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Ian Charms is the beaded jewelry line worn by Justin Bieber and Doja Cat. In this interview, founder Lisa Sahakian discusses her brand’s meteoric rise.

When I ask Edith Johnson, the formidable frontwoman of pop-punk outfit Meet Me @ The Altar, which emotion perfectly describes her past year, her answer surprises me. “Bittersweet,” she responds, still sounding and appearing bright from the other side of the screen with her blue-and-pink braids framing her face and her black lipstick ornamenting her […]

When we think about influence in an age where anyone with access to the internet and a substantial following is dubbed as an “influencer,” I raise the question of what the requirements are on the topic. Influence has the capacity to have an effect on the character, development or behavior of someone or something—or the […]

It’s no secret that Jason Aalon Butler of FEVER 333 has openly voiced his thoughts on rebellion and democracy. In an exclusive 10 Topics interview with Alternative Press, Butler reveals the product his Gentlemen In Real Life company hasn’t created yet, the music that always makes him cry and more. You can read the full […]

On April 11, Minnesota police shot and killed 20-year-old Daunte Wright during a traffic stop. According to the New York Times, Brooklyn Center Police Chief Tim Gannon stated that Kim Potter, the cop who fired her gun, had mistaken the weapon for a taser. Wright leaves behind his almost 2-year-old son Daunte Jr. and Chyna […]

On Monday, a new organization called Black Lives In Music (BLIM) officially launched in the U.K. This latest initiative aims to bring meaningful change to the music industry while supporting Black artists and professionals. Along with advocating for equality in the industry, BLIM also provides opportunities for musicians at a grassroots level. Orphy Robinson, Shabaka […]

With February marking Black History Month, it’s vital to celebrate Black-owned small businesses and the incredible gothic, occult and creepy clothes and accessories available that outfit the scene perfectly. Additionally, it’s important to always support Black artists, musicians, beauty product makers and clothing designers because Black lives matter today and every day. Though a new […]

What was supposed to be a peaceful transition of power this morning in Washington D.C. was anything but. Ahead of the Electoral College certification process, lame-duck President Donald Trump held a “Stop The Steal” rally where he fanned the flames of allegations of a fraudulent election. These Trump supporters, white supremacist groups and militia groups, […]

As 2020 prepares to close up shop, no one needs a reminder that it has been one hell of a year. Between COVID-19 and the election alone, it’s been a relentless beast. Bands not being able to tour or perform live was a devastating blow for musicians and fans alike, so when something good happens […]

Most of us know Jason Aalon Butler as the lead singer of the massively strident trio FEVER 333. But only a select few are able to see him in full-on dad mode. Every morning, the singer/entrepreneur/activist is up taking care of his two sons, aged 3 years and 6 months. One day, Butler was doing […]

This past summer, the world’s largest cities were greeted with protesters supporting Black Lives Matter, who were fed up with the systemic injustices faced by Black Americans at the hands of law enforcement. The protests began after the murder of George Floyd, and they still continue after countless other killings, shootings and acts of violence. […]

These young people took a bit of advice from My Chemical Romance’s The Black Parade hit “Teenagers” and showed off how “scary” they can be on TikTok.  Youths from around the world have been protesting their governments for a variety of reasons. Many American teens have shown up to Black Lives Matter protests in support […]

At the beginning of 2019, Slaves announced that they had parted ways with frontman Jonny Craig ahead of their European tour with Escape The Fate. Since replacing Craig with The Voice runner-up Matt McAndrew, the group have collectively worked toward strengthening their dynamic as a unified force as well as growing their personal relationships with […]

If you don’t know anything about 10-year-old music prodigy Nandi Bushell, it’s time to get hip.  Bushell has gained tons of fame online for her badass covers, some of which even get respect from the bands themselves.  Read more: Hear Billie Joe Armstrong reimagine this iconic John Lennon protest song Because she’s just such a […]

Since being founded in 1980 by Bad Religion guitarist/songwriter Brett Gurewitz, Epitaph Records has become synonymous with punk rock. Whether you’re a punk lifer or a casual fan of the Offspring’s Smash, Epitaph has had a big, loud effect on your life. Scan the spines in your vinyl collection. You’ll see their signature tombstone logo […]

When musicians started seeing the protests and tragedies happening in these past weeks following the murder of George Floyd, they answered the call to help fundraise for Black Lives Matter organizations.  Over the weekend, bands such as Every Time I Die, the Devil Wears Prada and Stick To Your Guns opened their merch store and […]

Alternative fashion store Dolls Kill is currently being boycotted due to an insensitive post from the founder appearing to support police brutality.  This isn’t the first time they’ve had claims of racism against them, though, as the company has had several instances of displaying unapologetic cultural appropriation. They’ve also been accused of being anti-sex worker […]

As protests over the killing of George Floyd make their way across the globe, Star Wars actor John Boyega was seen joining the Black Lives Matter movement in London. For the actor, he says he doesn’t care if he loses his career for doing so. Now, Get Out and Us director Jordan Peele and many others are standing in solidarity with […]