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Michael Clifford & Waterparks Release Fan Fiction-Coded “give me a break!”

If you’re not kicking your feet and grinning ear to ear by the end of Michael Clifford’s new music video for “give me a break!” featuring Waterparks, then it clearly wasn’t made for you. The 5 Seconds Of Summer guitarist leans into the chaos, charm, and outrageousness of fan fiction on the collaborative track. “I’d been really wanting to create something unique with Awsten and Waterparks,” Clifford shares. “Awsten became my person that I would vent to about different things in life and I think that that’s the kind of the energy that this song has. It’s very authentic to… Read more »

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Michael Clifford (5 Seconds Of Summer) Drops Solo Single “cool”

5 Seconds Of Summer guitarist Michael Clifford has launched his brand new solo single, “cool.” Following the announcement of his signing to Hopeless Records last week, the Australian artist described the track as “my first song ever” in an Instagram post. Arriving today alongside a vibrant, accompanying music video, “cool” is a dialed-up pop-rock anthem that leans into his signature guitar work, magnetic charm, and effortlessly bright vocals. Despite questioning “am i cool enough?” across the chorus, the track bursts with self-assured energy, showcasing a new era of solo artistry from the 5 Seconds Of Summer guitarist. Check out the… Read more »

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15 January Alternative Musician Birthdays To Celebrate

Happy New Year and happy birthday to some of rock, metal, and indie’s brightest and most legendary figures. As we ring in 2026, we can also pop some Champagne and toast to these Capricorn and Aquarius babies, who have made some of the most iconic tracks in alternative music history. From the incredible and beloved Poppy, to the iconic Rage Against The Machine frontman Zack de la Rocha, all the way to Foo Fighters and Nirvana artist Dave Grohl, here are some January musician birthdays to mark in your cals this month. Stream Your Favorite Artists on idobi Radio From Waterparks and 5 Seconds Of Summer… Read more »

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16 Alternative Musician Birthdays To Celebrate This November

Spooky season has sadly passed, but the fall vibes are still flowing. Now that we’re in the season of gratitude, we’re thankful for these Scorpio and Sagittarius babies who have made some of the most iconic emo, pop-punk, and indie tracks, and for that, they deserve the best b-days ever. From the always dazzling Laura Jane Grace, to the iconic blink-182 drummer Travis Barker, all the way to AFI‘s Davey Havok and Jade Puget, here are some November musician birthdays to mark in your cals this month. Tim McIlrath — November 3 Rise Against frontman Tim McIlrath is celebrating his 47th birthday and can hopefully… Read more »

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5 Seconds Of Summer Irritate Metal Heads On New Song

Following the release of their new single “NOT OK,” 5 Seconds Of Summer is back with their new song “Boyband.” The synth-laden new track aims to reclaim the word. They describe, “We’ve always been called a boyband and this song is about us owning that narrative and taking the power back.” The track is set to appear on the forthcoming Everyone’s A Star!, due for release on November 14. Pre-order your copy here. This marks the group’s first LP release since 2022’s 5SOS. In the previous years, band members Luke Hemmings, Calum Hood, Ashtown Irwin, and Michael Clifford have all explored music with solo endeavors. Now, they’re ready to… Read more »

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5 Seconds Of Summer’s “NOT OK” Music Video Has Us Starry-Eyed

Following the release of their new single “NOT OK,” 5 Seconds Of Summer is back with the pithy and energetic single’s music video. Featuring fiery city scenes, basement show vibes, and even Luke Hemmings dressed as a nun, this video really has the “sauce”…literally. The track is set to appear on the forthcoming Everyone’s A Star!, due for release on November 14. Pre-order your copy here. This marks the group’s first LP release since 2022’s 5SOS. In the previous years, band members Hemmings, Calum Hood, Ashtown Irwin, and Michael Clifford have all explored music with solo endeavors. Now, they’re ready to share 12 new songs together. … Read more »

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5 Seconds Of Summer Drops High-Energy “NOT OK” & Announces New LP

It might be autumn, but it feels like summer just started. Specifically, 5 Seconds Of Summer is making their major return as an ensemble. After teasing a return, the band has officially dropped “NOT OK” from their forthcoming sixth album, Everyone’s A Star!. This marks the group’s first LP release since 2022’s 5SOS. In the previous years, band members Luke Hemmings, Calum Hood, Ashtown Irwin, and Michael Clifford have all explored music with solo endeavors. Now, they’re ready to share 12 new songs together. Everyone’s A Star! is set for release on November 14. Pre-order your copy here. Check out… Read more »

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6 Artists Covering “I Miss You” by blink-182

blink-182’s iconic “I Miss You” has been covered endlessly—by everyone from 5 Seconds of Summer to mgk (long before his Travis Barker connection turned him into one of pop-punk’s biggest names). Since reuniting in 2023, the trio have headlined When We Were Young and will return in 2025—this time alongside a reunited Panic! At The Disco. Where are you? Hopefully, at When We Were Young 202,5 screaming with blink-182. Enter to win FREE tickets to the sold-out Saturday show from idobi Radio. Just download the always-free idobi app to enter—and score bonus entries by posting your best Tom DeLonge “where… Read more »

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Waterparks Unleash Debut BMG Single “Red Guitar”

WE ARE SO BACK, BABY! We’ve heard a lot from Awsten Knight this year—between collaborations alongside 5 Seconds Of Summer guitarist Michael Clifford as well as Sorry My Love—he’s been booked and busy. But now we’re FINALLY hearing from Waterparks themselves. Marking their first official release of 2025 and the first real taste of new material since 2023’s Intellectual Property, the trio has dropped their latest sonic serotonin shot: “Red Guitar.” And while Knight insists we hear red, all signs point to yellow. On June 20, the band announced they’d be crashing the Reading & Leeds lineup on August 22,… Read more »

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Calum Hood (5 Seconds Of Summer) Announces Solo Music

It seems that the artists in 5 Seconds Of Summer are officially entering their solo eras. On April 8, 5SOS bassist and vocalist Calum Hood announced that he is almost ready to share his debut solo single, “Don’t Forget You Love Me.” Both the track and its accompanying music video will be available on April 10 at 7 AM PT. You can pre-save the track here. The single cover art shared on social media shows Hood dunking his head into water. Additionally, he dropped a cryptic 12 minute video on YouTube called “DFYLM_TEST_041025” that shows an aquarium of water in… Read more »