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Real Friends is a pop-punk band from the south side of Chicago. Dan, Kyle, Brian, Eric, and the other guy are real pals

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Slow Joy Embarking on Massive Fall Tour ​     Photo Slow Joy Embarking on Massive Fall Tour ​    
by Josh Sharpe - August 21, 2024

Slow Joy, the solo project of Dallas based, New Mexican born Chicano artist Esteban Flores, has announced a massive fall tour. They will hit the road with Real Friends on October 21st for a two month run that has them playing in most major cities across the US including Minneapolis at the Varsity Th...

Mayday Parade Releases New Song 'Pretty Good To Feel Something' Photo Mayday Parade Releases New Song 'Pretty Good To Feel Something'
by Josh Sharpe - July 11, 2024

Tallahassee, Florida’s Mayday Parade has released “Pretty Good To Feel Something”. The brand-new single comes as the band kicks-off the 2024 Sad Summer Festival with their co-headliners The Maine in Sacramento, CA tonight. The new single is the latest self-released music for the band who decided to ...

Chris Janson Lands His Fifth Career #1 At Country Radio With Hit Song 'All I Need Is Photo Chris Janson Lands His Fifth Career #1 At Country Radio With Hit Song 'All I Need Is You'
by Michael Major - February 05, 2024

Chris Janson, has taken the #1 spot at Country radio this week with his sentimental hit, 'All I Need Is You.' The song, which marks his fifth #1 single, is the lead track off of Janson's most recent album The Outlaw Side of Me and is his debut single with Big Machine Label Group and Harpeth 60 Recor...

Video: Pop-Rockers Hungover Release 'Shake It Off' Music Video Photo Video: Pop-Rockers Hungover Release 'Shake It Off' Music Video
by Michael Major - December 05, 2023

Pop-rockers Hungover have released their latest single 'Shake It Off' along with an upbeat music video. The track gives a glimpse into their forthcoming album and tells the story of their journey as a band. Don't miss out on this groovy pop-rock release!...

Telltale Releases New Single 'Otherside' Photo Telltale Releases New Single 'Otherside'
by Michael Major - December 01, 2023

TELLTALE debuts new single and music video. Check out the latest release from TELLTALE, 'Otherside.' Telltale has spent much of 2023 on the road, including runs with Sundressed, FRNDCRCL, Brooklane, and Diva Bleach, as well as Neutral Snap, Goalkeeper, and The Home Team. Telltale also made their way...

Hungover Showcases Pop-Rock Vibes On New Single 'Reunion' Photo Hungover Showcases Pop-Rock Vibes On New Single 'Reunion'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 12, 2023

Florida-natives Hungover showcase their pop-rock vibes on their latest single 'Reunion.' Celebrating best friendships and lifelong bonds, this dynamic track highlights their distinctive style of 'pop and roll' music....

HAVE MERCY Announces Vinyl Pressing Of 2022 Self-Titled EP Photo HAVE MERCY Announces Vinyl Pressing Of 2022 Self-Titled EP
by Michael Major - July 25, 2023

Nearly one year after the release of their self-titled EP, rock band Have Mercy are thrilled to debut a limited edition (200) vinyl pressing of the album that marked their return. Fans can purchase the record – out now on a gorgeous black and orange splatter vinyl that matches the flames on the cove...

Taylor Acorn To Embark On First Ever Tour Supporting Real Friends Photo Taylor Acorn To Embark On First Ever Tour Supporting Real Friends
by Michael Major - September 06, 2022

Beginning Wednesday, September 28th in Pittsburgh, PA at Spirit Hall, the tour will be visiting over 25 cities across North America including stops in Toronto, ON, Philadelphia, PA, New York, NY, Pomona, CA and more before wrapping on Tuesday, November 1st in Minneapolis, MN at The Garage....

Have Mercy Announces New Self-Titled EP Photo Have Mercy Announces New Self-Titled EP
by Michael Major - July 14, 2022

After months of teasing, rock band Have Mercy have finally shared details of their new EP Have Mercy. Additionally the band has given fans their first taste of new music since 2019 – lead single “I’m Gonna Be Ok” is debuting now on Brooklyn Vegan. Pre-save the new EP now!...

Four Stars Release New Single 'So Long' Photo Four Stars Release New Single 'So Long'
by Michael Major - June 27, 2022

The “So Long” music video was filmed by directed and shot by Mike Rumchaks; produced, engineered, and mixed by Seth Henderson (Real Friends, Knuckle Puck, State Champs) of ABG Studios; co-produced by Ryan Mendez (Yellowcard), and mastered by Ted Jensen (Sterling Sound). The “So Long” single artwork ...

Mayday Parade Releases New Track, 'Losing My Mind,' Ahead of UK Tour Photo Mayday Parade Releases New Track, 'Losing My Mind,' Ahead of UK Tour
by Marissa Tomeo - May 22, 2022

Alternative mainstay Mayday Parade have shared their new single “Losing My Mind,” ahead of the band’s self-titled 11-year anniversary UK tour which starts May 31 in Nottingham. The track, produced by multi-Platinum music producers Zack Odom & Kenneth Mount, is an outtake from the band’s 2021 studio ...

My Chemical Romance, The Original Misfits & More to Headline Riot Fest Photo My Chemical Romance, The Original Misfits & More to Headline Riot Fest
by Michael Major - May 11, 2022

Notable first-timers for Riot Fest 2022 include beloved indie rockers Yeah Yeah Yeahs; the pivotal goth rock group Bauhaus; a reunited Sunny Day Real Estate; as well as first-time sets from Portugal. The Man, Yungblud, Placebo, Jeff Rosenstock, Lunachicks, The Linda Lindas, and Lucky Boys Confusion....

