Jordan and Demi

Ask any major pop-punk artist about their influences, and they’re likely to mention Descendents. From blink-182 to Green Day, generations of bands have benefited from their pioneering melodic hardcore.

Led by frontman Milo Auckerman, Descendents grew out of the Southern California punk scene that produced Germs, X, and The Go-Gos. Their debut album Milo Goes to College is a cornerstone of American punk, and subsequent releases laid ...

For more than 20 years, Chevelle has been one of the biggest bands in hard rock. Starting with their breakthrough album Wonder What’s Next, the Chicago trio has produced hits like “The Red,” “Send the Pain Below,” and “Face to the Floor.” 

The band’s 10th studio album, Bright as Blasphemy, arrived August 15. The lead single "Rabbit Hole (Cowards, Pt. 1)" has already become a fan favorite.

In this episode of Jordan and Demi,...

Over the past several years, Corbyn Besson has created a fanbase as a member of the boy band Why Don’t We. Now, he’s developing his own sound as a solo artist.

His throwback 2000s style stands out against a crowded field of male pop singers. He’s closer to Justin Timberlake than Alex Warren or Benson Boone. Recent singles “Love Me Better” and “Tied Up” have led to his biggest collab yet with R&B star Jeremih. Released on August ...

Fitz and The Tantrums released their sixth studio album Man on The Moon last week. Anchored by the lead single “Ruin the Night,” the album is full of alt pop anthems with booming Motown-inspired drums.

Over the years, hits like “Out of My League,” “I Just Wanna Shine” and “HandClap” have become part of pop culture. Even if you don’t follow the band, you’ve heard them in a TV show, movie, or commercial.

What makes the run more impress...

For the last decade, Frankie Cosmos has been one of New York’s most beloved bands. The music industry has shifted dramatically during that time, but Greta Kline hasn’t changed her approach to recording. She still creates intimate songs with a handful of friends and bandmates. 

This commitment shines on the band’s latest album Different Talking, a collection of 17 songs out on Sub Pop Records. That doesn’t mean every song is quiet. “...

2025 is a big year for 311 frontman Nick Hexum. The band is celebrating the 30th anniversary of their classic self-titled LP, and they’re still recording new songs. Their fourteenth studio album Full Bloom dropped last October.

Outside of 311, Hexum has been recording acoustic-based music. He’s released unplugged covers of Billie Eilish’s “Ocean Eyes” and “St. Judy’s Comet” (a tribute to his three daughters) by Paul Simon. This summ...

Since his breakthrough single “Stand By Me,” Prince Royce has risen to become one of the biggest stars in Latin music. He has more than 17 million monthly listeners on Spotify with hits like “Corazón Sin Cara” and “La Carretera.” He’s also collaborated with icons like Bad Bunny, Daddy Yankee, Jennifer Lopez, Mark Anthony, and J. Balvin. 

On Prince Royce’s latest album, Eterno, the New York City native reinterprets classic pop songs ...

The B-52’s are one of the most beloved bands in American pop music. From their early days in Athens, Ga., to their triumphant comeback with Cosmic Thing, they’ve experienced every high and low in the music industry. The new box set The Warner and Reprise Years celebrates the band’s career with nine limited edition LPs.

At the core is the trio of vocalists: Fred Schneider, Kate Pierson, and Cindy Wilson. They’ve remained cl...

For more than 30 years, Barenaked Ladies have been fixtures of pop culture.

After becoming the biggest band in Canada, they conquered the American charts with their fourth album Stunt. The LP included the no. 1 hit “One Week,” which made them famous around the world. Other hit singles like “It’s All Been Done” and “Pinch Me” followed. And of course, there’s the theme song to The Big Bang Theory.

These days, the band is as active as e...

After more than a decade, Counting Crows are back with a new album. Butter Miracle, The Complete Sweets! is their first LP since 2014’s Somewhere Under Wonderland. Across nine tracks, Adam Duritz and the band explore new territory with louder guitars and even a few horns. One thing that hasn’t changed is Duritz’s commitment to intimate storytelling and memorable characters.

Known for iconic hits like “Mr. Jones,” “A Long December,” ...

June 27, 2025 will be a date Jenna Davis will remember forever. On that day, the singer and actress will release her debut album as M3GAN 2.0 opens in theaters.

At 20 years old, Davis has already become part of pop culture. She’s been a Disney Kid on Raven’s Home, a meme, the voice of a killer doll, and now, a country artist. Despite the early success, she remains a down-to-earth Texas girl who appreciates being in the moment. 

It ma...

OK Go’s innovative music videos and catchy power pop have made them into one of America’s most beloved bands. From the backyard dancing of “A Million Ways,” to the legendary treadmill choreography of “Here It Goes Again,” they’ve spent the last two decades as fixtures of pop culture.

The band recently dropped their fifth studio album, And the Adjecent Possible, as well as a trippy music video for the single “Love.” On Apri...

Maybe you know Kyle Gordon from his ’90s Eurodance character DJ Crazy Times, or from his more recent videos lampooning Nu Metal and UK Hip-Hop. If you’re on social media, you’ve seen his face.

The comedian and musician developed his characters over several years in New York. Raised in the suburbs north of the City, he absorbed 2000s pop culture for what it was: hopeful, ridiculous, and a bit naive.

Jordan talks to Gordon about his ne...

Since his 1984 debut album Valotte, Julian Lennon has maintained his own vision. Sure, he’s the son of John Lennon, but he’s a multidisciplinary artist who’s never pandered to Beatles fans.

Lennon recently released his first book of photography, Life’s Fragile Moments, and he’s been making new music. His latest single is a collaboration with longtime friend Gregory Darling. “A New Dream,” reworks a project that’s sat unreleased sinc...

After 20 years as a band, The Lumineers have become a fixture of pop culture. Their 2012 breakout hit "Ho Hey" is a millennial anthem that's been imitated and used in countless shows and commercials.

Wesley Schultz and Jeremiah Fraites recently returned with their fifth studio album 'Automatic.' Across 11 songs, the band gives fans familiar sounds while exploring new musical territory.

Jordan and Demi talk to...

More than 20 years into their career, Shinedown show no sign of fading into a nostalgia act.

Last month, the band released a pair of singles "Three Six Five" and "Dance, Kid, Dance." They'll hit the road this April for an arena tour with Bush, Beartooth, and Morgan Wade.

Jordan and Demi welcome leader singer Brent Smith back to the show for a conversation on new music, the state of the Gra...

Sorry Millenials, but Ryan Cabrera’s “On The Way Down” is two decades old. To celebrate the iconic Y2K hit, Cabrera teamed up with other 2000s stars for a reimagined version.

NSYNC’s Joey Fatone, A.J. McLean from the Backstreet Boys, Taylor Hanson, and Drake Bell are joined by WALK THE MOON and Nash Overstreet on the track.

Watch Jordan Edwards and Demi Ramos talk to Cabrera about his signature hit, being a new dad, and his...

When K.Flay lost the hearing in her right ear in 2022, she could have kept the news private. Instead, she built an entire album around the experience.

Released in the spring of 2023, MONO addressed her new reality head on. The opening track “Are You Serious?” details her frustration with the situation.

In November, K.Flay dropped I’m Making Friends with the Silence, an EP with softer reworked songs from MONO. She’s now preparing for ...