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DGD vocalist Tilian Pearson gets Andy Black-looking portrait from fan

Dance Gavin Dance frontman Tilian Pearson was given a painting from a fan who claimed it was a portrait of him. However, there’s something about the painting that seems vaguely familiar… Is that Andy Black? Read more: J.K. Rowling skips annual ‘Harry Potter’ death apology-or does she? Pearson took to Twitter to share a photo of […]

Dance Gavin Dance venue security steals the show with priceless reaction

Dance Gavin Dance are currently killing it on their headlining Artificial Selection tour, named after their latest release. Following their inaugural Swan Fest last weekend, DGD already have a couple dates under their belt. However, one security guard’s reaction to their set has already gone viral. Read more: Billie Eilish shares parents’ wholesome selfies with promotional billboards Dance […]

13 valentines to show off how emo you really are

Valentine’s Day is quite a polarizing holiday. Some people look at it as a Hallmark production full of cheesy gifts and over-the-top displays of affection. Others see it as an extra special day to show significant others, friends and family how much you care with the perfect valentines. No matter which way you lean on […]

DGD's Tilian Pearson unable to perform due to injury

Dance Gavin Dance frontman, Tilian Pearson, was unable to perform with his band last night following a concussion he had suffered earlier in the day. Read more: Slipknot’s Corey Taylor roasts Adam Levine for “rock music is nowhere” comment The band are currently on tour with Underoath, and were set to play Milwaukee’s The Rave […]

Dance Gavin Dance announce first annual Swanfest

Dance Gavin Dance have announced their own personally curated music festival, Swanfest. Read more: Bad Omens release statement, shirt after leaving Senses Fail, the Amity Affliction tour Presented by Rise Records, Swanfest will take place on Saturday, March 30 at the City National Grove of Anaheim, California. Similar to A Day To Remember‘s Self Help […]

Dance Gavin Dance cover the song that saved their life—listen

Like many, Dance Gavin Dance have that one song they truly connect with and could even say actually saved their life. For the band, that track is Third Eye Blind’s “Semi-Charmed Life.” DGD covered the iconic ’90s single for Hopeless Records’ Songs That Saved My Life compilation, and they’re partnering with AP to bring fans […]

19 Halloween costumes your favorite musicians wore this year

It’s the most wonderful time of the year: Halloween. All of our favorite musicians got into the spirit, and we are here for it. Check out what Billie Joe Armstrong dressed up as, plus see which scene favorite Rita Ora dressed up as that confused her fans. 1. G-Eazy as Harvey Dent/Two-Face Harvey Dent / […]

Watch Tilian's heartbreaking new video for the powerful "Hold On"

Dance Gavin Dance clean vocalist Tilian (Pearson) offers a humanizing portrait of pain and perseverance in the hard-hitting new clip for “Hold On,” a powerful tune from the musician’s forthcoming solo album The Skeptic. Watch it below. Read more: No Rome’s smooth new jam features the 1975 “Hold On” is about “mutually surrendering yourself to […]

Dance Gavin Dance clean vocalist shares new solo single “Cocky”

From his upcoming album The Skeptic, Dance Gavin Dance clean vocalist Tilian Pearson just released the album’s first single “Cocky.” Read more: Say Anything drop “Daze” from upcoming ‘…Is A Real Boy’ sequel The anthemic alt-pop single is accompanied by a dazy, summery music video. Watch and listen to “Cocky” below! “Musically and in my […]

Tilian Pearson of DGD unites with STéLOUSE in hypnotic track "Bones"—listen

[Photo by: Steve Thrasher, Travis Shinn] Tilian Pearson of Dance Gavin Dance has teamed up with electronic music producer STéLOUSE in their genre-blending track “Bones” and are premiering the new song exclusively with Alternative Press. Listen to “Bones” below: STéLOUSE is known for rejecting narrow definitions of his music (his social media accounts proudly declare […]

Dance Gavin Dance touring with Tilian Pearson, Jonny Craig, Kurt Travis on anniversary's second leg

Dance Gavin Dance have announced the UK/European leg of their 10-year anniversary tour. They will be joined by previous vocalists Kurt Travis and Jonny Craig. “After unintentionally neglecting UK and EU for years, we are coming back at full force to celebrate the band's 10-year anniversary with every singer combination the band has ever had,”  […]

Dance Gavin Dance release updated version of "Carl Barker"

Dance Gavin Dance have released the third single from their upcoming live album, Tree City Sessions. Hear Tilian Pearson’s take on “Carl Barker,” which originally featured former frontman Kurt Travis, below. Read more: The 10 Best Dance Gavin Dance songs The LP is due out May 13 via Rise Records. (Pre-orders are on sale now.) In […]

Hear Dance Gavin Dance's updated version of "Lemon Meringue Tie"

Dance Gavin Dance are streaming “Lemon Meringue Tie” from their upcoming live album, Tree City Sessions. The track originally featured former member Jonny Craig on clean vocals. Listen: Hear Dance Gavin Dance’s updated version of “Alex English” The LP, which is due out May 13 via Rise Records, features the band’s current lineup taking on 12 […]

Tilian Pearson (Dance Gavin Dance) releases new single, "All I Ever Do"

Dance Gavin Dance vocalist Tilian Pearson (ex-Tides Of Man) is preparing to release his second full-length album, titled Perfect Enemy, on November 27. Today, the singer-songwriter is sharing another taste of the effort with a mellow cut titled “All I Ever Do.” You can stream the new song below. Read more: Dance Gavin Dance singer Tilian […]

Dance Gavin Dance singer Tilian Pearson debuts video for new single

Dance Gavin Dance frontman Tilian Pearson has released a music video for his latest solo single, “Tug Of War.” Check out the clip below and leave us a comment with your thoughts. Feature: 15 magnificent man buns in the music scene You can catch Pearson with the remainder of DGD on the band’s 10-year anniversary […]

15 magnificent man buns in the music scene

Cutting edge hairstyles have always been at the forefront of the alternative music scene, but no one could've seen this new fad coming. Man buns, rowdy rolls, hair dumplings, whichever term you prefer, this new hair-taming technique is causing an all-out fashion craze. Although these boy buns can be found on just about every corner […]

Tilian Pearson (Dance Gavin Dance) streams single from new 'Future Friends' solo EP

Dance Gavin Dance frontman Tilian Pearson has debuted the lead single, “Alive,” from his upcoming solo EP, Future Friends. Listen to the track below and let us know your thoughts! Future Friends is due out on December 16 via Vital Records and will feature six tracks. Pre-orders are on sale now through iTunes, which feature an instant download of “Alive.” […]

7 Replacement Singers Who Saved Their Bands

Replacing a lead singer is no easy task and can often make or break a band. Typically, the change will go one of three ways: death sentence, warm acceptance or full-on fan war. But let’s face it, when a new guy steps into the shoes of an already deified frontman, we never really know what’s […]

Tilian Pearson (Dance Gavin Dance, ex-Tides Of Man) releases acoustic video for "Favor The Gods"

Tilian Pearson has released an acoustic video for “Favor The Gods,” one of the songs found on his solo debut, Material Me. Watch it below and check out pre-orders for the March 19 release here.

Tilian Pearson (Dance Gavin Dance, ex-Tides Of Man) releases video for "Up In The Air"

Tilian Pearson has released a music video for his single “Up In The Air.” Pearson's debut solo album Material Me will be out on March 19th via Vital Records.
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