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Genre is a peculiar thing. We often recognize elements of our favorites when we hear them, drawing comparisons to notable artists of their respective scenes. And what’s better than when our ideal styles intersect to form something that’s unique, albeit beautifully reminiscent of its roots? In celebrating the art of “genre-bending,” we’ve gone ahead and […]

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 […]

You’re welcome: We’ve made finding new songs by rising bands easy. Each week, we’re gathering the best from the underground and offering it to you in one, concise list. Scroll below and check out our Spotify Discover playlist, featuring these tracks and more! In return, we want to hear your favorite. Let us know what […]

Frontmen and guitarists often have free range of the stage to move around and perform from unique locations. However, that’s not to say the drummers are missing out. We’ve selected some of our favorite quirky and eccentric live drum performances. These individuals have the guts and chops to play one of the coolest instruments ever. […]

Black Friday is a wonderful day. Not only does it highlight our favorite color on the best day of the week, you get deals, deals, DEALS. Here at AP, we want to provide you with playlists for every occasion. It’s no longer spooky season, so it’s time to gear up for the holidays. Below, we […]

Panic! At The Disco, Fall Out Boy, Night Riots, New Politics and more are teaming up with Andrew McMahon’s Dear Jack Foundation to “raise their voice” against adolescent and adult cancer. Read more: Andrew McMahon balances “the beauty of a life that is lived both well and hard” The bands are all contributing special, one-of-a-kind […]

[Photo credit: Jonathan Weiner] SoCal alt-rockers Night Riots are bringing it raw with the release of Love Gloom on October 21. Everything from the lyrics to the recording to the cover art—which makes frontman Travis Hawley a bit self-conscious—proves the quintet couldn’t get any more fierce. Head below to listen to “Breaking Free,” a song […]

Night Riots are teaming up with AP to bring you an awesome cover of Patti Smith’s classic cut, “Because The Night.” The song is taken from the deluxe edition of the band’s latest EP, Howl, which comes out October 30 on Sumerian Records. Check it out below, and let us know your thoughts. You can […]

California indie-rockers Night Riots are teaming up with AP to bring you their latest video update from the road, which gives you a peek into their daily touring life. Check it out, and let us know what you think. The band’s latest EP, Howl, is out now via Sumerian Records. (Get it on iTunes today.) […]

Music festivals are like superhero movies–every year there’s seven more you haven’t heard of, they are no longer confined to the summer and it’s unclear whether it is better to see in person or stream on the internet. One that is definitely worth paying attention to? This year’s South by So What?! Festival just outside […]

So-Cal rock group Night Riots have inked a deal with Sumerian Records, which joins them with the likes of Circa Survive, Asking Alexandria, Stick To Your Guns and many more.  “We were fortunate enough to have spoken with many different labels, and when Sumerian approached us, we felt a strong and authentic connection to how they treat their […]

Glamour Kills and Big Picture Media will be teaming up for a SXSW showcase on March 12, featuring such bands as Driver Friendly, Night Riots and many more. You can check out all of the details about the showcase below.

We’ve teamed up with California rockers Night Riots to bring you an exclusive premiere of the song “Renegade.” The track is a b-side taken from the band’s latest EP, Young Lore, which is available on iTunes now. “We recorded 'Renegades' with Erik Ron in Los Angeles and it ended up helping us fund a recent […]