depeche mode

Maxim Faster, aka the Venus In Scorpio, is an electro-pop star in the making. Powered by a battery of synthesizers and a voice that’s more rock god than pretty android, VIS is merging the synthetics of the ’80s with boisterous rock vocals. Described as the “mysterious and moody They next door,” the Venus In Scorpio’s […]

Genre is a peculiar thing. We often recognize elements of our favorites when we hear them, drawing comparisons to notable artists of their respective scenes. And what’s better than when our ideal styles intersect to form something that’s unique, albeit beautifully reminiscent of its roots? In celebrating the art of “genre-bending,” we’ve gone ahead and […]

By 2006, scene culture had grown roots in every mainstream area possible. Myspace took over as the primary mode of social media communication, and bands spread like wildfire once they uploaded music. It was a whirlwind year, as music became more accessible to a larger group of people, Hot Topic brightened its lights and studded […]

While everyone is self-isolating, we’re all looking for ways to fill our time. Why not spend it digging into some of the classic bands you’ve always been meaning to learn about but haven’t been able to? With the amount of spare time everyone has, sitting down and listening to an iconic band’s entire discography is […]

Side projects allow musicians the freedom to explore interests outside of their core band. While countless metal and punk fans stay rooted in genres directly, many of the artists involved love electronic music. Some of their interest in electronic music isn’t entirely surprising given their affinity for acts such as Nine Inch Nails, Depeche Mode […]

Music is one of the greatest companions to an all-night study session. It’s easy to pull up any mix on YouTube to play in the background. But sometimes you crave something different than “lo-fi beats,” and these tracks will help bring it up a notch. They’re still chill songs, just with more life in them, […]

[Photos by: Danny Clinch, Wikimedia Commons, Chad Smith/Instagram] Will Ferrell joined an all-star group of musicians onstage for a Depeche Mode cover at Monday's One Classy Night benefit in Seattle. Watch the actor and comedian get down with Pearl Jam's Eddie Vedder and Mike McCready, Red Hot Chili Peppers' Chad Smith and a few other […]

[Photo by: TAKUMI NAKAJIMA/judaspriest.com] The nominations for the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame’s Class of 2018 have been announced, including Rage Against The Machine, Judas Priest, LL Cool J, Radiohead and more. Check out the full list of nominees below! The nominees that receive the most votes will be announced in December and inducted next […]

Music is art. Duh. But plenty of musicians are a double threat; on top of their musical achievements, they are also accomplished visual artists. Whether it’s illustration, painting, doodling or comic book drawing, these 12 musicians have some serious artistic talent. 1. Ninja Ninja’s artwork can be seen all through the background of Die Antwoord’s […]

[Photo credit: Facebook] Depeche Mode are back. The group announced their first leg of the Global Spirit Tour in support of their new album, Spirit, which is set to drop next spring. See the dates announced so far below! Read more: From the Smiths to Green Day, map explains the detailed history of alternative music Following […]

Under his Owen moniker, Mike Kinsella (American Football, Their/They’re/there) is set to release Other People’s Songs, a collection of cover songs from such bands as Against Me!, the Promise Ring, Lungfish and more. The album is now available for pre-order via Polyvinyl Records and will be officially released December 2. Today, AP is excited to […]

Fun.'s Jack Antonoff has unveiled a brand new solo/side project, Bleachers, complete with a debut single, “I Wanna Get Better,” and a handful of tour dates. Additionally, Jack, who fronted New Jersey's Steel Train before joining Fun., took to his blog to explain the project's origin and why he choose to keep it a secret, also revealing details on a collaboration […]

Austin City Limits Festival have announced that their 2013 line-up is set to include The Cure, Depeche Mode, fun., MUSE, Jimmy Eat World, Twin Forks and many more. You can view the full line-up below and find event details on the ACL Festival website. The festival takes place October 4-6 and October 11-13 in Zilker […]

Minus The Bear, Rise Against, AWOLNATION, The Faint and more will contribute to the soundtrack companion to DC Entertainment video game Injustice: Gods Among US. Stream clips of the new songs and see the full tracklisting below.  1. Rise Against – “Sight Unseen” 2. AWOLNATION – “THISKIDSNOTALRIGHT” 3. Portugal. The Man – “Evil Friends” 4. Minus […]

Today we have a very special premiere from electronic artist Celldweller in the form of “Miss Murder's Personal Jesus,” a mash-up remix of AFI's “Miss Murder” and Depeche Mode's “Personal Jesus.” Check out the song below. Klayton recently released a deluxe version of his newest album, Wish Upon A Blackstar, which you can pick up on […]