[imgfull][/imgfull] This week: Rep. Mike Johnson’s ascension to House Speaker — a man so enigmatic, even Russian TV can’t resist being charmed. Meanwhile, Trump attorney Sidney Powell’s courtroom revelations are serving more twists than a pretzel stand. And, in the realm of tech, President Biden strides forward, laying the groundwork for AI’s future — ensuring robots serve us, not the other way around.
In less than a month, blink-182 has hit it big with ONE MORE TIME… as the new album hit No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart. According to Billboard, the LP started at “125,000 equivalent album units earned in the U.S. in the week ending Oct. 26.” When sharing the news, blink-182 posted, “Thank you all for making this happen,” on Twitter/X. This marks the trio’s third No. 1 charting album alongside California (their 2016 record with Matt Skiba, sans Tom DeLonge) and 2001’s Take Off Your Pants and Jacket. This may not come as a surprise as “EDGING,” the… Read more »
Have you ever felt like an outsider? We The Kings’ latest single, “Alien,” delves into these complex emotions and more, comparing one’s journey of self-discovery to our extraterrestrial friends (Tom was right!). And with all of the recent news about alien sightings and UFOs, the pop-punk track is a relatable portrayal of growing up without fitting into the conventional mold. The song marks We The Kings’ first release via Graveboy Records, a new record label created by Emo Nite founders T.J. Petracca and Morgan Freed. Read more: blink-182 Drops Two New Songs, Teases Music Video Opening with the ringing of… Read more »
A week into the eagerly-awaited release of their triumphant return album, SUNDAY AT FOXWOODS, their first new collection of music in 12 years, Boys Like Girls has treated fans to a captivating new music video for their sweeping single, “MIRACLE.” In a heartfelt social media post, the band shared their insight, penning, “Sometimes there are things in this world that we can’t do ourselves…we all need a MIRACLE once in a while” Directed by the exceptionally talented Patrick Tracy, the music video brilliantly captures the uplifting and anthemic essence of the track. From the very start, the video immerses the… Read more »
Do the members of blink-182 ever sleep? After releasing their killer new record ONE MORE TIME…, the trio decided that 17 tracks weren’t cutting it. Exclusive to the digital edition of the album, blink-182 just added “SEE YOU” and “CUT ME OFF” to the tracklisting, both showing off the legacy act’s commitment to keeping pop-punk alive and thriving. “SEE YOU” is a heartbreak banger about the push and pull of young love. It romanticizes the highs and lows of a passionate relationship and the things you’ll do to keep the flame from burning out. Melancholy lyrics juxtapose the song’s distorted… Read more »
Every song starts with a demo. Whether this means an acoustic voice memo recording or an experimental full-band track, this stage of the songwriting process is intended for fleshing out new ideas with complete vulnerability. L.S. Dunes is celebrating the spirit of demos with a stripped-down version of their song, “Old Wounds.” The release is a teaser for what’s to come in their upcoming collection, Lost Songs: Lines And Shapes. L.S. Dunes and Circa Survive vocalist Anthony Green croons without holding any emotion back from the listener. The haunting melody plays homage to the original arrangement but without the aggressive… Read more »
Geek Girl Riot is back with an avalanche of new TV, movies, and games to get you up to speed. Our Rioters also chat with directors Mariama Diallo from The Other Black Girl and Todd Haynes from May December.
The music industry can feel like a boxing match. Some days, you’re swinging with full strength, claiming every opportunity you can and being applauded by the public for your artistry. On other days, the crippling self-doubt that comes with grinding on the road and being on social media can knock you out faster than you came. This competitiveness, mixed with imposter syndrome, is a juxtaposition that the music business can make bands in the scene feel. These complex feelings are precisely what Jhariah’s new single, “Eat Your Friends,” is about. Featuring his friends and Baltimore natives in Pinkshift, the track… Read more »
Fresh off her electrifying guest performances at the When We Were Young Fest in Las Vegas, NV, alongside renowned acts such as Yellowcard, Michelle Branch, and Simple Plan, Cassadee Pope is showing no signs of slowing down. Her next stop? A headline show in Nashville, TN, set for Wednesday, December 13, at the East Room. This highly-anticipated event represents her first solo headlining show since returning to the pop-punk scene, offering fans an opportunity to experience her new music live. Pope will be supported by special guests Natalia Taylar and Sierra Annie. Tickets for the show will go on sale… Read more »
In any creative realm, inspiration often blossoms through the cross-pollination of diverse influences. Beauty School Dropout, a tenacious trio dedicated to carving out their own niche space in the rock genre, embodies this notion to create their own unique identity. Drawing from alternative, pop, and even a subtle touch of grunge and hip-hop, they’ve seamlessly woven these threads into a harmonious fusion of musings. Fresh off of the release of their sophomore full-length album, READY TO EAT, and actively on an extensive tour promoting the October 13 launch, Beauty School Dropout’s 9-track collection bursts with hit after hit of radio-ready… Read more »
