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9 bands we wish would come back to make another full-length album
In the past decade, everyone from Misfits and Jawbreaker to My Chemical Romance and Rage Against The Machine has thrilled us with the announcement of a reunion show or tour. And while we’re ecstatic to see these artists hit the road again, that doesn’t stop us from wishing that they’d make a pitstop or two […]
10 artists who expanded their careers through their own companies
After the hell of a year that was 2020, it’s clear that nothing is ever permanent. Musicians, who make their money through merch and performances, had to stop touring. Concerts turned virtual, and meet-and-greets no longer existed. It made everyone, not just musicians, rethink the concept of stability. This is definitely why some musicians don’t […]
13 Daft Punk-inspired artists who are helping further their legacy
Beyond the illusion of their masks, Thomas Bangalter and Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo (or, Daft Punk as you know them) permanently transformed the music industry. Their 1997 debut album, Homework, and 2001 follow-up album, Discovery, introduced the world to electronic music with an unprecedented voice. Over their nearly 30-year career, Daft Punk were always on the […]
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 artists who started in one genre and then completely dominated another
All hail the genre-benders! Seriously, it’s one thing to be successful in a single genre, but to change things up and continue to excel? That’s the mark of a legend. Admittedly, most artists go through some form of sonic progression over the course of their careers. But how many can you name that distinctly embody […]
10 experimental scene albums that you and your friends still can't agree on
The alternative music scene can be home to some serious differences of opinion. Case in point: Just look at the reactions to Machine Gun Kelly‘s chart-topping album, Tickets To My Downfall. These divisions aren’t unique to the modern era, though. Fall Out Boy’s 2008 record Folie à Deux, which is celebrating its 12th anniversary this […]
29 scene song titles so long you'll have to stop to take a breath
One standout feature of the early 2000s emo music scene was song titles that could barely fit on the back covers of CDs. You probably have fond memories of typing the lyrics of your new jam into the Google search bar and discovering that the actual name of the song was nowhere within them. Or […]
This is how Minor Threat ended up as direct support to the Damned
Do you remember what you were doing around this time last year? We do. Prior to their kickass show at Cleveland’s Agora in August 2019, Bad Religion members Jay Bentley and Brian Baker stopped in to blow the breeze on everyone from Minor Threat and the Damned to Sonny Moore and Unwritten Law. Not really. […]
10 band reunions we never thought we’d see happen
Being in a band is like being in a relationship, and many times, that means messy breakups and unsatisfying endings. But on some occasions (usually after a few years), some acts are able to put aside their differences and get back together, either for an epic one-off show or a full-blown reunion. We’ve decided to […]
17 scene albums from 2006 you probably still listen to daily
By 2006, scene culture had grown roots in every mainstream area possible. Myspace took over as the primary mode of social media communication, and bands spread like wildfire once they uploaded music. It was a whirlwind year, as music became more accessible to a larger group of people, Hot Topic brightened its lights and studded […]
You can thank Matt Good for rumors of a new From First To Last album
From First To Last founder Matt Good is revealing in a new interview that there isn’t actually a new album coming from the band quite yet. On the Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean Smith, Good explains their reunion with Sonny Moore (aka Skrillex), the current status of the band and an unreleased album. Read More: Chuck E. Cheese is delivering pizza with […]
20 essential 2004 albums that proved the scene was here to stay
The 2004 alternative music community turned out to be a pivotal moment in time for scene bands. As the two previous years set the foundation for the genre, it quickly expanded. Musicians started to experiment more on albums with genres outside of emo, punk and pop. It was the year scene music established that it […]
Top 46 post-hardcore songs from the 2000s
Post-hardcore broke out as a movement in a huge way during the first decade of the 2000s while shaping how people view the genre today. Countless others had pioneered the genre throughout the ’80s and ’90s, but bands such as Glassjaw, At The Drive-In and Boysetsfire helped push it to new heights. Take a look […]
Skrillex “taking [his] time” on new album, teases release timeframe
Sonny Moore, a.k.a Skrillex recently revealed that he’s working on new music. The produces also states we can expect a new album soon. Over the past few years, Skrillex has been working with artists such as Ed Sheeran, FKA twigs, The Weeknd, Kelsey Lu, Camila Cabello, Incubus, Zac Brown Band and more. Read more: Billie Eilish is first woman to win […]
Spotify users listened to their favorite bands this much in 2019
Earlier this week, Spotify teased its highly-anticipated 2019 Wrapped feature was “almost ready.” The following day, the streaming giant shared the artists who dominated the year including Post Malone, Billie Eilish, Ariana Grande, Halsey, Lil Nas X, Eminem and more. Today, Spotify Wrapped 2019 was finally unveiled, showing us the tracks, artists and genres we […]
From First To Last sell merch to commemorate iconic reunion show
Last month, From First To Last fulfilled our emo dreams at their first show in two years, which took place at an Emo Nite LA event in New Orleans. Now, the band is commemorate that historic performance by selling merch to anyone who wants it. That even goes for those of us who weren’t at […]
Skrillex songs could repel mosquitos away from humans
Skrillex is pretty much one of the most popular EDM artists ever. Now scientists believe his music could be good for more than just listening — it can also ward off mosquitoes. We’re being serious. A study by Acta Tropica featured scientists playing the artists’ popular song “Scary Monsters And Nice Sprites” to yellow fever mosquitos. […]
From First To Last fulfill emo dreams at first show in two years
From First To Last had their first show in two years at Emo Nite LA in New Orleans Friday night, and it looked as epic as we expected it to be. Back in February, the band announced they’d play the “BUKU Late” set, which served as an after party to the New Orleans’ BUKU Music […]
From First To Last reveal how their first show in two years came to be
Fans of bona fide post-hardcore screamo icons From First To Last got a loud-ass valentine yesterday when the BUKU Music + Arts Project announced the band would be playing their event March 22. The band—lead vocalist/guitarist Sonny Moore (aka Skrillex), guitarist/keyboardist Matt Good, guitarist/vocalist Travis Richter and drummer Derek Bloom—will be playing their first gig […]
From First To Last announce first show in two years
Earlier this month, it seemed From First To Last might be teasing something thanks to a mysterious tweet. Now, related or not, we know the band is set to hit the stage again for the first time in two years. Sonny Moore left the band 2007 to eventually pursue a career as Skrillex, returning in 2017 […]
