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California Wives Ink Record Deal
May 16, 2012 by Dave Giumara
California Wives have signed with Vagrant. The band will release their upcoming full-length later this year. In the meantime, you can check out a new song from the album, “Marianne”, below.
Genre: alternative rock, indie pop, indie rockMisser Set Release Date for Next Week
May 9, 2012 by Dave Giumara
Misser will release their debut album Every Day I Tell Myself I’m Going To Be A Better Person on May 15th digitally through Rise Records. A physical release will come later in the summer. In the meantime, you can stream a new song off the album, “I’m Really Starting To … read more.
Genre: emo punk, pop, pop-punk
Hot Water Music – Exister
May 9, 2012 by Dave Giumara
Most of these “reunions” bands that have been coming back into the limelight seem to be reaching for two different types of ears. The first and foremost is that they want to capture new listeners and in order to do this, they ultimately try something different. The second is that … read more.
Similar artists: bad religion, hot water music, leatherface, rise against, the draftGenre: emo punk, post-emo, punkHelios Free Album Download
May 1, 2012 by Dave Giumara
Ambient artist Helios has put his new album Moiety up for free download here. Fans of Sigur Ros should take note.
Genre: dreamy, electronic, post-rockHot Water Music Post Teaser for New Album
April 25, 2012 by Dave Giumara
Hot Water Music have posted a teaser over at YouTube featuring clips from their upcoming album Exister. The album is due out May 15th, 2012 through Rise Records.
Genre: post-emo, post-hardcore, punkMotion City Soundtrack Release New Single
April 16, 2012 by Dave Giumara
Motion City Soundtrack has released their first single “True Romance” off their upcoming album Go due out June 12th, 2012. You can listen to the song here.
Genre: pop, pop-punkThe Forecast Post New Video
April 3, 2012 by Dave Giumara
The Forecast have posted the video for their track “Clear Eyes, Full Heart” here. The song is off their forthcoming album Everybody Left due out April 17, 2012.
Genre: alternative rock, emoHot Water Music Post New Song
March 28, 2012 by Dave Giumara
Hot Water Music are offering a free download of their new song “Drag My Body”, which you can download here. The song is taken from the new album Exister due out on May 15th through Rise Records. .
Genre: emo, emo punk, punk
SHARKS – No Gods
March 20, 2012 by Dave Giumara
There was something very unique and special about British punk bands in the 80’s which made them relevant. It could have been the whole idea of anarchy and conformity being two distinct opposites, but the same thing could be said for punk music in general. We live in a new … read more.
Similar artists: Husker Du, Rancid, The Clash, the graduate, The Wonder YearsGenre: pop-punk, punk, rockMatt Skiba and the Sekrets Debuts Voices
March 14, 2012 by Dave Giumara
The first single from Matt Skiba and the Sekrets is now available for purchase on iTunes or Amazon. “Voices” is the lead track off the forthcoming debut, Babylon which will be released on May 8 through Superball Music. You can listen to another track “All Fall Down” over at Spinner.
Genre: emo punk, pop-punk, punkViolens Stay True With Upcoming Album
March 5, 2012 by Dave Giumara
Violens will be releasing their sophomore album True on May 15th through Slumberland Records. You can download the hazy first single “Unfolding Black Wings” here.
Genre: dreamy, indie, indie rockDriver Friendly Pre-Order and Album Release Info
February 24, 2012 by Dave Giumara
Driver Friendly (formerly Driver F) has put up a pre-order for their upcoming album Bury a Dream due out April 24th. Fans of older Taking Back Sunday, The Junior Varsity, and Jimmy Eat World should get on this.
Genre: emo, emo punk, pop rock, pop-punkThe Jealous Sound Album Pre-Order
January 11, 2012 by Dave Giumara
The Jealous Sound have put their new album A Gentle Reminder up for pre-order over at RevHQ. The album comes highly recommended by everyone here at The Music, The Message. Expect a full review soon.
Genre: emo, indie rock, pop rock, post-emoAbove Them Gear Up New Album
January 9, 2012 by Dave Giumara
British punk-rock band Above Them are gearing up to release their sophomore album Are We a Danger To Ourselves?. If you’re a fan of Polar Bear Club, check out their first single ‘Temper Like a Hand Grenade’ here.
