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Southern California’s alt-rock trio Arlington revived indie in a refreshing way that sets them apart from other groups.  The trio are partnering with AP to premiere their latest track, “Hollow Moon.” The song takes major influence from indie stars Arctic Monkeys between its sound and its ability to tell a story. Read more: Hear YUNGBLUD’s […]

Just in time for National Coming Out Day comes “Strange Bird” from Kings Of Spade, a rock ’n’ roll coming out story from lead singer KC. The song details the singer’s experience coming out to their mom in second grade. Ideally, someone’s coming out experience will feature love and support from their family. However, when […]

Like many artists in the current state of the music scene, YUNGBLUD smashes through the constraints of cookie-cutter genre barriers. Melding clear influences from alternative and hip-hop artists before him, the British bred frontman pulls in audiences through high-energy performances and songs with a message. YUNGBLUD (aka Dom Harrison) put his diverse taste on display […]

Sparrow Sleeps have done dreamy lullaby renditions of Neck Deep, Fall Out Boy, Paramore and many, many more, and they’re continuing to rock nap time with their latest release. The duo consisting of Casey Cole and Peter Lockhart are celebrating their fifth anniversary of reimagining tracks by releasing blink-182’s California appropriately titled Cali-Snore-nia. Read more: […]

New Jersey hardcore darlings Old Wounds are partnering with AP to premiere their latest single “Give A Name To Your Pain.” When asked to describe the track, vocalist Kevin Iavaroni gets deep. Read more: Old Wounds unveil both new lineup and new song “Only Your Enemies leave Roses.” “Who’s got your back when your back’s […]

rhêtorík may be best known for offering up beats as Logic’s DJ on the latter’s Bobby Tarantino Vs. Everybody tour, but the alt-pop artist is quickly forging a path of his own. AltPress partnered with the artist to bring a first look at his new video for “Shelter,” a track inspired by his time as […]

Indie-rock act Super American are teaming up with AP to stream their new album Tequila Sunrise a day before its official release. The Buffalo-based duo embraced the usage of music as a communication tool, which they kept in mind when working on their debut full-length. Read more: 10 things you won’t believe bands used to […]

Jauz—aka DJ/producer/programmer Sam Vogel—is an established fixture in the EDM scene, with a resume that includes collaborating with Skrillex and releasing music on labels run by such acclaimed producers as Diplo and Borgore. You probably bumped up against someone you wanted to know better while his track “Feel The Volume” was playing at full blast. […]

Alt-rock act Vendetta Red are going full metal in their new video for “Encantado” as they parody the pain in marketing and getting fans to a local show. Masquerading as GORELORE, the four-piece truly get into character with face paint and all. Read more: These tiny concerts will expand your playlist and musical awareness Channeling […]

Metalcore act Thousand Below are releasing a new, emotional video for their track “Vein,” which works to explore the different sides of drug abuse. The track is extremely personal to frontman James DeBerg as it chronicles a life-changing moment he experienced firsthand. “The track ‘Vein’ is the one song on the record that focuses mainly […]

U.K. pop-punk band the Bottom Line released a video featuring bands such as Simple Plan, Neck Deep, the Fever 333, Mayday Parade and more singing their new song “Reasons.” The video was shot at Download festival this year, and it shows the band performing and running around the festival grounds. Many bands at the festival also […]

DREAMERS have released a new scene-studded video for “Screws” that demonstrates the love among artists in the Los Angeles area. Some of the cameos in the clip include Jacoby Shaddix (Papa Roach), the Wrecks, the Griswolds, the Mowgli’s, Steve Aiello (Thirty Seconds To Mars) and many more. The band wanted to show the community of […]

William Ryan Key is releasing a new video featuring live footage from shows and photos with fans. The new music video for “Old Friends” takes footage shot of Key performing at shows while on the road with New Found Glory earlier this year and combines it with photos of Key and his fans. Read more: 10 […]

Fit For A King have released a new song about how people’s lives on social media might not be an accurate portrayal of their life, and it’s OK to not be perfect. “When Everything Means Nothing” is a lighter track musically from the band that aims to make people feel better if they are dealing […]

Emo Night Brooklyn launched from a basement bar in Williamsburg, Brooklyn in January 2015, but despite its relatively new formation, the duo behind the brand have known each other for much longer. Their musical beginnings and years of friendship made way for their first original music, “Back In Time.” Alex Badanes and Ethan Maccoby have […]

The All-American Rejects know how to build anticipation. It’s been six years since the alt-rock four-piece released their fourth LP Kids In The Street, and while last summer brought us “Sweat” and “Close Your Eyes,” we’ve been itching for new music. Well, we finally got our wish—sort of. Read more: 17 music moments from ‘The O.C.’ […]

AP is downright stoked to premiere “Bleed Your High,” the new single from Sunndrug, the band centered around former Spitfire bassist Jimmy Reeves and former Spitfire/Norma Jean drummer Chris Raines. Read more: The Dirty Nil unleash noisy new song, “Pain Of Infinity”—listen “The song is a commentary on how we pacify ourselves with other people’s […]

Los Angeles-based alt act the Dose may only consist of vocalist/guitarist Indio Downey and drummer/bassist Ralph Alexander, but the duo certainly fill the room with their own unique blend of grunge expertly showcased on new track “Thrill Of It.” Read more: Kurt Cobain’s mom remembers the first time she heard “Smells Like Teen Spirit” The […]

Aussie pop-punks With Confidence are releasing “Jaded,” the latest track from their upcoming Love And Loathing, and AltPress has the exclusive first listen! We caught up with WithCon frontman Jayden Seeley to chat about the meaning behind the song and their sophomore release. Read more: 13 Fashion trends that dominated Warped Tour 10 years ago […]

Despite what their moniker may imply, emo act Palm Springs Eternal hail from Phoenix, Arizona. Formed following the end of members’ previous projects (including Equal Vision alum Dear And The Headlights), the band recently wrapped recording on their EP with Bob Hoag (the Maine, the Format, the Ataris) at Flying Blanket Recording. Read more: 13 fashion […]