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Front Porch Step a.k.a. singer/songwriter Jake McElfresh recently spoke with Billboard for a tell-all interview regarding the controversy surrounding him. He covered everything from specific instances of sexual allegations to his multiple suicide attempts and more. Billboard was in contact with three underage girls for the story, whose names were kept concealed. Screenshots of explicit […]

Epitaph, Fat Wreck Chords, Hopeless, Equal Vision, et al – these indie institutions invested decades in the scene issuing some of the most important records in alternative music culture. Pure Noise Records earned its way into their prestigious ranks in just six years, thanks to a handful of vibrant contemporary releases with a needle in […]

In light of the controversy of Jake Mcelfresh's Front Porch Step performance at the Nashville stop of Warped Tour, Kevin Lyman spoke with AltPress to clarify much of the conjecture surrounding the appearance. Lyman met with Mcelfresh's personal counsellor who recommended that performing a set at Warped (the singer now lives in Nashville) would be […]

During today's Warped Tour stop in Nashville, TN, Front Porch Step made an appearance at the acoustic basement tent. Read more: Front Porch Step makes opening statement at Warped Tour: “I know who I am” It looks FPS a.k.a. Jake McElfresh took protective measures today. According to writer Chris Hampton, who has been covering the Front […]

After a weather delay at Warped Tour in Nashville, TN, Front Porch Step a.k.a. singer/songwriter Jake McElfresh has taken the stage. Below, you can watch a fan-shot video of his opening remarks. Speaking towards a member of the crowd, he says, ”The difference between you and me is that I know who I am, and […]

Various musicians within our scene have weighed in on Front Porch Step a.k.a. singer/songwriter Jake McElfresh playing Warped Tour in Nashville, TN today. Most notably, perhaps, is the Wonder Years' Dan “Soupy” Campbell, who was supposed to perform after Front Porch Step on the Acoustic Basement Stage, but has now canceled his set. Comments from […]

UPDATE: Wednesday, July 1, 12:47 p.m. EST Senses Fail have commented on Front Porch Step playing today, saying, “You should not be playing today. Don't watch, don't buy! Go support @ManOverboardNJ playing at the same time.” UPDATE: Wednesday, July 1, 12:16 p.m. EST The Wonder Years' Dan “ Soupy” Campbell was supposed to be performing after […]

In recent weeks, accusations regarding the activities of some members of the YouTube community have lit up the internet. Because those participants were slated to join this year’s Vans Warped Tour, the controversy got blown up even further, putting the onus on the tour and its founder, KEVIN LYMAN to address what is being done […]

After a long period of silence following the sexual allegations made against him, Jake McElfresh a.k.a Front Porch Step has released a lengthy statement, posted to his Facebook today. McElfresh’s full statement, which you can read below, delves into his side of the story—from the nature of his text and internet-based relationships and how they developed, […]

Following the recent sexual harassment allegations against Jake McElfresh (better known as Front Porch Step), the singer/songwriter has suspended 2015 touring plans “for the time being.” McElfresh said in a statement, “As I posted 3 days ago, I am taking the appropriate time to assess these very serious allegations against me and I am not […]

Over the past month, Front Porch Step a.k.a. singer/songwriter Jake McElfresh has been accused of sexual harassment by numerous young girls, the most recent of whom posted a lengthy story (with pictures) to her Tumblr account. Some of the accusers have chosen to remain anonymous. Most of the accusations that have been made against FPS […]

The first five acts have been announced for the 2015 Vans Warped Tour. Neck Deep, Palisades, Front Porch Step, Handguns and Kosha Dillz will all be attending punk-rock summer camp. Check back with us every Wednesday for more band announcements. Warped Tour kicks off June 19 in Pomona, California. General tickets go on sale December […]

Front Porch Step, the acoustic solo project of Jake Mcelfresh, will embark on a headlining tour this spring alongside Have Mercy, Alcoa and Head North, with Brigades and Hotel Books serving as rotational support. Check out a full list of dates and locations below. Be sure to leave us a comment with your thoughts! FPS will release a new […]

Front Porch Step, the acoustic solo project of Jake Mcelfresh, will release a new EP, Whole Again, on December 2 via Pure Noise Records. Today, Mcelfresh is streaming the effort's cover of “I'll Be Home For Christmas.” Listen to the track below and let us know what you think! In case you missed them, listen to both […]

Front Porch Step, the acoustic solo project of Jake Mcelfresh, will release a new EP, Whole Again, on December 2 via Pure Noise Records. The four-track effort was produced by Alan Day of Four Year Strong. Pre-orders are on sale now. For now, Mcelfresh is teaming up with AP to bring you the premiere of […]

Suicide is hitting the Warped Tour demographic in higher numbers than ever, and Hope For The Day set out on the road this past summer to make a difference. By advocating to end the stigma against mental illness and encouraging people to raise their voices and share what they’ve been through HFTD opened a serious […]

The Madden Brothers (Benji and Joel Madden of Good Charlotte) have announced that they will be taking out Pure Noise Records artist Front Porch Step on a brief run of tour dates this fall. They will also be joined by supporting act Keta. You can check out a full list of dates and locations below.  The Madden Brothers […]

Front Porch Step (solo artist Jake Mcelfresh)—who was featured in the AP&R section way back in our October, 2012 issue—has premiered a brand new music video for his track, “Private Fears In Public Places,” over at Substream. You can check out the video now below. Be sure to leave us a comment with your thoughts! “Private Fears In Public […]

Fresh off their first full summer spent on the Warped Tour, Albany, NY's State Champs have announced their role as co-headliners for Pure Noise Records' fall tour. Two openers are to be announced, but the first three supporting slots will be filled by PN labelmates Front Porch Step, Heart To Heart and Brigades. The Champs […]

In part three of our Warped Tour Lightning Round videos, members of Saves The Day, Bowling For Soup, Enter Shikari, the Summer Set, Plague Vendor, Less Than Jake, Front Porch Step and Neck Deep answer the question “What's the one thing a band should never, ever do on Warped Tour?”  Watch part one | Watch part two