Rock Sound brings back ‘Punk Goes Pop’ – TheMusic.com.au
British magazine Rock Sound has decided to bring back the popular Punk Goes Pop collection with a new twist, this time called Pop Sound. The magazine recently announced the release of “Rock Sound Presents: Pop Sound, Vol.1” on their social media platforms, with a special edition magazine and album set to go on sale. The teaser shared by Rock Sound revealed that the album will feature covers of songs by well-known artists such as Billie Eilish, Sabrina Carpenter, Olivia Dean, KPop Demon Hunters, Kesha, and Justin Timberlake.
While the bands involved in the project have not been officially announced, fans have already begun speculating about potential participants in the album. Names like Pierce the Veil, DeathbyRomy, and South Arcade have been circulating in the comments section of Rock Sound’s social media posts. This air of mystery surrounding the artists involved has only added to the excitement and anticipation for the release of Pop Sound.
From 2000 to 2019, Fearless Records released a total of 19 albums as part of the Punk Goes… compilation series. These albums covered a wide range of genres and themes, including Punk Goes Metal, Punk Goes Crunk, and Punk Goes Christmas, as well as decade-specific collections like Punk Goes 80’s and 90’s. The series garnered a dedicated following of Millennial music fans who appreciated the unique takes on popular songs by their favorite bands.
Some iconic covers from the Punk Goes… series included The Amity Affliction’s rendition of The Weeknd, August Burns Red’s cover of Miley Cyrus, and Mayday Parade and Pierce The Veil’s collaboration on Somebody That I Used to Know. Each cover brought a fresh and unexpected twist to the original songs, delighting fans and showcasing the creativity of the artists involved. With the revival of the series in the form of Pop Sound, it’s clear that Rock Sound is looking to tap into this nostalgia and excitement once again.
The anticipation for Pop Sound is palpable among fans, who are eagerly awaiting the release of the album to discover which bands and artists will be featured. The success of the Punk Goes… series in the past indicates that there is a strong demand for these unique covers and reinterpretations of popular songs. As the countdown to the release of Pop Sound continues, fans can’t help but speculate on what surprises and delights the album will bring. Stay tuned for more updates and announcements from Rock Sound as they prepare to release Pop Sound to the world.