Following their monumental shows in Las Vegas, NV, earlier this month, which included an intimate show at the Fremont Country Club and back-to-back headline performances at When We Were Young Fest, Green Day has officially announced their upcoming 2024 global stadium tour. “We’ve never been more excited to unleash new music than with Saviors, a record that’s meant to be rocked live, together,” the band shares of their forthcoming tour. “So let’s thrash. We’ve got some amazing friends who are coming along for the ride!” Originally announced at their Fremont Country Club show in Vegas, the tour will kick off… Read more »
Believe it or not, Paramore‘s self-titled album celebrated its 10th anniversary in April of this year. What better way to celebrate an entire decade of “Ain’t It Fun” and “Still Into You” than getting the record on vinyl? Today, the band reissued 2013’s Paramore with a double vinyl. The orange and pink variant is currently available for pre-order for $36.98. Orders will be officially released on January 5, 2024. Consider this an early Christmas gift to yourself or a way to celebrate the new year with your favorite fellow Paramore fan. Of course, it’s so worth it to be able… Read more »
After 15 years of playing guitar with the ‘90s rock band, Jeff Schroeder is officially leaving The Smashing Pumpkins. Known as the second-longest-serving member of the band after Billy Corgan, Schroeder’s contributions to the band’s sound will continue to be admired for years to come. In a statement posted on social media, Schroeder shares the news and thanks his former bandmates for their friendship over the last decade. “It’s easy to say now that when I joined The Smashing Pumpkins in 2007, I had no idea what I was getting into,” he begins. “The opportunity seemed to have come out… Read more »
When We Were Young Fest is in full-throttle mode, and it has been nothing short of spectacular, exceeding all expectations from the very beginning. In a jaw-dropping moment that took fans by complete surprise, Teddy Swims, who recently launched his debut full-length album, I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 1), took the stage with All Time Low for a stunning collaborative performance of their single, “New Religion.” This unexpected fusion of talent comes after Swims collaborated with the pop-punkers as a guest vocalist on the track that appeared on ATL’s latest album, Tell Me I’m Alive. This surprise performance also… Read more »
If you already know every single word to Beartooth‘s The Surface LP released October 13, then there’s even more great news in store. “The Better Me” artists just announced their coast-to-coast 2024 North American Tour. Beginning in January in Cincinnati, OH and ending in March in Fort Wayne, IN, Beartooth has several thrilling support acts in store. Sleep Theory, Invent Animate, and The Plot In You will all be opening on each date. Consider this tour stacked! You can grab your ticket to a show(s) near you beginning Friday at 10 AM local time. Additionally, Beartooth is offering VIP meet-and-greet… Read more »
Guest: BandLab Artist of the Month, When The Sun Sets Plus: the recent Israel-Gaza conflict took a grim turn as Hamas, the Palestinian militant group, initiated an attack of unparalleled magnitude last Saturday. This offensive is labeled the most devastating Israel has seen in the last half-century. Tragically, over 900 lives in Israel have been lost. Concurrently, the Palestinian territories, including Gaza and the West Bank, report nearly 687 casualties. In a twist of international espionage and politics, former President Donald Trump’s previous sharing of classified intelligence with Russian officials has been spotlighted, especially in light of the recent Hamas… Read more »
Love doesn’t always feel like there are butterflies in your stomach. In fact, the emotions can feel so overwhelming that it’s like you’re diving headfirst into the concrete every time they say your name. LØLØ is expressing this relatable sensation in her latest single, “faceplant.” Co-written by Grammy-nominated writer Mike Robinson and pop-rock songstress Marisa Maino, the track is reminiscent of early 2000s guitar-driven bangers such as “The Middle” by Jimmy Eat World but adds a modern pop production. It encaptures LØLØ’s “take-no-prisoners” attitude and fiery writing perspective through fun vocal delays and unexpected harmonies. Just take a look at… Read more »
Get your headphones ready, Paramore fans! Our favorite trio is back with their remix album, Re: This Is Why. Putting a fresh spin on each song from their latest studio record, This Is Why, the world-dominating band invited some of their favorite artists and collaborators to participate in the release. From the opening acts of their headlining tour (The Linda Lindas, Foals, and Remi Wolf) to long-term friends in the industry (Zane Lowe, Panda Bear, Romy), each remix shows a different side of Paramore and their musical versatility. Powerhouse frontwoman Hayley Williams shares the inspiration behind the reimagined record. “We’ve… Read more »
blink-182 is back at it again! The world-dominating pop-punk trio has just released their bouncy new track “Dance With Me,” marking the third single off of their upcoming album, ONE MORE TIME…. Combining their quintessential blend of loud guitars, non-stop drum fills, and rebellious vocals, the song brings blink-182 back to its roots through a feel-good and danceable arrangement. The music video for “Dance With Me” is a love letter to the iconic American punk rock band, The Ramones. Dressed in their finest leather jackets and black wigs à la Ramones leader Joey Ramone, blink-182 parodies the band’s iconic 1981… Read more »
After a whirlwind international tour and a new album cycle, Paramore is back with a new remix album of sorts, Re: This Is Why, and they announced each artist taking part in the release. The LP is set to arrive on October 6. According to a social media post, the band says, “We’ve long wanted to recognize the connection we have with some of the artists who’ve influenced us as a band and/or who have cited our band as an influence. Re: This Is Why is almost a remix album. Some of the songs have been remixed sort of classically,… Read more »
