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Lesibu Grand release new stop-motion video for "I'm Not Sorry"—watch
Lesibu Grand are done apologizing to others in their latest track “I’m Not Sorry,” exclusively premiering with Alternative Press. “I’m Not Sorry” takes inspiration from early ’80s bands such as the Motels and Berlin. The band also explore a more sincere, self-reflective side of their work in comparison to some of their recent songs that […]
These 10 vocalists were punk-rock standard-bearers during the ‘00s
Welcome to Alternative Press’ 10 best punk vocalists of the ‘00s. When we counted down that decade’s finest punk guitarists, we noted that the beginning of the new century was a turning point. The ‘90s began with Nirvana breaking down the door for punk-influenced alternative acts to become the mainstream music of the decade, peaked […]
These 10 bands made Boston one of America’s greatest punk-rock towns
A greasy R&B riff rips from the speakers, coated in more fuzz than a peach orchard wearing a 50-year-old wool sweater. A singer with a sneer that could wilt Elvis’ upper lip indicates he’s gonna tell you a story about his town. He snarls about hanging out by the notoriously polluted Charles River, “along with […]
These 15 classic albums made 1996 a crucial year in punk history
1996: President Bill Clinton was squaring off against Kansas Sen. Bob Dole in a successful bid for a second term in the White House. On April 3, former math professor Ted Kaczynski was arrested in his remote Montana cabin, suspected (correctly, it turns out) to be American domestic terrorist the Unabomber. Conservative public policy bulwark […]
10 underrated Dave Grohl cover performances you need to hear
Foo Fighters fans—and fans of Dave Grohl in general—know that he’s a big fan of the cover song. Fact is, Nirvana had a thing for covers, too, especially ones that their raucous audience wouldn’t, and couldn’t, see coming from a second stage away, never mind a mile. Hell, once Nirvana even dug deep into the […]
10 songs from the '80s we need to hear in 'Stranger Things' season 4
It’s hard to believe that, had it not been for the COVID-19 pandemic, we likely would’ve already seen season 4 of Stranger Things play out. As it stands, though, the series only just resumed in October and has yet to confirm a release date. As anxious as we are to see what comes next, the break’s […]
10 singers whose first band will probably surprise you
Many of you are no doubt listening to the new Gwen Stefani single and thinking back to when you first heard Tragic Kingdom. Where you were, what you were doing, how long the show Beverly Hills, 90210 could possibly last. Hate to break it to you, ’90s kids, but there are a ton of teenagers […]
2019 in memoriam: Remembering the ones we lost
Music, movies, tours: Obviously, there were plenty of cool and wonderful things that were brought into the world in 2019. But there was a significant amount of sadness, as well. We did lose many members of the scene and pioneering alt-rock artists, as well as respected and loved pop culture figures. Here are a few […]
Red Hot Chili Peppers perform The Cars tribute in honor of late Ric Ocasek
The Red Hot Chili Peppers have honored the late co-founder of The Cars, Ric Ocasek, by covering the band’s track “Just What I Needed”. The Chili Peppers join the Killers and blink-182 artist Mark Hoppus with tributes to Ocasek. Read more: Pale Waves debut pop-punk track “Tomorrow” at Glasgow gig On Sunday, the lead singer […]
The Killers cover classic the Cars track in honor of late Ric Ocasek
The Killers have honored the late co-founder of The Cars, Ric Ocasek, by covering the band’s track “My Best Friend’s Girl”. On Sunday, the lead singer of the iconic rock band tragically passed away at his home in New York City at the age of 75. Read more: ‘The Craft’ reboot announces its next generation […]
Mark Hoppus, Weezer, more pay tribute to the Cars singer Ric Ocasek
On Sunday Ric Ocasek, the lead singer of the Cars, tragically passed away at his home in New York City at the age of 75. Following the news of Ocasek’s death, fellow musicians and artists shared an outpour of love, tributes and condolences for the late singer. From Weezer to blink-182 frontman Mark Hoppus, you […]
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 […]
Weezer to record new album with Ric Ocasek starting in January; greatest hits album in the works
With the exception of the news of the Weezer Cruise returning in 2014, all has been quiet in camp Weezer. That's about to change: At a fan event in Los Angeles on Oct. 25, frontman Rivers Cuomo answered questions about the band's upcoming plans, and according to multiple attendees, he said the band will begin […]
Weezer debut "You Might Think" music video
Three-time AP cover stars Weezer have released the official music video for their cover of the Cars' “You Might Think.” The track is taken from the soundtrack to Cars 2, which is in stores now, and is featured in the film, which hits theaters this Friday,
Weezer release cover of the Cars' "You Might Think"
Weezer have released their cover of the Cars' classic song, “You Might Think.” You can stream it here or below. The track will be included on the Cars 2 soundtrack, which will be released June 14 via Disney Records (and can be pre-ordered here).