Genre: pop-punk, punkHouse of Fools Stream New Tracks
December 14, 2011 by Dave Giumara
House of Fools have released a new song titled “Dogfight” off their upcoming album Versus the Beast due out soon. You can hear a stream of that song below as well as a stream of another song called “Another Place” here. Dogfight – versus the beast by hofvtb
Genre: indie, indie rockfun. Post New Single
December 13, 2011 by Dave Giumara
You can stream the new single from fun. titled “One Foot” below. The song is taken from their upcoming album Some Nights in stores on February 21st. Fun.: One Foot by Fueled By Ramen
Genre: alternative rock, emo, indie popOf Montreal Release New Album and Single
December 13, 2011 by Dave Giumara
of Montreal has announced the release of their new album, Paralytic Stalks, which will be available on February 7th, 2012. You can listen to the first single “Wintered Debts” off the album below. Wintered Debts by of Montreal
Genre: experimental, indie, indie popSchool of Seven Bells Release New Single
December 6, 2011 by Dave Giumara
School of Seven Bells will be releasing their new album Ghostory on February 28th. You can stream the first single titled “The Night” below. School of Seven Bells – The Night (New Song) by Vagrant Records
Genre: dreamy, female, indie, indie rockJonquil Debut Album Gets Release Date
November 30, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Jonquil announce their forthcoming full-length, Point of Go, set for a February 21st release with Dovecote Records. You can stream the first single “It’s My Part” below. Jonquil – It’s My Part by Blessing Force
Genre: indie popPlacebo DVD Out Now
November 2, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Placebo released their official live DVD/Blu-Ray called We Come in Pieces yesterday. The was show was filmed at London’s Brixton Academy in September 2010 and is a double DVD featuring 20 tracks. Check out the trailer here.
Genre: alternative rock, rockChildish Gambino Bonfire Video
October 31, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Childish Gambino has posted his new video for “Bonfire” over at MTV. The single is from his new album Camp due out November 15th through Glassnote Records.
Genre: hip-hop, indie, rapThe Panic Division Post Final Studio Clip
October 28, 2011 by Dave Giumara
The Panic Division has posted a studio clip of them finalizing their new record Eternalism due out early 2012. The clip that showcases several new songs can be seen here.
Genre: dreamy, electronic, popBrendan Rivera Solo Project Details
October 28, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Brooklyn based songwriter Brendan Rivera, also known for his work in Looking Glass Wars, is gearing up to release his follow up solo record to 2009s Body of Land. The new Record is called No Ocean In Ireland and is due out in January 2012. The album is full of … read more.
Genre: alternative rock, emo, post-emo, rockSummer Camp Album Streaming Online… Now!
October 26, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Synth-pop band Summer Camp are streaming their debut album Welcome to Condale at The Gaurdian. If you enjoy those, you can download the songs ‘Better Off Without You‘ and ‘I Want You‘ courtesy of us over at The Music, The Message.
Genre: dreamy, popThe Jealous Sound Post New Song
October 25, 2011 by Dave Giumara
The Jealous Sound has posted a new song titled “Your Eyes Were Shining” for streaming. The song is taken from their upcoming album A Gentle Reminder due out early 2012. You can listen to the song below. Your Eyes Were Shining by The Jealous Sound
Genre: alternative rock, emo, indie rockPianos Become The Teeth Release New Song
October 19, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Pianos Become The Teeth have released their new single “Spine” off the new album The Lack Long After due out November 1st through Topshelf Records. You can stream the single here and pre-order the album on cd, or digital here (vinyl is sold out).
Genre: hardcore, post-rockBarely Blind Give Out New Album for Free
October 10, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Barely Blind released their new album, Wilder Child of a Thousand Suns, today and is giving it away for free at their website. The album is also available on iTunes with two bonus tracks and black and colored vinyl (limited to 300 copies).
See Never Shout Never and the Plain White T’s in NYC
October 5, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Thanks to our friends at Bowery Presents, we have two pairs of tickets to the upcoming New York City stop of the Never Shout Never with Plain White T’s, Fake Problems, and more on October 21st. To enter, send an e-mail with your full name to NSNPWT1021@gmail.com. That’s all! If … read more.
Genre: emo, pop, pop-punkSuch Gold Sign Deal and Record Album
October 4, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Rochester-based melodic hardcore/punk act Such Gold have signed to Razor and Tie. The group will be recording their upcoming album with Steve Evetts (Every Time I Die, Saves The Day, Lifetime, The Dillinger Escape Plan) and is slated for a Spring 2012 release.
