Quizzes

Just like crushed cans of PBR, moshing and piercings, tattoos are synonymous with the rock ’n’ roll lifestyle. Whether you’re onstage or buying tickets to shows every weekend, it’s likely that you have, or at least have considered, getting some ink. Maybe you’ve even considered getting a face tattoo.  Many music icons such as Oli […]

It’s hard for us to imagine a moment in time that we wouldn’t want to be listening to throwback pop punk. The 2000s are the golden years for scene kids. Pop punk was at its peak, thanks to outlets such as Myspace and Warped Tour. The albums of that time defined a generation, and we’ll never […]

There’s only a short window of time when Christmas movies feel relevant. Unfortunately, due to rapidly growing selections offered by streaming services, that means you’re going to have to do some prioritizing. Never fear, we are here to make the hard decisions for you. Because really, who needs any added stress during the holiday season? […]

It’s fair to say that 2020 makes us miss live music more than ever. But it certainly may make many people miss the era of shredding guitars and strained grunge vocals that’s characteristic of ’90s music. Alternative fans of the decade would walk through record shops, mosh at basement shows and even stage diving from […]

It’s pretty disgusting to realize that 2009 was over a decade ago. It feels like just yesterday that the 2000s were ending. This was the time when we were all getting really into Facebook, Kanye West was interrupting Taylor Swift at the Grammys and the music on our iPods couldn’t have been better.  Because we can’t […]

Do you ever get a pang of excitement when you see the name of your favorite band pop up? Be it on Spotify, Instagram or the Rock Band catalog, we’re positively conditioned to jump at a familiar name. It’s crazy to think that these monikers we’ve come to know were once just loose ideas. We can’t […]

Whether you’ve been a fan of All Time Low since their famous cough in “Dear Maria, Count Me In” or you just discovered them for their chart-topping hit “Monsters” featuring blackbear from their latest record, Wake Up, Sunshine, one thing is clear: All Time Low are an alt treasure and have humbly shared the ups […]

Pop-punk kids, it’s your time to shine. If your old iPod Nano was packed with hours’ worth of blink-182, Yellowcard and Green Day, this quiz is for you. It’s a bummer we can’t attend full-capacity basement shows or mosh in a pit with our friends, but one day, we will be able to do all […]

It’s impossible to picture the 2000s alternative music scene without the added flair of neon pop punk. Between its bright fashion, catchy lyrics and synth-ridden melodies, the era is the one that stands out most from the decade. Even 10 years out from the neon heyday, we’re still struggling to get a number of songs […]

Lil Peep stood out with relatable lyrics, often blending hip-hop flow with samples of his favorite emo and pop-punk artists. November marks the release of his 2018 posthumous album, Come Over When You’re Sober, Pt. 2, featuring single “Falling Down.” In celebration of Peep and his brilliant creative force, we want to pay homage by […]

Alternative rock—pop punk in particular—is going through some new waves at present. Especially now with downtime in the wake of canceled tours, many artists are turning to creative experimentalism. The result? A stacked collection of new alternative bands with totally unique sounds. Granted, it can be hard to find some of these gems. With music […]

Now that the weather is cooler and we’re spending a lot of time at home, we seem to be watching more movies than ever before. If you’re like us, that means you’re probably constantly seeking suggestions for new films to watch from blockbusters to cult classics.  There’s never been a better time to delve into all […]

We all love ’90s music in some way. Even if you aren’t blaring “Everlong” on your way to work, artists of the time set the foundation for most, if not all, of your favorite alternative bands.  Still, given the surge of commercially successful artists over the decade, it can be hard to keep them all […]

The 2010s brought us a new wave of alternative music. From the rise of pop-punk revivalists, including State Champs and Neck Deep, to modern hardcore outfits such as FEVER 333, the scene is alive as ever. Much like during the pop-punk heyday of the 2000s, our favorite bands feel like an extension of who we […]

This quiz is for the people who annoy their friends by singing along to every song while watching The Nightmare Before Christmas.  But don’t be ashamed. One of the reasons why the Tim Burton film is so popular is because of all the magical music numbers that put us in the Halloween spirit all year.  […]

Without drummers, rock music would be so boring. Thanks to the likes of blink-182’s Travis Barker, twenty one pilots’ Josh Dun, kid extraordinaire Nandi Bushell, the Summer Set’s Jess Bowen and many, many more, they give songs driving beats and rhythms that make you want to headbang. Despite being placed at the back of the […]

Any former emo kid remembers singing along to their favorite songs with eyeliner running in sheets down their cheeks. Honestly, were we really that sad, or did our iPods just suck us into a black hole of raw emotion? Regardless of what came first, the sad or the band, the lyrics of the 2000s hit […]

Some of our favorite bands get creative when they come up with an album, thinking outside of the songs and implementing a huge concept for art, live shows and more.  One popular trend among artists is the use of mascots or characters to feature on album covers, onstage and in music videos. While metal bands […]

It’s hard to believe when we hear music that dropped in 2005, it’s already been out for 15 years.  Back in those days, we were at the height of our scene phases. Spending time on Myspace and rocking all of those regrettable clothing trends were basically second nature. Read more:  Filter are willing to call […]

Vocalist, actor, writer and Cincinnati native Andy Biersack goes by many names. He appeared as Andy Six when first fronting Black Veil Brides and releases solo music as Andy Black.  No matter where or who he’s performing with, he puts on a phenomenal show with deep messages and smooth vocals. Undoubtedly, we are stoked to […]