AFI members Davey Havok and Jade Puget have started a straight edge hardcore band called XTRMST. Listen to their debut EP below. Now that the cat is out of the bag, XTRMST is indeed Davey and I. More to come. — Jade Puget (@jadepuget) March 17, 2014
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Handguns Fire Drummer Woody Spokas
Drummer Woody Spokas has announced that Handguns have fired him from the band. Read his statement below: Anyone who was expecting to see me on the Love like tour with All time Low and Man Overboard sorry but I won’t be seeing you guys. With the tour approaching fast I figured it’s about time I released a statement. Handguns decided that it’s best for me to part ways with the band. I was a member of Handguns for the past 2 years and exceeded way more than I thought I ever would in my life. It was the best 2 years I’ve[Read More…]
Drummer Longineu Parsons III Leaves Yellowcard
Long-time drummer and founding member Longineu Parsons III has left Yellowcard to pursue “other musical interests”. It has been announced that long-time drummer Longineu “LP” Parsons III has left YELLOWCARD. Said the band in a joint statement, “Longineu has decided to pursue other musical interests. We wish him the best of luck in his future endeavors.”
Motion City Soundtrack Perform “Glenn Song” Dedicated To ‘The Walking Dead’
Motion City Soundtrack perform a new song titled “Glenn Song” that is dedicated to actor Steven Yeun of The Walking Dead. Check it out below:
Watch Panic! At The Disco Perform “This Is Gospel” On ‘Ellen’
Panic! At The Disco recently performed “This Is Gospel” on Ellen. Watch below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VFNRhM_TAFE
New Found Glory Release Statement On Kicking Steve Klein Out Of Band
New Found Glory have finally spoken out on their decision to kick Steve Klein out of their band for his alleged sex crimes. Read below: Upon our return from Warped Tour Australia, Steve made us aware of possible allegations that might be made against him. At that point, not knowing all the details, we made the decision to part ways in order for him to deal with these personal issues. Us 4 members of New Found Glory have given our entire lives to this band and will continue to do so. We’ve been able to play all over the world for[Read More…]
2014 PNR Amnesia Rockfest Reveals Lineup
The ninth annual PNR Amnesia Rockfest has released its 2014 lineup. It will take place on June 20 and 21 in Montebello, Quebec. A Day to Remember, Alice in Chains, Alkaline Trio, All That Remains, Anti-Flag, August Burns Red, Between the Buried and Me, Bigwig, Billy Talent, Black Flag, Blink-182, Brand New, Cannibal Corpse, the Casualties, Cock Sparrer, Cradle of Filth, Cypress Hill, Danzig with Doyle, Dead Kennedys, Despised Icon, Dying Fetus, Face to Face, Fear, Fishbone, Five Finger Death Punch, the Gaslight Anthem, Glassjaw, Goldfinger, Guttermouth, H20, Henry Rollins, Jello Biafra, Joan Jett, Lagwagon, Mastodon, Me First and the Gimme[Read More…]
Steve Klein (ex-New Found Glory) Releases Statement On Alleged Child Sex Crimes
Steve Klein, formerly of New Found Glory, was recently charged with child sex crimes including child pornography. He has now released a statement via his lawyer to AbsolutePunk on the matter. Read below: It is a difficult challenge to defend oneself in the media when there is a pending criminal case. This is because people are quick to assume that if a person is charged with a crime, they are also guilty as charged. And it is especially difficult because criminal defense attorneys insist that their clients not talk about the case to ensure that their constitutional rights are protected. Furthermore,[Read More…]
Steve Klein (ex-New Found Glory) Charged With Lewd Conduct With A Minor, Child Pornography
UPDATES Steve Klein (ex-New Found Glory) Releases Statement On Alleged Child Sex Crimes Idobi is reporting that Steve Klein, former guitarist of New Found Glory, was arraigned in a San Luis Obispo, California court on December 12, 2013 for charges that include “lewd conduct with a minor under the age of 14” and possession of child pornography. He pled not guilty to the charges. His next court appearances is scheduled for March 20 and April 10.
