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40 new artists you need to hear in April

Everyone loves to jam out to their favorite artists and classic hits, but let’s not forget about all the fresh talent constantly popping up around the world. From pop and indie to punk and post-hardcore, there’s always a new name in music waiting to be heard.  We know there’s a lot of faces to sift […]

10 collabs from the 2000s that were so good, we wish they'd happen again

Is there anything more exciting than a good song collaboration? Given all the hype generated by guest appearances such as Travis Barker and phem on Tyler Posey‘s debut solo single, we can’t imagine so. While 2020 was undoubtedly a year for collaborations, that’s not to say such joint efforts went unappreciated in the past. In fact, […]

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 […]

20 scene albums from 2009 that dominated your iPod playlists

In 2009, Myspace was beginning to disintegrate, and scene bands were growing less and less popular. Despite their distinct capabilities of genre-blending emo, pop punk, metalcore, neon pop, electronica and more, the scene started to die and was aching for a rebirth. As the year progressed, new bands emerged, and seasoned musicians cultivated their craft […]

40 pop-punk albums from the 2000s that’ll make you grab your old Chucks

Pop punk began to rapidly gain traction in the early 2000s, landing impressive spots on mainstream charts that propelled the success of the genre today. This transformative period uncovered legendary bands who produced albums that have stood the test of time. While it’s apparent that pop punk began a definitive era 20 years ago, it’s […]

Top 10 Hayley Williams collabs to add to your playlist

Hayley Williams captured our hearts years ago with her divine vocals layered perfectly over each Paramore song.  In celebration of the singer’s 31st birthday, we compiled a list of 10 of Williams’ insane collaborations, in no particular order. After all, how could one really narrow down their favorite? Check them out below. Read more: ‘High […]

12 reasons the ‘Jersey Shore’ cast are secretly scene

Jersey Shore, whether you love it or hate it, is a cultural phenomenon. The show is the epitome of 2000s culture and defined some of the decade’s lingo, fashion, music and more. At first glance, the show seems to be the exact opposite of the scene—EDM music, flashy outfits and tan people who would never […]

twenty one pilots, Paramore and more albums turning 10 in 2019

Ah, 2009. Ten years ago. A stellar year for the scene—one where rock, punk and metalcore continued to construct exciting new avenues, while flagging trends such as neon pop punk showed their fatigue. Major releases from All Time Low, Every Time I Die and Paramore kept the pace for an alternative music world seemingly bursting […]

Watch Episode 5 of Set Your Goals' best road stories on APTV

In this fifth episode of the best road stories, Set Your Goals' vocalist Matt shares just how far he's willing to go for a free meal and how it came back to haunt him. Warning: this one is pretty gross. For the full story, make sure you watch the video! For more videos every day, […]

Watch Episode 4 of Set Your Goals' best road stories on APTV

In the fourth installment of the series, Set Your Goals relives the night of their most memorable brawl, which took place in the streets of Norfolk, Virginia. To find out how it all got started and what drummer Mike's weapon of choice is, you'll have to check out the video! For videos like this and […]

Set Your Goals return for Episode 3 of their best road stories on APTV

In this third episode, Set Your Goals tells APTV all about the time they went to jail over some smoothies and the origin of their lyric, “I'm just trying to get my smoothie on, dawg.” For the whole story, you're going to have to check out the whole video!  For more videos from all your […]

Watch Episode 2 of Set Your Goals' best road stories on APTV

We recently caught up with Set Your Goals and just had to ask them about their craziest tour stories. In this episode, Dan vividly recalls the band's run in with a police officer outside of a strip club in Tijuana. Needless to say, they learned a valuable lesson that night. For all the dirty details, […]

Watch Episode 1 of Set Your Goals' best road stories on APTV

We recently caught up with Set Your Goals and they were happy to tell us some of their best road stories from over the years. In this debut episode, the guys recall their unfortunate run in with a deer and what they took from it as a trophy. For all the gory details, you'll have […]

Set Your Goals embark on tour celebrating 10 years of 'Mutiny!'

Set Your Goals are about hit the road on a headlining tour celebrating 10 years of their debut record, Mutiny!. Check out a full list of dates and locations, along with ticket information, below! Read more: Set Your Goals set the record straight: “We were just hibernating” The six-piece is planning on playing Mutiny! in full, along […]

Good Charlotte announce tour with the Story So Far, Four Year Strong, others

Good Charlotte will be playing their first national U.S. tour in six years with special guests the Story So Far and support from Four Year Strong, Big Jesus, Hit the Lights and Set Your Goals. Read more: Good Charlotte members perform “Girls & Boys” with 5 Seconds Of Summer The multi-platinum-selling group are returning from special performances on the Vans […]

Set Your Goals confirm 'Mutiny' 10-year tour

Set Your Goals have confirmed that they will embark on 10-year tour dates for their debut album, Mutiny, later this year and in 2017. According to the tweets the band sent out, they will be celebrating the album with performances across the world. Read more: Set Your Goals haven’t “seen a dime” from former record label, […]

Set Your Goals set the record straight:"We were just hibernating"

Set Your Goals confirmed yesterday via Twitter that they'll be doing much more than these two upcoming California reunion shows. We're not sure what exactly they have in store for the year, but we also know they'll be in the UK this spring for Slam Dunk Fest. You can check out their latest update below. […]

Pop-punkers Give And Take stream track featuring Set Your Goals' Matt Wilson

Indianapolis’ Give and Take are teaming up with AP to stream “Looking Back” off their full-length Clarity. Chris Ditchley, vocalist/guitarist of the Midwest pop-punk act, says the track—which features Set Your Goals vocalist Matt Wilson—is about his decision to focus on music. “'Looking Back' is about second guessing life decisions,” Ditchley shares. “There was a […]

Set Your Goals are up to something

The state of Set Your Goals has been up in the air for quite a while now. Activity from the band virtually ceased in 2012, and members have since gone on to pursue other musical ventures. Read more: Set Your Goals haven’t “seen a dime” from former record label, says vocalist Today, however, SYG burst […]

Set Your Goals frontman returns to pop-punk with guest feature on new ROAM single—listen

U.K. pop-punk band ROAM have a new single from their upcoming debut full-length, Backbone, out January 22, 2016 via Hopeless Records. You can check out the music video for new single “Deadweight” below, which features a surprise guest vocal appearance from Matt Wilson of Set Your Goals. Read more: As It Is, Roam post ukulele cover […]
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