VIDEO: Telltale Shares 'Lie Your Way Out' Music Video Photo VIDEO: Telltale Shares 'Lie Your Way Out' Music Video
by Michael Major - March 09, 2022

The band has shared four songs from their EP - “Lie Your Way Out” follows “COBAIN,” “Slowburn,” and “Out Of Control!”. Telltale have steadily charted their own path through impassioned performances and friendly charm, supporting bands like Broadside, As It Is, Real Friends, Assuming We Survive, and ...

Telltale Announces New EP 'Lie Your Way Out' Photo Telltale Announces New EP 'Lie Your Way Out'
by Michael Major - February 23, 2022

Rock band Telltale has today announced their new EP Lie Your Way Out. The EP features recent singles “COBAIN,” “Slowburn,” and “Out Of Control!” as well as newly released title track “Lie Your Way Out.” Listen to the new singles and pre-order the new EP now!...

VIDEO: Watch Camila Cabello Debut New Song 'La Buena Vista' for NPR Tiny Desk (Home) Photo VIDEO: Watch Camila Cabello Debut New Song 'La Buena Vista' for NPR Tiny Desk (Home) Concert
by Michael Major - October 15, 2021

Fresh off her run as 'Cinderella', Camila Cabello performed hits such as 'Havana', 'Real Friends', 'Señorita', and 'Don't Go Yet' in her new NPR Tiny Desk concert. She also premiered a new song, titled 'La Buena Vida' from her upcoming album 'Familia'. Watch the performance now!...

State Champs Drop Energetic New Single 'Just Sound' Photo State Champs Drop Energetic New Single 'Just Sound'
by TV News Desk - August 25, 2021

State Champs has always embraced the idea of getting their music in front of as many people as possible. They aren’t running away from the sound they’ve established; if anything, it’s that scrappy punk spirit that drives them to continue to reach further and further....

Real Friends Announces New EP 'Torn In Two' Photo Real Friends Announces New EP 'Torn In Two'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - August 24, 2021

Directed by Raul Gonzo (PVRIS, I Don't Know How But They Found Me, AFI), the video portrays the brutality of losing someone and being unable to confront your feelings....

Real Friends Release Reimagined Singles 'Nervous Wreck' & 'Storyteller' Photo Real Friends Release Reimagined Singles 'Nervous Wreck' & 'Storyteller'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - July 27, 2021

The 24-city tour kicks off on September 14th at Brooklyn Bowl in Nashville, TN making stops across the U.S. in Detroit, San Antonio, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, Boston and more before wrapping up in New York, NY at Irving Plaza on October 22nd....

Last Night Saved My Life 'Buzzing' New Single Out Now Photo Last Night Saved My Life 'Buzzing' New Single Out Now
by TV News Desk - July 16, 2021

Laced with catchy riffs and a chorus meant to be sung surrounded by your best friends, “Buzzing” is the band's first new song since the release of their single “Caffeine Company” in the fall of 2020. ...

Marlo the Barbarian Releases New EP 'Blue Roses' Photo Marlo the Barbarian Releases New EP 'Blue Roses'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 07, 2021

While on vacation at age 8, her family’s Jeep was hit at 125 miles per hour, resulting in devastating injuries to both her parents. Life following was a revolving door of hospital visits for the decade to come. ...

Mayday Parade Announces 'Out of Here' EP Photo Mayday Parade Announces 'Out of Here' EP
by Sarah Jae Leiber - September 24, 2020

Alternative mainstay Mayday Parade has announced the release of Out of Here – a brand-new EP due out on October 16th, 2020 via Rise Records....

VIDEO: Knuckle Puck Releases 'Earthquake' Music Video
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 28, 2020

Knuckle Puck — vocalist Joe Taylor, guitarist/vocalist Nick Casasanto, guitarist Kevin Maida, drummer John Siorek, and bassist Ryan Rumchaks — have just shared the video for 'Earthquake.'...

Knuckle Puck To Livestream Record Release Show At Chicago's Lincoln Hall Photo Knuckle Puck To Livestream Record Release Show At Chicago's Lincoln Hall
by A.A. Cristi - August 21, 2020

To celebrate the release of their new album 20/20, Chicago pop punkers Knuckle Puck — vocalist Joe Taylor, guitarist/vocalist Nick Casasanto, guitarist Kevin Maida, drummer John Siorek, and bassist Ryan Rumchaks — will perform a livestreamed show at Lincoln Hall in cooperation with Audiotree. ...

Chris DeStefano, Gizzle, & GALE Set To Appear on ASCAP Presents SPF Photo Chris DeStefano, Gizzle, & GALE Set To Appear on ASCAP Presents SPF
by A.A. Cristi - August 18, 2020

ASCAP announced its eclectic music lineup for its first-ever ASCAP Presents SPF (Summer Performance Festival). The summer festival-inspired playlists of new, never-before-seen performances premiered the first week of August, and concludes with this week's third and final installment.   Performances ...

Chris DeStefano, Gizzle, & GALE Set To Appear on Thursday, August 20, at ASCAP Presen Photo Chris DeStefano, Gizzle, & GALE Set To Appear on Thursday, August 20, at ASCAP Presents SPF With Exclusive Virtual Performance Playlist Series
by Robert Diamond - August 18, 2020

ASCAP (The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers) announced its eclectic music lineup for its first-ever ASCAP Presents SPF (Summer Performance Festival). The summer festival-inspired playlists of new, never-before-seen performances premiered the first week of August, and concludes w...











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