Alternative Press Articles

HQ: Brighton, U.K. Now playing: The Here and Now. Why you should know 'em: Having made their name armed with a devastating sound that married technical metal thunder to soaring melodies. Architects (UK) have redefined themselves as one of the most exciting hard-edged alt-rock bands around while staying true to the spirit that drives them.

The celebrated pop-punk band return from out of the ether, back into the hearts of the fans who have been waiting for the past three years.

HQ: Washington D.C. Check out: Animals as Leaders. For those who rock: Pelican. Mastodon. Don Caballero.

HQ: Doylestown, PA. Check out: Split with Tigers Jaw. For those who rock: Brand New. Small Brown Bike. Manchester Orchestra.

Do you want hardcore or do you want the truth? Lucky for you, frontman Frankie Palmeri is going to give you both.

The story of how some cheerful, carefree Australian dudes trafficking in bone-snapping metalcore ended up with both a tortured worldview and chart success in their homeland.

"I figured we would win 'Most Hated Band', admits Never Shout Never frontman Christofer Drew when broke the news that readers selected him as 2010's Artist of the Year. But despite all his successes, Drew is anxious for some change, whether it's his band name, the music they're playing or for that matter, who's out in the audience.

The sun always shines on Brooklyn, New York's favorite indie-rock couple. Well, now that their new album is in stores, at least...

The Graduate are true examples of triumph over adversity, with powerful, anthemic songs that convey their determination and self-belief

Sludge-metal for all ages