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Women in rock, from Against Me! and Evanescence to Paramore and Tonight Alive, are larger than life. While shaping the alternative music world as we know it, they also proved that women belong in rock 'n' roll. They all continue to inspire other young women to push against the status quo of the male-dominated music industry. ...

Back in December 2019, Juice WRLD tragically died at the age of 21 after an accidental overdose. Now, Juice WRLD's label head Lil Bibby has revealed that the late rapper actually agreed to go to rehab just days before his sudden death. Read more: You can hear Andy Biersack read his autobiography to you—here’s how On Dec. 8, 2019, J...

For everyone in the scene, changing your hair color and style is a fact of life. It’s as commonplace as wanting to express yourself through tattoos, piercings, makeup and nails. There are so many options for achieving the perfect emo look, whether you like spray-on dye or semi-permanent color from Hayley Williams’ Good Dye Young brand.  Read mor...

If we could identify one incandescent moment to come out of the coronavirus pandemic, it would have to be having large stretches of time to listen to albums. Yes, in 2020, most of us binged on Netflix and chilled the best we could. But streaming services made access to music downright infinite...

The Down Under is giving rise to some of the most prominent artists of the modern pop-punk scene. With bands such as With Confidence, Tonight Alive and Trophy Eyes, the catalytic contributions of Australia can't be understated. As is the case in all notable scenes, though, the underground runs deep. And...

When thinking about previous breakups, it's easy to focus on what your other did to make things go wrong. In a new collab, pop punk's Stand Atlantic and pop singer/producer MOKITA dig into their pasts and reflect on how they contributed to their own unsuccessful relationships in "I'm Sorry". Stand Atla...

The 2010s brought us a new wave of alternative music. From the rise of pop-punk revivalists, including State Champs and Neck Deep, to modern hardcore outfits such as FEVER 333, the scene is alive as ever. Much like during the pop-punk heyday of the 2000s, our favorite bands feel like an extension of who we are...

Wendy’s may be best known for their beef and tweets, but a recent Twitter exchange stemming from a Machine Gun Kelly reference just proved once again that pop-punk commentary is well within their realm of expertise. The series of tweets started Monday in response to a Dunkin’ ad for their new Spicy Ghost Pepper Donut. The post s...

Stand Atlantic recently appeared on Triple j's Like A Version segment where they performed an emotional pop-punk cover of Juice WRLD's "Righteous." The band also performed "Jurassic Park," off of their new album Pink Elephant. Read more: Hear Portugal... Read More ...

If it’s Friday afternoon, it’s time for Must-See Music, our recap of the week in video and song releases, as well as all the new exciting premieres brought to you exclusively by Alternative Press.  Plenty of great music was heard this week. A team of reboo...

People across the United States and around the world have been protesting for days in response to George Floyd being killed by police. Like many, members of the music community have stepped forward as allies to the Black Lives Matter movement and expressed how finding the right words to address injustice can be a challenge...

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 playlists. However, t...

In light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the live music industry has taken a direct hit with many tours and shows worldwide having to be canceled. Today, Sad Summer Festival which is set to kick off in July with All Time Low, The Story So Far, the Maine and more is addressing ongoing speculation that it may be canceled...

You probably abused the play button on your iPod, uh, we mean smartphone jamming to pop-punk gems in the 2010s. But maybe you missed a few or discarded an album that deserved more time.  Either way, we have you covered. Here are 20 pop-punk albums that warrant more respect from the 2010s. Re...

On March 18, Sydney-based band Stand Atlantic put out a call to fans on Twitter. Prospective participants were told to send their name, age and the city they live in to the email address provided in the tweet and await further instruction. Fans joked in the replies, asking if they should send along their credit card information and social security number while they’re at it. Luck...

We at AltPress hold the emo title in high regard and fully embrace all subsects of fans who proudly stand under the genre’s umbrella without discretion, only pure, kindred acceptance. We celebrate those who have first pressings of Sunny Day Real Estate vinyl, early 2000s My Chemical Romance fanatics who enlisted in the MCRmy during the Revenge years and teenagers who are currently scribbling Lil P

Right out of the box, the Faim did pretty damn good in America this year. On their RCA debut album State Of Mind, the Australian blokes delivered songs that straddled the line between perfunctory pop and the modern-rock hits that drive-time listeners could get positively captivated by...

With fall already upon us, it’s time to start thinking about dressing warmer. If you’re looking to add a little kick to your closet or you’re simply looking for fall outfit inspiration, look no further. See how some of your favorite artists and musicians are stepping up their fashion game and check out how you can incorporate these band-inspired looks into your wardrobe this season. Read more: Att

My Chemical Romance sent the scene into a total whirlwind less than a week ago with the announcement of their return. With one Los Angeles show selling out almost immediately, fans have been anxiously awaiting more dates. Those wishes came true as the band revealed two more shows this time outside of the states with a two-date festival stop and a one-off...

Pizza and pop-punk go hand-in-hand much like peanut butter and jelly or yin and yang. It’s impossible to mention the genre without getting a mental image of snapbacks and pizza pies in your head.  While we could debate the hot topic of pineapple or no pineapple, we’re not here to judge. Create your ide...