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10 legendary drum intros that will always be instantly recognizable
If there’s one indisputable truth in this world, it’s that alternative music has no shortage of iconic drummers. Quite literally setting the beat for the genre, these artists put the power behind some of our favorite tracks. And boy, do we love getting a taste for it right from the top with some badass drum […]
10 music videos where artists completely destroyed the set
Chaos and destruction have been a theme in punk and alternative music since the dawn of the genres. From old-school guitar smashing to intense moshing, punks love to destroy stuff to blow off some steam. The music has always been a gritty, realistic view of the world, including its darkest parts, which leads way to […]
The Mars Volta return to debut album era with "Inertiatic ESP" demo—listen
The Mars Volta are treating fans to the ultimate throwback this week. As part of their upcoming box set collection La Realidad De Los Sueños, they have released an early demo of “Inertiatic ESP.” The track originally appeared on the Mars Volta’s 2003 debut album De-Loused In The Comatorium. Prior to the LP’s release, the […]
12 artists who got their names from other alternative songs
For as long as music has existed, artists have been inspiring other artists. Right here within our own beloved scene, we’ve witnessed many examples of newer-era bands drawing inspiration from the OGs. What’s especially endearing is that not only have bands influenced each other in terms of musical style; they’ve also taken from the lyrics […]
12 new collabs your favorite musicians have made with rising artists
2021 has already started out as a strong year for music, with artists expanding their pool of collaborations more than ever. After the train wreck that was 2020, musicians seem to be experimenting more often—spanning genres with collaborations and, in some cases, helping up-and-coming artists receive some limelight by featuring them on tracks. Read more: […]
10 iconic ’90s songs that you can easily learn to play on guitar
Every guitarist knows the feeling of first picking up the instrument and being at a total loss for where to start. While everyone just wants to jam out to their favorite hits, there’s often a learning curve involved. That said, there are plenty of beginner-level songs that you can learn how to play with just […]
10 alternative songs from 2001 that you still know every word to
It’s hard to believe that we’ve now spent more time beyond the 2000s than within them. What’s worse? That means we’re now coming up on 20 years spent with some of our favorite alternative hits. This year, it’s all the 2001 songs that are celebrating the milestone birthday. Even two decades out, though, many of […]
10 iconic riffs that you’ll always recognize immediately
There are a number of factors that might make a song immediately recognizable—a whisper, a cough, a G note… But nothing gets our little black hearts racing quite as rapidly as a guitar riff we know like the backs of our hands. You don’t even have to be a guitarist to get the sentiment. As […]
10 of the most ridiculous alternative music videos the scene has to offer
If there’s anything the alternative music community knows how to do, it’s goofing off. Seriously, just try to name a realm of genres better aligned with Razor scooters, stage pranks and off-the-wall music videos. While every day might as well be National Goof Off Day in our zany counterculture, March 22 gives us an opportunity to reflect […]
10 track-to-track transitions that pulled the entire album together
No lie, there’s no greater experience than listening to an album that flows perfectly all the way through. But when the songs transition so seamlessly you barely even notice the track change… Well, that’s just unparalleled bliss. Admittedly, we now live in an age of instant gratification in which we’re conditioned to shuffle and skip […]
Bamboozle Festival is planning to return in 2023 for its 20th anniversary
From 2003 to 2012, Bamboozle took over New Jersey for its annual multi-day festival. The event, which evolved out of the Skate And Surf, led to some iconic live sets from artists such as My Chemical Romance, Thrice, Paramore, Foo Fighters and Jimmy Eat World among many others. Now, the festival is making its long-awaited […]
10 new alternative artists already backed by your favorite musicians
Sometimes, it’s the musicians we are already obsessed with who introduce us to some of our favorite new bands in unexpected ways. Whether it’s through collaborations or social media shoutouts, musicians are often the people who recommend music to us the most, which makes sense because it’s their job to be in tune with emerging […]
10 scene album covers you won’t believe were designed by the same artist
The scene era taught us just how important album covers are. Seriously, we can’t even start to fathom the collective hours we spent uploading art for records we’d pulled from totally legal sources. Did you know, though, that many of the most iconic cover designs of the era came from the same creative mind? Kyle Crawford […]
Tom DeLonge teases new Box Car Racer-inspired Angels & Airwaves song
Angels & Airwaves are gearing up to release the first single off of their forthcoming album. According to Tom DeLonge, the new track sounds similar to the music he used to make with Box Car Racer. Although it may not be the exact reunion Box Car Racer fans are anticipating, Angels & Airwaves have teamed up […]
Trent Reznor and Chadwick Boseman earn 2021 Oscar nominations
For all of the movie buffs out there, the time has finally arrived. On Monday, the Oscars unveiled the nominations for its 2021 awards show. Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra had the honor of announcing this year’s Academy Award nominees during a virtual ceremony. Netflix‘s Mank leads the pack this year with a staggering 10 […]
10 artists you probably didn't realize Travis Barker collaborated with
If the past year has proved anything, it’s that Travis Barker is the king of collaborations. From providing instrumentation and production for Machine Gun Kelly‘s Tickets To My Downfall to featuring under FEVER 333, Atreyu, Tyler Posey and phem, the blink-182 drummer has been keeping busy. But that’s hardly a change of pace. Barker has been extending his talents far and […]
10 collabs from the 2000s that were so good, we wish they'd happen again
Is there anything more exciting than a good song collaboration? Given all the hype generated by guest appearances such as Travis Barker and phem on Tyler Posey‘s debut solo single, we can’t imagine so. While 2020 was undoubtedly a year for collaborations, that’s not to say such joint efforts went unappreciated in the past. In fact, […]
10 pop-punk bands from Canada who are leaving a mark on the genre
There’s no denying that pop punk owes much of what it has to Canada. With greats such as Avril Lavigne and Sum 41, the country has shaped the larger scene pretty significantly. We’ll let you in on a little secret, though… It’s still continuing to do so. In the midst of today’s pop-punk revival, scenes […]
10 artists whose certified most popular releases may surprise you
A few months ago, we presented you with artists’ most and least streamed Spotify tracks that we thought might surprise you. Now we’re back to blow your minds again with some surprising top releases as indicated by gold and platinum certifications. Read more: Hollow Front release new animated video for collab with FFAK’s Ryan Kirby In case you […]
Tyler Posey drops debut solo single "Shut Up" with Travis Barker and phem
Tyler Posey is officially stepping into a spotlight all his own with his debut solo single “Shut Up.” To help bring the new pop-punk single to life, Posey teamed up with Travis Barker and phem. As well, “Shut Up” was co-written and produced by legendary producer John Feldmann. Read more: Your Chipotle order just inspired […]
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