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Comedians and musicians are more similar than you may think. They both strive to make their audience think, feel and see things in new ways, love saying “fuck” a lot and travel in busses across the country, consuming a questionable amount of gas station food and Starbucks coffee. Below ...

A drummer is the heartbeat of any band, providing the rhythm and making memorable beats that we just can’t get out of our heads.  So many of our favorite bands would be nothing without their drummers to help craft their iconic sounds and give us those epic drum solos.  Read mo...

Reddit users are at it yet again, working tirelessly to figure out who the mysterious ninth member of Slipknot is.  Also dubbed as “Tortilla Man,” the percussionist made his debut when Slipknot revealed their new masks in the music video for their intense track “Unsainted” back in May.  Read more: Asking Alexand... Read More ...

Having worked in the music industry for over a decade, I’ve heard an astronomical amount of major BS from bands in my career. Not only do I often get to play the part of a grown adult’s babysitter/manager/boss sometimes, but as their primary investor, I dump tons of money into their career (with no guarantee I’ll actually receive any of it back). With money a...

Here in the year 2018, we’re all very online, and so are our favorite bands. But way back in the pre- and early internet olden times, touring groups did a lot more menial work on the road just to get by. Below, check out 10 of the tasks a traveling act once had to master. Use...

Between Music is the world's first underwater band. The Danish ensemble is known best for their concert performance Aquasonic, the musicians playing while completely submerged in tanks full of water. Read more: Saxl Rose puts a twist on Paramore in new “Fake Saxy” cover In order to perform Aquasonic, the ensemble developed a technique for aquatic singing and play custom made instruments that work

Are you ready to get your band into Taco Bell's good graces? If you're a touring musician, how does $500 in free food sound? Calling all taco-loving music artists: Spring 2018 submissions are now open for the Feed The Beat program. Read ... Read More ...

So, you have your band members, your practice space and some decent gear. You’ve written some awesome music and had a couple of local shows. Where do you go from here? Read more: 10 times your work completely misunderstood what it’s like to be in a band Make an agreement First off, make an agreement with your band members about the direction and ownership of the band and its music. You are making

Punk doesn’t pay the rent, but to keep a roof over your head and vegan snacks in your belly, most of us have to take up some kind of daytime job—whether it’s filing papers in an office or washing shot glasses behind a bar. While the extra ...

Whether they’re musicians in disguise, actors paid to pretend or even an actual band, plenty of fictional music groups have graced big and small screens. From Jesse And The Rippers to Sex Bomb-Omb, check out some of the best below. Jesse And The Rippers (Full House) Jesse Katsopolis, portrayed by John Stamos, was the cool uncle to the Tanner sisters on Full House. He f...

We love bands and we also love dogs. So, what could be better than interviews and concerts that turned the cuteness level up to 11 with the addition of puppies? The answer is nothing, and the faces on these artists prove it. Read more: This Scottish beer company is actually offering puppy parental leave If you're feeling a little sad and need a smile we suggest watching every video below and we gu

From cancer research to supporting their fans to challenging societal norms in their lyrics, there are loads of ways musicians can make a difference. Here are 11 artists who are doing everything they can to make the world a better place. Andrew McMahon In The Wilderness Andrew McMahon is legendary enough, having fronted Something Corporate, Jack’s Mannequin and Andrew McMahon In The Wilderness. Bu

If you need a refresher on what your favorite band looked like a decade ago, you're in for a real treat. Read more: QUIZ: Can you guess the year based on the band photo? We gathered up the oldest photos we could find from the past decade—give or take a year or two on some—and present to you the most epic of side-by-sides. From fashion, hair ...

Happy St. Patrick’s Day, everyone! We’re not asking you to put a mint rinse in your hair, dirty up your drinks with green food coloring or drive the snakes out of your hometown by blasting the 1975 out of your sister’s Kia. We do suggest yo ...

It takes a lot of guts to perform for the first time, and some of the musicians we asked had some pretty hilarious situations that got them onstage in the first place. From metal to musical theatre, here’s where your favorite artists got their start. Rea... Read More ...

Philadelphia might not have the sort of scene-specific legacy of Long Island or New Jersey, but the tri-state metropolis has become an epicenter for experimental emo and progressive pop punk in the last few years. But that’s not all the city has to offer: Lately, silly Philly is being viewed as a hotbed for guitar-based underground music of all kinds. If y ...

Asking Alexandria, Neck Deep, the 1975—the U.K. has produced some of the best and most beloved alternative bands of recent times. The British scene is thriving right now; from indie to metal, via pop punk, emo, grunge, hardcore and more, there’s a whole wave of fresh, exciting U.K. bands to ...

A Will Away “I got a right hook with his name on it,” from “The Masochist’s Daughter” is a prime example of how high A Will Away’s emotions can get. In a perfect pairing of bands, they’ll be out supporting Tiny Moving Parts on their December run of the U.S. Hometown: Naugatuck, CT Check Out: “ ...

With Halloween around the corner, we thought it was only right to show off some of the coolest band-inspired jack-o'-lanterns. From Pierce The Veil to Taking Back Sunday check out these wicked designs—and get inspired to create your own this weekend. Read mo... Read More ...

There was no shortage of dad hats at this year's Vans Warped Tour, and while they are definitely a summer staple, this trend is going to last well into autumn. We've rounded up 13 of the best dad hats that your favorite bands have up for sale. Check ...