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12 Alternative Musicians Celebrating Birthdays This August


July is in the rearview mirror, and it’s time to celebrate the dazzling, summery days of August. So, as you enjoy toasty days at the pool and take in some rays, it’s also time to celebrate some of your fave musicians’ birthdays. These Leo and Virgo babies have made some of the most iconic modern rock, pop-punk, and indie tracks, and for that, they deserve the best birthdays ever. From Against The Current‘s leader, Chrissy Costanza, to the one and only YUNGBLUD, here are some birthdays to mark in your cals this month. John O’Callaghan — August 4 An author, a singer,… Read more »

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The Maine Announces 8123 Fest With The Academy Is…, Andrew McMahon, More


Time to mark your calendars, 8123 family! The Maine has finally revealed all the details for their upcoming 8123 Fest 2027. And it’ll be a big one as the band is gearing up to celebrate two whole decades of music-making. Frontman John O’ Callaghan notes, “Standing at the edge of 20 years as a band and that free-fall feeling of weightlessness is beginning to well up as the roller coaster climbs. To say I’m excited would be the biggest understatement, and now we can finally answer the most-asked question of the year so far: 8123 FEST is a GO. So… Read more »

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DeathbyRomy to Blnko: New Songs To Listen To In July


The dog days of summer are here, and these new tunes are perfectly cool. For your tropical vacations and poolside hangs, we’ve got the best new metal, indie, pop-punk, and rock finds that just dropped in July. From Arankai to lolitslea and beyond, these new songs will be your favorite new listens this month. Arankai — “Meant To Live” (Switchfoot Cover) Metal artist Arankai just dropped his own cover of Switchfoot’s “Meant To Live” for Hopeless Records’ Songs That Saved My Life. The artist shared, “’Meant To Live’ was my gateway to rock music, and I’m honored that I get to… Read more »

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30 Alternative Album Anniversaries to Celebrate in August


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 August to keep our playlists in tip-top shape. From Frank Iero‘s debut solo record Stomaches to Say Anything‘s …Is a Real Boy, all the way to Hellogoodbye‘s Zombies! Aliens! Vampires! Dinosaurs! and The Academy Is…’s Fast Times At Barrington High, these 25 album anniversaries will give you something to celebrate all month long. Say Anything — …Is A Real Boy Released on: August 3, 2004, via Doghouse Records.Standout… Read more »

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Major League Reveals Their First New Music In More Than A Decade With “Heavenly Hell”


Major League is officially back, baby! The duo has officially revealed “Heavenly Hell,” their first bit of new music in more than a decade…12 years to be exact. And we are excited to welcome back the pop-punk icons with open arms, and hope that there are more dazzling riffs ahead. The band says, “‘Heavenly Hell’ was born out of patience and transparency. The patience to allow yourself to grow and the transparency to share that growth in meeting people where they are. When we first began talking again after 13 years, the only clear goal we had was to be… Read more »

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Cartel Announces New Record ‘Learning How To Cope’


Cartel has officially revealed that they have a new album on the way! The band’s record, Learning How To Cope, is set for release on September 18 via Field Day Records. Frontman Will Pugh says, of the record, “This music saved me. It helped me reconnect with empathy, with community and with the idea that everybody belongs. That ethos – honesty, openness, and taking care of your people – is what this record is built on. It feels different, but it still feels like Cartel.” Preceded by the releases of singles, “Oxy Moron” and “Give Or Take,” the iconic pop-punk… Read more »

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Honey Revenge Drops Party Banger “Sunday Scaries”


Honey Revenge just wrapped up an iconic run on the idobi Radio Summer School Tour and are hitting the ground running with new tunes. The duo, vocalist Devin Papadol and guitarist Donny Lloyd, have revealed their new music video, “Sunday Scaries,” which will appear on their sophomore record, Loving And Losing, out September 18, via Thriller Records. It is the ultimate song for any rager you’re throwing this summer…we promise. Get ready to scream along with Papdol’s rallying cries, “Party party party/’Til I’m drunk on the stairs/I know that Sunday will be scary/But tonight I don’t care.” Check out the new offering below and… Read more »

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The Barbarians Of California Just Unveiled a “REALLY REALLY RAD” Track


Ahead of their tour dates with Guns N’ Roses, The Barbarians of California have unleashed their new track and music video for “REALLY REALLY RAD.” Frontman Aaron Bruno, also of AWOLNATION fame, said, “‘REALLY REALLY RAD’ was really fun to make. ‘REALLY REALLY RAD’ has really fun dynamics. ‘REALLY REALLY RAD’ is really good.” The track is set to appear on their forthcoming sophomore record MEGATONS, due out on August 21. The band’s Eric Stenman says, “Making a second album can be a fraught process full of overthinking and self-doubt. Perhaps, the benefit of us starting this band, at this… Read more »

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Chiodos Signs To SharpTone Records & Drops “TAPDAT”


At long last, Chiodos has officially signed with SharpTone Records and finally returned with brand new music. Their offering, “TAPDAT,” marks the first new track since 2014’s album, Devil. Craig Owens says of the big return, “There is still so much work to be done to build out the world of Chiodos. ‘TAPDAT’ is the first step in that direction. Its return to our ethos is what drew me back to creating with this band, and you can feel it throughout every minute of the song. An unapologetic, experimental ride that pulls you in every step of the way.” He… Read more »

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Daisy Grenade Announces New Headlining Tour Dates


It’s time for round two of Daisy Grenade‘s headlining tour! The dazzling duo just revealed that they’re hitting the road again this fall and winter with support from Boyish. They shared on Instagram, “So Much 2 Say was 2 good 2 be 2rue and now we are 2 2toked 2 tell 2ou that we are 2oing 2 do it again in 2November & 2ecember!!!!!!” The tour kicks off on November 17 in New Orleans at Republic NOLA and wraps up on December 13 at Amityville Music Hall in New York. You can also catch Daisy Grenade at Vans Warped Tour… Read more »

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