Genre: pop-punkHigh Highs Post New Single Ivy
October 4, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Australian band High Highs have released a new single “Ivy” off their upcoming self-titled EP due out November 22nd through Small Plates Records. You can stream the single below. High Highs – Ivy by dangervillage
Genre: acoustic, dreamy, popCoheed and Mastadon Contribute to ZZ Top Tribute Album
September 28, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Coheed and Cambria and Mastadon will be lending covers to an upcoming ZZ Top tribute album A Tribute From Friends being released on October 11th. You can preview snippets of the tracks here.
Russian Circles Post New Song
September 28, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Russian Circles premiere the first MP3 from their forthcoming new album today which you can download/stream here. The song, “Mladek” is taken from the band’s fourth full length, Empros which will be available via Sargent House on October 25th.
Genre: post-rockCMJ Marathon Announced Big Batch of Artists
September 28, 2011 by Dave Giumara
The CMJ Music Marathon & Film Festival has announced a plethora of bands playing including but not limited to: Recover, The Static Jacks, Look Mexico, Kevin Devine, Cloud Nothings, and more. Check out the full lineup here.
I Am The Avalanche Song Stream
September 28, 2011 by Dave Giumara
I Am The Avalanche has posted a new song “Amsterdamn” for streaming here. The song is taken from their upcoming album Avalanche United due out October 11th through iSurrender Records. Be on the lookout for a review from us shortly.
Genre: emo punk, pop-punkNew Found Glory Stream New Album with Operation Style Game
September 27, 2011 by Dave Giumara
New Found Glory are now streaming their new album Radiosurgery over at AltPress. The stream is an interactive video game where you drag parts of the radio to unlock new songs. The album is due out October 4th through Epitaph.
The Bangles Stream New Album
September 27, 2011 by Dave Giumara
You can stream the new record from The Bangles titled Sweetheart of the Sun over at AOL/Spinner. The album is due out tomorrow, September 27th.
States (ex-Lydia and Copeland) Announce Pre-Order
September 23, 2011 by Dave Giumara
You can pre-order the new album Room to Run from States, featuring Mindy White formerly of Lydia and ex-Copeland drummer Jonathan Bucklew and bassist Dean Lorenz, over here.
Genre: pop, pop rockLa Dispute Stream Upcoming Album
September 23, 2011 by Dave Giumara
La Dispute is streaming their upcoming full-length album Wildlife over at their website. The album is due out October 4, 2011 via No Sleep.
Genre: experimental, hardcore, post-hardcoreSaves The Day and Bayside Promo Video
September 22, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Bayside and Saves the Day have made a promo video in honor of their upcoming co-headlining tour which you can watch here. The tour featured support from I Am The Avalanche and Transit. You can find the dates for the tour here.
Genre: emo, emo punk, pop-punkMastodon Stream New Album Online
September 20, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Mastadon are streaming their new album, The Hunter, over at YouTube. The album is out next week on September 27th.
Genre: hardcore, math-rockStatic Radio NJ New Album Pre-Order
September 16, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Static Radio NJ has put up a vinyl pre-order of their new album We Are All Beasts due out September 27th through Kiss of Death Records. If you pre-order the album you get an instant digital download as well. For those on the fence, you can listen to and download … read more.
Genre: pop-punk, punk, skate punkO’Brother Announce Debut Details
September 16, 2011 by Dave Giumara
O’Brother will release their debut full-length Garden Window in November 2011 through Triple Crown Records/Favorite Gentleman. Catch the band performing new songs on their upcoming tour with Thrice. Dates can be found at the band’s website. The album was produced by Andy Hull and Robert McDowell (Manchester Orchestra) and mixed by Mike … read more.
Genre: alternative rock, indie, indie popTagged: Brand New, heavy, manchester orchestra, O'Brother, rock, ThriceHopeless and Sub City Reach Milestone
August 29, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Congratulations to Hopeless & Sub City Records for raising over $2 million for 50-plus charities. The company raises funds by giving 5% — 2.5% from artist royalties and 2.5% from the label — of the revenue collected from the suggested list price of albums released on Sub City. Artists that … read more.
