It’s Friday, Friday, gotta get down on Friday! Since it’s Friday, Fresh 5 Friday is back with the latest and greatest in alternative, metal, and indie. This week, we’ve got new releases from Architects’ menacing new punisher to As It Is’ reimagined hit featuring Lucas Woodland of Holding Absence. Tune in to idobi Radio to catch these must-hear tracks and more. Plus, you can download the FREE idobi App to discover new music every.single.day. Memphis May Fire (ft. Blindside) — “Overdose” For those who just can’t say no. Memphis May Fire‘s latest single, “Overdose,” from their forthcoming album Shapeshifter (out… Read more »
After teasing the arrival of their new single, UK stalwarts Architects have unleashed their latest offering, “Blackhole.” Marking their first release of 2025 and their fourth single from their forthcoming full-length album, The Sky, The Earth & All Between, the new single arrives with an ominous and strikingly catastrophic accompanying music video. Frontman Sam Carter shares in a press release, “So excited to have ‘Blackhole’ out, it’s one of my favourite songs from the album. The video is equally as intense as the song. We filmed the video at such a wild location and we really are at the top… Read more »
Architects have returned with their first new release in months, dropping the blistering single “Whiplash” alongside a gorgeously shot music video. The track, produced by former Bring Me The Horizon drummer Jordan Fish, showcases the UK band at their finest. “Whiplash” marks the third single from their highly anticipated upcoming album, The Sky, The Earth & All Between. Set for release on February 28, 2025, via Epitaph Records, the 12-track album will include previously released hits “Curse,” “Seeing Red,” and the latest addition, “Whiplash.” Vocalist Sam Carter shares, “We’re so happy to be back and to be releasing a song… Read more »
This past weekend, Louder Than Life delivered plenty of surprises for fans, both exciting and unfortunate. The three-day event ended on an incredibly high note when Spiritbox teamed up with Poppy for a special live performance of the Canadian metal group’s latest single, “Soft Spine,” during the festival’s final day. Additionally, Spiritbox was joined by Sam Carter of Architects during the band’s performance of “Yellowjacket” and Tatiana Shmayluk of Jinjer for “Circle With Me.” Check out the Spiritbox’s full Louder Than Life setlist below. Spiritbox Louder Than Life Setlist: Spiritbox is currently on tour through the end of October before… Read more »
Marking their first new music since 2022’s the classic symptoms of a broken spirit, UK behemoths Architects have issued their pummeling new track, “Seeing Red,” with an accompanying music video. The group’s latest release, arriving via Epitaph Records, ignites with colossal guitar riffs, thunderous drums, and vocalist Sam Carter’s commanding delivery. While already boasting an infectious catchiness from the outset, “Seeing Red” transforms into an anthem powerhouse, propelled by an authoritative choir chorus. Read more: Dayseeker Announces Spring 2024 Tour With Polaris “We’re so happy to release ‘Seeing Red’ and to announce our US tour,” Carter shares. “This marks another… Read more »
Architects are absolutely unstoppable right now, and this footage of them playing “Animals” at Alexandra Palace goes a long way to cementing that.
idobi photographer Lindsey Blane covered the Architects show in Vancouver, BC at the Vogue Theatre.
idobi photographer Penelope Martinez covered the Architects show in Chicago at Bottom Lounge.
Architects have cemented their place as one of Europe’s most exciting heavy bands, and their show at Lyon, France’s Marché Gare was no exception.
letlive. and Architects have announced a co-headlining tour. The twenty-four date US trek is set to take place in late spring.
