Concert promoters Live Nation broke the internet this afternoon with the announcement of the When We Were Young Festival- a single day, 12 hour event that features over 50 of the industry’s most famed emo bands. With headliners such as My Chemical Romance, Paramore, Bring Me The Horizon and Avril Lavigne leading the pack alongside pop-punk heavy hitters Neck Deep, State Champs, The Wonder
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Woven With Music: yarn. Talks Forming During COVID, Their Debut EP, and Complicated Emotions
While major artists like Dua Lipa, Olivia Rodrigo, and Giveon could be considered the breakout stars of the COVID era, independent artists across the board craved the chance to find their way back to doing what they love: creating and performing. For yarn., a new indie pop group out of upstate New York’s Vassar College, their formation was a shot in the dark, and,
Antagonista Premier “Indigenous Geometry” Music Video
Antagonista, one of the breakout groups in Brooklyn’s eccentric and crowded music scene, have released the stirring music video for their song, “Indigenous Geometry”. Lead singer Sean Davenport is a compelling presence on-camera, delivering a deadpan yet cold, unhinged performance that perfectly enhances the songs twisted nature. Immediately, Davenport’s off-kilter mannerisms should raise eyebrows. He appears manic, perhaps physically restrained to his chair in the
KITTY CA$H DROPS INFECTIOUS VIDEO FOR HER COLLAB WITH KIANA LEDÉ
2022 is here and although it seems like the last 2 years were in a loop, we’re all looking to break out of that! Hopefully this year will be better or to quote the lyrics in this single “We’re gonna be just fine.” Producer/ DJ Kitty Ca$h released the video for her bilingual single “Just Fine” back in December and it oozes girls’ night
Kendal’s Local Favorites of 2021
It’s that time of year again, where everyone is posting their Spotify Wrapped and Album of the Year lists, shining a light not only on their personal listening habits but the overall landscape of stories, styles, tones, and sounds explored throughout 2021. This year we saw artists explore subjects that uplifted us, that weren’t afraid to bare their souls, and reminded us just how
DUNCAN LAURENCE RELEASES “WISHES COME TRUE”
Christmas is over but I’m still holding on to it. Duncan Laurence, who won Eurovision 2019, released a warm and fuzzy Christmas ballad last month. The Dutch singer sings “Put on your winter coat / I’ll be outside / Meet me under the mistletoe / Baby I’m falling for you / Like snow on a Christmas night.” The track speaks to the importance of
State Champs Release “Ordinary Christmas”
State Champs are hopping on the holiday jingle train this year with the release of their original Christmas track “Ordinary Christmas.” Released this afternoon, “Ordinary Christmas” is a quintessential pop punk track. Featuring the band’s high energy instrumentals and lyrics that suggest the band is heading into a less than ideal holiday season, the song is an ode to those of us who don’t
Delaire The Liar Explore Human Condition, Release New EP “EAT YOUR OWN”
If you are looking for an up and coming punk band that has deep cutting lyricism and a sense of hard hitting angst that will leave you re-thinking your entire attitude towards both yourself and the world around you- look no further than London based quartet Delaire The Liar. First landing on my radar just under two days ago, Delaire The Liar are the
GALLERY: Smith & Myers Take Over Worcester Palladium
Wednesday was a snowy afternoon in Worcester, Massachusetts, but the acoustic sounds of Brent Smith and Zach Myers helped us all escape from the impending winter chills. Headlining the Palladium’s downstairs music hall, the duo known as Smith & Myers joined openers JR Moore and Zach Mack for a night of acoustic covers, nostalgic tunes, and an overall sense of community that the past
In Case You Missed It: Awnthay Release New Single, Navigate The Passage of Time
Sommerville natives Awnthay are exploring what it means to pass through yet another year with the release of their new track “…And Next Year.” Released a few weeks go, “…And Next Year” is an indie rock track that is both simple and contemplative. Featuring the band’s potent instrumentalism and minimalistic lyricism- the track packs an introspective punch while also allowing the listener to find