Genre: emo, emo punk, pop-punk, punkThis Time Next Year Post New Song “Matchbook”
August 23, 2011 by Dave Giumara
This Time Next Year have posted a new song “Matchbox” on their facebook page. To unlock the song, you must “Like” them. The song is taken from their upcoming album Drop Out of Life due out September 27th through Equal Vision that is now available for pre-order.
Genre: emo punk, pop, pop-punkTagged: new found glory, pop punk, this time next yearInto It. Over It. Premiere New Single
August 23, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Into It. Over It. has premiered his new single “Where Your Nights Often End” over at FilterMagazine.com. The song is taken from the album Proper due out September 27th through No Sleep Records.
Genre: emo, emo punk, pop rock, rockI Am The Avalanche Return From Six Year Lull
August 23, 2011 by Dave Giumara
I Am the Avalanche have announced their upcoming album, Avalanche United, due out October 11. The band has premiered the album’s first track, “Holy Fuck,” over at RockSound.
Genre: emo punk, pop-punk, punkThrice Pre-Orders are Live
August 17, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Thrice has posted a video for their new song “Promises” here. The song is taken from the album Major/Minor due out September 20th and now available for pre-order. You can stream/download “Yellow Belly”, another song from the album, below. Thrice – Yellow Belly by Vagrant Records
Genre: experimental, rockSoft Pipes (Low vs. Diamond) Post New Music
August 16, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Soft Pipes (Anthony of Low vs. Diamond) has posted the title track from his upcoming EP, Stay Pretty, due out September 27th. You can check out the track below. Soft Pipes – Stay Pretty by buzzbands
Genre: indie, indie pop, rockSamiam Single Available at iTunes
August 16, 2011 by Dave Giumara
You can now download the new Samiam single “Nightly” over at iTunes. The song is taken from their upcoming album Trips due out September 6th through Hopeless Records. You can also listen to the song below. Samiam “Nightly” by Reybee
Genre: emo punk, pop-punk, punkStream a new Owen Song
August 15, 2011 by Dave Giumara
You can stream the new single from Owen (Mike Kinsella) called “I Believe” over at his bandcamp site. The song is taken from the upcoming album Ghost Town which is due out November 8th.
Genre: acoustic, dreamy, emoRobbers and Dogs
August 12, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Robbers has posted a new song “Dogs” off their new upcoming album Fear to Face Beauty due out in October. You can check out the track below. Dogs by ROBBERSmusic
Genre: emo punk, post-emoBridge & Tunnel Release New Song
August 12, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Bridge & Tunnel have released a new song “Synchronized Swimming” off their upcoming album Rebuilding Year out September 20th through No Idea Records. You can stream the track here.
Genre: emo punk, pop-punk, punkColdplay Announce New Album
August 12, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Coldplay will be releasing their upcoming album, Mylo Xyloto, on October 24th. The album was produced by Markus Dravs, Daniel Green and Rik Simpson, with enoxification and additional composition by Brian Eno. You can check out the cover art for the album here.
Genre: alternative rock, rockInto It. Over It. Proper Full Length Details
August 9, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Into It. Over It. has posted a tracklisting and album cover for his upcoming album, Proper, over at his website. The album is due out September 27th. You can stream the title track over at AltPress.
Genre: emo, rockNo Motiv Announce First Show Back Show
August 3, 2011 by Dave Giumara
No Motiv has announced their first show back taking place on August 19th at Bombay’s in Ventura, CA. If you pre-order a copy of their new EP, Winterlong, you can get a ticket with certain bundle packages you can purchase here. You can also download a new song off the … read more.
Genre: emo, post-emo, rockDeftones and Far Form Crosses
August 2, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Crosses, the new project from Chino Moreno of the Deftones and Shaun Lopez of Far, are now offering a five-song EP for free download over at their website.
Genre: hardcore, post-hardcore, rockNew Found Glory Single Out Now
August 2, 2011 by Dave Giumara
The first single and title track from the upcoming New Found Glory album, Radiosurgery, is currently available for download at iTunes. The album is due out October 4th through Epitaph.
Genre: emo punk, pop-punkTagged: epitaph, new found glory, nfg, pop punkRobbers Now on iTunes
August 1, 2011 by Dave Giumara
You can now purchase the EP from Long-Island based rock group Robbers called Flesh now over at iTunes. Their full-length Fear to Face Beauty is due out October 2011.
Genre: emo, post-emo, rockThe Panic Division Premiere New Song
July 29, 2011 by Dave Giumara
You can check out a new song from The Panic Division called “Silver Rings” for a limited time over at YouTube. The song is from their upcoming album due out this fall.
