Artist Spotlight: Motives releases intense new album; drummer talks tour memories, 2020 plans
Cleveland hardcore band Motives released their second album, Death Throes, today. The record is a balance between singer Ian Slagle’s gritty vocals with melodic instrumentation by guitarists Kevin Burrows and Chris Hanford, bassist Daniel Ackerman and drummer Mike Taddeo. The band is currently on the road with AVOID, but Taddeo took a few moments to […]
Dear Bands and Fans: An open letter to creatives affected by COVID-19 cancellations
Dear Bands & Fans, We’ve been struggling with what to say about the COVID-19 panic over the past few days, and to be honest, we’re still not really sure what more can be said. Tours, events, and all sorts of other projects are being cancelled and postponed; not much is left on the near horizon. […]
Gallery: Knuckle Puck fills Arizona basement for rowdy, intimate show
Despite the rain and chilly weather in Mesa, Better Love, Heart Attack Man and Knuckle Puck brought the heat back to the The Nile Underground’s sold out basement. Better Love started off the show with soft spoken lyrics that had the audience dancing to the music, while a white neon sign behind the drummer made […]
Artist Spotlight: DED singer Joe Cotela announces new album, talks brutal singles and taking over the rock world
Arizona rock band DED is following up their impressive 2017 debut with two brutal new singles today. This release under Suretone Records will be the first of a multiple-year deal with ADA Worldwide for exclusive distribution. Singer Joe Cotela, guitarist David Ludlow, bassist Kyle Koelsch and drummer Matt Reinhard have taken the rock and metal […]
M3F Fest 2020: Phoenix flocked to the fest with Bon Iver, RÜFÜS DÜ SOL, many more
The best weekend of the year has come to a close, and the countdown to M3F Fest 2021 has already begun. Phoenix’s most magical festival is celebrating the smash success of its 17th year, which also marked more than $2 million given to local charities. And even though the fest has exploded in popularity with […]
Weekly Roundup: New music and upcoming events from Camden Welles, PVRIS, Neck Deep, REZZ and more
March is already packed with new releases and exciting events! Check out Atlas’ picks for brand new tracks and upcoming concerts. 320 Conversations with Talinda Bennington and Kevin Lyman In a brand new partnership with USC, Talinda Bennington, widow of Linkin Park singer Chester Bennington, and Warped Tour founder Kevin Lyman will be the featured […]
Artist Spotlight: Five North unleash Scumbag EP, talk Blink-182 and their partnership with John Feldmann
SoCal pop punk group Five North have unleashed their sound to the world with their debut EP, Scumbag. The band, made up of best friends Tyler Posey, Kyle Murphy and Scott Eckel, are bringing their love of classic sounds and plenty of memorable experiences to this eight-song debut. Atlas chatted with the band via email […]
Artist Spotlight: Rags and Riches talk upcoming releases, positivity and the blessing of music
Kentucky group Rags and Riches are just starting their upward climb to be the next pop sensation in your ears. The pop rock brothers (and their band) recently released their latest single, with plans for more music and touring in 2020. Atlas spoke with vocalist Tanner Whitt between current tour stops about influences, 2020 plans […]
Gallery: PUP brings the party to Phoenix on Full Blown Meltdown USA Tour
PUP is a party and a half- just don’t chuck your lost items at them in the pit. The Canadian punk rockers had The Van Buren moshing, dancing and crowdsurfing for their entire set- a frenetic whirlwind of fan favorites. They were joined by The Drew Thomson Foundation and Screaming Females, each of whom had […]
Gallery: Armors gives Phoenix a taste of new tunes at The Rebel Lounge
Hard work and consistency pay dividends, and Armors are seeing greater and greater payoff. After spending much of last year as direct support for Aly & AJ, the Orange County duo was ready for another tour: The Space Tour with Transviolet and Elluna. They stopped by The Rebel Lounge in Phoenix to give the fans […]