
Caskets Interview: We Chat with Matt Flood about “Reflections”
Derek Oswald
Today we are thrilled to be conversing with Matt Flood, the powerhouse lead vocalist of the badass English hard-rock band – Caskets. Renowned for their electrifying performances and emotionally charged lyrics, Caskets has left ...

Kailee Morgue Stops By to Talk Girl Next Door (and Much More)
Derek Oswald
Prepare for another mesmerizing episode of the Altwire Podcast, where we bring you in-depth conversations with some of the most talented artists shaping the alternative music scene. We are delighted to welcome our next ...

Treat Williams Gone Too Soon: Remembering The Actor
Derek Oswald
The entertainment world is in collective mourning today as we process the loss of Treat Williams, the legendary actor who died Monday, July 12th, 2023, following a motorcycle accident on Route 30 in Vermont, ...

Gin Blossoms: Blossoming Beginnings To Timeless Tunes – A Chat With Robin Wilson
Derek Oswald
Growing up in the 90s, my days were filled with the joys of watching Nickelodeon, playing games on my Super NES, and immersing myself in the rock revolution that unfolded before my very ears. ...

Andrew Hagar on His Own Path, His Family’s Legacy, and Dealing With it All
Derek Oswald
Get ready for another episode of the Altwire Podcast, where we bring you in-depth conversations with some of the most talented artists shaping the alternative music scene. We are thrilled to welcome our next ...

The Used Toxic Positivity: It’s OK to Not Be OK
Derek Oswald
In May 2022, The Used Frontman Bert McCracken made headlines with a candid public announcement about his mental health. With this revelation, he declared a hiatus from touring to focus on his well-being. Fast ...

Sum 41 Announce Breakup After 27 Years
Derek Oswald
Sum 41, the iconic Canadian punk rock band, has announced its breakup after 27 years as a band. The news was first announced on the band’s official social media pages, where they thanked their ...

Taproot Vocalist Stephen On Ill-Fated Layne Staley Collab
Derek Oswald
In a recent Altwire podcast episode, Taproot frontman Stephen Richards spoke about his ill-fated collaboration with the late grunge icon Layne Staley. Called “Kevin Spacey” and originally intended to appear on the band’s 2002 ...

Stephen Richards of Taproot Shares Tales of Life on the Road (NSFW)
Derek Oswald
We’re “ca-ca-ca-calling” on all Taproot fans to check out The Altwire Podcast‘s latest episode, featuring a special guest: the legendary nu-metal icon Stephen Richards. You won’t want to miss your chance to listen in ...

Unleashing A Roar: Theory of a Deadman Talks ‘Dinosaur’
Derek Oswald
Altwire recently had the pleasure of speaking with the lead singer of Theory of a Deadman, Tyler Connolly, about the band’s March 2023 release, Dinosaur. In this interview, Tyler delves into the inspiration behind Dinosaur and ...

Michigander’s Jason Singer on How the Pandemic Challenged Him Creatively
Derek Oswald
Prepare for another fascinating episode of the Altwire Podcast, where we bring you in-depth conversations with some of the most talented artists shaping the alternative music scene. As we love to spotlight newer artists, ...

Review: Exploring Linkin Park’s Meteora | 20 Lost Demos
Derek Oswald
Warning: The following review and article concerning the Lost Demos CD on Meteora 20 contain massive spoilers. You have been warned! The announcement of Linkin Park‘s Meteora|20 box set release on April 7th, 2023, ...

Danny Case of From Ashes To New Stops By, And Doesn’t Dissapoint
Derek Oswald
Get ready for another riveting episode of the Altwire Podcast, where we connect you with the most influential artists in the alternative music scene through engaging conversations. We are excited to announce our next ...

Of Virtue Suffer From “A.N.X.I.E.T.Y.” In New Track
Derek Oswald
Michigan metalcore band Of Virtue is back, and they’re bringing the heat with their latest single, “A.N.X.I.E.T.Y.” With its crushing riffs, driving beats, and intense vocals, “A.N.X.I.E.T.Y.” is a tour-de-force of metalcore energy. The ...

“You Make Me Sick” – The Bold New Single by Ashnikko
Derek Oswald
Alt-pop has a new queen, and her name is Ashnikko. The up-and-coming artist took the music world by storm with her hugely successful 2021 mixtape DEMIDEVIL and 2019 EP Hi, garnering 2.5 billion streams ...

The Plain White T’s are Back with “Spaghetti Tattoo”!
Derek Oswald
It’s been a little bit since we’ve heard from the Plain White T’s, but they’re finally back with a new single and video for “Spaghetti Tattoo”. “Tattoo” is an acoustic love song in which frontman Tom ...

Linkin Park Release New 2003 Track “Lost”
Derek Oswald
Linkin Park fans, the time has finally arrived! After years without the iconic voice of the late Chester Bennington, Linkin Park has just released “Lost,” a never-before-heard track from their 2003 Meteora sessions. Fans ...

Shannon Larkin Calls in to Discuss the Legacy of Godsmack
Derek Oswald
Gear up for another kickass episode of the Altwire Podcast, where we bring you in-depth conversations with some of the most influential artists from the alternative music scene. Continuing our mission to provide a ...

Ryan Phillips of Story of The Year Discusses Tear Me to Pieces
Derek Oswald
Prepare for another captivating episode of the Altwire Podcast, where we connect you to the most influential artists in the alternative music scene through up-close and personal conversations. In keeping with our commitment to ...

Crosses Comeback (2022): Chino Moreno & Shaun Lopez Discuss Their Exciting Return
Derek Oswald
Crosses is a band that made waves in the alternative music scene upon their formation in 2011, blending a unique mix of Shoegaze, Industrial, New-Wave influences, and dream pop to create their own distinct ...