the nightmare before christmas

See which ‘Nightmare Before Christmas’ character you are based on your zodiac sign

Now that it’s fall, we’re not ashamed to say we have been watching The Nightmare Before Christmas on repeat to celebrate the season.  It’s pretty impossible to just exist in October without wanting to sing “This Is Halloween” out loud all day long. It’s Tim Burton season, people, and we’re indulging to the extreme this […]

These 10 iPhone home screens will make you miss Myspace all over again

Apple has just unveiled a new update for the iPhone, and it’s giving us major Myspace vibes. iOS 14 was released mid-September, and, among several things, it’s allowed people to completely customize their home screens with widgets. People can change the faces of their apps, add various widgets and use live wallpaper to deck out […]

Find out which throwback Halloween movie matches your zodiac sign

While some people are mourning the end of summer, we couldn’t be more excited to partake in any and every Halloween-related activity that fall has to offer. When the weather starts getting cool, nothing beats staying inside to gorge on a bunch of snacks and binge-watch movies all night long.  And around this time of year, […]

Here is your ultimate guide to the best emo autumn

The dreary days of autumn are finally upon us. The perfect time of year to lie in a great big pile of orange leaves and listen to Bleed American. Ideal for falling hopelessly in love with someone you know you’ll never get the nerve to talk to.  While the world may be sipping on cider, […]

14 throwback merch items you can buy to embrace your inner ’90s kid

Nostalgia is in, and the ’90s are full of music, pop culture and style choices we can’t help but revisit. From cartoons and movies to classic bands, you can find modern apparel, accessories and even home goods to reflect your inner child. Let’s take a look at some of our favorite throwback pieces and reminisce […]

These 10 soundtracks might be better than the movies they were from

When movie adaptations and remakes are released, they usually generate the same initial response. “Was it better than the book?” “Is it as good as the comic?” We’re guilty of that, too. But really, we’re the ones asking if the soundtrack was any good. It’s that mindset  that inspired this countdown of soundtracks that might […]

Los Angeles just banned a major part of Halloween for 2020

Los Angeles County, one of the largest counties in the United States, just banned a major part of Halloween this year. The ban is part of the county’s health and safety efforts amid the coronavirus pandemic. Read more: This ‘Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+2’ player just recreated blink-182’s Boomer Trick or treating has officially been […]

10 goth decor accounts to help inspire your personal crypt

2020 has been the year of home renovations and DIY projects. After all, if you didn’t spend a week binge-watching HGTV, did you even go through quarantine? Unfortunately, mainstream favorites such as Property Brothers and Love It Or List It don’t exactly cater to those with darker goth tastes unless you count showing some once-gorgeous […]

Machine Gun Kelly is starring in a horror musical podcast for Halloween

Machine Gun Kelly is gearing up for the release of his highly-awaited pop-punk album Tickets To My Downfall on Sept. 25. However, it looks like Machine Gun Kelly has been working on a new project outside of his music. This week, Audio Up Media announced its new horror musical podcast HALLOWEEN IN HELL. Starring MGK, […]

10 movies every Tim Burton fan should watch immediately

With a style blending the Gothicism of Universal monster movies, the aesthetics of a mid-century Halloween party and the banality of middle-class suburban life, Tim Burton’s films always defy convention. If you’re one of Burton’s fans, you’ve no doubt exhausted the director’s library of darkly whimsical gems with repeat viewings. So, while you’re waiting for […]

These classic Disney Channel Halloween films are finally on Disney+

August is already halfway finished which means Halloween is right around the corner. To celebrate the upcoming spooky season, Disney+ has added 20 classic Halloween films to its streaming service. Along with the beloved Hocus Pocus, subscribers can stream Disney Channel‘s Halloweentown franchise, Don’t Look Under The Bed, Phantom Of The Megaplex and more this […]

QUIZ: Which classic Tim Burton character are you?

For over three decades, filmmaker Tim Burton has delighted audiences with his unique brand of dark whimsy. Whether he’s working with material from his own twisted imagination such as Beetlejuice, adapting literary classics as with Charlie And The Chocolate Factory or recounting the real-life exploits of creative weirdos such as Ed Wood, Burton’s characters are […]

Here are 10 badass face masks you can buy online

Even as the world has started to reopen after the coronavirus pandemic put things on pause, people are still wearing masks when out and about to keep themselves and others safe from the virus.  Masks are an easy way to show your cautiousness, and with so many designs to choose from, you can have masks […]

Vans launches nature-themed collection with National Geographic

Over the past few weeks, Vans has been showing its support for Black Lives Matter. The company recently pledged $200,000 collectively towards social justice organizations. Now, Vans is teaming up National Geographic and is launching a limited-edition nature-themed collection of shoes, clothes and accessories. Read more: This is what Grimes and Elon Musk legally named […]

Funko salute the Pumpkin King with new 'Nightmare Before Christmas' line

In their latest “Funkoween in May” release, Funko is unveiling a new line of The Nightmare Before Christmas Pop! vinyl figures. The company has been spending the entire week dropping new figures geared towards Halloween and today they’re also revealing collections for Hocus Pocus and more Disney Haunted Mansion figures. Read More: This cryptic Joker tease has fans hoping for the cut ‘Suicide […]

It’s halfway to Halloween and Disney is celebrating with spooky new merch

Disney is revealing their “Halfway to Halloween” celebrations already and in light of the coronavirus pandemic, they’re making their “park only” merch items available online. The company is highlighting exclusive The Haunted Mansion items including new Funko Pop! figures, bags and plenty of other items. Read More: Watch State Champs’ Ryan Scott Graham strip down an MGK track They’re revealing a full […]

QUIZ: How much emo trivia do you really know?

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 […]

Which alternative movie couple are you based on your music taste?

From The Nightmare Before Christmas to Edward Scissorhands, some of our favorite films have gifted us with iconic alternative couples who we long to be. With the chocolate-infused holiday arriving, find out which renowned couple you are based on your taste in music by taking the quiz below. Read more: ‘The Batman’ teaser sparks plot […]

‘Nightmare Before Christmas’ fans react to Danny Elfman Coachella slot

Coachella announced the lineup for its 2020 music festival yesterday. Artists including Rage Against The Machine (who previously teased it themselves), Frank Ocean and Travis Scott have now been confirmed as headliners. Other than that, the Coachella lineup is fairly ordinary for their demographic, except for one notable name, Danny Elfman. Danny Elfman is an absolute legend and if you […]

10 Starbucks secret menu items to order immediately

Whether you need help getting going in the morning or a pick-me-up throughout the day, Starbucks has just what you need for a little energy boost. Thanks to social media, the famous “secret menu” from the coffee chain has picked up in popularity, blessing us with items such as the Pennywise and Jack Skellington Frappuccinos.  […]
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