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Lights Drops Horror-Inspired “ALIVE AGAIN” Music Video & Announces New Album

After teasing “ALIVE AGAIN” in January, Lights has officially released the single in its entirety, and it was so worth the wait. And that’s not all—the artist also announced her forthcoming record A6, arriving on May 2. Of the new song, Lights explains, “‘ALIVE AGAIN’ is kind of a last hope anthem. It’s about the lows we hit and the demons we carry and from that vantage point sometimes we gain clarity about what we want, out of people or our lives. We all have demons, we might as well learn to party with them. Oh and try to catch… Read more »

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Is PVRIS Teasing A ‘White Noise’ Anniversary Release?

It looks like PVRIS is gearing up to announce something soon, and we have never been more seated. On January 16, the band’s social media pages changed all of their profile pictures to an intricate silver circle on a black background. Then, PVRIS took to Instagram to post a cryptic video. The dark vignette features a hand, smoke, and a handheld mirror, while the caption simply reads, “Haven’t you heard?” These visuals resemble those of the band’s debut album White Noise, released in 2014 via Rise Records. According to various Reddit threads, fans suspect that a White Noise anniversary tour… Read more »

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L.S. Dunes Captivate on New Single “Violet”

Ahead of the release of their sophomore album, Violet, arriving via Fantasy Records on January 31, L.S. Dunes has unleashed the captivating title track. The atmospheric track draws on the group’s collective prowess, showcasing the strength that binds them beyond the lackluster definition of a “supergroup.” Originally a Frank Iero-written demo, the track is underscored by vocalist Anthony Green’s enthralling delivery and a driving rhythm guitar line. Green shares, “This song is about someone getting exactly what they deserve. This song helped me get through the feeling of being ghosted.” Read more: Taking Back Sunday Drummer, Mark O’Connell, Parts Ways… Read more »

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10 Alternative Holiday-Themed Films To Watch This Winter

Not quite feeling the traditional holly-jolly spirit this holiday season? We’ve got you covered. Whether you crave a dose of Creepmas with a haunted holiday atmosphere, something whimsically gothic with noir undertones, or simply a break from saccharine sweetness, these 10 alternative holiday-themed films offer a welcome escape this winter. The Nightmare Before Christmas While Jack Skellington may have made a “terrible mess of Christmas,” Tim Burton‘s The Nightmare Before Christmas remains a whimsical marriage of eerie mischief and holiday cheer—a true “Creepmas” classic. Directed by Henry Selick, this stop-motion marvel follows Jack’s misguided attempt to commandeer Christmas, resulting in… Read more »

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20 Best Alternative, Metal, and Indie Albums Released In 2024

As the year comes to a close, and we bid “farewell” (and maybe “fuck you”) to 2024, it’s the perfect time to look back and celebrate the albums that shaped the soundtrack of the last 12 months. From deeply personal indie projects to genre-defining heavy hitters, 2024 was filled with groundbreaking releases that reminded us of the power of music and, more importantly, of the alternative community. With so much incredible work to choose from, narrowing down our favorites was a daunting task. This year, the quality and variety of music made it impossible to rank our picks—every album brought… Read more »

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Grayscale Unleashes New Single, “Don’t Leave Me In The Dark”

Leading up to their first independently released fourth studio album, The Hart, Grayscale has unleashed their emotional latest offering, Don’t Leave Me In The Dark.” The new single is the sixth glimpse into the 12-track album, preceding “Kept Me Alive,” “Not Afraid To Die,” “Mum II,” “Let Go,” and “Summer Clothes.” The track opens with a gentle instrumental build before bursting into the band’s signature high-energy sound, led by Collin Walsh’s soaring vocals. The anthemic chorus pulses with emotion, capturing the raw desperation of wanting, maybe needing, a loved one to heal. Walsh’s heartfelt lyrics hit hard: “They overmedicate for… Read more »

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Knocked Loose Announces Upcoming Jimmy Kimmel Live! Performance

Knocked Loose announced that they’re gearing up to make their late-night television debut. The Grammy nominees will be performing an outdoor mini-concert on November 26 for Jimmy Kimmel Live!. Additionally, Poppy is set to be featured during the performance as well, per an attendee registration site. You can catch the performance on ABC on November 26 at 11:35 PM ET. Now, if this seems like an odd pairing, rest assured that host Jimmy Kimmel is a certified metal fan. Previously, he has hosted the likes of Ghost, Lamb Of God, Halestorm, and beyond. Of course, fans are eagerly awaiting the… Read more »

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Dayseeker Announces Second Annual Holiday Headline Show

Dayseeker has officially announced their second annual holiday headline show with support from Rain City Drive and Ghost Atlas. The show is set to take place on December 28 at House Of Blues in Anaheim. This is the after-Christmas gift we all deserve, TBH. The band will be playing their 2022 album Dark Sun front to back during the show, offering a sweet send-off to the end of the album’s era. According to the band’s Instagram, the holiday headline show “will be a night to remember.” You can score your presale tickets right now with code DARKSUN. All tickets will… Read more »

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Counterparts Surprise Drops Ferocious ‘Heaven Let Them Die’ EP

Counterparts surprise-dropped not just a new song and not just a new music video. The group dropped their six-track Heaven Let Them Die EP via Pure Noise Records The drop is accompanied by the fiery “A Martyr Left Alive” / “No Lamb Was Lost” music video. Of the new EP, lead vocalist Brendan Murphy says, “Heaven Let Them Die is Counterparts at our most aggressive — sonically, lyrically and visually. Picking up where [A Eulogy For Those Still Here] ended, Heaven Let Them Die details how I came to terms with all I had foreshadowed in the previous release and… Read more »

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11 Alternative Musician Halloween Costumes We Are Obsessed With This Year

Halloween is essentially alternative and goth person Christmas. It has everything: Spiders, ghosts, creepy clowns, horror movies galore, sick playlists, and of course, Reese’s Pumpkins—the best shape of all. If you’ve been looking through social media, you’ve definitely seen amazing costumes this year, including multiple iterations of hippo starlet Moo Deng, music video and festival-inspired Chappell Roans, Beetlejuice fits in honor of the new film, and much more. Of course, our favorite alt-rock stars showed up and showed out this year with classic Tim Burton-inspired costumes all the way to blockbuster movie looks. Hope you all had the spookiest and… Read more »