Interview
Ashnikko on Weedkiller: "I find screaming much more effective than violence"
Ahead of her new album Weedkiller, Ashnikko details the music video for “Worms,” working with Ethel Cain and being inspired by her relationship with Arlo Parks.
You're already living in Meet Me @ The Altar's pop-punk future
Ahead of Meet Me @ The Altar’s debut album, Past // Present // Future, the pop-punk trio detail its creation and working with producer John Fields.
How Brain Dead has built its brand on a deep love for punk and hardcore
Brain Dead is a clothes & lifestyle brand known for its artist collaborations. Co-founder/creative director Kyle Ng & events manager/talent buyer Madison Woodward explain how their love for punk/hardcore inform the community-driven brand.
Ireland's modernlove. will help you let go on the dance floor with their emo indie-pop
modernlove. are from Drogheda, a rural town in Ireland with a population of 40,000 people, surrounded by fields of sheep and cattle. The indie-pop four-piece never had the intention of starting a band. First and foremost, they were friends who loved music. Now, though, they’re embarking on their debut US tour, which just kicked off […]
Meet Danny Dwyer, the rising genre-defying artist who's collaborating with emo favorites
Danny Dwyer is a rising genre-defying, alt-pop artist who grew up on 2000s emo and pop-punk. With his EPs Losers and Disbeliever recently released in 2022, we spoke to him about not committing to genre, his aspirations, and his new collaboration with the Wonder Years, “Mortal Kombat 2.”
Alexz Johnson on moving away from the pop-punk sound of Jude Harrison and her new album Seasons
For years Alexz Johnson starred as alt-rock singer Jude Harrison on the TV series Instant Star. Now, she’s releasing her own singer-songwriter music with the upcoming album Seasons.
Say hello to Hello Mary, New York's rising alt-rock trio
Hello Mary is a young alt-rock band from New York City featuring Stella Wave, Helena Straight, & Mikaela Oppenheimer. With their self-titled debut out, they spoke to us about the album & their origin.
How Warped Tour taught Chase Atlantic how to be in a band
Chase Atlantic are on the cover of Alternative Press’ spring 2023 issue. Read an excerpt of the interview, where the band talks new music and the impact of Warped Tour on them.
Party Down’s Tyrel Jackson Williams is stealing scenes, one TikTok dance at a time
Starz’s cult-loved comedy Party Down is finally back for season 3. Tyrel Jackson Williams, who is one of the new additions to the cast and plays Sackson, spoke to us about crafting his influencer character, working with comedy veterans, and more.
How Skrillex became a huge influence of 100 gecs
100 gecs are on the cover of Alternative Press’ spring 2023 issue. Read an excerpt of the interview, where Laura Les and Dylan Brady detail their new album 10,000 gecs.
Meet Gemma Sheppard, the very first stylist of the metaverse
We sat down with fashion industry veteran Gemma Sheppard — the first stylist in the metaverse.
Why Waterparks' Awsten Knight tackled his religious guilt on INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Waterparks are on the cover of Alternative Press’ spring 2023 issue. Read an excerpt of the interview, where Awsten Knight details their new album INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY.
Through skateboarding, Brooklinn Khoury found joy, resilience, and the will to inspire thousands
Skater/model Brooklinn Khoury survived a dog attack several years ago, and found joy and resilience through skateboarding. Now, she inspires thousands with her message of body positivity.
Meet Softee, the rising pop sensation whose '80s synthy beats are a fresh sound you won’t want to miss
Softee is the DIY pop project from Nina Grollman featuring ’80s synth-inspired sounds. With her album Natural coming soon, we spoke to her about her persona, inspirations, and more.
SZA has always been alternative—you just weren’t listening
In late 2022, SZA shared her second album, SOS. Now, she’s opening up about its creation, working with Phoebe Bridgers on “Ghost in the Machine” and helping Black communities.
CHVRCHES talk their new single “Over” and wanting to collaborate with Taylor Swift
Since the release of their 2013 debut album, The Bones of What You Believe, CHVRCHES have become experts at pushing the boundaries of their shiny pop-meets-synth-pop sound. Their latest album, Screen Violence, which traversed the depths of gloomier goth-pop, was released during the pandemic and found the Scottish trio tackling somewhat of a concept album […]
How U.K. post-punk band Shame made the quintessential album about friendship with Food for Worms
London-based post-punk band Shame made a quintessential record about friendship on Food For Worms. Drummer Josh Finerty and bassist Charlie Forbes dive into the band’s history and the making of the album.
How Story of the Year made their mark with the 2003 heartsick single "Until The Day I Die"
With their debut album Page Avenue turning 20 this year, Story of the Year detail making their 2003 single “Until The Day I Die” and its music video.
Every Andrew McMahon album ranked
From Something Corporate and Jack’s Mannequin to Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness, we’re ranking every Andrew McMahon album.
How Gracie Abrams became the brutally honest face of Gen Z pop
Ahead of her debut album, Good Riddance, Gracie Abrams details the LP, working with the National’s Aaron Dessner and being set to open for Taylor Swift’s Eras tour.
