coronavirus

Hold Close announce break after playing a show amid the pandemic

Over the weekend, Hold Close took part in a live performance at the Odyssey Lounge in Springfield, Missouri. Although masks were reportedly mandatory and temperatures were taken before entry, the event soon earned backlash amid the coronavirus pandemic. Now, Hold Close have released a statement regarding their decision to take part in the Wreck The […]

Here's how Hatebreed rediscovered their purpose on 'Weight Of The False Self'

Four years on from releasing their seventh album, The Concrete Confessional, Hatebreed were supposed to be returning this year with their follow-up. That all changed when the coronavirus pandemic turned the world upside down.   They postponed their touring plans with Parkway Drive. They delayed their new record due to an inability to get physical copies […]

See why ‘Black Panther’ star Letitia Wright says she's been "canceled"

This week, Black Panther star Letitia Wright took to social media to express her thoughts on the ongoing coronavirus vaccine trials. Now, she claims that the internet is canceling her over the series of tweets she shared. Read more: See All Time Low, Demi Lovato and blackbear’s spooky “Monsters” video This week, the U.K. officially […]

Watch BVB's Jinxx team up with Dead Girls Academy on “Inside Out”

The coronavirus may have stalled the music industry, but it obviously forgot to tell the crypt kickers from Dead Girls Academy. Working themselves into the grave while the rest of us are left reeling, the Vegas goth outfit fueled 2020 with their new album, Doves In Glass Houses, flitting from energized anthems to moving ballads […]

10 places twenty one pilots’ new album could take us after Dema

twenty one pilots fans know better than anyone how easy it is to get lost in theories surrounding new music. Josh Dun and Tyler Joseph are the masterminds of messing with listeners. They can never just release new music. TOP only reward their fans with new tunes after torturing them with cryptic teasers and mind games […]

Here's how 3OH!3 grew as artists after 'WANT' for their comeback

2020 has been a whirlwind of a year, full of things we couldn’t anticipate in our wildest dreams. One of those was the triumphant return of 3OH!3.  The duo from Boulder, Colorado, made up of Nathaniel Motte and Sean Foreman, have been a staple in the scene since they started making music in the early […]

Gal Gadot defends decision to debut ‘Wonder Woman 1984’ on HBO Max

It looks like Wonder Woman fans won’t have to flock to the nearest local cinema to watch the upcoming Wonder Woman 1984. This week, WarnerMedia announced that the highly-anticipated film is premiering at some cinemas next month. However, those with HBO Max subscriptions will be able to stream the movie without leaving their homes this […]

Here’s why the All-American Rejects’ return feels just like 2005

The All-American Rejects have found themselves in a similar spot to where they were 15 years ago, minus the “camera phones” and hotel bed bugs.  As guitarist Nickolas Wheeler reflects on the group’s monumental Move Along era, he says it came during a “dark time” after the 2004 election. And as the group prep a […]

Black Veil Brides guitarist Jinxx tests positive for coronavirus

On Wednesday, Black Veil Brides guitarist Jinxx (Jeremy Ferguson) confirmed that he has tested positive for coronavirus. In a lengthy statement, he discusses his symptoms and the test results for his wife Alice Mogg and son Lennon. Read more: See Post Malone battle MGK and Tyla Yaweh in a heated beer pong game Jinxx reveals […]

Guitar Center prepares to file for bankruptcy protection

Last month, the New York Times reported that Guitar Center is preparing to file for bankruptcy after failing to make an interest payment of roughly $45 million. Now, it looks like the music retailer is officially filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after reaching a debt-reduction deal with stakeholders. Read more: It looks like Green […]

Elon Musk has earned this new nickname amid COVID-19 test complaints

Over the weekend, Elon Musk revealed that he was given four rapid COVID-19 tests after experiencing symptoms. When two tests came back negative and two positive, however, Musk took to social media to share some controversial comments about the effectiveness of testing. Now, it looks like the Tesla Tycoon is receiving the meme treatment after […]

You’ll have to wear a plastic bubble to attend the Flaming Lips’ next gig

It looks like the Flaming Lips are taking their space bubbles to the next level. The band plan to hold their first-ever in-person live concert since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. How do they plan to do this, you ask? Well, let’s just say it involves everyone in literal plastic bubbles. Read more: It […]

Ticketmaster clarifies if proposed COVID-19 testing plans will be required

Earlier this week, a new report revealed that Ticketmaster plans to implement COVID-19 test and vaccine screening measures before ticket holders can attend future events. Now, the company is clarifying a misconception that these proposed policies will be mandatory. Read more: Hear Oceans Ate Alaska’s first new song in three years “Metamorph” The live music […]

Here’s what Ticketmaster’s COVID-19 testing policy means for future gigs

The live music industry has been struggling amid the coronavirus pandemic. With events worldwide canceled, companies such as Ticketmaster and Live Nation are seeing financial losses and mass layoffs. However, it looks like the projected return of concerts and events in 2021 just got a bit more realistic. On Monday, the pharmaceutical company Pfizer revealed […]

Here's why Against The Current went back to rock on "that won't save us"

After the release of their last LP, Past Lives, in 2018, Against The Current focused their time and energy on touring and performing. After two years, the group returned with “that won’t save us” and are teaming up with Alternative Press to debut the performance video for the track. Composed of vocalist Chrissy Costanza, guitarist […]

Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame's 2020 induction has no performers—here's why

Things haven’t exactly gone according to plan for the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame this year. After pushing their induction ceremony in March, they have now permanently moved its prestigious ceremonies to the fall. As well, the Rock Hall is skipping performances for this year’s induction ceremony for a good reason. Read more: Here’s […]

Here’s how Ticketmaster plans to implement social distancing at future gigs

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, future events and concerts are going to look a lot different than we are used to. However, it looks like Ticketmaster has plenty of plans in the works to ensure future gigs are safe to return to. The company is currently developing new technology that will make it easier than […]

See Travis Clark play every instrument for a reimagined We The Kings song

Just weeks after We The Kings dropped their pre-quarantine-reminiscent single “These Nights,” Travis Clark has reimagined the song in a new acoustic video, which you can exclusively see first on Alternative Press.  In a stunning display of his branching musical talents, Clark performs the track with a piano and acoustic guitar. The resulting “unplugged” version […]

Here’s why these 14 artists are supporting Joe Biden in the 2020 election

The world is on edge as America prepares to have its presidential election Nov. 3 between Democratic nominee and former VP Joe Biden and controversial incumbent President Donald Trump. Many world-famous entertainers such as Star Wars‘ Mark Hamill and Veep‘s Julia Louis-Dreyfus are actively using their platforms to urge followers to vote and to mark […]

Trump officials accuse Billie Eilish of “destroying” America in leaked report

A recent bizarre leaked document from the Trump Administration reveals that Billie Eilish was among the celebrities considered for a pro-Trump coronavirus campaign. Eilish was later removed from the consideration list for not being a Trump supporter. However, there’s another detail within the document that is raising eyebrows. Read more: Fall Out Boy join stacked […]
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