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Here's 20 iconic guitar riffs from the 2000s you’ll recognize immediately
What’s that old saying? “What goes around comes around?” All we’re saying is that plenty of new things grow out of old soil. We saw how the ’90s grunge scene killed the hair-farming aspects of ’80s metal. So it was inevitable that the next gen of rockers would marry sick riffs with expanded guitar shredding. […]
Here are the 20 greatest guitar riffs from the 2000s
If the flannelly, lo-fi nature of ’90s grunge killed the hairspray bravado of ’80s hair metal, then the 2000s definitely brought back some of its technicality and musicianship. The first decade of this century showcased way more than 20 perfect examples of a timeless guitar riff. It was quite difficult narrowing this list down, but […]
Here’s why Fall Out Boy felt uncertain after ‘From Under The Cork Tree’
As Fall Out Boy’s From Under The Cork Tree turns 15, we take a look back at the band’s career the year the acclaimed emo record was released as told in issue #207. Over the past year, Pete Wentz and his band, Fall Out Boy—rounded out by singer/guitarist Patrick Stump, guitarist Joe Trohman and drummer […]
Here are 20 punk and metal songs you can easily learn on guitar
While people are stuck at home over the next while, picking up new skills and hobbies has been at the top of their minds. If you’ve ever had a guitar just collecting dust in the corner of your closet and you never had the time to really learn, the world has presented us all with […]
Here are the performance livestreams and movies you can watch this week
We’re well into this new temporary way of life of being stuck at home due to coronavirus. Retail stores, bars, restaurants and now movie theaters have closed their doors to the public. This means you’ve probably been sitting inside cycling through the same TV and movie options on Netflix and Hulu, as well as music […]
20 positive hardcore bands to uplift your spirits
While hardcore is a genre that primarily focuses on negative feelings and the struggles associated with them, there are a ton of bands pushing for positivity. The so-called “posi-core” scene has plenty of fantastic bands to brighten your day and lift your mood when the world’s got you down and you need some words of […]
10 essential politically charged songs you need to hear
With the election in full swing, take a look at some of the best politically charged songs from the scene. Over the last three decades, bands such as Rage Against The Machine, Anti-Flag and Against Me! have left their stamp on politics, letting their stance be known. Whether it’s a presidential disagreement or a response […]
The Used opener Dragged Under on having music that fans respond to
After a sharp conclusion to Rest, Repose, the remaining members carried forward together, resulting in a much heavier sound with their new band Dragged Under. The band bring together gargantuan riffs with catchy choruses that will hook themselves in your brain right from the first note. Their sound straddles the lines of punk rock and […]
Imagine Dragons singer Dan Reynolds laughs off rock chart criticism
There was a lot of Imagine Dragons controversy yesterday. Billboard released its Hottest Rock Songs of the Decade and Imagine Dragons took the top three spots. Their songs were “Thunder,” “Believer” and “Radioactive.” The internet was sent into a firestorm of disagreement over whether Imagine Dragons deserved it and whether they should even be considered […]
Rise Against bassist Joe Principe selling iconic instruments, gear online
Rise Against bassist Joe Principe is selling several off a bunch of instruments and gear that he’s used to record some of the band’s most iconic tracks. Principe has teamed up with Reverb to sell several bass guitars, amps, effects and more. Read more: Lil Xtra celebrates Hopeless Records signing with moody new song, video […]
iHeartRadio ALTer EGO 2020 lineup includes Billie Eilish, blink-182
The lineup for next year’s iHeartRadio ALTer EGO concert have been revealed that includes Billie Eilish, blink-182 and more. The third-annual show will take place at the Los Angeles Forum on January 18. Read more: Simple Plan, State Champs, We The Kings tease collab track ahead of tour Other artists playing at the event will […]
Faces of Riot Fest: Frank Iero, iDKHOW, the Damned Things, grandson, more
It’s been nearly a week since Riot Fest celebrated its 15th year with a stacked lineup and legion of fans. Taking over Douglas Park in Chicago, the fest featured everyone from the Struts to GWAR. You may have seen them perform onstage with your own eyes or vicariously through social media posts. But we wanted […]
Riot Fest celebrates 15 years with TBS, Neck Deep, Slayer, blink-182, more
Another Riot Fest has come and gone, but this year’s marked an extra special milestone as the event threw its 15th punk-rock festivities. It went big this year, even past its lineup including schedule-wrapped beer cans and the return of Punk Rock & Paintbrushes. The latter hosted artwork from Tim Armstrong (Rancid), Tim McIlrath (Rise […]
blink-182 talk mental health: “‘Adam’s Song’ is just as important now”
As pop-punk mainstays, blink-182 made a name for themselves between onstage antics and catchy songs that often reflected that demeanor. However, that’s not to say the trio never used their platform for good, shining a light on mental health with “Adam’s Song.” Mark Hoppus has previously opened up on the Enema Of The State track’s […]
‘Punk Goes...’ has one volume Fearless Records is still hoping to pull off
On one level, punk is an extreme reaction to the music taking place around it. And that’s why Fearless Records’ long-running Punk Goes… series is the essence of punk, even though its various and sundry volumes are full of pop songs and unplugged renditions of fierce, fiery and furious punk tunes. Now 19 years old, […]
Warped Tour: The only tour that mattered since 1995
Starting June 29-30 in Atlantic City, New Jersey, the Vans Warped Tour will hold its final high-decibel celebrations of punk rock and youth culture. Once the traveling roadshow returns to Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, California, July 20 and 21, founder Kevin Lyman’s great touring experiment will become a part of rock ’n’ roll history, […]
Tom Morello throws fan's phone after warning on cell phone use onstage
Tom Morello wrapped up his tour last night at 101WKQZ’s Piqniq at the Hollywood Casino Amphitheater in Tinley Park, Illinois. At the end of the night, Morello brought some fans onstage to close out his set, asking those onstage not to put a cell phone in his face so they could enjoy the moment. If […]
Riot Fest announces 15th anniversary lineup for 2019
The wait is finally over, Riot Fest fans. The first wave of the 15th anniversary lineup for 2019 is officially here. Yesterday, the festival reminded fans that the lineup was on its way in true Riot Fest fashion. Read more: Ice Nine Kills combat Disney ban with Orlando “revenge” show “Tomorrow at 10am, you can stop complaining […]
Classic Misfits lineup to perform show in U.S. this summer
The original Misfits have announced a 2019 U.S. tour date, and it sounds like it’ll be a show you don’t want to miss. The lineup, comprised of Glenn Danzig and Jerry Only, will perform in Los Angeles at the Banc of California Stadium on June 29. Read more: Marilyn Manson, Slayer among lineup for first Chaos […]
23 musicians rocking the vote this Election Day
It’s been an intense election cycle with a lot at stake for this year’s midterms. From free pizza and concert tickets to Taylor Swift finally voicing her opinion, there’s been a lot of people encouraging voter turnout. But now, Election Day is finally here. From selfies to supportive words, here’s how some of your favorites […]
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