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  LONDON, UK — May 23, 2025 — In celebration of their 25th anniversary, The Used have teamed up with Sumerian Comics to unveil a brand-new graphic novel inspired by the band’s iconic music video for “All That I’ve Got.” The band revealed the book during the band’s panel at MCM Comic Con London, with exclusive content available only at the event. Titled The Used: All That I've Got, the 168-page hardcover graphic novel follows the haunting journey of Gage, a forgotten orphan who stumbles upon a mysterious book that mirrors his own troubled life. When fiction and reality collide, Gage is thrust into a surreal nightmare of twisted fairy tales, symbolic forests, and cryptic truths—where the ending has yet to be written. The graphic novel is penned by Garrett Krebs, illustrated by PJ Kaiowa, colored by Francesca Carotenuto, and lettered by Micah Myers. It’s a full-color, all-ages release that offers a gripping, emotional, and visually stunning experience for fans of dark fantasy and musi...

  Legendary rock band The Used have announced their 25th Anniversary Tour kicking off in Spring ‘25. Full details can be found here: https://conta.cc/41sfqn0 In celebration of the unforgetting fan experience of 3 nights in each city with full album play throughs of their first three records: their self-titled record The Used (2002), In Love And Death (2004) and Lies For The Liars (2007), the band have released limited edition vinyls with reimagined artwork for each album. The limited supply will be available Thursday, December 19 for purchase at www.TheUsed.net . Self Titled Artwork by Cam Rackam In Love And Death artwork by Alex Pardee Lies for the Liars artwork by Craola The reconceptualised visions of the cover art from artists Cam Rackam , Alex Pardee and Craola will bring visual dimension to these beloved records, making this special edition a must-have for fans of both the band and the genre. More on each artist below. First released in 2002, their platinum-certified sel...

  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...

  Rock icons The Used have announced a deluxe b-side album MEDZ, set for release on June 21 via Big Noise. Including previously released singles “ People Are Vomit ” and “ Fuck You ”, MEDZ offers eight new, never-before-heard singles from The Used from the Toxic Positivity writing sessions with John Feldmann in 2022 and 2023. MEDZ is available to pre-save now at https://theused.ffm.to/medz Vocalist robbietheused shared a quote from C.S. Lewis to give a deeper meaning to the collection of b-sides: “Mental pain is less dramatic than physical pain, but it is more common and also more hard to bear. The frequent attempt to conceal mental pain increases the burden: it is easier to say “My tooth is aching” than to say ‘My heart is broken.’” MEDZ Tracklist: 1. MEDZ 2. Fuck You 3. People Are Vomit 4. Sisyphus 5. Depression Personified 6. Terrified 7. Before I Leave 8. Take Yourself Out 9. Tell Me 10. Pain is My Therapy Alongside the announcement, The Used have released the title track of t...

  East Midlands five-piece Wishing Wolf, inspired by mid-2000s bands such as The Used, My Chemical Romance & Taking Back Sunday, are promising a ‘devious approach’ to songwriting with their new single. Ushering us on a journey in nostalgia, echoed in urgent romantic narratives mixed with robust riffs and anthemic choruses. Watch the video for ‘A True Classic (Never Goes Out Of Style)’ below: Having recently started incorporating elements of orchestral sounds, blended with Jazz & Blues fusions, to their 50’s inspired Rock ‘n’ Roll vision, this is a straight-up metal track. Wishing Wolf are here to shake up the alt-emo metal establishment with a ferocity unique to their own contemporary identity. FFO: The Used, My Chemical Romance, Lydia, Madina Lake, Polyphia, Fall Out Boy For more on Wishing Wolf: Facebook I Twitter I Instagram I TikTok I Spotify I Bandcamp I YouTube

  Rock icons The Used have announced their first UK tour in 5 years. The announcement follows the release of their critically acclaimed new album “Toxic Positivity” which is out now via Hassle Records/Big Noise. “Hello UK! Get ready to fucking rock cause The Used are comin'! We absolutely cannot wait to play for you! It’s been far too long and we have missed you so much! You don’t wanna miss out! See you all there ♡ - Bert McCracken The band will return to the following venues this December with support from The Home Team and Honey Revenge: December: 4th Manchester, Academy 5th Glasgow, SWG3 Galvanisers 7th London, O2 Forum Kentish Town 8th Bristol, Marble Factory 9th Birmingham, O2 Academy Tickets are on general sale on Friday August 18th at 10am BST from www.theused.net Over 20 years into their career, Toxic Positivity is everything fans have come to know and love from The Used – straightforward, in-your-face, destructive, and vulnerable all at once. Working together with longt...

  Rock icons The Used have released their highly anticipated tenth studio album, Toxic Positivity via Hassle Records/Big Noise. Over 20 years into their career, Toxic Positivity is everything fans have come to know and love from The Used – straightforward, in-your-face, destructive, and vulnerable all at once. Working together with longtime friend and collaborator John Feldmann to produce the album, Toxic Positivity is filled with The Used’s signature sound, earworm hooks and erratic riffs. Fans can stream Toxic Positivity now at https://theused.ffm.to/toxicpositivity Described as a “day-in-the-life journey of a depressed, anxiety-ridden person” by vocalist Bert McCracken, the tell-all record shares the highs and lows of depression and addiction through a cohesive body of work, speaking to the ever-changing headspace that he was experiencing at the time of writing. “This record is quite tough for me to listen to,” he adds, “because it’s a reflection of times in my life that have ...

