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15 bands and solo artists who are rewriting the emo rulebook
Ever since the inception of emotional hardcore in the ’80s, each decade had defining bands who updated the sound and meaning of emo to the musical landscape of the time. The ’90s were all about Midwest emo and screamo, and in the 2000s, emo peaked as a mainstream obsession, thanks to MCR, Fall Out Boy, […]
Lil Nas X and Dominic Fike get trippy in BROCKHAMPTON's new video
BROCKHAMPTON are back with another captivating visual from their latest album ROADRUNNER: NEW LIGHT, NEW MACHINE, which debuted last week. This time around, the group enlisted the help of Lil Nas X and frequent collaborator Dominic Fike to star in the trippy new video for “COUNT ON ME.” In the visual, Lil Nas X and […]
Nova Twins drop first remix with FEVER 333's sinister take on "Undertaker"
It’s been just over a year since Nova Twins dropped their debut full-length, Who Are The Girls?, and hit us full blast with their eclectic and empowering brand of thrashy punk rock. Now, in the first-ever official remix to grace their discography, “Undertaker” has been tackled by none other than alternative powerhouse FEVER 333. Spearheaded by vocalist […]
girl in red transforms the Weeknd’s hit into an angsty pop-punk song
girl in red is back with another cover for fans. This time around, she has transformed the Weeknd’s hit single “Save Your Tears” into the ultimate pop-punk banger. The Norwegian singer has also debuted a powerful live performance of her recently released song “rue,” which is inspired by Zendaya’s character on HBO’s Euphoria. The new […]
New Black Lives In Music initiative launches to amplify Black artists
On Monday, a new organization called Black Lives In Music (BLIM) officially launched in the U.K. This latest initiative aims to bring meaningful change to the music industry while supporting Black artists and professionals. Along with advocating for equality in the industry, BLIM also provides opportunities for musicians at a grassroots level. Orphy Robinson, Shabaka […]
10 artists you probably didn't realize Travis Barker collaborated with
If the past year has proved anything, it’s that Travis Barker is the king of collaborations. From providing instrumentation and production for Machine Gun Kelly‘s Tickets To My Downfall to featuring under FEVER 333, Atreyu, Tyler Posey and phem, the blink-182 drummer has been keeping busy. But that’s hardly a change of pace. Barker has been extending his talents far and […]
Paul McCartney enlists Dominic Fike to reimagine "The Kiss Of Venus"
Back in December, Paul McCartney released his 18th solo album McCartney III. Now, the legendary Beatles member is revisiting the album alongside some familiar faces. On April 16, he is putting out McCartney III Imagined, a collection of reimagined songs from his 2020 album. Now, fans are getting their first taste of the upcoming record. On Thursday, […]
10 pop-punk bands from Canada who are leaving a mark on the genre
There’s no denying that pop punk owes much of what it has to Canada. With greats such as Avril Lavigne and Sum 41, the country has shaped the larger scene pretty significantly. We’ll let you in on a little secret, though… It’s still continuing to do so. In the midst of today’s pop-punk revival, scenes […]
10 musicians who absolutely nailed switching genres as solo artists
Branding is one hell of an important factor to achieving success and maintaining a fanbase in music. So, it’s no surprise that many musicians use their solo projects as an avenue for genre experimentation. We’ve seen it countless times to varying extents. Some artists may just incorporate new, genre-defying dynamics to their foundational sounds, whereas others […]
10 unsigned pop-punk bands you’ll wish you had discovered sooner
Pop punk‘s not dead. Do we have to say it again? Though the genre’s mostly fallen out of the mainstream spotlight, there are still a number of new bands who are making their contributions. And thanks to the rise of streaming platforms, they don’t need to be signed to a major label to gain traction. […]
This R&B singer crushed Metallica songs after being mocked for her shirt
R&B singer and dancer Zaria is becoming a bit of a star on TikTok and after she caught some flack from Metallica fans over wearing one of their shirts, she’s proving naysayers wrong about her fandom for the legendary metal band. Recently, she wore one of their shirts in a video spurring Metallica fans to claim she […]
10 alternative covers that might be better than the original songs
Is there anything better than hearing one of your favorite bands cover an old-school hit? Or put an alternative spin on that “guilty pleasure” song you’ve secretly been jamming to for weeks? New renditions often improve on originals by expanding and elevating their sound. And while debating which version is best is often a subjective […]
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