InVogue signs Swedish band Normandie, hear new song
[Photo credit: Anton Clements Stål] Sweden-based rockers Normandie just signed to InVogue records, and will release their debut album Inguz on March 11. The four-piece band has taken Swedish history into account with their new music; the title of the album, Inguz, is a Viking rune that symbolizes a new life phase. “We wanted to speak...
10 surprising a cappella covers of your favorite songs
A cappella singers can be pretty punk—if they pick the right songs to perform. After sifting through YouTube’s vast selection of a cappella videos, we found 10 surprising covers of some of Alternative Press’ favorite songs that sound like they’re straight out of Pitch Perfect. Check them out, and leave your thoughts in the comments!...
Apple addresses hacking controversy in letter to customers
Yesterday, January 16, a District Court Judge ordered Apple to help the FBI access files on an iPhone used by one of the San Bernardino shooters. Read more: This rapper recorded an entire album in secret from an Apple Store display computer Apple has responded with a public letter to their customers, which states that the...
Converse to release documentaries featuring up-and-coming musicians at iconic recording studios
Converse Rubber Tracks, a multifaceted global music platform, will release four documentaries featuring emerging musicians’ journeys to some of the most prestigious recording studios in the world. These artists were mentored by a list of surprise guests, including Marky Ramone and Mark Ronson. Watch the trailer for the entire documentary series below. Read more: Sex Pistols...
“I remember recording this song with tears in my eyes”—Vampires Everywhere! premiere new track
Vampires Everywhere! has joined forces with AltPress to exclusively premiere their new track “Ghost Inside My Head” from their upcoming LP, Ritual. Vocalist Michael Orlando spoke about the story behind the song inspired by his own hardships. “There's always one song that defines exactly how you felt when you wrote it, and this is that song...
Bear Hands announce new album 'You'll Pay For This' and release new single
Brooklyn, NY's Bear Hands are back with an announcement for their new album You'll Pay For This, out April 15 via Spensive Records. This announcement from the indie rock band also comes with a new track—”2AM”—and their upcoming tour dates on the 'Spring Fling Rock AF' Tour kicking off next month. You can check out...