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Phoebe Bridgers writes tattoos to raise money for Daunte Wright’s family
On April 11, Minnesota police shot and killed 20-year-old Daunte Wright during a traffic stop. According to the New York Times, Brooklyn Center Police Chief Tim Gannon stated that Kim Potter, the cop who fired her gun, had mistaken the weapon for a taser. Wright leaves behind his almost 2-year-old son Daunte Jr. and Chyna […]
It looks like Dead Kennedys praising Mitt Romney didn’t work out too well
Amidst the ongoing Pro-Trump protests at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, Dead Kennedys decided to share their thoughts on the events that transpired. However, it looks like their comments have backfired. Many individuals in the punk community including former Dead Kennedys member Jello Biafra and Eve 6 have responded to Dead Kennedys’ latest comments. As […]
Rock musicians react to pro-Trump supporters taking over Capitol Hill
What was supposed to be a peaceful transition of power this morning in Washington D.C. was anything but. Ahead of the Electoral College certification process, lame-duck President Donald Trump held a “Stop The Steal” rally where he fanned the flames of allegations of a fraudulent election. These Trump supporters, white supremacist groups and militia groups, […]
The Satanic Temple wants new Mississippi flag to say “In Satan We Trust”
Up until now, Mississippi was the last state to still fly a flag featuring a Confederate emblem. Following the backlash, state lawmakers voted to create a new flag for the Southern state. Now, The Satanic Temple is giving its input on the new flag’s design. The Satanic Temple wants the new Mississippi flag to include […]
Machine Head and Jesse Leach honor police brutality victims in new collab
A few weeks ago, protests broke out worldwide over the wrongful killing of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police. Since then, musicians have been using their platforms to spread awareness, encourage donations to Black Lives Matter and fight for change. Now, Machine Head and Killswitch Engage‘s Jesse Leach are honoring Floyd and other […]
Hear Black Veil Brides cover Bruce Springsteen in support of BLM
Black Veil Brides are taking a break from working on their new album to show their support for Black Lives Matter and the George Floyd protests. On June 13, the band released a cover of Bruce Springsteen‘s “American Skin (41 Shots).” The song was written by Springsteen following a New York police shooting in 1999. […]
Halsey is supporting black creators’ art through a new fund
Over the past few weeks, Halsey has been seen at various protests advocating for Black Lives Matter and demanding change in America. Along with this, she has been using her social media platforms to spread awareness and information regarding the movement. Now, Halsey is launching The Black Creators Funding Initiative, a fund that is amplifying […]
Watch the Killers reimagine “Land Of The Free” in support of BLM
Over the past few weeks, musicians have been showing their support for the ongoing protests over the wrongful death of George Floyd. Now, the Killers are one of the latest bands to get involved with the Black Lives Matter movement. The Las Vegas band have reimagined their 2019 single “Land Of The Free” to show their support […]
System Of A Down’s drummer calls defunding police “the stupidest thing”
Amidst all of the ongoing Black Lives Matter protests following the wrongful death of George Floyd, many are demanding that police forces nationwide be defunded. Now, System Of A Down drummer John Dolmayan is voicing his opinion on the matter. In a new 14-minute video, Dolmayan says that the defund the police movement is “the stupidest […]
Tom Morello reminds the internet he’s more than qualified to talk politics
Back in 2017, Tom Morello absolutely crushed a fan with a comeback about his political knowledge. Now, the Rage Against The Machine guitarist has again shared the image of his comment to remind people of his qualifications. Morello has been incredibly vocal regarding politics and social justice throughout his career. Tom Morello especially has the […]
FEVER 333 demand the music industry do more for Black Lives Matter
FEVER 333 are taking to the streets with protesters amid the Black Lives Matter protests sparked by the police killing of George Floyd. All proceeds from their livestream performance are going towards Black Lives Matter and the Minnesota Freedom Fund. Read More: Lili Reinhart reveals she’s bisexual while urging fans to join BLM protests The band has been […]
'Star Wars' lead John Boyega isn't afraid to lose his career for protesting
As protests over the killing of George Floyd make their way across the globe, Star Wars actor John Boyega is joining the Black Lives Matter movement in London and says he doesn’t care if he loses his career for doing so. Protests in London have been happening since the weekend and Boyega joined the crowd in Hyde Park today in solidarity. Read More: […]
10 protest songs meant to bring unity among people fighting for their rights
Throughout history, people have used their right to protest social issues to create meaningful changes or bring awareness to problems after calling for a better world. Music has long attached itself to this by capturing the voices of the oppressed. Whether it’s fighting for human rights, ending systemic racism, accepting refugees who escaped war-torn countries […]
People are calling for a Dolls Kill boycott over the owner’s protest comment
People are calling for boycotts against fashion store Dolls Kill after the company’s owner made an Instagram post allegedly in support of police officers. This isn’t the first time they’ve had claims of racism against them though as the company has had several instances of displaying unapologetic cultural appropriation. Read More: Cole Sprouse is using his arrest […]
Cole Sprouse is using his arrest to further Black Lives Matter conversations
Cole Sprouse is using his platform to highlight the importance of the Black Lives Matter movement while explicitly putting attention on the issues at hand instead of himself. In an Instagram post, he shares what he’s seen happening in Santa Monica and the importance of what is happening all across the United States as well as […]
Bandcamp is donating sales to NAACP Legal Defense Fund for 24 hours
Bandcamp is revealing they are donating all of their sales for Juneteenth to the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). Juneteenth lands on June 19 representing the emancipation date for the last enslaved African Americans in the Confederacy in 1865. Read More: Anonymous disrupts Chicago police radios with N.W.A.’s “Fuck Tha Police” Today, […]
Anonymous disrupts Chicago police radios with N.W.A.'s "Fuck Tha Police"
As the protests over the death of George Floyd and continued police brutality carry on throughout the country and across the globe, the notorious hacker group Anonymous emerged over the weekend and are showing solidarity with the protesters in various ways. One thing Anonymous did this weekend was disrupting the Chicago Police Department’s radio scanners, and with […]
Musicians join George Floyd protests in support of Black Lives Matter
Since the tragic death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police officers, a large number of protests have occurred not just across the United States, but other parts of the world as well. A number of artists have put their words into actions and have taken to helping out on the front lines of […]
Halsey urges celebrities to stop staying silent about George Floyd
A number of prominent artists are continuing to voice their opinions about the death of George Floyd. Floyd was tragically killed by police after one of the four police officers involved in his arrest knelt on his neck in an incident caught on video. Numerous protests are breaking out and investigations into his death have been launched. Many artists and […]
Musicians react following the death of George Floyd in police custody
On May 25, Minneapolis resident George Floyd was tragically killed by police after one of the four police officers involved in his arrest knelt on his neck in an incident caught on video (warning: the video is very graphic). 46-year-old Floyd died during his arrest leading to his sister Bridget Floyd calling for the four […]
