June 1, 2021

Here’s everything you need to know about buying cryptocurrency

Earlier this year, Kings Of Leon released an NFT version of their latest album and held a special auction on OpenSea. Understanding non-fungible tokens (NFTs) might’ve been a challenge for their less-tech savvy fans, but trying to bid on an NFT album with cryptocurrency must’ve felt like a hit to the head. These music fans...

Bad Suns share sunny new single “Heaven Is A Place In My Head”—listen

Bad Suns are getting ready for summer with their latest dreamy single “Heaven Is A Place In My Head.” Though summer doesn’t officially start until later this month, Bad Suns are bringing the summer vibes back early this year. While the song is reminiscent of a warm, sunny day, it is also lyrically about the...

Savage X Fenty celebrates the LGBTQIA+ community with Savage X Pride

Rihanna’s lingerie brand Savage X Fenty is kicking off Pride Month in style, launching their first-ever Pride collection, Savage X Pride. The collection, released June 1, features 25 new pieces to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community. The collection includes lacy bras, smoking jackets and crotchless panties for bodies and identities of all kinds.  Read more: 10...

MxPx release "Secret Weapon" ahead of their next livestream—watch

MxPx have returned with a new video for their song “Secret Weapon.” The visual dropped in advance of the group’s latest entry into the “Between This World And The Next” concert series. Returning Friday, June 4 at 6:30 p.m. PDT, “Between This World And The Next” sees the band get back to their fan-favorite livestream...

WILLOW goes against the grain on her debut Alternative Press cover

Like it or not, Willow Smith has taken every label thrust her way and dismantled them piece by piece to create a sound and a sense of authenticity that leaves no room for question marks. Over the course of four albums and several EPs, WILLOW has evolved into an undeniably genuine individual while putting her...

After releasing 'Enema,' blink-182 made their AltPress cover debut

Featured in the March 2000 issue (#140), blink-182 made their Alternative Press cover debut. Following the release of their third studio album in June 1999, Enema Of The State, the trio were shot by Sean Murphy for their first cover. To celebrate the 22-year anniversary of Enema, we’ve unearthed a portion of their interview. The...

11 LGBTQIA+ and women-owned labels that are changing the music industry

In an industry dominated by men, several women and LGBTQIA+-owned record labels have started taking over the music scene. Whether they emerged from the riot grrrl movement of the ’90s or were recently founded, their existence is nothing short of important in heightening representation in music. They are challenging the status quo and, in doing...