Showing posts with label Feature. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Feature. Show all posts
ATP! Feature: International Women's Day 2015
On March 8th, women’s rights and achievements are globally recognized and celebrated across the world for International Women’s Day.
Since the early 1900s, International Women’s Day has been a movement towards gender equality, including the right to vote, be trained, hold public office and receive better pay. According to the official International Women’s Day website, “The unfortunate fact is that women are still not paid equally to that of their male counterparts, women still are not present in equal numbers in business or politics, and globally women's education, health and the violence against them is worse than that of men. However, great improvements have been made. We do have female astronauts and prime ministers, school girls are welcomed into university, women can work and have a family, women have real choices.”
ATP! Feature: Tom DeLonge talks To The Stars, Angels & Airwaves and becoming a Children's Author
"This is the thing. I have ADD and I have this company that was a hobby that I built into a real thing," says Tom DeLonge when describing his recently launched company, To The Stars. "We do entertainment stuff, technology stuff and we build brands. I have the ability, which is probably a bad thing, to do a bunch of weird shit however I want. As long as I don't tank it, they are pretty supportive!"
The San Diego native's previous hobby has now expanded into an empire based out of Southern California, which is also home to his other business ventures Macbeth Footwear and Modlife – a technology that creates fan clubs for artists, with an impressive roster spanning from the likes of Pearl Jam to Kanye West to Nine Inch Nails.
ATP! Feature: International Women's Day
On March 8th, women’s rights and achievements are globally recognized and celebrated across the world for International Women’s Day.
Since the early 1900s, International Women’s Day has been a movement towards gender equality, including the right to vote, be trained, hold public office and receive better pay. According to the official International Women’s Day website, “The unfortunate fact is that women are still not paid equally to that of their male counterparts, women still are not present in equal numbers in business or politics, and globally women's education, health and the violence against them is worse than that of men. However, great improvements have been made. We do have female astronauts and prime ministers, school girls are welcomed into university, women can work and have a family, women have real choices.”
Part of the success made in women’s history is in the music industry, where female-fronted bands, female musicians and female songwriters have begun to dominate. From Joan Jett’s all-female band, The Runaways, changing the male-dominated rock genre to Beyoncé releasing a “visual album” without a hint of promotion and selling 80,000 copies in just three hours. Kris Littman, Program Director of Chicago’s Fearless Radio, says, “It is an absolutely wide-open playing field; there are no barriers to what you can [do]… The only limit is your imagination, your creativity; your voice can be heard, your writing can be posted, the audience is there and you just have to be good enough to grab their attention.”
ATP! Weekly Recommendations (July 15th, 2011)
This week's picks from the ATP! team include tracks from Seahaven, Basement, Man Overboard, Alkaline Trio, Nightmare of You and more.Alter The Press! Presents: This Love
Despite their young age, This Love have an ambitious yet accessible sound; mixing the stadium sized rock of U2 and 30 Seconds To Mars, and mixing it with the pop sensibilities of Red Jumpsuit Apparatus and Boys Like Girls. Tracks like 'Motions' are cinematic and well-crafted, showing a band that are hungry and capable of producing favorable songs.
For Fans Of: U2, Kings of Leon, and 30 Seconds To Mars
Alter The Press: Why should Alter The Press! readers check you out?
This Love: Y'all should check the new album! It's a fresh sound from us, a young band, This Love. We have been working hard to get our music to the people for awhile now! bringing change to the game, hooks, guitar solos and a great message that needs to be heard! We, as a band, are so excited to get a chance to play music that is heard by the people. We are so thankful that we get a chance to do this everyday!
Feature: Festival Preview - 2000 Trees Festival
After an amazing year in 2010, culminating with a Grass Roots Festival Award win at the UK Festival Awards, Two Thousand Trees is back with another stellar line-up of more than 80 acts. Its fifth year at Upcote Farm in Cheltenham sees yet another expansion in capacity with it now holding 4,500 festival goers, which will welcome in the edition of a new stage this year aptly named The Cave, bringing with it the heavier side of things. In true Trees fashion the line-up this year brings an array of different acts spanning more genres than you could shake a stick at, with just one important factor tying them all together, every single act hails from the UK, making this festival a showcase of some of the finest talent we have to offer. Fans will be making their way over to the farm this weekend from 14th to the 16th to witness one of its strongest line-ups to date. Feature: Festival Preview - Sonisphere (UK) 2011
This weekend rock fans from all over the UK will head to Knebworth for three days of non-stop rock with day one featuring the 'Big 4' of Metallica, Slayer, Anthrax and Megadeath, whilst the ever-growing Biffy Clyro will headline day two before Slipknot close the festival on Sunday with their first UK show since the passing of Paul Gray last year.However despite the headliners there are many more to check out throughout the three days. From Limp Bizkit to Weezer to You Me At Six on the Apollo (headline) stage to the smaller stages that feature the likes of Title Fight, Don Broco, Rolo Tomassi, Me vs Hero and countless more.
