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10 songs that are as captivating as the horror movies that inspired them

Horror movies bring out some truly captivating stories, whether it’s through the plotline or just the characters themselves. The genre has been influential in so many different aspects of our society, and music is no exception, with tons of artists writing direct tributes to the scary films that have been heavily integrated in our minds.  […]

18 hardcore and metalcore bands you probably forgot from the 2000s

Hardcore and metalcore have dominated the heavy music scene throughout many eras, from the early 2000s to the 2010s and even today. The early 2000s saw the boom of the new wave of American heavy metal and the emergence of metalcore as the primary subgenre to watch. However, hardcore bands were still laying down hard […]

Billie Eilish backs Tyler, The Creator's critique of Grammys "urban" awards

Billie Eilish is backing Tyler, The Creator in his comments about the Grammys’ use of the term “urban” in their awards categories. Back at the beginning of the year, Tyler took home the award for Best Rap Album and criticized the awards organization for using the phrase “urban” saying “it’s just a politically correct way to say the […]

Listen to FEVER 333 fight against "Supremacy" in their latest track

FEVER 333 is revealing a new track called “Supremacy” following their livestream LONG LIVE THE INNOCENT performance. The band are enlisting several guests for the track with credits to blink-182‘s Travis Barker and producer/Goldfinger vocalist and guitarist John Feldmann. The track has further credits for Blondie members Debbie Harry and Chris Stein as well as writer Nick Furlong […]

J.K. Rowling defends her views after making more anti-trans comments

Harry Potter author JK Rowling is facing criticism once again for transphobic rhetoric she’s using online. The author’s latest controversy comes after she shared an article titled Opinion: Creating a more equal post-COVID-19 world for people who menstruate with a caption mocking the phrase “People who menstruate.” Read More: Dolls Kill address their insensitive clothing and inaction towards racism […]

Dolls Kill address their insensitive clothing and inaction towards racism

After backlash and boycotts for fashion brand Dolls Kill erupted over the owner’s comments regarding the ongoing Black Lives Matter protests, the company is giving new statements addressing their actions. The company’s Instagram has two new posts discussing their actions and addressing their previously sold “goth is white” t-shirt and selling indigenous American headdresses. Read More: Memphis May Fire vocalist […]

The Ghost Inside part ways with bassist after past racist remark

The Ghost Inside are parting ways with bassist Jim Riley after a situation with him calling their bus driver a racial slur was brought back to light by Bracewar drummer Rashod Jackson. The band offer a statement addressing the fact they heard about the incident and never looked into it further when they should have. Read More: Reddit’s co-founder […]

Sony Music pledges $100M to social justice and anti-racism initiatives

Sony Music is pledging a $100 million fund towards social justice and anti-racism organizations with immediate donations for organizations fighting for equal rights happening. CEO and Chairman of Sony Music Group Rob Stringer says in their announcement that they’re taking “action accordingly with our community fully involved” in how funds are being distributed. Read More: ‘Riverdale’ […]

'Riverdale' creator apologizes and vows to better represent people of color

Following Vanessa Morgan‘s words about the issues regarding the treatment of black actors and characters on Riverdale this week, the show’s creator Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa is releasing a statement apologizing to Morgan and saying they are planning ways to do better for the black community. In the post, Aguirre-Sacasa also says all of the Riverdale writers have made a donation to […]
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