The Used Announce In-Store Sessions
The Used have announced in-store sessions. Check out the dates below: 3/21 @ Graywhale – 4700 S. Redwood Rd, Taylorsville, UT 4/1 @ Angelo’s CDs & More – 937 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 4/2 @ Homer’s Music – 1210 Howard St, Omaha, NE 4/4 @ The Exclusive Company – 1669 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, WI 4/6 @ Dearborn Music – 22501 Michigan Ave, Dearborn, MI
The Used To Do Reddit AMA
The Used will be holding an AMA (Ask Me Anything) via Reddit on April 14th. The event will start at 2 PM ET.
Asking Alexandria’s Ben Bruce Has Started A Record Label
Asking Alexandria guitarist Ben Bruce and the band’s co-manager, Kyle Borman, have started a new label, KBB Records. After years of planning, touring, writing and learning, and after ups and downs, arguments and agreements, I have grown to not only love the music industry, but understand it and respect it,” says Ben Bruce. “KBB Records is a label run by artists, for artists. With my love and passion for music along with my knowledge and understanding of the music industry it’s our goal to work alongside incredible artists of all genres and to create and release amazing music for the[Read More…]
Only Crime (Black Flag, Descendents, Bane, Modern Life Is War) Sign To Rise Records
Only Crime [Russ Rankin (Good Riddance), Aaron Dalbec (Bane/ex-Converge), Bill Stevenson (Black Flag/Descendents/ALL), Dan Kelly (ex-Tegan And Sara) and Matt Hoffman (Modern Life Is War)] have signed with Rise Records and will release a album titled ‘Pursuance’ on May 13.
Every Time I Die Enters The Studio With Kurt Ballou
Every Time I Die have begun recording their new album with Kurt Ballou of Converge. Read a message from frontman Keith Buckley below: Kurt Ballou had always intimidated the living shit out of me, so I was overjoyed when the decision was made to record our next record with him at GodCity and I mean that sincerely. I’ve been a fan of his work for over a decade. His records are terrifying and moving and they sound like they were written and recorded under great duress, which is exactly how this style of music should be made. This month we join the[Read More…]
Slaves (Jonny Craig’s New Band) Sign To Artery Recordings
Artery Recordings have announced the signing of Jonny Craig’s new band, Slaves, which also features Alex Lyman (Hearts & Hands). The band will release their debut album this summer. They’ve released a short video trailer below.
Yellowcard Hitting The Studio
Yellowcard will be hitting the studio next week. Check out a tweet below: In a week's time we will officially be putting new @Yellowcard songs together. I can't believe it's almost here. — William Ryan Key (@williamryankey) February 25, 2014
As I Lay Dying’s Tim Lambesis Pleads Guilty
As I Lay Dying’s Tim Lambesis appeared in court today, February 25, in Vista, CA. According to NBC 7 San Diego, the singer changed his plea in court to guilty, admitting that he attempted to hire a hit man to kill his estranged wife, Meggan. He will serve up to nine years in jail.
Sevendust To Release Acoustic EP ‘Time Travelers & Bonfires‘ In April
Sevendust to release acoustic EP ‘Time Travelers & Bonfires‘ on April 15. Artwork below:
3 Doors Down Suspended Bassist Todd Harrell
3 Doors Down have indefinitely suspended bassist Todd Harrell after his recent DUI charge. According to accounts in the press yesterday, a long-time member of 3 Doors Down, Todd Harrell, has been arrested in Mississippi in a drug related DUI charge. Last summer, Todd was suspended from the band and not allowed to participate in any 3 Doors Down performances, pending the resolution of criminal charges filed against him last year in connection with an automobile accident. Following yesterday’s incident, the band has extended Todd’s suspension indefinitely. We take this action to protect the image and integrity of the band[Read More…]
Vanna Sign To Pure Noise Records
Vanna have announced their signing to Pure Noise Records. The band will be releasing their label-debut this June. The entire idea of making music is to be able to share your passion your frustrations your problems with as many people as possible, that’s always been our goal as a band. In saying that we always strive to work with people who feel the same way we do. Pure Noise Records is about that exactly. After co-releasing The Few and The Far Between on vinyl last year and seeing what the record label is all about, we as a band felt that Pure Noise[Read More…]