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10 unexpected collaborations that effortlessly blend genres

Collaboration among artists can make good songs turn into great ones. Surely, the alternative scene has witnessed this, whether it’s Alex Gaskarth and Mark Hoppus joining forces to create Simple Creatures or even My Chemical Romance and the Used coming together to work on “Under Pressure.” These collabs, of course, were no surprise, as the […]

Hayley Kiyoko learns to rely on herself in vintage-themed “Found My Friends”

There’s a reason mega alt-pop artist Hayley Kiyoko is known as “Lesbian Jesus” to adoring fans who celebrate her celebration and openness about the LGBTQIA+ community in her songs. Now, she’s back with a brand-new track. Long-time listeners have been patiently waiting for new music, and can finally add new single “Found My Friends” to […]

AJR knew exactly what they needed to say on 'OK ORCHESTRA'

For most of us, being locked down with our siblings for the entirety of 2020 seems like a nightmare. For brothers Jack, Adam and Ryan Met, however, it was nothing new. The trio, better known as indie-pop band AJR, already wrote, produced and recorded their first three albums in their living room, so for their […]

10 musicians who used weird samples in their songs without you knowing it

Sometimes, the best music doesn’t come purely from guitars, basses, drums and so forth. There are instances where the coolest sounds that make or break a track come from everyday objects, voices of strangers and more.  Recording technology has come a long way from the old days, where if you wanted a weird sound, you […]

See Fall Out Boy perform this hit at Joe Biden's pre-inauguration concert

On Sunday, numerous artists came together for the We The People concert ahead of Joe Biden‘s inauguration on Wednesday, Jan. 20. Among the performers were Fall Out Boy and AJR who played some big hits for the special pre-inauguration event. Read more: Iced Earth’s Jon Schaffer has been arrested for Capitol riots involvement Last week, […]

Here's why Fall Out Boy’s set for Biden's inauguration is a full circle moment

In less than a week, Joe Biden is being sworn in as the 46th President Of The United States. For the historic inauguration, a lot of celebratory events are set to happen including the We The People concert. The Jan. 17 virtual event includes a slew of familiar faces including AJR, James Taylor, Will.i.am and […]

Watch AJR honor Adam Schlesinger with a new Fountains Of Wayne cover

Back in April, Fountains Of Wayne‘s Adam Schlesinger tragically passed away due to COVID-19 complications. Since then, tributes to Schlesinger have continued pouring out. Now, AJR are paying tribute to the late musician, songwriter and creator in a new Fountains Of Wayne cover. On June 17, AJR shared a cover of “Hackensack,” taken from Fountains […]

Lollapalooza unveils BMTH, twenty one pilots, more for 2019 lineup

The Lollapalooza 2019 lineup is here, and it’ll feature performances from twenty one pilots, Ariana Grande, Childish Gambino, Kacey Musgraves, the Chainsmokers and more! You’ll also see Death Cab For Cutie, Bring Me The Horizon, Said The Sky, and Nothing, Nowhere hit the stage. Read more: Woodstock unveils massive lineup for 50th anniversary event The four […]