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10 music industry pros fueling the pop-punk revival behind the scenes
Important people in music aren’t just behind the microphone, drums or keyboard. They’re also slaving away on Pro Tools, tweaking audio and making the band sound better. The late Jerry Finn produced Sum 41, blink-182, MxPx and dozens of others in the early 2000s. Tom Lord-Alge mixed scene-defining tracks. Popular musicians often join in, using […]
Tatiana Hazel reflects on mental health in “It’s All Right”—listen
Tatiana Hazel reflects on the pandemic’s impact on her mental health in her newest track “It’s All Right.” Electric guitar riffs meld with Hazel’s silky smooth vocals to grant listeners an intimate look into her mind. The mellow indie-pop beat adds a sense of calmness that reminds listeners everything is fine and time will keep […]
10 ‘American Horror Story’ quotes that would also work as emo song titles
After over a year spent speculating what it may bring for us, we’re finally getting news on the 10th installment of American Horror Story. As confirmed by Ryan Murphy, the next season is titled Double Feature and will follow two storylines, “One by the sea, one by the sand…” If the Instagram announcement gave you some weird “You Be […]
10 rising UK-based pop-punk bands you need to hear
You don’t have to look far to see U.K. bands making waves in the pop-punk scene. Groups such as Boston Manor, Trash Boat and As It Is have all made significant contributions to the latest revival era. But what’s going on in the underground? Quite a lot, as it turns out. And the beauty of […]
Twin Peaks offer reward to recover gear stolen in Chicago area
Chicago-based rockers Twin Peaks are dealing with quite a bit of misfortune today. Unfortunately, the band had a ton of gear stole from their trailer in their hometown Monday morning. According to WGN the gear was taken from the trailer near the 1000 block of North Kedzie in Humboldt Park. Read More: Pokémon Adidas collab gets retro with […]
Riot Fest celebrates 15 years with TBS, Neck Deep, Slayer, blink-182, more
Another Riot Fest has come and gone, but this year’s marked an extra special milestone as the event threw its 15th punk-rock festivities. It went big this year, even past its lineup including schedule-wrapped beer cans and the return of Punk Rock & Paintbrushes. The latter hosted artwork from Tim Armstrong (Rancid), Tim McIlrath (Rise […]
Sleep On It return with explosive pop-punk album ‘Pride & Disaster’—listen
Sleep On It solidified their space among rising pop-punk acts to watch with their 2017 debut, Overexposed, and now they’re delivering an explosive follow-up in Pride & Disaster. Between touring and recording, the band dropped a nonalbum single in “Disconnected” in late 2018. A few months into 2019, the band revealed they were working with […]
Sleeping With Sirens aren’t the band you remember: They’re better
In a climate where many bands can’t make three full-length albums, Sleeping With Sirens have kept it together for 10 years. They’ve been able to evolve musically and personally, remaining relevant in their ability to craft killer pop hooks and fist-clenching riffage. With a brand-new album, How It Feels To Be Lost, on an appropriate […]
Lollapalooza attendee dies after being transported in critical condition
A 24-year-old Lollapalooza attendee has died after being transported from the event in critical condition Saturday night. The unidentified male was rushed to a local hospital from the Perry’s stage, but later passed away due to a “medical emergency.” Read more: Panic! At The Disco track “I Write Sins” originally had a different title The Chicago […]
Riot Fest announces 15th anniversary lineup for 2019
The wait is finally over, Riot Fest fans. The first wave of the 15th anniversary lineup for 2019 is officially here. Yesterday, the festival reminded fans that the lineup was on its way in true Riot Fest fashion. Read more: Ice Nine Kills combat Disney ban with Orlando “revenge” show “Tomorrow at 10am, you can stop complaining […]
Knocked Loose, Code Orange play late-night gig after festival set rain-out
