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Skullcrusher channels Radiohead, My Bloody Valentine and more in new EP
When asked if she’d ever expected for her 2020 debut under Skullcrusher to receive such immediate and widespread critical acclaim, singer-songwriter Helen Ballentine at first answers with a simple “No.” “It’s quite overwhelming,” she goes on to explain. “I didn’t have that smooth transition of playing a few shows and maybe getting one blog write-up. […]
10 alternative duets from the '90s that deserved more recognition
Duets are all the rage these days, and largely without the intention of releasing said duet as a single. Case in point: YUNGBLUD’s recent sitdown with Avril Lavigne to blaze through her hit “I’m With You.” That’s just all about making it go viral. But there was a time when duets were truly something special—two […]
13 new songs you need to hear from SWS, girl in red, Magnolia Park and more
This week has seen new music from all across the world and from different genres. From mxmtoon soundtracking a popular video game to pop-punkers Magnolia Park collabing with some big names in the scene, the music released this week will definitely not disappoint. Check out the new songs released this week in March below. Read […]
Eyedress knows exactly what it's like to make something out of nothing
Idris Vicuña, better known by his stage name Eyedress, is a 30-year-old musician doing what he loves—expressing himself creatively through music. Aside from incorporating visual elements into his songs, he’s just glad to be able to turn his art into a career. Growing up in the Philippines, Vicuña never imagined getting signed and being able […]
10 times musicians leaked their own songs ahead of the release date
Hayley Williams made some serious waves on the internet last week with an unfounded promotional stunt. After days of dropping cryptic hints, the Paramore vocalist drove out to a fan’s house to hand-deliver a single from her upcoming solo album—and request it be leaked. Brazen, chaotic energy aside, this is hardly the first time an artist has cut […]
10 bands who had to change their name after already releasing music
There’s a lot of pressure that comes with choosing a band name. After all, the last thing anyone wants to do is totally rebrand themselves mid-career. As Jimmy Eat World taught us, a rushed decision has the potential to cause problems throughout an artist’s career. While most bands are fortunate enough to catch their mistakes early, […]
Weezer face technology's side effects in the "All My Favorite Songs" video
Last week, Weezer dropped the major surprise that they have another new album on the way. Their latest release OK Human arrives on Friday, Jan. 29 and was recorded entirely in quarantine. Now, Weezer are previewing the surprise album with the orchestral new single “All My Favorite Songs.” For the track’s video, Weezer are reminding […]
Every single one of the 36 songs you've heard in 'Twilight' ranked
How many movies boast soundtracks that can maintain cultural relevance for a decade, if not longer? If the Twilight series is any indication, the answer is at least five. Hayley Williams proved this point when she sparked a Twitter debate over the best song from the original movie. Though Paramore had contributed two tracks to the film, their vocalist’s […]
10 albums from the ’90s that need to be listened to front to back
Interestingly, some of our favorite albums ever recorded always seem to have one or two, if not more, tracks that we can just do without. The songs we hit the forward button on robotically, just as the one before it fades completely or comes to its triumphant cymbal-smashing final note. We have conversations about how […]
10 alternative covers by K-pop and K-rock artists that you need to hear
In the past few years, Korean music, such as K-pop and K-rock, has completely taken over the mainstream music scene. The music, and the scene, are seemingly inescapable. Aside from K-pop tracks topping global charts, the fandom has an overwhelming internet presence, and many Western artists, such as Halsey and Lady Gaga, have teamed up […]
Hayley Williams’ favorite song from ‘Twilight’ isn’t by Paramore
Nearly 13 years ago, the first film in the Twilight franchise was released. Fans of the book series watched as Edward Cullen and Bella Swan‘s budding, and awkward, romance came to life while songs from Paramore, Muse, Mutemath and Linkin Park played in the background. Now, it looks like Hayley Williams has a few things […]
See Kevin Bacon serenade his goats with a cover of Radiohead's "Creep"
With how 2020 has gone, we could all use as much wholesome content as possible. Now, this week, it looks like Kevin Bacon has us covered. The actor recently performed a cover of the Radiohead classic “Creep” and, of course, his goats were front and center for the performance. Read more: Here’s the real reason […]
10 bands who still have their original lineup over 20 years later
Many bands take maintaining the same lineup quite seriously, even if it’s one of the most difficult things to pull off. Especially if longevity is also high up on their list of priorities. Those who have accomplished it wear it as a badge of honor, such as U2. Frontman Bono often says they are who […]
These 12 B-side tracks from the ’90s were good enough to be A-sides
Ever get into a conversation about a great song from the ’90s, only to be told it was never actually a single but a B-side instead? You’re flabbergasted and immediately begin pointing out that the band in question play the song live all the time, which is a clear indicator that if it wasn’t, at […]
20 scene closing album tracks that you should always skip to first
Sometimes you have to finish before you start. While streaming and playlists have killed the album experience for some, there are plenty of other music fans who still clamor for the full record. The bands below found creative and inspiring ways to end their LPs with a song so strong, it remains the perfect closing […]
10 times people tried to use song lyrics on dating apps
Dating apps have completely changed the way people meet each other and start romantic relationships, and sometimes song lyrics can be the perfect way to break the ice. In a matter of minutes, you can create a profile and chat with dozens of matches from all over the world, which can make it hard to […]
Hayley Williams has a Ruth Bader Ginsburg tribute in the works
Last month, Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg passed away at the age of 87. As many still mourn the loss of this powerful figure, Hayley Williams has plans to honor RBG in a big way. The Paramore vocalist announced earlier this week that she is practicing for an RBG tribute. Read more: Members of […]
These 10 songs sound eerily similar to other famous tracks
The history of recorded sound is just short of 150 years old. One would think that nearly every combination of musical note, chord and key would have been written, recorded and copywritten by now. There are still countless numbers of songs being recorded and released. We’re not mathematicians, but there’s no escaping the fact that […]
These 20 bands from the late-'90s helped define alternative rock
The foundation of the alternative-rock scene had already been leavened by the late ’80s. The boundaries between the underground and the mainstream started to fragment thanks to Nirvana‘s success. Sadly, that band came to a tragic end before the halfway point of the decade. Fortunately, there were many great bands from the late-’90s moving things […]
Hayley Williams reveals the real reason Paramore isn’t going anywhere
Earlier this month, we saw a different side to Hayley Williams with the release of her debut solo album Petals For Armor. The 15-song album caused the Paramore vocalist to break a Billboard charts record as the first woman to ever led the Rock Albums Chart as both a solo artist and in a group. […]
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