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Rock subgenres have always had a knack for earnest lyricism, catchy melodies, and songs you remember forever. The current generation of artists within those genres captivate audiences by taking elements of the "greats" to create something that feels authentic to them
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Recently, Rock Insider Press had the chance to sit down with John Carteret from Telltale to discuss their forthcoming record. A perk of the gig is getting to hear albums before anyone else. I'm a huge fan of not only the vow of secrecy I take when I listen to a new drop before anyone else but
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Sick Day is an indie rock artist from Chicago, bringing revitalized energy to the midwest scene. Her EP, Overexposure showcases her unique stylistic choices, with each song's individual vibe culminating into a cohesive unit. This EP is best suited for fans of Lucy Dacus and Hot Mulligan
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Last year, Fall Out Boy took 'So Much For (Tour)Dust' on the road, hitting major cities across the US and beyond in arenas and stadiums. This year, the second leg of this tour (aptly named "2our") aims to bring that same magic to audiences across the country
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Around a year ago, Rock Insider Press sat down with Felicity before the release of their song "Levitate." At that time, they were exploring their sound and writing process, re-engaging with the scene after the effects of the pandemic
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All good things come to those who wait! Fall Out Boy, a legacy emo rock band from Chicago, just released a hidden gem vault track to streaming platforms to commemorate the 15th anniversary of their 2008 record Folie À Deux. This song, along with the record it's attached to
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Power-duo Daisy Grenade has been making a massive impact on the scene since they were picked up by Pete Wentz in 2022, ultimately being added to his permanent roster of DCD2 artists. Their presence is uniquely theatrical and punk rock-leaning
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Emerging from New York, Rookie Mistake is a brand new group that offers a lot of promise. Their midwest emo sound is catchy, vibrant, and truly skillful. The effort that they have put into this song before releasing it out into the world shows with every note
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The Beatles are often hailed as the greatest band who ever lived. Their massive success is hard to beat; few other artists have managed to generate fans so long after the band breaks up, especially with the finality of said breakup. Still, millions across the world
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Earlier this year, Footballhead frontman Ryan Nolen sent me the SoundCloud link to the band's freshly mixed and mastered debut album, Overthinking Everything. Initially, it was released independently; these days, an independent first release is often the most practical path for an artist to take
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I love a good crossover episode. They're really fun when they're unexpected, and the best when they challenge any expectations fans may have had. Just like a serpent shedding its skin, Megan Thee Stallion remixed her single, "Cobra," with the help of Canadian metal band Spiritbox
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Live music is one of the most universally connective experiences out there. People are packed inside a space of like-minded individuals who have gone through similar things that made an artist's work resonate enough to spend around $40 (plus Ticketmaster fees) on a ticket
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Every few years, bands emerge into the scene that have, evidently, spent a lifetime in the middle of it before putting their own efforts on display. Used To Be Valentines is a Bay Area band that achieves this very phenomenon, curating a sound that is familiarly pulling from clear points of reference
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Defining "emo" as a genre has been difficult, if not impossible, for fans and critics alike since its conception decades ago. This is partially because the genre has always borrowed from others, creatively inventing new sounds. The current generation of emo breakthrough artists, like Noelle Sucks
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Authentically emotional and haunting, Kailey's newest single "Deep End" is her best yet. The opening guitar riff flows like water, getting the audience ready for the song's overall meaning. Kailey's vocals are powerful, not forced, and clearly impacted by the lyrics she is singing
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The most punk-rock thing an artist could do is go against the grain, questioning societal norms like larger-than-life, unattainable beauty standards perpetuated by big brands' clever marketing tactics. Alexa Villa and FLASCH accurately pinpoint these pain points