It’s great to be back with the latest edition of the Alt Monthly. I’ve been busy with grading research papers, interviewing artists for my column, and practicing for some upcoming music gigs! Here are some new songs, Alt-18 news, and more! New songs: The Beaches “Last Girls at the Party” Wet Leg “Catch these Fists” Lydia Night “Pity Party” Phoneboy “Red Wine” Momma “I want … Continue reading Alt Monthly April: New songs!!
Above Image Via Facebook: Alt Nation By Josh McCann In this special edition of the Alt Monthly, I’ll be listing my favorite Alt Nation songs of 2024. I wrote about my own memories with each song. Also, the Alt Nation top 36 countdown is out! It’s on the Sirius XM app now! New Songs I like: Ava Maybee “Call It What You Want” Sunday (1994) … Continue reading Alt Nation Monthly: Best Songs of 2024
Above image via Facebook:Alt Nation By Josh McCann We’re in bonfire season—grab the marshmallows! This month’s edition is fire (sorry I had to). But seriously, it’s a good one: surprise number one, song of the year debate, breakthrough act of the month, and more! New Songs Lauren Mayberry “Something in the Air” Royal Otis “If Our Love is Dead” U2 “Picture of You” Circa Waves … Continue reading Alt Nation October: Surprise number one, debate for song of the year, breakout act of the month, and more!
Image via People Magazine By Josh McCann Coldplay performed at the Music Hall of Williamsburg in Brooklyn to some lucky fans on Monday night. I listened at home on Sirius XM, the comfort of my backyard providing the background. It was so much fun that I’m thinking I should review more live shows this way. I’ve been a fan of Coldplay since X&Y, with my … Continue reading Something Just Like This: Coldplay performs in a club while I listen at home in my backyard
Above Image Via Facebook: Alt Nation By Josh McCann There’s something about this time of year. Music hits different. School is in, there’s a coolness in the breeze, and soon I’ll be wearing jeans and flannels. It’s still in the 70’s here in Western PA. I’ll take it! This past week I played a live show. Always great to play guitar on stage. I also … Continue reading Alt Nation Monthly September: Alt- 18, Breakout Band of the Month, and more!
Above Image Via Josh McCann By Josh McCann Sometimes a Monday night can be really fun. This was the case last night when indie rock band The Beaches played to a packed crowd at the Roxian Theater. The all-female fronted group proved how great they are live. This is only the beginning for them. Before the show, fans lined the block around the theater. Inside … Continue reading The Beaches Play a Thrilling Show at The Roxian Theater
By Josh McCann The Alt Monthly edition for April is here! For this month, I decided to spotlight new music. These debuts stood out to me over the past month, courtesy of Advanced Placement. Let’s hope they get some rotation on Alt Nation! Before I get to the debuts, I’d like to mention all of the cool interviews lately on Alt Nation. Tatiana did a … Continue reading Alt Monthly: New songs, interviews, and a battle for the top spot
Where The Bands Are 