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GALLERY: A look at graffiti in New York's emerging hardcore scene of the ‘70s and ‘80s

Photographer: Freddy Alva We have an exclusive look at Freddy Alva’s forthcoming book, Urban Styles: Graffiti in New York Hardcore. The book is an ode to the vibrant, emerging hardcore punk scene in New York of the late ‘70s and early ‘80s. Through a series of in-depth interviews and research, Urban Styles: Graffiti in New York Hardcore tells the […]

Corey Taylor has some "brutal" words for President Trump in his new book, 'America 51'

Stone Sour frontman Corey Taylor's upcoming book, America 51, apparently devotes a third of its pages to a critical analysis of President Donald Trump, according to a new interview with the singer over at Rolling Stone. Read more: Corey Taylor opens up about childhood sexual abuse “What I wrote is fucking brutal,” Taylor says of his literary Trump takedown. […]

This book will make your band more creative

When it comes to being a success in the music industry, Jesse Cannon has a pretty sweet track record: He’s a quadruple-threat producer, engineer, manager and podcaster who has worked with an eclectic and extensive list of bands including the Cure, Brand New, Limp Bizkit, Saves The Day and Basement. He’s also had success documenting […]

Everybody (Still) Hurts: The story behind the ‘Essential Guide To Emo Culture’ 10 years later

In mid-2000s, a cultural phenomenon took the world by storm. Fueled by heartfelt and confessional music, painted-on jeans, too much black eyeliner and swoopy bangs that had been flat ironed to Hell, the emo subculture quickly took over America’s suburbs (and beyond). As emo took over the mainstream, many people not installed in the scene […]

Tom DeLonge talks his alien philosophy and how it might be the path to humanity's successful future

Tom DeLonge has sat down for an interview with Rolling Stone, going deeper into his alien philosophy and how it may impact humanity's future. Read more: Tom DeLonge: “Blink is in my DNA” The philosophy believes that aliens have always been visiting humans, and that, as Rolling Stone puts it, “the only way for us […]

Corey Taylor's new book 'America 51' will tackle everything from race relations to man buns

Corey Taylor seems to be one of those rockstars that always enjoys staying busy. Aside from balancing his time as frontman in both Slipknot and Stone Sour, he's established a steady writing career as well. Arriving later this year, Taylor will release his latest work titled, America 51: A Probe Into The Realities That Are Hiding […]

Tom DeLonge releases science fiction novel, 'Strange Times: The Ghost in the Girl'

Tom Delonge, known for playing guitar and providing vocals for both Blink-182 and Angels & Airwaves, is releasing a new young-adult science fiction novel, Strange Times: The Ghost in the Girl. The book is the first in a planned trilogy and features the same group that was in Delonge's graphic novel, Strange Times: The Curse of Superstition […]

New Found Glory release coffee table book full of band memorabilia

Living rooms everywhere just got a little more pop punk: New Found Glory have unveiled Stories Of A Different Kind, a coffee table book full of memorabilia. A visual history of the band, the book tells New Found Glory's story through flyers, poster art and short stories. Read more: Chad Gilbert talks about keeping a band together […]

“No one was allowed to fingerbang it”—the brutal truth behind NOFX’s tell-all book

[Photo courtesy Ben Garcia] NOFX have been through a lot during their long history as a band. Like, really: a lot. Their new book, The Hepatitis Bathtub And Other Stories, details it all and does so in true, painfully honest NOFX fashion. Each chapter is straight from the mouth of one member as they go […]

Against Me!'s Laura Jane Grace to release memoir 'Tranny'

It's no secret that Laura Jane Grace is a punk rock inspiration to the transgender community and beyond. The Against Me! frontwoman will release her very own memoir Tranny: Confessions Of Punk Rock's Most Infamous Anarchist Sellout on November 15 via Hachette Books, available wherever books are sold. Pre-order the memoir here now, and check out the […]

Dee Dee Ramone book reissues arrive with the Ramones’ debut album anniversary

In addition to being a founder member, primary songwriter and bassist in the Ramones, Dee Dee Ramone was a creative force whose work knew no boundaries. Extending his hand to literature, the enigmatic Ramone transcribed the turbulent life of a punk rocker through his self-written books. Read more: Interview: Davey Havok on his new book, ‘Pop […]

To Write Love On Her Arms founder to release debut book, 'If You Feel Too Much'

To Write Love on Her Arms founder Jamie Tworkowski will release his debut book, If You Feel Too Much, on May 19, 2015 through a partnership with Tarcher/Penguin.  Watch the official To Write Love On Her Arms movie trailer “To be releasing my first book with this legendary New York publisher is a dream come true. I think the title […]

Mike Hranica (the Devil Wears Prada) talks 'Home For Grave'

The Devil Wears Prada frontman Mike Hranica reads an excerpt from and discusses his short story “Home For Grave,” which is an extension of the song by the same title on his band's latest album 8:18.  You can pick up the book now on Hranica's official website.

Andrew WK announces Party Hard Holiday tour and book deal

Andrew WK announced his Party Hard Holiday solo tour in December with a special full band performance of I Get Wet on New Year's Eve.  As a holiday treat, Andrew recently signed with Simon & Schuster and will publish his first book, The Party Bible in 2014. This book hopes to give insight on Andrew's personal manifesto and function […]

William Control's "Revelator" pre-order extended

William Control is set to release 100 additional pre-sale copies of his new book “Revelator” this Friday, September 13. With the overwhelming response of his first pre-order, selling out in five days, Control has responded to his fans’ eagerness with another set of copies of his first publication. On his website, Control mentions that this offer […]

Wil Francis pens short novel about the origins of William Control

In his latest letter to fans, William Control has announced that he has written a short novel detailing the “backstory into the nihilism and self-deprecating inner monologue of William Control.”  William Control, in addition to being the name of Wil Francis' solo project, is a fictional character, representing the darker side of himself. He notes that […]

Interview: The Devil Wears Prada vocalist Mike Hranica on his new book, One & A Half Hearts

Mike Hranica knew he wanted to be a writer long before he had any dreams about rolling around in a tour bus, performing at venues and festivals around the country. “I remember, even as a kid in elementary school, my grandparents, parents and family were so astonished by the stories I would write,” the Devil […]

The Lead: WE GOT POWER!: ’80s L.A. Hardcore explored with fanzine author Jordan Schwartz

(above: Mike Watt of Minutemen playing Earl Liberty of Circle Jerks' bass guitar. Check out a full gallery of images here.) When we last spoke with an author from Bazillion Points publishing, we got the inside scoop on the early days of metal pioneers like Metallica and Slayer. Now we catch up with WE GOT […]

Four Reasons to Love the Fueled By Ramen 15th Anniversary Book

Fueled By Ramen threw one of the year’s biggest celebrations in September in New York City. The two-night concert, which was in honor of their fifteenth birthday, featured Paramore, fun., the Swellers, Gym Class Heroes, This Providence, the Stereo, Cobra Starship and what turned out to be one of the last performances by the Academy […]
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