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From mud fights to pyromania that would make a firefighter sweat to launching secretive side projects shrouded in denial to landing the story of a disenchanted suburban kid on Broadway, Green Day have done it all in their 30 years as a band. Here are some of the most unforgettable moments featuring Billie Joe Armstrong, […]

Around the AP office, it would be a supreme understatement to say our tastes “vary.” From the heaviest metal to the poppiest superstars, we all would love to design some strange tours—cue a million promoters’ nightmares. We asked members of our staff to put together their in-a-perfect-world concerts and got some pretty bizarre answers… THE […]

It’s extremely hard to narrow down the thousands of great comics into a top 10 list, but Alternative Press wanted me to make things easy for you. Whether you’re in our music scene or just a fan of pop culture, these are the ten comics that I would highly suggest you pick up immediately. Worst […]

In all the time she’s been in our scene, Hayley Williams has kicked ass at just about everything. From her incredible music career to her recent foray into hair dyes, Williams is a true master—so of course she spreads the love. Here are 14 songs she’s provided guest vocals for, showing off her complete musical […]

Neon pop punk isn’t just a genre—it’s a way of life. Here are some of the heaviest—and, therefore, best—songs of the bunch that remain as crazy and catchy as when they first came out.  “PUNKB*TCH” – 3OH!3 Even though 3OH!3 just released their fourth album, Night Sports, in May, their first full-length WANT will live […]

From simple to surreal, tattoos are more popular than ever in 2016. You can’t walk down the street without spotting some serious ink. Tattoos are as unique as the people who wear them, but we’ve gathered some of the most popular styles to make their mark this year. 1. Minimalist   In loving memory �� […]

There’s nothing better than finding out that your favorite band is going on tour—especially when they're making a stop in a city near you. Yep, we've been there, too. We've rounded up gifs that basically sum up everything you're feeling until you finally have those tickets in your hands. You feel that initial excitement via […]

Most classical music comes from the great classical composers—but it doesn't have to be that way. Many classical performers take inspiration from plenty of sources, including plenty of modern punk, rock and alternative bands. We found seven great classical tributes to modern rock songs. Whether you're studying, relaxing or just want calmer, lyric-less background music, […]

Back in the early days of 2006, when our own Pete Wentz was guzzling red drink in music videos and was just about to have his Sidekick stolen, we really never expected him to ever attend barbecues or PTA meetings. Yet, since the birth of his sons Bronx (age seven) and Saint (turning two this summer!), […]

The heavy side of music offers an incredibly vast spectrum of soundscapes. Whether you prefer punk roots or something on the technical side, there is something for everyone. Below, we have collected 12 groups from across heavy music we think you should be listening to. Take a look and give them a spin—you might just […]

Ah, Record Store Day—the thought of it can’t help but bring a smile to the face of any analog music fanatic. It smells like crisp cardboard and shrink-wrapped plastic, it sounds like the warm static pop as the needle finds the groove and it feels like spending hard-earned money on a limited release you woke […]

Within mere months of their formation, Southampton funeral punks Creeper gained the devotion of U.K. DIY punk and hardcore scenes and ultimately the attention of Roadrunner Records. Now commended as one of the best live bands in punk, the gang continue to build their legacy on their terms—with purple-tinted tears, sweat and humility. Here are […]

Author Mike “McBeardo” McPadden’s Heavy Metal Movies: Guitar Barbarians, Mutant Bimbos & Cult Zombies Amok In The 666 Most Ear-And-Eye-Ripping-Big-Scream Films Ever! is as awesomely exhaustive as its subtitle suggests. Of course, no list (even one with 666 entries) will ever feel complete—just as any list will always be debated. Especially a list with a […]

It’s no secret that vocalists tend to take center stage—not only on the actual stage but basically everywhere else too. So we’re going to give the frontman a break for once and focus on the musician who is always pushed to the back—literally. For those of you who simply can’t get enough of the double […]

Rolling Stone has compiled a list of what they believe are the 40 greatest emo albums of all time. This is the internet, so there’s a good chance you will disagree with it. Take a look below and let us know where you think they went wrong.   Read more: This website will tell you if […]

Some people look to magazines for advice on love. Others ask friends. Me; I think the best advice can be found in songs. Musicians always are talking about love and heartbreak, so they must know a thing or two about it. If you listen to enough songs you can find tips on first dates, advice […]

The 60th annual Grammy Awards nominations were announced today, with Nothing More earning three nominations in the rock categories and Avenged Sevenfold earning its first Grammy nomination for Best Rock Song for “The Stage.” And in the past, Grammy nominees boasted a few scene favorites such as twenty one pilots and the Killers, but music’s […]

Good Charlotte announced their reformation earlier this month, but they’re not the only band who have recently had a second wave of success. Check out who you should be re-adding to your playlist again.   GOOD CHARLOTTE Back in the mid-to late 2000s, Good Charlotte were staples of the emo scene (and personally responsible for […]

Digital Music News has shared an updated list of the 250 best-selling artists of all time. Obviously, the Beatles sit at the top with a fairly comfortable lead over runner-up Garth Brooks. (As A Journal Of Musical Things points out, however, the process for recording albums sales wasn’t entirely accurate when the Beatles were in their […]