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The band is set to tour throughout North America, South America and Europe and plans to release a live album on April 14.

At the pace in which music is released, thanks to modern streaming services, it’s no wonder we’ve all grown accustomed (and arguably spoiled) to receiving a new album or collection of music from our favorite artists approximately every two years. While artists such as Taylor Swift, Prince and Ariana Grande have all joined the elite […]

Every music video an artist releases is a labor of love. Whether it’s a DIY home video or highly produced with costumes and epic themes, musicians get to add a visual element to their lyrics and melodies that come from a deep place. A lot of times, music videos will reflect the abstractness of dreams. […]

Fact: Guitar solos are awesome. Plain and simple. They’re just as much fun to see live as they are to listen to, as they fully display the guitarist’s raw passion for the instrument. While solos are a staple of certain rock subgenres, they’re far less common in pop-punk songs. So, when we do come across […]

2021 has already been a great year for new music, but it has also been a monumental year in terms of music certifications and achievements. From Billie Eilish to Nirvana, here are 12 artists making history this week and setting the bar higher for everyone with their successes. Read more: 10 women and non-binary pop […]

If you’ve been a pop-punk fan for quite some time now, we’re willing to bet it was a fast, upbeat song that first made you fall in love with the genre. You probably still remember the jolt of energy you felt when your now-favorite songs blasted through your speakers for the first time, and you […]

The Sims franchise has been going for a long time. Those pixelated people in their simulated homes and their intricate stories have been inspiring and entertaining the masses since 2000 with the release of The Sims for PC. Creator Will Wright put his heart and soul into the games, and it shows.  But what about […]

Snow on the ground and colder weather may signify the end of the year for many, but for music fans, nothing highlights the closing of each year better than the Spotify Wrapped feature. And while we all love seeing how much we listened to our favorite artists, those artists might just love it even more. Spotify‘s […]

The Down Under is giving rise to some of the most prominent artists of the modern pop-punk scene. With bands such as With Confidence, Tonight Alive and Trophy Eyes, the catalytic contributions of Australia can’t be understated. As is the case in all notable scenes, though, the underground runs deep. And with seemingly endless music coming […]

Dating apps have completely changed the way people meet each other and start romantic relationships, and sometimes song lyrics can be the perfect way to break the ice.  In a matter of minutes, you can create a profile and chat with dozens of matches from all over the world, which can make it hard to […]

Playlist culture has changed the way most individuals discover new music, so it’s no surprise that limitations based on genre are slowly fading away. For those who always used to stick their nose up at what was most popular on the radio, it may be a tough pill to swallow. But with new innovations and […]

Last week, 5 Seconds Of Summer fans uncovered new music from Ashton Irwin just before he officially announced his debut solo album. Following the release of first single “Skinny Skinny” Friday, the drummer is opening up about his next song off Superbloom. Titled “Have U Found What Ur Looking For?,” Irwin took to Twitter to […]

It looks like 5 Seconds Of Summer‘s Ashton Irwin might be releasing solo music. This week, 5SOS fans noticed that Irwin’s reported new album Superbloom is listed on Apple Music. Along with this, a preview of a new song “Skinny Skinny” has been released. Read more: Is there a nod to ‘Hill House’ in the […]

The late 2000s through early 2010s were defined in our scene by catchy synths intertwined with pop-like melodies, garnering the name “neon pop” or “neon pop punk.” With merch that was just as bright as the dance anthems that were produced, we can’t help but look back on the short-lived genre with fondness and a […]

There are more than a few artists who’ve released videos throughout their career without ever working with a director who’s a woman. It’s an unfortunate truth, especially when you consider the iconic and era-defining videos that directors such as Hannah Lux Davis, Roxana Baldovin, Melina Matsoukas and more are creating with artists who are actively […]

5 Seconds of Summer are keeping the C A L M train rolling. The current stop— a “Wildflower” music video. 5SOS didn’t let the coronavirus quarantine slow them down as they just dropped a technical marvel of a video.  5 Seconds Of Summer dropped “Wildflower” as the final single from their album C A L M two days […]

One of the most epic moments that can happen during a concert is when two artists join forces onstage to perform a song they love but haven’t recorded together before.  From All Time Low and Halsey to 5 Seconds Of Summer and Palaye Royale, some of our favorite artists have collaborated onstage to perform some […]

With the recent coronavirus pandemic keeping most of us stuck at home, we’ve been listening to a lot more music to pass the time. Well, recently, Halsey shared what’s she’s been “vibing” to. The eclectic mix contains everything from the Strokes and YUNGBLUD to 5 Seconds Of Summer and beabadoobee.  Read More: A songwriter is suing […]

Fans of 5 Seconds Of Summer have been in a battle with Billboard to get the band to the No. 1 spot on their chart rankings after a shipping error for their fourth album C A L M caused their sale numbers to appear lower. Now, drummer Ashton Irwin is speaking out on the issue. In a new […]