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Billy Corgan (The Smashing Pumpkins) Welcomes New Baby

The Smashing Pumpkins recently wrapped up a 2024 tour with Green Day, but lead singer Billy Corgan is staying busy with a new addition to his family. The frontman and his wife Chloe Mendel, who tied the knot in 2023, announced in a People Exclusive that their baby Juno Corgan came into the world on March 18. Juno is now the youngest of three behind the couple’s kiddos Augustus and Philomena. Per People, Juno was born at home in Highland Park, Illinois. Corgan shared with the magazine, “My wife, Chloe is doing well and recovering, and baby Juno is happy,… Read more »

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Softcult Announces North American Tour & Confirms Their Album Is Coming Soon

Canadian grunge twin duo Softcult, aka Mercedes and Phoenix Arn-Horn, are ready to take over North America this summer on a massive tour with support from She’s Green. Plus, they’re ready to take over your playlists as they just announced their debut full-length wrapped production. Stay tuned for more info. Mercedes shares, “We’re excited to finally play some new songs from our upcoming record, especially at a time where the need for community, equality, and solidarity is more important than ever. These songs are some of our favorites that we’ve ever written, speaking on issues that are very important to… Read more »

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Royal & The Serpent Returns With New Single “Death Do Us Part”

Ahead of her highly anticipated debut run on Warped Tour this summer and fall, Royal & The Serpent has returned with her latest single, “Death Do Us Part.” The track marks her first official release of 2025, following her 2024 collaboration on the Arcane League Of Legends: Season 2 Original Soundtrack with “Wasteland.” Royal & the Serpent shares, “’Death Do Us Part’ was the first song we wrote in the process of writing for my very first full-length studio album. It set the tone for the rest of the project – and only felt right to give it to the… Read more »

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8 Emo Bands That Landed Songs On Major Movie Soundtracks

Let’s level with each other—the music in a movie can make or break the whole entire viewing experience. I mean, what would Star Wars and Jurassic Park be without John Williams’ beloved orchestral arrangements? Or, what would a viewing of Titanic be without the tear-inducing “My Heart Will Go On” by Celine Dion? Of course, some movies are made better by rock and metal music. (Just look at any soundtrack from the Saw franchise.) These emo bands utterly transformed movies in the 2000s, 2010s, and 2020s by being on the soundtrack. Read more: 8 Spooky Movie Soundtracks for Your Inner… Read more »

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6 Artist Collaboration Predictions for Warped Tour DC

Warped Tour Washington DC is coming up on June 14-15 and the lineup is utterly stacked. From iconic alternative veterans such as Bowling For Soup, The Maine, and Boys Like Girls to rising stars such as Rain City Drive and Oxymorrons, there are endless acts to catch during the festival. Read more: Best Warped Tour DC Bands to Watch Based On Your Zodiac Sign With so many thrilling acts in one space, we are bound to catch some super cool live collaborations. I mean, do you remember when Travie McCoy joined Fall Out Boy on 2024’s When We Were Young Fest? We are likely going to see… Read more »

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Watch: American Idol Contestant Nails Korn “Freak On A Leash” Audition

American Idol got a little *freaky* on its Sunday, March 9 season 23 premiere. One contestant stood in front of the three judges (Lionel Richie, Carrie Underwood, and Luke Bryan) to perform Korn‘s “Freak On A Leash.” The contestant, named Insite, also had long hair perfect for headbanging, and he nailed Jonathan Davis‘ beatboxing portion. Uniquely, Underwood knew each and every Korn lyric, and even joined Insite on the floor to perform “Bodies” by Drowing Pool. Insite got a “yes” from each judge and is heading to Hollywood for the next round. Check out the full audition below and follow… Read more »

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Nova Twins Share “Soprano,” Announce New Album ‘Parasites & Butterflies’

Ahead of their Warped Tour performance this summer in Long Beach, CA, Nova Twins has announced the pending arrival of their latest full-length, Parasites & Butterflies. The 12-track collection is slated to drop on August 26, 2025, via Marshall Records. Preorder and pre-save the album here. In addition to their record announcement, the pair—Amy Love and Georgia South—has unleashed their latest single, “Soprano.” Read more: 9 Rock, Punk & Indie Musicians To Stream For Women’s History Month “‘Soprano’ is a celebration of the power of women, especially when we unite,” the duo shares. “The industry often pits women against each… Read more »

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Anberlin Reimagines “A Day Late” With Matty Mullins

Originally appearing on their 2005 album Never Take Friendship Personal, Anberlin has reimagined their track “A Day Late” with frontman Matty Mullins at the mic. Marking the band’s forward movement with Mullins stepping in for vocalist Stephen Christian, who made a surprise appearance at When We Were Young Fest in 2024, as the re-release celebrates their legacy as well as their resilience to reach larger audiences. Watch the official video for “A Day Late” below. Anberlin is currently on their headline tour, celebrating the 20 year anniversary of their album Never Take Friendship Personal. Acting as support, Copeland is performing… Read more »

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The Word Alive, The Funeral Portrait, TX2, and More Join Ice Nine Kills Tour

Looks like Slasher Summer is kicking off a little early this year, thanks to Ice Nine Kills and their newly announced tourmates! Kicking off at the end of April, The Silver Scream-A-Thon will include two nights in each city to celebrate the band’s 2018 and 2021 albums. On night one, The Word Alive, The Funeral Portrait, and Melrose Avenue will join the two-night events. On night two, Hail The Sun, TX2, and Dark Divine will support Ice Nine Kills. “In each city, Night One celebrates the fearsome full-length that began this era, The Silver Scream,” frontman Spencer Charnas explains. Night Two slashes through The Silver Scream 2: Welcome to… Read more »

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Mayday Parade Shares Their Love On New Single “Towards You”

Valentine’s Day has passed, but love is still in the air with Mayday Parade‘s most recent single release, “Towards You.” Preceded by “By The Way” and “Pretty Good To Feel Something,” the song will appear on the band’s first album in a forthcoming trilogy release titled Sweet on April 18. Lead vocalist Derek Sanders shares, “‘Towards You’ is really just a simple love song. Sometimes, all you need is an acoustic guitar, some singing, and some strings to tell someone how much you love them.” Check out the beautiful love track below, which features accompaniment by a full string orchestra.… Read more »