Watch Knuckle Puck play a surprise set in someone's backyard
Over the weekend, Oak Lawn, Illinois-based alt-rockers Homesafe headlined a backyard show on the Southwest side of Chicago. When their set ended, however, those in attendance were treated to a surprise set from rising pop-punk stars Knuckle Puck. The band played a quick, four-song set, which included “Stateside”, “But Why Would You Care?”, “Disdain” and...
Northlane, Volumes announce co-headlining U.S. tour
Following what turned out to be a bit of a publicity move in the form of some Twitter banter between the two bands, Northlane and Volumes have announced a run of U.S. tour dates, aptly dubbed The Greater Than Tour. Kicking off on November 19 in Seattle, Washington, Northlane and Volumes will be joined by...
Periphery guitarist shares cover of 'Rick And Morty' theme song
If you're not watching Rick And Morty on Adult Swim, you'd be wise to check it out. Hailed as one of the best shows currently on television—not just in animation—its now five episodes into its second season and was recently picked up for a third, likely to air next year. Created by Justin Roiland and Dan Harmon, and...
Back To School In Style With Journeys
If you aren't already spending the morning trying to find a clean change of clothes and wrap up those last few homework questions, chances are that day is just around the corner. That's right, for all our of academics, it's time to get back to school! Whether you are looking for a new pair of...
Parkway Drive release video for new single, "Crushed"
Australian metalcore band Parkway Drive are set to release their fifth LP, titled Ire, on September 25 through Resist and Epitaph Records. Today, the quintet are sharing a brand new, high-production video for “Crushed,” their newest single off the effort. Featuring elements of nu-metal and a tinge of rap-rock, “Crushed” is a heavy ripper with...
Our Last Night announce European tour with Palisades, Crooks
New Hampshire four-piece Our Last Night have announced a tour in support of their most recent full-length, Younger Dreams, which is out now. The band will be joined by New Jersey's Palisades and U.K. post-rockers Crooks as the tour kicks off on October 21 and concludes in Belgium on November 8. Read more: APTV gets to...
Underoath announce 'They're Only Chasing Safety,' 'Define The Great Line' reunion tour
After announcing reunion sets for both Self-Help Fest and South By So What?!, Underoath have officially revealed that they will embark on a full U.S. reunion tour in the spring of 2016. Each night, they will perform They’re Only Chasing Safety and Define The Great Line in their entireties, along with “some special treats.” A...
Sony reportedly acquires Century Media for $17 million
Century Media, the metal-centric label founded in 1988, which is currently home to bands like Iced Earth, Architects (UK) and Aborted, has been purchased by Sony, according to Music Business Worldwide. The independent label, which was started by Robert Kampfi and Oliver Withöft in Dortmund, Germany, has released albums from Winds Of Plague, Suicide Silence, Deicide,...
The Devil Wears Prada’s Mike Hranica explains song meanings for ‘Space’ EP (exclusive)
Mike Hranica, vocalist for the Devil Wears Prada, tells the story behind the first two songs on the band’s new Space EP—“Planet A” and “Alien.” The Space EP is out now via Rise Records. You can purchase it on iTunes.