January 12, 2013

Texan post-hardcore group Sparta have begun work on their fourth studio album, according to frontman Jim Ward's instagram. Once out, the record will follow 2006's Threes. The band released their first song in six years this past May, which we premiered here.

“Stay” sensation Lisa Loeb is gearing up to release her seventh studio album, No Fairy Tale, on Feb. 5 via 429 Music. Not only does it feature co-production from New Found Glory's Chad Gilbert, but there are also song collaborations with Tegan And Sara and Hellogoodbye. You can stream her new single titled “The 90s” here.

The sixth year of the Revival Tour has been announced, featuring the Loved Ones' Dave Hause (pictured), Rise Against frontman Tim McIlrath, LA's Jenny O., Hot Water Music's and original tour organizer Chuck Ragan, Seattle-based singer/songwriter Rocky Votolato and NJ-based singer/songwriter Jenny Owen Youngs. Additional artists will be added to the tour, which is broken down...

Downstate NY punk rock quartet Timeshares have posted dates for their 12-day February tour. The band most recently released a split EP with Dividers. Their side is streaming below the flyer. Venue information on Facebook Split w/ Dividers by Timeshares

Baltimore's Trapped Under Ice have announced a UK tour with support from Backtrack, Broken Teeth and Climates. The band continues to support 2011's Big Kiss Goodnight. Check out the tour dates below.

Earlier this week, Mike Reynolds, the now former guitarist of For Today posted a series of tweets condemning homosexuality within the Christian community that resulted in both backlash and support. Shortly after, For Today vocalist Mattie Montgomery announced that the guitarist was no longer in the band and encouraged fans to contact him directly for...

Welsh metalcore mainstays Bullet For My Valentine have released a music video for “Riot.” The single appears on Temper Temper, their new album out Feb. 12 via Sony Music.

Australian party animals Deez Nuts have released a music video for “Band Of Brothers.” The single will appear on 2013's Bout It, their new album to be released on Century Media Records.

San Diego, CA's Idlehands have signed with InVogue Records. The label is preparing to release their Common Soul EP digitally on March 5. Get acquainted with the band with their music video for “The Venetian Hour” below.