Anyone who says fun. are overnight success stories are sorely mistaken. While the trio’s latest album, Some Nights, seemed to hurl lead vocalist Nate Ruess, bassist Andrew Dost and lead guitarist/drummer Jack Antonoff into a world full of radio hits and sold-out venues, this feat has been in the…

To make it in the music industry, there’s a certain level of hustling involved, for lack of a better word. At the beginning of a band’s career, they’re faced with a laundry list of obligations: generating a fanbase, spreading buzz, rehearsing the live show, writing and recording, touring, and…

The holiday season is a guaranteed time for people to decompress. Schools shut down and businesses close their doors for a few days, allowing everyone to take a step back and forget about the stress of day-to-day life and daunting to-do lists. But for Aaron Gillespie, frontman of The…

MANHATTAN—Since the first time I saw the music video for The White Stripes’ track “Fell In Love With A Girl” in 2001 or 2002, I have been fascinated by Jack White. Seeing him as a musical scientific genius of sorts, I have followed White throughout his entire musical journey,…

HOBOKEN, NJ—There are several moments in history that have reaffirmed music’s ability to bring people together, regardless of their age, gender or beliefs. Outside of the extravagant, culture-shifting events, such as Woodstock and Live Aid, countless artists are supporting and driving awareness for their own personal causes. For example,…

Let’s be clear—it’s been quite some time since the men of The All-American Rejects were, in fact, rejects. With careers exceeding the 10-year mark, as well as four albums and a slew of radio hits under their belts, the mere notion is damn near laughable.

But in an era…

In the alternative rock/post-hardcore genre, most acts teeter on the fine line between aggressive, face-melting tracks, and reputation-crippling cheesiness. Even the most subtle nuances can force a band over the edge and seemingly turn the entire listening experience into a joke.

However, some acts manage to venture down that…

Throughout our lives we experience a multitude of journeys and experiences. With each venture we embark on and every road we travel down, there is one constant internal conflict between the logic within our heads, and the passion within our hearts.

This struggle is consistently brought to the surface…

A good song is comparable to a fine wine: it’s smooth, memorable, easy to digest, and has that certain “je ne sais quoi” that makes it stand out among the flock. New York-based troupe Mitchell Grey managed to create this moment not only for a single track, but for…

In its vast history, the music industry has experienced an overwhelming amount of changes. From shifts in musical tastes, styles and influences, to continual developments in technology, the business has adapted, evolved and survived through it all.

However, since the ‘90s, the music industry has faced one key disruptor:…