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Billie Eilish says it’s “unfair” when popularity increases after death
Billie Eilish has shared her feelings about things getting popular after someone dies and cited controversial rapper XXXTentacion as an example. The 17-year-old artist has previously paid tribute to the rapper that was shot and killed at age 20. Read more: Matty Healy protests anti-LGBTQ laws in Dubai by kissing male fan at gig XXXTentacion, […]
The Ivory host their own neon disco in new video for “Eat Your Heart Out”
Emerging from the realm of echoing synth and tavern-window neon are the Ivory. The Alesana bandmates are now putting their own twinkly twist on ’80s revivalism for modern music buffs. The duo are turning back time with AP to drop their throwback-style track and video for “Eat Your Heart Out.” Reeling back from their post-hardcore beginnings, vocalist […]
Mike Posner suffers rattlesnake bite derailing cross-country trek
Music taste aside, fans from all genres seem to be rooting for Mike Posner on his Forrest Gump-esque trek across the continental U.S. The singer was over halfway through his ambitious stroll before suffering a setback today, causing him to be airlifted to a nearby hospital. Read more: I Prevail snag first platinum single with Taylor […]
iDKHOW is a band for the scene that has everything
Dallon Weekes is at home convalescing after a recent outpatient procedure involving his sinuses. The main fulcrum behind I Don’t Know How But They Found Me should probably be resting before his rock ’n’ roll duties ramp up into high gear, but that’s not going to happen. He takes off his earbuds (currently rockin’ Parquet […]
Iggy Azalea opens up her debut twerkpit to make it rain—yes, really
Earlier this week, Iggy Azalea showed her love for the alt-world in her own special way with the announcement of the “twerkpit,” and it looks like it really happened. Fans of the rapper have been posting videos from her shows where not only did the twerkpit happen, but Azalea herself hopped in it. Read More: Billie Eilish […]
Bishop Briggs takes her heart back in new "Champion" video
Bishop Briggs has never been shy about her badass side, and that rings especially true in her latest music video for “Champion.” Briggs isn’t your regular scorned bride in the video. She takes matters into her own hands against the one who wronged her, and a few others along the way. Read more: twenty one pilots […]
Top 10 pop tracks every punk won’t admit they listen to
No matter how punk you are, you can never be too scene to resist a good pop song. There’s just something about a few of the genre’s tracks that get you grooving. Besides, it’s nice to take a break from heavy breakdowns every once in a while. From Taylor Swift to the Chainsmokers, here’s 10 […]
Iggy Azalea creates twerkpit circle for a “mosh pit but with ass” at shows
Iggy Azalea may fall into the mainstream realm between “Fancy” and “Black Widow,” but the artist has been known to give a shout-out to the alt-world. At the beginning of the year, the singer came under fire for donning that Cradle Of Filth shirt, but it clearly didn’t deter her from her metal interest. Now, […]
The 1975 announce return to the U.S. with fall tour dates
If you missed the 1975 during their last visit to the U.S. don’t worry, the band will be returning sooner than you think. Following their stateside stint this spring, the band announced five arena dates kicking off this fall. Read more: K-pop rock group DAY6 announce 31-date ‘Gravity’ world tour The band made the announcement via Twitter […]
YUNGBLUD is a 21st Century Liability, and he's not apologizing
Last year, U.K. native Dominic Harrison—aka YUNGBLUD—burst onto the scene armed with a joyous blend of hip-hop, punk and indie rock that was unlike anything else around. Now with a new live album, a sold-out U.S. tour and even grander plans in the works for the rest of 2019, Harrison has world domination squarely in […]
Joseph Luca takes aim at addiction in new video—watch
Artists can sometimes let catchiness overcome their desire to make a difference with music, but Joseph Luca’s new single, “Relapse,” isn’t pulling any punches. The blossoming alt-pop newcomer is teaming up with AP to share his latest track and music video. As a genre, pop is notorious for surface-level subject matter paired with a catchy […]
John Floreani couldn’t fake it if he tried, but he wouldn’t want to
Amid the loud, upbeat culture of pop punk, it can be easy to forget that sometimes life isn’t all pizza and power chords. For John Floreani, his life experiences are sometimes better epitomized by lo-fi beats and acoustic strums. That’s not to say Floreani’s new album, sin, is free of the energy that his band […]
Juliet Simms snakes through “Bad Love” video, announces signing
Showing off some steamy visuals, Juliet Simms celebrated her new deal with Sumerian Records by dropping a new single, “Bad Love.” Along with some intense visuals of Simms getting up-close and personal with a snake, the songstress made a statement with the release of her first Sumerian single. Read more: ‘Black Mirror’ creators “vaguely aware” […]
Poppy unveils dark new track “Choke,” EP tracklist
Poppy has unveiled the track list for her highly-anticipated Choke EP and with it, dropped the title track to give fans a taste of the record. The track “Choke” has some serious dark lyrics, but is a mix of both Poppy’s pop and metal sides. Read more: Killswitch Engage “unleashed” a cryptic teaser on fans […]
The Regrettes announce sophomore album with colorful new single
To mark the announcement of their new album, the Regrettes shared a fresh single, “I Dare You.” Packaged with a colorful new music video, the band sets their sights on the release of their sophomore record titled How Do You Love? Read more: Marilyn Manson officially announces band’s new drummer The band announced the arrival of the new […]
K.Flay opens up on wanting to be a “real sister” in heartwarming new song
K.Flay sings about a special kind of love in her latest track, not about a significant other, but a family member instead. Directing the lyrics of “Sister” at a possible sibling or friend, the rising alt-pop star conveys an unconditional level of love that only a brother or sister can know over upbeat, summery instrumentals. Read […]
As It Is drop second reimagined EP with ’80s pop, hardcore updates
As It Is did a fantastic job reworking their songs into different styles on their Denial: Reimagined EP, and it appears they’re back at it. The band released a new EP, Anger: Reimagined, today with three new versions of tracks from The Great Depression. Read More: Post Malone joins esteemed diamond certified club with “Congratulations” They recorded an ’80s pop-infused version […]
Taylor Swift fans think Brendon Urie is on her new song—UPDATED
UPDATE: APRIL 25, 9:12 P.M. EST Earlier today, Taylor Swift fans began speculating that Panic! At The Disco frontman Brendon Urie might be on Swift’s new song dropping tonight. Swift finally confirmed it herself on The NFL Draft on ABC in an interview with Robin Roberts. Check out the clip below. Panic also confirmed the track on […]
Poppy thinks “pop music is dead,” sparks debate
In a since-deleted tweet, Poppy confirms that she thinks pop music is dead. Last evening, the artist commented on a tweet that quoted her recent interview with BreatheHeavy. Referencing herself, the comment read, “She isn’t wrong.” The interview discusses how Poppy wants people to interpret her music, her future plans and the effects of boredom. […]
BMTH comment on poppier direction, don’t mind being the “gateway band”
Bring Me The Horizon have commented on their poppier direction with their latest record, amo. The release of their sixth studio album has brought forth a lot of criticism from fans looking for a heavier sound. However, at the same time, the record has also received high praise and support from fellow bands and artists […]
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