October 22, 2021

My Chemical Romance's 'The Black Parade' was created to stand the test of time

My Chemical Romance’s The Black Parade, released on Oct. 24, 2006, is now widely accepted as a classic of its era. Its significance has only increased over the years, and the album’s 15th anniversary is an occasion for celebration and reflection by a legion of magazines, writers and fans. Gerard Way joined Travis Mills on...

These punk records from 2000 led the genre into a brand-new century

2000: The year Texas Gov. George W. Bush vanquished Bill Clinton’s Vice President Al Gore under what many contend was less-than-honest circumstances. Bush would assume the following January the seat in the Oval Office that his father George H.W. Bush occupied a decade before. The 43rd U.S. president soon blazed through Clinton’s budget surplus in...

PVRIS flow in spite of the challenges of life with "My Way"—listen

PVRIS are showcasing their growth on their latest track, “My Way,” via Warner Records/Reprise Records. The synth-driven song begins with the question “Do you want me to do that?” before immediately diving into an energetic beat. Lynn Gunn’s layered vocals create a gritty and unique sound, while the chorus is instantly recognizable as something a...

HE Creative and 0xNoFace are making an inclusive NFT space with goth gfs

HE Creative and 0xNoFace have developed a new NFT project, goth gfs. NFTs have the capability to provide an alternative. They not only are changing how we make and consume art; they are also offering an inclusive platform for people who can be marginalized in traditional art spaces. Read more: Exclusive interview: Avenged Sevenfold’s game-changing...

DON BROCO explain why they thrive off contrast on new LP 'Amazing Things'

DON BROCO write songs as if they’re on a mission to destroy the rules of genre. In the process, the band create mind-blowingly complex musical landscapes, each one distinct from the last. The group also straddle the line separating fun and seriousness, producing tracks that are as clever as they are a reflection of their...

Every Time I Die release long-awaited ninth studio album, 'Radical'

Every Time I Die are continuing to stay at the top of their game with the release of Radical, their first full-length in five years. Radical captures the essence of Every Time I Die, merging clever lyricism with abrasive rock. The new album serves as a solid example of the successful consistency that the band’s...