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The rise of an alternative lifestyle paved the way for all kinds of people to find their place in the world, at times where the “mainstream” had not been so kind. Whether you like fashion or modelling or not, there’s no denying that small-time clothing lines and models helped shape our consumption of modern alternative music. “Alternative” became not just a genre to listen to, but also synonymous with an entire subculture.

Later this month punk rockers Energy will embark on their debut UK headline tour, following the release of their new EP Under The Mask. We caught up with vocalist Tank ahead of the shows to hear his top tips and stories from the road.

We caught up with Borders ahead of their tour with Black Coast to hear their top tips and stories from the road!

American noise metal outfit Full Of Hell are going to bring chaos and sweat to London's Kamio @ Red Gallery on the 14th July in support of their recently released album Trumpeting Ecstacy. To get in the mood we've chosen 5 tracks from the album that we'd love to hear them play!

A trio that isn't afraid to be different and prides themselves on sincerity, Bad Sign are about to inject the world with some monumental riffs as they release their debut album Live And Learn. We caught up with vocalist/bassist Joe Appleford to find out about the record and how he perceives the UK music scene.

Currently out on tour in the UK with Blink-182, we thought it was the perfect opportunity to catch up with The Front Bottoms to hear their top touring tips and stories from the road.

In 2014 SikTh made their comeback at Download Festival and three years later they graced the main stage. We chatted to guitarist Dan Weller about the festival, which holds such important memories for them.

On the sunniest Saturday that Download Festival has seen in a while, we had a chat with brother-sister duo Steph and Paul O’Sullivan, AKA Greywind. They’ve had a whirlwind journey of a career journey so far which has led them to Download 2017, and it's the perfect chance for a catch-up.

With 2000trees just around the corner we're all starting to plan what we'll be cramming into our schedule. We know how difficult that can be, especially with so much on offer, so we've picked our must-see bands to help you out. Here is who we think you should check out this weekend...

This week sludge pop/alt-rock quartet Bellevue Days release their new EP Rosehill and return to 2000trees Festival. We caught up with the band ahead of the festival to hear their top tips and stories from the road, from waking up in a pool of beer to living off service station sandwiches.