Genre: alternative rock, dreamy, emo, emo punk, pop rockMuteMath Tour the US
July 28, 2011 by Dave Giumara
MuteMath has announced an upcoming headline tour in support of their new album due out this fall. You can check out dates and ticket bundle information at their site.
Genre: emo, experimental, rockReverse The Album Stream
July 28, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Reverse the Curse are streaming their new album Hither & Yon over at the Paper and Plastick website.
Genre: emo punk, post-hardcore, punkSamiam Posts New Tracks
July 27, 2011 by Dave Giumara
To coincide with the blurb that Jason posted below, you can now stream two new Samiam tracks, “Over Now” and “80 West” off the new album Trips due out September 9th through Hopeless Records below. Samiam “80 West” by Reybee Samiam “Over Now” by Reybee
Genre: pop-punk, punkTagged: 90s, hopeless records, punk, samiamGrouplove Get Tongue Tied
July 27, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Grouplove has posted a new video for their single “Tongue Tied” over at AOL. The song is taken from their upcoming full-length Never Trust a Happy Song due out September 13th through Atlantic Records.
Genre: indie, popThe Horrible Crowes Announce Live Shows
July 26, 2011 by Dave Giumara
The Horrible Crowes (The Gaslight Anthem’s Brian Fallon and Ian Perkins) will perform their first live shows in September, unveiling their debut album Elsie in its entirety at the Bowery Ballroom in NYC (9/8) and The Troubadour in LA (9/14). The album is due out September 6th through SideOneDummy.
Genre: acoustic, emo punk, punk, rockTagged: acoustic, brian fallon, punk, rock, the gaslight anthem, the horrible crowesThis Time Next Year Announce Release Date to Follow Up
July 26, 2011 by Dave Giumara
This Time Next Year will release their sophomore full-length album, Drop Out Of Life, on September 27th through Equal Vision Records.
Genre: pop, pop-punkTagged: equal vision, new found glory, pop punk, release date, this time next yearHot Water Music Stream Second Half of EP
July 25, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Hot Water Music has just posted the other song “Adds Up To Nothing” off their upcoming EP The Fire, The Steel, The Tread / Adds Up To Nothing to stream on Facebook. The EP will be available digitally on August 2nd and vinyl on August 29th (pre-order starts on August … read more.
Genre: emo punk, post-emo, punkThe Front Bottoms New Video and MP3
July 21, 2011 by Dave Giumara
The Front Bottoms have released a new video for their single “The Beers” that you can view here. You can also download the song for free here. The song is taken off their upcoming self-titled album due out September 6th.
Jack’s Mannequin New Album and Single Info
July 21, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Jack’s Mannequin will release their third album People and Things on October 4th. You can listen to the first single, “My Racing Thoughts”, here.
Genre: alternative rock, dreamy, pop, pop-punkNew Hot Water Music Song Streaming Online
July 20, 2011 by Dave Giumara
You can check out a brand new Hot Water Music song “The Fire, The Steel, The Tread” over here. The song is one of two from their upcoming EP/7″ titled The Fire, The Steel, The Tread / Adds Up To Nothing due out digitally on August 2nd and on vinyl … read more.
Genre: emo, emo punk, post-emo, punkSainthood Reps Monoculture Single
July 8, 2011 by Dave Giumara
You can check out the title from the new Sainthood Reps album Monoculture which is due out August 9th through Tooth and Nail. Monoculture by sainthoodreps
Genre: hardcore, post-emo, post-hardcore, punkNo Motiv Reunite With New Music
July 6, 2011 by Dave Giumara
No Motiv has announced that they will reunite and release a six-song EP titled Winterlong on August 30th through Siren Records. You can grab the first single “Once Again Sundays” over at the labels’ website.
Genre: emo, emo punk, post-emo, punkThe Movielife Last Reunion Show Details
July 6, 2011 by Dave Giumara
The last reunion show The Movielife will play takes place on August 26th in New York, NY with “very special guests.” Tickets go on sale Saturday here.
Genre: emo, emo punk, pop-punkHot Water Music Sign to Rise
June 30, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Hot Water Music have signed with Rise Records. The band will release their new full length in Spring 2012 and release a teaser two song 7″ this August.