  Rock icons The Used have shared their newest single “Numb” taken from their highly anticipated upcoming album Toxic Positivity, out May 19 via Hassle Records/Big Noise. The track tackles the all-too-familiar sensation of feeling too much and nothing at all simultaneously. The reoccurring line – “does anybody else feel numb?” delivered in Bert McCracken’s passionate voice – is as much a reminder as it is a question, searching for reassurance that we aren’t alone in this feeling. Fans can stream “Numb” now at https://theused.ffm.to/numb When asked, McCracken draws a parallel between the band’s 2020 song “To Feel Something” and ‘Numb’.: “I just wanna feel something. Anything is better than this. I just wanna feel something. No different from anyone else. Wanna waste my time but not like this at all. I just wanna feel something. No different from anyone else.” “Cause I feel numb. Does anybody else feel numb?” “Numb” is the first single from The Used’s new album Toxic Positivity. O...

  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....

  Montreal, Québec - Hot on the success of their cover of FAITH NO MORE'S legendary 1987 single " We Care A Lot ," SLAVES ON DOPE's Jason Rockman and Kevin Jardine, along with Bill Kelliher of MASTODON, are back with their project, THE KINGS OF QUARANTINE, this time with a brilliant cover of JANE'S ADDICTION'S iconic 1987 "Mountain Song." The new video features a myriad of artists including Wes Borland (LIMP BIZKIT), Tanner Wayne (IN FLAMES), P-Nut (311), Louise Post (VERUCA SALT), Richard Patrick (FILTER) and, Bert McCracken (THE USED). One hundred percent of the profits for "Mountain Song" will be donated to ROADIE RELIEF , a fundraising effort to aid qualifying Roadies who have submitted an application for financial help during the Covid-19 crisis. THE KINGS OF QUARANTINE came together in 2020 after a discussion between Jason and Bill about possibly collaborating on a cover song. "Mountain Song" is the second installment in...

Check out the new Stencil Mag which includes my feature of The Used & my reviews of Skunk Anansie, Last Chance City, Waterparks, Twitching Tongues, SECRETS, Bad Pollyanna, Outright Resistance & Perfect Hero. Plus loads of awesome interviews, such as cover band, Simple Plan, Bloc Party, Sylosis, American Head Charges & other reviews! https://issuu.com/stencilmag/docs/issue35/1?e=0 Direct Links to my reviews/features inside:  Badpollyanna, Secrets, Outright Resistance, Perfect Hero Reviews  http://issuu.com/stencilmag/docs/issue35/167?e=1780949/33146877 Twitching Tongues Review  http://issuu.com/stencilmag/docs/issue35/169?e=1780949/33146877  Waterparks & Last Chance City Review  http://issuu.com/stencilmag/docs/issue35/173?e=1780949/33146877 Skunk Anansie Review  http://issuu.com/stencilmag/docs/issue35/175?e=1780949/33146877 My Used Feature http://issuu.com/stencilmag/docs/issue35/193?e=1780949/33146877

DECADE ANNOUNCED AS SPECIAL GUESTS ON THE USED UK TOUR ‏   CONFIRMED FOR  HIT THE DECK AND TAKEDOWN FESTIVAL DECADE have been revealed as special guests to The Used  on their February run of shows up and down the UK. Decade complete the bill, joining UK hardcore outfit,  Landscapes who are also confirmed to appear at all dates. Says Alex Sears , Decade frontman; “We are completely made up to be touring with The Used. I think every band currently on the UK circuit would agree that they are a massively influential band so to be able to tour with them is an honour. Plus our mates in Landscapes are coming out too so it’s gonna be one big party!” Furthermore , Decade are confirmed to play two festivals following their dates with  The Used ; the first of which will be Takedown Festival , Southampton (UK), on March 7 th alongside acts such as Mallory Knox , Charlie Simpson &  Arcane Roots , followed by Hit The Deck Festival which take...

     Check out the latest Stencil Magazine featuring loads of awesome interviews (see above!) and reviews - including my reviews of Architects, The Used, Taking Back Sunday, Comeback Kid, Polar & More Than Life!   Head to this link to check it all out: http://issuu.com/stencilmag/docs/issue24   Carina 

    Firstly Happy 2014!! (Sorry its so late!)   Just doing a bit of updating from last year, as this is first post of 2014 so thought I'd get my music CV updated before putting new things up and also a bit of reflecting! Bit late, but better late than never I say!..So here is Issue 21 of Stencil Mag, in this my contributions included the interview questions for Northlaine & A Skylit Drive & my reviews of Flyleaf, The Used, Zebrahead, Devil Wears Prada, Like Mothes To Flames, Bless The Fall, & lastly Kids In Glass Houses!   Check it all out here: http://issuu.com/stencilmag/docs/issue21