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From DEVO to Le Tigre and more, these artists defined synth-punk
One of punk rock’s original goals was “the destruction of rock ‘n’ roll.” While that didn’t happen, most early punk musicians were rock fans, in spite of their espoused rhetoric. Hence why most early pogo soundtracks were basically Chuck Berry with a Marshall amp. Not that there’s anything wrong with that. But this is hardly […]
These 10 bands prove that Cleveland was one of punk’s earliest capitals
Alternative Press’ native home of Cleveland, Ohio, stands alongside New York City and London as one of punk’s birthplaces. Yet, few outside of U.K. music journalist Jon Savage, in his crucial ‘70s punk history England’s Dreaming, acknowledge this. But how could Cleveland—a torched-and-trashed post-industrial landscape by the ‘70s, famed for the Cuyahoga River being so […]
11 artists from the '70s who formed the frontlines of NYC’s punk scene
Since the world first became aware that there is such a thing as punk, there’s been a nonstop argument about its birthplace. The clueless mainstream media reported for years that it began in England, simply because the Sex Pistols’ snarl was more extreme. Which royally pissed off New York City, the first place to essentially […]
10 bands who led the very grisly idea of goth-punk across history
“Goth-punk,” eh? Not as far-fetched as you might believe. Goth was essentially an offshoot of punk, especially its darker early bands—the Damned or Siouxsie And The Banshees, anyone? But basically, anyone playing chainsaw punk rooted in the artsier end of glam a la Bowie and Roxy Music, a fondness for Hammer horror films, macabre literature […]
These 15 punk albums of 1987 brought more noise and power than ever
Welcome to the best punk albums of 1987. But first, some context. Feb. 20, 1987: An attack by a domestic terrorist called “the Unabomber” plants a bomb in a Salt Lake City computer store. The owner is injured. March 4: President Ronald Reagan owns up to what was swiftly called the Iran-Contra Affair in a […]
Here are 10 punk bands who made synths and electronics rock hard
The synthesizer is an amazingly expressive keyboard with unlimited options for creating sounds both imitative and startlingly original. It was not the kind of instrument you’d see in punk circles. Beyond the realm of music schools, synths were big-ticket items that were owned by millionaire rock stars. You know, people who made music punks patently […]
The Cars founder Ric Ocasek was more than just your parents' nostalgia
In his roles as vocalist/guitarist/chief songwriter of iconic American new-wave group the Cars, Ric Ocasek brought pop hooks, futuristic sheen and firepower to an American rock scene whose entire goal seemed to be based on celebrating the mediocre. Ocasek passed away yesterday in his Manhattan home at the age of 75, leaving seven albums with […]
Suicide prevention hotline to change to three-digit number, FCC says
The government is looking to make reaching the National Suicide Prevention Hotline a bit easier for those who need it. The Federal Communications Commission has announced they plan to establish a three-digit number for the hotline that is backed by the federal government. Read more: Billie Joe Armstrong van up for auction again after accidental […]
‘13 Reasons Why’ gets second study linking show to teen suicide spike
Last month, in a study done by National Institutes of Health, researchers suggested that 13 Reasons Why was linked to a spike in teen suicide. Netflix released a statement in regards to the study stating they were “looking into the research,” which they say conflicts with another study from the University Of Pennsylvania in which suicide rates dropped. Now, a […]
‘13 Reasons Why’ study suggests teen suicide spike following debut
13 Reasons Why has recently been linked to a spike in teen suicide. In a study done by National Institutes of Health, researchers suggest the show has led to many “copycat” suicides. In the study, the month following the show’s March 2017 debut showed a 28.9% suicide increase in young Americans ages 10-17. According to […]
Hayley Williams offers hope on World Suicide Prevention Day
Paramore‘s Hayley Williams shared a hopeful message on mental health for World Suicide Prevention Day, the singer posting a series of tweets that detail her own struggle with depression and a desire to overcome the disorder. Read more: Hayley credits music, friendship with her survival “yesterday was #WorldSuicidePreventionDay,” Williams tweeted. “really I just wanna say […]
Help Yourself, Then Help Someone Else: How To Observe National Suicide Prevention Week
This past Sunday marked the beginning of National Suicide Prevention Week, designated by the American Association Of Suicidology to help raise awareness toward the problems of suicide and self-harm. Whether it’s the tragic deaths of returning war veterans suffering from PTSD, the genuinely shocking passing of a beloved celebrity like Robin Williams or the unknown […]
The 16 scariest songs we've ever heard
Everyone is afraid of something, whether it be psychopaths with knives, the undead or the obliteration of culture by sledgehammer-licking pop stars. Find our what makes the AP staffers’ skin crawl with the list of this 16 scariest songs we’ve ever heard. BAUHAUS – “Bela Lugosi’s Dead” –Marketing Director Dawn Marshman BROKENCYDE – “FREAXXX” “Freaxxx” […]
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