Knocked Loose, Code Orange and Vein were all a part of the Chicago Open Air festival lineup that was set to take place this weekend. The festival ended up raining out the three band’s sets. The groups, along with Harm’s Way, joined forces and gave people a 6 hour notice of an indoor gig they […]
Here's everything you missed at Riot Fest 2018
Riot Fest returned for its fourteenth year this past weekend. Taking over Douglas Park in Chicago, the fest featured Taking Back Sunday, Weezer, the Front Bottoms, Pussy Riot, Interpol, Alkaline Trio, Calpurnia, SWMRS, Underoath and many, many more. We may be just days removed from this year, but we already can’t wait until next year […]
Deftones, Underoath, Thursday, Glassjaw, many more to play Riot Fest Chicago, Denver
The first wave of bands has been announced for this year’s Riot Fest Chicago and Denver festivals. The Original Misfits (featuring Glenn Danzig, Doyle, Jerry Only, Wolfgang Von Frankenstein), Death Cab For Cutie, Deftones, Underoath, Thursday, Glassjaw and many, many others will be performing at both dates. Read more: Misfits featuring Danzig, Doyle, Jerry Only to […]
Warhound release short and sour video for "Enemy Poison"
Warhound, the Chicago-based beatdown band with bars, have released a new music video for “Enemy Poison.” It's something like a possessed VHS tape your parents warned you not to play. The track is culled from the band's latest LP, 2014's Next Level. Hear the rest: Warhound stream new album, Next Level All of the band's releases can be […]
Chicago hospital sues in attempt to stop Riot Fest from happening
This coming weekend, Riot Fest is set to take place on Chicago's West Side in Douglas Park. St. Anthony Hospital, however, suddenly doesn’t want that to happen. Last Friday, hospital attorneys filed a federal lawsuit, as well as motioned for a temporary restraining order, against the three-day extravaganza. The case stands on the ground of […]
Knuckle Puck are giving their music away for free
Knuckle Puck, Chicago's very own pop-punk powerhouse, are giving away their entire discography for free on Bandcamp. Act fast! The offer is only available until June 11. The band's Facebook post revealing the news is shown below. Don't forget to grab the band's debut full-length album set to release later this year on Rise Records. […]
Despite support to stay in Humboldt Park, Riot Fest Chicago forced to move to new location
Despite receiving a great amount of support to stay in Humboldt Park, Riot Fest Chicago has been forced to move to its new location of Douglas Park. In 2014, Riot Fest Chicago came under scrutiny for the disaster-land aftermath it left behind in its wake at Humboldt Park. The Chicago Park District revealed a $182,000 bill for damages. As […]
Sign this petition to keep Riot Fest Chicago at Humboldt Park
In 2014, Riot Fest Chicago came under scrutiny for the disaster-land aftermath it left behind in its wake at Humboldt Park. As always, however, festival organizers addressed the situation with the utmost respect and professionalism. Areas of the park affected by the fest have since been addressed and are being restored to pristine conditions. Even the […]
Hidden Hospitals have a black and white affair on "Rose Hips" (video premiere)
Hidden Hospitals have teamed up with AltPress to premiere their video for “Rose Hips,” a black and white affair from their debut LP, Surface Tension. The Chicago-based foursome that includes former Damiera (Equal Vision Records) members are earning praise for their latest prog/alt-rock contribution. Surface Tension is available now on 180 gram vinyl/CD from Secret Audio […]
Riot Fest Chicago Day 2: City And Colour, Dashboard Confessional, Say Anything, the Get Up Kids
Photographer: Ryan Bakerink AP photographer Ryan Bakerink brings you exclusive Riot Fest Chicago live shots and portraits from City And Colour, Dashboard Confessional, Say Anything, the Get Up Kids, Samiam, the Used, Die Antwoord, the Flaming Lips and the National. Also check out our other Riot Chicago galleries: Saosin, Taking Back Sunday, Anti Flag, Descendents, Restorations, Metric, Me First And […]
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