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Get to know TiaCorine, an “anime trap” artist who meshes musical worlds together. Tia delves into her much-anticipated debut album I Can’t Wait, out now.

TITUS is capturing the magic of turn-of-the-millennium music. Fusing elements of Y2K pop punk and hip-hop, the artist explores his influences and what’s next.

The 2021 tidal wave of creativity in the wake of the pandemic unleashed the full potential of rap–metal goddess Dana Dentata. The brutal persona of Canadian singer-songwriter Dana Marie Wright, Dentata not only brings a bleak aesthetic edge back to the metal scene akin to Poppy on a Rob Zombie binge but also introduces an […]

This is the new age of alternative pop. Charging at the frontline, eyeball tentacles and all, is Californian pop-rap sensation Ashnikko. Over the span of 18 months Ashnikko, aka Ashton Nicole Casey, reached TikTok virality with their track “STUPID.” Though many of her other singles would also become viral hits and garner just shy of […]

twenty one pilots appeared on the cover of Alternative Press issue #400. During the conversation, the band discussed their Ohio roots and why they have such a deep connection with their fans. Our twenty one pilots interview also saw them explore their newest album Scaled And Icy and their deeper artistic goals. Columbus is situated […]

Two years after their acclaimed second album, A Different Shade Of Blue, established Knocked Loose as solid hardcore contenders, it seemed the Kentucky outfit had raised their own bar almost too high. With the sophomore album curse well and truly broken, nobody could predict their next move — not least because they dropped their next […]

On their latest album, Trash Boat break out of the pop-punk bubble to take on a variety of new musical styles while tackling personal and societal issues, from addiction and frustration to inequality and discrimination. For AltPress issue 397’s Album Anatomy section, Vocalist Tobi Duncan explains how it all went down. NO GENRE, JUST GOOD […]

Last night, the music community came together to celebrate the launch of Painted Flowers, a Los Angeles/Tokyo-based art-driven jewelry and apparel company that focuses on creating hand-crafted designs and curated lifestyle pieces. The brand was conceived by the Madden brothers and designer Tadaaki Wakamatsu. Read more: Underoath announce ‘Voyeurist’ tour with Every Time I Die […]

After making a name for himself by forming the Midnight Society collective along with British producer the Virus And Antidote in 2015, Kamiyada+, aka Jovani Duncan, has found his stride working on his solo career. His stage name embraces the values he personifies and matches his sound and aesthetic like a glove. Above all else, […]

BLACKSTARKIDS are ready for some fun in the new video for “FIGHT CLUB,” and Alternative Press is bringing you an early listen. The track is off their forthcoming album, Puppies Forever, via Dirty Hit. Alongside the new single, the trio also shared a stylistic video that exclusively takes place inside a gas station convenience store. […]

Chicago-based musician Vic Mensa rose to fame with his 2013 debut INNANETAPE and follow-up debut album The Autobiography. But that’s not all: He decided to turn to rock music with his project 93PUNX, which tackled mental health on songs such as their Good Charlotte collab “it’s a bad dream.” Since the start of his career, […]

Although it has the word in its name, hyperpop is a far cry from the pop music you hear when you turn the radio on. A relatively new concept, hyperpop is the product of forward-thinking 2010s pop music combined with SoundCloud’s nightcore scene. PC Music owner A.G. Cook, as well as SOPHIE and others associated […]

Iconic hip hop artist Biz Markie passed away July 16 from complications due to Type 2 diabetes. He was 57. The Juice Crew legend was known for his unpretentious, at-times playful approach to music, along with his exceptional skills as a beatboxer. Markie helped popularize hip-hop during the genre’s ascent, transforming the whole music world […]

Tyler, The Creator has released his long-awaited sixth studio album, Call Me If You Get Lost, through Columbia Records. In addition to the highly anticipated album, the artist also released a scenic music video for “JUGGERNAUT.” The rapidly paced visual was directed by Wolf Haley, one of the artist’s various aliases. Read more: Ricky Montgomery […]

The world of music can be an incredibly intimidating force for someone who aspires to enter it yet doesn’t know where to start. In recent years, social media has been a driving tool in helping otherwise unknown artists skyrocket to fame. However, it can be hard to navigate how to use apps such as TikTok […]

POORSTACY expresses his frustrations with the false realities of society and social media in his latest track “Public Enemy” via 10K Projects. Ahead of the release of his first full length hard rock album, the song is a thrashing commentary on the disillusionment of social norms and structures. Read more: K.Flay releases politically charged “TGIF” […]

Alt-pop singer Carlie Hanson captures all the emotions surrounding heartbreak in her collab with MASN on “Gucci Knife.” The song centers around coming to terms with someone abruptly leaving your life and the way it makes you feel. The upbeat pop elements of the song are paired with a haunting beat to mirror the mixed […]

DE’WAYNE has released his latest single “Stains.” The song was accompanied by a psychedelic animated visual which sees the artist surfing across L.A. in pursuit of fortune and fame. The title track follows the announcement of DE’WAYNE’s debut record, STAINS. Slated to drop June 18 via Hopeless Records, the album will feature 11 tracks. Read […]

KOAD might be a brand-new name to you, but soon, this hip-hop rock star on the rise will be dominating your playlists. The 18-year-old Indian-American artist just released his second single and accompanying music video for the powerhouse track “jaunty,” the follow-up to his rowdy, booming debut, “pots n’ pans.” Featuring undeniably catchy hooks, positive […]