Thanks to the internet, our exposure to new artists isn’t reliant on record deals and radio hits. Alternative artists of all ages have been able to blow up on social media, release music on their own and launch their careers out of their bedrooms.
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There's no doubt that the relative abundance of "unplugged" performances has skyrocketed in the past year. It makes sense, given that pared-back sessions are far easier to conduct over a livestream than a full-band setup. Still, though, we can't help but feel like we're experiencing a bit of a '90s cultural revival...
On Tuesday, Gerard Way took part in the Unwound & Unplugged virtual panel alongside Julien Baker and DeathbyRomy. During the conversation, Way opened up about his struggles with mental health during his time in My Chemical Romance.
In particular, Way detailed his early days in My Chemical Romance and how the sudden success of the band impacted his mental health.
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Gerard Way will be performing a rare solo set while helping eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health during a new virtual event.
On Mar. 2, the My Chemical Romance frontman is joining Julien Baker, DeathbyRomy and host Dr. Mike Friedman for Unwound & Unplugged. Th...
Everyone loves to jam out to their favorite artists and classic hits, but let’s not forget about all the fresh talent constantly popping up around the world. From pop and indie to punk and post-hardcore, there’s always a new name in music waiting to be heard.
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Welcome to AP MUST-SEE MUSIC, our recap of the big video and song releases, as well as all the new exciting premieres brought to you exclusively by Alternative Press. With iconic favorites and contenders, this roundup aims to share the best of things new and rocking...
Although most of the world has slowed down, DeathbyRomy isn’t letting the pandemic hold up or hinder her creative vision.
Shedding her signature dark eye makeup, DeathbyRomy is showcasing a more exposed, vulnerable side of herself on her latest release, “Kiss Me Goodbye.” The new v...
We’re proud of all the women who make our scene great and push their art to new limits. There are so many amazing ladies in rock that we can’t even begin to name them all. Here are a few who we want to extend gratitude to for all their work in music and ability to inspire young women to pursue their own dreams.
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TikTok isn’t just a video social media app. It’s morphed itself into a great place for musicians to be discovered. Several dance trends have given rise to fame for underground musicians or brought back old hits. The app certainly has helped alternative, rock and indie musicians get more Spotify streams and shares online. Here are s...
It’s been a long, strange road for the brothers of PALAYE ROYALE. Forget about their geographical roots in Canada, Las Vegas and Los Angeles. Brothers Sebastian Danzig, Remington Leith and Emerson Barrett look like they came out of a rock history storybook published at the turn of the ’70s. While they...
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!
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