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How Zulu teamed up with Eric André for their celebratory "Where I'm From" music video

Zulu’s Anaiah Lei and Dez Yusuf explain how they made the hardcore band’s “Where I’m From” music video, which features Eric André and is inspired by one of A Tribe Called Quest’s videos.

Jack Kays, GARZI and spill tab are our tracks of the week

Welcome to Sound Station, where we’re highlighting the best new tracks that came out this week. Head into the weekend with songs from Jack Kays and more.

Nova Twins on anarchy in the US, owning your power and embracing the limitless Supernova mantra

Ahead of their North American tour, Nova Twins catch up on their year of award-winning, collabing with Bring Me The Horizon and sharing second album Supernova.

7 times rock fought back, from Rage Against The Machine to Pussy Riot

On March 28, Florida lawmakers officially passed their “Don’t Say Gay” Bill. As reported by The Guardian, the bill signed by Florida Gov. Ron Desantis forbids instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity from kindergarten to third grade. The policy has faced heavy scrutiny on a national front. Many argue that it isolates and marginalizes […]

Travie McCoy on new music: “I almost went broke making this album”

Long before Jason Aalon Butler would achieve international renown with letlive. and FEVER 333, he was but a simple kid looking for a hero. Contenders were in no short supply, but few spoke to the everyday experiences of the young man growing up in Inglewood, California.  As a teenager in 2005, however, Butler stumbled across The […]

Avril Lavigne on ‘Let Go’ era: “I would wear the same shit over and over; no one does that now”

This month, Avril Lavigne made her cover debut with Alternative Press. As part of our Modern Icons Issue, Lavigne was interviewed by Rico Nasty (who operates under the alter ego Trap Lavigne when she taps into her punk influences, in case you didn’t know). In the issue, Lavigne appears alongside other beloved names in music […]

Avril Lavigne had to fight throughout her career to make the music she wanted to

Twenty years ago, Avril Lavigne began a legacy with her debut album, Let Go. Its release saw her dominate the pop-punk landscape on a global scale, being one of few women to do so successfully. But it also ignited a journey that required strength and resolve to execute her vision. Along the way, her abilities […]

FEVER 333's Jason Aalon Butler believes rock must undergo real change

The year 2020 was encapsulated in misery and doom-scrolling. When 2021 reared its ugly head, FEVER 333 frontman Jason Aalon Butler charged at it with all his might — dangling from ceilings, scaling stage structures and making headlines all the while. Becoming an outspoken figure in alternative music last year during the height of the […]

My 2021 soundtrack, by blackbear, Lynn Gunn, Awsten Knight and many others

Hello and welcome to Alternative Press’ end-of-the-year celebration! We know that for a lot of people, 2021 has been less than ideal, to say the least. That’s why we wanted to bring you a little holiday cheer  — with the help of some of our favorite artists.  We asked each artist we interviewed for our […]

20 greatest Roadrunner Records bands, from Slipknot to Turnstile

Since its foundation in 1980, Roadrunner Records has been a go-to name for outstanding established bands and a reliable home for new acts looking to ground their roots. Where metal has pushed its boundaries and changed its ever-evolving face, Roadrunner has supported and nurtured growth to new heights. From carrying Slipknot’s career to the stars, […]

Sonic duo Death Tour release chaotic EP ‘D*E*S*T*R*O*Y’–listen

Death Tour have released an energetic new EP, D*E*S*T*R*O*Y, the most recent release since their 2019 album. The new collection of music perfectly embodies everything the duo stands for, such as pounding beats, playfully aggressive vocals and shamelessly outspoken lyrics. Death Tour effortlessly blends musical elements of hip-hop while exuding a punk ideology so strong […]

FEVER 333's Jason Aalon Butler knows the world needs more empathy

It’s no secret that Jason Aalon Butler of FEVER 333 has openly voiced his thoughts on rebellion and democracy. In an exclusive 10 Topics interview with Alternative Press, Butler reveals the product his Gentlemen In Real Life company hasn’t created yet, the music that always makes him cry and more. You can read the full […]

Nova Twins drop first remix with FEVER 333's sinister take on "Undertaker"

It’s been just over a year since Nova Twins dropped their debut full-length, Who Are The Girls?, and hit us full blast with their eclectic and empowering brand of thrashy punk rock. Now, in the first-ever official remix to grace their discography, “Undertaker” has been tackled by none other than alternative powerhouse FEVER 333. Spearheaded by vocalist […]

New Black Lives In Music initiative launches to amplify Black artists

On Monday, a new organization called Black Lives In Music (BLIM) officially launched in the U.K. This latest initiative aims to bring meaningful change to the music industry while supporting Black artists and professionals. Along with advocating for equality in the industry, BLIM also provides opportunities for musicians at a grassroots level. Orphy Robinson, Shabaka […]

Papa Roach and FEVER 333's Jason Aalon Butler have a collab on the way

It looks like Papa Roach have even more new collaborations on the way. This week, Jacoby Shaddix revealed that Papa Roach recently recorded a new song with FEVER 333 frontman Jason Aalon Butler. However, this isn’t the only new collaboration Papa Roach have in the works. Read more: Dance Gavin Dance guitarist Will Swan’s label […]

40 new artists you need to hear in February

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.  We know there’s a lot of faces to sift […]

Watch Jason Aalon Butler's burning piano ode in FEVER 333's "LAST TIME"

FEVER 333 are back with a new music video for their WRONG GENERATION track “LAST TIME.” The piano-based song sees frontman Jason Aalon Butler somberly playing the instrument as it’s burning before walking away. Read more: Here’s how the Kyle Pavone Foundation is aiding musicians amid the pandemic The short track’s accompanying visuals are simple yet captivating with a warehouse […]

The 50 best albums of 2020 in alternative, pop punk, metal and beyond

If we could identify one incandescent moment to come out of the coronavirus pandemic, it would have to be having large stretches of time to listen to albums. Yes, in 2020, most of us binged on Netflix and chilled the best we could. But streaming services made access to music downright infinite. We could finally […]

Nova Twins ended up collaborating with BMTH in an unexpected way

Just over a month ago, Bring Me The Horizon unveiled their highly-anticipated new EP POST HUMAN: SURVIVAL HORROR. The release includes collabs with YUNGBLUD on “Obey,” BABYMETAL, Evanescence‘s Amy Lee and Nova Twins. Now, Nova Twins have revealed the unexpected way their collab with BMTH on “1×1” came to be. Read more: Did this ‘Spider-Man […]

Here are 10 of the most unexpected collabs to come from 2020

What’s better than a new track by one of your favorite artists? That’s easy: a collaboration between multiple favorites. Despite all odds, 2020 has proven to be the year of collabs. From MGK and Halsey‘s shared pop-punk debut to FEVER 333 and Run-DMC‘s “ANIMAL“ remix and merch line, we’ve been consistently surprised by some great team-ups. […]
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