June 2, 2020

Here’s why the show must be paused to stand with the black community

As the nation continues to protest the death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police officers, the music industry has come together to call for a blackout. On June 2, Alternative Press will join the artists, labels, publicists and publications who will take part in the #TheShowMustBePaused initiative for a day of silence...

These 9 queercore artists are moving awareness, art and moshpits forward

June 1 marks Pride Month 2020, the perfect reason to celebrate all things queercore. Our new APTV video throws some light on artists who have the songs and the swagger to get into your hearts and your playlists. From acoustic whimsy to volume dials that go to 12, these artists are here and queer and...

People are calling for a Dolls Kill boycott over the owner’s protest comment

People are calling for boycotts against fashion store Dolls Kill after the company’s owner made an Instagram post allegedly in support of police officers. This isn’t the first time they’ve had claims of racism against them though as the company has had several instances of displaying unapologetic cultural appropriation. Read More: Cole Sprouse is using his arrest...