It’s been a busy summer for our Rioters and they’re here to catch you up. Listen out for some new TV & movie recs including the swoon-worthy Red, White & Royal Blue, some entertainment drah-mah, and some throwbacks to American Born Chinese and The Power.
Spanish Love Songs have unveiled the ethereal-laced new single, “Marvel,” pulled from their eagerly-awaited album, No Joy. Serving as the final precursor to their full-length release on August 25, “Marvel” encapsulates the band’s distinctive indie-punk essence. “Marvel” is masterfully woven together with the heartfelt delivery of lead vocalist Dylan Slocum and adds an authentic and vulnerable dimension to the release. As the track unfolds, a gradual crescendo of emotional intensity takes hold, propelled by the dynamic interplay of the band’s instrumentation and Slocum’s impassioned vocals. The chorus emerges as a particularly potent instance of catharsis, with the resolute lyrics, “Stay… Read more »
Deafheaven have announced they will be reissuing their sophomore album, Sunbather on November 17th via Death Wish Inc. This re-release is to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of the record and will include several remixed and remastered versions of the tracks from the same producer Deafheaven worked with on the original. Along with this news, the band has also shared dates to a North American tour this fall where the they will be playing the record in full. Deafheaven Guitarist Kerry McCoy spoke on the anniversary, sharing: “Sunbather gave us a career. Before then we were working jobs and had these… Read more »
L.S. Dunes stopped at Irving Plaza in New York City for a sold-out and seriously sweaty show celebrating their debut album ‘Past Lives’.
If you’re obsessed with the riot grrrl movement, then you are likely a fan of Bikini Kill. The Washington-based punk band, known for coining the term’s unique spelling, did their part to speak out against misogyny, the patriarchy, and standing up for various feminist topics. Now, frontwoman Kathleen Hanna is telling her story in her upcoming memoir, ‘Rebel Girl: My Life as a Feminist Punk.’ Set to drop online and in bookstores on May 14, the book will take readers on a journey from Hanna’s childhood to her days grinding on the road with Bikini Kill. Being in an all-girl… Read more »
Craig Owens, known for his role as the powerhouse vocalist of Chiodos, Destroy Rebuild Until God Shows (D.R.U.G.S.), Isles & Glaciers, and badXchannels, has unveiled his debut solo release, VOLUME 1, set to hit the airwaves on August 18 through Velocity Records. The 11-track album showcases Owens‘ unparalleled talent as he revitalizes cherished songs from his illustrious discography, alongside a captivating original track that has never graced the ears of his devoted fanbase before. In an exhilarating revelation, Owens has reimagined the beloved Chiodos track, “Baby, You Wouldn’t Last A Minute On The Creek.” This iconic post-hardcore gem has been… Read more »
Following up his recent stint on the road with D.R.U.G.S., Craig Owens has announced an extensive 26-show tour with support from Kurt Travis (Royal Coda, Push Over), Moxy, and Voila joining for the final four shows. The tour will kick off on June 6 in Denver, CO, and run through July 8 where they will wrap up in St. Louis, MO. The tour will feature performances from Owens’ celebrated career, including songs from his discographies with Chiodos, D.R.U.G.S., Cinematic Sunrise, and other projects. On his social platforms, Owens shares, “I’m very excited to announce that I’ll be taking out my… Read more »
Geek Girl Riot honors May the Fourth with Star Wars: Visions S2, before celebrating Judy Blume with Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret. and Judy Blume Forever. They also give you the goods on Sweet Tooth S2 and Guardians of the Galaxy 3.
The Scottish alt-rock group, Young Fathers have announced North American headline tour dates today. This run of shows comes after the release of the bands most recent album, Heavy Heavy that dropped on February 3rd of thus year via Ninja Tune Records. The album is home to explosive singles like “Rice“, “Tell Somebody“, and “I Saw“. With the record only having been out for a few months, it has already gained nearly ten million streams across its entirety. If you’re not already familiar with Young Fathers, you should really give them a chance. Their sound is reminiscent of the likes… Read more »
This news might make some of us feel a little bit old. The album that changed it all for Switchfoot, The Beautiful Letdown, is celebrating its 20 year anniversary this year. If you owned a radio in 2003, or maybe even the iconic Guitar Hero game, you couldn’t escape their absolute smash hit “Meant To Live“. In fact, even after two decades, the legendary guitar riff that starts the song still lives in people’s heads. It is instantly recognizable. Perhaps you liked tunes on the softer side back then, and “Dare You To Move” was more your speed. Either way,… Read more »
