Ithaca

Ithaca are pushing conversations around fatness and feminism to the forefront of metal

Ithaca are pushing the boundaries of metal through music and conversation. That defiance shines through on their sophomore album, ‘They Fear Us.’

Inside the next wave of British heavy metal

The British are coming? Nah, they never really went away. Whether it be the prototypical likes of Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden and Judas Priest, game-changing extremists Napalm Death, Bolt Thrower and Carcass or more recent globe-straddling champions such as Architects, Bring Me The Horizon and Asking Alexandria, there’s scarcely been a moment since Tony Iommi […]

AP&R: spill tab, babychaos and other rising artists to check out this month

Every month, Alternative Press is sharing some of our favorite new releases. From Los Angeles punk to metal, this month’s AP&R list spans across diverse genres, bringing you a unique list of up-and-coming artists. Check out these rising artists who will soon become your new favorite below. Read more: AP&R: Sycco, SEB and other rising […]

15 rising hardcore acts from Europe who deserve your best speakers

In 1998, Sweden’s Refused dropped their declarative LP, The Shape Of Punk To Come. That shape being, of course, post-hardcore. Europe’s original hardcore scene, however, existed long before that. Today, it still stands strong with new acts fueling its current momentum. Which makes now the perfect time to turn up your speakers and check out […]