Following the release of one of their latest tracks, the August 2023 single “DEADZONE,” Finnish nu-metal group Blind Channel stopped by the idobi Radio Studios in Los Angeles. The six-piece—comprised of Joel Hokka (vocals), Niko Moilanen (vocals), Joonas Porko (guitarist), Olli Matela (bassist), Tommi Lalli (drummer), and Aleksi Kaunisvesi (percussionist)—skillfully deconstructs the track to expose its bare bones. In contrast to the original’s larger-than-life format and sound, the group seamlessly peels back the layers of the track, allowing the rawness and vulnerability of the single to take center stage. Exchanging the intricate instrumentation, heavy beats, and expansive production for the… Read more »
It’s been just over eight months since Sum 41 announced that they would be disbanding following the release of their final double album, Heaven :x: Hell, set to arrive on March 29 via Rise Records, and their final farewell tour. As their album launch draws nearer, Sum 41 has announced their final worldwide run, Tour Of The Setting Sum. The Interrupters will join the storied pop-rockers across the North American leg of the tour, which will kick off on April 19 in Omaha, NE. The tour will run throughout 2024 before culminating in the group’s final hoorah on January 25… 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 »
The word on the street is that Billie Eilish and Bring Me The Horizon are about to drop a collab together, or, at least that’s what fans theorize. Ahead of the forthcoming record Post Human: NeX GEn featuring the likes of “DArkSide” and “Kool-Aid,” Oli Sykes dropped a hint on Instagram about a possible feature on “Limousine.” Recently, Eilish posted a photo of her and her brother FINNEAS with their Golden Globes, as they won Best Original Song For Motion Picture for the Barbie-featured track “What Was I Made For?” In the comment thread, Sykes simply shared the word “limousine.”… Read more »
After celebrating their 2023 return EP Childhood Eyes with a Good Morning America performance of “The Places We’ll Go” alongside songstress Cassadee Pope earlier this week, Yellowcard is celebrating their legacy with a collaborative album with Hammock titled A Hopeful Sign. Marking the announcement of the collaborative release, which is set to arrive on February 9 via Equal Vision Records, Yellowcard has issued a freshly spun rendition of the group’s smash hit single, “Ocean Avenue.” In contrast to the energetic and fast-paced urgency of the original release, the collaborative version presents a more tranquil and dreamy ambiance brought to life… Read more »
Don’t get “carsick” while listening to K.Flay’s new single! This follows her LP, MONO, which dropped in September. A visualizer for the song is a spiraling array that she warns on her Instagram Reel: “I am not responsible for any dizziness you may experience while watching.” In true electro-alt fashion, the song incorporates dancey drum beats, in-your-face vocals, and bridging twinkle to give listeners a break from the chaos of it. “Screaming out I’d die for you/ But after all the stops and starts, crashes and carnage/I’m just carsick,” tears through the chorus to recount the unbridled trust while living… Read more »
Acting as the fourth single following “Lesser Gods,” “Seeker (Stretch The Night),” and “In The House Of Leaves,” “Gaps In The Armoire” arrives through an array of intricately plucked acoustic strings. The single, along with its predecessors, will be featured on Ghost Atlas’ forthcoming full-length album, Dust Of The Human Shape. This album marks a significant milestone for vocalist/guitarist Jesse Cash, as it represents his debut major label endeavor with Ghost Atlas, scheduled for release via UNFD on January 26. Read more: Mayday Parade Unveils “Jamie All Over (lofi)” From Lofi EP Branching in a significantly different direction from the… Read more »
Aaron West And The Roaring Twenties are back, and they’re asking that “In Lieu Of Flowers,” you listen to their new single. The upcoming album of the same name comes out on April 12 via Hopeless Records. After five years since their last LP, it comes in swinging with the same emotional jolt to your nervous system as their previous releases. The title track is heart-wrenching and gives a pit-in-your-stomach feeling of regret and mourning. The horns section welcomes the incoming melancholy of the lyrics, it gives listeners a replication of sending someone off for their last fight in battle.… Read more »
Mayday Parade is trying to guarantee we have our most productive year yet with the announcement of their forthcoming Mayday Parade Lofi EP, which is scheduled to arrive on March 8. Today, the group has unveiled “Jamie All Over (lofi)” in collaboration with Less Gravity, whose dreamy production additions are featured across the entire collection. The full release features five fan-favorite tracks transformed into ethereal, stripped-back, serene tunes. Check out the full tracklisting below. Mayday Parade Lofi Tracklisting: “Jamie All Over (lofi)”—Mayday Parade, Less Gravity & Aleks!“Miserable At Best (lofi)”—Mayday Parade & Less Gravity“Jersey (lofi)”—Mayday Parade & Less Gravity“Terrible Things… Read more »
Orange County’s own melodic metalcore quartet, Dayseeker, just launched a brand-new music video for their track “Dreamstate.” The song comes from their 2022 LP Dark Sun, which featured fellow singles “Without Me” and “Crying While You’re Dancing.” The gray-hued, garage-themed music video follows a deeply personal struggle with grief for vocalist Rory Rodriguez. “Your soul departed, the sky turned blue/But when I’m sleeping, I talk with you,” he sings mournfully over equally bittersweet guitar rhythms. Check out the new video below. “‘Dreamstate’ is about vivid dreams I had of my father after he passed,” shares Rodriguez. “There were truly times it… Read more »