On the whole the third Sonisphere UK festival has one of the strongest line-ups you will see all summer and its diversity will definitely meet fans needs.
ATP! Live Feature: We Are The In Crowd
Whilst overseas on their recent tour of the UK, Alter The Press caught with Taylor and Jordan of Poughkeepsie, NY's own, We Are The In Crowd to speak about their first trip overseas, the long-awaited debut album and more.ATP were also on hand to record the band performing their fan favorite, 'Both Sides Of The Story', at their first ever headline show in the UK.
ATP! Label Profile: Deep Elm Records
This year Deep Elm Records is celebrating its 16th anniversary and since its formation in 1995, the label has been home to the likes of The Appleseed Cast, Moving Mountains, Nada Surf, Latterman, and Benton Falls. Whilst its current roster includes names like Last Lungs, Moonlit Sailor, Athletics, Goonies Never Say Die and The Cast Before The Break.It's extensive back catalog is diverse with indie, emo post-rock and post-hardcore, being just some of the genres the label covers to this day. Whilst its 'Emo Diaries' and 'This Is Indie Rock' compilations have become influential with Jimmy Eat World, Further Seems Forever, The Movielife, and The Forecast being featured on previous releases.
Now in it's sixteenth year, Deep Elm continues to be 100% independent and consistently producing admirable releases. In addition the label has openly accepted the digital age as all it releases are now digital-only. Thus resulting Deep Elm being one of the most respected, and well-rounded DIY labels today.
Interview with Founder John Szuch
Year Founded: 1995
First Release: Nada Surf - 'Deeper Well / Pressure Free' 7-Inch
Latest Release: Moonlit Sailor - 'Colors In Stereo'
Alter The Press! Presents: Violet
With comparisons to US bands such as Emarosa, Isles and Glaciers, and Chiodos, their latest single, 'Perspectives' sensibly blends stagnant guitars, intense drums and screamo vocals with a favorable melodic tone, courtesy of clean vocalist Jonny Nelson. Ultimately it proves to be a winning combination, and is on par with the aforementioned transatlantic bands.
It's no doubt that Violet's somewhat unique sound will continue to gain attention, as they will be playing shows throughout UK this summer, touring with Hey! Alaska in September, and a new EP later in the year.
For Fans Of: Emarosa, Isles and Glaciers, and A Skylit Drive.
Alter The Press: Why should Alter The Press! readers check you out?
Violet: We believe that we have a pretty unique sound in comparison to what a lot of UK bands are doing right now. We put 100% of ourselves into every song we write and every show we play and we feel that people can connect easily with our music. We love what we do, there’s seven of us, you should definitely check us out.
ATP! Weekly Recommendations (July 1st, 2011)
This week's picks from the ATP! team include tracks from He Is We, The Dangerous Summer, Heartsounds, Limp Bizkit, August Burns Red, and more.Feature: Tigers Jaw - Indie/Rock's Best Kept Secret?
When people mention Scranton, Pennsylvania, they may well think of Dunder Mifflin, the fictitious company from NBC hit show, The Office, which is set there. This is sure to change in the near future however, as with sold out shows, legions of fans worldwide and limited vinyl pressings already exchanging hands for hundreds of dollars on eBay, Tigers Jaw have already accomplished much in a very short space of time.Alter The Press! Presents: The Electric Modern
London's The Electric Modern formed in 2008 and have since been fine tuning their brand of atmospheric indie rock that is bound to win fans of The Killers, Jimmy Eat World and Bloc Party over. Tracks like 'Let's Get Away' are adrenaline-filled, catchy and well-structured. Whereas 'Time To Reflect' and 'Making Conversation' thrive on intricate guitar melodies. Earlier this year the quartet joined up with The Animal Farm, which led to the band recording new material, as well as forming a partnership with Jack&Jones clothing. The coming months will see the band playing shows throughout the UK, releasing new material and more.
With such a tight and uplifting sound, The Electric Modern are destined for bigger things.
For Fans Of: The Killers, Bloc Party, Jimmy Eat World, Editors, and White Lies.
Alter The Press: Why should Alter The Press! readers check you out?
The Electric Modern: We are a British band based in London, we have a real passion for the music we write and feel the massive new sound we have needs to be heard by many. Our music is a "catchy, upbeat, dancey" form of Rock, so hopefully that will appeal to many of you!
We have an interesting mix of sound; its very melodic, and we love our harmonies, driven bass line and punchy drums. If I had to describe a mix of some artists I would say: The Killers, Bloc Party, White Lies, The Naked and Famous, and Jimmy Eat World that might get you somewhere near our sound. It's the kind of music that, years down the line will take you back to the time you first heard it with fond memories! We try our best to play gig's where ever possible, and love to be involved with our fans, we make video's and try to keep our gigs exciting and fresh. We hope you like it!
