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From the underground in the ’80s to fashion runways in the 2000s to malls in 2010s to TikTok in 2020, goth aesthetic has been expanding and changing with the times. Due to its versatility and room for creative expression, the dark look and gloomy vibe have been a long-standing influence in many visual art forms, […]

YUNGBLUD doesn’t come across as someone who’d sweat superstition. Sure, he’s proven himself to be introspective, sensitive, even insecure. The new track from the Doncaster growler, “god save me, but don’t drown me out,” will be included on his forthcoming second album, Weird!. Sophomore efforts are inherently daunting affairs for musicians, especially when that debut […]

Before Kurt Cobain‘s sudden death in April 1994, Nirvana shared some wild times throughout their career. Now, former rock promoter David McLean has revealed how Nirvana ended up playing football against Chippendales strippers during their 1991 tour. Read more: There’s a Captain America goof in ‘Avengers: Endgame’ you likely missed McLean first started in the […]

Kid Cudi recently unveiled his new tattoo of late Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain. However, although the latest ink is a portrait of Cobain, Kid Cudi’s new tattoo is also in tribute to late singer/songwriter Daniel Johnston. Read more: Fans finally decoded what Halsey is teasing for the ‘Badlands’ anniversary Kid Cudi has previously expressed his […]

The full list of 2020 MTV Video Music Awards nominations is finally here. Despite the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, MTV is still planning to host the Video Music Awards on Aug. 30. The awards show is taking place in Brooklyn for the first time since 2013. Read more: This is why McDonald’s is closing 200 locations this year Last week, voting opened […]

Motivation doesn’t always work. Positivity can be nice, but sometimes it just feels dishonest. And allowing yourself to be emotional is more than necessary. Speaking of emotions, ever wondered how emo rap sounds in Italian? Or French? Or Finnish? Creative and diverse, they, most importantly, are all letting you know that no matter how lonely […]

Since the inception of the alternative music scene, men have been at the forefront. Historically, they have determined who can participate and are allowed in their spaces, creating a “by men, for men” mentality. As a result, the “boys’ club” of the indie, punk and the alternative underground emerged. Since then, women have had to […]

Back in May, it was announced that Kurt Cobain‘s MTV Unplugged acoustic guitar was going up for sale. On June 19, the auction for the Nirvana frontman’s iconic guitar began and shortly after the auction launched, the guitar reached $1 million with four bids. Now, we know just how much the MTV Unplugged guitar has sold for. Read more: Police […]

With all the time we’ve been spending at home lately, we’ve blown an embarrassing amount on TikTok. And apparently so has everyone else, as the app is full of people stuck at home, bored and looking to make videos for their own, and thankfully our, entertainment.  One popular trend on the app features people recreating […]

Richard Wayne Penniman, known to the greater world as Little Richard, died this morning at his home in Tennessee. He was 87. With a bevy of hit singles, Richard sealed his history as a rock ‘n’ roll icon just as the nascent genre was starting to take shape. Little Richard’s singles are crucial to the […]

By now, we all either know, or need to accept, that Post Malone can do anything. Even though he’s one of the most popular rappers right now, he dabbles with everything, from collaborating with artists such as Ozzy Osbourne to working on projects with brands such as Crocs and Bud Light.  He’s larger than life, but […]

Streaming numbers have surged because people have been spending more time at home. Many are bingeing their way through shows they’ve already watched or are consumed with the ridiculous Tiger King series. Why not break away from that and learn something about music instead? Netflix, Hulu or Amazon Prime have plenty of documentaries offering information […]

Your quarantine is about to get a whole lot louder. Today AltPress is premiering the video for “Blacksheepish,” the new track from turbo-charged grunge-punk outfit theWorst. The Portland, Maine, trio are fronted by lead singer Brooke Binion, who comes off as the glorious love child of Joan Jett and Kurt Cobain. Fueled by the best […]

AltPress reported on April 22 that Post Malone would be hosting a very special Nirvana tribute this Friday, April 24. The news came out of nowhere, with Posty having revealed it out of the blue with a brief teaser.  Now, Courtney Love has shared her thoughts on the upcoming tribute benefit. Read More: See Post Malone […]

Post Malone is planning on hosting a Nirvana tribute livestream this Friday, April 24. As many of us already know, Post Malone is a massive Nirvana fan. He even has Kurt Cobain tattooed on his hand. But, this livestream isn’t just for Post Malone to mess round and play some covers. Posty is raising money […]

While people are stuck at home over the next while, picking up new skills and hobbies has been at the top of their minds. If you’ve ever had a guitar just collecting dust in the corner of your closet and you never had the time to really learn, the world has presented us all with […]

Rock songs throughout the decades have been influenced by famous and not-so-famous works of literature. From David Bowie’s “1984” to killer Queen track “The Invisible Man,” some of the best have incorporated literature references.  Check out our list below for some of our favorite literature references throughout the scene.  Read more: 40 pop-punk albums from […]