Laura Jane Grace In The Trauma Tropes is gearing up to release her new album Adventure Club tomorrow, July 18, via Polyvinyl Record Co. Ahead of the full LP drop, the punk veteran just released “New Years Day,” preceded by “Wearing Black,” “Active Trauma,” “Mine Me Mine” and “Your God (God’s D*ck).” The sonically bright track features harmonies from Paris Campbell Grace as Jane Grace navigates sobriety singing, “The future’s coming into view/Won’t give the past what I’ve got left/In one years time on this same day/I swear to god I will be changed.” Check out “New Years Day” below and head… Read more »
Following the release of their singles “Hurts Like Hell” in 2022, as well as “Vampyre” and “Secrets” in 2023, and the recent drop of “I Still Believe” at the top of 2024, New Years Day is back with a tantalizing glimpse into their forthcoming fifth studio album, Half Black Heart. Today, the group has unleashed the titular track, a powerful soundscape enriched by an infusion of guitar and drum-heavy industrial instrumentation. Frontwoman Ash Costello‘s unmistakable talent ignites the new song ablaze, delivering a scorching performance that grips listeners as she utters the opening lines, “Who died and made you king?/Who… Read more »
New Years Day is beginning their 2024 by sharing their brand-new single, “I Still Believe,” from their upcoming album Half Black Heart. The record is due out March 1 and is currently available for pre-order. Plus, the heavy rockers previously released hard-hitting singles “Secrets,” “Vampyre” and “Hurts Like Hell.” “I Still Believe” is marked by urgent, pulsing instrumentals, soaring vocal runs, and a glowing determination throughout its lyrics. Check out the new song below. Vocalist Ash Costello says, “The first song we wrote for our new album was actually ‘I Still Believe.’ It was during the summer of 2020, amidst… Read more »
After the gripping release of their fierce single “Vampyre” earlier this year, it’s no secret that New Years Day is priming themselves for an explosive 2024. The dynamic five-piece, fronted by the commanding Ash Costello, continues their momentum by unveiling their latest single, “Secrets.” Accompanying this exciting news is the announcement of their highly anticipated fifth album, Half Black Heart, slated for release on March 1, 2024. Of the group’s forthcoming release, Costello shares, “One of the reasons why Half Black Heart is so special is because we were able to reunite with our original lineup.” “Secrets” emerges as a… Read more »
This week Sean ranks his top 5 horror movies of 2023 & Ash Costello of New Years Day ranks her top 5 horror movies of all time! Plus the Previews Section returns with a non-spoiler review of Invincible Season 2 Part 1! Catch Metalcore Nerds live Mondays @ 7pmEST on idobi Howl! Follow @MetalcoreNerds on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & Tiktok! Follow the Metalcore Nerds Playlist here Support Metalcore Nerds by buying Merch here
New Years Day is getting into the Halloween spirit with their merciless new single, “Vampyre.” The heavy and spookily-themed song is a hard-hitting follow-up to the band’s 2022 single, “Hurts Like Hell.” Juxtaposing drop-tuned guitar breakdowns with frontwoman Ash Costello’s soaring vocal delivery, the track tells an empowering story about escaping a relationship with a narcissist. It’s a reminder that no matter how scary it can be, nobody can take away a woman’s power and strength to move forward beyond the pain and trauma. Read more: 9 Alternative Artists To Get You Into The Halloween Spirit Costello explains the symbolism… Read more »
This week on the Rock The Walls, Patrick Walford speaks with Dave “Brownsound” Baksh, Guitarist of Sum 41 and Ash Costello, vocalist of New Years Day!
The Halloween switch is officially turned ON! As you fill up your candy bowl with Snickers and Hershey bars for trick or treaters…or yourself…you can get into the holiday mood by spinning these tracks in between your scary movie marathons. From bodyimage and Love Ghost (perfect seasonal band name) to Common People and more, these new alternative, rock, indie, and metal songs are perfect for your October playlist. bodyimage — “Leeches” bodyimage is turning up the heat on alternative-electronic music with the arrival of “Leeches.” Bewitching and deliciously dark, this song serves up a big plate of existentialism as it… Read more »
Out with the summer, and in with the fall! Not only is it back-to-school season…it’s also basically Halloween, and we are ready for all things creepy and spooky. If you need the right playlist for your autumn kick-off, idobi Radio has the best new metal, indie, pop-punk, and rock finds that just dropped in September. From Fraternal Twin to Live Well, and beyond, these new songs will be your favorite new listens this month. Fraternal Twin — “Halo Fell Forever” Time to get existential with Fraternal Twin! The haunting indie-rock quartet is beginning the fall season with the perfect title track… Read more »
Taylor Acorn is beginning to reveal another chapter to her album Poster Child, with the deluxe single “Growing Pains” out today. The official deluxe album arrives October 30 via Fearless Records, and “Growing Pains” serves as the first preview of the release. Talor Acorn explores an introspective and melancholy take on never feeling like you fit in, even as you age out of the issues of adolescence. Speaking on the new song, Taylor Acorn shared, “Growing Pains is a favorite of mine. I think it’s such a universal feeling to want to grow up and grow out of the feelings… Read more »
