JP Ervin

Contributions

Lorraine Petel’s Famous Last Words and the future of rock radio

Lorraine Petel has a deep background in music and radio, from early roots in the punk scene to developing content for Sonos, NTS radio and shesaid.so. Her work has helped to push rock music broadcasting to new levels, even winning her the admiration of punk legend Iggy Pop, leading to collaborations between the pair for […]

AltPress and Wicked Craniums team up for first-ever NFT covers

In celebration of NFT Week 2021, Alternative Press has announced the unveiling of its first-ever NFT magazine cover, featuring The Wicked Craniums. Developed in partnership with the Craniums and their community, the end result is an ultra-limited first-of-its-kind cover exclusively available as an NFT. The collection is available at the time of this announcement and […]

Machine Gun Kelly announces new custom Schecter signature guitar

Machine Gun Kelly has released a new signature guitar. The Machine Gun Kelly Signature PT was designed in collaboration with beloved guitar manufacturer Schecter. The new instrument comes in a custom color, “Tickets To My Downfall Pink,” perfectly reflecting the unique visual language of Machine Gun Kelly. Read more: In issue 400, twenty one pilots […]

Amy Lee and Lzzy Hale discuss the joys of touring with your friends

Evanescence and Halestorm’s tour, launching Nov. 5 from Portland, Oregon, is rapidly approaching. During the run, the bands will be joined by PLUSH and Lilith Czar on select dates, crossing the U.S. along the way. Read more: Evanescence debut new NFT collection based on ‘Echoes From The Void’ The tour is a welcome sight for […]

In issue 400, twenty one pilots reveal the importance of their community

With Alternative Press issue 400, we celebrate a major milestone for the magazine. AP has continued to change with the times, staying in touch with the evolution of music and culture at large. However, we’ve never forgotten our commitment to championing “New Music Now.” In many ways, this issue looks back to our roots. As […]

Pierre Bouvier on collaborating with Beckett to write "Weirdo"—listen

Beckett has released the single “Weirdo.” The new track is the debut single from the 17-year-old musician and offers the first taste of his upcoming EP, Weirdo. Meeting almost by chance, Beckett connected with Simple Plan’s Pierre Bouvier, a nearby neighbor in Ojai, California. Struck by the young musician’s singing talent and musical savvy, Bouvier […]

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 […]

Jesse Jo Stark tells a story of ill-fated love on "cry on me"—listen

Jesse Jo Stark has released her latest single, “cry on me.” Alternative Press and Stark are bringing you a look at the new track! “cry on me” continues to build Stark’s unique sonic world. Many of her songs reflect a unique musical language, born of a broad range of influences, including punk, country, soul and […]

Every Time I Die's Keith Buckley on daring himself to make 'Radical'

Every Time I Die will release their ninth studio album, Radical, Oct. 22 via Epitaph Records. The record follows 2016’s Low Teens. In addition to the pause between albums, Radical also follows a series of significant life changes for ETID singer Keith Buckley. In the years following Low Teens, Buckley went through a process of […]
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