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EKKSTACY reveals why love is at the core of his music—interview
EKKSTACY is among a crop of young artists driving the ongoing punk revival. He is unique in the crowd for the version of punk history he tells. Stripped of pop-punk hooks and bright, crispy guitars, EKKSTACY leans toward the darkest corners of the genre. His sound follows from the rawest elements of early ’80s punk, […]
Third Eye Blind's Stephan Jenkins previews Summer Gods: 25 Years in the Blind tour
Third Eye Blind are announcing the Summer Gods: 25 Years In The Blind tour. Alternative Press is giving you an exclusive first look. During the U.S. run, the band will be joined by Taking Back Sunday and Hockey Dad. Summer Gods is a celebration of 25 years for Third Eye Blind. The tour is also […]
Tony Hawk's Weekend Jam, featuring Descendents, the Vandals and more
Tony Hawk has announced the lineup for Tony Hawk’s Weekend Jam, a festival bringing together music and skateboarding. The multiday event will take place in Las Vegas May 12-15. The artist roster for the Weekend Jam brings together a wide range of artists, with a strong showing from pioneering punk artists. Among the acts are […]
Will Microsoft and GameStop be teaming up for NFT gaming?
Executives from Immutable X and Microsoft have hinted that the software titan could be teaming up with GameStop for an NFT games project. While no official word has come about the project, messages from higher-ups at the two companies suggest something big is on the way. The rumors of a Microsoft partnership caused GameStop’s stock […]
Dominic Fike talks growing up, blowing up and 'Euphoria' in February’s Alternative Press cover story
2022 already feels like it’s flying by. Lucky for us, that means another issue of Alternative Press magazine is on the way. We’re excited to announce our February issue (#403), featuring multitalented sensation Dominic Fike on the cover. In the issue, Fike appears alongside a genre-spanning list of artists, including Korn, Dashboard Confessional, Shamir, Bad […]
Spencer Charnas on what drives Ice Nine Kills to new heights—interview
Ice Nine Kills are the ultimate musical incarnation of a slasher flick. Their dedication to horror allows them to construct music that truly reflects the genre’s unique blend of tight concepts, explorations of the grotesque things lurking in our world and playful escapism. More than that, the band have found ways to do this creative […]
Wallows drop "Especially You" and announce upcoming album 'Tell Me That It's Over'
Wallows have released their latest single “Especially You.” The band also announced their sophomore album, Tell Me That It’s Over, due March 25. If that’s not enough, Wallows also revealed a number of tour dates, which will see them perform in the U.K., Europe, Australia and New Zealand. This news comes in addition to a […]
Netflix reveals new ‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ Leatherface mask
Netflix has released the first full trailer for their upcoming Texas Chainsaw Massacre sequel. The new film will be available to stream February 18 via the platform. Among other details, the new visual reveals a newly updated mask for horror legend Leatherface. The character’s iconic appearance has received an update, matching the new movie’s updated […]
KennyHoopla's part of a new generation that's redefining alternative music
In the midst of a growing punk revival, many people are looking back at the past even as they try to figure out a new path forward. KennyHoopla’s SURVIVORS GUILT: THE MIXTAPE//, a collaboration with Travis Barker, is exactly that kind of attempt to find the way. Despite winning over audiences and respect, he’s not […]