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How MILES creates viral songs that radiate positivity and playfulness

MILES makes music that simply feels good. He explores crafting a “stadium anthem” with Travis Barker and the creation of his debut EP, NEVER HAVE I EVER.

DJ Sabrina the Teenage DJ is casting a spell on listeners with ‘90s nostalgia

DJ Sabrina the Teenage DJ is known for sampling, euphoric beats and plenty of ‘90s nostalgia. In an interview, DJ Sabrina discusses the lore behind their music.

How JELEEL!'s “raw energy” inspires positivity through his genre-defiant music

JELEEL! is smashing genre limitations and paving a path all his own. From gaining TikTok success to headlining shows, JELEEL! is only getting started.

10 best emo albums of 2011, from Taking Back Sunday to Sleeping With Sirens

To properly dissect the best emo albums from 2011, one must not be afraid to use the term “emo” broadly, as this style of music can take shape across multiple genres. In 2011, emo was arguably at its lowest point commercially, as the mid-to-late 2000s boom had slowly faded away at the turn of the […]

Shinigami and Billy Martin construct a nü-metal cyber-dystopia with “Rampage”

Shinigami and Billy Martin of Good Charlotte have released the new single “Rampage.” Alternative Press is bringing you the song’s debut. In addition, Shinigami is announcing his forthcoming EP bioMACHiNA. The release is due April 22 in partnership with Version III. Read more: “People like listening to me being horribly in pain”: the oral history […]

Zeph explains why she doesn’t enter a new year expecting anything—interview

Last year, Zephani Jong went from a bedroom songwriter to touring with Waterparks after securing herself as a social media savant with brutally honest and witty observations. It’s these same homed-in exposés she’s channeling within her lo-fi pop tunes as Zeph. Finding more fans by the day jumping on board, with her puppy Basil pacing […]

glaive talks next album and finding growth by seeing more of the world

It’s the middle of my after-school Zoom call with teenage hyperpop prodigy glaive, and he pauses what we’re talking about — and puts aside his half-eaten Cheesy Gordita Crunch — to show me his “most prized possession.”  When he raises both his hands, which are filled with about 20 unused Taco Bell gift cards, toward […]

15 Black artists who are using elements of hyperpop in their music

Hyperpop has always been a genre that is DIY and willing to push musical boundaries. That independence began with its rise in popularity in the mid-2010s and continues into the present. It’s also the reason hyperpop has been able to fluidly blend with a wide range of styles, helping artists make music that is ever […]

iann dior on his humble beginnings, musical mentors and forthcoming album

iann dior discusses his humble beginnings on SoundCloud, musical mentors, and the road to his forthcoming album in conversation with Joel Madden.

AltPress Weekly: Mark Hoppus, Tom DeLonge, Poppy, UPSAHL and more

Welcome back for another AltPress Weekly. Every week, we highlight the things we want you to check out. We always keep you up to date about what’s happening at Alternative Press. We’ll also bring you our latest music finds, from longtime favorites to brand-new releases. We’ve got another week of new music discoveries and other exciting […]

15 artists changing the landscape of alternative music with hyperpop

Although it has the word in its name, hyperpop is a far cry from the pop music you hear when you turn the radio on. A relatively new concept, hyperpop is the product of forward-thinking 2010s pop music combined with SoundCloud’s nightcore scene. PC Music owner A.G. Cook, as well as SOPHIE and others associated […]

Amindi talks in-depth about her ‘nice’ EP and falling in love with herself

At the beginning of lockdown, singer-songwriter Amindi shaved her head. “I wasn’t filling myself because I was filling this guy,” she shares thoughtfully over Zoom. The alternative R&B (or “pastel rap” artist, depending on who you ask) is sat in front of a rainbow-shaped and colored shelf, creating a halo of green, violet and blue […]

Bad Omens on transcending heavy music with Finding God Before God Finds Me

Bad Omens discuss their genre-bending album Finding God Before God Finds Me, themes of religion and mental health, as well as stripping down their songs acoustically.

6 artists who inspired Lauren Sanderson to find her authentic self

Lauren Sanderson has always had dreams that transcended her small town. The Indiana-born, L.A.-based musician followed her passion for blending alternative, hip-hop and R&B elements and shared her aptly titled debut album, Midwest Kids Can Make It Big in 2020. Tracks such as “But I Like It,” “17” and beyond examine the highs and lows […]

Bad Omens made their album to help others “feel in control and powerful”

Much has been written about Bad Omens’ comparisons to scene giants such as Bring Me The Horizon, Beartooth, Underoath or Slipknot—quite a diverse pool from which to draw. Sure, those bands have all flirted with metalcore, but the ultimate unifier is their ability to transcend heavy music in general, be that in style, appeal or […]

11 artists who are redefining everything we know about the trap metal genre

For a music genre, trap metal is still a baby. That being said, hundreds of Bones-core, Ghostemane-core and Scarlxrd-core tracks were uploaded to SoundCloud by the time you finished reading this sentence. Is there any room for the latest fusion of metal and hip-hop to expand and evolve, or is it doomed to repeat and […]

Eyedress releases two-song single and music video featuring Dent May—watch

Eyedress has released a new two-song single that showcases both ends of Eyedress’ sonic capabilities. The single includes “Something About You,” featuring Los Angeles-based musician Dent May and “Spit On Your Grave.”  The juxtaposition between these tracks is striking. On the one hand, we have a lighthearted love song filled with groovy guitar riffs in […]

Jelani Aryeh wants to help listeners reconnect with their inner child

If you’re yearning for a soundtrack to discovering the unknown, traveling to distant, sunny lands, reinventing your perceptions or embracing new experiences, look no further than rising artist Jelani Aryeh. The 21-year-old SoCal native is the genre-bender who will satisfy your desires.  His personality is perfectly encapsulated in his bright, optimistic and mature discography. By […]

10 drag musicians breaking down the boundaries of alternative music

The world of drag is all-encompassing, combining fashion, performance and music to create a fabulous, over-the-top persona. Many drag queens are musicians in their own right, writing songs and releasing hit albums. Read more: Trixie Mattel and Orville Peck honor country history in “Jackson”—watch Whether they gained popularity on a show such as RuPaul’s Drag […]

10 artists who bring together elements of alternative and hip-hop

In the year 2021, being confined to one genre is a thing of the past. Artists have pushed the boundaries when it comes to sound, so even the lines of pop punk, hip-hop, rock, heavy metal and more can be blurred. Particularly in the past few years, rap and punk have formed a cohesive bond. […]
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