Alt-Rock band Switchfoot came to prominence in 2003 with the release of their fourth album, THE BEAUTIFUL LETDOWN, in 2003. However, the band existed several years before then, initially forming in San Diego, California in 1996. Founded by Jon Foreman (vocals / keyboards / guitar), his brother Tim Foreman (bass / vocals), and Chad Butler (drums), Switchfoot released their debut album, THE LEGEND OF CHIN, in 1997. While they were a Christian Rock band being [...]

PLANTATION, Fla., Dec. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Alliance Entertainment Holding Corporation (Nasdaq: AENT) (“Alliance Entertainment”, “Company”), a distributor and wholesaler of the world’s largest in stock selection of music, movies, video games, electronics, arcades, toys and collectibles, today announced a momentous year for its independent music distribution arm, AMPED Distribution, a leading force in Independent Music distribution with an exceptional roster of artists and labels. In its 10th year of operation, AMPED has achieved [...]

Formed in Yorba Linda, California in 1998, Atreyu has become one of the most respected bands of the Metalcore genre. Originally called Retribution, the band was founded by vocalist Alex Varkatzas, guitarist Dan Jacobs, and several other musicians. After a line-up reshuffle, they changed their name to Atreyu after reshuffling their line-up and moving in a harder direction. The group released their debut EP, VISIONS, in 1999 to great acclaim from the Metal underground. Another [...]

Plantation, FL – December 12, 2023 – Alliance Entertainment Holding Corporation (Nasdaq: AENT) (“Alliance Entertainment”, “Company”), a distributor and wholesaler of the world’s largest in stock selection of music, movies, video games, electronics, arcades, toys and collectibles, today announced that its independent distribution arm AMPED Distribution assisted with the successful physical launch of K-Pop band ATEEZ’s latest album, "THE WORLD EP.FIN : WILL", with physical CD and Vinyl sales powering the band’s first US number-one [...]

Formed in Las Vegas, Nevada in 2006, Adelitas Way is a Hard Rock band founded by lead vocalist Rick DeJesus, drummer Trevor ‘Tre’ Stafford, and lead guitarist Creighton Taylor Bibbs.  By the time the group signed to Virgin Records, Bibbs had been replaced by Chris Iorio and they expanded the group’s line-up with the addition of rhythm guitarist Keith Wallen and bassist Derek Johnston. Their self-titled debut album was released in 2009 to positive reviews [...]