Spotify responds to backlash following controversial payout appeal
A few days ago, Spotify announced that both they and Amazon were filing an appeal to resist higher artist payouts under new improvisations regarding the Music Modernization Act. The new proposed procedure would force streaming services to increase royalty rates set by the Copyright Royalty Board, according to Billboard. That said, Spotify may have to...
WSTR bassist loves to listen to Oasis
Every music lover has that one good song or album that’s ruined by a shitty time or person. For Sammy Clifford of WSTR, seeing his all time favorite band turn in a rushed performance devoid of camaraderie forever tarnished his perception of an album he deeply loved. In this APTV exclusive, the guys air grievances...
‘Full House’ actress charged in college admission bribery scandal
Full House actress Lori Loughlin is one of dozens of wealthy parents charged in the controversial, nationwide scandal involving college entrance exams. According to the New York Times, 50 people across six states have supposedly paid millions of dollars to bribe elite colleges into accepting their children. Colleges involved in the scandal include Yale, Stanford...
Catholic Church demands Pete Davidson apologize for R.Kelly joke
Pete Davidson is getting backlash from the New York City Diocese as they demand the comedian apologize for comparing the Catholic Church to R. Kelly. Davidson made the comparison during the most recent episode of Saturday Night Live during the “weekend Update” segment. Read more: Born Of Osiris guitarist’s home burglarized, knife left at scene...
Born Of Osiris guitarist’s home burglarized, knife left at scene
Born Of Osiris’ Lee McKinney has announced that he and his wife were victim of a home burglary last evening, Monday, March 11. Of the items stolen, the guitarist reports that the home is missing five guitars, four guns, one audio interface, an amplifier, a TV and a camera. Read more: Ex-Lostprophets singer had cellphone in prison,...
YUNGBLUD explains Easter eggs in “11 Minutes” lyrics
YUNGBLUD has explained the meaning behind his latest song “11 Minutes.” Additionally, he revealed that the lyrics in the song are more than they seem. YUNGBLUD has already told us that his latest track with Halsey featuring Travis Barker is about a couple’s traumatic end. However, he never specified which young couple. Read more: Guns N’...
Guns N’ Roses have created their own record player
Vinyl fans get excited — Guns N’ Roses have created their own record player, and it’s pretty much the coolest merch item ever. Manufacturer Pro-Ject teamed up with the band to create the custom-designed player perfect for superfans. Read more: Simple Creatures announce when you can see them live for the first time “Guns N’ Roses...
Anti-pop artist tiLLie talks empowering women with new EP
It’s been a long journey for tiLLie leading up to the release of her sophomore EP, Loud Mouth. Between her crucial role in every step of the music video production, preparing for the tour and recording the EP, she admits that it’s been tiring. “I’m definitely not complaining,” tiLLie says. “But I don’t think I’ve...
Pete Wentz gets slimed on Nickelodeon game show
After last week’s announcement that Pete Wentz will be making a guest appearance on a Nickelodeon game show, the TV station has just released behind-the-scenes footage featuring the Fall Out Boy bassist. To get ready for the Kids’ Choice Awards, Nick is airing special episodes of their slime-ridden game show, Double Dare, featuring a few...