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  Rock icons The Used have announced their nationwide US 25th Anniversary Tour creating an unforgettable experience for fans with 3 nights in each city (US and Australia), featuring a full album playthrough of the music they created that shaped the sound of early 2000s alternative rock. The celebration will highlight their first three albums performed in full: their self-titled record The Used (2002), In Love And Death (2004) and Lies For The Liars (2007). As the band reaches a quarter-century milestone, these records are largely regarded as highly influential. It is no wonder each of them has been certified either platinum or gold by the RIAA and sold over 10 million albums worldwide. The US tour will be kicking off on April 3 in Detroit, MI, making stops throughout the United States in cities like Boston, Chicago, New York, NJ, Salt Lake City, Denver and LA before wrapping up on May 17th in San Diego. The band will then head to the UK to bring these special performances with an...

  Brit emo-grunge crew DROWN create captivating energetic alt-rock framed by fuzzed up guitars and long-lasting melodies, all delivered with strong emotive guile. The emerging grunge punks have now revealed their blistering new single and video, Butterflies. Watch the video, here - https://youtu.be/YqwRUwqQEZc Comprised of Billy Hills (vocals, rhythm guitar), Sam Harry (lead guitar), Will Whitehead (bass guitar), and Ben Harrison (drums), DROWN were formed at the end of 2021, and hail from across the South-East of England. Fusing together everyone from Deftones, Title Fight, and Reuben, DROWN wear their hearts on their sleeves, producing a sound that deftly blends genres. The forthright foursome, who are unafraid to prise open the envelope or speak up about social issues that weigh on their mind, have spent the past few years shaping their intoxicating sound and live set. Supports slots and shows with the likes of Jamie Lenman, awakebutstillinbed, and Youth Illusion have also h...

  After surprise announcing their upcoming tenth studio album “Toxic Positivity” last night, rock icons The Used are keeping fans on their toes and have released a surprise new single “People Are Vomit”. The track is a straightforward, in-your-face explosion of Bert McCracken’s iconic angst-ridden vexation and snarling pop energy that doesn’t let up. It is everything fans have come to expect from The Used over the last 20+ years at the forefront of the scene, solidifying their enduring legacy. “People Are Vomit” is available to stream now at https://theused.ffm.to/peoplearevomit “We think this song is fun and cute,” shares Bert. “We hope you love it too.” The Used announced that their newest album “Toxic Positivity” will be out on May 19th via Hassle Records/Big Noise. “Toxic Positivity” includes “People Are Vomit” as well as the previously-released, no-holds-barred “ Fuck You ” which came out in 2022. Fans can pre-order / pre-save “Toxic Positivity” now at https://theused.ffm....

  Cincinnati, OH pop-punks Settle Your Scores have released their new album "Retrofit" via Mutant League Records. The band is also debuting a nostalgic new video for the track "Broken Heart Scenario." Vocalist Christian Fisher says, "The Broken Heart Scenario video is living proof that it was never a phase. We wanted to capture the visual elements of 2005 emo music videos accurately, but with a humorous twist. This video is a salute to all the elder-emos out there. Stay true, and lay your eyeliner on thick."   Check out the video for "Broken Heart Scenario" below: Stream/Buy 'Retrofit' Here: https://orcd.co/retrofit "Retrofit" vinyl includes a limited 12" vinyl pressing + multiple apparel designs which each reference tracks from the album. Vinyl Pressing info: Blue Splatter: 150 Blue Marble: 350 'Retrofit' reunites the five-piece with producer Nick Ingram at Capital House Studio (Hawthorne Heights), who previously...

  Back On Earth ’s brand new track 'Somebody Else' brings you all the emo vibes that you were missing from the 2000s era. That song will definitely become the soundtrack of your Summer. There’s a nostalgic aura in the sound, carried by the haunting voice of Clément. The chorus will get in your head instantly, as an anthem to move forward after hitting a point of no return. 'Somebody Else' is the 4th release of Back On Earth since their 2019 comeback. While previous tracks 'Youth' and 'Save Me' were produced respectively by Beau Burchell and Bertrand Poncet, this new song was produced by Federico Telesca who they have worked with on their previous single ‘Until Tonight’. Through this song, you can hear their influences such as Jimmy Eat World, Angels and Airwaves or The Dangerous Summer. The band is adding another side to its eclecticism and manages to carry you during their emotional journey. Check out the video for 'Somebody Else' below: https...

The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus are kicking off 2020 with the release of their first original new music since 2018, a nod to their emo roots called “ A Long Time Ago In A Galaxy Called LA.” . The track will be available on all major streaming services on Friday, Jan. 31st and is the first song off their forthcoming The Emergency EP, to be released later this year. The band has also announced a spring headlining tour, and several dates in Australia with Boys Like Girls (see below). "A Long Time Ago In A Galaxy Called LA " marks their first new release since 2018’s The Awakening. However, the band weren’t quiet in 2019, having shared a radio mix of one of the album’s tracks, “ Shooting Star .” They also joined Hopeless Records’ Songs That Saved My Life Vol. 2 to share their cover of Thrice’s “Trust.” Front man Ron Winter explains “This song was just really fun from the beginning to the end. It’s the story of how I met my future wife. As I was producing the lead vocal...

Hazing Drop New Single & Music Video Hazing debuts their new single Concrete Girl! They also released a video for the single via InVogue Records YouTube channel. The song is available via all digital outlets. The group is busy preparing for the release of their NEW full length in 2018, so stay tuned for that. You can view the video for Concrete Girl on the InVogue Records YouTube channel here and below! Find out more about Hazing: http://facebook.com/hazingkc http://instagram.com/hazingkc http://twitter.com/hazingtheband

When The Clock Strikes are a 3 piece alt punk rock band from Muskogee, Oklahoma. They haven't been around long, only debuting with their Glowing In The Dark EP in November 2014, and now they are back with their follow up, The Better Friends EP, to make some noise and 'strike' with their video game inspired upbeat sounds!... 'Too Many Cooks' gets things off to an explosive exciting start, especially with highly melodic riffs, fast drums, and flawless fun punk rock vocals, which maintains great energy and tones throughout. The dominant unexpected effects and rhythms take this to another level! This isn't your typical pop punk, that's for sure! The title song, 'Better Friends' (From A Distance) is a emotionally driven, cruel yet honest offering, which is upbeat, with lots of electrifying twists. It has brilliant structure and melodies, with strong raw vocals and well written lyrics. Unlike their 'friends', make sure this song is readi...