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Tilian Pearson reveals how taking psychedelics informed 'Factory Reset'

“Sing songs of purpose/Ones they feel in earnest/Long after the furnace claims you.” So intones Tilian Pearson in the first few moments of his new solo album, Factory Reset. At first, a sentiment this thoughtful and heartfelt may seem out of place for the silken-voiced singer of Dance Gavin Dance. After all, the band’s lyrics […]

Bring Me The Horizon, beabadoobee and more share their favorite music from 2021

Are the winter blues getting you down? Don’t worry, Alternative Press’ end-of-the-year celebration is here to bring you some holiday cheer. If you haven’t heard already, we asked each artist we interviewed for our December 2021 issue of AltPress magazine to answer two specific questions: what was the best thing you heard in 2021, and […]

Tilian shares exclusive look at the “Is Anarchy A Good Hobby?” video

Though known for his vocals in Dance Gavin Dance, Tilian Pearson has been delivering his own pop anthems with his solo project since 2013. It’s been over two years since his last full-length, The Skeptic, and the singer recently announced the drop date for his upcoming LP, Factory Reset. Along with a brand-new music video […]

10 new songs you need to hear from Tilian, Wolf Alice, Brand Of Sacrifice and more

From metal to rap to indie, there’s something for everyone in all the new music released this week. Waterparks started a new era, and Denzel Curry announced a feature-stacked remix album. You will definitely want to keep your eye on these new songs from new and old favorites alike. Check them out below. Read more: […]

Here's how Dance Gavin Dance became their own hometown heroes

While Dance Gavin Dance have had to put touring in support of their phenomenal new record Afterburner on hold this year, they’ve managed to find new and creative ways to connect with fans. In lieu of a cross-country headlining tour and their annual Swanfest celebration, the band are giving fans something they’ve been requesting for […]

The 50 best albums of 2020 in alternative, pop punk, metal and beyond

If we could identify one incandescent moment to come out of the coronavirus pandemic, it would have to be having large stretches of time to listen to albums. Yes, in 2020, most of us binged on Netflix and chilled the best we could. But streaming services made access to music downright infinite. We could finally […]

10 scene favorites who rocked their solo project debuts

Sometimes after a band break up, a band member will bounce back to save our broken hearts from drowning in sadness with an amazing solo project. Other times, musicians complete and record a tracklist on their own that doesn’t fit in with their main band.  Here are 10 solo project debuts that we just couldn’t […]

AP&R Playlist: EDM-infused metal, chill surf rock and heavy indie

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 […]

20 best alternative music videos of 2019 so far

We’re deep into 2019, and it’s already been a big year in music. From collaborations between some of our favorite artists to sick new tracks from well-known names as well as rising supergroups, the music videos keep rolling in. The list can go on, but we’re taking a look back on the past six months […]

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 […]

13 musicians share their New Year’s resolutions for 2019

As 2018 comes to a close, we are all welcoming 2019 with open arms. Whether you had a great trip around the sun, or a sub-par one at best, a new year can motivate us to try new things, change our habits and even make new art. On the flip side, you may think New Year’s […]

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 […]