November 29, 2016

State Champs premiere new video for “Losing Myself,” and other news you might have missed today

A lot happens in our scene each day. In an attempt to capture what you might've missed, we gather up noteworthy moments and package them in one convenient post. Check out today's recap below! Read More: Breaking Benjamin announce a new tour, and other news you might have missed today 1. State Champs debuted their...

10 of the funniest Fall Out Boy photo shoots of all time

Lords of rock ’n’ roll Fall Out Boy have had an incredible run over the past 15 years of their musical career. So far they have released six studio albums, won four MTV Video Music Awards and a People’s Choice Award, and have stuck to their roots while harboring a dedicated fan base. But there’s...

The scene celebrates Giving Tuesday in a huge way

For the past five years, the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, Black Friday and Cyber Monday has been devoted to giving, charity and philanthropy. Some of your favorite bands have joined the global phenomenon, supporting organizations such as MyMusicRx, Music For Relief and Planned Parenthood. Check out how the scene is celebrating Giving Tuesday below. Read more: Andrew...

Watch Waterparks play an acoustic cover of Michelle Branch's "Everywhere"

Waterparks did an acoustic cover of “Everywhere” by Michelle Branch for APTV in partnership with PRS Guitars. Watch the Texas three-piece perform a song they describe as “much better than anything we’ll ever write.” Let us know what you think in the comments below! Make sure to subscribe to APTV for more acoustic covers from your...

Nintendo theme parks are coming to Universal Studios

“Imagine the fun of stepping into a larger-than-life Nintendo adventure. Gigantic Piranha Plants spring to life. Question blocks, power-ups and more surround you. And Mario and all his friends are there to pull you into a brand-new world.” That is the opening statement of the press release put out by Nintendo and Universal Studios today,...

Is your band REALLY ready to be on a record label?

[Photo illustration by Deanna Zamudio] If you’re currently grinding it out in a basement or garage somewhere, chances are “being signed” is on your list of long-term goals. (Don’t have a list of long-term goals? Make one.) But, we offer a reality check: Are you actually ready to be in a partnership with a record...

The Taco Bell Cheetos Quesadilla is real

Here's something that you didn't think you needed until now: Taco Bells in the Philippines are now serving Cheetos Quesadillas, as Kotaku reports. Yes—cheesy quesadillas filled with cheesy Cheetos. Check out the gooey goodness below. Read more: Doritos go “goth” with new vampire-inspired Halloween chips Earlier this year, Taco Bell—who already feature Doritos on their menu—began testing...

33 pieces of band merch that will keep you and your heart warm

It’s the winter season, and bundling up in the face of blizzards doesn’t mean you have to look like a giant marshmallow. There are excellent pieces of band merch that allow you to layer up with a little fashion. Here are 33 pieces of band merch that will keep you (and your heart) warm this...

Metallica, Korn, Papa Roach, more announced for Rock On The Range

The lineup for the 2017 Rock On The Range has been revealed—and we're already counting down the days. Rock legends Metallica, Soundgarden and Korn will each headline one night of the festival, with Papa Roach, Taking Back Sunday, Pierce The Veil, Sum 41 and many, many others performing over the course of May 19, 20 and 21, 2017 at MAPFRE Stadium...