Simple Plan perform at the 2015 APMAs
Following Halestorm's performance with Slipknot's Corey Taylor, Simple Plan took the stage at the APMAs. The band performed “I'll Do Anything,” “Boom” and a cover of “Responsibilty,” which featured MxPx's Mike Herrera. Relive those two incredible moments below. [Photo by Grizzlee Martin]
Hayley Williams joins New Found Glory for APMAs performance
After being introduced by State Champs, Paramore frontwoman Hayley Williams took to the stage at the 2015 AP Music Awards for a very special performance with New Found Glory. Earlier in the evening, Williams took home the Best Vocalist award. She later brought her talents to perform “Vicious Love” alongside New Found Glory guitarist Chad Gilbert, who...
Black Veil Brides win Album Of The Year at the APMAs!
Ohio natives Black Veil Brides were the big winners at the 2015 AP Music Awards, taking home the Skully for Album Of The Year (presented by Monster Energy). The winning record is their most recent self-titled effort. [Photo cred: Paris Visone] It’s been a big year for the band—Andy Biersack and company just released their very...
Metro Station call out All Time Low at the APMAs
Things got a little feisty at the APMAs after Metro Station's Trace Cyrus called out All Time Low, when they were supposed to be doing an introduction for PVRIS' performance with Tyler Carter. Things quickly escalated to a full-on shade-tossing episode. Cyrus claimed that All Time Low have been disrespectful to them in the past,...
Here are the winners of the 2015 APMAs
The AP Music Awards kicked off with a bang and ended even stronger. If you were unable to attend or missed the show on TV, we’ve assembled the full list of winners below. Check out official videos and media from the APMAs at altpress.com/apmas. WINNERS: BEST VOCALIST presented by AXS TV: Hayley Williams, Paramore...
Issues win Artist Of The Year at the APMAs!
Following the announcement of PVRIS' Best Breakthrough Band victory, Issues won Artist Of The Year (presented by Monster Energy) at the APMAs. The group are currently cooking up their next album, so the upcoming year should be just as successful as the last! [Photo cred: Grizzlee Martin] “Thanks to all the Hooligans worldwide and especially here...
PVRIS win the APMA for Breakthrough Band
2014’s dark-pop sensations PVRIS took home the award for Best Breakthrough Band (presented by Splat) at this year’s AP Music Awards. The band, fronted by dynamic singer Lynn Gunn, had a big year, releasing their debut full-length album, White Noise, on powerhouse-label Rise Records. Presenting the award to PVRIS were indie/pop-punk heroes Motion City Soundtrack....
Pierce The Veil’s Tony Perry wins the APMA for Best Guitarist
Tony Perry of Pierce The Veil won the award for Best Guitarist (presented by Gibson Brands) at the 2015 AP Music Awards. The honor was given to Perry by Winston McCall of Parkway Drive, Jake Luhrs of August Burns Red and Mike Bohn of Issues. In his victory, Perry beat out some stiff competition—including Saves...
Being As An Ocean win Best Underground Band at the APMAs
The hardcore hitters in Being As An Ocean have won the award for Best Underground Band (presented by Sumerian Records) at the APMAs. The award was given to them by the Amity Affliction. Although the group beat some tough competition, it's no surprise the band won after their fast and overwhelming rise of popularity. Serving...