MisterWives and Charlotte Sands have teamed up for an absolutely mesmerizing collaborative single, “Other Side.” Additionally, the pair have launched a live performance video of the new release via Vevo. MisterWives frontwoman Mandy Lee shares, “From the studio to playing it live, every iteration of ‘Other Side’ has been unfiltered fun, and the honor of having Charlotte be part of the song took it to new heights! Her talent, heart, and powerhouse voice are as awe-inspiring as her trailblazing career as an independent artist, and getting to share the stage with her was a true masterclass.” On the layered meanings… Read more »
Following a massive tour run on Avril Lavigne’s Greatest Hits Tour, which wrapped up earlier this week, Royal & The Serpent has returned with the fifth installment of her RAT TRAP series, RAT TRAP 5: the beginning. The collection features two brand new tracks: the lively “American Spirit” and the anthemic “DOG,” as well as accompanying music videos for each song. The double-sided release follows the arrival of RAT TRAP 1: the blueprint, RAT TRAP 2: the burn, RAT TRAP 3: the band-aid, and RAT TRAP 4: the burden in 2023. “The main reason I make music is that it’s… Read more »
There aren’t many bands contending with The Killers for the widest breadth of sonic profile. Since the day that cage door opened, they’ve strayed worlds away from their grit-and-glam ethos of post-punk revival. The trek’s seen them over the washboard roads of heartland rock, through flashbangs of synth-driven pop, and the wildflower fields on the softer side of folk. And still, now 20 years removed from their Hot Fuss debut, they continue to fire off their early staples with the same love-scorned ferocity that had first lit the fuse. In celebration of the bi-decadal anniversary today, June 7, we reached… Read more »
Ashton Irwin, aka the drummer and vocalist from 5 Seconds Of Summer, is continuing his solo music journey. Earlier this week, the artist announced his forthcoming album BLOOD ON THE DRUMS. This marks his second LP, preceded by 2020’s Superbloom. Additionally, he kicked off the new album cycle on June 4 with the release of single “Straight To Your Heart.” The indie-pop bop is the love song that came just in time for your summer beach playlists. Overwhelmed by the love, Irwin shared on Instagram, “Insanely happy seeing you react to Straight To Your Heart! Flying high off all the… Read more »
For fans across the pond, today is your lucky day. SeeYouSpaceCowboy is heading out to the UK and Europe in August and September. The Coup de Grâce artists are kicking off their run overseas on August 29 in Southampton, UK, at Joiners and wrapping their shows up in Köln, DE, at Helios 37 on September 15. Hardcore act Killing Me Softly and Madrid post-hardcore musicians Boneflower will be along for the ride and are offering support. All tickets for the forthcoming tour go live on June 7 at 11 AM CET. Their headlining North American tour begins on July 16.… Read more »
If you’re in the mood for a banger, then you’re in luck. Beauty School just shared the music video for “Reaper,” featuring The Wonder Years’ frontman Dan Campbell. While the song is a sweet and sour ode to the inevitability of death, the music video is more of a celebration of life. It sees the band members rocking out in a warehouse, joined by the reaper himself. It’s a smart and satirical take on a heavy topic, which is right up Beauty School’s alley. A match made in heaven, this collab is everything you never knew your emo-punk-loving soul needed.… Read more »
Following an expansive North American tour in May with Teenage Halloween, The Devil’s Twins, Sam Russo, and Pigeon Pit, Laura Jane Grace And The Mississippi Medicals announced that they’re hitting the road again for a fall tour. The tour kicks off on September 3 at Louisville’s The Whirling Tiger and ends on September 19 at The Song & Dance in Syracuse. Concert attendees will get to catch two thrilling support acts including Philadelphia ska band Catbite and electric folk rock artist Taylor Hollingsworth. When sharing the news of their support slot, Catbite shared, “[W]e told ourselves we weren’t going to… Read more »
Vienna Vienna is a hidden gem in the alternative world who is sure to break through and shine on your playlists and beyond. Today, the artist launched a new single that truly encompasses what it means to crave another person entitled, “Fuck Me.” Read more: illuminati hotties Launch ‘POWER’ LP With New Single “Didn’t” Featuring Cavetown The release comes with an official live music video showcasing Vienna Vienna in their raw, unfiltered glory. “Call me anxious, just call me when you want/Show me how to feel through all the numb/I just wanna tell you all my secrets in the echoes/I… Read more »
Following the surprise release of their new LP POST HUMAN: NeX GEn, Bring Me The Horizon dropped a brand-new music video for “Top 10 staTues tHat CriEd bloOd.” Speaking on the visuals, Oli Sykes says, “The video continues the exploration of what it means to be human in an age where technology can alter our very nature and gives keen-eyed fans more lore to dive into and discuss on their quest for uncovering the full post-human lore.” Check out the full video below. Frontman Sykes shares that the new album took “ages to write.” He continues, “It’s a real concept album, with… Read more »
Since the day “Misery Business” became the anthem of a generation, it became a cliche rite of passage for female pop-rock vocalists to be compared to Hayley Williams upon entering the pop-rock scene. Whether they truly resemble the neon-haired powerhouse or not, the inevitable comparisons are unrelenting. It is simultaneously flattering and frustrating as these artists strive to create identities of their own in a brutally competitive industry. If you are a fan of powerful vocalists and the unique flair of pop-rock, I implore you to listen to these 10 femme pop-rock artists of the modern era. Each one possesses… Read more »
