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Pandora releases 10 Alternative Artists To Watch 2022 playlist
Pandora has announced its collection of Artists To Watch 2022. The platform also revealed a playlist specifically focused on alternative music. The Alternative Artists To Watch 2022 playlist highlights a number of artists to keep an eye out for in the coming year, including half•alive, MUNA, phem, Snail Mail and Remi Wolf. They are joined […]
These 10 songs inspired Whitechapel as they were working on 'Kin'
Whitechapel helped the spookiest time of the year draw to a close with their latest album, Kin, released October 29. Prior to the album’s release, the band also dropped a music video for the single “Orphan,” preceded by “A Bloodsoaked Symphony” and “Lost Boy.” While the Halloween season is officially being over, Whitechapel still have […]
18 emerging pop-punk artists backed by Pinkshift’s Ashrita Kumar
Back in February, Alternative Press hailed Pinkshift as one of 100 Artists You Need To Know. Now, vocalist Ashrita Kumar is expanding that list with 18 of her favorite emerging pop-punk-adjacent bands. It might not surprise you to learn that the Baltimore-based outfit’s influences are just as eclectic as their sound. In fact, Kumar is quick to note […]
QUIZ: Create a playlist, and we'll pull a tarot card for you
Using tarot cards is the ultimate form of spiritual guidance for many young people today. It’s especially true for those who are delving into the world of witchcraft or astrology. For those who are unfamiliar, tarot cards have illustrations and meanings attached to them that do not predict the future. They rather help you understand […]
10 Swedish bands who should already be on your playlist
Sweden may be best known for exporting its world-famous meatballs, the band Ghost and the puzzle games known as IKEA furniture, but they have many more treasures that everyone should know about. The seventh happiest country in the world is home to many artists who are redefining what it means to be alternative. These bands […]
10 acoustic songs from heavy artists to bring it down a notch
If Fearless Records’ Punk Goes Acoustic series is indicative of anything, it’s that alternative artists can’t resist the opportunity to pick up an acoustic guitar. While a number of our favorites have opted for the occasional soft track, none are more jarring than those by heavy artists. As it turns out, the intricate melodies of […]
QUIZ: Create a playlist, and we’ll tell you a new band to listen to
Alternative rock—pop punk in particular—is going through some new waves at present. Especially now with downtime in the wake of canceled tours, many artists are turning to creative experimentalism. The result? A stacked collection of new alternative bands with totally unique sounds. Granted, it can be hard to find some of these gems. With music […]
10 rising UK-based pop-punk bands you need to hear
You don’t have to look far to see U.K. bands making waves in the pop-punk scene. Groups such as Boston Manor, Trash Boat and As It Is have all made significant contributions to the latest revival era. But what’s going on in the underground? Quite a lot, as it turns out. And the beauty of […]
QUIZ: Build a playlist and we’ll tell you if you’re Team Edward or Team Jacob
Twelve long years after Breaking Dawn was published, making us smile and cry in equal measures, the newest literary installment in the Twilight franchise, Midnight Sun, brought us all back to our Twilight phase. With that book, we were finally able to see the events of the first novel through the eyes of teenage vampire […]
AP&R Playlist: Midwestern metalcore, beachy indie pop and emo Tinder tunes
You’re welcome: We’ve made finding new songs by rising bands easy. Each week, we’re gathering the best from the underground and offering it to you in one concise list. Scroll below and check out our Spotify Discover playlist, featuring these tracks and more! In return, we want to hear your favorite. Let us know which […]
AP&R Playlist: ’80s-inspired indie rock, punchy pop and gut-wrenching djent
You’re welcome: We’ve made finding new songs by rising bands easy. Each week, we’re gathering the best from the underground and offering it to you in one concise list. Scroll below and check out our Spotify Discover playlist, featuring these tracks and more! In return, we want to hear your favorite. Let us know which […]
AP&R Playlist: EDM-infused metal, chill surf rock and heavy indie
You’re welcome: We’ve made finding new songs by rising bands easy. Each week, we’re gathering the best from the underground and offering it to you in one concise list. Scroll below and check out our Spotify Discover playlist, featuring these tracks and more! In return, we want to hear your favorite. Let us know which […]
See which emo songs made it on Demi Lovato’s throwback playlist
Demi Lovato may be one of the biggest pop stars around but she has roots in emo, punk and metal nonetheless and that’s on full display for her Emo Nite takeover playlist. Lovato is curating a selection of her favorite emo songs to soundtrack our time at home during the coronavirus pandemic. Read More: Here’s what Slayer would sound like […]
AP&R Playlist: Lo-fi indie beats, energetic alt-pop and international pop punk
You’re welcome: We’ve made finding new songs by rising bands easy. Each week, we’re gathering the best from the underground and offering it to you in one concise list. Scroll below and check out our Spotify Discover playlist, featuring these tracks and more! In return, we want to hear your favorite. Let us know which […]
AP&R playlist: Eclectic synth-pop, haunting post-hardcore and melodic rock
You’re welcome: We’ve made finding new songs by rising bands easy. Each week, we’re gathering the best from the underground and offering it to you in one concise list. Scroll below and check out our Spotify Discover playlist, featuring these tracks and more! In return, we want to hear your favorite. Let us know which […]
AP&R playlist: Acoustic dream pop, fiery pop punk and ’90s-fueled indie
You’re welcome: We’ve made finding new songs by rising bands easy. Each week, we’re gathering the best from the underground and offering it to you in one concise list. Scroll below and check out our Spotify Discover playlist, featuring these tracks and more! In return, we want to hear your favorite. Let us know which […]
This ‘Guardians Of The Galaxy’ character inspired James Gunn's playlist
Guardians Of The Galaxy director James Gunn is known for saturating his Marvel films with a variety of music. From pop to rock to soul, music always plays a big part in his movies. This week, Gunn has taken the importance of music in the Guardians Of The Galaxy universe to a whole new level […]
10 alternative songs to make your spring cleaning session suck less
April is the time to have the ultimate spring cleaning session. With coronavirus hitting its peak in many states, American citizens will be self-isolating at home for at least a few more weeks. Take this time to go through your wardrobes, closets, shelves, etc., as it’s probably been a while since they’ve gotten a deep […]
AP&R playlist: Experimental pop, heartbreak anthems and hip-hop-infused alt
You’re welcome: We’ve made finding new songs by rising bands easy. Each week, we’re gathering the best from the underground and offering it to you in one concise list. Scroll below and check out our Spotify Discover playlist, featuring these tracks and more! In return, we want to hear your favorite. Let us know which […]
AP&R playlist: Midwestern pop punk, international techno and raw pop
You’re welcome: We’ve made finding new songs by rising bands easy. Each week, we’re gathering the best from the underground and offering it to you in one concise list. Scroll below and check out our Spotify Discover playlist, featuring these tracks and more! In return, we want to hear your favorite. Let us know which […]
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