In the midst of their summer tour leading up to Four Chord Music Festival, Taking Back Sunday surprised fans with an incredibly special and beautifully intimate house show this past weekend. In a backyard in their hometown of Long Island, NY, the band performed to a small but insanely rowdy crowd. Videos have been circulating the internet for the last few days, racking up literally millions of views across different social media platforms. It is turning into somewhat of a phenomenon. Are house shows back? Did they ever go away? There are certainly smaller, up-and-coming bands playing in living rooms,… Read more »
It was never a phase. However, which phase are we talking about exactly? Truth be told, the evolution of the emo style had many, many phases. We know we were never the jocks, the preps, or the bookworms. But we certainly had something going on, and it was developing alongside the bands we loved. Sometimes we were in all black, and surprisingly, sometimes, we were in pink and yellow. Beanies may have been really tiny, and other times very baggy and oversized. Emo fashion means something different for everyone. We thought it would be fun to rank the different ways… Read more »
L.S. Dunes stopped at Irving Plaza in New York City for a sold-out and seriously sweaty show celebrating their debut album ‘Past Lives’.
Every time people debate the best pop punk bands of all time, MXPX is often in the conversation. Today, the iconic outfit have announced a brand new album and released a fresh new track to celebrate. The new song, “Stay Up All Night” sounds exactly like what you’d expect from MXPX, in the best possible way. A band that has been around for nearly three decades, they have always stayed true to their sound. Allowing room for growth within their music, but never straying too far from the path of what they do best, they are a group you can… Read more »
Last month we kicked off the official Summertime Sadness Bracket to figure out who wrote the official song of the summer! This is certainly an ongoing debate, so to do this right, we need everyone’s opinion. We need YOUR opinion. From now until Labor Day we are running a bracket where we need you to vote on your favorite song. Different songs will go head-to-head for each round. This is single elimination, so if you see a song you like, VOTE!!! The Summertime Sadness Bracket is unique because we are including songs from legendary acts like Paramore, Green Day, and Fall Out Boy,… Read more »
Citizen has built anticipation for their upcoming album, Calling The Dogs, with the official release of their latest single, “If You’re Lonely.” The track, which made its debut during their sold-out Decade of Youth tour earlier this summer, showcases the band’s growth and musical evolution. “If You’re Lonely” serves as a promising glimpse into Citizen‘s forthcoming fifth full-length album, slated to drop on October 6. With its pop-infused charm, captivating melodies, introspective lyrics, and powerful delivery, the single reflects vocalist Mat Kerekes’ personal journey of self-discovery and his difficult upbringing. The Ohio natives’ new single creates a vibrant and invigorating… Read more »
It is the best day of the year for swifties. Taylor Swift finally released Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) today. Originally released in 2010 when Swift was 18 years old, she has now revisited the songs thirteen years later at 32. Perhaps her most personal album, Swift is the sole songwriter credited on the entire album. The first time around, she wrote the full record by herself over the course of two years while touring to promote her 2008 album, Fearless. The album was inspired by Taylor Swift’s transition from adolescence to adulthood. Consisting of songs mostly written about her confrontation… Read more »
Over the past three decades, blink-182 has carved an everlasting niche in the hearts of their fans through their extensive discography, electrifying live performances, and their unapologetic live-while-you’re-young attitude. As an inseparable part of the pop-punk/punk-rock community, the trio has left an indelible mark through their music and antics. While the unmistakable sound of blink-182 is deeply ingrained in our collective consciousness, numerous artists and bands have dared to take on the challenge of covering their iconic tracks. With each cover, they breathe new life into the songs, traversing genres and showcasing their own creative flair. From the punk princess… Read more »
From her early days as the frontwoman of pop-rock act Hey Monday to winning ‘The Voice’ and exploring the country music scene, Cassadee Pope has propelled her career forward through versatility, resilience, and her personal artistic growth. Earlier this year, the acclaimed artist released her latest pop-punk anthem, “People That I Love Leave,” which showcases her return to her roots as well as her mature understanding of how she approaches relationships. Our very own Nick Major had the opportunity to delve into the inspiration behind the song and Pope’s illustrious evolution as an artist. Join us as we uncover the… Read more »
Legendary rock band, Fall Out Boy have treated fans to a modernized take on the Billy Joel classic, “We Didn’t Start The Fire” today. The original was a smash hit in 1989, spitting out a rapid-fire mixture of historical references to the boomer era. It was a lengthy montage of all relevant things, good and bad. Everything from pop culture to political references were strewn throughout the verses and broken up with an explosive chorus. It’s been nearly 35 years since Billy Joel’s version. Fall Out Boy deemed it necessary to give the track an up-to-date resurrection in true millennial… Read more »
