twenty one pilots initially turned down their VMAs performance—here's the story
Current AP cover stars twenty one pilots sit down with editor in chief Jason Pettigrew in our latest issue to talk an array of topics. One subject included their performance at this year’s VMAs, which almost didn’t happen. “There was an artist they mentioned and we said, ‘Thank you, but we’re going to pass. It...
"I feel a tremendous sense of closure"—William Francis on the end of Aiden (APTV Exclusive)
Aiden's Last Sunrise tour, their final U.S. headlining tour, concludes this weekend on Saturday Nov. 21, 2015 in the band's hometown Seattle. In this APTV interview, we appointed William's tourmate Ashestoangels vocalist Adam Crilly as an honorary correspondent to talk Aiden's legacy, history, complicated relationship with the music industry, motivation behind putting out a final album, touring again...
Holiday Shopping Guide 2015
If you’ve managed to trick Big Guns Up The Chimney that you’ve actually been “good” this year, look no further: We’ve got all the loot you could want. Turn on your internet-access device and settle next to the fire, since this gift guide is chock full of all the necessities (for winter and beyond) designed...
I The Mighty to join Coheed And Cambria, Glassjaw on 2016 tour
San Francisco rockers I The Mighty will continue to support their most recent Equal Vision Records release, Connector, well into 2016 as they join Coheed And Cambria and Glassjaw on the U.S. Color Before The Sun Tour that kicks off on February 22 in Boston, Massachusetts. Also on the tour will be Los Angeles rock...
Punk Goes to release deluxe Christmas edition
With the holiday season just around the corner, Fearless Records have announced they will be releasing a deluxe edition of “Punk Goes Christmas” for when you’re just too hardcore for Christmas music. Set to be released on November 27—after Thanksgiving, when it’s actually appropriate to start listening to Christmas music—the deluxe edition of “Punk Goes...
This pug is more punk than you
By now, everyone has probably heard of Doug the Pug—and if you haven’t, what are you doing with your life? Doug has stolen the hearts of everyone from Justin Bieber to YouTuber Grace Helbig. But you just in case you don't already know how cool Doug is, here is some proof: Doug’s mom, Leslie Mosier,...
Oxford Dictionaries Word Of The Year isn't a word
Oxford Dictionaries Word Of The Year for 2015 isn’t a word, it’s an emoji, which they label as a “pictograph.” To be specific, they chose the “Face With Tears Of Joy” emoji, as it has become known with that description. Read more: This map shows which emoji your state uses the most So, why did a...
The new 'Zoolander 2' trailer is so hot right now—watch
Paramount Pictures have released a new, full trailer for the sequel to 2001's Zoolander and if you enjoyed the first film, Zoolander 2 (or 2oolander) looks to stay true to its ridiculous comedy roots with a brand new adventure for Derek and Hansel in the world of male modeling. Starring Ben Stiller, Owen Wilson, Penélope Cruz,...
PVRIS' Lynn Gunn covers the Weeknd
PVRIS frontworman Lynn Gunn recently stopped by NRK P3 radio for an acoustic, in-studio cover of the Weeknd’s “The Hills.” She absolutely nailed it, in case you had any asinine preconceived doubt. Check out a video of the performance below and let us know your thoughts. Read more: PVRIS’ Lynn Gunn on being gay: “It’s something...