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Pinhead Gunpowder Turns Back the Clock in Detroit
Billie Joe Armstrong traded stadiums for St. Andrew’s Hall, and a sold-out room of longtime Green Day fans got raw, unpolished East Bay punk up close.

LJ Portnoy
2 days ago


Knox Gives Detroit His Midwest Best
Fresh off his new album, Knox and his show-stopping opener Emi Grace turned St. Andrew’s Hall into all-night Friday sing-along.

SoundCheck Team
3 days ago


Knocked Loose Leave It All in the Parking Lot at the Palladium
Hardcore’s reigning kings, Knocked Loose, turned Worcester’s outdoor stage into 72 minutes of chaos, with a little help from Denzel Curry
Michael Riley
6 days ago


Faber Drive Couldn’t Wait for 20: Inside the 19¼ Anniversary Tour
Backstage at The Concert Hall in Toronto, Dave Faber Seamus O’Neil, and Nate Cavalli talk about the pop-punk resurgence, hearing fans sing the new single back, and what’s coming next on Faber Drive.

LJ Portnoy
Oct 13


The Linda Lindas Light Up Chicago
The Linda Lindas brought the noise, the energy, and a whole lot of punk rock to the House of Blues Chicago.

Ernesto Raul Aguilar
Oct 4


Julia Wolf Takes Philly to the Deep End at Franklin Music Hall
Photography and Review by Hannah Mary Hampton Julia Wolf brought her Deep End World Tour to Philly this past Wednesday, September 30, delivering an emotionally charged night that showcased exactly why the New York singer has continued to build such a devoted audience. Photography by Hannah Mary Hampton | IG: @hannahmarymedia Nearly 4 years after Wolf first headlined Philadelphia at The Foundry at The Fillmore in February 2023, she has made her return. This time commanding the
Hannah Hampton
Oct 4


Modest Mouse “Floats On” Across the US
With a new album release in June, Modest Mouse enchants fans, bringing their genre defying show is across the US.
Madison Cozzens
Oct 2


It Wasn’t Just a Phase: Simple Plan Headlines a Sold-out Show at Jacob’s Pavilion
Simple Plan Celebrates their 25th Anniversary with an Electric North American Tour
Madison Cozzens
Aug 16


Blood, Fire, and The Black Parade: My Chemical Romance Takes Over Citi Field
My Chemical Romance did not wait for the first note to start the show. The second fans entered Citi Field, they were no longer simply concertgoers. They were prisoners.

Fernando Flores
Aug 13


Pretty Pity Is Done Performing What You Think a Rock Band Should Be
The Tampa alternative pop-rock band, Pretty Pity, on leaving Stoned Mary behind, learning to be okay with looking cringe, and why their most vulnerable music is still ahead.
Brooke Dougherty
Aug 10


Valley’s “Vending Machine” Explores Love As a Transaction
With "Vending Machine," Valley takes a close look at the emotional cost of being loved only when it's convenient. Release Date: June 12, 2026 Released via: Capitol Records/Universal Music Canada Article Contributed by Brooke Dougherty Cover of new single “Vending Machine” by Valley Since forming in 2016, the three-piece, Canadian alternative-pop trio Valley, made up of Rob Laska, Alex DiMauro, and Karah James, have built a reputation for pairing playful indie-pop production w
Brooke Dougherty
Aug 8


Take a Drive Down the 101 with The Strike’s New Release, Knock Me Out
Knock Me Out is the Sound of a Coastal Summer Brought to us by The Strike.
Konstantina Buhalis
Aug 7


Rainbow Kitten Surprise Turns a Meadow Brook's Lawn Into One Big Sing-Along
Spacey Jane closes out their run as openers in style, and Rainbow Kitten Surprise brings the Bones Tour to Rochester Hills, MI.

LJ Portnoy
Aug 2


Benten’s Newest EP Has Perfected the Soundtrack to Happy Heartbreak
Halfways by benten explores what happens when young love is clouded by uncertainty, mixed signals, and feelings left unsaid.
Brooke Dougherty
Jul 31


Joji’s Arena Era Has Officially Arrived
A sold-out Climate Pledge Arena performance showcased how far Joji has come since his days as an internet phenomenon.
Vaneza Gutiérrez Wyckoff
Jul 24


bree-on-uh Weighs the Cost on New Dark-Pop Album, "The Cost of Loving Young"
New Dark Pop artist, bree-on-uh, is on a roll as she releases her new full-length album after success with her featured single, “How Does It Feel?” off her sophomore EP, Overkill. “How Does It Feel?” launched her into the TikTok viral space with 90,000 streams and 30,000+ TikTok followers after its release.
Konstantina Buhalis
Jul 23


Underground Radar Feature - Liam Brock: As Real As It Gets
The Northeast Ohio songwriter, Liam Brock, on community, the live setting, and his most personal work yet.
Madison Cozzens
Jul 14


Devon Again Embraces Grungy Aesthetics on Snake the Drain
Analog Antics fill the screen in the new music video Photo: Max Christiansen Devon Again Introduces Herself to the World Devon Again, the stage name of the rising country-pop artist Devon Johanningmeier, has hit the world stage after a 2020 TikTok video in which she freestyled over a polka beat and went viral. From there, label meetings became routine, and she eventually met with Cameron Hale, who helped produce Johanningmeier’s first hit, Suburbia. Now, four years later, Joh
Konstantina Buhalis
Jul 13


Savage Hands Releases “It’s Me” Detailing the Agonizing Loop of Pushing People Away Because You’re Running From Yourself
Pushing themselves to new heights following the move to Oxide Records, Savage Hands are preparing to release a new album and set out on a summer tour. Without losing touch with their hard rock roots, the Maryland band have dropped a gut-wrenching new single, "It's Me,” compelling enough to hook even the non-metal fans. Article Contributed by Brooke Dougherty Photography by William George The song begins fast-paced, and almost uneasy as if you are trying to outrun your shadows
Brooke Dougherty
Jul 12


Deon's "Feel the Same" Is the Quiet Math of Letting Go
Deon's new "Feel the Same," featuring Don Aaron, turns an amicable breakup into atmospheric indie-electronica and a into study identity.
Konstantina Buhalis
Jul 11
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