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Atreyu Unleashes Emotional New Single “Drowning”

29Jan

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Atreyu Unleashes Emotional New Single “Drowning”

It's been a minute since we've heard from the dynamic rockers of Atreyu. They've returned with a vengeance with their latest single, "Drowning." This single is a masterclass in emotive rock and roll - it's a cathartic journey through the darkest depths of depression and the power of self-expression to find healing. Photo by Dennis Larance These Californian metalcore pioneers, formed in 1998, have been delivering the goods for over two decades. With eight studio albums under their belt, including their 2002 debut "Suicide Notes and Butterfly Kisses" and the recent "Baptize," Atreyu continues to be a force to be reckoned with in the world of rock. The guys in Atreyu have never shied away from baring their souls and "Drowning" is no exception. The subject matter hits hard, but the me...

‘M3GAN’ is an Instant Camp Classic (Review)

27Jan

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‘M3GAN’ is an Instant Camp Classic (Review)

With 'M3GAN,' Blumhouse has done it again. They've delivered a low-budget, high-concept thrillride that is a total blast, even if it's been watered down to a PG-13 rating. Producer James Wan ('Malignant') tapped New Zealand director Gerard Johnstone to helm this campy blend of horror and comedy from a taut script by Akela Cooper. Cady (Violet McGraw) has just lost her parents in a car accident and is sent to live with her aunt Gemma (Allison Williams), who just happens to be a high-end toy designer in Seattle. Gemma has no idea how to handle a young child and instead adapts a robot project she's been working on. It's easier for her to hand over M3GAN (Model 3 Generative Android) to babysit Cady and use its AI adaptive learning to keep her busy. But M3GAN takes her duties a ...

Zebrahead’s 20-Year Journey: From Grammy Nominations to ‘Middle Seat Blues’

26Jan

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Zebrahead’s 20-Year Journey: From Grammy Nominations to ‘Middle Seat Blues’

Zebrahead Orange County, CA native Zebrahead has been bringing its unique blend of punk, metal, and devil-may-care grooves to the masses for years. Their latest single "Middle Seat Blues" is no exception. At the helm of Zebrahead is vocalist/rapper Ali Tabatabaee and vocalist/guitarist Adrian Estrella, who is also the band's frontman. Rounding out the lineup are bassist Ben Osmundson, drummer Ed Udhus, and guitarist Dan Palmer. When asked about the meaning behind "Middle Seat Blues," Estrella had this to say. "It's about surrounding yourself with quality, not quantity. Not everyone around you has your best interests in mind." Osmundson added, "It's a song that combines a bit of metal, a bit of laid-back groove, and splashes a bit of punk on top. Hard to imagine right? Well, give ...

Disco Donnie Presents & Third String Entertainment Announce New Partnership, Disco Punk, & More.

25Jan

By Ambur MasenNo Comments

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Disco Donnie Presents & Third String Entertainment Announce New Partnership, Disco Punk, & More.

Attention, fellow emo-to-EDM-pipeline kids: we have some news for you. Yesterday, Third String Entertainment and Disco Donnie Presents announced a new partnership company, Disco Punk. This partnership company will be in charge of curating Texas-based events Unsilent Night and So What?! Music Festival from here on out. Along with the announcement of the Disco Punk collaboration came the release of 2023's So What!? dates. Read on to find out more. Disco Donnie Presents & Third String Entertainment's So What?! Fest: So What?! Music Festival: So What?! music festival is going to take place on June 24-25 at Fair Park in Dallas. The festival was originally founded in 2008 by Mike Ziemer and Orlando Mendoza of Third String Entertainment, with the goal to blen...

Breaking Waves: Another Great Week for the Electronic Underground

22Jan

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Breaking Waves: Another Great Week for the Electronic Underground

2023 has been off to an incredible start, and it's all thanks to the electronic underground. On New Year's, we saw UFO.Wave drop their first mixtape; last weekend, we saw Cyberwave Collective's annual winter festival go live on Twitch. And now, we got some powerful new singles coming from the likes of MAYKO and Nick Neutronz. If only time could slow down a little so we can take it all in! Because trust me when I say that this is a pair of singles that you will want to take some time with. Let's dive in. A Week in Underground Hits: MAYKO & Nick Neutronz Getting new music this week from two of the artists who were part of what made 2022 so special was an incredible treat. MAYKO released his uplifting new single, "YOU GOT IT" on Wednesday, January 18th. The nex...

