Halloween is long gone, but it’s still in our hearts—and more importantly, our stomachs. Read more
Category: Editorial
June 8, 1984: 'Ghostbusters' and 'Gremlins' are released simultaneously in theaters. Which one had the better ensemble? Read more
Remembering the late, great Ric Ocasek, the legendary frontman of The Cars whose production work carved out the best of bands like Suicide, Bad Brains… Read more
Patti Smith is a punk like no other. Don’t miss her set today at the Riot Stage, 6:20–7:20 PM. Read more
With bands like Bikini Kill, the riot grrrl spirit is still thriving in the digital age thanks to several online communities. Read more
RiotFest.org contributor Annabel Paulsen writes about her dad's favorite band: Guided By Voices. Read more
Take a short stroll through Anthrax’s 1980s discography ahead of the band’s performance at Riot Fest 2019. Read more
The Flaming Lips will perform Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots at Riot Fest 2019. Here’s why the album is still the band’s most universal classic.
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An essay on the everlasting charm of the band’s campy, kooky form of songwriting. Read more
Our newest RiotFest.org contributor takes a look back at Frank Iero, Hot Topic, and the ups and downs of being a suburban pop-punk fan. Read more
Bloc Party‘s ‘Silent Alarm’ was a dance punk revival record that kept you off balance and on your toes. You‘ll hear the record performed front-to-back… Read more
Enema came from a purely different time in American history, but still manages to still sound fresh, timely, and alive. Read more