In one of the many ways ska is similar to grindcore, it’s very much a “love it or hate it” kind of genre, but nobody…
The genre known as “Emo Rap” (or “Sad Trap” if you want to be a hipster about it, which I do) is the unlikely combination…
In a dive bar full of classic punk bands, Dead Kennedys occupy the dirtiest, grimiest corner that The Clash, Ramones, and Sex Pistols wouldn’t bother…
Anti-Flag is essential. They keep the aesthetic of classic punk alive while crafting it into their own unique sound. Sure, they may rip themselves off…
Less than Jake are the unsung heroes of 3rd wave ska. While they may not have had a giant radio hit like Reel Big Fish…
100 Gecs is described in many ways. Some call them hyperpop. Some call them the end of music as we know it. Well, as someone…
For many self-identified weirdos, Warped Tour was the perfect yearly gathering. It combined the best of alternative music and culture for a fun day in…
Modest Mouse is one of the most important bands in indie rock. They advanced the popularity of the genre in the early 2000s more than…
Against Me! has experienced quite a rocky road through the punk scene. They were pretty much the last band to get hated on for “selling…
Thanks to platforms like social media and YouTube, selling out isn’t really a thing anymore. But back in the days when record companies had a…
Streetlight Manifesto is a hard band to classify. They blend many genres into songs of epic length that are packed densely with so many riffs…
As keepers of the 3rd wave flame, Reel Big Fish are true ska legends. Over the years, RBF have released 9 studio albums showcasing their…
How a piece of music is presented is, arguably, of even greater importance than the song itself. A great song can be amazing. But a…
There comes a time in every person’s life when they need to give a harsh truth to an elder loved one. Unfortunately, it’s often the…
After years of destroying my body with alcohol and Mcdonald’s, I’ve finally got myself back into a routine of healthy eating and exercise. I even…