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A history of horror punk, from the Damned and Misfits to Alkaline Trio
by Tim StegallI Put A Spell On You: Horror-punk roots Horror punk? Well, the cheapest, tackiest horror films have always been part...
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EKKSTACY transforms pain into music with ‘his new NEGATIVE’ EP
by JP ErvinEKKSTACY has released his new NEGATIVE EP via Steve Stoute’s UnitedMasters. Ahead of the release, the young artist connected with...
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Pleasures founder Alex James shares brand mission & musical influences
by Karl SmithFormed in 2015 by Alex James and Vlad Elkin, Los Angeles-based streetwear brand Pleasures makes clothes and accessories heavily influenced...
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AFI thrive under stylistic divergence and forge a new path on ‘Bodies’
by Mala MortensaAFI certainly know how to rouse suspense—just look back to the effective erasure of vocalist Davey Havok‘s existence prior to...
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15 alternative music stars who got their start working in record stores
by Tim StegallRecord stores are magical places. A good, well-stocked and curated record shop with a knowledgeable staff can influence tastes, expand...
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10 alternative artists who were inspired by David Bowie’s legacy
by Tim StegallNothing’s been right since David Bowie died, Jan. 10, 2016. The rise of Trumpism? COVID-19? The Big Bang Theory going...
Music
AFI unveil captivating new song “Dulcería” co-written by Billy Corgan
by Rachel CampbellAFI are continuing to deliver a slew of diverse tracks ahead of their first album in more than four years,...
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5 Dr. Martens collabs that have embraced every alternative subculture
by Karl SmithAt this point, Dr. Martens—Docs, DMs, whatever you want to call them—have been around for 74 years. And, for almost...
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15 essential post-punk bands who represent the evolution of the genre
by Tim StegallPost-punk had to happen. Punk rock opened all this space for people to make exactly the kind of art or...
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10 emerging Scottish bands who are innovating alternative music
by Mala MortensaBetween the likes of Snow Patrol, Biffy Clyro and beyond, Scotland set some solid roots in the ’90s mainstream alternative explosion. Don’t mistake its prominence in...
