It’s no secret that Bert McCracken and his legendary band, The Used, are having a sensational 2024! Following the release of their ninth studio album, Toxic Positivity, last spring, the impending arrival of their B-sides album, MEDZ, in just a few weeks, and their summer headline tour kicking off on June 20, McCracken also recently launched his unique, pop-centric solo project robbietheused. “Just A Little Bit,” which arrived on May 31 to enormous praise, is McCracken’s into a poppier avenue. He shares, “I’ve always tried to push for the poppy stuff for The Used records. And the band really likes… Read more »
The debut episode of Beauty School Dropout’s new podcast, Out Of Pocket, has finally arrived! Premiering last night, Tuesday, June 11, at 8 PM ET/5 PM PT, the guys dive into the highs and lows of their weeks. They share memorable Coachella moments including their favorite sets and the press around Grimes, the sweetness of spending an entire day in pajamas, the frustration of parking tickets at 2 AM, and even where they’d buy their dream house. Hint hint, it would not be in Downtown LA. And yes, they do name-drop Taylor Swift. Check out the full debut episode below… Read more »
Nothing, and I mean nothing, soothes my anxiety more than a night drive. Windows down sailing along back roads with only the stars above for company. It’s peaceful. Soothing. And to top it all off, a perfectly crafted playlist. Curated over years and years for drives just like this, birthed from panic attacks that don’t know how to let go. They knot themselves up in your rib cage, squeeze your heart, and steal the air from your lungs. It’s agonizing, it’s maddening. The right playlist is a life raft in an ocean of uncertainty—a deep breath when the air feels… Read more »
The living legend John 5 has released his newest song, “A Hollywood Story,” with an accompanying music video cataloging his life and career. From his first notes at the age of 7 to touring with renowned musicians and bands, John 5 captures every moment of his musical journey on this track. It’s the kind of story only he could tell, and not a single word is uttered! Opening with a few dreamy, reflective chords you can feel the tenderness in how John feathers his strings. A few measures later the emotion pours out onto the frets as he lets out… Read more »
Laura Jane Grace has officially dropped the gorgeously filmed “I’m Not A Cop” music video. The visual features herself and her wife, Paris Campbell Grace, portraying Reno 911 police officers “patrolling” the streets of Chicago, IL, where they live. “I’m Not A Cop” is pulled from LJG’s recently released Hole In My Head full-length record. Of the new release, she shares in an Instagram caption, “Are you a cop? Are you surrrrre you’re not a cop man? You know by law you have to answer that question otherwise it’s … actually I’m not a lawyer so don’t quote me on… Read more »
The Used are on quite a roll this year! With their B-sides, full-length MEDZ arriving on June 21 and the group preparing for the kick-off of their summer tour, they have announced their fall headlining tour with Plain White T’s and Raue. Excited about the tour, Plain White T’s shared on their social platforms, “We’re hitting the road this fall with @theused! Get ready for an epic tour you won’t want to miss.” Read more: The Used Announces B-Sides Album ‘MEDZ,’ Releases Title Track Tickets for the group’s forthcoming fall headline run will be available on Friday, June 14, at… Read more »
On June 8, YUNGBLUD dropped a thrilling teaser for his forthcoming track “BREAKDOWN,” which will officially release on June 21. Of the new project, the artist says, “This song is a message to myself to try and exist alongside my insecurities and my darkness by grounding myself and remembering what is real in life and the world is so much bigger than me. Try and get out of your head and notice the world around you, notice the things and people around you.” He continues, “Don’t let the bullshit inside your head consume you. It just wastes precious time. Remember… Read more »
Bring Me The Horizon surprise-dropped their new record POST HUMAN: NeX GEn in May and are now sharing their brand-new hits on their summer festival tour dates. Following the release of the music video for “Top 10 staTues tHat CriEd bloOd,” they debuted the track live on June 8 at Poland’s Mystic Festival. Frontman Oli Sykes dedicated the debut to Slayer guitarist Kerry King. Frontman Sykes shares that the new album took “ages to write.” He notes, “It’s a real concept album, with a full narrative that connects to the first record, but the concept is hidden and buried. Some people aren’t going… Read more »
In April 2024, Lana Del Rey boldly claimed that she invented bows. She commented on a fan post on Instagram with the remark, and fans went wild over it. This begs the question: did she actually invent them as a fashion staple in today’s scene? Before we dive in and discuss this, let’s clarify a few things. I am a Lana Del Rey fan and am not downplaying her legendary influence in fashion and trend-setting. This woman brought flower crowns, Waffle House, flowing dresses, Coca-Cola, and vintage Americana fashion to the forefront. She led Tumblr culture in the 2010s and… Read more »
311 is back for the first time since their 2019 LP Voyager with a new track and music video for “You’re Gonna Get It.” Showcasing lead vocalist Nick Hexum as a boxer in the ring, the new visuals are the perfect cinematic pairing for the heavy-hittitng modern rock track. Of the song, Hexum says, “The story behind the lyrics to ‘You’re Gonna Get It’ is going back into the mindset of when we were young, and dumb and doing a lot of crazy stuff. Sometimes getting away with it, sometimes with consequences. And I’m going in and out of the first… Read more »
