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10 stories you didn't know about AWOLNATION's 'Megalithic Symphony'
Few modern albums have made as vast of an effect as AWOLNATION’s 14-track Megalithic Symphony, whose songs still live on with no end in sight on social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram. Powerhouse rock tracks “Sail” and “Not Your Fault” defined the decade with their synth-laden instrumentals, gritty vocals and undeniably blunt, raw […]
Record Store Day 2021 drops include iDKHOW, FFTL, K.Flay and more
Record Store Day 2021 is quickly approaching, and the annual event has finally released its list of exclusive and limited vinyl. I DONT KNOW HOW BUT THEY FOUND ME, From First To Last, K.Flay, twenty one pilots and Linkin Park are among the lengthy list of RSD selections that includes more than 400 releases for […]
10 drum performances that prove Josh Dun can really play anything
Josh Dun, one-half of twenty one pilots, has done impressive drum covers onstage and offstage with Tyler Joseph, other artists and on his own. He’s also filled in on drums for fellow scene vocalists with ease. Undoubtedly, he can play anything with anyone. It’s safe to say that he can tackle everything from a kid’s […]
QUIZ: Can you match the hip-hop song to the rock track it samples?
Lil Peep stood out with relatable lyrics, often blending hip-hop flow with samples of his favorite emo and pop-punk artists. November marks the release of his 2018 posthumous album, Come Over When You’re Sober, Pt. 2, featuring single “Falling Down.” In celebration of Peep and his brilliant creative force, we want to pay homage by […]
The final Record Store Day drop may very well be the best one yet
It looks like Record Store Day 2020 turned out to be a success for both stores and fans this year. While farming exclusive releases over a series of months initially drew criticism, the gambit did pay off for retailers hit hard by coronavirus lockdowns and collectors who wanted something amazing to color their ample free […]
AP&R playlist: Midwestern pop punk, international techno and raw pop
You’re welcome: We’ve made finding new songs by rising bands easy. Each week, we’re gathering the best from the underground and offering it to you in one concise list. Scroll below and check out our Spotify Discover playlist, featuring these tracks and more! In return, we want to hear your favorite. Let us know which […]
Andrew McMahon In The Wilderness to join AWOLNATION on summer tour
Andrew McMahon In The Wilderness and AWOLNATION are teaming up for the Lightning Riders tour next summer. The run kicks off in late May in Asbury Park, New Jersey and wraps up in Troutdale, Oregon in June. The Beaches and Bleeker will join the bands for the entire tour. Read more: Angels & Airwaves add […]
twenty one pilots add another show to the Bandito tour
twenty one pilots are currently in the midst of their long-awaited Bandito tour in support of their latest album Trench. Clearly expected to be a night to remember, the band just announced another show has been added to the tour. Read more: 9-year-old writes paper on love of twenty one pilots, is all of us […]
Meet the artist opening for twenty one pilots’ Bandito tour
twenty one pilots fans rejoiced when the band announced their North American Bandito tour in July. Last month, the duo revealed the highly anticipated tour will include opening slots by synth sensation Awolnation and rising pop artist Max Frost. Frost is a 26-year-old Texas-bred multi-instrumentalist who admits he doesn’t come from a musical family. Read […]
Fitness (ex-Awolnation, Eve 6) feel the same pressure as us to be cool in new song “Feel The Weight”
Have you just never been sure about what the hell was going on with people nowadays? Up and coming electro pop rock duo FITNESS (ex-AWOLNATION, Eve 6) are wondering the same thing in their music, and in their newest release “Feel The Weight.” In the artistic music video full of dynamic lighting and calculated choreography, […]
11 things you forgot happened in 2011
Oh, 2011. The year when internet memes ruled the internet and the hiatus was surprisingly common. Though it may only be five years ago, we excavated some of the most interesting moments from the year to see how much you actually remember from 2011. Which moments do you remember best? 1. Twenty One Pilots played […]
AWOLNATION announce headlining tour
After just supporting Fall Out Boy on the massive Wintour, AWOLNATION have announced a summer headlining tour in North America. AP presale starts on Wednesday, March 30 at 10:00 a.m. and runs through Thursday, March 31 at 10:00 p.m. local time. Use the password ALTPRESS for presale here. General sale starts this Friday, April 1. Check out the dates below! […]
8 reasons Fall Out Boy dominated 2015
Fans rejoice! We have survived the hiatus, and now it’s time for us to thrive during the takeover. One year ago today, Fall Out Boy released American Beauty/American Psycho and to honor the album’s anniversary, we are revisiting some of their most notable and completely awesome highlights of 2015. American Beauty/American Psycho released Fall Out […]
Fall Out Boy announce headlining tour with PVRIS, Awolnation
Fall Out Boy have announced that they will embark on a 20-plus-date headlining tour this winter. Joining them will be both PVRIS and Awolnation. General tickets for select cities will be available beginning October 16 at 10 a.m. local time. A full list of dates and locations can be found below. QUIZ: Which Pete Wentz era […]
AWOLNATION share new "I Am" music video
AWOLNATION have unveiled a new music video for their song, “I Am.” This follows the clip for their No. 1 single, “Hollow Moon (Bad Wolf),” which debuted earlier this year. Watch below and be sure to leave us a comment with your thoughts. AWOLNATION are currently on a sold-out North American tour. Read more: AWOLNATION’s Aaron Bruno talks […]
AWOLNATION’s Aaron Bruno talks that crucial sophomore album
Topping the runaway success of 2011’s Megalithic Symphony was a task AWOLNATION creator Aaron Bruno did not take lightly upon entering the studio to create his second album. Written, performed and produced entirely by Bruno, RUN is the result of the California songwriter’s years of very private work that he’s excited to finally share with […]
Aftershock Festival: Rob Zombie, Weezer, Rise Against, Memphis May Fire, Escape The Fate, more
Photographer: Benjamin Wallen AP photographer Benjamin Wallen brings you exclusive Aftershock Festival live shots and portraits from Rob Zombie, Weezer, Rise Against, Escape The Fate, Memphis May Fire, the Offspring, Atreyu, Sleepwave, Limp Bizkit and more.
Chill On The Hill photos of A Day To Remember, Taking Back Sunday, Rise Against, more
Photographer: Matt LaVere This past weekend (September 6-7), radio station 89X hosted the second annual Chill On The Hill Festival in Detroit. If you couldn't make it, no worries! AP Photo-Op photographer Matt LaVere has you covered with shots of some of the day's highlights, including A Day To Remember, Taking Back Sunday, Rise Against, Silverstein, […]
Photo RecAP: Riot Fest Denver 2013
Photographer: Svetlana Joukova Riot Fest Denver 2013 captured by photographer Svetlana Joukova.
AWOLNATION release video for "THISKIDSNOTALRIGHT"
AWOLNATION has released the video for “THISKIDSNOTALRIGHT,” featured on the Injustice: Gods Among Us video game soundtrack. The song is available on iTunes along with their debut album, Megalithic Symphony. Watch the video for THISKIDSNOTALRIGHT on the bands YouTube channel or check it out below.
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