Modern Angst - Part X

St. Louis, MO's Modern Angst has a compelling story that reflects both personal and societal struggles. Formed in 2021 by Jared White, the band’s roots are deeply entwined with his need to process and express the tumultuous emotions brought on by the COVID pandemic and the broader social issues of modern America. The pandemic, with its spotlight on social and economic inequalities, served as a catalyst for Jared’s creative process, making music an essential outlet for his feelings of resentment and fear.

Rise Against's Tim McIlrath: "Don't come for advice to a 45-year-old guy who started his band before he had a cell phone"

Rise Against's Tim McIlrath: "Don't come for advice to a 45-year-old guy who started his band before he had a cell phone"

A couple of hours before their absolutely amazing show at the Pukkelpop festival, we talked to Rise Against vocalist Tim McIlrath about the band’s past trajectory, their upcoming new album and being a political punk band in today’s climate.  

GEL - Persona

GEL Persona Punk Rock Theory

Having released their debut full-length, ‘Only Constant,’ just last year and touring pretty much non-stop since, it’s surprising that GEL is already back with a new EP.

DoFlame - BENT

Toronto hardcore up-and-comer, DoFlame, recently joined the Blue Grape Music roster and today he's announcing his sophomore album, BENT, due out October 11th. Masterminded by 21-year-old punk, Mateo Naranjo, DoFlame is like the hardcore version of a coming-of-age movie, capturing all of the joy, confusion, and determination of being young and unsure of what’s next, just as effectively as it blends the unbridled aggression of heavy music with the swagger of hip hop.