20K Rio is ready to take over your playlists this year and is dropping their first offering of 2025, “The Flood.” The SoCal rock duo starring Tommy Lloyd and Luke Caro blends hypnotic synths, classic rock guitar licks, and party-inducing beats to truly make any listener instantly obsessed. The sultry alternative fusion is simply irresistible. The band explains, “‘The Flood is a dark pop song that leaves the door open for slow bluesy guitar riffs and punchy drums. The song is a reflection of a love that begins as a blessing, like rain after a drought. Before it evolves into… Read more »
Hot and fresh breakout stars of the Los Angeles underground rock scene, 20K Rio has released their debut single, “tightrope” today. The duo is made up of singer/guitarist Tommy Lloyd (left) and drummer Luke Curo (right). The pair were formally the remaining members of the bubblegum pop-punk outfit, Lip Candy, a band that had started gaining some serious traction in SoCal. However, the two rockers came to a point where they needed to take things in a different direction. Having grown a dedicated fanbase across TikTok, Instagram, and the local LA scene, they are starting out in a strong place… Read more »
If you’re hitting the road to Warped Tour like we are at idobi Radio, queue up these 10 new songs—built for the open highway and perfect for turning up loud in celebration of pride and punk. Looking for even more new music? idobi Radio is the soundtrack of your summer. Download the free idobi App for new music every minute, every hour, every day. Did we mention it’s totally, 100%, always free? Nova Twins — “Anxiety” (Doechii Cover) Ahead of the release of Parasites & Butterflies, due out on August 29, Nova Twins performed a Spotify Singles Series set. Here, they offered… Read more »
After teasing their new song and also gaining millions of views on TikTok, The Paradox have officially dropped their new single, “Do Me Like That.” (Fun fact, it was first called “Subaru” before the car dealer sent a cease and desist.) Previously, the pop-punkers released thrilling singles “Imani” and “Ms. Lauren.” Forming in July 2024, the quartet has already made a major splash in the scene, appearing on the 2024 When We Were Young roster and gearing up for performances at Warped Tour, Riot Fest, and more. It’s clear that this is just the beginning for a massively talented set… Read more »
Ah, Coachella. If you’re not there, you’re probably seeing videos of Lady Gaga‘s thrilling and five-star-reviewed headlining set, as well as clips of Yo Gabba Gabba! (Yes, they were invited to play and the crowd loved it.) Of course, while the festival featured pop stars such as Charli xcx, LISA, Post Malone, and more, they also had a range of rock, hardcore, and punk acts who brought the house down. ICYMI, here are the best alternative performances from Coachella 2025. Green Day Headliner Green Day was the official headliner of Coachella’s Saturday nights, and of course, they brought the heat… Read more »
Summer may be over…but it’s officially Beach Weather season, baby! The trio—Nick Santino, Reeve Powers and Sean Silverman— just turned to a new chapter with the arrival of “New Aesthetic.” Excitingly, the track and its accompanying music video is just one offering of many to come. “New Aesthetic” is set to appear on a brand new album, slated for release in 2027, serving as a follow-up to 2024’s Melt. Beach Weather just raised the bar for modern indie-rock with this sultry new single, and we can’t wait to see what’s in store for the group. The band is gearing up… Read more »
It’s officially spooky season, baby! As you hang your Halloween decor and thrift for new seasonal finds, you can make your playlists perfect with these alternative October albums. From Green Day‘s iconic Nimrod and Bring Me The Horizon‘s debut LP Count Your Blessings to Twenty One Pilots‘ Trench and My Chemical Romance‘s beloved The Black Parade, these 40 alternative album anniversaries will give you something to celebrate all month long. We the Kings — We The Kings Released on: October 2, 2007, via S-Curve.Standout Tracks: “Check Yes Juliet” & “Skyway Avenue” Green Day — Warning Released on: October 3, 2000, via Reprise Records.Standout Tracks: “Warning” & “Minority” AFI — Silver Bleeds… Read more »
Hayley Williams just performed at Chicago’s Aragon Ballroom on April 21, and of course, she ended the show with a bang by bringing out a special guest. This time, she recruited American Football‘s Mike Kinsella for “Parachute.” Previously, Williams collaborated with several veteran musicians onstage, including Josh Scogin (The Chariot, ’68), Dallas Green (City And Colour), Jason Isbell, and beyond. Additionally, you can catch American Football on tour beginning this spring in support of the release of their fourth album, due out on May 1. The artist’s sold-out tour is continuing throughout the States this spring, then this summer, Williams will hop across the pond to perform… Read more »
Before they hang up their old Chuck Taylors one last time and ride off into the sunset, saddles ablaze with triumph and glory for their final full-length release, Heaven :x: Hell, slated to arrive via Rise Records on March 29, Sum 41 has delivered an unforgettable performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, treating us to a legendary display of pop-punk prowess. The group announced in May 2023 that, following their double-album release in 2024 and a world tour, they would bid Sum 41 farewell after nearly 30 years. While emotions run high regarding their breakup, there’s still so much to look… Read more »
It’s been just over eight months since Sum 41 announced that they would be disbanding following the release of their final double album, Heaven :x: Hell, set to arrive on March 29 via Rise Records, and their final farewell tour. As their album launch draws nearer, Sum 41 has announced their final worldwide run, Tour Of The Setting Sum. The Interrupters will join the storied pop-rockers across the North American leg of the tour, which will kick off on April 19 in Omaha, NE. The tour will run throughout 2024 before culminating in the group’s final hoorah on January 25… Read more »
