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The 50 best albums of 2020 in alternative, pop punk, metal and beyond

If we could identify one incandescent moment to come out of the coronavirus pandemic, it would have to be having large stretches of time to listen to albums. Yes, in 2020, most of us binged on Netflix and chilled the best we could. But streaming services made access to music downright infinite. We could finally […]

Picturesque bring "ATTN:" to sophomore album with electric music video

In a time when it feels like doomsday is only moments away, rock outfit Picturesque are teaming up with AltPress to offer you something else to give your “ATTN:” to with a bright and electrifying new music video.  Along with the new single, the band are also announcing details of their upcoming full-length, Do You […]

Scary Kids Scaring Kids announce additional reunion tour dates

Arizona post-hardcore team Scary Kids Scaring Kids will hit the road for some East Coast dates this summer. The tour commences June 27 in Chicago, ending in Worcester, Massachusetts July 12. The response to the band’s first tour since 2010 was overwhelmingly positive: Fans sold out the majority of dates, thereby making an East Coast […]

Picturesque tackle their apprehensions in "Necessary" video

Picturesque have been dropping a series of songs exploring dating apps and hook up culture over the past while and they’re back with another in the way of “Necessary.” The band are releasing the new single alongside a music video via Equal Vision Records. Read More: ‘Punk’d’ is getting another reboot with Chance The Rapper as […]

10 times the scene covered Halsey with their own spin

Mesmerizing and motivating musician Halsey is no stranger to our scene, often citing the Maine, Bring Me The Horizon and Panic! At The Disco as some of her favorite bands. She’s never been ashamed of her alternative roots, which makes her our favorite emo scene queen.  The feelings are clearly mutual, as our scene continues […]

Picturesque return to the scene of all of their “Crimes”—watch

Picturesque kicked off this week with a simple question: Who killed Kyle Hollis? The alt act continued the suspenseful teasing over the next few days, leaving fans on edge. Now, the band are teaming up with AltPress to exclusively reveal the fate of their frontman through the cinematic new video for “Crimes.” Picturesque—Hollis, bassist Jordan […]

10 Halloween-themed fall tours and festivals to kick off the spooky season

One of the best parts of fall, besides Halloween of course, is the endless announcements of fall tours and festivals featuring some of our favorite bands and artists. So why not combine our love of fall tours and our favorite holiday to compile a list of must-attend Halloween and horror-themed shows? From Ice Nine Kills […]

Picturesque announce U.S. summer headlining tour

Picturesque announced a short headlining tour this summer in the U.S. The band will be supported by Sunsleep on the run that starts next month in Louisville, KY. Read more: ‘Birds Of Prey’ breaks “chick flick” perception with R-rating, Margot Robbie says When the band announced the tour on Twitter, they teased that they might […]

Picturesque drop cover of “11 Minutes” by Halsey, YUNGBLUD

Picturesque have dropped a cover of “11 Minutes” by Halsey and YUNGBLUD featuring Travis Barker and we definitely didn’t expect it. The band says that after sharing the same stage as YUNGBLUD on Warped Tour and hearing the new track, they were inspired to do their own version. Read more: Dave Grohl lends guitar throne to […]

Picturesque take aim at “ghosting” in new song—watch

With a newfound confidence in being honest, Picturesque get personal in their latest track, “Pray,” premiering exclusively with AP. The new song takes inspiration from artists such as Post Malone and blackbear. Like these artists, Picturesque are moving in a more vulnerable, melodic direction with their music. Based on vocalist Kylie Hollis’ recent break up […]

Picturesque give acoustic performance for fans who missed their set

[Photo by: Picturesque/Facebook] It's a wonderful thing watching bands put their fans first. It's a nice reminder that no matter how big a band gets, their fans are still a priority and an important factor in their careers. Lexington, Kentucky's Picturesque did a little something extra for their fans, giving an impromptu acoustic performance outside […]

Silverstein, Tonight Alive announce coheadlining tour with Broadside, Picturesque

[Photo by: Wyatt Clough/Silverstein] Silverstein and Tonight Alive have announced a massive coheadlining tour to kick off 2018 the right way, with support from Broadside and Picturesque.  “The Get Free Tour” will be kicking off in Cleveland, OH January 19 and hit cities across the United States before wrapping up March 1 in Pittsburgh, PA. Read […]

The Color Morale headlining July with the Plot In You, Dayseeker and Picturesque

The Color Morale are getting ready to begin their July headlining tour with support from the Plot In You, Dayseeker and Picturesque. The tour is named after their most recent studio album, 2016's Desolate Devine, released on Fearless Records. Tickets are available in advance here. HEAR MORE: The Color Morale release new album, ‘Desolate Divine’—listen TOUR DATES: 7/5: […]

Picturesque (Equal Vision) soar on new single, "Fake Fiction"

Lexington, Kentucky's Picturesque are premiering “Fake Fiction,” a soaring new single set to appear on their debut studio album. Arriving in 2017 on Equal Vision Records, the LP was recorded in Los Angeles, CA with producer Erik Ron (Saosin, Issues, Too Close To Touch, Sylar). “The song is about staying in an unhealthy relationship when the […]

Secrets announce North American tour

San Diego-based Secrets have announced a North American tour with support coming from Palisades, Too Close To Touch and Picturesque. The tour kicks off in Sacramento, CA on February 24 and wraps up in Los Angeles, CA on March 27. All dates are below. Read more: Secrets release video for new single, “Rise Up” VIP tickets, […]

Picturesque (Equal Vision Records) stream new EP, 'Monstrous Things'

Kentucky post-hardcore quintet Picturesque are now streaming their forthcoming Equal Vision Records EP, titled Monstrous Things. Comprised of six tracks—three from their self-titled EP, three brand new—you can listen to the full effort below before its official release tomorrow, November 20. Read more: 14 Songs You Need To Hear from October 2015 “'Monstrous Things' is a continuation of […]

14 Songs You Need To Hear from October 2015

Sometimes the rock world can get noisy, and we don’t just mean in decibels or static. Often the signal-to-noise ratio is more noise than signal. But no worries: We read, listen to and watch everything so we can sort it for you. Here are some of our favorite new songs and videos of October 2015, […]

Picturesque (Equal Vision Records) elevate '00s post-hardcore on "Unannounced" (exclusive)

Lexington, Kentucky's Picturesque are teaming up with AltPress for the premiere of their latest single, “Unannounced.” The track takes the beloved post-hardcore mold and elevates it higher than ever before. Listen below and be sure to leave us a comment with your thoughts. “Monstrous Things is a continuation of the debut self titled EP we […]

Our Last Night announce fall tour with Palisades, Hail The Sun, more

Following an upcoming run of Russian/European tour dates that'll wrap on November 8, Our Last Night will return to North America for a 25-date tour with Palisades, Hail The Sun and Equal Vision Records' most recent signees, Picturesque. The tour kicks off on November 11 in Orangevale, California before hitting several markets across The States, […]

Four new unsigned bands you should check out this month

Welcome to the second installment of our new AP&R online series. Some of you may be thinking, “Wait. Isn’t this usually in the magazine?” Yes, it is, but we’re upping the ante with this section in our new issues by giving your favorite among our scouted unsigned artists an opportunity for a larger print feature […]