Genre: post-emo, punkThe Front Bottoms Debut Details
June 28, 2011 by Dave Giumara
The Front Bottoms have announced a September 6, 2011 release date for their self-titled album on Bar/None Records. You can download the first single “The Beers” here.
Genre: emo, emo punk, post-emoJoey Cape Releases New Album With New Band
June 21, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Joey Cape (of Lagwagon) has put up a new album from his new band Bad Loud over at Bandcamp. The album is pay-what-you-wish and is full band versions of acoustic songs he has previously released.
Tagged: joey cape, lagwagon, OC, punkSainthood Reps Full Length Release Details
June 20, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Sainthood Reps has announced that their debut full length album, Monoculture, is due out August 9th on Tooth and Nail Records. The album will have ten tracks and is produced by Mike Sapone (Brand New, Crime in Stereo, The Xcerts).
Genre: emo, emo punk, punkCity and Colour Fall Tour Dates
June 20, 2011 by Dave Giumara
City and Colour today announces an extensive U.S. tour set to begin November 3, 2011 in Los Angeles, California and ending on December 10th in Washington, DC at the venerable 9:30 Club. Pre-sale will begin tomorrow here and you can check out tour dates here.
Genre: acoustic, alternative rock, emoAgainst Me! To Reissue Latest Album
June 20, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Against Me! will be re-issuing their latest album White Crosses on July 26th with four bonus tracks and a bonus album of reworked versions of songs from the album. You can check out a tracklisting here.
Genre: punk, rockBouncing Souls Frontman To Release Solo Album
June 16, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Greg Attonito (Bouncing Souls) has announced debut solo album, Natural Disaster, will be released on July 12th through Chunksaah Records. You can listen to the first single “Tear Drops” over at the Chunksaah Facebook page.
Genre: acoustic, punkThrice Announce Release Information
June 3, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Thrice will release Major/Minor, their 7th studio album, on September 20th, 2011 on Vagrant Records.
Genre: dreamy, rockDavid Bryne Live DVD Trailer
June 1, 2011 by Dave Giumara
David Bryne (lead singer of the Talking Heads) released Rise, Rise, Roar, a live dvd/documentary cataloging his performances between 2008 and 2009, yesterday through Eagle Rock Entertainment. You can check out the trailer here.
Genre: alternative rock, experimental, popThe Swellers “Best I Ever Had” Music Video
May 26, 2011 by Dave Giumara
The Swellers have posted their new video for their single “Best I Ever Had” over at YouTube. The song is taken from their upcoming album “Good for Me” due out June 14th through Fueled By Ramen.
Genre: pop-punk, punkLetting Up Despite Great Faults to Release New EP This Summer
May 26, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Letting Up Despite Great Faults will release a new EP, Paper Crush, on Old Flame Records due out on August 2. You can check out “Teenage Tide”, the first single from the EP, here.
Genre: dreamy, indie, popPlaces and Numbers Announce Full Length Release
May 26, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Places And Numbers, the solo project of Gatsbys American Dream guitarist Bobby Darling, will digitally release his debut full-length album Travels on June 21st.
Death Cab For Cutie Album Streaming in Full
May 23, 2011 by Dave Giumara
You can stream the new Death Cab for Cutie album Codes and Keys at NPR.
Genre: alternative rock, emo, popFair To Midland Release Date and New Single
May 21, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Fair to Midland has announced they will be releasing their sophomore album Arrows & Anchors on July 12th. You can listen to and download the first single “Amarillo Sleeps on my Pillow” by entering your e-mail at their website.
Genre: experimental, rockPrimal Scream Live Album Trailer
May 19, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Alternative rock pioneers Primal Scream will be releasing a retrospective live CD/DVD called Screamadelica on May 31st through Eagle Rock Entertainment. You can check out the trailer for it here.
Genre: alternative rock, rockGod is an Astronaut Come Back to the US
May 19, 2011 by Dave Giumara
God is an Astronaut have announced their return to the US for a headlining tour in August. You can check out the dates by clicking here.
Genre: post-rock, rockNew Album Announcement From Big D and the Kids Table
May 18, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Big D and the Kids Table has announced they will be releasing their new album For the Damned, The Dumb & The Delirious on July 5th through SideOneDummy Records. You can check out the first single “Modern American Gypsy” here.
Genre: punkThe Static Jacks Debut Album Release and Song
May 17, 2011 by Dave Giumara
The Static Jacks has signed with Fearless Records and will release their debut album If You’re Young will be released on August 30th. You can check out the first single “Girl Parts” from the album here.