How to Virtually Attend the Sundance Film Festival 2023

20Jan

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How to Virtually Attend the Sundance Film Festival 2023

The Sundance Film Festival 2023 is now underway in Park City, Utah. Despite the return of the in-person festival this year, organizers have continued with a way for film fans across the country to attend virtually. The in-person event is running from now until January 29. Titles will be available to watch at home from January 24-29. The full in-person lineup is not available virtually this year, but you will have the opportunity to watch every movie in competition in the dramatic and documentary categories as well as the NEXT programming and several other premieres. Tickets This year, most ticket packages sold out pretty quickly. Many festival titles are still available for individual purchase. You can buy access to all available movies for $20 each. Keep in mind that everyt...

Pistols At Dawn Announces Tour Supporting Ugly Kid Joe and Fozzy

19Jan

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Pistols At Dawn Announces Tour Supporting Ugly Kid Joe and Fozzy

Pistols At Dawn, the Atlanta-based hard rockers who have been turning heads with their powerful sound, are set to hit the road with a vengeance this spring. They'll be joining forces with the legendary Ugly Kid Joe and the unstoppable Fozzy on the 'Rad Wings of Destiny' tour. Kicking off on May 3rd in San Diego, the tour will take them across the country, with stops on the East Coast before wrapping up on June 10th in San Antonio, TX. Tickets for this unmissable event are on sale as of Friday, January 20th at 10 AM. This marks the first full U.S. tour for Ugly Kid Joe in nearly three decades. They initially broke up in 1997 but reformed in 2010. Since then they've released two albums and played a handful of festival shows. Pistols At Dawn Reacts To Major Tour Announcement ...

Hunter Hayes Takes The Next Step in His Musical Evolution With “Sober”

18Jan

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Hunter Hayes Takes The Next Step in His Musical Evolution With “Sober”

Hunter Hayes is a true artist. He continues to push boundaries and is never content to rest on his laurels. The Grammy-nominated multi-instrumentalist and platinum-selling artist has released "Sober". The song is included on his upcoming album Red Sky which is set to drop this spring. Photo Credit: Andrew Zaeh Hayes had this to say about the upbeat pop song. "'Sober' speaks to confidence and self-worth because I want to be loved as I am, without pretending to be anything else. It's not about drinking really, it's about many different forms of ‘intoxication’”. "Sober" is a track that showcases the depth of his songwriting. That, and the emotional connection that he makes with his listeners. "I’m not looking for a lover, I’m just asking for a friend," says Hayes on the track. He col...

The Mega-Monsters Tour: Mastodon and Gojira Set To Rock North America in 2023

17Jan

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The Mega-Monsters Tour: Mastodon and Gojira Set To Rock North America in 2023

Innovative hard rockers Mastodon and French heavy metal band Gojira are joining forces for The Mega-Monsters Tour. The massive co-headline tour will embark across North America in 2023. Along with special guests Lorna Shore on all dates, these will be taking over arenas and amphitheaters throughout the spring and summer, alternating headlining sets each night. The tour kicks off at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Portland, OR on April 18th. They'll make stops at legendary venues such as the Forum in Los Angeles, CA on April 21st. They'll roll through Mastodon’s hometown of Atlanta for their biggest Georgia headlining gig to date at the Ameris Bank Amphitheatre. The first leg concludes at Santander Arena in Reading, PA on May 11th. Meanwhile, the tour will resume with a second leg ...

Depeche Mode Song Sees Revival After ‘Last Of Us’ Premiere

16Jan

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Depeche Mode Song Sees Revival After ‘Last Of Us’ Premiere

Depeche Mode is experiencing a bit of a revival after fans of the popular HBO show found themselves asking, "what was that song from Last of Us"? "Never Let Me Down Again" plays during a crucial moment at the conclusion of the much-talked-about episode. And based on comments left on social media, all signs point towards renewed interest among fans new and old. The song was released in August of 1987, as the second single from their Music For The Masses album. While it didn't achieve the chart success of some of their other material it's been a longtime fan favorite. Will we continue to see the trend of newfound success for older songs thanks to appearances in popular television shows? Yes, probably. In 2022, the iconic Kate Bush experienced a revival on a whole other level after...