Blue Rev marks Alvvays' first album in five years. In an interview with AP, Molly Rankin discusses how a robbery and experimentation influenced its creation.
The Warning are quickly becoming one of hard rock’s most remarkable acts. The group discuss how the message of their new album ERROR cracks the Gen-Z mold.
There’s the classic adage that a picture is worth a thousand words. However, a quality band T-shirt is worth a million. Our music tastes are synonymous with our personalities and how we express ourselves, so what better way to embody this than to dive into a collection of classic T-shirts?
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The Killers have released “The Getting By II” with an accompanying music video. A reimaged version of “The Getting By” from their seventh album, Pressure Machine, the track appears on the deluxe version.
The deluxe version of Pressure Machine features newly realized versions of select songs from the album.
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This year’s MTV Europe Music Awards hosted some of today’s biggest names in music. Among those in attendance was Italian rock band Måneskin, who were nominees in multiple categories.
The four-piece took home the award for Best Rock Act. While it was exc...
Britpop was the sound of England taking back rock ‘n’ roll after American grunge and alt rock had annexed the world’s airwaves and charts for the first half of the ‘90s. Vox amps, Union Jacks, 1964 Paul McCartney haircuts, Ben Sherman shirts and Chelsea boots became all the rage, as bands plundered their British Invasion, David Bowie and early punk records for ideas.
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Bad Suns are setting the bar incredibly high for this summer. With their dreamy new single “Heaven Is A Place In My Head” hitting streaming this week, the group are channeling the energy they exude onstage into the track. Painting vivid imagery through lyrics such as, “Summer nеver lasts as long as you want it to/As long as I'm next to you, don't wake me/I'm living in a goddamn daydream/Nothing ev
Flashback to your 2000s scene phase. You’re a day out from a road trip and focused entirely on prepping. Does that mean double-checking your suitcase or gas tank, though? Of course not. You’re more concerned with loading up your iPod with alternative summer hits.
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Firefly Music Festival has announced its 2021 lineup. The iconic music festival will return this year for four days, taking place Sept. 23-26.
The event will be held at the Woodlands at Dover International Speedway in Dover, Delaware. In total, the festival will host over 120 artists, along with a wide range of amenities and other experiences...
Even though we're always on the hunt for new releases, covers of old songs from our favorite artists are always gifts welcomed with open arms.
There's something about a cover song that is always exciting, especially when other musicians are the ones showing their karaoke skills...
Ever wonder where your favorite artist filmed that one music video? While the answer is probably some private set in Los Angeles, a handful of music videos were actually filmed in public locations. With the weather warming and in-person concerts still on hold, why not support your favorite artists by visiting the sets of their music videos...
If there's one universal truth to alternative music, it's that there's no one path to success. Many talented artists grind for years, putting out record after record until one day they accumulate a global following. Others may find commercial success following the release of their debut album...
We're well aware that there's a bit of an '80s renaissance going on in pop culture. From soundtracking shows to influencing alternative artists with synth-pop and darkwave, the music of the decade is certainly a prominent force in the modern age.
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At this point, many of us are aware that the music industry is male-dominated when it comes to band leaders. However, when you look at musicians drumming at the back of the stage, there are even fewer women in that position.
By showcasing some of our favorite women in the drumming world today, we're proving that ladies can beat the skins with ease and are so cool, they’ll make young people everywh
We've already established that there are some surprises that come with RIAA certifications. That said, there's nothing more troubling than realizing that some of the most iconic alternative albums have never been certified gold.
It's not particularly surprising that there are some discrepancies between an album's generalized reception and its certification standing. Aft...
Branding is one hell of an important factor to achieving success and maintaining a fanbase in music. So, it's no surprise that many musicians use their solo projects as an avenue for genre experimentation.
We've seen it countless times to varying extents. Som...
Is there anything more distinctly indicative of late-2000s culture than living room setlists? Transcending the confines of genre, the Rock Band series allowed us to connect with our favorite songs in the most intimate way possible—by performing them.
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Discovering bonus tracks to your favorite albums was hands-down one of the best feelings ever back in the 2000s.
Before the rise of streaming services, instant downloads and damn near limitless music collections, B-sides and other limited releases were like gold. If ...
Musical talent often transcends any individual instrument. A piano player may often feel inclined to try out their voice. A guitarist may dabble with the bass. Often, though, career musicians opt to dedicate themselves entirely to a specific role...