Johnny Valentine is the city’s chainsmith
Welcome to Generation AP, a spotlight on emerging actors, writers, and creatives who are on the verge of taking over. “The city is a big fucking mess in a way that makes me feel turned on creatively every single day,” says Johnny Valentine, a New York City chainsmith, SoHo loft dweller, and sidewalk head-turner. Their desk,...
The return of the Tom DeLonge Fender Stratocaster
Fender has released the highly anticipated return of the signature limited-edition Tom DeLonge Stratocaster guitar, just as blink-182 hit the road for their reunion tour leg in Europe and gears up for their album release. DeLonge is all about writing catchy, relatable hooks that inspire his fans. “I try to write music that is accessible and easy...
John O’Callaghan is a glam cowboy in the Maine’s “how to exit a room” video
The Maine appear on the cover of Alternative Press’ 2023 summer issue alongside Taking Back Sunday and PVRIS. Grab a copy here. Besides nearing the end of another Sad Summer, the Maine are preparing for the release of their new self-titled album (arriving Aug. 1 via Photo Finish/8123). Today, the pop-rock outfit shared a new...
Ashton Irwin of 5SOS to join Joel Madden on Ep. 28 of Artist Friendly
Another episode of Artist Friendly arrives this Wednesday. Following conversations with Kailee Morgue, Petti Hendrix, and Palaye Royale, 5 Seconds of Summer drummer Ashton Irwin will join Joel Madden on the latest episode of the podcast. The Australian outfit recently kicked off their latest tour, where they’ll traverse the globe overseas before heading to North...