The Ghost Inside’s ex-bassist has “changed” the way he thinks about race
Last week, The Ghost Inside announced that they are parting ways with bassist Jim Riley. The decision was made after a situation with him calling their bus driver a racial slur was brought back to light by Bracewar drummer Rashod Jackson. Now, Riley is speaking out further about the incident and where he stands following his exit from The Ghost...
Tom Morello reminds the internet he’s more than qualified to talk politics
Back in 2017, Tom Morello absolutely crushed a fan with a comeback about his political knowledge. Now, the Rage Against The Machine guitarist has again shared the image of his comment to remind people of his qualifications. Morello has been incredibly vocal regarding politics and social justice throughout his career. Tom Morello especially has the...
John Oliver explains why defunding police won’t cause a real ‘The Purge’
On June 7, John Oliver dedicated his entire Last Week Tonight episode to talking about America’s police brutality history. Amidst all of the ongoing protests for Black Lives Matter and George Floyd, Oliver used his platform to talk about the history of police reform and America’s current state of policing. In Sunday’s episode, Oliver also...
Man Overboard redesign their “Defend Pop Punk” shirt in support of BLM
Man Overboard have just released a shirt that’s very similar to their iconic “Defend Pop Punk” merch. But, the text emblazoned across the front reads “Defund The Police.” The rifle that is front and center, is snapped in half. All proceeds from the shirt will be donated to Black Lives Matter in an effort to...
Billie Eilish backs Tyler, The Creator's critique of Grammys "urban" awards
Billie Eilish is backing Tyler, The Creator in his comments about the Grammys’ use of the term “urban” in their awards categories. Back at the beginning of the year, Tyler took home the award for Best Rap Album and criticized the awards organization for using the phrase “urban” saying “it’s just a politically correct way to say the...
Patty Walters is engaged but wants you to support black organizations
Patty Walters has just announced that he is officially engaged. The former YouTube star and As It Is Singer took to social media to announce the good news. But, in order to not draw attention away from the very important Black Lives Matter movement, Walters and his fiancé, Dottie James urged that instead of sending...
Listen to FEVER 333 fight against "Supremacy" in their latest track
FEVER 333 is revealing a new track called “Supremacy” following their livestream LONG LIVE THE INNOCENT performance. The band are enlisting several guests for the track with credits to blink-182‘s Travis Barker and producer/Goldfinger vocalist and guitarist John Feldmann. The track has further credits for Blondie members Debbie Harry and Chris Stein as well as writer Nick Furlong...
Varials’ ex-vocalist accuses band of racist comments after BLM shirt launch
Varials are being accused of allegedly using racial slurs by their former singer Travis Tabron after releasing a t-shirt benefiting The Bail Project and Campaign Zero. Tabron, who left the band at the beginning of the year citing his need to maintain his mental health, is saying the band has previously used the n-word in response to their...
Hayley Williams hands over her Instagram to a teen activist group for a day
Hayley Williams is doing her best to support the ongoing Black Lives Matter movement. The Paramore singer and successful solo artist is letting teen activists from Teens4Equality take over her Instagram today (June 8). Williams announced the news late last night while detailing the group and the march she attended with them. Teen4Equality organized a...