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Inside Balance and Composure’s long-awaited comeback shows
Frontman Jon Simmons tells us about what prompted their return.
AP&R: How Unturned created an album that pays homage to pop punk's VFW hall days
Unturned are breathing new life into pop punk. The band break down their forthcoming debut album, one that’s been nearly 10 years in the making.
10 best emo albums of 2011, from Taking Back Sunday to Sleeping With Sirens
To properly dissect the best emo albums from 2011, one must not be afraid to use the term “emo” broadly, as this style of music can take shape across multiple genres. In 2011, emo was arguably at its lowest point commercially, as the mid-to-late 2000s boom had slowly faded away at the turn of the […]
Interview: Heavenward release "Wish" ahead of 'Staircase Music'—listen
Heavenward have released their new single “Wish.” The latest track comes from their highly anticipated debut EP Staircase Music, which drops on February 18th via Fever Ltd. Read more: Could there be a new ‘Guitar Hero’ game on the way? Heavenward is a new project fronted by singer-songwriter Kamtin Mohager. Mohager has spent the last […]
The best emo songs of the decade that defined the 2010s
One of the greatest feats of the emo genre is its ability to cross barriers, genres and fandoms to unite us all under the common denominator of music. Whether there’s a tinge of rap or a twist of pop-punk, the branches of emo music all extend from the same familiar source. While the early 2000s […]
Balance And Composure announce farewell shows
Confirming over a year’s worth of speculation regarding the fate of their band, Pennsylvania based rockers Balance And Composure today announce six final shows to celebrate the end of their 12-year career. See the sendoff dates below. The emo and shoegaze-indebted act—who released three studio albums together, including 2016’s electro-tinged Light We Made—share a somber […]
Did Balance And Composure split up?
Have Balance And Composure announced that they're breaking up? It sure sounds like it. In a new interview, vocalist and guitarist Jon Simmons said that they just had their “last tour.” “Well, our last full U.S.,” Simmons explains. Read more: Balance And Composure drop new track, “Run From Me,” from impending Record Store Day release—listen Simmons says […]
These 15 ornaments will make your Christmas tree rock
[Photo by: Balance And Composure] With Christmas right around the corner, it's time to start decorating your tree—if you haven't already by now. Garland, candy canes and lights are all well and good, but why not include your favorite bands in the holiday festivities? We've rounded up 15 awesome band-inspired ornaments you need this Christmas. […]
Circa Survive and Thrice announce co-headlining fall tour with Chon and Balance And Composure
Get excited: Circa Survive and Thrice have announced a co-headlining tour with support from Chon and Balance And Composure, and we’re already looking forward to this. Check out the full list of cities and dates below! Read more: Circa Survive announce new album, debut new song “Lustration”—listen The fall tour is set to kick off […]
“This shit touches souls”—Producer Will Yip talks new label
[Photo by: Alex Mixter] Will Yip has been working as a recording engineer, mixer and mastering engineer for more than a decade, but you’d never guess his veteran status by talking to him. The Philadelphia-based producer speaks with an infectious and boundless enthusiasm, his diction littered with emphasizing expletives and the youthful veneer of someone […]
Balance And Composure drop new track, "Run From Me," from impending Record Store Day release—listen
After an impressive 2016 with the release of their anticipated record Light We Made, Balance And Composure have returned with a new limited seven-inch, Slow Heart, for this year’s Record Store Day. AP is proud to bring you a first listen of the first song from the single “Run From Me.” Atreyue Ryken recently caught […]
Balance And Composure are transparent in their mission to broaden sound with ‘Light We Made’
Balance And Composure Light We Made Three years after 2013’s The Things We Think We’re Missing, Balance And Composure have returned with an unbridled yet mature record that sets out to explore new boundaries of self-expression. For their major-label debut on Vagrant Records/BMG, Light We Made offers a sense of direction for a band that […]
Balance And Composure open up about 2013's severe van crash for the first time
Back in October of 2013, Balance And Composure were involved in a van crash, according to a short post on their Facebook. Nearly three years later and the band have finally opened up about the severity of the crash and how it changed their lives in a new interview with EW. Read more: 15 pop-punk/emo bands […]
15 pop-punk/emo bands to keep an eye on
Grayscale Signed to Anchor Eighty Four Records, Grayscale have some serious Jimmy Eat World and Brand New vibes. Check out “Palette” and be prepare for it to get stuck in your head immediately. Headquarters: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Check out: “Palette” Tiny Moving Parts TMP’s Facebook “about me” says it all: “Short Description: Family band from […]
Circa Survive announce headlining tour with Balance And Composure, CHON
Circa Survive have announced that they will embark on a headlining tour alongside Balance And Composure and CHON this spring. A full list of dates and locations can be found below. Be sure to leave us a comment with your thoughts! Watch Circa Survive’s pulsating new video for “Child Of The Desert” The band's most […]
13 bands who have stalked the 'Breaking Bad' house
Bands can be tourists too, as proven by the photos they take during their travels. By now, we've all seen the cuddly koala bears and kangaroos in Australia, the gigantic Dinny the Dinosaur from Pee Wee's Big Adventure, the restaurant from Seinfeld, and the houses from the Goonies and Full House. Wait, add another house […]
Balance And Composure announce first tour dates of 2015
Balance And Composure have revealed what will be their first tour dates of 2015, where they will be joined by Ovlov. The six date run will begin on January 13 in Syracuse, NY and will end on January 18 in Pawtucket, RI. You can check out all where the band will be ringing in the impending year below. Balance And […]
Balance And Composure announce U.S. headlining tour with Seahaven, The American Scene, Creepoid
Balance And Composure have announced that they will be heading out on a U.S. headlining tour near the end of this summer and into the fall. Support will come from Seahaven, The American Scene, and Creepoid. Tickets go on sale tomorrow, June 13. You can check out a full list of dates and locations below. Balance […]
La Dispute, Balance And Composure sing Linkin Park “In The End” karaoke
It looks like La Dispute and Blance And Composure are having fun on their Australian tour. Below, you can watch video of La Dispute, along with B&C frontman Jon Simmons, singing a karaoke version of Linkin Park’s ultimate hit, “In The End.” Check it out below, and let us know what you think. If you […]
Balance And Composure announce UK/Europe headlining tour
Balance And Composure have announced that they will be heading to the UK and Europe this fall for a headlining tour. The band will be out in support of their latest full-length album, 2013's The Things We Think We're Missing, which is available for purchase now along with tickets to the full list of shows below. Seahaven, Milk Teeth (UK […]
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