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Carlie Hanson captures the feeling of being 21 in AltPress issue #402 cover story

Carlie Hanson has released her debut album Tough Boy. Ahead of the record, she spoke with Alternative Press for her cover appearance on our January issue (#402). During the conversation, she talked about the opportunities and challenges presented by the project, which pushed her artistically and personally. She also talked about the music itself, which perfectly captured […]

The Umbrella Academy's Emmy Raver-Lampman says season 3 is "massive"

The Umbrella Academy‘s Emmy Raver-Lampman says season 3 is set to be “massive.” She also added that it has a “completely different energy,” according to an interview with Collider. The show is based on a graphic novel series of the same name by Gerard Way. While the series creator, Steve Blackman, and Way are in […]

Maggie Lindemann discusses her new album and working with Chase Atlantic

It can be daunting to present your real and raw self to a modern, chronically online world where anyone can publicly comment on anything. It’s even harder when, while doing this in the public eye, you appear to be changing from the person you were once known as by the world. When the planet was […]

Pink Siifu won't repeat the story—he has to "give you a whole new book"

Within minutes of speaking to Pink Siifu, it’s clear that he’s a student of music who’s bursting with ideas. He mentions Pink Floyd in the same breath as Alice Coltrane, rattling off several more names that delight and inspire him. Like those artists, Siifu’s music demonstrates the same breadth and richness, tilting between punk-inflected free […]

We Came As Romans release new single "Daggers" ahead of Veeps livestream

We Came As Romans have made a special announcement regarding their fall anniversary tour for their 2009 album, To Plant A Seed. The tour kicked off Sept. 29 and ended Nov. 7, but not before the band offered something unique for their fans. A recording of their Nov. 6 tour date in Detroit will be […]

Amyl And The Sniffers on the artistic growth that led to their new album

“Energy, good energy and bad energy/I’ve got plenty of energy,” Amy Taylor wails seconds into Melbourne, Australia aggro-punks Amyl And The Sniffers’ freshly released second LP, Comfort To Me. “It’s my currency,” she sings on that opening track, “Guided By Angels.” Indeed, the band—Taylor, drummer Bryce Wilson, bassist Gus Romer and guitarist Dec Martens—seem to […]

Chunk! No, Captain Chunk! on fighting burnout, their new album and more

By the end of 2016, Chunk! No, Captain Chunk! had reached heights that most bands can only dream of. They had played for eager crowds around the world and became fan favorites at Warped Tour. Their three killer albums had set the standard for easycore excellence, placing them on equal footing with legendary groups such […]

Third Eye Blind and Velvet Negroni drop new single “To The Sea”—listen

Third Eye Blind have released their latest single “To The Sea” ahead of their upcoming album, Our Bande Apart. “To The Sea” is the third single from the upcoming album, followed by “Box Of Bones” and “Again” (feat. Bethany Cosentino of Best Coast). The new track is a collaboration with experimental artist Velvet Negroni. Read […]

Hear from Senses Fail's Buddy Nielsen ahead of Joshua Tree livestream

Senses Fail have partnered with Veeps to offer a two-part livestream event. Set in Joshua Tree National Park, the group appear in front of picturesque sunrise and sunset backdrops for the performances. During the sets, the group revisit two of their classic albums. The Still Searching performance is set to air July 29, and the […]

Foo Fighters, Phoebe Bridgers and Lizzo among 2021 Bonnaroo lineup

Bonnaroo is officially preparing for its 2021 return Sept. 2–5 in Manchester, Tennessee. The festival, which kicks off with the Grand Ole Opry Thursday, includes a slew of talented artists such as Foo Fighters, Megan Thee Stallion, Lizzo, Phoebe Bridgers, Lana Del Rey and Tyler, The Creator. Similar to other festivals and concerts around the […]

UK organizers detail how COVID-19 may change 2021 festival lineups

Organizers overseas are currently gearing up for the return of music festivals this summer. As COVID-19 cases in the U.K. slowly decline and more vaccinations are administered, many are optimistic that this year’s festival season will bring back some normalcy in what’s truly been an unprecedented past year. Despite some festivals going ahead as planned, […]

The Offspring return with trippy video for “Let The Bad Times Roll”—watch

Back in February, the Offspring announced their first full-length album in almost nine years with its title track “Let The Bad Times Roll.” Now, they are back with a chaotic new visual for the single and let’s just say things get a little… strange. Along with talking toilet paper, giant cockroaches and violent scorpion cell […]

One of My Chemical Romance's 2021 UK shows has been postponed

My Chemical Romance are gearing up to hit the stage for the first time since their 2019 reunion for their highly-anticipated return tour. Following various postponements, their string of concerts was set to kick off June 15 with a special show in St. Austell, England. However, My Chemical Romance’s Eden Sessions show has now been […]

Neck Deep reschedule 'All Distortions Are Intentional' UK tour to 2022

Due to the COVID-19 crisis, Neck Deep have pushed back their headlining U.K. and Ireland tour again. This week, the band announced the rescheduled U.K. and Ireland tour dates for their All Distortions Are Intentional headlining tour, which is now happening in 2022. Read more: Chadwick Boseman wins Best Actor at the 2021 Critics Choice […]

Mississippi joins Texas to lift mask mandates and open venues at capacity

On Wednesday, Mar. 3, Mississippi officially joined Texas and is also lifting the state’s COVID-19 restrictions and mask mandates. Currently, both states are allowing businesses to reopen at full capacity. All of this means that concerts and festivals in these states can return at 100 percent capacity starting this month. Read more: Gerard Way reveals […]

KISS and Iron Maiden to headline Download 2022 after 2021 cancellation

Ticketholders for Download Festival have been hit with some bad news. Due to England’s new plans to ease out of COVID-19 restrictions, the 2021 festival is no longer able to take place. However, Download organizers have confirmed the festival will be back next year and have already announced the 2022 headliners. Read more: Avenged Sevenfold […]

Live Nation CEO says large-scale US concerts could return by summer

Obviously, things haven’t been going so well for the live music industry amid the coronavirus pandemic. However, it looks like Live Nation‘s CEO is confident large-scale events and concerts could return as early as this summer in the United States. This week, Michael Rapino detailed the timeline he believes the United States is currently on […]

Reading & Leeds Festival is nearly sold out after confirming 2021 plans

If you are planning to attend Reading & Leeds Festival this August, you may want to get your tickets before it’s too late. Just days after confirming the U.K. event is going ahead as planned, Reading Festival has completely sold out with Leeds Festival not far behind. Read more: Waterparks spotlight their next era with […]

Reading & Leeds confirm the 2021 festivals are happening

Reading & Leeds ticket holders woke up to some exciting news on Wednesday morning. Due to England’s latest plans to ease out of COVID-19 restrictions, Reading & Leeds is officially able to hold their festivals this August. Read more: Former I Killed The Prom Queen bassist Sean Kennedy dies at 35 So far, 2021 hasn’t […]

Slam Dunk 2021 has been postponed with possible lineup changes

This week, Prime Minister Boris Johnson unveiled the plans to end England’s COVID-19 restrictions this June. However, with the plans now set in motion, Slam Dunk 2021 is no longer able to happen in May. Now, Slam Dunk organizers have announced that the entire festival has been pushed back to this September. Read more: You […]
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