As Donald Trump continues to swing back and forth on tariffs violently, consumers are growing anxious about how supply chain disruptions will impact their budget, among other things. Of course… these upticks in consumer product costs and descent into isolationist policies will deeply impact an already weary music industry. These tariffs will likely impact the price of your concert tickets, all the way to the already overpriced cocktail at the bar. Let’s break it down from instruments and tech needs to live music venue costs. (As of publication, Trump put a 90-day pause on some countries but increased tariffs on… Read more »
Following its original release in January 2024, pop-punk trio Green Day has unveiled the details of the deluxe edition of their GRAMMY-nominated album Saviors: Saviors (édition de luxe). Arriving on May 23 via Reprise Records, the record is slated to feature seven unreleased tracks, including acoustic renditions of “Suzie Chapstick” and “Father To A Song.” The LP will also feature five new songs: “Smash It Like Belushi,” “Stay Young,” “Fuck Off,” “Ballyhoo,” and “Underdog*.” You can preorder or pre-save the album here. The band shares on their social platforms, “Thought the Saviors fun was over? WRONG. No signs of slowing… Read more »
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The countdown to 4/20 is on and the nerds are ready to countdown! We have our ultimate guide to a perfect 4/20 laid out for you in order to maximize our holiday! We also have some news out of Minnesota to share in these United States of Cannabis so don’t panic! It’s organic!
We got a heater for you this week and papas want to play a game with you. If you can count exactly how many IP references we make in this episode, you could win an extended stay vacation at the beautiful psych ward in the next town over.
It seems that the artists in 5 Seconds Of Summer are officially entering their solo eras. On April 8, 5SOS bassist and vocalist Calum Hood announced that he is almost ready to share his debut solo single, “Don’t Forget You Love Me.” Both the track and its accompanying music video will be available on April 10 at 7 AM PT. You can pre-save the track here. The single cover art shared on social media shows Hood dunking his head into water. Additionally, he dropped a cryptic 12 minute video on YouTube called “DFYLM_TEST_041025” that shows an aquarium of water in… Read more »
The Starting Line just gave fans the announcement they’ve been waiting nearly two decades for. Today, the beloved band revealed their first full headlining tour in 17 years, igniting excitement across the scene. In a heartfelt message shared on social media, they wrote, “It’s been ages. There is no time like the present.” Their return feels perfectly timed—and deeply needed. They continue, “TSL is thrilled to embark on our first headlining tour in 17 years. We’d never dare set out on such an excursion without curating the crème de la crème of line-ups. We will be traversing the U.S. along… Read more »
Following an incredible benefit performance earlier this year in Los Angeles, CA, blink-182 has announced the Missionary Impossible Tour with special guests, the Matt Skiba-led Alkaline Trio. In their announcement post, the band writes, “This message will self-destruct…in your pants. The Missionary Impossible tour is coming for you.” Alkaline Trio adds, “Hey everyone!! We’re so stoked to be joining @blink182 for Missionary Impossible Tour 2025!” As the official card of the tour, Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets, which are available here. On-sale tickets will be available starting this Friday, April 11, at 10 AM local time. blink-182… Read more »
At long last, Turnstile has revealed that their new album NEVER ENOUGH is arriving on June 6 via Roadrunner Records. After teasing the release with billboards and social media posts, the hardcore band, hailing from Baltimore, shared the title track and music video for the LP on April 8. The band-directed video features clips of rolling ocean waves before revealing lead vocalist Brendan Yates on a jet ski, bassist Franz Lyons on a city crosswalk, guitarist Pat McCrory in a lush field, drummer Daniel Fang in a desert, and guitarist Meg Mills in the snow. Sonically, the track features delicate… Read more »
Few bands in the emo and pop-punk scene have built a catalog as beloved—and emotionally devastating—as Mayday Parade. Since their 2007 debut, A Lesson In Romantics, the Tallahassee, FL, outfit has delivered heartbreak anthems, nostalgic sing-alongs, and underrated deep cuts. With a discography spanning nearly two decades, ranking their songs—from best to worst, to most underrated, it’s been no easy task. Here is the best song, worst song, most underrated song, and saddest song in the Mayday Parade discography. Best Song: “Jersey” Choosing the definitive best Mayday Parade song is no small task. Their discography is packed with scene staples—from… Read more »
In one of the most unexpected and delightful moments from this weekend’s Saturday Night Live, host Jack Black fully embraced his inner emo with a pitch-perfect parody of My Chemical Romance’s “Welcome To The Black Parade.” During the “Goth Kid On Vacation” musical skit, dressed in the classic Black Parade marching band jacket, a long black wig, and standing atop a marching band float, Black hilariously embodied MCR frontman Gerard Way as he belted out the song’s iconic opening line: “When I was a young boy…” The Tenacious D frontman and School Of Rock star leaned into the emo theatrics,… Read more »
