As 2018 came to a close, everyone's social media timelines and e-mail inboxes were full of Top 10 listicles and summaries of ranked releases. While I definitely have opinions on these topics (my … [Read more...] about Reflecting on 2018 Wrapped
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The Old and The New – Warped Tour 2018
Dates Attended: Bonner Springs, KS (07/05/18) San Antonio, TX (07/07/18) When Kevin Lyman announced that 2018 was to be the last final full run of Warped Tour, a bunch of pop-punk and … [Read more...] about The Old and The New – Warped Tour 2018
Download Festival – 10 Bands You Should Have Seen
Stars and Scars contributor Becton Simpson was lucky enough to spend last weekend at Donington Park for the legendary Download Festival. Out of the 20 amazing acts they managed to catch over the … [Read more...] about Download Festival – 10 Bands You Should Have Seen
Feature Story: Slam Dunk Festival 2018
It’s been a long time coming but finally, Emo Nite LA arrived in the UK, and what better occasion than for the Slam Dunk South Pre-Party. A small line formed outside the O2 Arena just before doors … [Read more...] about Feature Story: Slam Dunk Festival 2018
Preview: Emo Nite LA Slam Dunk Festival South Pre-Party
If you haven’t heard of Emo Nite LA yet, it’s probably because you’ve been hiding in your mom’s basement crying for the past 5 years since MCR broke up. Well, it’s time to dust off your Black Parade … [Read more...] about Preview: Emo Nite LA Slam Dunk Festival South Pre-Party
Feature Story: Resurrection of The Sanctuary
We hear the acronym for Do It Yourself every day. It has become a fundamental term used in the punk scene and plays a role in other music circles as well. When money and rules hold back a band or … [Read more...] about Feature Story: Resurrection of The Sanctuary
Top 5 Songs to Avoid When Flying
About to travel on a plane? Traveling can be stressful enough with all the delays and lugging of bags. To stay at peace while you are soaring at 35,000 feet, avoid these songs! American Pie - Don … [Read more...] about Top 5 Songs to Avoid When Flying
Emo Christmas Playlist
Top 16 Emo Christmas Songs 1-2. "Merry Christmas, Kiss My Ass/Fool’s Holiday" - All Time Low All Time Low have released two Christmas songs: "Merry Christmas, Kiss My Ass: and "Fool’s … [Read more...] about Emo Christmas Playlist