phantom planet

Mark Hunter was at the forefront of the Y2K era. Hunter reflects on launching The Cobrasnake and creating one of the first digital archives of the 2000s.

The fact that 2000 is more than two decades away is enough to send most millennials into a cold sweat. It wasn’t all good, but the middle school days were enough to get you ready for the world. Once the new millennium opened up, it felt like anything was possible, and there was a kickass soundtrack to go with it, too. And ...

Fueled By Ramen has signed some of the most talented alternative bands and musicians to date. With 25 years of greatness under its belt, now is the opportune moment to look back at its incredible discography. In 1996, John Janick joined forces with Vinnie Fiorello of Less Than Jake and brought the label to life...

Remember the time Hootie And The Blowfish performed on NBC’s Friends and Monica even wound up getting a hickey from one of the band members at a meet and greet after the concert? Of course you do. You probably also remember that the band actually didn’t play on the show and, even worse, weren’t seen on screen at all. There was so...

Rock 'n' roll is a wild and crazy career to pursue. Some handle it well, throw up devil horns and spray their hair, even in the afterlife. Others enjoy the experience but discover that they want to pursue other things outside of touring and playing music...

Paramount Network’s Lip Sync Battle has a knack for arranging some legendary face-offs. From Cassadee Pope (and Brendon Urie) to the cast of Stranger Things and Tyler Posey, there’s been some solid entertainment. Now, an unlikely contestant is joining the ranks as Sesame Street’s Big Bird will somehow be competing in the upcoming season. Read more: ‘Sesame S... Read More ...

This month marks 15 years since The O.C. first premiered, giving us a look inside the world of the Newport Beach elite. As told through the eyes of the core four—Ryan Atwood, Seth Cohen, Marissa Cooper and Summer Roberts—The O.C. never skim...

In honor of Fueled By Ramen's 15th birthday, we picked out 15 memorable videos for songs released by the label--and, of course, a bonus clip to grow on. Enjoy! Fall Out Boy, “Grand Theft Autumn/Where Is Your Boy” Fall Out Boy’s most popular video while on Fueled By Ramen, the clip actually became more popular—just like Take This To Your Grave did—after the release of the band’s major-label de

Phoenix-based Modern Art/Epic Records rockers Miniature Tigers have exclusively announced to Alternative Press that they have added Darren Robinson, formerly of Phantom Planet, to their touring lineup. Robinson’s mainstay gig has recently gone on an indefinite hiatus, allowing him time to work with some new collaborators. M... Read More ...

Fueled By Ramen alt-rock outfit Phantom Planet have announced that they will play their last show Dec. 12 at the Troubadour in Los Angeles. In a MySpace blog posted today, the band had this to say: "This could be the most difficult piece of news we have ever had to post. Sadly, ... Read More ...

L.A. alt-rock outfit Phantom Planet have inked a deal with Fueled By Ramen. The band are set to release their follow-up to 2004's self-titled Epic LP in Spring 2008. Can’t recall where you’ve heard the name Phantom Planet before? Perhaps ta...