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Courier Club bring post-punk, new wave vibes on "It Takes Time"–listen

Today AltPress is premiering “It Takes Time,” the new track from Philadelphia-based post-punk outfit Courier Club. Although it’s not as dark as most bands deemed “post-punk,” the quartet bring a dance-floor sensibility to the proceedings. “It Takes Time” sounds great on your playlists alongside artists such as the Killers, Metric and Tokyo Police Club. In […]

Loathe bring the rock (and the roar) on “Screaming”–listen

Would you rather destroy an enemy or caress a loved one for hours? If you need a soundtrack for either act, Loathe have you covered. The British metalcore band are debuting a new track, “Screaming,” with AltPress today. “Much like its surrounding family of tracks, ‘Screaming’ offers a brand-new perspective and identity for Loathe,” guitarist […]

Lo Blow aim for higher consciousness with "New Heirs"–watch

The Tucson, Arizona, quintet LO BLOW define themselves as “five gentlemen making music that they want to hear, some heavy-hitting drums with crashing waves of distortion and lyrics designed to provoke thought.” Fair enough. We’re premiering the video for their latest track, “New Heirs.” “‘New Heirs’ is a track inspired by Dolores Cannon’s career as […]

Calmgrove will become your new favorite band with debut EP—listen

Today AltPress is premiering Light On Your End, the debut five-song mini-LP by Los Angeles-adjacent quintet Calmgrove. Now at some point in life, any music fan with any kind of word-rendering device will inevitably enter the phrase “your new favorite band” into it to describe something they find special. But by the sounds of things, […]

Savage Hands tackle the effect of drug addiction with “Memory”—watch

Maryland metalcore act Savage Hands have been hard at work on their debut full-length, and the band are teaming up exclusively with AltPress to share the first single, “Memory.” The upcoming album, The Truth In Your Eyes, will mark their first with SharpTone Records, a signing they announced just last year. Read more: Miss May […]

Scary Kids Scaring Kids return for song honoring late singer Tyson Stevens

Scary Kids Scaring Kids have returned to release a touching new song on what would have been late vocalist Tyson Stevens’ birthday. In honor of the late singer, the band are debuting their brand new track “Loved Forever,” which you can check out below. Read more: Billie Eilish puts a literal spin on ‘Saturday Night Live’ […]

American Horror Story: 1984’ fans livid premiere delayed by ‘Deadpool’

American Horror Story is a cultural phenomenon. It is a great series. It doesn’t matter which season is your favorite, it will go down in history as one of television’s greatest franchises. Deadpool is very much the same way. The cult icon turned blockbuster comedy superstar isn’t always attempting to break the meta and mess […]

Breakup Shoes keep it real and radiate with self-love in new single, “idk”

AP is proud to team up with Tempe indie-rock quartet Breakup Shoes to premiere their first single, “idk,” from their upcoming EP, so money, baby.  Last year, the band—vocalist/guitarist Nick Zawisa, guitarist John MacLeod, drummer Matthew Witsoe and bassist Derrick Lafforthun—released their full-length, Unrequited Love (& Other Clichés), showing off their poolside, indie surf rock. […]

CONVERSATION rock gritty live set in new “I Can Play The Outlaw” video

Their booming sound matches a heated debate rather than a CONVERSATION, but one of the latest promising post-hardcore acts won’t need more than a few words to convince you of their greatness.  The band are teaming up with AP to do just that, showing off their new track, “I Can Play The Outlaw,” along with […]

Goody Grace shows us his roots in new “Wasting Time” video—watch

In a time dominated by genre-smearing artists looking to make the next wild and weird hit, artists can get lost in the obsession to be the most unique. Goody Grace is an artist who actually sticks out of the crowd, because he isn’t trying to.  Brandishing enough black and studded leather to play Jerry Only […]

Treading Water own their flaws, embrace self-discovery in new EP

AP is teaming up with Nashville pop-punk trio Treading Water to premiere their second EP, Made Of Something.  Building upon a foundation of distinct early 2000s pop punk and emo akin to Taking Back Sunday and blink-182, Treading Water meld their own brand by putting a modern spin on their influences. Read more: All Time […]

Academy Killer go “The Distance” to bring back the fun in pop punk

AP is proud to premiere a new video for the latest Academy Killer single, “The Distance,” taken from their forthcoming sophomore EP, Lost In Make Believe.  The Hamilton pop punkers are defined by their contagious liveliness enveloped in a bright wall of power chords and an uplifting attitude. “The Distance” puts the band right back […]

Right On, Kid give a glimpse of touring lifestyle in new video—watch

AP is proud to team up with Albuquerque pop punkers Right On, Kid to premiere the new video for their lead single, “Tracer,” from the band’s latest EP, When Words Are Enough.  Featuring Knuckle Puck bassist Ryan Rumchaks, this uplifting pop-punk tune conveys the mental pressure and emotional difficulties of rising as a musician while […]

Alien Weaponry explode against inner demons in new video—watch

Thrash-metal trio Alien Weaponry are shining bright since their meteoric emergence, teaming up with AP to share their latest single, “Blinded.” Hailing from Waipu, New Zealand, the band infuse Māori culture into their unique style of thrash, this time providing a single worthy of a war dance.  Read more: Lil Wayne walks off stage, reportedly […]

Capture garner cult following in new track, music video

Sometimes there’s “No Cure” like a fresh start, and that notion rings especially true for Capture. With a new name and fresh sound, the band are teaming up with AP to share their latest single and music video.  Previously performing under Capture The Crown, the band are gaining momentum following their ceremonious return as Capture […]

Cherubs channel the ’60s in a kaleidoscopic trip through America—watch

Emerging from the unapologetic noise-rock vault, Cherubs are introducing Schoolhouse Rock! to the school of hard knocks. The band are teaming up with AP for open enrollment, sharing a new track and music video for “Full Regalia.” Endorsed by the cult-favorite Butthole Surfers, the band are priming listeners for their return full-length, Immaculada High. Read […]

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 […]

KROWNS stay “High While The World Ends” in new video—watch

In 2018, KROWNS put themselves on the map with “High While The World Ends” and left a mark in the alt scene. The Calgary alt-pop outfit dropped their debut EP, Fake It, earlier this year, and today AP is teaming up with the group to unveil a new video for their debut hit. As a […]

Shiragirl have “Nothin To Lose” in new infectious track—watch

Following Shiragirl releasing 2018 EP, Brooklyn Goes Hollywood, AP is proud to present their new catchy single, “Nothin’ To Lose.” A classic Warped Tour icon, women’s empowerment activist and the “punk-rock Madonna,” Shiragirl return with an upbeat, anthemic punk tune taken from the band’s upcoming concept EP, Andi Underground.  Read more: Papa Roach have one […]

Life Right Now (Attila, It Lies Within) debut metal supergroup

Supergroup Life Right Now come from different bands but know brotherhood runs deep in their new track, “Wolfpack,” teaming up with AP to debut the song and music video. Repping members from Attila, It Lies Within, Nevada Rose and Deception Of A Ghost, the band take their name from Kyle Dameron’s (DOAG) 2012 record. Read […]
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