activism
11 alternative groups still playing together after a decade or more
Whether due to personal reasons, creative differences or non-music-related conflicts, it’s pretty common for a band’s lineup to shift over time. And in that same vein, it’s noteworthy when a core group of original members are able to stick it out through all the ups and downs that the music industry brings. In a world […]
Badflower don’t care if you’re pissed off as long as you’re listening
Categorizing Badflower as just one genre is next to impossible, and that’s pretty much the point. Ditching the guise of poetic metaphors, Josh Katz and co. speak from the heart about important issues, channeling all the mess that comes with being human. Now, the frontman is opening up about how it goes much deeper than […]
Anti-Flag are taking you beyond barricades in a new documentary
For 27 years, Anti-Flag have gone beyond being just a band. They’ve drawn attention to themselves by delivering specific political messages in a bold way. From highlighting former President George W. Bush’s controversies in 2004 with a compilation disc, Rock Against Bush, Vol. 1 and 2, to denouncing the Trump administration on 20/20 Vision earlier […]
Hayley Williams hands over her Instagram to a teen activist group for a day
Hayley Williams is doing her best to support the ongoing Black Lives Matter movement. The Paramore singer and successful solo artist is letting teen activists from Teens4Equality take over her Instagram today (June 8). Williams announced the news late last night while detailing the group and the march she attended with them. Teen4Equality organized a […]
Greta Thunberg “How Dare You” metal remix to benefit climate action
Earlier this month, Greta Thunberg condemned the United Nations for their lack of action to protect the environment. Shortly after, her powerful speech was turned into a Swedish death metal song that went viral online. Now, that song is officially its own single, with all proceeds benefiting an environmental rights group. Read more: Applebee’s introduces […]
Greta Thunberg condemns leaders about climate change: “How dare you"
Greta Thunberg, a Swedish teen climate change activist that was featured in a self-titled The 1975 song, just condemned the United Nations for their lack of action to protect the environment. The 16-year-old gave her powerful speech during the opening session the United Nations Climate Action Summit. The summit is a meeting of the UN […]
K.Flay is over climate change inaction in “Not In California” video
K.Flay has been releasing vibrant videos for singles from her third album, Solutions, over the past few months. Now, she’s tying it all together with the third installment, “Not In California.” Released the same day the United Nations Climate Action Summit kicks off in New York City, the vocalist used the clip to shine a […]
Billie Eilish let her song soundtrack powerful anti-cyberbullying video
Billie Eilish has given permission for her song “When The Party’s Over” to be used for free in a campaign that raises awareness about cyberbullying. The video titled “Are Your Words Doing Damages?” showcases the effects on children when they face constant online abuse. Read more: Jeffree Star, the Dolan Twins switch lives in ultimate […]
The 1975 endorse climate change emergency campaign, call for action
The 1975 have signed onto a campaign that’s fighting to create emergency climate change action. Music Declares Emergency, a music industry collective group, is leading the campaign, now gaining 2,000 signatures of support. Read more: Billie Eilish challenges trolls to get more creative with style disses Those who have signed up are acknowledging that the […]
Halsey gives empowering speech in London after homophobic bus attack
Halsey performed in Camden last night, and gave an empowering speech about LGBTQ Pride and bigotry. For background, recently, two women were beaten in a homophobic attack on a London bus that garnered a lot of attention online. Read more: blink-182 won’t be adding a joke song on next album, Mark Hoppus says Also, it’s […]
Pussy Riot member arrested “for no reason,” band says
A member of Pussy Riot has been arrested for the second time in a month, this time for being suspected of damaging government property. Nika Nikulshina, a member of the Russian punk activist group, was taken while at her friends house, which the band says “for no reason.” Read more: Ultra Music Festival moving cities […]
10 times we were inspired by women in the scene
Women in our scene have always inspired us through not just their music, but also the way they use their voices to spread positive messages. Whether it be advocating for mental health, LGBT issues or just self-acceptance, these women have truly made a positive impression by showing their support to those who might need it. […]
10 artists who used their platform to spread a message
With rapid advancements in the modern technological world, any lines between politics, the entertainment industry and the general public have long since blurred into obliteration. Whether it’s immigration, gun reform, gender equality, sexual harassment, animal cruelty, the environment, LGBTQ rights or any number of other causes—the majority of the civilized world are making themselves heard, […]
17 bands speaking out with their music in 2017
These are troubled times: The Trump presidency, Brexit, terrorism, poverty, LGBTQ+ rights, and gender equality are just some of the political and social issues facing the world today. There are several bands in the alternative scene taking a stand on these problems, and in this list, we present to you 17 bands who have something […]
OTEP releases powerful statement on anti-LGBT purge in Chechnya
Activist Otep Shamaya, the namesake behind top-charting group OTEP, has released a powerful statement concerning an anti-LGBT purge inside the country of Chechnya. This comes after the band's music video for “Equal Rights Equal Lefts” premiered at SXSW. You can watch that video, read the statement and see newly announced tour dates below. Read more: Activist Otep Shamaya creates largest team […]
The 1975 announce partnership with the It Gets Better project
The 1975 have announced an exciting new partnership with the It Gets Better project, a movement geared towards LGBTQ youth. Read more: The 1975 send a message with stunning “Loving Someone” live video—watch A special It Gets Better hoodie, themed around the 1975's song “Loving Someone,” has been released in support of the partnership. According to […]
Hear Koji's new political single, inspired by Donald Trump (exclusive)
Activism is nothing new to singer/songwriter Koji. Back in AP 280, he penned an op-ed about overcoming discrimination. Now, he’s put his musical skills to political work with a new song, “Keeping Count,” inspired by presidential candidate Donald Trump, and has teamed up with AP to release it. The song is being released just in […]
Song Premiere: Focused Minds, "Content"
As humans, we have the power to change and affect many things, and often the other creatures with which we coexist are on the receiving end of our power, for better or worse. In “Content” from Focused Minds' upcoming album, The Fact Remains, out September 17 via 6131 Records, the band explores the concept of human apathy […]
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