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20 scene albums from 2009 that dominated your iPod playlists
In 2009, Myspace was beginning to disintegrate, and scene bands were growing less and less popular. Despite their distinct capabilities of genre-blending emo, pop punk, metalcore, neon pop, electronica and more, the scene started to die and was aching for a rebirth. As the year progressed, new bands emerged, and seasoned musicians cultivated their craft […]
These 10 punk bands of the 2000s were underrated but not forgotten
If you’re a diehard music fan, you have the story. It usually starts with going to see your favorite band and having to endure an opening act so repugnant, they made you want to chew sand. Then two years later, said band are everywhere and everyone loves them. And now you’re even more pissed-off about […]
AP&R Playlist: ’80s-inspired indie rock, punchy pop and gut-wrenching djent
You’re welcome: We’ve made finding new songs by rising bands easy. Each week, we’re gathering the best from the underground and offering it to you in one concise list. Scroll below and check out our Spotify Discover playlist, featuring these tracks and more! In return, we want to hear your favorite. Let us know which […]
AP&R: Ominous nü metal, misophonia and psychedelic misadventures
You’re welcome: We’ve made finding new songs by rising bands easy. Each week, we’re gathering the best from the underground and offering it to you in one, concise AP&R list. Scroll below and check out our Spotify Discover playlist, featuring these tracks and more! In return, we want to hear your favorite. Let us know […]
I've toured the world but still work at Starbucks
A note from the author, Sept. 2017: I’ve found what I believe to be the happy medium to pursuing my dreams. Instead of dropping everything and forgoing my main source of income, I’ve been easing off working and dedicating more time to the things I love. For example, although my main band broke up, I’ve […]
The Apology Tour premiere potent new song "Not That Far," announce new album
The Apology Tour, featuring Nick Diener from the Swellers, have announced their new album, This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things, and with the announcement are premiering their new song, “Not That Far.” The self-proclaimed sludgy-synthy band’s new album is set to be released Sept. 15, and ahead of its release, we caught up with the […]
10 essential songs about being thankful that you need to hear
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! No, not the time when you get a bunch of candy just for putting on a costume or the time when you get a bunch of presents from relatives who otherwise never communicate with you. It’s time for Thanksgiving, the one day of the year when, hopefully, […]
Sparrow Sleeps' new children's album ready to inspire a new generation of music fans—listen
Indianapolis natives Sparrow Sleeps are hard at work creating the next generation of rockers. Comprised of duo Casey Cole and Peter Lockhart, pop-punk fueled Sparrow Sleeps create lullaby versions of your favorite songs. Sparrow Sleeps shared in a previous interview with Alternative Press that they make a point of reaching out to the artists whose songs they […]
Fall Out Boy's Joe Trohman plays lead guitar on upbeat new the Apology Tour single—listen
The Swellers’ vocalist Nick Diener is back with his new project, The Apology Tour. The three-piece Michigan outfit's new track, “Anneliese,” features none other than Fall Out Boy’s Joe Trohman on lead guitar. [Photo by Haley Miller] “‘Anneliese’ is a love song I wrote for a real-life girl who was possessed by the devil,” Diener […]
10 Essential Songs To Get Stoked For Spring
Sick of the snow storms? So are we! Here's a little reminder that brighter days are ahead! There's a soundtrack to every season, and spring is a time for uplifting and upbeat songs. Breakups and broken hearts need not apply. The following 10 songs are all worthy of your warm-weather listening. Songs selected by: Brian […]
Ex-Swellers drummer returns with new band Baggage—hear the new single (exclusive)
Baggage, the new band featuring former Swellers drummer Jonathan Diener, are teaming with AltPress up to premiere the lead single from their upcoming debut EP, Cheaper Than Therapy. Hear “The Biggest Bar Night Of The Year” below and let us know your thoughts! Cheaper Than Therapy is due out digitally December 18. While the effort […]
The Swellers do America for the last time—watch the full set
The Swellers are done forever in the states (tear), but will play their final shows in the UK and Europe this month. Fortunately, there's a pretty decent video of their final set on American soil—April 4, 2015 at Chain Reaction in Anaheim, CA, to be exact. Check out the full performance and their final tour dates below. THE […]
"Airing band drama publicly is usually a last-resort"—a musician's perspective on Blink-182
The Swellers drummer Jonathan Diener weighs in on the recent back-and-forth between Tom Delonge and the other members of Blink-182. After Tom Delonge’s unexpected departure from Blink-182, outspoken fan reaction is probably taking over all of your social media feeds. Diehard followers are heartbroken their favorite band’s troubles are finally out in the open, and naysayers keep making the same […]
13 bands who have stalked the 'Breaking Bad' house
Bands can be tourists too, as proven by the photos they take during their travels. By now, we've all seen the cuddly koala bears and kangaroos in Australia, the gigantic Dinny the Dinosaur from Pee Wee's Big Adventure, the restaurant from Seinfeld, and the houses from the Goonies and Full House. Wait, add another house […]
"Let’s put aside that guilty pleasure nonsense"—The Swellers drummer on music and guilt
Let's face it, we all have that one song or band we don't exactly tell the world we listen to—but is that necessarily a good thing? The Swellers drummer Jonathan Diener has penned a piece for The Runout that delves into guilty pleasures and how detrimental they can be to not only one's musical outlook, but their overall view on […]
36 of your favorite bands covering Weezer
I’ve never tried to hide it: Weezer are my all-time favorite band. I own countless versions of the same albums (you gotta get those OBI strips and bonus tracks, dogg!), have spent far too much money going on not one but two Weezer-branded cruises and pretty much celebrate the band’s entire catalog. I’m not alone: […]
The Swellers announce first leg of farewell tour
The Swellers revealed earlier this summer that they were booking dates for what would be their farewell tour. Today, the band have announced the first leg of said tour, titled the Call It A Night Tour, in which every date will be the band's final performance in that city. You can check out the full itinerary […]
The Swellers to begin booking farewell shows
The Swellers have announced that they will soon begin booking what will be their final shows together as a band. Since forming in 2002, they have released five full-length albums, two EPs, participated in multiple compilation efforts and toured the world relentlessly. You can check out a tweet from the band below, confirming their impending breakup. […]
Celebrating National Siblings Day: 30 Bands Featuring Brothers And Sisters
With National Siblings Day today, many bands featuring brothers and sisters come to mind. From twin duos to brothers on tour, here are 30 bands that make playing music a family affair. 1. Arcade Fire Not only does the Arcade Fire have a pair of brothers (Win and Will Butler), but also an inlaw—Win's wife Régine […]
Photos You Need To See This Week From the Swellers, Foster The People, Blessthefall and more
From tweeting to pinning, being plugged in is a norm for today's Internet age. Thanks to all of the social media sites (Vine, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, etc.), fans and musicians have a chance to connect outside of the typical venues of meet and greets or shows. From silly vines to epic live photos, you can […]
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