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10 acoustic renditions of 2000s songs that are better than the original

It doesn’t matter what part of the 2000s alternative music spectrum you lean toward. Whether your iPod was dominated by neon, pop punk or screamo tracks, one thing is for sure: Everyone loves an acoustic song.  The trend persists quite actively today. Tune in to just about any band’s quarantine livestreams and you’ll catch stripped […]

Hear the Plot In You deliver a somber acoustic take of new song "Repay"

The Plot In You are dropping some new material in the form of an acoustic track they’re revealing for Fearless Records‘ livestream event Fearless At Home. The band are expecting to release a new album this year and now we’re getting our first taste of what’s to come through “Repay” Read More: August Burns Red show the […]

Palaye Royale drop acoustic version of “Get Higher”—watch

Palaye Royale are all about big, bombastic rock songs, right? Normally, that would be an accurate statement, but as a festive treat to fans, the three-piece have done something a little different, and are premiering a stripped-down acoustic version of “Get Higher” exclusively with AP. Watch “Get Higher (Acoustic Version)” below: Read more: Palaye Royale […]

A Nirvana acoustic set from 1991 has been discovered—listen

[Photo by: MoreNirvana/YouTube] 26 years ago, Kurt Cobain and Dave Grohl played a small Nirvana acoustic set to a handful of people in Edinburgh, Scotland on Dec. 1, 1991 to raise money for charity. Everyone thought a recording of show didn't exist—but it has finally been unearthed. Read more: Three Kurt Cobain Pop! figures are coming soon […]

Watch Morning In May perform their new single "Life Alert (I've Fallen And Can't Get Up)"

Pop punk group Morning In May stopped by AP headquarters and performed a couple sets for us, including an acoustic version of a new single called “Life Alert (I've Fallen And Can't Get Up)”. Watch: Watch Morning In May cover All Time Low’s “Remembering Sunday” While sounding upbeat, the “Life Alert” reminds us of some of […]

Capstan perform acoustic track "Reprieve" - watch

The progressive pop punk group Capstan stopped by AP headquartes to give us a look into their 2015 acoustic LP, Parting Gifts. In the APTV studio, the band still sticks to the raw, emotional feel of “Reprieve,” the track of choice. Make sure to subscribe to APTV to see more sessions with your favorite bands!

Watch Thrice perform "The Long Defeat" on APTV sessions

Thrice guitarist Teppei Teranishi and vocalist Dustin Kensrue perform an acoustic version of “The Long Defeat” for APTV sessions. Check it out and tell us how you feel in the comments! Make sure to SUBSCRIBE for more videos like this from all your favorite bands!   CREDITS ++Sound: Rob Ortenzi ++Video/Editing: Bobby Makar ++Producer: Cassie Whitt Audio Powered […]

Acoustic rocker Casey Bolles covers the 1975's "Chocolate" (exclusive)

Casey Bolles is set to launch a three track EP called Manhattan via Pure Noise Records on Jan. 22. The new release will feature covers from the 1975, the Mountain Goats and the Postal Service. “This EP sounds different from anything I've done before and from what I plan to do, so I hope people enjoy […]

State Champs woo 'stache media with acoustic performance

Can’t get enough acoustic pop punk? Well, you’re in luck: Last week, the guys in State Champs stopped by ‘stache media headquarters in New York City to perform a few songs acoustically for 'stache's “Garage Sessions.”  Check out State Champs performing “Secrets” below:   Around The World And Back is out now via Pure Noise […]

Watch Against The Current's acoustic performance of "Gravity"

Against The Current performed an acoustic version of their track, “Gravity,” taken from the band's latest release, Gravity (The Acoustic Sessions – Vol. II). Check out the video below and share your thoughts with us!  Read more: Details revealed for CHVRCHES’ upcoming album, ‘Every Open Eye’

Major League stream new acoustic song, "Montreal"

Major League have released a brand new acoustic track titled “Montreal.” The song is featured on No Sleep Records' upcoming compilation effort A Comp For Mom, which pays tribute to label president Chris Hansen’s mother, Linda Hansen, who recently passed away in April. Pre-orders are available through No Sleep's online store. Check out the track's premiere or listen […]

Black Veil Brides release "Knives And Pens" acoustic lyric video

This week, Black Veil Brides released the acoustic version of “Knives And Pens” as a digital single via Standby Records. Check out the lyric video for the song, below. “Knives And Pens” was originally released on the band's debut EP, Never Give In, and the acoustic version was first released as a bonus track on We Stitch These Wounds.

Song Stream: Black Veil Brides, "Knives And Pens" (acoustic)

Originally released as a bonus track on Black Veil Brides' 2010 album We Stitch These Wounds, this acoustic version of “Knives And Pens” from BVB's debut EP, Never Give In is now set for release by Standby Records as a single on March 19 via all digital retailers. In case you haven't heard it, we […]

Paradise Fears release acoustic version of "Home," offer free download

Paradise Fears have released an acoustic rendition of “Home” on PureVolume. Fans can stream the track and download it for free below. Let us know what you think! Make sure to catch Paradise Fears on the Wake Up And Be Awesome Tour with the Summer Set, We Are The In Crowd, Go Radio and For […]

NGHBRS release acoustic version of "Animals"

NGHBRS have posted an acoustic rendition of “Animals.” Fans can stream the track below. Let us know what you think!

Song Premiere/Download: Never Shout Never, "Hazel Eyes" (Acoustic)

Never Shout Never begin their U.S. tour today in Des Moines, IA. To celebrate the tour kickoff, we have brought you exclusive, acoustic tracks from the band over the past couple days. On Sunday, we gave you “All Mine,” and yesterday, “Between Two Worlds.” Our final acoustic song premiere is “Hazel Eyes.” Listen to the […]