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Hawthorne Heights – Hope: Album Review


Back in 2011, Hawthorne Heights announced plans to self-release a trilogy of EP’s after parting ways with Wind-up Records. Now, the band have followed up with the second release of the trilogy, Hope, a softer compilation with a greater emotional spectrum than the first chapter.

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Album review: Chicago quartet Just Left debuts with Victory Records


Think about if someone approached you in a record store asking for something that blends the unique vocal sound of Hit the Lights, the emo power of The Early November and the homegrown pop-punk sound that The Starting Line have perfected. If that person were savvy enough they would hand you a copy of Think Fast from Just Left, the band’s second album and debut for Victory imprint Standby Records.

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Selfish Things to DeathbyRomy: New Songs To Listen To In September


Out with the summer, and in with the fall! Not only is it back-to-school season…it’s also basically Halloween, and we are ready for all things creepy and spooky. If you need the right playlist for your autumn kick-off, idobi Radio has the best new metal, indie, pop-punk, and rock finds that just dropped in September. From Fraternal Twin to Live Well, and beyond, these new songs will be your favorite new listens this month. Fraternal Twin — “Halo Fell Forever” Time to get existential with Fraternal Twin! The haunting indie-rock quartet is beginning the fall season with the perfect title track… Read more »

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The Paradox Drop Ramones-Inspired Track “That’s Not Fair”


We are eagerly awaiting The Paradox‘s sophomore EP, Proceed With Caution. But until its October 2 arrival, the pop-punk stars have dropped “That’s Not Fair” to tide us over. The group perfectly intertwines elements of classic punk rock with modern rock sonics, and a bit of humor, too. The EP is also set to feature singles “I Kinda Like That” and “Good For Me.”” Frontman Eric Dangerfield says, “‘That’s Not Fair’ was inspired by The Ramones, sonically, and it came from us talking about the funniest, messed-up stuff that has happened to us throughout our lives. We spent a lot… Read more »

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15 Alternative Musician Birthdays To Celebrate This September


School is back in session, and Halloween season has officially begun. To keep the spooky vibes flowing, it’s time to crank up your alternative playlists while you grab some pumpkin-flavored treats. For some playlist inspo, these Virgo and Libra babies have made some of the most iconic emo, pop-punk, and indie tracks, and for that, they deserve the best birthdays ever. From the always iconic Avril Lavigne, to Mayday Parade‘s Jake Bundrick and Alex Garcia, all the way to My Chemical Romance‘s Mikey Way, here are some September musician birthdays to mark in your cals this month. Joe Trohman — September 1 We… Read more »

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