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10 times musicians designed their own album cover art

We may be taught not to judge books by their covers, but are we always so kind to albums? In a sea of iconic cover art designed by prolific artists, the importance of release presentation can’t be understated. So, naturally, when we see musicians taking on the daunting task of designing the artwork themselves, we […]

QUIZ: Which Green Day era are you the most like?

This is a public service announcement: If Green Day’s epic ¡Uno!, ¡Dos! and ¡Tre! trilogy counts as one really, really long album, then the classic band have eleven diverse albums in their esteemed 30-plus-year catalog. Eleven. That’s 170 songs total—and 100 more than most of your favorite bands. Because there’s truly something in every genre […]

8 types of cannabis merch you can buy from your favorite artists

As cannabis continues to become more widely accepted and legalized medically and recreationally across North America, bands are taking advantage of the opportunity for new merch items. Whether it’s branded pipes, grinders, rolling papers, stash jars or even flower, there’s an endless amount of options for artists to explore within the cannabis industry.  Check out […]

30 Green Day deep cuts you should definitely know by now

2020 marks 30 years since Green Day’s first album, 39/Smooth. While they’ve had plenty of hits and radio favorites over the last few decades, there are plenty of great songs that haven’t seen the mainstream attention that classics such as “Basket Case” and “American Idiot” have. Here are 30 deep cuts to add to your […]

9 new songs from pop-punk staples that could rival their best album

Summer is the season of pop punk. Sadly, almost everyone’s favorite part of the year seems quite a bit different in the middle of a pandemic. Thankfully, some of our go-to pop-punk bands are fresh off quality releases that rival their earlier work.  If you’re still nostalgic for the 2000s, lend your ear to these […]

Green Day song by song ranking of band’s studio album tracks

Green Day have been around since 1987 and huge since 1994. That’s not an understatement or exaggeration. Since the band just put out their 13th studio release last month, we found it fitting to rank all 170 album tracks with Green Day super-fan Tom Kunzman of the band 18th & Addison. You’re welcome. A few […]

Green Day fans really need to hear these 10 records

In case you haven’t heard, Green Day are getting a career overview in the next issue of AltPress. It’s loaded with archival stories and cool AF photos. From their early days driving in a Bookmobile to rocking the planet’s arenas, Green Day remain a force in punk culture. Dookie, Green Day’s scene-changing, major-label debut, was […]

Green Day’s ‘Father Of All…’ set the rules, you just move to them—review

Let’s cut to the quick: Green Day are the greatest punk band in the world. They’ve almost kept the same members during their near 35-year history. The trio—Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt and Tre Cool—were always the strongest of all the cultural “gateway drugs.” They have nothing to prove to anybody. This is why their […]

Green Day tap ‘Stranger Things’ star to risk it all in high-flying new video

Green Day just dropped their highly-anticipated new album Father Of All…To coincide with the release, the trio revealed a new music video. The music video is for a song titled “Meet Me On The Roof.” Another exciting bit about the Green Day video is that it stars Gaten Matarazzo from Stranger Things. Check it out below. […]

Green Day poke fun at social media absorption in new "Oh Yeah!" video

Green Day just dropped their newest single off their upcoming album Father Of All… The single is titled “Oh Yeah!” and has been teased this previous week. The accompanying music video pokes fun at modern interactions due to the influence of technology. Green Day’s Father Of All… releases on Feb. 7. The previous two singles include the title […]

Green Day seeking fan to host backyard gig ahead of ‘Father Of All...’

Green Day are known for their support of the punk community. Hell, they paid off the legendary Denny’s gig damages. Green Day were raised in California, going to house parties and garage shows. Now, they want to perform at one like the old days. With Father Of All… set to release next month, Green Day want to […]

Green Day confirm ‘Father Of All...’ tracklist with “Oh Yeah!” release date

We’re exactly a month out from Green Day releasing their thirteenth full-length, Father of All Motherfuckers. With the title track “Father Of All…” and “Fire, Ready, Aim” already out in the world, the pop-punk mainstays have confirmed a third track is on the way. The band took to social media to share the most appropriate […]

Green Day ‘Father Of All...’ tracklist reportedly anonymously sent to fan

Green Day‘s newest album tracklisting might have been leaked online. A fan of the group claims he was sent the Father Of All… vinyl sleeve in the mail from someone in California, which is where the band is based. He also posted a photo of the back of the supposed album artwork featuring the names […]

Billie Joe Armstrong reveals Green Day song that’s “too hard” to play live

Green Day have been around quite a while. That usually means band’s have acquired quite a discography. So, they can’t play every song they’ve ever written live and usually play a blend of crowd-pleasers, hits and new songs to cater to everyone. But, Billie Joe Armstrong stated the only reason they don’t play “Panic Song” […]

Green Day perform surprise mini-set at intimate the Coverups show

Green Day gave fans quite the treat over the weekend. The Rock and Roll Hall of Famers played an intimate show in Costa Mesa, California as the Coverups. The Coverups are a side project of the members, where they perform mostly punk pioneer cover tracks. So Green Day tore through their cover set and surprised […]

Green Day are ready to knock out teeth with the NHL in “Fire, Ready, Aim”

Just over a week ago, Green Day revealed they would be debuting a brand new song during a video montage that would air ahead of an NHL game. Now, the new track is finally here! The new song is called “Fire, Ready, Aim” and comes from the band’s upcoming album Father Of All… out February 7, […]

Green Day to drop second ‘Father Of All…’ single sneak before NHL game

Green Day will be unveiling a new song during a video montage that will air ahead of a National Hockey League game.  The new song is called “Fire, Ready, Aim” and comes from the band’s upcoming album Father Of All… out February 7, 2020.  Read more: Greta Thunberg responds to viral death metal speech remix […]

Green Day drop "Father Of All..." blend in honor of National Coffee Day

Green Day is celebrating National Coffee Day by releasing a new blend of coffee in honor of their new song.  The band’s coffee company, Oakland Coffee, has released a new blend called “Father Of All… Dark Roasts.” Read more: Billie Eilish puts a literal spin on ‘Saturday Night Live’ debut with “bad guy” The blend […]

Green Day dance through the decades in new “Father Of All...” video

We’re all very stoked about Green Day, Fall Out Boy and Weezer performing together on their Hella Mega tour, but before then, we’re getting some new music and accompanying videos. Last week, Green Day’s “Father Of All…” dropped, which Billie Joe Armstrong compares to “a unicorn falling out of the sky,” and now we’re getting visuals for the new […]

Green Day song is like “a unicorn falling out of the sky,” Billie Joe says

We’re still on cloud nine after Green Day, Fall Out Boy and Weezer announced their Hella Mega tour. As we impatiently await this massive stadium tour in 2020, we at least have new music to hype us up and hold us over. One of those tracks is Green Day’s “Father Of All…” which Billie Joe […]