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10 albums from the 2000s that have no skippable tracks

There’s no shortage of perfect alternative songs from the 2000s. But can the same thing really be said about albums? You know what we’re talking about. It’s why we often opted to spend our $10 iTunes gift cards on assorted singles rather than full records. After all, why take up any fraction of that precious […]

10 times musicians left a band to pursue their own project

As bands morph and grow, they can become more cohesive, or they may choose to break up or replace members who need to follow their passion.  These splits may hurt longtime fans, but it’s usually for the best. Everyone deserves a chance to explore their interests and what feels right in and out of the […]

Taking Back Sunday reveal their 10 Top Deep Cuts

Taking Back Sunday are a bona fide institution. From their captivating emo roots to the solid modern-rock foundation they’ve continued to build upon, singer Adam Lazzara, guitarist John Nolan, bassist Shaun Cooper and drummer Mark O’Connell have offered us soundtracks for our youth—and way, way beyond. We know all about the majesty of “Cute Without […]

Shaun Cooper, Awsten Knight, more on the songs that saved their lives

It’s not unusual for fans to credit their favorite musicians for “saving” them through the power of a song. Music can positively influence someone’s life whether it be through making them feel less alone, boosting their mood or inspiring them to find their own path of creativity. We spoke to some artists who recall the […]

13 bands pick the saddest Christmas song they’ve ever heard

Christmas is a joyous time for many, from spending time with family to binge-watching holiday flicks. While many festive tracks are equally as happy, that’s not to say a handful won’t have you shedding a tear. We asked 13 of your favorite bands to share which holiday tune they find the saddest. Check out their […]

Shaun Cooper (Taking Back Sunday) blogs about "altercation" in Scotland

Taking Back Sunday bassist Shaun Cooper (second from right) took to his blog to offer some perspective on the recently unveiled video of TBS frontman Adam Lazzara and a fan getting into an “altercation” at a recent show in Glasgow, Scotland. The video’s below, and at the risk of being presumptuous, doesn’t appear to be […]