Interview

How Youth Lagoon nearly lost his grip

Heaven Is a Junkyard arrives in the aftermath of a crisis that renewed the artist’s lease on life.

Braid’s Frame & Canvas at 25: the oral history of an emo landmark

With Braid’s 25th anniversary tour of their 1998 album Frame & Canvas, we’re diving into the oral history of the emo landmark.

yeule's glitch-pop album softscars finds freedom in flaws

Reeling from the success of 2022’s Glitch Princess, yeule is back with their new album softscars and singles “dazies” and “fish in the pool.” Read the interview.

You’ve never heard Fontaines D.C.’s Grian Chatten like this

Fontaines D.C. frontman Grian Chatten breaks down the creation of his new solo album, Chaos For The Fly, out now via Partisan Records. Read the interview.

Joy Ride is the new Superbad for a different generation

In the summer of the sex comedy, Joy Ride is a standout. We sat down with the film’s co-writers to talk about its funniest moments.

Petey's surreal TikTok videos are only part of the story

Ahead of his new album USA, Petey detailed his TikTok fame, creating dream-pop-influenced emo music, and his absurdist comedy videos. Read the interview now.

Amaarae is a chemist of world music on Fountain Baby

The Ghanaian-American singer’s second album is an expansive project that captures the 23-year-old’s eclectic cultural influences.

Sad Summer Festival is growing beyond emo nostalgia

Taking Back Sunday’s Adam Lazzara, the Maine’s John O’Callaghan, and PVRIS share how Sad Summer Festival is becoming bigger and better. Read the cover story interview.

Rebecca Black is rising from the ashes

On Rebecca Black’s debut studio album Let Her Burn, the viral pop star is shedding the stigma from her infamous hit “Friday” and finding her own voice. Read our interview.

The Spectacular Now: 10 years later with director James Ponsoldt

In honor of The Spectacular Now turning 10, director James Ponsoldt reflected on the film. Read the interview.

Joohoney has never been more free

Fresh off his new solo EP Lights, Lee Joo-heon, aka Joohoney, is experiencing newfound freedom. Read an interview with the K-pop artist and Monsta X member.

Sarah Pardini's vibrant photos capture artists with authenticity

Sarah Pardini moved to LA to pursue fashion. Now she shoots glossy album covers for blackbear and commercial campaigns for Jeffrey Campbell.

SeeYouSpaceCowboy are chasing happiness through hardcore

With their new album, SeeYouSpaceCowboy are exploring their influences beyond screamo and sass. Read an interview with vocalist Connie Sgarbossa.

Thanks to TikTok, Skindred’s “Nobody” is getting love from a whole new generation

Skindred’s “Nobody,” from the 2002 album Babylon, is being rediscovered on TikTok by a younger generation, thanks to a dance created by Shin. This is why it matters.

Zeph finally finds her voice

Zephani Jong, who performs under the stage name Zeph, details her new debut album, character development. Read her cover story interview with Alternative Press.

Aliens exist: Tom DeLonge’s impact on UFO disclosure’s breakthrough moment

A look back at how Tom DeLonge of Blink-182 impacted the pop-culture legacy of extraterrestrial encounters.

The HIRS Collective are bringing the spirit of collaboration back to punk rock

With their new album We’re Still Here, the HIRS Collective tapped everyone from My Chemical Romance’s Frank Iero to Thursday’s Geoff Rickly. Read the interview.

Anysia Kym and Jadasea get audacious on joint album Pressure Sensitive

Brooklyn-based Anysia Kym releases a collaborative album Pressure Sensitive with South Londoner Jadasea. Read an interview with the experimental duo.

Harmony is literally following her dreams with Dystopia Girl

Harmony, once one-half of indie outfit Girlpool, announced her debut solo project Dystopia Girl and released pop single “Good Things Take Time.” Read the interview.

Designer Vanna Youngstein is giving the baby tee new life

Designer Vanna Youngstein is behind a line of T-shirts worn by Selena Gomez, Emily Ratajkowski, and the stars of Euphoria.
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