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Here's how Dance Gavin Dance got more experimental on 'Afterburner'
For the past 15 years, Dance Gavin Dance have been constantly raising the bar for experimentation within the post-hardcore scene. But after toying with the limitations and boundaries of the genre for so long, is there still room for them to expand? From the onset of Dance Gavin Dance’s latest record, Afterburner, it’s clear they […]
AP&R playlist: Haunting electro-rock, indie undercurrents and emo dad odes
You’re welcome: We’ve made finding new songs by rising bands easy. Each week, we’re gathering the best from the underground and offering it to you in one concise list. Scroll below and check out our Spotify Discover playlist, featuring these tracks and more! In return, we want to hear your favorite. Let us know which […]
Watch Dance Gavin Dance's new album become a mural for "Lyrics Lie"
Dance Gavin Dance may have had to reschedule their upcoming tour dates but the band’s new album is still set to go ahead as planned. The band are gifting fans with another new song from the record titled “Lyrics Lie” alongside a brand new music video for the track. Read More: Tommy Lee says Mötley Crüe […]
Trapt parody tour poster expertly uses the band's Twitter beefs against them
Trapt has been hit with another parody this week, this time in the form of a poorly designed tour poster. A parody Twitter account surfaced recently amid a string of Twitter-beefs that Trapt’s official account engaged in. In the span of just a few days, Trapt had spats with Captain America’s Chris Evans, Chris Fronzak […]
Trapt Twitter drama sparks a parody account and no one can tell the difference
A parody Twitter account for the band Trapt surfaced this past weekend, resulting in a number of meme-worthy tweets and even a confused Senses Fail. The Los Gatos natives are as known for their messiness as they are for their iconic songs like “Headstrong,” and “Sound Off.” For years, the band has spent their free […]
Dance Gavin Dance reschedule spring tour, Swanfest for late summer
Dance Gavin Dance have announced they are rescheduling their intended spring dates for early August. The new start date will be Aug 4 in Seattle, with the tour ending at Swanfest, Sept. 12 at Papa Murphy’s Park in Sacramento, California. This is the first news of new DGD dates since the coronavirus pandemic put a […]
Dance Gavin Dance detail existential graphic novel ‘Robot’s Tale’
Dance Gavin Dance certainly are staying busy. Besides preparing for a massive tour and an album release, the experimental hardcore icons are also creating a graphic novel. The upcoming book is called Robot’s Tale: A Dance Gavin Dance Graphic Novel and will hit stores this May. Read More: Echosmith on facing personal challenges, Warped Tour memories and more […]
9 bands who’ve had success with multiple vocalists
Changing band members can have a huge effect on the music, but swapping vocalists can be considerably more detrimental. While a singer’s voice can make or break a band, some have managed to maintain successful careers with multiple vocalists and even improve their sound through a shake-up in the vocal department. Take a look below […]
Dance Gavin Dance detail ‘Afterburner’ album with groovy “Prisoner” video
Dance Gavin Dance just announced the release of their ninth full-length studio album titled Afterburner. The Sacramento-based progressive hardcore unit are celebrating by dropping the first single and video titled “Prisoner.” Dance Gavin Dance are gearing up for a massive spring tour before heading to their home state for Swanfest. Read More: All Time Low mend heartbreak […]
Dance Gavin Dance announce European headlining tour
Dance Gavin Dance are gearing up for a massive spring tour at the moment, but they aren’t done announcing shows quite yet. The experimental post-hardcore unit are announcing today (February 5) that they will be embarking on a European tour following their sets at Slam Dunk Fest. Read More: Disney ‘Onward’ gives Chris Pratt a metal-inspired […]
12 post-hardcore albums from 2008 that still rip today
2008 was a wondrous year for post-hardcore—our scene saw bands from all over the genre put out record after record that continuously pushed the heavy-meets-melody formula. Below are 12 records that have transcended the trends and fads and still rip to this day. Read more: Minibar guitar pedal distorts sound based on the drink you […]
Tilian Pearson is "on the spot" regarding lyrics, drugs and his next 10 years
Dance Gavin Dance frontman Tilian Pearson embodies a psychic Venn Diagram that’s highly unusual. The one circle is dedicated to the sonic joyride that is DGD. The other is an inherent love of pop music and R&B, the kind of vibe that you’d hear on a night of clubbing and/or some inspired late-night listening at […]
Slam Dunk Fest adds Dance Gavin Dance, We Came As Romans, more
Slam Dunk Festival added ten more bands to their already stacked 2020 lineup, yesterday. Some of the additions include Bury Tomorrow, We Came As Romans and Dance Gavin Dance. In September, the festival announced the first set of artists with acts such as Don Broco, State Champs, and Four Year Strong. Read More: Higher Power add headlining shows to album launch […]
Dance Gavin Dance reveal “mystery band” support for 2020 tour
Last month, Dance Gavin Dance celebrated finishing their next studio album with a stacked tour announcement. At the time, Animals As Leaders, Veil Of Maya, and Royal Coda were announced as support with one more act to be unveiled at a later date. This week, frontman Tilian Pearson revealed Issues will be joining as the “mystery band,” […]
Welcome to Rockville 2020 has Disturbed, MIW and more joining Metallica
The Welcome to Rockville lineup is officially here and it is amazing. In addition to Metallica playing two different sets over two different nights, fans are also treated to the likes some of the most legendary acts in rock. This Danny Wimmer Presents Welcome to Rockville will take place at the Daytona International Speedway in […]
Scary Kids Scaring Kids announce support for 2020 reunion tour
Last month, Scary Kids Scaring Kids announced they were reuniting in celebration of their first album turning 15. With singer Tyson Stevens passing away in 2014, the post-hardcore act enlisted former Saosin frontman Cove Reber to take on vocal duties Now, the band has revealed who will be hitting the road with them. Read more: The […]
Sonic Temple 2020 lineup has Slipknot, BMTH, more joining Metallica
The second annual Sonic Temple Art + Music Festival will return to Columbus, Ohio early next summer. The three-day music festival features an enormous array of top rock groups performing on three different stages. As previously announced, Metallica will exclusively headline all five of Danny Wimmer Presents’ hard rock festivals in 2020. Epicenter will be the […]
Dance Gavin Dance announce massive spring 2020 tour dates
The wait is over: Dance Gavin Dance have finished recording their 10th studio album and are hitting the road early next year. The post-hardcore favorites have announced the Spring 2020 tour, set to take off in March across 31 cities in North America before closing out the tour at the band’s own second annual Swanfest. […]
Tilian Pearson’s biggest influence was his high school girlfriend
Dance Gavin Dance frontman/solo artist Tilian Pearson wouldn’t be rocking all of our devices if it wasn’t for a high school girlfriend. She saw his talent long before he did and demanded that he join the high school jazz choir. And if you think that is wild, be aware that’s merely one part of an […]
Dance Gavin Dance drop bloodthirsty "Blood Wolf" video, Swanfest details
Dance Gavin Dance have released a sun-soaked video for their new song “Blood Wolf” filled with vampire fangs, fake blood and some intense swimming. Also, they announced the date and location for next year’s Swanfest. Read more: Simple Plan, State Champs, WTK drop epic collab “Where I Belong” The band have been working on a […]
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