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2026 Alternative Music Releases: What’s Stood Out So Far
By Peyton K. In an age where trending tracks come and go like the Bcycles on campus, it’s nice to look back and admire the music that didn’t get algorithmically pushed into our lives. Now that we’re about halfway into the year, it’s a good time to reflect on some of the exceptional music that’s been released so far. I can definitely say that it’s been a strong year for music, especially in the metalcore and emo spheres.
The Rainbow Road of Nintendocore: Breakdown & Interviews with I Kidnapped The Princess, EatTheF*ckingSnow, and Fluffy Pillarr
By Peyton K. Have you ever wondered what it might sound like if Mario ditched his efforts to save Princess Peach and instead picked up a 7-string guitar? Or if br00tal ‘core bands seldom straying from 0-0-0-0 breakdowns became stuck in a DS game? Look no further than Nintendocore. What is Nintendocore? Nintendocore (also known as bitcore) is a subgenre of music that blends chiptune and video game synths with a heavier metalcore and hardcore punk influence.
"The Only Band That Matters": The Hellp & Riviera Album Review - Main
Main, Music News, Record Reviews By Peyton K. The Hellp’s Florida Show on December 6th, 2025, featuring Chandler Lucy (left) and Noah Dillon (right); Photo courtesy of Kayla Szemansky (@gptfilm on Instagram) When people describe their musical project as “the worst thing [they’ve] ever done in [their] life”, it doesn’t allow much hope that their music will be worthwhile to listen to. The Hellp, however, is a special case, one I’m still debating to this day.
A Deep Dive Into The 2025 2nd Wave Emo Revival, Ft. Talks With Stitching And Milkcrate Merch - Interviews
Interviews, Main, Music News, Playlists By Peyton K. Every so often, a subgenre will seem to be revived out of nowhere, with new bands creating music that brings you right back to tunes from the genre’s conception. Over the past few years, I’ve seen large screamo, deathcore, youth crew, and mincecore revivals. With the increasing popularity of this harsher, grittier style of music, it’s no surprise that a softer, more instrumental style would eventually gain support and attention.
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