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Mayday Parade offer exclusive behind-the-scenes look at "Bad At Love"
Mayday Parade are navigating love and heartbreak in their latest single, “Bad At Love,” via Rise Records. Alongside the new song and accompanying video, the band shared exclusive behind-the-scenes photos with Alternative Press. Read more: Afterlife release “Miles Away” ahead of forthcoming ‘Part Of Me’—watch The visual mirrors the same heartbroken sentimentality as the song, […]
Aly & AJ's first album in 14 years will be the soundtrack of your summer
It has been 14 years since Aly & AJ released an album, but they are back and ready to soundtrack your summer. Thanks to their music as well as various acting gigs, Aly & AJ secured their place as pop culture staples in the 2000s. Their last album Insomniatic included the iconic “Potential Breakup Song,” […]
18 emerging pop-punk artists backed by Pinkshift’s Ashrita Kumar
Back in February, Alternative Press hailed Pinkshift as one of 100 Artists You Need To Know. Now, vocalist Ashrita Kumar is expanding that list with 18 of her favorite emerging pop-punk-adjacent bands. It might not surprise you to learn that the Baltimore-based outfit’s influences are just as eclectic as their sound. In fact, Kumar is quick to note […]
15 iconic music video locations you can visit in real life
Ever wonder where your favorite artist filmed that one music video? While the answer is probably some private set in Los Angeles, a handful of music videos were actually filmed in public locations. With the weather warming and in-person concerts still on hold, why not support your favorite artists by visiting the sets of their […]
Hear Silverstein transform “California” into the ultimate acoustic ballad
Silverstein are revisiting some of their most iconic songs for a special new release. On Nov. 20, they are putting out REDUX II, an album of 12 reimagined songs from throughout their career. Now, Silverstein are giving fans another taste of the upcoming album with an emotional acoustic rendition of “California.” Read more: See why […]
These are the 20 most underrated blink-182 songs
Tell someone you’re a blink-182 fan and they’ll no doubt say they like them too. Juggernaut singles such as “All The Small Things” and “I Miss You” made blink a household name, but with nine albums and an array of EPs and singles under their belts, they have so much more to offer. We all […]
Hear Travis Mills-fronted girlfriends’ pop-punk anthem “Eyes Wide Shut"
Earlier this month, Travis Mills made his return to music with the new pop-punk band girlfriends and their debut single “California.” Now, girlfriends are back with their highly-awaited follow up single “Eyes Wide Shut.” Read more: Halloween is starting early this year with Shudder’s new horror lineup Mills, also known by the stage name T.Mills, forged […]
Mark Hoppus ranked his favorite blink-182 albums but forgot this classic
Over the weekend, Mark Hoppus went live on Instagram to answer some fan questions about blink-182‘s upcoming EP that is set to be released later this summer. As well, Hoppus took the time to rank his favorite blink-182 albums in order. However, he left one classic LP out of his rankings. Read more: Annabelle has […]
See Travis Mills return to music with his new pop-punk band girlfriends
After four years, Travis Mills is making his return to music with his new pop-punk band girlfriends. Alongside Nick Gross, the duo has released their debut single “California” along with an entertaining new video. Read more: The actress in All Time Low’s “Dear Maria, Count Me In” still has this prop Mills, also known by […]
Here’s 10 clever lyrics that could rival those dad jokes you’ve heard
Lots of bands can effectively write an extremely clever lyric, but it takes a certain bold and confident self-awareness to truly pull off loud and proud dad jokes in a song. Not that many artists can get away with a melodic vocal in such a light manner (or the opposite, depending upon which unappreciative fan […]
20 songs we need to see Tom DeLonge perform with blink-182 again
Most people would take any concert over sitting at home at this point, but blink-182 aren’t making the wait any easier. With rumors of an eventual reunion with Tom DeLonge swirling around at the most frustrating possible time, imaginations and shaky live footage are the only things fans have to remember the pre-distancing era. For now, […]
Here are blink-182’s music videos ranked in order of greatness
The blink-182 story isn’t about the accomplishments and accolades. Yes, the trio probably like playing in front of sold-out stadiums. We’re sure cashing checks with that many zeroes is fun. But to know blink-182, you have to watch their music videos. Few bands boast a collection that tickles the teenage funny bone with scat humor, […]
Denny’s says manager “unaware a concert was planned” after mosh fiasco
Denny’s just released an official statement about the WACKO show that took place Dec. 15. The metal band performed quite a heavy set that night, opening up space for a mosh pit. The damages exceeded over a thousand dollars that the promoter is expected to pay. Read More: ‘A Quiet Place Part II’ first suspenseful teaser […]
blink-182 album will be out “early summer,” according to Mark Hoppus
Mark Hoppus just updated fans on the upcoming blink-182 album and when fans might be able to expect it. Hoppus said to ABC Radio that the band is trying out something new with their song structures when writing the follow up to 2016’s California. Read more: Linkin Park discussing “making new music together,” Joe Hahn […]
Sending a text could cost California residents more following proposed tax
Imagine having to pay a fee to send text messages from your phone, in addition to your regular phone bill. That’s the tax that California’s Public Utilities Commission is currently considering. At the moment, California residents are only taxed for voice calls made with their mobile phone and landlines. The fees from these calls go […]
Metallica's charity makes generous donation for California wildfire relief
Metallica’s charity foundation, All Within My Hands, has made a generous donation following the devastating results of the raging California wildfires. The foundation has donated $100,000 to aid relief. Read more: Papa Roach detail new album, drop song “Not The Only One” According to Consequence of Sound, All Within My Hands donated to two relief outlets: […]
‘Westworld’ filming location burns down in Woolsey fire
The Woolsey fire has engulfed one of Westworld’s iconic filming locations, Paramount Ranch. Used for the show’s main street scenes, the ranch was one of many Westworld filming locations. Read more: Marvel combines Tupac and ‘Black Panther’ for special clothing collection On Friday, the historic Western town fell victim to the Woolsey fire. Officials say that they […]
California bans sale of animal-tested cosmetics
On Friday, Sept 28 California became the first state to ban the sale of animal-tested cosmetics—and we are HERE for it! Read more: Lindsay Lohan punched in face trying to kidnap homeless kids According to The Hill, Governor Jerry Brown signed a bill banning manufacturers from trying to “import for profit, sell, or offer for […]
Blink-182 drop ska version of one of their songs to commemorate ‘Blink-182 Day’
Blink-182 celebrated their own self-proclaimed holiday with a ska version of “Can’t Get You More Pregnant.” Read more: 10 songs that will get you HYPED for WARPED TOUR The band dubbed July 1 “Blink-182 Day” as it is the 182nd day on the calendar. There is also more worth honoring on the day because it’s […]
Weed may be legal in California, but Coachella still isn't allowing it
California's Coachella may fall on 4/20, but that doesn't mean that the music festival is allowing weed into the venue this year. Though now legal in the state, marijuana and marijuana products are still being banned by Coachella. Read more: Coachella’s 2018 lineup is here—see who’s playing “Sorry bro,” says the FAQ page on Coachella's website. […]
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