Share: Can’t Swim has undergone a shocking transformation in their most recent release “Foreign Language.” The New Jersey quintet completely dropped their whiny emo act for something much more brutal, aggressive and political. While Can’t Swim has always leaned on the heavier side of things across their emo discography, this EP is on a totally new level. Featuring big hardcore/rock names such as Drew Dijorio of Stray From The Path, and Frank Carter from Frank Carter and The Rattlesnakes — “Foreign Language” is fast, punchy …
Morphing into the beautiful, bold and bizzare
Share: The human anatomy isn’t perfect and neither are we as a species. Morph is an art exhibit that expands upon those themes and centralizes on how we transform ourselves and our sense of normality to provide a bizarre and thought-provoking experience into the imperfections that make us whole. Follow:
Shia Labeouf bears childhood wounds in ‘Honey Boy’
Share: Celebrity success stories are the end result that the whole world witnesses and admires, but very few are fully aware of the backstories leading up to their acclaim and notoriety. Shia Labeouf’s new film, “Honey Boy,” allows audience members to see his own personal story by catching a glimpse into the world that turned him into one of the biggest young stars of the 2000s. Follow:
Four queens, one group: Mamamoo’s ‘reality in BLACK’
Share: Following their victory on the TV show “Queendom” where six of South Korea’s most popular girl groups faced off against one another, Mamamoo released their second studio album “reality in BLACK.” Expressive, varied and addicting, “reality in BLACK” is nothing short of some of Mamamoo’s best work. Debuting in 2014, Mamamoo quickly established itself apart from other girl groups by foregoing what was expected of a girl idol group: passable singing, forgettable bubblegum pop and cute outfits for a strong focus on their vocal …
Counterparts hypes up local hardcore scene
Share: Counterparts kicked off their fall 2019 tour on Oct. 24 at the 1720 warehouse in Downtown Los Angeles to celebrate the release of their new album, “Nothing Left to Love.” The show was presented by PinUp Productions, who hosts events all over the west coast and supports the local music scene. The album was released on November 1, 2019, and has been tremendously supported by fans, reaching #97 on the Billboard top 200 in just the first week. Follow:
The anthem of melancholy: ‘Nothing Left To Love’
Share: Canadian melodic hardcore quintet Counterparts has delivered another record filled to the brim with despair, fear and anger. “Nothing Left To Love” is another display of why Counterparts has always been an influencer in the hardcore scene since their start in 2007. While they have grown as a band heavily, their sound has not changed here. This album sounds like “You’re Not You Anymore,” which sounds like “Tragedy Will Find Us.” Counterparts has created a perfect mix of all of their prior work by taking …
Alcest: A Lush and Pummeling take on black metal
Share: During the late 80s the groundwork laid by death/thrash metal bands such as Mercyful Fate and Venom inspired a movement within Norway’s metal scene that helped birth metal’s harshest, rawest and most sinister sub genre: black metal. Follow:
Hip-hop and K-pop: True Damage’s messy collaboration
Share: During the 2019 annual League of Legends World Championships in Paris, France, the company behind League of Legends, Riot Games, debuted a hip-hop and K-pop fusion group called True Damage. The group features hip-hop artists DUCKWRTH and Thutmose, who both notably worked on the “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” soundtrack. Other members consist of Becky G, Keke Palmer and K-pop girl group (G)I-DLE leader Soyeon. Their debut single “GIANTS,” while having amazing performances from rappers Thutmose, DUCKWRTH and Soyeon, faltered when it came to the …
Cozy n chic winter wardrobe fashion staples
Share: 1. Velvet Unique Vintage 1960s Burgundy Velvet Short Sleeve Stretch Mod Wiggle Dress, $58, Forever 21 Velvet Cami Dress, $17.99, ASOS DESIGN floral printed wrap velvet mini skirt, originally $40, on sale for $16, Urban Outfitters Hair Scrunchie Set, $12 A throwback to the 90s, velvet is everywhere this season. From hair accessories to going out dresses, this material can give you a quick outfit pick-me-up on either casual or going out days 2. Flannel American Eagle AHH-MAZINGLY SOFT BOYFRIEND PLAID SHIRT, Asos Brave …
The disappointing return of Popeyes’ chicken sandwich
Share: With drive-thru lines clogging traffic and people waiting up to 30 minutes for “fast food,” the legendary chicken sandwich from Popeyes made it’s highly anticipated return on Nov. 3 after a nearly two month hiatus. However, upon first bite, instead of a juicy succulent chicken with their renowned spicy mayo spread, the overwhelming acidity and sourness of pickles overpowers any flavor Popeyes was trying to go for. Follow: