Carlos Ramirez is a former editor at AOL Music. His writing has appeared on IGN, Bullz-Eye, Ultimate-Guitar, MetalSucks, PopDose, TheGauntlet and many other music destinations. Born and raised in Queens, N.Y., Ramirez resides in Los Angeles with his wife and baby daughter.
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Merriment, ‘Nothing to Lose’ – Exclusive Song Premiere
You might not know Christie and Collin DuPree of Merriment yet, but chances are you’re already familiar with four of their older siblings who are all members of indie-popsters, Eisley.
Old Monk, ‘Volcanic Prisons’ – Exclusive Video Premiere
Based in Brooklyn, Old Monk is a trio specializing in a kind of jangly indie-pop that also carries a raw spirit that brings to mind those classic garage rock 45s of the late ‘60s. The group recently released 'Volcanic Prisons,' their fourth and final single of 2013, which is leading up to their sophomore album which will come out next year.
Paper States Cover ‘Overdue’ by the Get Up Kids – Exclusive Song Premiere
On Dec. 10, Pacific Ridge Records will be releasing 'A Tribute to the Get Up Kids,' a compilation honoring the influential second wave emo combo. The 18-track album will include contributions from the Swellers, Forever Came Calling, and Punchline, among other groups.
Daily Top 5 News Countdown: Lou Reed Tribute Show Acts Revealed + More
The day's top stories, ranked in terms of newsworthiness.
Renaiszance Release Graphic Novel-Based Video for ‘I Will Rise’
Electro duo Renaiszance has released a music video for ‘I Will Rise,’ a song inspired by ‘The Inventor,’ a graphic novel based on the true life of inventor Nikola Tesla. The track is the group's first single from their debut album, ‘Rise,’ which was released in April of this year.
Diffuser Top 10: Weekend Take the Crown With ‘Rosaries’
The Killers have been killing it (see what we did there?) for the past month with their clip for 'Shot at the Night,' but San Francisco shoegazers Weekend have come from out of nowhere to top the Diffuser Top 10 this week.
15 Rock Stars Drunk on Stage
Alcohol and rock ‘n’ roll have had a long and complicated relationship with each other. For the most part, rock musicians have found a manageable balance between partying with the bottle and their duties as live performers. But it doesn’t always work out that way.
Nicki Bluhm and the Gramblers Rock ‘Conan’ With ‘Little Too Late’
San Francisco-based rockers Nicki Bluhm and the Gramblers brought their earthy brand of rock ‘n’ roll to the 'Conan' show last night (Nov. 21). With Tea Leaf Green bassist Reed Mathis filling in for bassist Steve Adams, the band brought the house down with a killer rendition of ‘Little Too Late.’
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Cuushe Reveals Dreamlike New Video for ‘Lost My Way’
Japanese chanteuse Cuushe has just released a video for her song 'Lost My Way.' The hypnotic clip is the perfect visual accompaniment for the dreamlike track.