Archive for March 3rd, 2014

ALBUM TEASER: Breathe Atlantis – ‘Shorelines’

Breathe Atlantis are an unsigned five piece post hardcore outfit hailing from Germany. The group formed in 2012, and have made a name for themselves in the local scene. They will be self-releasing their debut album, Shorelines, April 19. A few months ago the group premiered a single from the album, and now they have […]

Alesana Release “Nevermore” Lyric Video

Alesana have released a lyric video for their new latest single, “Nevermore.” Taken from the forthcoming Decade EP, “Nevermore” is a fitting continuation of Alesana’s boundary pushing post-hardcore sound. It’s a beautifully produced piece of over-the-top rock that pulls together the best part of the band’s catalog with a slightly stronger focus on clean vocals. […]

Review: Rick Ross – ‘Mastermind’

Artist: Rick Ross Album: Mastermind Genre: Hip-hop Rick Ross has gone through a lot since his last album. Between accusations of date rape lyrics, lawsuits from the real Rick Ross, tour dates around the globe, an attempt on his life, and all sorts of shade from artists and critics alike, the man behind Mastermind has […]

Sunny Day Real Estate, Circa Survive Announce Split Featuring First New SDRE Song In 14 Years

You read that headline correctly. Sunny Day Real Estate will be releasing a split with Circa Survive for Record Store Day, featuring brand new material from both bands. For those of you keeping track at home, this marks the first new Sunny Day Real Estate song since their 2000 record, The Rising Tide. The track, […]

Man Overboard Announce Headlining Tour With Transit, Forever Came Calling, Knuckle Puck

You can count on Man Overboard to never rest on their laurels. Mere weeks after their stint on All Time Low’s A Love Like Tour, the New Jersey band will embark on a month-long headlining tour that includes major cities across the US and Canada. Joining Man Overboard on the tour will be Boston natives […]

MUSIC VIDEO: Arctic Monkeys – “Arabella”

England’s Arctic Monkeys have premiered a music video for their latest single, “Arabella,” and you can check out the black-and-white clip, which was directed by Jake Nava, after the break. The song comes from the band’s fifth studio album, Arabella, released last fall through Domino Records. One look at Arctic Monkeys’ touring schedule is proof […]

tUnE-yArDs Announces New Album ‘Nikki Nack’ and Tour

Good news, my fellow freak folk lovers. Creative mind and childlike artist tUnE-yArDs has taken to Twitter this morning to share a mash-up of new songs, meaning she’s got a new album on the way. Following up 2011’s magnificent w h o k i l l, the new album is titled Nikki Nack and comes out May 6 in […]

UTG @ SXSW 2014: The Must-Follow Twitter Accounts

FREE STUFF. Okay, now that I’ve gotten your attention, read up. SXSW is an event fueled by freebies, word-of-mouth opportunities, and (most recently) social media. Follow the right accounts, be in the right places, do the right things and you could very easily make it through the week not spending a dime on booze, food, […]

UTG PHOTOS: Hopsin (2/22/14)

Under The Gun sent photographer, Derek Scancarelli, to photograph Hopsin at Irving Plaza in New York City on February 22, 2014. Hopsin, Hopsin, Hopsin. I’ve seen a lot of crazy stuff go down at Irving Plaza. It’s one of those iconic New York City venues that although it doesn’t have the highest capacity still manages […]

UTG INTERVIEW: The Smith Street Band

The past two years have seen Melbourne, Australia’s The Smith Street Band grow from local cult favourites to international touring folk-punk juggernaut. Much of that rise to prominence can be attributed to two factors; the unprecedented success of their critically acclaimed debut full-length album, Sunshine and Technology, and the band’s relentless and tireless approach to […]

Free MP3: Katy Perry Featuring Juicy J – “Dark Horse” (Urban Remix)

Fans of pop music have likely begun to grow tired of Katy Perry’s latest smash, “Dark Horse,” after weeks of radio play, but this morning a new remix is making the rounds online that breathes fresh life into the trippiest top 40 single of 2014. Dubbed the ‘Urban’ remix, the latest take on “Dark Horse” […]

Watch The First Episode Of Kelis’ Cooking Show, ‘Saucy & Sweet’

Kelis has been a part of the music world her entire life. She released her debut studio album, Kaleidoscope, in 1999. She will be releasing her sixth studio album, Food, April 21 via Ninja Tune. Even though she is still working on music, the artist has decided to pursue another passion – food. That’s right! […]