alt pop

Kat Cunning revisits dance roots in video for “Confident”–watch

Alt-pop singer and actor Kat Cunning released “Confident” as their first song of 2021 along with a new video for the track. “Confident” is the first music from Cunning since the acoustic version of “King Of Shadow” in December. The new dark and moody video sees them dancing in a smoky room with an entourage. […]

10 musicians who absolutely nailed switching genres as solo artists

Branding is one hell of an important factor to achieving success and maintaining a fanbase in music. So, it’s no surprise that many musicians use their solo projects as an avenue for genre experimentation. We’ve seen it countless times to varying extents. Some artists may just incorporate new, genre-defying dynamics to their foundational sounds, whereas others […]

Ashnikko may not know her genre, but Paramore will always be a go-to

There are plenty of adjectives that Ashnikko admittedly avoids when describing her music. It’s not quiet. It’s not soft. And it’s never really been sweet, but she’s working on the vulnerability stuff.  On a personal level, too, it’s almost easier to understand 24-year-old Ashton Nicole Casey by examining how she doesn’t describe herself. She’s not […]

The 50 best albums of 2020 in alternative, pop punk, metal and beyond

If we could identify one incandescent moment to come out of the coronavirus pandemic, it would have to be having large stretches of time to listen to albums. Yes, in 2020, most of us binged on Netflix and chilled the best we could. But streaming services made access to music downright infinite. We could finally […]

Did Oliver Tree actually do that, or is it make-believe?

Every time we check in on one of our favorite viral juggernauts, Oliver Tree, it’s a new adventure. No creative mind in the world can claim anything close to Tree’s level of preposterous, but that’s why we love him. We did our best to think up kooky situations that could seem day-to-day for the bowl cut […]

The Ivory host their own neon disco in new video for “Eat Your Heart Out”

Emerging from the realm of echoing synth and tavern-window neon are the Ivory. The Alesana bandmates are now putting their own twinkly twist on ’80s revivalism for modern music buffs. The duo are turning back time with AP to drop their throwback-style track and video for “Eat Your Heart Out.” Reeling back from their post-hardcore beginnings, vocalist […]

Billie Eilish doesn't watch horror films anymore: “Real life is way too scary”

Billie Eilish is truly an illustration of a 21st century superstar. The 17-year-old is one of the hottest names in music right now, but it hasn’t been all smooth sailing during her journey of media domination. The bright lights have impacted numerous mainstream stars, but still being in your formative years amplifies the problems that come […]

Danny Blu is waging war on stigmas and bringing you along for the ride

Musicians have the unique opportunity to make statements with their work, hopefully in a quest to make the world a better place. This is no different for promising pop-goth artist Danny Blu, who’s taking every opportunity to flaunt his message for everyone to see, whether they want to or not.  In Blu’s latest video for […]

Goody Grace shows us his roots in new “Wasting Time” video—watch

In a time dominated by genre-smearing artists looking to make the next wild and weird hit, artists can get lost in the obsession to be the most unique. Goody Grace is an artist who actually sticks out of the crowd, because he isn’t trying to.  Brandishing enough black and studded leather to play Jerry Only […]

Halsey teases studio time with Bring Me The Horizon, fans speculate collab

The Halsey collab rumors continue, but this one has been long awaited. It looks like the singer is working with Bring Me The Horizon. Fresh off whispers of being in the studio with twenty one pilots, the alt-pop star shared a clip featuring some familiar voices in the background. Read more: ‘Stranger Things’ Nike collab hides show references […]

Bishop Briggs takes her heart back in new "Champion" video

Bishop Briggs has never been shy about her badass side, and that rings especially true in her latest music video for “Champion.” Briggs isn’t your regular scorned bride in the video. She takes matters into her own hands against the one who wronged her, and a few others along the way. Read more: twenty one pilots […]

Joseph Luca takes aim at addiction in new video—watch

Artists can sometimes let catchiness overcome their desire to make a difference with music, but Joseph Luca’s new single, “Relapse,” isn’t pulling any punches. The blossoming alt-pop newcomer is teaming up with AP to share his latest track and music video.  As a genre, pop is notorious for surface-level subject matter paired with a catchy […]

John Floreani couldn’t fake it if he tried, but he wouldn’t want to

Amid the loud, upbeat culture of pop punk, it can be easy to forget that sometimes life isn’t all pizza and power chords. For John Floreani, his life experiences are sometimes better epitomized by lo-fi beats and acoustic strums.  That’s not to say Floreani’s new album, sin, is free of the energy that his band […]

Travis Barker drums up rework of “Friends Go” with Maggie Lindemann

We’re still not sure if Travis Barker ever sleeps. For his latest endeavor, he took blossoming songstress Maggie Lindemann under his wing for a collab on her ska-inspired hit, “Friends Go.” Doubling down on her own brand of multigenre alt-pop, Lindemann has been skyrocketing since her breakthrough hit “Pretty Girl,” catching the attention of another […]

The Regrettes announce sophomore album with colorful new single

To mark the announcement of their new album, the Regrettes shared a fresh single, “I Dare You.” Packaged with a colorful new music video, the band sets their sights on the release of their sophomore record titled How Do You Love? Read more: Marilyn Manson officially announces band’s new drummer The band announced the arrival of the new […]

K.Flay opens up on wanting to be a “real sister” in heartwarming new song

K.Flay sings about a special kind of love in her latest track, not about a significant other, but a family member instead. Directing the lyrics of “Sister” at a possible sibling or friend, the rising alt-pop star conveys an unconditional level of love that only a brother or sister can know over upbeat, summery instrumentals. Read […]

Poppy puts on “Scary Mask” with FEVER 333 in new video

At long last, Poppy‘s highly anticipated and extensively teased collab with FEVER 333 has arrived. “Scary Mask” mixes two very different genres together in a chilling, yet high-energy pop-rock track. Read more: Apple unveils first new iPod since 2015, and the nostalgia is real Jumping between a slow, melancholy beat and a roots metal sound, the track acts as […]

12 upcoming pop artists to feed your inner angst

Some people hear the word “pop” and have visions of Katy Perry dancing with Left Shark at the Super Bowl or Justin Timberlake trying to bring sexy back. Pop isn’t always sunshiny melodies and catchy choruses, however, as many artists have turned the genre on its head to offer a different perspective. Head below for […]
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