Archive for June, 2015

UTG INTERVIEW: Valentino Arteaga Discusses Of Mice & Men’s Newest Chapter

Often described as Of Mice & Men’s backbone, Valentino Arteaga shines with this aura the second you meet him. Sitting down with the tenacious drummer, he explained the mentality of Of Mice & Men, and contributing to their growing success in the music scene. From being on top of schedules and acting as a moral […]

Derek Sanders, Jason Lancaster, Cody Carson Team Up To Release “Gotta Be Strong”

In celebration of Father’s Day this weekend, Derek Sanders (Mayday Parade), Jason Lancaster (formerly of Go Radio and Mayday Parade), and Cody Carson (Set It Off) put out a beautiful new track entitled “Gotta Be Strong.” The new song was produced by Zack Odom and Kenneth Mount of ZK Productions, who also produced some of […]

Pierce The Veil Release Brand New Single, “The Divine Zero”

Pierce The Veil, arguably one of the biggest bands in our industry today, unexpectedly put out their first new single in three years, entitled “The Divine Zero.” The last time we saw material from the post-hardcore four-piece was in 2012 when they released the very well-received Collide The Sky, a record they exhaustively toured in […]

Watch Dustin Kensrue Run Around Aimlessly In New Video For “Gallows”

Carry The Fire is Thrice frontman Dustin Kensrue‘s fourth and latest solo musical endeavor. It was released late in April, not too long after Thrice’s reunion announcement. “Gallows,” a dark and upbeat track in possession of a lot of pulse, is one of the ten songs in the collection. The new music video, which is […]

MOVIE REVIEW: ‘Inside Out’ Is A Heartwrenching Pixar Feature

Film: Inside Out Directed by: Pete Docter, Ronaldo Del Carmen Starring: Amy Poehler, Bill Hader, Phyllis Smith Pixar has a knack for crafting stories based in other worlds or worlds that we can’t see with characters that strike the most emotional of chords with their relatable stories. Now, the studio put emotions at the forefront, […]

The Devil Wears Prada Unleash Lead Single From Forthcoming EP, ‘Space’

Earlier today, The Devil Wears Prada offered fans their first glimpse of their forthcoming concept EP, Space. Titled “Supernova,” the Ohio foursome’s newest single isn’t quite as heavy as many probably expected, but is no less engaging thanks to some stellar guitar work and smart synth. Stream it below, and let us know what you […]

Tigers Jaw Stream Moving Acoustic Rendition Of “I Saw Water”

Last year, Tigers Jaw mercilessly melted our hearts with Charmer, an evocative 12-song effort that beautifully showcased the outfit’s top-notch musical prowess. On June 30, the Scranton duo will return with their first-ever acoustic collection, Studio 4 Acoustic Session, and from all indications, it is going to be equally enthralling and wonderful. Case and point: […]

MOVIE REVIEW: ‘I Believe In Unicorns’ Showcases Young Love

Film: I Believe In Unicorns Starring: Natalia Dyer, Peter Vack Directed by: Leah Meyerhoff With whim and creativity to spare, I Believe In Unicorns may be the most innovative coming-of-age film you see all year. Davina (Natalia Dyer) is a lonely teen girl who spends her days going to school, fantasizing about unicorns, and taking […]

It’s Time You Fell In Love With Young Punk Heroes Choke Up

Pop punk has dominated the alternative scene for the better part of the last half decade. So much so, in fact, that many seem to have forgotten there are variations of punk that don’t involve constant references to friendship, pizza, and getting over that girl who broke your heart in junior high. If that applies […]

UTG INTERVIEW: Lydia Discuss Their Recent Tour, Upcoming Album

Lydia is an irresistible band. The material they produce has always been that of those who truly possess talent. Witnessing this band perform live made that fact very evident. Their mass appeal is undeniable and the energy they exude when on stage is magnetic. The three-piece recently wrapped up their North American tour alongside The […]

‘Turbo Kid’ Trailer: Festival Favorite Teases Theatrical Debut

Of all the midnight films I saw while attending SXSW 2015, Turbo Kid remains the most unique title of the bunch. Part action film, part lo-fi comedy, and total throwback to everything wonderful about direct-to-VHS cinema of the 1980s, it’s a film like no other, and earlier today the film’s first trailer hit the net. […]

Senses Fail Share New Single, “Carry The Weight”

In anticipation of their impending Pure Noise debut, Pull The Thorns From The Heart, Senses Fail have unleashed an uplifting new track titled “Carry The Weight.” Check it out after the break (via Revolver), and share your thoughts with us in the replies. According to frontman Buddy Nielsen, the New Jersey outfit’s latest undertaking is […]