From rock n’ roll godmother Sister Rosetta Tharpe to grunge singer Tina Bell, there have always been Black rock music artists. Pop-punk and alternative rock are no different. To celebrate Black History Month and the kickass contributions of Black rock artists, here are 10 Black pop-punk and alt-rock artists you should listen to year-round. Fefe Dobson The Canadian pop-punk singer Fefe Dobson released her self-titled debut album in 2003, which spawned hits that included “Take Me Away,” “Bye Bye Boyfriend,” and “Everything.” She would follow that album with 2006’s Sunday Love and 2010’s Joy. The latter was especially notable for… Read more »
John O’Callaghan, the wordsmith and lead vocalist behind The Maine and John The Ghost just announced a forthcoming new book, The Highly Unqualified Hand-Guide To Keeping Plants Alive. “I started compiling all of these ideas, poems, and half-bad bits of advice after my daughter was born. Little reminders to her that I am just as confused as she’ll ever be,” O’Callaghan shares in an Instagram Reel. “The text kept evolving but the sentiment remained, and now that my son is here, I felt compelled to share it with y’all so it can exist in the ether for them and for… Read more »
Games We Play released a new single and music video for “Girl Shaped Crater,” a track set to appear on the forthcoming record Life’s Going Great. The solo project from Emmyn Calleiro, Games We Play offers refreshing pop-punk sounds across recent singles including “too young.” and “All My Untalented Friends (Ooo La La).” The full album will be available on March 1 via Fueled By Ramen. Check out the Romeo And Juliet-themed “Girl Shaped Crater” music video below as we wait for the full record. “It’s about the most amazing person in the world who doesn’t see herself as you… Read more »
After trekking across the United States for dates on their whirlwind Sweet Sixteen Tour, The Maine is helping fans kick off a new year with a brand-new collaboration. The “thoughts i have while lying in bed” artists brought new life to a track from their 2023 self-titled record “leave in five” with help from MisterWives. Earlier in the week, the band teased the forthcoming collaboration, and a few fans figured out the feature ahead of its official release. Vocalist Mandy Lee offered her sultry, pop-tinged vocals to craft a refreshing twist to the dance-inducing indie chorus, melding flawlessly with John… Read more »
Chad Kowal began his life in music on the drums after receiving a drum kit from his parents. He was learning some of the trickiest songs around in the metalcore-glory days of the early 2010s, including many of my personal favorites: The Devil Wears Prada and A Day To Remember. This led to the formation of Farewell, My Love in 2011. A band who stopped by idobi Radio for a session back in 2016 and the project I met Chad with. By that time, he was no longer drumming but the primary songwriter and vocalist. That change happened back in… Read more »
In an official announcement shared on the Bring Me The Horizon Instagram earlier today, December 22, 2023, the group revealed their decision to part ways with Jordan Fish, who served as keyboardist, percussionist, and backup vocalist, among other roles. Since joining the UK outfit in 2012, Fish has played a crucial role, contributing his expertise to three full-length albums, notably 2013’s Sempiternal, 2015’s That’s The Spirit, and 2019’s amo. The departure marks a significant chapter in the band’s evolution, and fans reflect on Fish’s impactful tenure with the group over the past decade. Read more: 9 Reunion Releases That We… Read more »
Nashville-based indie pop artist, Knox exploded onto the scene in late 2022 with his song “Sneakers“. An instant viral hit, the track gained over 2 million views overnight on TikTok before amassing nearly 30 million streams to date. It was an impressive introduction to say the least, but no one can accuse him of being a one-hit-wonder. He inked a deal with Barbershop Records and Atlantic Records after demanding their attention with his obviously captivating songwriting abilities. Knox quickly followed up his massive first single with a string of popular follow-ups, including “I Don’t Wanna Know,” “Love Letter,” and “Dumpster… Read more »
After teasing the release of the track and playing the cover live on tour, Daisy Grenade has finally released their version of “King For A Day” on streaming platforms and in a music video. Plus, the duo covered the Pierce The Veil and Kellin Quinn emo anthem with help from Kasey Karlsen of Deadlands. Daisy Grenade is currently wrapping up their dates with The Maine on their Sweet Sixteen Tour where they have been sharing the “King For A Day” love with audiences across the country. Check out the live music video below. On top of sharing a dazzling music… Read more »
For the elder emos with kids, Sparrow Sleeps has delivered a new lullaby album to not only rock your little ones to sleep but to let you do so, too. They have released a collaboration with Canadian pop-punkers Simple Plan to rework their 2004 album Still Not Getting Any… to Still Not Getting Any Sleep… The album includes beloved singles “Shut Up!” and “Welcome To My Life,” which make for a great intro to any baby who’s new to the world. The band posted on their Instagram about the release and said, “We still remember how special it was to… Read more »
Patrick Stump isn’t just beloved for his iconic lead singer status in Fall Out Boy, he’s also a seasoned film composer. Today, the Stump-produced original motion picture soundtrack for Merry Little Batman is officially out in the world. This soundtrack is preceded by his work on Marvel’s Spidey and His Amazing Friends, Black Friday (2021), Spell (2019), and beyond. According to IMDb, the animated film follows a “Little Damian Wayne [who] confronts enemies in his city after finding himself alone at Wayne Manor.” The movie is currently available to stream on Amazon Prime. Across all 20 original tracks, Stump showcases… Read more »
