Hot Milk is introducing themselves as a force to be reckoned with on their first-ever full-length album, A Call To The Void. Having released EPs and singles since 2019, the dark-pop duo is taking risks on their 11-track collection of songs, melding their signature sound with intimate lyrics unlike ever before. In an interview with Apple Music, singer Han Mee explains the array of emotions she faced while making the record. In the end, creating each song became a cathartic escape for Hot Milk to think, feel, and release the pressure they faced during the process. “I had a breakdown,”… Read more »
The Japanese rock band, One Ok Rock are outdoing themselves with the release of their new single, “Make It Out Alive.” Released via Fueled By Ramen, the song features the band’s signature rock sound by combining driving guitar parts with explosive drum fills that add an infectious energy after one listen. The song marks the band’s first release of 2023 and could very likely mark the beginning of a new album cycle. Their last record, Luxury Disease, made it to the No. 1 slot on the Oricon Japanese Albums charts and ranked No. 32 in UK Album Downloads in its… Read more »
Today, the respected alternative rock band, Citizen has returned with a super-charged new single and music video for “Hyper Trophy“. This track comes as the second teaser following “If You’re Lonely, from their upcoming fifth studio album Calling The Dogs due out October 6th via Run For Cover Records. The new track kicks off with a groovy guitar riff, before immediately jumping into a driving drum beat. On first listen, it presents itself as the perfect song for a workout, going for a run, or driving in your car. The song feels like a great fall weather song, coming just… Read more »
The Los Angeles-based trio, Point North are back today with their sophomore album Prepare For Despair. It has been three years since the band’s debut record, Brand New Vision, and fans are in for a treat with the new album. Point North has reached a new threshold with the crafting of their music, delivering a heavier sound that might surprise some listeners. However, it feels right. Perhaps it even feels like what the band was destined for all along. They have always had the skills to blend radio-pop melodies into rock music, but now they are blending it into something… Read more »
Shallow Pools have become a scene favorite in the last year. From their recent signing with Equal Vision Records to their appearance on our very own Tate Logan’s Punk Goes Pride, the band is showing no signs of slowing down. Today, they announced their debut full-length, I Think About It All The Time, which drops October 13. To celebrate the news, Shallow Pools released their new single “Nightmare,” giving listeners a sneak peek into the record’s mature sound. Combining distorted guitar riffs with pulsing synthesizers, “Nightmare” is reminiscent of Maroon 5’s Songs About Jane both sonically and in its attitude.… Read more »
Pop-punk powerhouse Pinkshift is hitting the road this fall for a special North American headliner! Hilariously titled the Eat Your Friends Tour, the three-piece unit is bringing JHARIAH and Pollyanna along for the ride. The run will kick off on September 19 at Riot Fest in Chicago, IL, and end on October 21 in Miami, FL. The Eat Your Friends Tour marks Pinkshift’s biggest headlining run to date. After an incredible summer opening slot for L.S. Dunes, along with their upcoming European appearances at Pukkelpop and Reading & Leeds, the band is excited to return home and perform for their… Read more »
After more than a year sans a new release, ERRA, comprised of J.T. Cavey, Jesse Cash, Conor Hesse, Alex Ballew, and Clint Tustin, have unleashed their punishing new single and accompanying music video for “Pale Iris.” Cavey’s commanding growl takes you in a chokehold within seconds of the new track kicking in, his grip unyielding until Cash provides an ephemeral respite. Similar to their past releases, “Pale Iris” presents a profound, introspective narrative courtesy of Cash’s prolific songwriting. As the song progresses, ERRA skillfully integrates atmospheric elements with their signature metalcore prowess, creating a unique fusion of boisterous sound. Read… Read more »
As the summer draws to a close, we only have one thing on our minds: When We Were Young Fest 2023. And not just When We Were Young, but all of the music, camaraderie, and more that come with the eventful weekend. As the pop-punk-filled weekend approaches, with eagerly-anticipated performances from Green Day, blink-182, Simple Plan, and more, the festival along with Charity Bomb and Unite The United Foundation, have announced the Strange 80s benefit concert and bowling tournament. Kicking off the weekend’s events for the second year in a row on Friday, October 20 at Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas,… Read more »
In a defining chapter of their careers, Magnolia Park has unveiled their first West Coast headline tour set to unfold this fall. Magnolia Park will share the spotlight with a stellar lineup of special guests, including poptropicaslutz!, TX2, and 408. With this tour, Magnolia Park not only solidifies their place in the music landscape but also reaffirms their commitment to their fans. The 18-show West Coast headline run will kick off on Oct. 5 in Houston, TX following the band’s back-to-back performances at Reading & Leeds Festival in the UK. You can check out the full tour schedule below and… Read more »
In the midst of their summer tour leading up to Four Chord Music Festival, Taking Back Sunday surprised fans with an incredibly special and beautifully intimate house show this past weekend. In a backyard in their hometown of Long Island, NY, the band performed to a small but insanely rowdy crowd. Videos have been circulating the internet for the last few days, racking up literally millions of views across different social media platforms. It is turning into somewhat of a phenomenon. Are house shows back? Did they ever go away? There are certainly smaller, up-and-coming bands playing in living rooms,… Read more »
