The 1975 win the APMA for Best International Band
British indie rockers the 1975 took home the award for Best International Band (presented by AP Japan) at the 2015 AP Music Awards. Presenting the award to the esteemed group, who are currently hard at work on the highly anticipated follow-up to their eponymous 2013 debut, were metalcore merchants Miss May I, who accepted it...
Punk rockers X accept the Icon Award at the APMAs
Los Angeles punk pioneers X were honored with the special Icon Award (presented by Artery Recordings) at the 2015 APMAs. After forming in 1977, the group undoubtedly paved the way for many bands that followed. [Photo cred: Ashley Osborn] X were presented the award by Kevin Lyman, founder of the Vans Warped Tour. During their acceptance...
Hayley Williams wins the APMA for Best Vocalist
The first award was a big one at the 2015 AP Music Awards. Paramore frontwoman Hayley Williams took home the honor for Best Vocalist presented by AXS TV—and rightfully so. The singer had a year with the success of Paramore’s self-titled album and huge singles like “Ain’t It Fun” and “Still Into You.” Set It...
Mayday Parade, Real Friends, This Wild Life, As It Is announced for AP Tour
Mayday Parade, Real Friends, This Wild Life and As It Is have all been announced for the AP Tour (presented by Hot Topic). Mayday Parade-exclusive VIP tickets/bundles go on sale on Friday, July 24 at 12:00 p.m. EST, while public tickets go on sale Friday, July 31 at 10:00 a.m. local market time. This is one tour...
Taking Back Sunday discusses their work with American Cancer Society
For all of the truly terrible things in the world (disease, terrorism, Nickelback et al), it’s heartening to know that artists in our community are quick to put their time and money where their mouths are. This year's Alternative Press Music Awards is honoring these people with the Artist Philanthropic Award, presented by Sub City. Taking...
'It's a drop in the ocean, but it feels really special': Simple Plan discuss their foundation
For all of the truly terrible things in the world (disease, terrorism, Nickelback et al), it’s heartening to know that artists in our community are quick to put their time and money where their mouths are. This year's Alternative Press Music Awards is honoring these people with the Artist Philanthropic Award, presented by Sub City. Simple...
After The Burial guitarist reportedly found dead following disappearance - UPDATED
UPDATE: July 22 at 4:21 p.m. EST St. Croix County Chief Deputy Scott Knudson has confirmed with AP that “Justin Alistair Lowe, born December of 1982, from Vadnais Heights MN, was positively identified as the subject who was found deceased near the Arcola High Bridge.” ORIGINAL POST: July 22 at 2:31 p.m. EST Unfortunately, the outcome...
Northlane stream new album, 'Node'
Aussie post-hardcore quintet Northlane will release their newest album, titled Node, this Friday, July 24 via Rise/UNFD Records. Today, however, the band is streaming the album in full ahead of its official release. You can take advantage of the opportunity to hear it early below. Read more: Northlane unleash new single, “Obelisk” On Facebook, the band warned of...
The Black Dahlia Murder stream new 'Abysmal' single, "Receipt"
Detroit metal vets The Black Dahlia Murder will release their seventh full-length album, titled Abysmal, on September 18 through Metal Blade Records, and today we get another taste of what's to come with “Receipt.” The track, premiering today at Revolver, offers four minutes of the band's signature blackened death metal with shredding guitars, plenty of double bass...