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Kenny Mason's "Play Ball" Video Is a Punk-Rap Nostalgia Trip
June 16, 2021
Mason's music is a harmonious synthesis of punk, alternative rock, and Atlanta hip-hop affinities.
Author:
Carter Fife
TANISAKO Reaches New Heights on Sophomore Single "Young & Dangerous"
June 15, 2021
In the span of two singles, TANISAKO has already established a somber, distinctive sound.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Deb Never's "Disassociate" Is a Haunting Reflection on the Past Year
June 14, 2021
In her latest single, Never muses on substance abuse, growing older, and the fear of fading into nothingness.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Long Live KennyHoopla, Travis Barker, and Pop Punk!
June 11, 2021
KennyHoopla is living proof that pop punk's resurgence is no passing fad.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Japanese Breakfast's Long-Awaited 'Jubilee' Is Nothing Short of Outright Joy
June 10, 2021
Zauner's self-exploration and experimentation are often met hand in hand with intense bouts of celebration.
Author:
Carter Fife
Russ Reiss' Latest Alternative-Fueled Single Is "everything"
June 8, 2021
Consider this another solid addition to the growing pop-punk comeback.
Author:
Alexis Vaganos
renforshort Paints a Picture of Her World on 'off saint dominique' [Q&A]
June 4, 2021
"I've gotten so personal on this project, because I'm just not scared of it anymore."
Author:
Rachel Lai
conner's "good for nothing" Is an Alternative-Fueled Love Letter
June 3, 2021
conner epitomizes what made the '90s alternative scene so exciting.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Olivia Rodrigo's 'Sour' Is the Angsty Pop Return You've Been Longing For
May 24, 2021
Rodrigo's voice carries the flavors of Paramore punk, Alanis Morissette angst, Kelly Clarkson belt, all topped off with a Taylor Swift candidness.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
Janna Jamison Wants You at Her Twisted Tea Party in "Invitation To A Beheading"
May 21, 2021
Inspired by the Vladimir Nabokov novel, "Invitation To A Beheading" revels in its left-field influences.
Author:
Alexis Vaganos
Crown Lands - "Waterfall" [Live + Interview] | Northside Sessions
February 26, 2019
Crown Lands is a classic rock - minded duo that creates anthems that flow as effortlessly as their hair.
Author:
Kelly Itatani
Who is Siiickbrain?
November 3, 2022
Meet the rising alternative star who kicked off her first-ever tour opening for Bring Me the Horizon.
Author:
Ruby Scott
KennyHoopla and Travis Barker Reunite Ahead of Blink-182 Tour For 'BLINK AND YOU'LL MISS IT//'
July 7, 2023
"Just wanted to have fun and make music. There's a lot of nostalgia, grief, and even hope mixed in."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Jagwar Twin Shines on Existential Sophomore Album ‘33’ [Q&A] | The Noise
November 10, 2022
"At the end of the day, being an artist is about knowing yourself."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
The Aces Return With "Daydream," a Euphoric Love Note
March 4, 2020
"We want our fans to feel submerged in this music and walk away feeling closer to us than ever."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
The Faim - "Summer Is a Curse" | All Eyes On
January 4, 2019
Inspired by the likes of Panic! At The Disco & Fall Out Boy, the Australian band makes music that runs the gamut from indie rock to pop punk.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
The Driver Era Balance Vulnerability and Euphoria in New Double Release
April 2, 2020
The Driver Era regularly balance classic anthemic prowess and heartfelt vulnerability with flawless ease.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
KennyHoopla Chases a Hopeless Romance on "Dirty White Vans//"
March 18, 2022
Catharsis has always and will always be at the heart of KennyHoopla's music.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
BLACKSTARKIDS on Harnessing 2000s Nostalgia, Comfort Food, and Debut Album 'Whatever, Man' [Q&A]
September 30, 2020
"BLACKSTARKIDS is coming of age music. Nostalgia plays a large factor in what we do."
Author:
Maddy Quach
SWMRS Inverts a Nirvana Classic in "Lose Lose Lose" Video
July 9, 2019
"Being a young person in 2019 feels a lot more like being in an inhospitable bingo club than being in the hyper-idealized vision of a punk show."
Author:
Jess Myers