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How YouTuber HipHopGamer turned a passion project into a hip-hop, gaming enterprise
In February 2020, the popular video game site USgamer published an opinion piece questioning why there was a dearth of Black gaming journalists in the ever-growing field of video game reporting. The piece, which correctly cited the disparity in hiring trends for Black gaming journalists and non-Black gaming journalists (especially in the face of the then-burgeoning […]
Why YUNGBLUD, Softcult and Scene Queen are turning to Discord to connect with fans
YUNGBLUD, Weezer, Cassyette and more are turning to Discord to recapture a sense of community. Here’s how Discord creates a more genuine connection.
BBC Radio 1's Jack Saunders' mission to help the world find new music
Ever since he discovered his love for radio as a young teenager, Jack Saunders dreamed of working for BBC’s Radio 1. However, having a dream and trying to realistically accomplish it are two very different things. It takes passion, perseverance and hard work to make your dreams come true, and luckily, Saunders knew this better […]
Jared Anthony taps Blue October and Evan Stanley for "Over My Head"—watch
Jared Anthony has released his new single “Over My Head.” Now, Alternative Press is bringing you the premiere. “Over My Head” features Blue October and Evan Stanley, son of KISS icon Paul Stanley. Read more: Bishop Briggs and Sueco are using their platforms to empower people Anthony’s single is a low-key alt track, set over […]
Nick Hexum on 311's tour, the band's 30th anniversary and more
311 are in the midst of a major tour with special guests Iration and Iya Terra, taking them on the road to over three dozen U.S. cities. The band also will be livestreaming select shows via their streaming platform, 311 Streamsystem. Additionally, they recently announced three shows over Halloween weekend, including an appearance at The […]
11 ways blink-182 are impacting the world outside of their discography
No collection of a musicians is more impactful outside their band than blink-182. If there is, it’s tough to think of who. Despite the multi-platinum records and countless sold out shows, the sum of blink’s parts might be better than the whole. Mark Hoppus, Tom DeLonge and Travis Barker (Matt Skiba is great too, but […]
Underoath’s new single “Damn Excuses” is necessary listening–check it
Underoath remains steady in their two-decade-long project of maintaining heavier-than-hell originality in their latest track, “Damn Excuses.” The new track was released via Fearless Records. It’s the latest studio release since the band’s reimagined take on Rezz’s “Someone Else” in 2020. The song is their first original music since the deluxe version of their Grammy-nominated […]
11 Twitch streamers building inclusive communities for all people
With it being Pride Month, the popular livestreaming platform Twitch is uplifting LGBTQIA+ creators, fundraising for various charities and educating its users on how to support the community beyond the month of June. To kick off the month, Twitch livestreamed the OUTLOUD: Raising Voices concert, which featured performances from artists such as Hayley Kiyoko, Adam […]
11 Twitch streamers who are also crafting their own original music
Since its creation over a decade ago, Twitch has always been a place where people can game while connecting with viewers who share their interests. While categories such as Minecraft, Grand Theft Auto and VALORANT are played by thousands upon thousands of streamers daily, another section of the platform flourishes: music. One of the top […]
Bob Becker, Fearless Records founder, launches Thriller Records & signee
Bob Becker, the Fearless Records founder, has launched an all-new record label called Thriller Records. “After starting and running Fearless Records for 25 years, I feel like there is still plenty of opportunity out there and gas in the tank,” Becker exclusively told Alternative Press. “The new label, Thriller Records, will give me and our […]
KOAD celebrates identity and culture in groovy hip-hop track “jaunty”
KOAD might be a brand-new name to you, but soon, this hip-hop rock star on the rise will be dominating your playlists. The 18-year-old Indian-American artist just released his second single and accompanying music video for the powerhouse track “jaunty,” the follow-up to his rowdy, booming debut, “pots n’ pans.” Featuring undeniably catchy hooks, positive […]
Mike Shinoda drops “Happy Endings” video with iann dior and UPSAHL
Last month, Mike Shinoda made history with his new single “Happy Endings” which features iann dior and UPSAHL. After its debut, Shinoda became the first major label artist to successfully launch a single through NFT Auction. All of the proceeds from the auction were donated to the ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena, California. Now, the […]
Glacier Veins put their spin on Jawbreaker’s “Accident Prone”–listen
Glacier Veins are back with a new cover of Jawbreaker’s classic song “Accident Prone.” They also dropped a reimagined version of their original track “Circles” off their debut full-length The World You Want To See. The two releases coincide with the one-year anniversary of the band’s first album. The group’s label Equal Vision Records had […]
Hear twenty one pilots’ surprise holiday song “Christmas Saves The Year”
twenty one pilots fans can finally take “Level Of Concern” off of repeat (or should we say a never-ending loop) because the duo have returned with another brand new song, “Christmas Saves The Year”. Following Tyler Joseph’s hidden nod to Clancy and the tease of a pending “gift” Monday, the band finally shared the new […]
See why fans think new music from twenty one pilots is arriving soon
Since the release of “Level Of Concern” earlier this year, twenty one pilots fans have been anxiously waiting for more new music. Now, it looks like the wait may be almost over. twenty one pilots are dropping subtle hints that a big announcement is on the way and fans think it has to do with […]
Kevin Lyman and Trevor Swenson want to help the music industry adapt
Kevin Lyman hopes he can wake up one day and see the music industry and touring world return to what it once was before COVID-19 hit. But, he admits, that’s likely never going to happen. What the creative mind behind Vans Warped Tour says can happen, however, is the exchange of ideas and the expansion […]
You may be able to do karaoke on Spotify in the future
It looks like Spotify may be planning to expand its capabilities even further. Renowned reverse engineer Jane Manchun Wong has reportedly uncovered the streaming platform’s plans to launch an in-app karaoke feature. Read more: Another one of MCR’s ‘Black Parade’ songs has been certified silver On Monday, reports emerged that Spotify plans to launch the […]
Amazon Music now lets you watch artists’ livestreams thanks to Twitch
Amazon Music is now officially a livestreaming platform thanks to its new partnership with Twitch. The latest partnership allows Twitch, owned by Amazon, to bring livestreaming capabilities to Amazon Music’s app on IOS and Android. Read more: Joe Biden and Kamala Harris take their campaign to ‘Animal Crossing’ Since coronavirus has canceled most events in […]
You could be buying merch directly through TikTok soon
It looks like another change is heading to TikTok soon. In the midst of conflicts surrounding Trump‘s ongoing U.S. ban plans, the video-sharing platform will soon let users sell their own merch directly through the app. According to a report by The Verge, TikTok’s company ByteDance is partnering with the “social commerce platform” Teespring to […]
New blink-182 music is arriving sooner than you think
Back in May, Travis Barker shared that blink-182 have a new song called “Quarantine” on its way. Now, after a slight delay, blink-182 have announced when the new song is finally being released. Read more: Aimee Osbourne has a good reason for not appearing on ‘The Osbournes’ Mark Hoppus revealed during a Twitch stream that […]
