Tag: pop-punk
November 10, 2016
Los Angeles based pop-punk band Heart Like War released this fun little music video for their new song “Bring it On” a few months back and I wanted to spotlight it for those of you that didn’t know who these guys are. The band released their 2nd full length album titled “Fired Up” on Thumper Punk Records back in June of this year. Fans of Mxpx, Sum 41, Blink 182, and old Hawk Nelson will find something to appreciate in this new album.
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November 9, 2016
Jim Hughes (Colossus, ex-For Today) Releases Parody Video
Jim Hughes of the bands Colossus and For Today released a parody video called “All the Fall Things” in October. The song is a parody of Blink 182’s song “All the Small Things”. The song is a pop-punk parody, rather than the metalcore/deathcore/djent Hughes has been involved with. Hughes also works for Facedown Records.
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November 8, 2016
Introducing Strategic
Check out Strategic, a pop-punk project from the cold north!
Hangnail Return From Their Slumber With Hard Hitting "Live" Album
The punk rock band Hangnail have indeed returned with a vengeance and are set to make all of you long time fans and fence sitters, instant fans of the band again. How might they accomplish this goal? Well with just one spin of their “Live” album it becomes abundantly clear just how much raw talent and power these men wielded through their instruments. Hangnail weren’t just another pop-punk band meant to ride the coattails of Billie Joe and Green Day with faux English accents, spiky hair, and pretend attitudes.… Continued →
October 31, 2016
Introducing: Kept On Hold
Introducing the sounds of pop-punk/altrock act Kept On Hold. They released their album “Promises” back in 2015 which you can take a listen to below. They have that classic early to mid 00’s pop-punk sound that is all the rage now. The group is on tour with Eaves right now. Recommended for fans of Academy Is, Something Corporate, Yellowcard, New Found Glory, Anberlin.… Continued →
October 29, 2016
Relient K "The Creepier Ep" Out Now
Relient K have released a surprise Ep for Halloween called “The Creepier Ep” and it’s available right here. Also don’t forget to pick up the band’s new full length “Air for Free” wherever fine music is sold.… Continued →
October 19, 2016
MxPx - Doing Time
Today’s Video Flashback is of classic MxPx track “Doing Time” off the “Life In General” album (1996/Tooth & Nail Records). It’s amazing to think that Life in General just turned 20 last month. So crazy how fast time flies. Speaking of MxPx, they recently released a “Live” film from their Observatory shows in 2015 and the band has a rare single that was part of their campaign for the live film that you can hear below.… Continued →
December 23, 2014
REVIEW : The Classic Crime - What Was Done, Volume 1: A Decade Revisited
A review of The Classic Crime's bookmark acoustic record. It has a tipping (or levitating?) chair on the cover which automatically makes it awesome.
December 17, 2014
REVIEW : Sullivan - Heavy is the Head
My review of Sullivan's recent comeback album, Heavy is the Head, from Spartan Records.
(There is that word again. Heavy. Why are things so heavy in the future? Is there a problem with Earth's gravitational pull?)
December 3, 2014
Relient K Mmhmm 10th Anniversary Tour at The Glasshouse: Pomona, CA
A written review of Relient K's 10th Anniversary Tour at the Glasshouse in Pomona, CA. (Also feat From Indian Lakes and Blondfire).
November 19, 2014
Relient K - I So Hate Consequences (MMHMM 10th Anniversary Tour Lyric Video)
Relient K have released a lyric video for “I So Hate Consequences” from their Mmhmm 10th Anniversary Tour. Watch below.… Continued →
September 5, 2014
At The Wayside - Drown Us Out
We are beyond excited to premiere At The Wayside’s brand new music video for “Drown Us Out”. Check out the the ever so catchy pop-punk track below. The song appears on the band’s latest self-titled album which is available now. Grab it on iTunes.… Continued →
July 12, 2014
INTERVIEW : Josh Stoll of Summertime Dropouts
With sales from their debut album, Rewind, reaching over 11,000 copies sold and a full season of touring under their belt the Minnesota band is on the verge of something big.
February 16, 2014
REVIEW : The Shine Effect - With Open Eyes
Check out this review of "With Open Eyes" by The Shine Effect.
February 12, 2014
Heart Like War - Los Angeles
Check out the brand new music video from Heart Like War for their song “Los Angeles”. Fans of Mxpx, Homegrown, Rufio, Allister, will love these guys.… Continued →
January 11, 2014
An Honest Mistake - Say Something (A Great Big World ft. Christina Aguilera Cover)
Check out the latest video from Darren & Ashley of An Honest Mistake for their A Great Big World ft. Christina Aguilera cover of “Say Something” below.… Continued →
December 20, 2013
An Honest Mistake - Ain't Christmas Without You
Check out the new Christmas themed video from my friends in An Honest Mistake featuring new female (co)Vocalist Ashley Chan. The song is titled “Ain’t Christmas Without You”. Buy the song below for $1.00 via the band’s bandcamp page.… Continued →
August 19, 2013
REVIEW : Stellar Kart - All In
Pop-punk band Stellar Kart release their new 2013 album 'All In' and one of the most anticipated Christian albums of the year, featuring the hit radio single 'All In (Apologise)', pop anthem 'My Surrender' and the revealing and tongue-in-cheek song, 'Hollywood Reality'. Check out the review.
August 13, 2013
Heart Like War - Sing a Song
Check out the new music video from pop-punk band Heart Like War for their song “Sing a Song”, below.… Continued →
August 6, 2013
Skyhawk Drive - Stay With Me
Check out the brand new lyric video from Skyhawk Drive for their single “Stay With Me”. The single is now available on iTunes. Thoughts?… Continued →
July 27, 2013
INTERVIEW : Hawk Nelson
Daniel from Hawk Nelson and I chat about life with a new lead singer, how Mercy Me changed their band's course, fans with multiple belly buttons, and so much more.
July 18, 2013
REVIEW : Summertime Dropouts - Rewind
Reminiscent, care-free pop punk at its finest.
July 15, 2013
An Honest Mistake - Giddy Up Horsie! This Chase Ain't Waiting For You
Check out the new music video from Malaysian pop-punk band, An Honest Mistake, below. The song is available on iTunes.… Continued →
July 1, 2013
Relient K - Collapsible Lung
Check out this new lyric video from Relient K for their title track “Collapsible Lung”, from their upcoming album Collapsible Lung, available July 2nd on Mono Vs Stereo wherever fine music is sold.… Continued →
June 18, 2013
REVIEW : A Bright Sky - Reinventing Yourself EP
It's bass-driven, cookie-cutter punk with a positive and uplifting tone.
REVIEW : Sleep for Dreaming - Memories
Check out this review of Sleep for Dreaming's debut EP, "Memories."
May 31, 2013
REVIEW : False Idle - Threat
False Idle does a great job of writing songs that are easy to relate to.
May 25, 2013
REVIEW : A Common Goal - Blessings and Battles
A Common Goal is one of those bands that always gets their genre right.
May 9, 2013
Stellar Kart - All In (Apologize)
Stellar Kart is back with a new song titled “All In (Apologize)” that you can check out below. The band will be releasing their new album on Inpop Records later this summer/fall. [Thanks Luke]… Continued →
April 21, 2013
Relient K - Don't Blink
Check out this new lyric video from Relient K for their song “Don’t Blink”, from their upcoming album Collapsible Lung, below.… Continued →