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LØLØ shares second EP ‘overkill’ via Hopeless Records—listen

Toronto-based musician LØLØ has dropped her latest EP overkill today via Hopeless Records. Throughout the EP’s six tracks, the artist explores topics such as loneliness, isolation, depression and more. overkill followed four previous singles (“u look stupid,” “die without u,” “death wish” and “lonely & pathetic”), and music videos accompanied each release. Alongside her new […]

10 pop-punk bands from Canada who are leaving a mark on the genre

There’s no denying that pop punk owes much of what it has to Canada. With greats such as Avril Lavigne and Sum 41, the country has shaped the larger scene pretty significantly. We’ll let you in on a little secret, though… It’s still continuing to do so. In the midst of today’s pop-punk revival, scenes […]

50 rising Canadian bands by province to keep on your radar

Canada’s music scene is spread far and wide, but there are a ton of hidden gems throughout the country. From the rainy mountains of British Columbia to the far reaches of the East Coast Atlantic provinces, Canadian musicians are proving their worth while constantly being overshadowed.  Here are 50 up-and-coming Canadian bands who are showing […]

twenty one pilots give "Smithereens" performance an NBA Finals update

After twenty one pilots were forced to cancel night two of their Toronto shows due to the Raptors making it to the NBA Finals, the band opened up a few more sections of seats for night one. That wasn’t the only surprise the band had in store for Toronto fans as Tyler Joseph gave the […]

Protest The Hero vocalist writes folksy ode to Toronto Maple Leafs

Toronto‘s notoriously awful hockey team made a swift exit from the playoffs this year, as per usual, but Protest The Hero‘s vocalist isn’t giving up on them. Rody Walker shared a new single as a tribute to the Toronto Maple Leafs called “BeLeaf,” and it’s jammed with references to the team. Read More: ‘Stranger Things,’ H&M ’80s-inspired […]

Crystalyne pull the pop pin on "Air I Breathe" single (exclusive)

Photo: Amy Buck It's no secret that Crystalyne have become AP regulars with their pop-rock from the T Dot. We've been there for the band's EP-fueled growth spurts, many music videos and named them one of our 100 Bands You Need To Know. Naturally, we're stoked to welcome them back with a brand new single, “Air I Breathe.” Stream […]

Aspire have "No Filter" on new party up single (exclusive)

We took note of Toronto, Ontario's Aspire earlier this year, when their conglomerate of neon pop-punk and hip-hop lodged itself in our heads. Today, we're thrilled to take the next step as Jordan Barker releases his new single with the band, “No Filter,” a partyin' pop anthem set to summer. STEAM ASPIRE'S MAKE YOUR MOVE EP […]

Safe To Say sign to SideOneDummy, new EP 'Hiding Games' out July 31—exclusive stream

Photo credit: Kurt Cuffy AltPress can exclusively announce that Markham, Ontario's Safe To Say have signed with SideOneDummy Records, who will be releasing their new EP, Hiding Games, digitally on July 31. We first took notice of the Northern foursome in 2012 on their split with Seaway, followed by the release of their debut LP in 2013. But […]

Weezer, System Of A Down, the Prodigy, more added to Riot Fest Denver, Toronto

Weezer, System Of A Down, the Prodigy and more have been announced for Riot Fest Toronto and Denver. See who's playing where below and be sure to leave us a comment with who you're excited to see. Riot Fest Denver will take place August 28-30 at the National Western Complex. Tickets are on sale now. Toronto will be held September […]

Aspire rep neon pop-punk, rap and electronics on 'Make Your Move' (stream)

Toronto newcomers Aspire have released their EP, Make Your Move, which we're streaming below via Bandcamp. While firmly placed in the neon pop-punk arena, they also have a fresh hip-hop and electronic influence. Head to MerchNOW or iTunes for ordering options. Read more: Aspire release music video for “Break Down These Walls” Make Your Move by Aspire

Aspire turn up with neon pop-punk on "Break Down These Walls"

Toronto newcomers Aspire have released a music video for “Break Down These Walls,” a 5-hour energy shot for the neon pop-punk game, with hip-hop/electro influences to boot. It's culled from the band's forthcoming Make Your Move EP, which will be available on April 7, 2015. Head to MerchNOW for pre-order options. The band dropped another EP […]

Riot Fest Toronto photos of City And Colour, the National, Seaway, more

Photographer: Joel Pilotte AP photographer Joel Pilotte brings you exclusive shots from Riot Fest Toronto of Seaway, City And Colour, the National, Metric, the Hotelier, Social Distortion, Radke and more. 

Song Premiere: Crystalyne, "Ghost" (ft. Abandon All Ships' Martin Broda)

Toronto's Crystalyne are about a week away from the release of the Remedy, being released worldwide on November 26. We're exclusively streaming the next single today, “Ghost,” which features guest vocals from Abandon All Ships' bassist and vocalist Martin Broda. Pre-orders for the EP, along with a variety of unique bundles, can all be found on Pledge Music. They'll be supporting […]

Exclusive: Toronto Riot Fest set times announced

Toronto Riot Fest have announced their set times for the event next week. Tickets for the two-day event featuring Mayday Parade, Pierce The Veil, A Day To Remember, Real Friends, the Replacements and more are on sale now via the Riot Fest website. Check out the schedule first exclusively on AltPress. SATURDAY, August 24 Real Friends: […]

A Day To Remember, Mayday Parade, Best Coast announced for Toronto Riot Fest & Travelling Exposition

The good people over at Riot Fest sure have been busy the past few months. In conjunction with the Chicago and Denver Riot Fest announcements, the lineup for Toronto Riot Fest and Travelling Exposition has also been revealed. Acts for the 2-day festival include A Day To Remember, Pierce The Veil, Mayday Parade, The Replacements, […]

Premiere: Harbour, "Last Night I Got Ship Wrecked" (feat. Abandon All Ships' Angelo Aita)

Check out the debut single from Toronto pop-punk group Harbour, “Last Night I Got Ship Wrecked,” which features guest vocals from Abandon All Ships' Angelo Aita.