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It looks like the wait for a new Citizen album is finally almost over. This week, the band debuted their dynamic new single “I Want To Kill You,” off of their forthcoming album Life In Your Glass World. Read more: Here’s why you’ll probably never hear Dave Grohl sing a Nirvana song It’s been just […]

One of the greatest feats of the emo genre is its ability to cross barriers, genres and fandoms to unite us all under the common denominator of music. Whether there’s a tinge of rap or a twist of pop-punk, the branches of emo music all extend from the same familiar source. While the early 2000s […]

It’s been nearly a week since Riot Fest celebrated its 15th year with a stacked lineup and legion of fans. Taking over Douglas Park in Chicago, the fest featured everyone from the Struts to GWAR. You may have seen them perform onstage with your own eyes or vicariously through social media posts. But we wanted […]

Crowdsurfing is a fun thing to do at a concert. You have the chance to get closer to the band and maybe even make it onstage for a moment before security comes and escorts you off. As entertaining as it can be, though, there are certain shows where crowdsurfing just isn’t the move, either because […]

Between recording, touring, playing Mortal Kombat and enjoying time with his family and dogs, Mat Kerekes has a full schedule. Despite that, the Citizen vocalist still finds time to pursue other endeavors. A creative at heart, Kerekes thrives not only making music, but also working on other projects, such as spending weeks building a recording studio with […]

Mat Kerekes describes himself as “not amazing” at guitar. He may not be Slash, but when he finds a guitar line that hits his ear just right, he’s not going to let it go. Hear Mat Kerekes describe the process of not letting a good riff die and learn all of the parts to his […]

Snail Mail announced new U.S. tour dates—plus, don’t miss new limited-edition vinyl from the Distillers. Check out the news you might have missed today below! 1. The Distillers announce vinyl release of “Man Vs. Magnet” and “Blood In Gutters”   View this post on Instagram   Let us love you , with our 7”, this […]

The Candescents shared a new music video for “Drink To Paradise”—plus, don’t miss Gavin Haley’s new single “Jet Lag.” Check out the news you might have missed today below! 1. The Candescents share new music video Columbus-based indie-pop act the Candescents shared a music video for their single “Drink To Paradise.” This is the first […]

It’s been a great year for music, with no shortage of fantastic releases to fill our headphones. Among those releases are an abundance of solo projects from established acts. Whether they’re moving on after the end of an era or balancing more than one creative outlet, here are just a few of the solo projects […]

[Photo credit: Ryland Oehlers] Citizen frontman Mat Kerekes has released a new track, “My Lucky #3,” taken from his upcoming album Luna & the Wild Blue Everything, set to drop Aug. 26. The music video for the song was a collaboration between Citizen guitarist Ryland Oehlers and Kerekes. The two chatted about their work together and the inspiration behind […]

Parker Cannon of the Story So Far's hardcore band, Snarl, and Citizen frontman Mat Kerekes' Power Wrench have teamed up with Michigan's Spitback to release a three-way split. You can stream, listen and download the effort below. Be sure to leave us a comment with your thoughts! Both the Story So Far and Citizen will have new […]

Mat Kerekes (Citizen frontman) has released a music video for his song, “Reach,” which is featured on his self-titled debut solo EP. You can check out the new video below, and leave us a comment with your thoughts. If you haven't already, you can purchase a digital copy of the effort, as well as a vinyl edition. […]

Earlier this summer, we brought you an exclusive premiere of Mat Kerekes' (Citizen frontman) solo song, “Forgiveness.” Today, Kerekes has premiered a brand new music video for the track over at Red Bull. You can watch the video now below. Leave us a comment with your thoughts. The track is taken from the vocalist's latest […]

Citizen frontman Mat Kerekes is teaming up with AP to bring you the premiere of his new track, “Forgiveness.” The song is taken from Kerekes’ upcoming self-titled solo EP, which will be released on June 12 via Synergy Records. Listen to the track below, and let us know your thoughts. Pre-orders for the EP are on […]

Citizen frontman Mat Kerekes has formed a brand new hardcore punk project titled Power Wrench. The group just released a split with Michigan hardcore outfit Spitback. Stream the effort, download it for free, and check out a tweet from Kerekes confirming the release below. Seven-inch vinyl pre-orders are on sale now via Snowball Fight Records. Additionally, the […]

Mat Kerekes, best known as the frontman of Citizen, has announced that he will release his debut self-titled EP on June 12, 2014 via Synergy Records.  The solo EP will be a digital-only release and an iTunes pre-order is available here. The day after its relase, Mat will embark on an east coast tour with his brother, Chris […]

Citizen frontman Mat Kerekes has released a video for his latest single, “The Midnight,” with footage filmed in Pensacola, Florida.  On the band front, Citizen recently released a second music video for their Youth favorite, “The Summer.” They'll be on tour with the Wonder Years for another ten days. Check out “The Midnight” below.