Marvin Dotiyal

Teen angst emerged, and it seemed like the world was suddenly falling apart in all directions for Mark Kiessling. In times of unspeakable distress, fear and despair, Kiessling found his getaway in Chicago’s drug culture and fell into a rut of addiction and depression. In need of a fresh start, he abandoned his vices and […]

Breakdowns are the only thing more explosive and exhilarating than the Fourth of July fireworks. Even if you miss those, we have a handful of hefty ones that’ll fulfill your celebratory needs this holiday. Featuring essential hits from Of Mice & Men, August Burns Red and Parkway Drive, these breathtaking breakdowns will rock your Fourth […]

In 2018, KROWNS put themselves on the map with “High While The World Ends” and left a mark in the alt scene. The Calgary alt-pop outfit dropped their debut EP, Fake It, earlier this year, and today AP is teaming up with the group to unveil a new video for their debut hit. As a […]

You’re welcome: We’ve made finding new songs by rising bands easy. Each week, we’re gathering the best from the underground and offering it to you in one, concise AP&R list. Scroll below and check out our Spotify Discover playlist, featuring these tracks and more! In return, we want to hear your favorite. Let us know […]

Following Shiragirl releasing 2018 EP, Brooklyn Goes Hollywood, AP is proud to present their new catchy single, “Nothin’ To Lose.” A classic Warped Tour icon, women’s empowerment activist and the “punk-rock Madonna,” Shiragirl return with an upbeat, anthemic punk tune taken from the band’s upcoming concept EP, Andi Underground.  Read more: Papa Roach have one […]

Spawning monumental releases from influential bands such as the Get Up Kids, Saves The Day and of course, blink-182, it’s no doubt that 1999 changed the landscape for punk and emo forever. 1999 was a tremendous year of transition that not only pushed the genre to the mainstream, but also kept it fresh and dynamic […]

Twenty years ago, nine Iowans started a sickness with their self-titled debut that was unimaginably contagious. They fomented a revolution, took metal by the horns and crushed it to pieces with catastrophic energy. Slipknot were bound to wreak havoc in the best way possible as they came crashing down to the scene with an attitude […]

2009—a tremendous year of defining albums from big bands and soon-to-be game-changers in metalcore—seems like a lifetime ago. The Devil Wears Prada released their iconic third album, and blessthefall started a new era with vocalist Beau Bokan. Many bands did their part in cultivating the genre to its peak. Among the many memorable releases, we’ve […]

You’re welcome: We’ve made finding new songs by rising bands easy. Each week, we’re gathering the best from the underground and offering it to you in one, concise AP&R list. Scroll below and check out our Spotify Discover playlist, featuring these tracks and more! In return, we want to hear your favorite. Let us know […]