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10 women who smashed their guitars onstage and looked badass doing it

Undoubtedly, women face an uphill battle in the entertainment industry. From beauty ideals to rules of conduct, the strict standards that women are expected to meet are undeniably disproportionate to those of their male counterparts. An obvious discrepancy exists in stage disposition. Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong, for example, has made quite the name for […]

The Cure unveil stacked lineup for Pasadena Daydream festival

The Cure have announced that they will be hosting a one-day festival called Pasadena Daydream. The festival will take place in California at the Rose Bowl Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 31. According to Consequence Of Sound, the festival’s lineup was selected by frontman Robert Smith and features an impressive array of artists. In addition to the […]

Passion Pit schedule North American tour with the Joy Formidable for this fall

Passion Pit have announced a fall headlining tour with support from The Joy Formiadable. The band will also be playing several festivals prior to that tour kick-off as well as a special, two-day stop in New York City at Pier 26. Passion Pit will offer discounted tickets for Pier 26 to fans who purchased tickets […]

Video Premiere: The Wonder Years, A Day To Remember, 3OH!3, more congratulate AP on 300 issues

Alternative Press reaches the milestone of 300 issues with our July edition, and a few of the artists who have graced our cover over the past 28 years were kind enough to take a moment to say “congrats!” Thank you, the Wonder Years (and sorry about that super-soakers thing), A Day To Remember, Go Radio, […]

Silversun Pickups Announce New Tour Dates

Silversun Pickups have announced more dates for their headlining tour. The summer run will feature support from Surfer Blood, Blondfire, Dead Sara and The Joy Formidable on various dates. Head below to see all of their upcoming shows as well as when the new ones will have tickets available to be purchased. June 8 – […]

The Joy Formidable announce North American tour dates

The Joy Formidable, who released their sophomore album Wolf's Law today, have revealed their spring, North American tour. Dates follow. You can view all of their upcoming tour dates and ticket information at the band's Facebook tour page. DATES 3/18 Santa Ana, CA @ The Conservatory 3/19 San Diego, CA @ Belly Up Tavern 3/21 […]

Stream the Joy Formidable's new album, 'Wolf's Law'

The Joy Formidable's sophomore album, Wolf's Law, is now streaming in its entirety on Rolling Stone. Official release date is Jan. 22 via Atlantic Records.

The Joy Formidable release video for "This Ladder Is Ours"

The Joy Formidable have released a music video for “This Ladder Is Ours.” It's off their new album, Wolf's Law, which is now available for preorder. The band are currently on the road: 11/10 – Washington, DC @ St Stephen's Church 11/11 – Brooklyn, NY @ “Communion” at Littlefield 11/14 – Chicago, IL @ Top […]

The Joy Formidable announce US headlining tour, supporting Muse in UK and Europe

Below you can see all upcoming Muse support and US headline dates for the Joy Formidable. The band are gearing up to release Wolf's Law in January 2013. Two of the singles can be heard after the dates. 10/16 – Montpellier, France @ Park & Suites Arena* 10/18 – Paris, France @ Bercy* 10/20 – Madrid, […]

The Joy Formidable release video for "Wolf's Law"

The Joy Formidable have released a music video for “Wolf's Law,” which is the title of their second album (due out in early 2013), but a non-album track. Watch it below.

The Joy Formidable complete recording new album

The Joy Formidable has wrapped recording on their new album and follow-up to 2010's The Big Roar. No word yet on a release date but we'll keep you posted. The band's upcoming tour dates are as follows: May 29 – George, WA @ Sasquatch Music Festival Jun 02 – Kansas City, KS @ KRBZ Beach […]

On The Road Again: The Joy Formidable, Part One

THE JOY FORMIDABLE is currently on their first headlining tour of the US in support of their acclaimed 2011 full-length The Big Roar. The band will be sending us brief, periodic updates from the road as they traverse the States. Here's the first installment, from guitarist Ritzy Bryan. Eleven and a half hours later thanks to […]

The Joy Formidable announce headlining tour dates

The Joy Formidable will be headlining some dates in North America later this year as they continue to support 2011's The Big Roar. Check out the details below. Mar 12 – San Francisco, CA @ The Independent * Mar 13 – San Francisico, CA @ The Independent * Mar 14 – Los Angeles, CA @ […]

The Joy Formidable post free download

The Joy Formidable have posted a piano version of “I Don't Want To See You Like This” performed by Steve Nieve. It's available for free download on Facebook.