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 to read this review of One More Light will subscribe to ‘rockism’ and, as a result, will be approaching their latest … Read more
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 is now a married father of two, and bandmates Davey French, Freddy Herrera, and Jake Margolis. ‘So Much for the Afterglow’ … Read more
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 servings for your cerebral taste buds. Filet mignon for your ears, what could be better then that? Below are some of … Read more
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 Orphan, The Poet. Their debut album, Eventide, is set to release May 12. The group was humble when speaking about their … Read more
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 Broken” is your first full album released with some great tracks that have a very upbeat post-hardcore feel. Where did you … Read more
Editor’s Note: This interview with Sleep On It was conducted via email. Questions and answers have been cleaned up for grammar and clarity, however, the content has not been altered. Also, check out our interview with Zech as well! AltWire Interview with Sleep On It [Samantha Warren/AltWire]: For our fans who haven’t heard of Sleep on … Read more
With over 30 years’ experience and more than 70 film and television credits, Kiefer Sutherland has become arguably one of the most recognizable actors of our generation. Known for his roles in films like Stand By Me, The Lost Boys, Flatliners, as Jack Bauer in the lead role on FOX’s 24 franchise and now as … Read more
When it comes to country music, there are a lot of up-and-coming artists who just don’t have that oomph, that x-factor that will break them out into the biz. This isn’t the case for newcomer Jackie Lee. The 25-year-old country crooner, who was born and raised in East Tennessee, took a few moments to talk … Read more
The Ivins is the musical brainchild of brothers Jim and Jack Ivins. The brothers, along with guitarist Hatton Taylor and Regan Akers, are less than two weeks away from releasing The Code Duello, their full-length debut album. The road getting here has not been easy for the brothers. They began production on their album in … Read more
Growing up, Falling In Reverse frontman Ronnie Radke (formerly of Escape The Fate) taught himself to play guitar with Blink-182 and Green Day songs while rapping along to Eminem and Dr. Dre. He skipped school and went to shows, doing whatever it took to make a life outside of the hardships of his upbringing. Coming Home … Read more
The Maine‘s new record Lovely Little Lonely embraces nostalgia in a way that shows they have grown up, but just a little. It evokes a tender youthfulness and tells the story of being lost in the past, but realizing it, and moving into the future with a new attitude. The record will surely earn The Maine … Read more
Cold War Kids have delivered a broad social awareness and a deep personal honesty on their new record LA Divine. The album is a combination of pained ballads, experimental weirdness, and motivated anthems. Through this, they create a successful balance between political commentary and internal monologue. This music is human and real and sure to … Read more
Normally, I would introduce the readers to the featured band that I am interviewing: Megosh. Today’s different. I want you guys to hear this band first before you read the interview. Trust me, if you haven’t heard of Megosh, do yourself a solid and check out the video below this paragraph before you read this interview. … Read more
On August 21st 1990 Facelift was released and the world was introduced to Alice in Chains, and the incredible vocals of Layne Staley. The release coincided with a movement in the pacific Northwest, sometimes known as ‘the Seattle sound’ but perhaps more commonly referred to as Grunge (although the band would distance themselves from being … Read more
As arguably one of the best voices in music today, Amy Lee manages to add a unique element to any music she touches, through her skillful vocals, unbridled creativity, and emotionally engaging songwriting that fans across the world have grown to love since 2003. But while many may appreciate Amy Lee for her range, it … Read more
This week is full of chill, atmospheric jams with a few bangers here and there, so plug in this playlist and wind down from a long week. Dawes – When the Tequila Runs Out The California-based Americana act, Dawes, are set to release their fifth studio album next month and this lead single finds the … Read more
Welcome to this week’s edition of The Spark! This is where we invite all of you normal people to come inside of the AltWire circus tent and see what music has captured our ears for the week! Here are some of the hard-working & unique artists that we’ve found ourselves listening to this week. Please enjoy and be … Read more
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 servings for your cerebral taste buds. Filet mignon for your ears, what could be better then that? Below are some of … Read more
Known to many as the original lead vocalist of the award-winning, multi-platinum rock band Flyleaf, vocalist Lacey Sturm‘s life story is one of true inspiration. An atheist for most of her youth, Lacey struggled to overcome the perils of depression, at one point contemplating taking her own life, till the day she found religion, a change she credits … Read more
Formed in 1996, 3 Doors Down practically exploded on the scene with the release of their debut single “Kryptonite” in 2000, which garnered significant airplay worldwide and propelled their debut record The Better Life to multi-platinum status both in the United States and across the globe. Fueled by the hit singles “Loser”, “Be Like That” and “Duck … Read more