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c*mgirl8, Kibi James, and Oxymorrons are rising artists you need to know

We’re rounding up rising artists you need to know right now. This month, c*mgirl8, Kibi James, Oxymorrons, and more are the AP&R new music picks to listen to.

Catch Paramore, Bikini Kill and more on the road

This is Tour Guide, a weekly recap of the concert news fans don’t want to miss. From Paramore to Bikini Kill, check out who’s coming to a city near you.

Oxymorrons release second EP 'Mohawks & Durags' via 333 WRECKORDS CREW

Oxymorrons have shared their latest release, Mohawks & Durags, which is the band’s second EP. Fusing hip-hop with alternative rock, Oxymorrons have worked with several notable producers, including John Feldmann (MOD SUN, the Used, blink-182), Zach Jones (Chelsea Grin, Dance Gavin Dance, As It Is) and Marc Orrell (Dropkick Murphys) to achieve their trademark tumultuous […]

Here's how to get free tickets to Anti-Flag's 2021 North American tour

Anti-Flag have announced tour dates for fall 2021. The group will perform in over a dozen North American cities during the run, and tickets are available for purchase here. Ahead of the tour, Alternative Press and Live Nation are partnering to offer an exclusive ticket giveaway. Pairs of tickets will be available in select cities. […]

10 Black artists who deserve more recognition in the alternative genre

February marks Black History Month, and while every day is the perfect day to celebrate artists of all genres, backgrounds and upbringings, we want to spotlight Black artists who you may not know well, but certainly will soon. Throughout 2020, some of our favorite rising acts, including Nova Twins, Meet Me @ The Altar, THEHXLIDAY […]

40 new artists you need to hear in February

Everyone loves to jam out to their favorite artists and classic hits, but let’s not forget about all the fresh talent constantly popping up around the world. From pop and indie to punk and post-hardcore, there’s always a new name in music waiting to be heard.  We know there’s a lot of faces to sift […]

11 new songs you need to hear this week

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 […]

Why music should be colorblind: A complex but basic story from alternative hip-hop band Oxymorrons

Queens-bred band Oxymorrons—the brainchild of brothers Kami (K.I.) and Demi (Deee)—blend alternative rock and hip-hop with messages of liberation and individuality. Their relentless work as a DIY act led to collaborations with respected artists and producers (Travie McCoy, Saba, Felix Snow), a tour with Astronautalis, airtime on ESPN for their song “Awesome” and some impressive […]