Archive for May 8th, 2012

REVIEW: Mixtapes – Somewhere In Trinsic 7″

Artist: Mixtapes Album: Somewhere In Trinsic Genre: Pop-Punk/Punk Label: No Sleep Mixtapes is a very fun band. I’ve been listening to them for a while now, and their simply infectious and catchy version of pop-punk has been in my headphones on repeat whenever I need a quick pick-me-up. I’ve been painfully waiting for Mixtapes’ debut […]

Shut Up And Deal Stream New Song “Go Get ‘Em Killer”

Milford, CT rockers Shut Up and Deal have partnered up with our friends over at Absolutepunk to stream their new song “Go Get ‘Em Killer.” This song blends a mixture of exceptional guitar melodies, dual vocals, and honest lyrics. Please take this song for a couple spins by clicking here and tell us your thoughts […]

Verse Announce New Album

Reunited hardcore act Verse announced today that they will be releasing a new album Bitter Clarity, Uncommon Grace on July 17 via Bridge 9 Records. This is their first record since their breakup in 2010, and the band has their sights set on touring and supporting this new record. The album was recorded at Machines With […]

STREAM/DOWNLOAD: The Hood Internet Release “The Mixtape Volume Six”

Just when you thought it was safe to try your hand at mashups, the masters of clash known as The Hood Internet have returned with The Mixtape Volume Six. Dropping on their official website earlier today, The Mixtape Volume Six continues The Hood Internet’s long history of dominating the urban mashup scene. The mix works […]

The Word Alive Releases ‘Life Cycles’ Album Artwork & Track-Listing

The Word Alive have surprised their fan base with the release of the cover artwork/track-listing for Life Cycles and can be seen here on UTG! Expect Life Cycles to hit stores on July 3 through Fearless Records and pick up your pre-order very soon. Read a special message from the band by looking below and […]

STREAM: A$AP Ant & Young Shaka – No Chorus

The second song to surface of A$AP Mob member A$AP Ant’s collaborative mixtape with Young Shaka has arrived online. “No Chorus” takes its title very seriously and finds both emcees going in on a beat Rocky fans are sure to enjoy. You can stream, download, and enjoy “No Chorus” after the jump. No word yet […]

This is Hardcore to Announce Lineup Tonight

Legendary Philadelphia-based music festival This is Hardcore is set to announce their lineup tonight at 6PM as well as releasing a film the owner of the festival made with friends. This is a huge deal as it wasn’t supposed to get announced until later this week. I’m going to die. The festival takes place in […]

VIDEO: O.A.R. & B.o.B – Champions

Easily one of the biggest releases of today has arrived. Rockers O.A.R. and southern sensation B.o.B have teamed up with the people at Duracell to create an amazing theme song. This theme is specifically supporting Rely On Cooper To Go For The Gold campaign for the 2012 London Olympic Games. This anthem of persistence and […]

REVIEW: Marina and the Diamonds – Electra Heart

Artist: Marina and the Diamonds Album: Electra Heart Genre: Electronic/pop Label: 679, Atlantic I fell in love with Marina Diamandis quite some time ago, as a piercing and bolder alternative to the much-vaunted Florence and the Machine. I write this because Marina is often dismissed as an also-ran and a poor man’s imitation of Flo […]

Vinnie Caruana (I Am The Avalanche) Discusses Albums That Changed His Life

Our good friends over at Alter The Press sat down with Vinnie Caruana (I Am The Avalanche) to discuss the four albums that changed his life. Each one has its own special significance and meaning. Check out Vinnie’s top albums including Slick Rick’s The Adventures of Slick Rick, Minor Threat’s Out Of Step, Morrissey’s Your […]

William Beckett Performs “We’ve Got A Big Mess On Our Hands” Acoustic

William Beckett (formally The Academy Is…) is currently on tour around the east coast. He is playing a number of his solo songs and some Academy Is songs. A fan captured a video of William performing The Academy Is…’s hit “We’ve Got A Big Mess On Our Hands” acoustically in Madison, WI. You can check […]

UTG PREMIERE: Late In The Playoffs – “Force Of Nature”

Last year, we caught a whiff of a new band out of Chicago, Illinois called Late In the Playoffs. Upon first listen, this blogger was immediately reminded of early 00s emo-pop groups like Third Eye Blind, The Starting Line, and Motion City Soundtrack. That said, I was impressed with the freshness the band brought to […]