Genre: pop-punk, punk, rockFoo Fighters Summer 2011 Tour Dates
May 17, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Foo Fighters have announced they will be going on tour this summer with bands including Rise Against and Motorhead. You can check out the latest tour dates to be announced here.
The Copyrights To Release New Album This Summer
May 17, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Red Scare band The Copyrights will release their third full length, North Sentinel Island, on August 9th.
Genre: pop-punk, punkThursday Post New Video Online
May 17, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Thursday have debuted their new video for their single, “Magnets Caught in a Metal Heart,” from latest album No Devolución, over at SPIN.com.
Genre: dreamy, experimental, post-rock
Face to Face: Laugh Now, Laugh Later
May 17, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Did you know that back in the day, punk music was once intertwined with skateboarding? I mean, think about how the Vans Warped Tour really formed. They even had skaters on the tour. Nowadays though, you’d be lucky to even find anyone that has handled any sort of wheels let … read more.
Similar artists: bad religion, blink 182, nofx, strung out, the bouncing souls, the offspringGenre: emo punk, pop-punk, punk, skate punkPictureplane Album Release and New Single
May 11, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Pictureplane has announced that he will release Thee Physical on July 19th. You can download his new single “Real is a Feeling” here.
Genre: experimental, indieSet Your Goals Release New Song and Album Details
May 4, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Set Your Goals will release their new album, Burning At Both Ends on June 28th via Epitaph Records. Produced by Brian McTernan (Thrice, The Movielife, Hot Water Music), the album is available now for pre-order. Check out their first single from the album, “Exit Summer”, here.
Genre: pop-punkOne Night Only Music Video
May 3, 2011 by Dave Giumara
One Night Only have posted a video from their new single “Can You Feel It” which you can check out here.
Genre: pop, pop rock, rockStream The Full New Moving Mountains Album
May 3, 2011 by Dave Giumara
You can stream the upcoming Moving Mountains album, Waves, at the Vans Warped Tour site.
Genre: dreamy, emo, post-rock, rockRX Bandits Farewell Tour Dates
May 3, 2011 by Dave Giumara
RX Bandits have announced initial dates for what is to be the band’s farewell headlining tour. Maps & Atlases have been added as main support for the band. Check out the tour dates by clicking here.
Genre: experimental, ska
The Gallery: Come Alive EP
April 26, 2011 by Dave Giumara
As a result of growing up and discovering music in the 90’s, I find myself listening to music that I am not sure if I would listen to if they were to be released tomorrow. Album’s like Dizzy Up The Girl by The Goo Goo Dolls, All The Pain Money … read more.
Similar artists: augustana, the damnwells, the goo goo dolls, third eye blindGenre: alternative rock, pop, pop rockTagged: 90's rock, epThere For Tomorrow Announce New Album Details
April 25, 2011 by Dave Giumara
There For Tomorrow have announced they will release their new album The Verge on June 28th on Hopeless Records. The album was produced by Michael Elvis Baskette (Incubus, Chevelle, Alter Bridge). The band’s new single, “Hunt Hunt Hunt” is now available on iTunes.
Genre: emo, rock, screamoTagged: hopeless records, there for tomorrowKevin Devine To Release Teaser Vinyl
April 21, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Kevin Devine will release two new 7′ singles “Luxembourg” and “Part of the Whole” on May 17th through Academy Fight Song. The songs are taken from his upcoming album Between The Concrete And Clouds which he is currently putting the finishing touches on due out this fall.
Genre: acoustic, emo, indieThrice Set In Studio Date
April 20, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Thrice have announced that they will hit the studio on May 2nd to begin working on their 7th studio album due out late fall 2011 through Vagrant Records.
Genre: emo, post-emoWashed Out Announce Release Date
April 19, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Washed Out has signed to Sub Pop / Weird World. His debut album Within and Without will be released July 12. You can check out a song from the album below. Washed Out – “You and I” by OctopusWindmill
Genre: dreamy, indieTagged: chillwave, shoegazeNew Death Cab for Cutie Song “Some Boys” Stream
April 19, 2011 by Dave Giumara
You can listen to a new Death Cab for Cutie song titled “Some Boys” in the replies. The song is taken from their upcoming album Codes and Keys due out May 31st.
Genre: acoustic, emo, popSwimming With Dolphins Announce Debut Details
April 18, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Swimming With Dolphins will release their debut album, Water Colours, on May 17 via Tooth & Nail. The album’s first single, “Sleep To Dream,” will be digitally released April 26 and is available to stream at on the band’s Facebook page today.
Genre: popTagged: synth pop
Small Brown Bike: Fell & Found
April 18, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Perhaps it is the economy, perhaps it is bands wanting to make a statement, or perhaps it is just old friends getting together; but there is something clearly in the air with all of these older bands “reuniting”. The trend is starting to become a little tiresome when every other … read more.
Similar artists: brand new, hot water music, jawbreaker, saves the day, taking back sundayGenre: emo, post-emoTagged: emo-punkTaking Back Sunday Single Streaming
April 15, 2011 by Dave Giumara
You can now stream a studio version of the new Taking Back Sunday single “Best Places to Be a Mom” here. The song is taken from their upcoming album due out June 28th.
Genre: emo, pop-punkThe Movielife Repress Announced
April 14, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Mighter Than the Sword Records announced they will be re-pressing The Movielife’s This Time Next Year” as the 4th LP in their 10th Anniversary Series. This pressing comes on 180 gram vinyl and is limited to 562 copies. The official release date for “This Time Next Year” is May 3rd, … read more.
Genre: emo, pop-punkTagged: vinylPortugal. The Man Post Teaser Clip
April 14, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Portugal. The Man have posted up a teaser video for the song “All Your Light” off of their as yet untitled album due out late summer. Check out the teaser here.
Genre: experimentalTagged: folk, folk-pop
Panda Bear: Tomboy
April 14, 2011 by Dave Giumara
To an outside ear, Panda Bear would be considered the epitome of hipster music. At times it is slow, droned, and sometimes makes little to no sense. That doesn’t mean that their music is bad or that it’s too “complex” for some people to understand; it’s just the prime example … read more.
Similar artists: animal collective, beach boys, rjd2Genre: dreamy, indieTaking Back Sunday Announce Release Date for New Album
April 13, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Taking Back Sunday is set to release their new album on June 28, 2011. The self-titled release marks a return to the band’s original line-up from their 2002 debut Tell All Your Friends: vocalist Adam Lazzara, guitarist Eddie Reyes and drummer Mark O’Connell have reunited with vocalist/guitarist John Nolan and … read more.
Genre: emo, popThe Dear Hunter Pre-Order Available Now
April 11, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Pre-orders of the Limited Edition Vinyl Box Set of The Dear Hunter’s nine-EP collection, The Color Spectrum, are available now at here. The EP set is due out June 14 on Triple Crown Records.
Genre: emo, epic, experimentalTagged: vinylJack’s Mannequin Announces Co-Headlining Summer Tour
April 11, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Jack’s Mannequin has announced a co-headlining summer tour with Guster, which kicks off August 7th in Baltimore and runs through September 4th in Columbus.
Tagged: emo, emo-pop, popGiants Sign to The Mylene Sheath
April 5, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Giants will be releasing their new EP on June 14th through post-rock label The Mylene Sheath.
Genre: post-rock, rockStream The Entire New Thursday Album
April 5, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Thursday’s forthcoming album, No Devolución, is streaming in its entirety on MySpace.com. You can check out Andrew’s glowing recommendation as well here.
Genre: dreamy, emo, post-rockDredg Post Teaser Trailer For New Album
March 30, 2011 by Dave Giumara
Dredg has posted a teaser trailer on their Facebook page. The trailer is promoting their forthcoming album, CHUCKLES AND MR. SQUEEZY, which will be released May 3 on Superball Music.
Tagged: alternative, dredg, rock, spaceyThe Gaslight Anthem Live on Kimmel
March 30, 2011 by Dave Giumara
You can check out a video of The Gaslight Anthem playing their new single “Bring it On” on Jimmy Kimmel Live here.
Tagged: bruce springsteen, pop punk, punk, the gaslight anthem
Hot Water Music – Exister
You Blew It! – Grow Up, Dude
The Forecast – Everybody Left
SHARKS – No Gods
Good Old War – Come Back As Rain
Deep Sea Diver – History Speaks
Conversation w/ Deep Sea Diver
The Panic Division: Eternalism
The Jealous Sound – A Gentle Reminder
O’Brother – Garden Window