this wild life

20 best stripped-down songs, from Spiritbox to Silverstein

Perhaps the best way to know that a song is well written is to strip it down to its most natural and intimate form. If a song can elicit an emotional response from a listener with simply the artist’s voice and a singular instrument, then it’s clear that everything is there to lay the foundation […]

15 tracks produced by Billy Martin from Good Charlotte

What does the name Billy Martin mean to you? Does it call to mind an artist who’s spent decades performing as a multi-instrumentalist under Good Charlotte?  Don’t worry, that’s totally spot on. As we’ve previously established, though, Martin is a prominent force in shaping the modern alternative music scene. Between numerous production credits, collaborations and […]

10 duos who prove two people can make the biggest sounds on stage

When you think of musical duos, your first thought may be twenty one pilots, but they’re not the only two-piece creating killer tunes. These bands have certainly proven that you don’t need to fill out the stage to fill the room with hits, so open your mind and your heart to these other twosomes worthy […]

Dashboard Confessional reveal 2021 Unplugged tour with exclusive presale

Dashboard Confessional have announced their upcoming Unplugged tour. Launching September 2021, the group will be joined for select dates by supporting artists This Wild Life, Into It. Over It., Seahaven and Armon Jay. Alternative Press and Live Nation have partnered to offer an exclusive presale for the Unplugged tour. Available Wednesday, May 19 at 10 […]

Faces of Riot Fest: Frank Iero, iDKHOW, the Damned Things, grandson, more

It’s been nearly a week since Riot Fest celebrated its 15th year with a stacked lineup and legion of fans. Taking over Douglas Park in Chicago, the fest featured everyone from the Struts to GWAR. You may have seen them perform onstage with your own eyes or vicariously through social media posts. But we wanted […]

Riot Fest celebrates 15 years with TBS, Neck Deep, Slayer, blink-182, more

Another Riot Fest has come and gone, but this year’s marked an extra special milestone as the event threw its 15th punk-rock festivities. It went big this year, even past its lineup including schedule-wrapped beer cans and the return of Punk Rock & Paintbrushes. The latter hosted artwork from Tim Armstrong (Rancid), Tim McIlrath (Rise […]

Top 10 records you won't believe are turning five in 2019

We listen to a lot of new music at the AP bungalow. A lot of it is good; some of it is bad; but a very small amount is so transcendently awesome. Because of this, we must continually shower praise upon its creators even years after their initial releases. Naming a top 10 isn’t easy, […]

Riot Fest announces 15th anniversary lineup for 2019

The wait is finally over, Riot Fest fans. The first wave of the 15th anniversary lineup for 2019 is officially here. Yesterday, the festival reminded fans that the lineup was on its way in true Riot Fest fashion. Read more: Ice Nine Kills combat Disney ban with Orlando “revenge” show “Tomorrow at 10am, you can stop complaining […]

WSTR drop a new music video and other news you might have missed today

Watch a new video for the latest WSTR single—plus, don’t miss a new tour announcement from Jonathan Davis of Korn. Check out the news you might have missed today below! WSTR premiere new music video, song WSTR have dropped a new music video for their latest single, “Crisis,” which comes from their upcoming album Identity […]

You Me At Six to perform debut album in its entirety at select shows and other news you might have missed today

You Me At Six will perform their debut album in its entirety at select shows—plus, Basement will be going on tour with Joyce Manor this fall. Check out the news you might have missed today below!   Read more: Billie Eilish announces fall tour with a spider in her mouth Basement and Joyce Manor announce tour […]

Here's what merch bands are selling on Warped Tour

As we quickly approach the final cross country run of Vans Warped Tour, it’s time to start coming up with a game plan for how you want to spend your time AND your money. With so many incredible bands on this year’s lineup, there’s sure to be a ton of merch you’ll want to snag […]

This Wild Life drop emotional video for "Catie Rae"

This Wild Life has unveiled an emotional music video for their song “Catie Rae.” Read more: Weezer finally cover Toto’s “Africa” after fan campaign – listen The video for “Catie Rae” follows a couple from childhood to old age, showcasing different phases of their life, and it is the third video to be released in advance […]

Moose Blood share "Can We Stay Like This" music video and other news you might have missed today

Watch new music videos from Moose Blood, This Wild Life and Set Your Anchor—plus news from Hope For The Day and While She Sleeps. Check out the news you might have missed today below! Read more: The Word Alive rise above the noise on hip-hop-tinged new song “Human”—listen 1. This Wild Life release music video for new song “Westside,” share […]

This Wild Life agree to play fan's wedding after her request goes viral

[Photo by: This Wild Life/YouTube] This Wild Life's music video for “Hold You Here” gave us all the feels, and the band are giving us all the warm-and-fuzzies yet again after agreeing to perform at a fan's wedding. Read more: Hear This Wild Life’s haunting cover of Nirvana’s “Heart-Shaped Box” Here's how it went down: A […]

State Champs share music video for “Dead And Gone” and other news you might have missed today

[Photo by: State Champs/Beth Saravo, Eat Your Heart Out/Facebook] Watch new music videos from State Champs, Eat Your Heart Out and more—plus, don’t miss shows with Enter Shikari and Tonight Alive. Check out the news you might have missed today below! Read more: Soundgarden members to reunite for first show since Chris Cornell’s death 1. State […]

Real Friends and Knuckle Puck announce two day Holiday Extravaganza

Real Friends and Knuckle Puck have announced a two day Holiday Extravaganza. They'll be joined by This Wild Life, Pet Symmetry, Free Throw and Hot Mulligan!  Read more: Riot Fest 2017 day 2: Interviews with Knuckle Puck, Gogol Bordello and more The Holiday Extravaganza will take place on December 29 and 30 at Metro in Chicago. […]

Hear This Wild Life’s haunting cover of Nirvana’s “Heart-Shaped Box”

This Wild Life have released their cover of Nirvana’s “Heart-Shaped Box,” and it's a stunning rendition of Nirvana's original. Give it a listen below. Read more: Watch This Wild Life’s Anthony Del Grosso cover Toy Story’s “You’ve Got A Friend In Me” The song was originally released as the first single from Nirvana's third studio […]

This Wild Life release new song, "Hit The Reset"

This Wild Life have released the third single from their upcoming studio album, Low Tides. (Pre-orders are on sale now.) You can listen to “Hit The Reset” below. Be sure to leave us a comment with your thoughts! Listen: Real Friends, This Wild Life premiere covers of each other’s songs Low Tides is due out Sept. […]

This Wild Life announce new album, release video for "Pull Me Out"

Indie-acoustic duo This Wild Life have announced the name and release date of their newest album! Low Tides, the band's second studio full-length, is out Sept. 9 via Epitaph. You can pre-order it now right here. Read more: Watch This Wild Life’s Anthony Del Grosso cover Toy Story’s “You’ve Got A Friend In Me” The record […]

Watch This Wild Life's Anthony Del Grosso cover Toy Story's "You've Got A Friend In Me"

One half of acoustic duo This Wild Life—Anthony Del Grosso—has posted a heartwarming cover of Toy Story's “You've Got A Friend In Me” on the band's Facebook page. Check it out below! Read more: Real Friends and This Wild Life premiere covers of each other’s songs (exclusive) We want a full version with the second half […]
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