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Meet SAIAH, the track star turned musician redefining punk
SAIAH is reimagining punk and hip-hop with their sullen crooning and semi-free-associative raps. Here they break down their influences, goals and more.
15 metal artists who went solo and blew audiences away even more
Whether it’s a less than amicable split with their former band or an unfulfilled urge to pursue a different path of musical creativity, the biggest names in the metal world have tried going solo at one point. However, it takes a certain caliber of artist to hold up a career under their name alone, whether […]
KOAD celebrates identity and culture in groovy hip-hop track “jaunty”
KOAD might be a brand-new name to you, but soon, this hip-hop rock star on the rise will be dominating your playlists. The 18-year-old Indian-American artist just released his second single and accompanying music video for the powerhouse track “jaunty,” the follow-up to his rowdy, booming debut, “pots n’ pans.” Featuring undeniably catchy hooks, positive […]
This classic Fall Out Boy song was influenced by 'Josie And The Pussycats'
Fall Out Boy bassist Pete Wentz is officially taking over the radio waves at Apple Music. On April 12, he launched his weekly show Loud And Sad Radio. During every episode, Wentz will be talking about an array of topics in music, social media, TV and film. During the inaugural episode, Wentz played a slew […]
10 fake songs from TV and movies that should actually be on your playlist
Sometimes a song featured in a TV show or movie goes so hard, we forget that it’s not performed by an actual band. There have been a few times where fictional artists are incorporated into various programs, from animated Nickelodeon shows to ’80s movies. While these songs might not be from actual bands with labels […]
Tyler Posey and phem channel blink-182 for 'Valentine's Day In Hell' song
Audio Up gave us a special treat in October with their Machine Gun Kelly-fronted musical comedy podcast, HALLOWEEN IN HELL. Now, the show has returned to set the mood for the season of love… Well, OK, it’s a mood but probably not the one you’d expect. Just go ahead and forget the cliche of heart-shaped […]
10 artists who love performing covers as much as their own songs
While we’ll never complain about hearing live music ever again, there’s something special about getting to watch an artist you love cover a song by another musician. Whether it’s during a concert or impromptu at a karaoke bar, some of our favorite artists have proven over the years that they’re never afraid to belt out a […]
20 women in metal who don't need a microphone to take center stage
With bands such as Lacuna Coil and Nightwish fronting the charge for the ladies in a scene largely dominated by men, there’s no need for the term “female-fronted metal” in 2020. The women powering the metal realm without a microphone in their hands deserve credit for shattering the glass ceiling. In the spirit of celebrating […]
These senior home residents are recreating some classic album covers
During coronavirus quarantine, many are using their time in lockdown to be creative. So far, we’ve heard various new songs from artists and watched hundreds of videos on TikTok. Now, a senior home in the U.K. is gaining some attention for its creativity. The residents of the Sydmar Lodge Care Home are spending their time […]
10 great things Jordan Peele has done for the horror genre
Fans know Jordan Peele as a seasoned comedian and one half of the Comedy Central duo Key & Peele. He’s played funny characters such as “Meegan” and does a very convincing Barack Obama impression. However, in recent years, movie fanatics know Peele as an Academy Award-winning writer and well-respected director and producer. Peele surprised viewers […]
10 covers we need to hear Brendon Urie take on next
The amazingly talented Panic! At The Disco frontman Brendon Urie has an impeccable vocal range and immense charm, making him capable of pulling off a wide array of hits, from the classic-rock era to modern pop tracks topping the charts. While he’s already covered the likes of Frank Sinatra all the way to Halsey, many […]
Here are the 20 best music documentaries you can stream right now
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 […]
10 musician-inspired video games you can play for free right now
The connection between music and video games is a long and storied one whether it’s the inclusion of our favorite musicians’ songs in a game, small references to their careers or a band having a complete release based on themselves. Going all the way back to the ’80s, artists such as Journey, Michael Jackson, Prince […]
10 iconic Kurt Cobain moments with Nirvana and beyond
The world was gifted with one of the greatest musicians and songwriters to ever live Feb. 20, 1967. Kurt Cobain became best known as the vocalist of the Seattle grunge act Nirvana and as a man full of wit and “fuck you” tendencies. In honor of what would’ve been the late, great Cobain’s 53rd birthday, […]
Michael Jackson is getting an insane musical told by a talking glove
Michael Jackson has faced a lot of controversies, particularly in the last year, but his work is still being explored and it’s likely never been looked at in the way it is now. The King of Pop is getting a musical written about him which Johnny Depp will produce about his life. The catch though is […]
Top 10 unbelievable song mashups that actually work
Recently, mashups have been surfacing, melding the efforts of Post Malone and Hawthorne Heights to create “I Fall Apart In Ohio.” Similarly, Fall Out Boy and Taylor Swift were merged to create a “Sugar Calm Down” fusion of two of the artists’ beloved tracks. These unlikely combinations are just a small taste of what the […]
Kurt Cobain pizza-soaked setlist plate sells for $22,000 at auction
One Nirvana fan just bought a used paper plate that frontman Kurt Cobain ate pizza off of once for $22,000. The sale took place at an auction put on by Julien’s Auctions, who put on their “MUSIC Icons” event on Saturday in Times Square. Read more: 5 Seconds Of Summer tease dark new track dropping […]
Band-themed cheeses are now a thing and it's pretty GRATE
We’ve seen our fair share of pretty weird band merch over the years, but this one might be the strangest thing we’ve seen yet. It turns out some of the most iconic artists of all time now have their own band-themed cheese…. You’ve gouda brie kidding me (I’m not sorry for that). Read more: Warped Tour […]
Find out which spooky tune matches your zodiac sign
It’s finally that time of year again—pick up a hefty pumpkin, watch your favorite horror flick and decide who (or what) you’re going to dress up as. Rather fittingly, the mystical aura that surrounds zodiac signs is perfectly suited for Halloween. Both lie deeply within the realms of higher powers, one spookier than the other, […]
This album just overtook 'Thriller' as the best-selling of all-time
Michael Jackson‘s Thriller is no longer the best-selling album of all-time, as reported by Billboard. The late King Of Pop’s long reign in the top spot has now been officially overtaken by the rock act that previously logged the No. 2 bestseller. Read more: Aerosmith’s old tour van discovered in woods That’s right, American rockers […]
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