Richard Patrick of Filter: People Need to Live in a ‘Fact-Based Reality’
[AltWire Interview] Tom and Kait of 18th & Addison
When you go to concerts waiting in line can either be boring or interesting. It’s what you make of it, and who you talk to. Earlier this month, I went to a Good Charlotte ...
[Concert Review] Bayside at Mavericks 05/23/2017
I will be honest. Bayside is my favorite band and they have been since I was 11 years old. Their logo is tattooed prominently on my left arm. I listen to their albums on ...
Lifehouse Interview: Q&A Jason Wade and Bryce Soderberg
Over the past 17 years, Lifehouse has sold over 15 million records, topped several of the most recognized Billboard charts, and sold out hundreds of shows worldwide. Since the release of their debut album ...
[Concert Review] Milestones At Mavericks
You know it is going to be a great show when the first opening act on the bill kills it from the moment they come to stage. Milestones did exactly this, making the most ...
[Concert Review] Knuckle Puck at Mavericks
As Knuckle Puck burst onto the stage at Mavericks, frontman Joe Taylor let free the opening lyrics to “Disdain.” The words “I’ve got a lot to talk about!” rushed from his throat and rang ...
[Concert Review] Mayday Parade at Mavericks
When it was announced that Mayday Parade was taking A Lesson in Romantics on a tenth anniversary tour, it brought up a lot of memories for me. 10 years ago, I was just starting high ...
[Concert Review] Mayday Parade at Starland Ballroom
On Friday, May 12, the Starland Ballroom in Sayreville, N.J., was packed for Mayday Parade’s sold-out A Lesson in Romantics 10th Anniversary Tour. I’ve been a fan of Mayday Parade for as long as I can ...
#TheSpark: AltWire Recommends – Week of 05/15/17-05/21/17
Welcome to The Spark, a feature on AltWire where we put the spotlight on fun, exciting and diverse artists that we feel deserve your undivided attention. All available for immediate consumption and in satisfying ...
[AltWire Review] Fastball celebrates 20th anniversary with ‘Step Into Light’
When someone mentions the band Fastball, I’m sure the first thing that pops into anyone’s head is their 1998 hit single “The Way,” from their breakthrough album All The Pain Money Can Buy. Since ...
The internet reacts to Chris Cornell
On Thursday, May 18, a representative said Chris Cornell, frontman of grunge rock band Soundgarden and hard rock band Audioslave, was found dead in his hotel in Detroit. Fans and friends took to social media ...
[AltWire Interview] Mikey Mike
If you’ve been walking around the streets of LA recently, you may have caught billboards scattered around town featuring a rather bizarre individual called Mikey Mike. With slogans like “Ginger curious? Send nudes” and ...
Gallery: May 14, 2017 Kiefer Sutherland at Gruene Hall – New Braunfels, TX
The scene: A rustic barn-type venue in middle-of-nowhere North Texas called Gruene Hall in New Braunfels, Texas. A sold out crowd. This is clearly a toe-tapping, boot-scootin’ type party. The guest of honor: The ...
Review: Linkin Park – One More Light (2017) – A Masterpiece
Before diving into this review, I need to warn you: I am a ‘poptimist.’ I don’t find all pop music to be inherently flawed, and I am aware that some Linkin Park fans coming ...
[AltWire Video Interview] Palm Trees & Power Lines
Jacksonville’s very own Palm Trees & Power Lines recently played the Oz Music Festival at UNF on Friday April 7th, 2017. The festival showcased talent from Tove Lo, The Mowglis, Palm Trees & Power ...
Weezer Brings Skill, Good Times, and A Red Velvet Cape to St Augustine Ampitheater
Some of the first music videos I ever watched on MTV featured Weezer. I remember being immediately fascinated by this nerdy but punk mentality that was just weird enough to exist at the time, ...
Everclear ‘So Much for the Afterglow’ 20th Anniversary Tour Review
Nineties alt-rock four piece ‘Everclear’ is embarking on a twentieth anniversary tour this summer, celebrating their 1997 hit record ‘So Much for the Afterglow.’ The group is currently comprised of frontman Art Alexakis, who ...
#TheSpark: Brian’s Favorites
This is my first time writing anything for #TheSpark, a piece where we highlight some of the tracks we’re currently jamming to. An opportunity to talk about a few of my current favorite tracks? Bring ...
#TheSpark: AltWire Recommends – Week of 05/01/17-05/07/17
Welcome to The Spark, a feature on AltWire where we put the spotlight on fun, exciting and diverse artists that we feel deserve your undivided attention. All available for immediate consumption and in satisfying ...
[AltWire Interview] Lilac Lungs
I recently had the opportunity to ask the young, Detroit based group Lilac Lungs about their roots, their influences, and their new record. They have opened for such acts such as Emarosa and The ...
Youth In Revolt Interview: A Chat with Tanner Allen
Editor’s Note: This interview with Youth In Revolt was conducted via email. Questions and answers have been cleaned up for grammar and clarity, however, the content has not been altered. [Mage Mudgway/AltWire]: So “The ...
