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7 times rock fought back, from Rage Against The Machine to Pussy Riot
On March 28, Florida lawmakers officially passed their “Don’t Say Gay” Bill. As reported by The Guardian, the bill signed by Florida Gov. Ron Desantis forbids instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity from kindergarten to third grade. The policy has faced heavy scrutiny on a national front. Many argue that it isolates and marginalizes […]
Too Close To Touch vocalist Keaton Pierce passes away
Keaton Pierce, vocalist of Too Close To Touch, has passed away, according to the band. Read more: Waterparks, Limp Bizkit and 8 other things you need to check out this week In an announcement posted to their social media, the band say his passing was “sudden and unexpected.” They also wrote that they’re “shaken and […]
Glam Goth Beauty is transforming alternative beauty standards—here’s how
The landscape of alternative beauty is vastly and rapidly changing. With the rise of #AltTikTok catapulting the umbrella of alternative culture, music and fashion into the mainstream eye, now even the Kardashians can be seen sporting an edgier, “punk”-inspired look. This popularity is mostly a cause for celebration, opening the floodgates to a whole new […]
Sad Summer Fest announces Waterparks, Neck Deep, Mayday Parade, State Champs and more
Sad Summer Festival has announced its 2022 lineup and dates. The festival will feature Waterparks, Neck Deep, Mayday Parade, State Champs and many other iconic artists joining the already stacked lineup. The cross-country festival, hosted by Journeys, will take place between July 8 and August 5. Kicking off in Sacramento, CA the event will travel […]
Machine Gun Kelly to receive second Funko Pop! Rocks figure
Funko has announced it’ll be releasing another Machine Gun Kelly Pop! figure. Part of its Pop! Rocks collection, the figure will be themed around MGK’s most recent album, Tickets To My Downfall. The figure will sport the same outfit from the album cover — including his signature pink Schecter PT guitar model. Read more: Machine Gun Kelly […]
Scene Queen releases “bimbocore” anthem to annoy gatekeepers and misogynists
“Bimbocore” might seem like an insult, but trust us — it’s the hardest, yet cutest, genre around. Hannah Collins, also known by her TikTok handle @SceneQueenRocks, has released a new single, “Pink Rover.” The track is also accompanied by a music video. Read more: How TikTok helped new emo artist RØSÉ get her viral song […]
Badflower's Josh Katz on why rock needs to embrace change—interview
OK, I’M SICK became Badflower’s debut hit, landing them a win at the iHeartRadio Music Awards, RIAA gold certification (“Ghost”) and finally solidifying them into the world of rock music after many tireless years of being outcast by gatekeepers. 2021 posed Badflower with a task most musicians dread — evading the sophomore slump. Vocalist Josh […]
Ashnikko's biggest goal is "to not lose my f*cking mind"
This is the new age of alternative pop. Charging at the frontline, eyeball tentacles and all, is Californian pop-rap sensation Ashnikko. Over the span of 18 months Ashnikko, aka Ashton Nicole Casey, reached TikTok virality with their track “STUPID.” Though many of her other singles would also become viral hits and garner just shy of […]
FEVER 333's Jason Aalon Butler believes rock must undergo real change
The year 2020 was encapsulated in misery and doom-scrolling. When 2021 reared its ugly head, FEVER 333 frontman Jason Aalon Butler charged at it with all his might — dangling from ceilings, scaling stage structures and making headlines all the while. Becoming an outspoken figure in alternative music last year during the height of the […]