Backtracking with Alkaline Trio: Matt Skiba tells the story of “Time To Waste”
In this recurring column, we discuss the backstories of some of the scene’s most resonant songs with the people who made them. Alkaline Trio’s Crimson just celebrated its 10th anniversary. It was a breakthrough album for the band and saw them delving into sleeker production and darker theatrics all culminating arena tours and late night talkshow performances...
We Came As Romans announce self-titled album with lead single, "The World I Used To Know"
We Came As Romans will release their self-titled album July 24. (Pre-orders are on sale now through iTunes.) The LP's lead single, “The World I Used To Know,” is available for streaming below. Be sure to leave us a comment with your thoughts. “When we were younger, we had a youthful spirit that made us less...
Erra, Polyphia, more announce fall tour
Erra will hit the road with Polyphia, Invent, Animate and the Afterimage this fall. Tickets go on sale this Friday, May 29, at 1:00 p.m. EST. A full list of dates and locations can be found below. Be sure to let us know which one(s) you plan on hitting up. Watch: Erra premiere “Warrior” music video Erra's latest EP, Moments Of...
Senses Fail unleash two new songs from 'Pull The Thorns From Your Heart'
Senses Fail have unleashed two new songs from their upcoming album, Pull The Thorns From Your Heart. Listen to both “The Courage Of An Open Heart” and “Wounds” below and let us know what you think. Read more: Buddy Nielsen talks sexuality, addiction and the new (heavier) Senses Fail “This record is the complete documentation of my transformative...
Cross Me to release new EP on Bridge Nine Records
Milwaukee, WI's Cross Me have joined the ever-growing roster of Bridge Nine Records. “With signing to Bridge Nine, we see the opportunity to push ourselves harder on every level, musically and with touring. And we couldn't be more excited for it,” the band say of the partnership. Read more: True Love ink deal with Bridge Nine Records...
A young Skrillex debates the meaning of the word “emo”
Before he was the king of bass drops, Skrillex a.k.a. Sonny Moore fronted post-hardcore/screamo band From First To Last. Here he is at Warped Tour 2004, discussing emo music and the meaning of the word itself. During his protest, Moore claims that Simon & Garfunkel were the founders of emo, calling them “Dashboard in the...
Every Time I Die, Real Friends, Counterparts, more announced for Common Vision Tour 2015
Every Time I Die, Real Friends, Counterparts, Gnarwolves, Brigades and Gatherers have all been announced for their year's Common Vision Tour. A full list of dates and locations can be found below. Be sure to let us know who you're stoked to see! “With so many multi-band tours covering so much ground these next few...
Refused continue irrepressible comeback with "Françafrique" single
Nearly a month ago, Refused roared back to life with the announcement of their first new album in 17 years, Freedom. Along with the revealing, they streamed the effort's lead single, “Elektra.” Today, the band are back with the LP's second single, “Françafrique,” which only furthers their irrepressible comeback. Listen below and leave us a comment with...
Vanna are in the studio
The putrid punks in Vanna have set up shop at Halo Studio in Maine. While not much is known on what they are recording, we do know that they're recording something. Check out a message from the group below and let us know what you think they are up to. APTV: Watch Vanna’s “Toxic Pretender” video (exclusive) Vanna...