Everyone has their favorite record, song, and artists they live for. That also includes the Grammy-winning trio Paramore. BrooklynVegan interviewed the 2024 Record Store Day Ambassadors about what they love listening to. As emo staples, it completely makes sense that one of the first records vocalist Hayley Williams bought was from another iconic act. “Thursday’s Full Collapse, on white vinyl,” she explains in the interview. Drummer Zac Farro jumps in that while he doesn’t fully remember what his first vinyl purchase was and says it might’ve been one of many albums from The Beatles. He also recalls what CD he… Read more »
Hey Violet are celebrating the end of International Women’s Month by channeling an unapologetic appreciation and love for female-identifying artists. Fresh off the release of their latest single, “Uncomplicated,” via Hopeless Records earlier this year, Hey Violet’s leading duo, sisters Nia and Rena Lovelis are poised to close out the month by spotlighting six influential female artists who have left a lasting mark on their journey as women and musicians. Drawing inspiration from a diverse spectrum of musical talent, the band pays homage to the raw emotion of alt-rock icon Alanis Morissette while honoring the poetic rebellion of Patti Smith.… Read more »
Actress and indie pop songstress Maya Hawke has returned with a new music video for the track “Dark.” The song will appear on her forthcoming record, Chaos Angel, due May 31. This stunning offering is preceded by “Missing Out,” which launched the era of Hawke‘s third record. You can pre-save or pre-order the record here. Now, the “Dark” music video is introduced with a moment of spoken word, in a black-and-white world. Hawke then stabs her head with a pencil, unlocking a colorful universe tinged with red and yellow in a lush forest. Sonically, Hawke encompasses warm indie-folk strums, sentimental… Read more »
Knocked Loose has unleashed the hammering lead single, “Blinding Faith,” from their freshly announced forthcoming album You Won’t Go Before You’re Supposed To. The record is slated to arrive via Pure Noise Records on May 10. Equipped with an array of gritty breakdowns against a backdrop of filthy guitar work and thundering drums, “Blinding Faith” takes aim at the hypocrisy of organized religion. The band masterfully pummels listeners with two minutes and fifty-seven seconds of crushing, relentless arrangements and piercing lyricism highlighted by breakdown “The word becomes the law/The word becomes the law/Bend the knee/Child of God.” Speaking on the… Read more »
Games We Play “Petty Enemy” lyrics I made a quilt out of the red flags you waved in my face and I let you off the hookBut now I’m out of second chances, you ate off my plate can’t get back all the things you took NowI can’t shake the thought of your tongue right inside of herMouthKissing every inch of her I know what she said butHowDid it never cross your mind that we were friends but nowBut now, now, now Now you’ve made one hell of a petty fucking enemyAnd you may walk these streets but you’re so… Read more »
Steph and Paul O’Sullivan, aka Greywind, are the Irish sibling duo bringing hard-hitting emo to fans across the globe. Today, the brother and sister unveiled their new track, “You’re My Medicine,” which was preceded by “Antidote” and “Swing and Sway.” All three tracks are set to appear on their forthcoming Antidote EP, due out March 15 via VERSION III. Pre-orders are available here. Check out the raw, energetic track below. “’You’re My Medicine‘ is the story of our lives so far. Our story as individuals, our story as a family and our story as Greywind,” the duo says. “It is… Read more »
Here we come to save the day! This week we discuss Hotboxing vs Clambake, we play “What Would We Do” for the first time on The Way Highway and we do a deep dive of Mighty Mouse and the pink powder controversy. [smart_track_playerurl=”https://p.ido.bi/thewayhighway/TWH.240.mp3″ title=”Screeching Seagull” artist=”The Way Highway” image=”http://i.ido.bi/assets/show/2018/09/WayHighway_LOGO_Square2.jpg” social=”true” social_twitter=”true” social_facebook=”true” social_gplus=”true” ]
The day is finally here! Today marks the highly anticipated release of Green Day‘s fourteenth album, Saviors—a momentous occasion as the legendary trio unveils their first collection of new music in almost four years. As we delve into the 15-track album, each listener is bound to form their unique opinions, fall in love with and possibly loathe tracks based on moods, messages, and the overall approach to the sound and style. To add to the excitement, we’ve taken the liberty of ranking all the tracks based on our early listening experience—from favorites that resonated deeply, like “Bobby Sox” and “Father… Read more »
Much like a phoenix, Kill The Lights is rising “From Ashes” with a new song and corresponding music video. The Fearless Records signees and certified metal supergroup also announced they are gearing up to release their sophomore record, Death Melodies, on March 8. Comprised of Michael “Moose” Thomas, Jason “Jay” James (Bullet For My Valentine), James Clark (Throw The Fight), Jordan Whelan (Still Remains), and Travis Montgomery (Threat Signal), the band first launched their debut record in 2020 with The Sinner. Ahead of Death Melodies‘ release, the band has also shared supercharged singles “Broken Bones,” “Scapegoat,” and “Hear You Scream.”… Read more »
If you’re a sucker for a bit of nostalgia, you know that the rush you get from an old favorite announcing their big return is a feeling like no other. Whether it’s the promise of new singles, forthcoming tour dates, or even a full album, a reunion is worth celebrating. Frankly, Rage Against The Machine going on a reunion tour from 2007-2011 and briefly in 2022 is definitely the type of thing you pop your best bottle of Champagne and punch a nazi for, right? Speaking of reunion tours, You may just need to secure your tickets to The Dillinger… Read more »
