Sometimes you hear an artist and immediately know they’ve got it. Whatever “it” is, Jutt Huffman has it and he has it in spades. With […]
Category: Editor’s Pick
DEBUT ALBUM: If Everyone’s an Expert by Penny Rich
I was given the opportunity to listen to Penny Rich’s debut album If Everyone’s an Expert and like any great punk album, despite it being […]
LISTEN & WATCH: “Illest of Our Time” by Ren
Ever since I gave my ear to “Hi Ren” by Ren, he reeled me in…hook, line, and sinker. I’ve been a fan ever since. I’ve […]
REVIEW: Metamorphosis by Bethan Lloyd
If there was an artist that was truly connected to the cosmos, then that artist would be Bethan Lloyd. The connection to the cosmos, the […]
HOT TRACK: “Stay” by All the Damn Vampires
In my opinion, when it comes to 80’s synth vibes, All the Damn Vampires can do no wrong. Sorry, not sorry. And All the Damn […]
HOT TRACK: “Compromise” by Mid City
I am kicking myself for being a month late on discovering there was new Mid City music! Like what rock have I been living under?! […]
HOT TRACK: “Damn Love” by Kip Moore
Let me be completely honest, if Kip Moore puts out new music, there is a 99.99% chance I am going to dig it. In fact, […]
TRACK x TRACK: Weapons of Choice by Carbellion
In a couple of weeks, Carbellion will release Weapons of Choice on Eclipse Records. The album was produced by Chris Djuricic (Nonpoint, Soil, Novembers Doom) […]
HOT TRACK | “Velociraptor” by Krooked Tongue
Yew! Today is the day. The new single for Krooked Tongue is out for the masses to hear. Amplify the Noise got an early sneak […]
HOT TRACK | “I See Dead People” by The Amity Afflicition featuring Louie Knuxx
Whew boy. The latest from The Amity Affliction featuring the late Louie Knuxx is a 3 minute and 37 second assault on the senses. Leading […]
A CONVERSATION WITH…Bitter Kisses
One week ago, Bitter Kisses, released their debut single, “Pr*y” and we are thrilled to give you our first interview with the fab four UK […]
HOT TRACK: “Bittersweet Symphony” by Ren
All I have to say about this brilliant retake of The Verve’s hit is that Ren has once again taken his mad talent and given […]
DEBUT SINGLE: “Pr*y” by Bitter Kisses
Yeehaw! Gimmie synth! All the synth! And also gimmie ballsy and badass female fronted bands with an attitude! That is what Bitter Kisses are giving […]
Ren: Hi Ren and Sick Boi
I discovered Ren when Chantal Kreviazuk shared his song “Hi Ren” on her Instagram stories. And, wow. Wow. Oh. Wow. Ren is Ren Gill, an […]
A CONVERSATION WITH…Neil Scott of Adult Leisure
Adult Leisure took Amplify the Noise’s world by storm in 2022. With David Woolford on guitars, James Laing on bass, Neil Scott on vocals, and […]
All the Damn Vampires: Breaking Up
The next best thing to a bold and thunderous bass line is a sexy and sultry saxophone and this is a hill I am willing […]
Adult Leisure: The Weekend Ritual
Let me tell ya, “Control” by Adult Leisure is a goddamn track.
Rammstein: Adieu
In a time of ‘fuck around and find out’, Rammstein neither fucks around nor has a need to find out. When an artist or band […]
Listen: Lupines by Krooked Tongue
Over a haunting strum of bass and an echo of a guitar, vocalist and bassist, Oli Rainsford, kicks off the latest Krooked Tongue single, “Lupines”, […]
Review: Revelations by Sir Jude
Sir Jude‘s debut album, Revelations, is a beautiful insight into the heart of a being modern woman.
Experience: Black Heart by Palps
Fans will resonate a lot with Black Heart if that haven’t already. It will allow them to see that they are not alone and it will no doubt be a saviour for many and that is what makes Black Heart even more special.
Review: Butch Walker as Glenn
Where Garth Brooks’ Chris Gaines failed, Butch Walker’s Glenn has soared. Glenn has an innate path to his creator and is genuine, heartfelt, and comforting.
Hot Track: Echolocate Your Love by VV
VV, aka Ville Vallo, has gifted fans the second single from his forthcoming Neon Noir album. The former frontman for the Finnish band, HIM, says […]
Review: Synth City by All the Damn Vampires
All the Damn Vampires happened upon my radar when James Hart of Eighteen Visions posted he had written and sung a song on their release. […]
HOT TRACKS: “Fire on Wheels” and “If I Was Your Lover” by Kip Moore
This is a double whammy review featuring the latest single, “If I was Your Lover” from Kip Moore and his late June release “Fire on […]
Review: Cities Changing Names by American Anymen + Interview with Brett Sullivan
I have a confession, I’ve been obsessed with the American Anymen album Cities Changing Names for months now. With each listen, I find something new […]
Interview: Violet Blend
Whether she’s fighting demons or the system for women’s rights, Violet Blend’s Giada Celeste Chelli (vocals and piano) is a vocal powerhouse and force to be reckoned with. We sat down Giada to discuss their latest release Demons, what it was like working with conductor Gianna Fratta, and more!
Track by Track: Zeit by Rammstein
Zeit has satiated every Rammstein music craving I have ever had.
Watch: Angst by Rammstein
Rammstein‘s 3rd video from Zeit was directed by Robert Gwisdek, who also directed the video for “Zeit“. Without the video, “Angst (Fear)” is an intense […]
Track by Track: Romeo & Juliet by Ryan Adams
Ryan Adams has been a busy man and continues to be a busy man. Just a few short weeks after releasing his double album Chris, […]
Track by Track: No Man Isle by Haunted by Silhouettes
Haunted by Silhouettes will soon be unleashing their new EP, No Man Isle, to the Universe.
Interview: Haunted by Silhouettes
Mathias sat down with Pretty Vacant One to talk about all things, No Man Isle.
Track by Track: Inner Mission by Zen from Mars
Zen from Mars have transmitted their debut album to album to the Universe and it’s a cracker of an album. As I’ve said in previous […]
Track by Track: Conspiranoid by Primus
The ultimate funk alternative metal masters have unleashed their rocking 3 song EP, Conspiranoid to the masses and it’s a thing of beauty!
Interview: Genus Ordinis Dei
Pretty Vacant One was very fortunate to talk to Tommy (guitars) from Genus Ordinis Dei about The Entropic Queen.
Track by Track: Ego Trip by Papa Roach
The band has aged musically and lyrically like a fine wine and Ego Trip showcases that continuing growth.
Listen: Loveletting by VV
VV is Ville Valo and for those not familiar with VV or Ville. He was the frontman of the iconic Finnish band, HIM, and he’s […]
Watch: Zick Zack by Rammstein
Honestly, my love for Rammstein only grows with each album (but I’m biased as I’ve been a fan of theirs for about 25+ years). Their […]
Review: Chris by Ryan Adams
Fans who have been following Ryan Adams on Instagram have been privy to live performances, live art performances, his personal struggles as well as following […]
Watch: Inner Mission by Zen from Mars
The video for Inner Mission from Zen from Mars has officially been transmitted to the frequencies of the Universe. Watch below. Photo credit: Zen from […]
WATCH: Crazy One More Time by Kip Moore
Back in January, Kip Moore, released Crazy One More Time (Revisited). It’s wasn’t a secret that fans and radio and records people have been wanting […]
Hot Track: Jezebel by The Rasmus
The Rasmus know how to write an infectious song and as a long time fan, “Jezebel” is possibly one of their most infectious tracks I […]