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17 Songs That Could Be Featured on a Modern Twilight Soundtrack

“How long have you been 17?” As it turns out, Twilight—the film that defined a generation of teenage longing—has officially turned 17 itself. Released in 2008, Catherine Hardwicke’s adaptation of Stephenie Meyer’s brooding vampire romance captured a cultural moment of forbidden love, both on screen and through a soundtrack that further immersed the film in an alternative climate. But if Twilight were released today, what would it sound like? 17 years after the film’s original release, we’re reimagining an already iconic soundtrack to echo the emotional weight that spoke to a Team Edward or Team Jacob generation. Here are 17… Read more »

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Arrows In Action Drop Situationship Anthem “Corner Of Your Mind”

As they wrap up their run on the idobi Radio Summer School Tour, pop-rock trio Arrows In Action has just arrived with their new song, “Corner Of Your Mind,” and yes—it will be stuck in your head all month. Preceded by the releases of “Empty Canvas” and “Light Like You,” the single will appear on their forthcoming LP, I Think I’ve Been Here Before, due out September 15. Of the track, Arrows In Action shared, “This one is a quintessential ‘situationship’ song, but it’s one where you’re okay being on the back burner. You prefer it that way because of how many… Read more »

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Beauty School Dropout Explore Cheap Thrills On “Sex Appeal”

Following the release of high-energy tracks “On Your Lips” and “Fever,” Beauty School Dropout has just shared their new single “Sex Appeal.” The music also arrives with a special cameo from Royal & The Serpent. All tracks will appear on their forthcoming debut album, WHERE DID ALL THE BUTTERFLIES GO? slated to arrive on September 5. The band shares, “‘Sex Appeal’ is a look in the mirror and that punch in the face that life gives you when you realize you’ve been spending all of yourself on simply coping through the years to find some sort of high in life again.… Read more »

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12 New-Age Protest Songs To Listen To This 4th of July

For Americans across the nation, this July 4th might not feel like one worth celebrating. In Trump’s first six months in office, he’s sent the military on U.S. citizens in Los Angeles. ICE arrests have broken innocent families apart, and in most cases, those being deported have no criminal record (or are actual American citizens). Countless pieces of legislation were introduced or passed that take direct aim at the LGBTQ+ community. Federal workers were laid off en masse, the genocide in Palestine rages on, and this is merely scratching the surface. Refer back, even further, to 2023 when SCOTUS overturned… Read more »

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36 Iconic July Album Anniversaries For Alternative Music Fans

The dog days of summer call for some absolute bangers from the alternative world. Luckily, year after year, some of the most beloved acts in rock and emo unleashed dazzling LPs in the month of July to keep our playlists in tip-top shape. From Sublime‘s 1996 self-titled and My Chemical Romance‘s debut, I Brought You My Bullets, You Brought Me Your Love, all the way to Pierce The Veil‘s Collide With The Sky and Jimmy Eat World‘s Bleed American, these 36 album anniversaries will give you something to celebrate all month long. blink-182 — California Released on: July 1, 2016, via… Read more »

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Yellowcard Unleash New Singles, Announce Better Days Album

Yellowcard is officially back with two new singles—“Better Days” and “honestly i”—pulled from their forthcoming full-length album Better Days, due out October 10 via Big Noise Music. The 10-track release marks the band’s first new album since 2016’s self-titled record and finds them returning with major star power in their corner. Executive produced by blink-182’s Travis Barker, Better Days will feature guest appearances from Matt Skiba of Alkaline Trio and Avril Lavigne. “We are focused on this chapter of our career being about happiness,” frontman Ryan Key shares. “This is the most fun we’ve had making a video in 20… Read more »

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senses Reflect on Their First-Ever Headlining Tour

After opening numerous tours in just a few short years, senses are officially driving the bus—and they just wrapped their first-ever headlining tour with style. The pop-rock duo hit stages across the U.S. this spring, bringing their infectious energy and emotional edge to packed crowds, while finally getting to showcase their full catalog. But even with their inaugural headline run behind them, the momentum is only picking up from here. This summer, senses will support Yours Truly on a run through Australia—marking their first-ever shows down under. Then, later this year, they’ll head to the UK and Europe for the… Read more »

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Green Day Announces Saviors Deluxe Album

Following its original release in January 2024, pop-punk trio Green Day has unveiled the details of the deluxe edition of their GRAMMY-nominated album Saviors: Saviors (édition de luxe). Arriving on May 23 via Reprise Records, the record is slated to feature seven unreleased tracks, including acoustic renditions of “Suzie Chapstick” and “Father To A Song.” The LP will also feature five new songs: “Smash It Like Belushi,” “Stay Young,” “Fuck Off,” “Ballyhoo,” and “Underdog*.” You can preorder or pre-save the album here. The band shares on their social platforms, “Thought the Saviors fun was over? WRONG. No signs of slowing… Read more »

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Hot Milk Counts Down to Doomsday on “90 Seconds To Midnight”

Hot Milk has unleashed an Orwellian ripper, “90 Seconds To Midnight,” a reference to the global doomsday clock that has teetered on the brink of ruin in more recent years. In addition to the rebellious, in-your-face track, the Manchester group has announced the arrival of the sophomore album, Corporation P.O.P, slated to drop on June 27 via Music For Nations. You can preorder and pre-save the record here. “The doomsday clock is nearing midnight and this frantic song sets the mood for the oncoming nuclear winter,” vocalist Han Mee shares. “We wanted to punch you proper in the face with… Read more »

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Underoath Drop New Song “All The Love Is Gone,” Announce New LP

For months, Underoath has been teasing us with a pending, at-the-time unnamed album, but the wait is finally over! Today, the Florida natives have unveiled their new album, The Place After This One, is scheduled to arrive on March 28 via MNRK Heavy. Leading up to the announcement, the band has given fans a glimpse of what to expect with three singles: “Teeth,” “Survivor’s Guilt,” and “Generation No Surrender.” You can preorder or presave The Place After This One here. Of their forthcoming collection, guitarist Tim McTague shares, “The Place After This One is a multi-faceted idea. The fact that… Read more »