As the sun was setting over the Rose Bowl on May 13, nostalgic indie rock filled the Southern California air. Just Like Heaven, the single-day indie rock festival was in full swing across two stages in Pasadena’s canyons. The day was filled with sunshine and legends of the indie scene, punctuated by a visceral performance from the Yeah Yeah Yeahs to close out the night. When the lineup was announced, Just Like Heaven instantly became one of the most interesting draws of the season. Single-day, genre-specific festivals are thriving in the modern music festival industry. At just over $125, festival-goers… Read more »
Tina Turner, the legendary “Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll,” has passed away at the age of 83. Born Anna Mae Bullock on November 26, 1939, in Brownsville, TN, Turner defied conventions and broke barriers to become one of the most influential and beloved entertainers of all time. Read more: Yellowcard Announce 5 Song EP “Childhood Eyes” The official announcement of her passing was made on her official Instagram account, where it expressed deep sadness over the loss of the music icon. “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tina Turner,” the post reads. “With her music… Read more »
May is Asian American or Pacific Islander Heritage (AAPI) Month, and it would be terribly remiss of us to not cover that in this column.
The world’s favorite pop-punk group, Magnolia Park have announced a run of headline shows around their appearance at Four Chord Music Festival today. The band will be joined by Broadside and 408 as supporting acts. This line-up makes total sense, as Magnolia Park and 408 have taken to TikTok and Instagram in the last two weeks to promote and tease and upcoming collaboration track. They posted a humorous video showcasing 408 saying the now meme-worthy phrase, “Did we just write the pop punk song of the summer?” before cutting to MagPark responding with “No, WE just wrote the pop punk… Read more »
Coming to your ears this July 7th is the newest effort by Yellowcard! Today the iconic pop-punk band announced their new five song EP Childhood Eyes. The band have been teasing the release of title track since earlier this month, and finally told fans today that the song will be dropping on May 31st. Yellowcard has shared the information that the EP will feature two heavy-hitting artists. Vic Fuentes of Pierce The Veil and Chris Carrabba of Dashboard Confessional will both lend their vocals for appearances on the collection. This wonderful news comes just before the band embarks on their… Read more »
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Today the Plain White T’s have given fans another brand new song via Fearless Records. “Happy” follows the release of their adorable acoustic track, “Spaghetti Tattoo” earlier this year. The new tune kicks off with the lyrics: “I wanna be happy, happy, happy / What’s the point of being sad? / I wanna feel good”. This is a sentiment everyone can relate to. The Plain White T’s have crafted a groovy tune, with a simple drum loop, reserved acoustic guitars, and upbeat, catchy vocals. The song definitely sounds like it could be on the radio while still being earnest, something… Read more »
Militarie Gun is building anticipation for their debut album with the release of their latest single, “Will Logic.” The band has offered fans a glimpse into their musical prowess and what can be expected from their forthcoming album, Life Under The Gun, set to be released on June 23 through Loma Vista Recordings. “Will Logic” builds upon the raw intensity and infectious hooks of Militarie Gun‘s previous two singles, “Do It Faster” and “Very High.” From the moment “Will Logic” kicks in, it immediately engulfs you in a whirlwind of energy and passion that the group has made a signature… Read more »
Breathing new life into her massive return single, “People That I Love Leave,” Cassadee Pope has collaborated with emerging singer-songwriter Jax to create a fresh and captivating rendition of the track. Exploring the universal theme of loss and the bittersweet reality of relationships, “People That I Love Leave” delves into the emotions of pain, longing, and vulnerability that arise when we say goodbye to those we care about or engage in self-sabotage within a relationship. Pope‘s soulful voice beautifully captures the essence of the lyrics, while Jax’s unique sound adds a dynamic element, resulting in a harmonious fusion that takes… Read more »
Earlier this month, Sleeping With Sirens commemorated the 12-year anniversary of their highly acclaimed sophomore album, Let’s Cheers To This. The album, which features standout tracks such as “If You Can’t Hang,” “A Trophy Fathers Trophy Son,” and “All My Heart,” has now achieved yet another milestone: it has been certified Gold in the United States. Released on May 10, 2011, Let’s Cheers To This successfully captured the same fiery spirit and lightning-in-a-bottle feeling that their debut album, With Ears To See And Eyes To Hear, had brought forth. Let’s Cheers To This showcased Sleeping With Sirens‘ distinctive sound, seamlessly… Read more »
