PHOTOS: Slightly Stoopid Summer Traditions Tour 2022

Slightly Stoopid’s Summer Traditions Tour is coming to a close, and our team recently caught them in Cocoa, Florida, on a sold-out show! Joining them were Fortunate Youth, Common Kings, and Pepper. The highlights ...

Darren Hayes Announces Bold 2022 Solo Album “Homosexual”

It’s been a little over ten years since Darren Hayes released a solo album, but the wait has been well worth it. Darren Hayes has announced his new record, Homosexual, to be released on ...

Chilly & Milly Director William D. Caballero Discusses His 2022 Animated Short Film

In Chilly & Milly, director William D. Caballero brings to life the story of his parents in an animated short film that has already qualified for an Academy Award in 2023. The film takes ...

Altwire Podcast Episode 2, Season 1 – The Legendary John Feldmann (Goldfinger / Producer)

Season 1 of the Altwire Podcast continues with some punk-rock and ska-punk royalty: In this episode of the Altwire Podcast, we chat with John Feldmann, Grammy-nominated record producer and lead singer of Goldfinger. Goldfinger ...

Iration On Tour: Our Recap & Awesome Video Q&A With Adam!

Iration is currently on their summer tour, and joining them was Atmosphere and The Grouch with DJ Fresh. Originally, Katastro was supposed to join them, but due to the tragic passing of their lead, ...

BREAKING: Nichelle Nichols, ‘Uhura’ – Dead at 89

Nichelle Nichols, best known for her portrayal of Nyota Uhura in the original Star Trek series and its film sequels, died Saturday, July 30th, 2022 at the age of 89. The announcement was made ...

Musical Sensation Payton Releases Debut EP ‘Insomnia’

On his nineteenth birthday, July 28th, (happy birthday!), singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and vocalist payton dropped his six track debut EP, Insomnia. With hook-heavy catchy pop songs combined with confessional lyrics, the Insomnia EP is a ...

Nick Catoire Wants You To “SHINE” In His Sweet New Track

On this wonderful Friday, we’re excited to present you some fantastic new music by Nick Catoire. “Shine,” Nick Catoire’s new hot single, premieres today. The song is a message to the world encouraging individuals ...

Chester Mexico Memorial

Yes, You Can Grieve A Famous Person Like A Best Friend.

Yesterday marked a tragic anniversary and one that all of us in the music community wish we didn’t have to experience. It’s been five years since Chester Bennington, the lead singer of Linkin Park, ...

Calgary Stampede Milky Chance

Calgary Stampede / July 10th, 2022: Milky Chance

On July 10, 2022, Germany-based band Milky Chance took to the Coca-Cola Stage at the Calgary Stampede. This night was the most packed I have ever seen at the Calgary Stampede, the crowd extended ...

Half Moon Run Calgary Stampede

Calgary Stampede / July 8th, 2022: Half Moon Run

On July 8, 2022, Montreal-based indie rock band Half Moon Run took the Coca-Cola Stage at the Calgary Stampede. Half Moon Run has recently been playing shows throughout their home province, Quebec however, they ...

Altwire Podcast – Season 1, Episode 1: Steven McKellar

Today I’m thrilled to pull back the curtain on a brand new series coming to AltWire: The Altwire Podcast. For almost ten years, I’ve had the great privilege of chatting to some of the ...

Everclear’s Art Alexakis: Life at 60, Staying Positive, And New Music

It’s been a long and eventful trip for Art Alexakis. The frontman of Everclear has experienced more in his 60 years on this earth than some may do in a lifetime. He’s battled addiction ...

Couch CoOp is Dying: An Underused Gaming Mechanic in 2022

It pains me to say it, Couch CoOp (local CoOp) is dying. No, scratch that; Couch CoOp is already dead. It was killed off by gaming studios, who decided that online-only multiplayer was the future. And ...

Shinedown Celebrates Release of Planet Zero (2022) with Free Livestream

Attention! Attention! Shinedown fans! Rock band Shinedown is celebrating the release of their new studio album Planet Zero with a free Veeps global Livestream of their album release day event on July 1st, 2022. ...

Shiprocked Parkway Drive Falling In Reverse

Parkway Drive Joins Energetic ShipRocked 2023 Cruise

It’s been a little while since Parkway Drive graced American shores, but they’re coming back in a big way. The Australian metalcore veterans have just been announced as Co-Headliners for ShipRocked 2023, alongside Falling ...

Lean Year

Lean Year Announces 2022 Album ‘Sides’: Explores Loss in a COVID-Transformed World

It’s been a tough few years for Richmond, VA-based Lean Year. The band made up of Emilie Rex and Rick Alverson, has announced their sophomore album Sides in the midst of great personal tragedy. ...

relaxing music

Need Zen? 8 Perfect Relaxing Music Picks

Do you ever feel anxious? Stressed? Overwhelmed? If so, you’re not alone. Millions of people around the world suffer from anxiety daily. While there are many ways to deal with stress, relaxing music may ...

Video Game Soundtracks

10 Most Popular Video Game Soundtracks on Spotify

Editorial Note: The following article was written with help from our friends at journalistic.org What are the most popular video game soundtracks on Spotify? Find out below. As technology continues to evolve, there is no ...

Vinyl Records

15 Most Popular Vinyl Records: Is Your Favorite Listed?

Ever wondered what the 15 most popular vinyl records are on Discogs? Find out here. Do you remember the first time you ever listened to vinyl? For many people, it’s a cherished memory. Vinyl ...

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