Features
15 bands that defined LA punk in the ’80s, from Black Flag to the Go-Go’s
by Tim StegallAs the 1980s began, most of the world was under the impression that punk rock failed when the Sex Pistols...
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Culture
Tony Hawk’s Weekend Jam, featuring Descendents, the Vandals and more
by JP ErvinTony Hawk has announced the lineup for Tony Hawk’s Weekend Jam, a festival bringing together music and skateboarding. The multiday...
Culture
“Redefining Feminism in Punk: Los Angeles” celebrates women in music
by Augusta BattocletteThe Linda Lindas, Hole’s Patty Schemel, Backstage Pass and more appear in the latest episode of Dr. Martens documentary film...
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Features
The 10 best punk drummers of the 1970s displayed great skill and power
by Tim Stegall“You’re only as good as your drummer,” Clash singer/rhythm guitarist Joe Strummer lamented in their documentary Westway To The World,...
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Features
X’s John Doe talks recent ‘ALPHABETLAND’ LP, how to stay fresh and more
by Tim StegallX grew from the fertile soil that was Los Angeles’ late ‘70s punk scene. Singer/bassist John Doe answered an ad...
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Music
AltPress Weekly: Mark Hoppus, Tom DeLonge, Poppy, UPSAHL and more
by JP ErvinWelcome back for another AltPress Weekly. Every week, we highlight the things we want you to check out. We always...
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Music
Dave Grohl invites daughter Violet onstage to cover X’s “Nausea”—watch
by Josh CarterDave Grohl has once again proven that he’s one of the coolest guys in music. During a performance at this...
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News
Orville Peck has announced dates for the fall Drive Me, Crazy tour
by Taylor LinzinmeirOrville Peck has announced dates for his fall Drive Me, Crazy tour. The country singer with an alternative flair will...
Features
20 artists who defined the sound of nü metal from past to present
by Ali CooperWhether or not you lived through the golden age of MTV and JNCO jeans, the discovery of the nü-metal phenomenon...
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Music
AltPress Weekly: Eyedress, Syd, boyband, the Velvet Underground and more
by JP ErvinWelcome back to AltPress Weekly. It’s hard to believe we’re already at our fourth installment of our weekly roundup, which...
