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InAir take on the A-Z challenge!

Back in November, InAir took on the A-Z challenge to tell us more about themselves. It’s recently come to our attention that this had for some reason disappeared from the site so here it is again (please note the dates on the see us live have now passed). A song which made you want to write […]

Crooked Teeth reveal new single and Pastel EP reissue

Crooked Teeth are celebrating the announcement of the reissue of their Pastel EP on May 11th through Rude Records by releasing the video for single Crawl, which features guest vocals from Stand Atlantic's Bonnie Fraser.

Hello Sailor say Gravves

North Walean alternative punks Gravves have followed up the success of lead single Power Bomb Baby with another awesome track, Hello Sailor, from their forthcoming EP Oh, The Joy (April 27, Loner Noise Records). Bassist Adam Hughes said of the track; “‘Hello Sailor’ is about getting through a breakup and feeling like it’s the worst thing in the world, […]

The Ready Set – Vol 1

Vol 1 EP sees The Ready Set returning with a record of Summer anthems that you can imagine yourself having on a summer playlist. No Halos has an odd electro instrumentation to kick the EP off with, it gives a bit of a trippy vibe but works well with the vocal melodies. It’s a track […]

Feed them To The Forest take on our A-Z Challenge!

Following the release of their latest single ‘Lie With The Dogs‘ and ahead of the May 7th release of new EP Can’t Forget, we asked Feed Them To The Forest’s guitarist Lee Raisbeck to tell us more about the band using our A-Z challenge! A song that made you want to make music? Thriller by Michael Jackson […]

Jonathan Davis reveals new single Everyone!

Jonathan Davis has revealed the video for new single Everyone! The track is the second to be taken from forthcoming debut solo album Black Labyrinth (May 25, Sumerian Records). Check out the track below;

Modern Maps sign to Rise Records and announce new album

Southern Californian trio Modern Maps have signed to Rise Records! The band have also revealed their new album Hope You’re Happy will be released through the label on June 1st! The trio say of the album; ‘Hope You’re Happy. is a year’s worth of self-discovery and hard work to show the world the best representation of our band. We […]

The Nectars take on our A-Z Challenge!

Following the release of ‘I Want It‘, we asked The Nectars to tell us more about themselves using our A-Z challenge! A song that made you want to make music? ‘Breed’ by Nirvana. That chaotic energy makes me feel alive. Best rider you’ve had? A bucket full of beer and a giant hoagie. Can’t go wrong with that […]

Stories Behind The Songs; Fine Creatures

Ever wondered what your favourite artists think is the best song they’ve written? How about the meaning behind it? Well don’t fret because we at AltCorner have got you covered! Here James Hall of Fine Creatures take us behind the scenes on his favourite song! What is your favourite song you’ve written? My favourite song that I’ve written […]

Black Orchid Empire announce UK tours!

Following their signing to Long Branch Records, Black Orchid Empire have revealed they will be joining InMe on their UK tour before heading out across Germany and again in the UK with Black Map! Check out all the live dates below; 21.04.2018 UK, Folkstone – Leas Cliff Hall 07.05.2018 UK, Derby – Hairy Dog /w InMe 08.05.2018 UK, […]

The Hyena Kill reveal Exit Mask

Manchester’s The Hyena Kill have revealed the video for new single Exit Mask. Vocalist/guitarist Steven Dobb says; “We wanted something energetic and manic with a real DIY feel”, t’s such an in your face tune when we play it live and Mya who made the video captured that energy perfectly”  Check out Exit Mask below; Catch The Hyena Kill on […]

Goo Goo Dolls announce UK dates!

Legendary rockers Goo Goo Dolls have announced three UK dates this summer! The dates in July are below; Tuesday, July 24 O2 Academy Bristol  Bristol Wednesday, July 25  O2 Ritz Manchester  Manchester Thursday, 26 July  O2 Academy Brixton  London The news comes following the release of their latest You Should Be Happy EP. Since 1986, Goo Goo Dolls have […]

Vulture Cult take on our A-Z Challenge!

Ahead of the release of ‘Steamrolling‘, we asked Vulture Cult to tell us more about themselves using our A-Z challenge! A song which made you want to write music? Black Sabbath – War Pigs Best rider you have ever had? Food and beer, simple as. Craziest moment you experienced in the band? Probably supporting a band where the […]

Mike Shinoda announces Post Traumatic album!

Linkin Park‘s Mike Shinoda has revealed his new full-length solo album Post Traumatic is set to be released through Warner Bros. Records on June 15! The 16-track album, is set to feature the three songs released on the Post-Traumatic EP and the two new tracks released alongside the album announcement! Check out the video for Crossing A Line below; […]

Fall Out Boy live at Motorpoint Arena, Cardiff

After a 45 minute queue around the block to get into the arena, deafening screams are heard as the big screens on either side of the stage show Panic! At The Disco‘s Brendan Urie leading to a huge sing-a-long to Death Of A Bachelor. Things calm down after this, that is until Against The Current take to the […]

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