Indie-rock lovers have been patiently waiting for half•alive‘s third studio album, Persona, to drop, and the day has officially arrived. In addition to releasing their glowing 11-track record, the band has also revealed a massive tour as well as a new music video for “All My Love (Imperative).” Filmed entirely on Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses, the “All My Love (Imperative)” music video explores the “consistent state of busyness is normal in a city like Los Angeles. We don’t know how to rest. We don’t know how to differentiate what we do from who we are,” lead vocalist Josh Taylor says.… Read more »
Following the release of their energetic track “Automatic,” half•alive is back with their dazzling, euphoria-inducing track “Songs,” which features Jordana. The track offers a new taste of their forthcoming album Persona, due out on November 15 via Virgin Music Group. “There’s a certain magic in the room that gets shared by everyone when you’re at a concert,” says lead vocalist Josh Taylor. “‘Songs’ is our attempt to put that feeling in a bottle. Whether you’re singing along with the band or just listening, it all creates harmony. Lyrics like, ‘Let it be infinite while it lasts,’ let us see the… Read more »
Indie-rock trio half•alive shared a new track from their dazzling new Persona era. Today, the group revealed the high-energy, chaotic track “Automatic” featuring a music video full of furry friends. In fact, these monster mascots have names: Sonny and Cher. And they’re inspired by the world of @blatant.space. Lead vocalist Josh Taylor shares, “We had a lot of expressive songs on the record, but nothing angry. An angry song is a bit challenging for us, actually. We can write songs you can dance or nod your head to all day, but a song where you can thrash around or run fast to… Read more »
Indie-rock trio half•alive is entering their dazzling new era. Today, the genre mainstays announced their forthcoming third studio album, Persona. The LP is due out on November 15 via Virgin Music Group. In celebration of the announcement, the band also revealed their lead single, “Sophie’s House.” The band eloquently grooves with nostalgic bass beats and euphoric choruses, and also, of course, showcases their love for all things dance. Their new offering is proof that half•alive is here to stay and carved out their own indie niche. Vocalist Josh Taylor says, “When starting the writing process for this album, we intentionally… Read more »
The Inbox Jukebox brings you fresh new tunes and bands. This week features tracks from Jonah Kagen, poptropicaslutz! x Magnolia Park, half•alive, plxntkid, and We’re Wolves.
John O’Callaghan, the wordsmith and lead vocalist behind The Maine and John The Ghost just announced a forthcoming new book, The Highly Unqualified Hand-Guide To Keeping Plants Alive. “I started compiling all of these ideas, poems, and half-bad bits of advice after my daughter was born. Little reminders to her that I am just as confused as she’ll ever be,” O’Callaghan shares in an Instagram Reel. “The text kept evolving but the sentiment remained, and now that my son is here, I felt compelled to share it with y’all so it can exist in the ether for them and for… Read more »
Better Lovers‘ discography just got a little bit longer with the addition of the new single “Two Alive Amongst The Dead,” which is a fitting birthday gift for guitarist Jordan Buckley. “Two Alive Amongst The Dead” sees lead singer Greg Puciato (ex-Dillinger Escape Plan) urgently screaming, “Shame they’ll never feel/Any inkling of remorse/Fixate envious/I would try to help them but I know better/They’re not my cause.” Juxtaposed with mind-bending, catchy riffs, the single leaves listeners and metalcore lovers hungry for more. Check out the new single below. Luckily, new music will certainly be on its way. In an Instagram caption,… Read more »
Marking their first new music since August 2022’s self-titled EP, Have Mercy has unveiled their soul-stirring new single, “Alive.” This captivating track is a sneak peek of what’s to come on their upcoming album, NUMB, which is scheduled to arrive via the group’s new label, Rude Records, on December 8. Embarking on a journey back to their roots, “Alive” is an examination of feeling ensnared in a toxic relationship with nowhere to turn or escape to. The song unfurls in an array of meticulously constructed drum fills and guitar work, creating a powerful backdrop for vocalist Brian Swindle’s gut-wrenching opening… Read more »
Just ahead of the release of their seventh studio album Hard Reset, The Word Alive frontman Telle Smith stopped by the idobi Studios in North Hollywood and told me why the latest era of the band truly is a… hard reset. From a recent lineup change to signing with Thriller Records—a new label created by Fearless Records founder Bob Becker—Hard Reset is inspired by self-reflection in a shut down world, a fresh start within the band’s camp, and a new perspective for Smith following a healthy break-up. The Word Alive have taken their years of experience within the… Read more »
idobi writer Catherine Yi caught up with Tonight Alive towards the end of their very first US headliner to discuss their devoted fanbase, touring so far from home, the darker tones on the new album, and more.
