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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 […]

Peach PRC makes “depression-pop” anthems you can dance and cry to

Australian pop artist Peach PRC has transitioned from a stripper to a TikTok singer to a signed musician. Now, she’s reflecting on her journey.

How TikTok allows artists to take direct control of their own narratives

In the age of accessibility, where you now can learn how to produce your own tracks from YouTube tutorials, young women in music are taking their careers back into their own hands. Fading are the tedious mind games from an industry resilient in its sexist ways; no stooping to the “female-fronted” trope to sell yourself […]

Watch a trailer for a Marcel The Shell feature film

In 2014, Jenny Slate and co-creator Dean Fleischer-Camp announced their viral short-film series starring Marcel, a talking shell with shoes on, would make its big-picture debut. Almost a decade later, we finally have a trailer.  Marcel The Shell (With Shoes On), an A24 film, is a mockumentary detailing Marcel’s search for his family. It leads […]

BLACKPINK's Rosé covers Neck Deep's “December”—watch

Rosé recently shared a video of her cover of the Neck Deep song “December” on YouTube. You can check out the video of her in the studio below. Read more: 10 alternative covers by K-pop and K-rock artists that you have to hear Rosé is a member of the K-pop group BLACKPINK formed by YG […]

Corey Taylor releases details on ‘CMFB...Sides,’ covers “On The Dark Side”

Slipknot vocalist Corey Taylor has released more info on his upcoming solo EP CMFB…Sides. The EP is comprised of nine unreleased B-sides and covers of songs that inspired the band, as well as acoustic and live tracks. CMFB…Sides will come out Feb. 25 via Roadrunner Records. Read more: Slipknot’s Corey Taylor announces new solo acoustic, […]

Korn release “Lost In The Grandeur” ahead of new album 'Requiem'–listen

Korn have released “Lost In The Grandeur” ahead of their upcoming album Requiem. The track follows the releases of “Start The Healing” and “Forgotten.” The band’s latest project is due out Friday (Feb. 4). Ahead of the band’s new album, guitarist Brian “Head” Welch spoke to Metal Hammer about the band’s relationship to nü metal. […]

Korn to hold live “Requiem Mass” ahead of new album release

Korn have announced a Requiem Mass to celebrate their new album and honor the people we have lost. The event will take place Feb. 3, the eve of Requiem‘s release, at 8 p.m. PST. Read more: Korn release “Forgotten” after dropping a series of hidden clues Requiem Mass will be held in Los Angeles at […]

Tai Verdes on the power of TikTok and why writing is cathartic for him

Tai Verdes connected with AltPress for issue #400. During the 10 Topics conversation, the artist talks about the foremost necessities for his mental health, his favorite EP and the moment he overcame his fear onstage. The power of TikTok TikTok is the news, but it’s curated by people. They are small stories that are sometimes […]

Ice Nine Kills drop 'Pet Sematary'-inspired "Funeral Derangements"—watch

Ice Nine Kills have released their latest video, “Funeral Derangements.” The new single comes ahead of their upcoming album, The Silver Scream 2: Welcome To Horrorwood. The band have released a number of cinematic visuals in the lead-up to the new record. From the American Psycho-inspired Jacoby Shaddix collab “Hip To Be Scared” to their […]

MAY-A talks about the inspiration for 'Don’t Kiss Ur Friends' and more

At 19, MAY-A is already versed in the music industry’s ins and outs. She started her career at about 13 when she spontaneously walked into an office looking for singing lessons. The man who she met there later became her manager, the two sharing an instant connection. Since then, MAY-A has put out a number […]

Sunshine Boysclub releases debut full-length ‘Hut On The Hill’—listen

Los Angeles-based Sam Martin, going by the moniker Sunshine Boysclub, has released his debut solo album, Hut On The Hill. Sunshine Boysclub breathes in the uncertainties of the world and exhales exuberant optimism on Hut On The Hill. The funky synths create little bursts of light that cut through gooey guitar riffs. On top of […]

galen tipton uses her music to craft miniature universes of sound

Listen to anything by galen tipton and prepare to step inside a world unlike any other you’ve experienced before. The musician based in Columbus, Ohio, has learned how to meticulously craft alternate realities completely out of sound, immersing listeners into a feeling without having to use any words. As the creator of these mystifying mini […]

NOAHFINNCE on self-care, trans rights and Gen Z activism

YOUR FIRST MUSICAL LOVE. I consider Busted my first musical love. They made me want to play guitar, and then I got a guitar for Christmas. But it was an acoustic guitar, so it didn’t sound the same. Then, my friend ended up breaking it because she tuned it too tight. I remember the first […]

Ryder McLaughlin taught himself magic while listening to DEVO

Skateboarding has left a deep impact on popular culture. One of the most significant impressions of the art form in recent years is felt in the success of Mikey Alfred’s North Hollywood. The film, starring Vince Vaughn and Miranda Cosgrove, brought contemporary skateboarding onto the screen and won the attention of Pharrell Williams. It was […]

11 artists who are influenced by Joey Jordison’s legendary drumming

Do you remember the first time you saw Joey Jordison mastering the art of drumming upside down? Of course you do; that moment is seared in our minds. The sheer talent and innovation of the name behind the rise of Slipknot, Murderdolls, Vimic, Scar The Martyr and Sinsaenum can never be underestimated. This week, we […]

Lil Nas X unveils new song “INDUSTRY BABY” featuring Jack Harlow—watch

If Lil Nas X hasn’t done more than enough to solidify his position as the king of expertly choreographed, provocative music videos, his latest release “INDUSTRY BABY” featuring Jack Harlow certainly will. The song, which was produced by Kanye West and the hip-hop production duo Take A Daytrip, is the artist’s third single of the […]

FELICITY channel a host of influences on new LP ‘Dear Universe’–listen

Up-and-coming rockers FELICITY have released their heavy-hitting debut album, Dear Universe. The album, recorded over 30 days with producer Andrew Wade (A Day To Remember, the Ghost Inside), is the band’s first full-length release. Read more: WILLOW’s highly anticipated album ‘lately I feel EVERYTHING’ is here Alternative Press has expected great things from FELICITY for […]

WILLOW’s highly anticipated album ‘lately I Feel EVERYTHING’ is here

After releasing back-to-back bangers, WILLOW finally dropped her highly anticipated new album, lately I feel EVERYTHING. The record was released via MSFTS Music/Roc Nation.  All songs on the album were written by WILLOW, with co-writing and production from her longtime collaborator Tyler Cole. To celebrate the album’s release, the artist scheduled an Instagram and Messenger […]

ALX’s new video for “Run Out” is the physical embodiment of summer

The quickly rising singer ALX dropped a pop-infused new single and video for his latest single, “Run Out.” The song, released through Sony Music Entertainment/Alamo Records, marks the artist’s second single in 2021 since the release of “Right Guy” in June. Read more: Phoebe Bridgers announces North American tour scheduled for Fall 2021 The video, […]
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