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LIGHTS embraced confidence and self-love for fifth album ‘PEP’—interview
When Canadian polymath LIGHTS found herself in a spiral of negative mental health, she didn’t want to dwell on her misery. Instead, she found the antidote in the form of a good old-fashioned pep talk with herself, using positivity as her motivation to get out of bed and try to feel OK again. She gave […]
15 alternative artists using their platform and voice for positive activism
Today, there’s nothing more inspiring than seeing musicians and other public figures using their platforms to support great causes. In the alternative scene, it’s fairly common for song lyrics to offer commentary on social and political issues. Fortunately, it’s becoming just as common to see artists taking things one step further by taking action. We’re […]
Hit Like A Girl opens 2021 drumming contest voting—here’s how to support
Public voting has opened for the 2021 Hit Like A Girl contest. Each year, the international contest returns to promote the visibility of female drummers and percussionists. Supporters can now cast votes for their favorite contestants. They can submit one vote per person per day through April 25 at 11:59 p.m. PST by logging in […]
10 women in pop-punk who have left an unforgettable impact on the genre
It’s well known that, historically, pop punk has been a bit of a boys’ club. But that just makes the continued influences of prominent women all the more impressive. From setting genre foundations (Gwen Stefani) to pushing sonic boundaries (Lynn Gunn), women have catalyzed the growth of the scene for decades. Of course, we’re not going to let […]
10 women drummers who are inspiring the next generation of musicians
At this point, many of us are aware that the music industry is male-dominated when it comes to band leaders. However, when you look at musicians drumming at the back of the stage, there are even fewer women in that position. By showcasing some of our favorite women in the drumming world today, we’re proving […]
Hit Like A Girl announces 2021 drumming contest—here’s how to enter
Hit Like A Girl drumming contest is returning for its tenth year of competition. The international contest was designed to raise the visibility of female drummers and percussionists. Additionally, it promotes drumming for girls and women regardless of their age or skill level. Drum industry veteran and Hit Like A Girl Executive Director David Levine […]
20 pop-punk drummers who set the beat for the whole genre
If you’ve been a pop-punk fan for quite some time now, we’re willing to bet it was a fast, upbeat song that first made you fall in love with the genre. You probably still remember the jolt of energy you felt when your now-favorite songs blasted through your speakers for the first time, and you […]
QUIZ: Which legendary drummer are you the most like?
Without drummers, rock music would be so boring. Thanks to the likes of blink-182’s Travis Barker, twenty one pilots’ Josh Dun, kid extraordinaire Nandi Bushell, the Summer Set’s Jess Bowen and many, many more, they give songs driving beats and rhythms that make you want to headbang. Despite being placed at the back of the […]
10 neon-pop bands who need to make a comeback
The late 2000s through early 2010s were defined in our scene by catchy synths intertwined with pop-like melodies, garnering the name “neon pop” or “neon pop punk.” With merch that was just as bright as the dance anthems that were produced, we can’t help but look back on the short-lived genre with fondness and a […]
Here are the winners for the 2020 Hit Like A Girl drumming contest
The Hit Like A Girl drumming contest returned for its tenth year of competition. The international contest has been giving female drummers and percussionists a platform since 2011. In turn, it encourages drumming for girls and women regardless of their age or playing level. Following the April 12 deadline, Hit Like A Girl is now revealing […]
How well do you remember “Chelsea” by the Summer Set?
The Summer Set shared 10 years of upbeat hits such as “Boomerang” and “Lightning In A Bottle.” By far, the group’s most well-known hit was the synth-heavy and catchy “Chelsea” from their 2009 album, Love Like This. The song was written for frontman Brian Logan Dales’ former girlfriend, actress Chelsea Kane Staub, who also appeared […]
How well do you remember “Love Like Woe” by the Ready Set?
The Ready Set, aka singer Jordan Witzigreuter, released his hit single “Love Like Woe” 10 years ago today. The I’m Alive, I’m Dreaming track’s zombie-themed music video premiered on Myspace the following day and caught lots of attention for the song’s catchy chorus, as well as Pete Wentz’s creepy cameo. TRS even shared a special international […]
The Summer Set: 10 years later, where are they now?
Very few bands affected the neon pop-punk scene the way the Summer Set did. On Oct. 13, 2009, the band released their debut studio album, Love Like This, and created a stepping stone that would lead to three additional full-length records: 2011’s Everything’s Fine, 2013’s Legendary and 2016’s Stories For Monday. In October 2017, the […]
Hit Like A Girl international drum contest reveals 2019 winners
The Hit Like A Girl drumming contest is back and better than ever this year. Now in its eighth year of competition, the international contest gives female drummers and percussionists a platform. Following the April 12 deadline, Hit Like A Girl is now revealing the full list of winners in each category. Read more: Millie Bobbie Brown sings […]
Here’s how to enter the Hit Like A Girl drumming contest
The Hit Like A Girl drumming contest is back and better than ever this year. Now in its eighth year of competition, the international contest gives female drummers and percussionists a platform. In turn, it encourages drumming for girls and women regardless of their age or playing level. Drum industry veteran and Hit Like A […]
Nekokat (Ready Set & Summer Set members) premiere “Don’t Be Loud” video
Nekokat—the new band featuring Jess Bowen from the Summer Set and Jordan Witzigreuter from the Ready Set—are teaming up with AP to bring you a new acoustic video for “Don’t Be Loud.” The song is taken from the band’s latest EP, Communication, which came out this past summer on Razor & Tie. (Get it here.) Check […]
The Summer Set’s Jess Bowen opens up about same-sex marriage ruling: “I was so ecstatic”
A special piece by the Summer Set drummer Jess Bowen: June 26, 2015 will be a day I remember and cherish for the rest of my life. As I woke up in a hotel room in San Antonio to the sound of my alarm clock, I noticed several missed calls and texts on my phone from […]
The Summer Set's Jess Bowen, others to be featured in Hit Like A Girl drumming competition video
Jess Bowen of the Summer Set and Beyoncé's Venzella Joy will be among the female drummers featured in Hit Like A Girl's new video, which premieres tomorrow, June 2, at 9:00 a.m. PDT. The eight-minute clip tells the story of Hit Like A Girl and showcases female drumming in the 21st Century. Read more: Science shows how drummers’ brains are […]
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