Alternative Press Magazine

From busking in the streets to being crowned as the winners of Eurovision Song Contest 2021, Måneskin has grown to become one of the hottest alternative rock bands in the world. For the cover story of AltPress issue #398, Joel Madden talked with the international rockstars about the message they want their music to convey and more. Our lates...

On the 30th anniversary of My Bloody Valentine’s Loveless, AltPress is highlighting the innovative album by returning to the band’s 1992 AltPress cover story. Shortly after the release of their second studio album, the interview shed light on MBV’s experimental approach to music, something that catapulted the band to widespread success. The story delved...

Whitechapel helped the spookiest time of the year draw to a close with their latest album, Kin, released October 29. Prior to the album's release, the band also dropped a music video for the single "Orphan," preceded by "A Bloodsoaked Symphony" and "Lost Boy...

Each month, Alternative Press writers and editors come together to share some of their favorite up-and-coming artists. From pop punk and raging death metal to nostalgic 1960s-inspired sounds and alternative pop, you are sure to find a new band to fall in love with in this month's hand-picked AP&R list. Read more: ... Read More ...

At 19 years old, LILHUDDY has already managed to become one of the most recognizable figures in today’s pop-punk revival. In September, LILHUDDY released his debut album, Teenage Heartbreak, consisting of singles such as “21st Century Vampire” and the collaborative track “Don’t Freak Out” with Travis Barker, iann dior and Tyson Ritter. Read more: LILHUDDY started on so... Read More ...

Editor's note: Few bands exemplify the spirit of the season better than Cradle Of Filth. With the Oct. 22 release of Existence Is Futile, the metal band are continuing to deliver the sound and imagery we all know and love. Just in time for Halloween’s fast approach, frontman and horror movie buff Dani Filth shared some of his must-watch horror movie recommendations with AltPress. Whil...

You might not know it based on the huge amount of buzz they’ve attracted, but many people tried to warn Måneskin that rock music could never make it in Italy today. Defying the skeptics, the band have shown not only that rock is alive and well, but that it still has global appeal. More than ...

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 ... Read More ...

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...

With the recent release of their second album, a gold-certified single under their belt and high-octane live performances, Badflower are crushing it. The four-piece have cemented their presence in the industry as assertive rockers who create music with a purpose...

Clay Mates and Good Charlotte have announced an exclusive collaboration: the planned release of a collection of NFTs to celebrate Halloween on Oct. 31. Shared by both Good Charlotte and Clay Mates on their socials, the creative duo revealed limited details of a “Trick or Treat”-themed drop that will be available exclusively to Clay Nation NFT holders (although both have hinted at the use of giveaw

iann dior discusses his humble beginnings on SoundCloud, musical mentors, and the road to his forthcoming album in conversation with Joel Madden.

Måneskin discuss their Italian roots, new music, playing festivals around the globe and their collective influences in conversation with Joel Madden.

Alternative Press writers and editors are sharing some of their favorite new music from bands that are currently on the rise. From screamo and hardcore punk to indie rock and folk-inspired beats, AP&R compiled a list of tracks that are sure to become your new favorites as well. Ch...

Warped Tour icons Paramore were featured on our October 2009 cover (#255). The band gave AltPress an exclusive look at their breakout success and their infamous surprise performance at the beloved festival. They also took us into the songwriting and recording process behind Brand New Eyes, their third studio album. Add...

Our October 2011 cover (#279) turned to blink-182. The band connected with AltPress on the eve of their record Neighborhoods, recorded following a lengthy hiatus. In the interview, Mark Hoppus and Tom DeLonge discussed the challenging process that led to the new record...

With our Jan-Feb 1992 cover (#44), AltPress highlighted grunge pioneers Nirvana. Just following the Sept. 1991 release of the band’s legendary record Nevermind, the interview took fans behind the scenes just as the band were exploding into the mainstream. The ...

For the cover story of our October 2004 issue (195), AltPress connected with Green Day. The topic of the discussion was the band’s 2004 album, American Idiot. During the interview, band members Billie Joe Armstrong, Tré Cool and Mike Dirnt previewed the new record. Not only di...

Everyone loves to jam out to their favorite artists and classic hits, but let’s not forget about all the fresh talent constantly popping up around the world. From pop and indie to punk and post-hardcore, there’s always a new name in music waiting to be heard. We know...

For the cover story of our September 1999 issue (#134), AltPress interviewed Trent Reznor. At the time, Nine Inch Nails was just on the eve of releasing their classic album The Fragile. At the time, five years had passed since the group’s landmark album The Downward Spiral. Rezn...