of mice and men

QUIZ: Which Song Of The Year nominee are you?

So now you know which Album Of The Year and which Artist Of The Year nominee you are (oh, you don't? Go take those quizzes first!). As we're rounding the corner for the APMAs in July, we want to put you to the test to reveal which artist fits you best. We're doing half the work for […]

Watch Of Mice & Men perform "Feels Like Forever" from upcoming live release

Of Mice & Men have released a live video performance of “Feels Like Forever” from their upcoming CD/DVD, titled Live At Brixton. Read more: 9 songs we hope Of Mice & Men play at the APMAs They announced last month that they will be releasing Live At Brixton May 27 via Rise Records. (Pre-orders are on sale now.) This will be […]

Marilyn Manson to receive APMAs 2016 Icon Award

The Pale Emperor himself — platinum-selling rock legend Marilyn Manson — will receive the evening’s ultimate honor, the Icon Award presented by Equal Vision Records/MerchNOW, at the 2016 Journeys Alternative Press Music Awards, Fueled by Monster Energy! Get your tickets now! Marilyn Manson’s groundbreaking and maniacal career as arguably the biggest, most controversial artist of […]

9 songs we hope Of Mice & Men play at the APMAs

The APMAs are more than just an award ceremony; the massive event features live performances by your favorite bands. This year brings a slew of performers, including A Day To Remember, Good Charlotte, Yellowcard, Papa Roach, BABYMETAL, Issues, the Maine, Mayday Parade and Beartooth with more to be announced. Joining this all-star lineup is Of […]

Of Mice & Men, more announced to play 2016 APMAs

Of Mice & Men, Issues, the Maine and Mayday Parade will perform at the 2016 Journeys Alternative Press Music Awards, Fueled by Monster Energy. The 2016 APMAs also will feature a special appearance from Spencer Chamberlain and Aaron Gillespie of post-hardcore favorites Underøath, who just finished their 2016 “Rebirth” tour. Gillespie is nominated in the Best Drummer […]

10 bands that got their names from books

Coming up with a band name can be difficult, but for the well-read musician, the process can be a little simpler. Some of the best bands found inspiration for names in their favorite books. Here are 10 bands named after book characters, passages or titles. 1. Of Mice & Men Named after the 1937 John […]

5 things we can't wait for at NAMM this year

The world's largest trade-only music convention, NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) will be making its return to Anaheim, California's Convention Center starting today. This year's convention will feature premiere artist performances, signings, interviews and showcases on new product lines and gear from some of your favorite bands and brands. Alternative Press will be there […]

Photo Of The Day: Winter 2015

Photographer: Blake Jones, Grizzlee Martin, Tom Barnes, Dana Kandic, Tom Falcone, Lindsey Byrnes, Wilson Lee, Roberto Chamorro Your daily dose of previously unseen photography featuring your favorite bands and photographers.  Like what you see here? Check out additional work from your featured photographers:  Alexandra Messick Graham Fielder Ashlee Hussey Paris Visone Douglas Sonders Caleb Kuhl Andy […]

The 20 most reblogged bands on Tumblr in 2014

Tumblr has released a list of the 20 most reblogged bands on their platform in 2014. 5 Seconds Of Summer come in first place, followed by One Direction and Fall Out Boy. Notable bands also making the cut include My Chemical Romance (who aren’t even a band anymore), Pierce The Veil, Of Mice & Men, […]

10 Bizarre Habits Of Highly Obsessive Fans

As a super-fan, I’ve had more than enough of my share of people pointing out things I do and reminding me that normal folks, well, they just don’t do that. My thoughts are usually, “Hey, it’s not hurting you. Mind your business, passionless soul-sucker,” but as a human who can empathize with other humans, I […]

Riot Fest Chicago Day 1: Rise Against, Circa Survive, Of Mice & Men, NOFX, Jane's Addiction, Emarosa

Photographer: Ryan Bakerink and Rebecca Reed AP photographer Ryan Bakerink brings you exclusive Riot Fest Chicago shots from Rise Against, Circa Survive, Of Mice & Men, Pianos Become The Teeth, Jane's Addiction, Emarosa and Pussy Riot's discussion panel while photographer Rebecca Reed covers NOFX. Also check out our other Riot Chicago galleries:  City And Colour, Dashboard Confessional, Say Anything, the […]

In Defense Of The Genre: 5 Seconds Of Summer's favorite pop-punk songs

Whether you consider 5 Seconds Of Summer a boy band, a pop-punk band or something in-between, there’s no denying their love for the likes of Green Day, Blink-182, and All Time Low. (Along with these scene staples, 5SOS also devour music by bands including Of Mice & Men, Anarbor and Sleeping With Sirens.) With that […]

Who should win the APMA for Artist Of The Year?

With the inaugural AP Music Awards taking place July 21, 2014, at the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame And Museum at North Coast Harbor, we thought we would use the weeks leading up to the historic event to give you a category-by-category breakdown of the nominees so you can be an informed voter. We […]

Linkin Park announce European Hunting Party Tour with Of Mice & Men

Linkin Park recently released their sixth studio album, The Hunting Party. As a follow up to their upcoming US headliner with AFI and Thirty Seconds To Mars, the band have announced that they will be over in the UK and Europe for the Hunting Party Tour this November. Support will come from Rise Records' outfit, Of Mice & Men. General sale tickets are […]

Slipknot, Danzig, Of Mice & Men, Atreyu, Hatebreed, Suicide Silence, more announced for Knotfest

Now entering its third year, Slipknot have announced the lineup for Knotfest 2014, taking place from October 24-26 at the San Manuel Amphitheatre & Campgrounds in San Bernardino, CA. Their dark carnival experience will also be brought to Japan this year (November 15-16), with Limp Bizkit, Korn, Lamb Of God and more joining them overseas. Tickets for Knotfest USA go on […]

Of Mice & Men release "Bones Exposed" live music video

Of Mice & Men, who are nominated for two APMAs, have released a live music video for “Bones Exposed” featuring recent footage from London, England. Earlier this year, the former AP cover stars released the official music video for the track, followed by one for “Would You Still Be There.”  OM&M’s Phil Manansala is nominated for […]

Rock On The Range photo recap with Of Mice & Men, Killswitch Engage, Sleepwave, more

Photographer: Brad Heaton AP photographer Brad Heaton delivers exclusive shots from Rock On The Range 2014 of Killswitch Engage, Of Mice & Men, Slayer, Miss May I, Sleepwave, Avenged Sevenfold, We Came As Romans, Mastodon and more!

Breaking Down The APMAs: Best Guitarist

With the inaugural AP Music Awards taking place July 21, 2014, at the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame And Museum at North Coast Harbor, we thought we would use the weeks leading up to the historic event to give you a category-by-category breakdown of the nominees so you can be an informed voter. Read […]

Festival Breakdown: Which Riot Fest should you go to?

Last night, the internet let out a collective gasp as Riot Fest organizers released the lineups for their Chicago and Denver iterations, as well as capped off their already-announced Toronto fest with the addition of mope-rock legends the Cure. Given that all three fests take place in a three-week span this September, and all three […]

Listen along to AP #310, featuring A Day To Remember, Chiodos, the Used, MMF and more

Our May 2014 issue: AP 310, features our superhero-themed cover story on A Day To Remember as well as Chiodos, Memphis May Fire and the Used feature stories. Listen along as you meet this month’s AP&R and AP Recs artists (Cloud Nothings, Nothing, Seahaven, Morning Glory, Eagulls, Silver Snakes), learn about the industry and your favorite […]
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