For the elder emos with kids, Sparrow Sleeps has delivered a new lullaby album to not only rock your little ones to sleep but to let you do so, too. They have released a collaboration with Canadian pop-punkers Simple Plan to rework their 2004 album Still Not Getting Any… to Still Not Getting Any Sleep… The album includes beloved singles “Shut Up!” and “Welcome To My Life,” which make for a great intro to any baby who’s new to the world. The band posted on their Instagram about the release and said, “We still remember how special it was to… Read more »
Say Anything are back together and have released a brand new track, “Psyche!” Today. They are a band that have always done things differently than everyone else. They stuck out like a sore thumb in the scene since their inception in a beautifully unique and transparently broken way. Max Bemis is a genius to say the least and you won’t find another project quite like his. Hell, their first full-length album, …Is A Real Boy, was intended to be a performative musical that transformed into a two-part melodic odyssey. With spoken word interludes, triumphant and drastic sonic changes within each… Read more »
Radio Uprising showcases the greatest bands and artists that tomorrow has to offer, including: Gergo, Gold Steps, Big Smile, and Stand Still
by Sasha 8123 means everything to me! So, after two years of *no* live music, very little social interaction, and a whole lot of bingeing all the shows ever created; idobi gave me the moment I’ve been waiting for! An opportunity to go cover 8123 Fest in Phoenix! Ok, so let me just tell you, I basically cried with happiness! There I was, telling all my friends and family how much I needed this. I had to feel music vibrating beneath my feet, to hear everyone sing their favorite songs together—I needed a festival in my life. I was going… Read more »
Jax Anderson aka Flint Eastwood creates “pop music that never sleeps,” and she’s excited to bring it to a bunch of small venues for the next month.
Sleepy Kitty are an indie rock duo based out of St. Louis that are constantly putting a spin on music in new creative ways. idobi writer Alexa Gallo had the chance to sit down with the band during CMJ to discuss the festival, the band’s upcoming album Projection Room, and what it’s like to have your music synced to a laser light show.
February is when things start getting real, and you’re no longer shaking off the exhaustion of the holiday season. From heavy, chest-rattling new songs to melodic gut punches and indie tracks that linger, these are the best new alternative, metal, rock, and indie songs worth your time right now. Want more new music like this? Download the free idobi App and tune into idobi Radio, Howl, and anthm. Differences — “Void” Brace for impact because Differences are about to become your favorite new metal/metalcore band! Comprised of Sean-Anthony Todd (vocals), Gene Ramirez (guitar), Levi Henderson (electric bass guitar), and Nicholas Brandon Miller (drums), the… Read more »
Sparks The Rescue is officially going on tour this May with help from Wheatus, Signal The Escape, and The Sophomore Beat on select dates. The six-piece Portland, Maine, emo act may be most beloved for their tracks “Autumn” and “We Love Like Vampires” from Eyes To The Sun, as well as Worst Thing I’ve Been Cursed With, but they’re entering a new chapter with new tracks to pair. Fresh off the releases of 2025 singles “Chase The Dawn” and “Ice Storm of ‘98,” Sparks The Rescue is ready to add a refresh to your alternative playlist. Ahead of their recently-revealed spring tour dates, idobi… Read more »
This past year was full of magical musical moments, including a collab between Evanescence, Poppy, and Spiritbox and the reunion of Panic! At The Disco. 2025 also had one of the most packed album release calendars with some truly divine offerings. From Turnstile’s Never Enough and Hayley Williams’ Ego Death At A Bachelorette Party to Heart Attack Man’s Joyride The Pale Horse and L.S. Dunes’ Violet, these 2025 album releases were nothing short of extraordinary and deserve many listens throughout the year ahead. Stream Your Favorite Artists on idobi Radio From Waterparks and 5 Seconds Of Summer to The Paradox,… Read more »
Believe it or not, August is already here. Even though Halloween candy and decorations are hitting store shelves, the summer vibes abound in these recent alternative, indie, and metal releases. From Teenage Joans’ blink-182 meets Kesha-inspired new release, to Fox Lake’s “Real Fast,” a fiery hardcore x nu-metal offering, you’ll find the right track to set the mood this weekend. 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? Bones Shredder — “Sky… Read more »