Alter The Press! Presents: The Jealous Sea
Having played shows alongside The Maine, Valencia, Stereo Skyline, He Is We and several others, Boston, Massachusetts' The Jealous Sea are quickly making their mark in the US pop rock scene. In addition to appearing on various radio shows and websites, the quartet recorded their new EP, 'Everything & Anything' with producer John Naclerio (My Chemical Romance, Brand New). The resulting EP is a collection of energetic pop-rock songs that will please fans of Boys Like Girls and Mayday Parade. Tracks like 'Rollercoaster' are slick and stand up strong against similar bands.
ATP! Weekly Recommendations (June 24th, 2011)
This week's picks from the ATP! team include tracks from Taking Back Sunday, Bon Iver, The Swellers, Rise Against, A Day To Remember, Deadmau5 and more.In addition, Spotify users can hear a selection of this week's recommendations on this playlist.
Alter The Press! Presents: The Lonely Forest
A promising successor to their influences, The Lonely Forest combine a pop-aesthetic on top of an indie rock backdrop. Aided by Chris Walla (of Death Cab for Cutie fame) who made the band the first signing to his new label, Trans Records. Their debut record 'Arrows' as a whole blends morose melodies and is completely counteracted with cheerful hooks that reak of optimism.Comparisons to bands that range from Jimmy Eat World to 90's troubadours Nirvana may inquisitively turn heads at first but from listening, each of them is understandable. Having recently just come off of a tour of the USA with their main influences, Death Cab for Cutie, the band plans to hit the road with Two Door Cinema Club later this year.
ATP! Label Profile: Broken Rim Records
Back in 2009, Kyle Tedesco was hit by a car whilst riding his bike in his tome town of Buffalo, New York. Luckily Tedesco survived the accident and thanks to a a three thousand dollar settlement, he was able to kick start Broken Rim Records, which takes its name for the same incident.Although the label is still small, it has quickly shown its dedication towards the vibrant US pop punk scene with releases from I Call Fives, Rust Belt Lights and Turnover.
Interview with Kyle Tedesco
Year Founded: 2010
First Release: I Call Fives - 'Bad Advice LP'
Latest Releases: Turnover - 'Turnover' 7”/CD
Number of Releases: Three:
1. I Call Fives - 'Bad Advice LP'
2. I Call Fives/Rust Belt Lights - Split 7”
3. Turnover - 'Turnover' 7”/CD
ATP! Weekly Recommendations (June 17th, 2011)
This week's picks from the ATP! team include tracks from Brand New, Tigers Jaw, Foxy Shazam, All Time Low, The Wonder Years and more.In addition, Spotify users can hear a selection of this week's recommendations on this playlist.
Alter The Press! Presents: Notimefor
Based out of Milan, Italy, Notimefor have played countless shows throughout mainland Europe; Italy, France, Austria, Germany, Russia and more since forming five years ago in 2006. Now in 2011 the five-piece have shared the stage with the likes of Set Your Goals, Mayday Parade, Twin Atlantic, Enter Shikari, We Are The Ocean, and The Ghost Inside. Whilst their latest EP, 'Happy Youth' was recorded and produced by Bertrand Poncet of Chunk! No, Captain Chunk. 'Happy Youth' is a bright, fast and bold collection of pop punk songs that has seen the Notimefor be compared to bands such as Set Your Goals and Man Overboard. With a combination of well-crafted songs and a positive attitude, Notimefor are worth checking out.
Alter The Press: Why should Alter The Press! readers check you out?
Notimefor: Because we are young and fresh! Well, we don't like self-appraisal therefore we don't agree with having one of those bios that fishes for compliments. So to put it simply, ATP readers should check us out because we have something to say, we are from milan and we are trying to break barriers with our music!
Alter The Press! Presents: Prom Night In Black and White
Having toured their home country and played select dates on the Vans Warped Tour, the four-piece have achieved success online and have plans to record their first full length later this year.
With a feel-good sound that resonates with tons of energy, Prom Night In Black and White will instantly win fans over of pop punk as tracks like 'New Homes' has it all; catchy choruses, fast tempos, heavy guitars, gang vocals and much more.
For Fans Of: Four Year Strong, All Time Low, Paramore, and New Found Glory.
Alter The Press: Why should Alter The Press! readers check you out?
Prom Night In Black and White: We are your new favourite band! We are the gap between pop rock music and the heavy pop punk genre. You will be singing along to catchy choruses, and then moshing your brains out to heavy breakdowns. Oh, and we even have a sweep tapping solo. We have a party happy live show, and we tour non stop. So chances are you will hear of us coming to you town or city soon enough.
