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7 Music Videos Filmed at Pink Motel and Hollywood Premiere Motel

From empty pools to pink-lit hallways, Los Angeles’ grimiest and most iconic motels have become unexpected backdrops for some of alternative and pop music’s most memorable visuals. Whether it’s a pop-punk cannonball, a hazy hookup, or a moody montage, these locations lend cinematic grit and charm to every frame. Here are 7 music videos filmed at the Pink Motel and Hollywood Premiere Motel—two unlikely stars of the music video world. Halsey — “Hurricane” & “Ghost” (Pink Motel) Halsey shot not one but two music videos from her Badlands era at the Pink Motel. Unlike other music videos on this list,… Read more »

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Silverstein & Rory Rodriguez Channel ‘Severance’ On “Drain The Blood”

Fresh off their thrilling spot at Vans Warped Tour DC, Silverstein just released their new single, “Drain The Blood,” featuring Rory Rodriguez of Dayseeker. The track is set to appear on Pink Moon, their new album and companion record to Antibloom, which arrives on September 12 via UNFD. Cassadee Pope (formerly of Hey Monday) will also appear as a featured guest on the LP. Frontman Shane Told notes, “‘Drain the Blood’ is our response to the growing fear that machines are starting to replace what makes music (and other art) human. It’s a warning, a cry of resistance, and a reminder that emotion can’t be… Read more »

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7 Bands Who Shared Political Statements At DC Warped Tour

Vans Warped Tour DC kicked off on June 14, aka Trump’s birthday and the date of the Army’s 250th anniversary parade. Between the authoritarian amount of tanks in the nation’s capital, the attacks on the LGBTQ+ community (especially during Pride month), the Israeli violence perpetrated against Palestinians, and the vile ICE raids happening in Los Angeles and beyond… it’s fair to say that the punks have a lot to say about the state of the world. These brave musicians and artists used their platforms (which were broadcast on Amazon Prime) to speak truth to power. Here are the political messages… Read more »

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Softcult Announce North American Fall Tour

If you missed Softcult‘s recent spring tour through the U.S., this news is for you! The Canadian twin duo is coming to North America this fall with special guests Wayside. “We’re looking forward to hitting the road in the USA again, playing some of our favorite cities, and performing songs from our upcoming album for the very first time,” Mercedes and Phoenix Arn-Horn share. “Especially in these times where hateful and ignorant voices feel louder than ever, we’re excited to bring people together to form a supportive community that celebrates otherness and inclusivity, create safe spaces that we can occupy together, and scream… Read more »

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TikToker Reimagines My Chemical Romance as Disney Princess Ballad

Singer Lauren Paley, who has become a TikTok sensation, has given us the Disney princess we’ve been desperately waiting for since 2002. In her series, “Singing Popular Songs Like a Disney Princess,” the artist has reimagined the beloved My Chemical Romance track, “Welcome To The Black Parade.” With sugary sweet soaring vocals and theatrical flair, she reimagines emo’s most anthemic track as a moment straight out of a lost Disney classic. Watch the video below. In the series, she’s also covered Avril Lavigne’s “I’m With You” and “Sk8r Boi,” Evanescence’s “My Immortal” and “Bring Me To Life,” Fall Out Boy’s… Read more »

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Turnstile Announce Massive Never Enough Tour

Following the release of their brand new album Never Enough last week, Turnstile has announced the Never Enough Tour. The tour run is scheduled to kick off on September 15 in Nashville, TN. Turnstile will be joined by a rotating cast of support acts, including Amyl & The Sniffers, SPEED, Jane Remover, Mannequin Pussy, and Blood Orange. Presale tickets are currently available. General on-sale is slated to begin on Friday, June 13. Check out the band’s full touring schedule below, and purchase tickets here. Tour Dates: Read more: 8 Places To Shop For Your Vans Warped Tour Wardrobe + With… Read more »

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The Dirty Nil Salutes The Road Dogs On “Rock N’ Roll Band”

The Dirty Nil is gearing up for the release of their new album, The Lash, set to arrive on July 25 via Dine Alone Records. Today, the group released a new single from the upcoming LP, “Rock N’ Roll Band.” The cheeky song has a fresh, undeniable aggression that takes direct aim at the pitfalls of the music industry. “Someone else is getting rich/Not you/That’s what you’re gonna do,” the lyrics utter. In short… it’s a perfect track for anyone who is enraged at the broken systems they’re stuck inside. Vocalist frontman Luke Bentham shares, “This is the first song I wrote… Read more »

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The Plot In You Announces Headline Dates Ahead Of Bring Me The Horizon Shows

The Plot In You is playing several rock festivals this summer, but excitingly, the group just announced they’ll be performing an array of headline shows throughout North America this fall. The band will kick off their headlining run at Providence’s The Strand on September 5 and wrap up on September 18 in Huntsville’s VBC Mars Music Hall. Northlane, Invent Animate, and Windwaker will offer support on these tour stops. Then, The Plot In You will begin their support run with Bring Me The Horizon and Motionless In White on September 23 at Raleigh’s Lenovo Center and conclude it on October… Read more »

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letlive. Drops “The Dope Beat Rendition” Featuring Dan Campbell

letlive. isn’t just gearing up for their official farewell tour run. On June 9, the band announced they have remixed and remastered 2013’s The Blackest Beautiful. So, on June 13, The Blackest Beautiful (Revisited) will drop on all streaming platforms. In a post, the band shared, “You’ve been asking us to release this on streaming for [the] last 365 days. We’ve decided it was time to finally get it out there thanks to our friends @epitaphrecords.” Alongside the announcement, letlive. revealed “The Dope Beat Rendition” featuring The Wonder Years‘ Dan Campbell. The record release also boasts “27 Club Rendition (ft.… Read more »

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8 Places To Shop For Your Vans Warped Tour Wardrobe

Vans Warped Tour season is officially kicking off on June 14 in Washington, D.C., and we are already starting to apply our sunscreen and get super hydrated. Additionally, we are all rummaging through our closets, thinking about what to wear. After all, most of us are elder emos now… So, do we wear our comfy shoes and pants? Do we opt for our old-school Demonia platforms and chains? Whatever you choose to wear, just make sure it’s ready for moshing, jumping, and kicking. If you’re like us and need a bit of inspiration before your tour stop in DC, Long… Read more »