There’s nothing quite like turning on your favorite comedy show or swiping through stand-up bits on Instagram Reels and coming across a joke about your favorite pop-punk band. Recently, comedian and podcaster Shane Gillis mentioned Real Friends on his show Tires—and yes, the band was flattered. We’ve collected our seven favorite comedy moments that tap into the world of pop-punk and emo with iconic bands. And that’s not all—idobi Radio wants to give you the gift of laughter with a hint of emo on the side. We’ve got the ultimate hookup for your When We Were Young weekend in Vegas.… Read more »
Austin natives Die Spitz are giving us another taste of their debut album, Something To Consume, with “Pop Punk Anthem (Sorry For The Delay).” Preceded by the launch of ferocious single “Throw Yourself To The Sword,” the LP is due out September 12 via Third Man Records. Die Spitz’s Ava Schrobilgen explains, “‘Pop Punk Anthem (Sorry For The Delay)’ somehow encapsulates elements throughout the band’s large musical swath of inspirations, which ranges from Black Sabbath, PJ Harvey, and the Pixies to Mudhoney and Nirvana, building from roiling verses to a growled chorus. ‘Pop Punk Anthem’ is a story from the… Read more »
Following the June release of his album Tha Carter VI (which features a song with mgk), Lil Wayne dropped two new singles that venture into the world of metal and pop-punk. Of course, he isn’t new to the alternative sphere, hopping onstage with Good Charlotte at When We Were Young 2023 and a crossover with blink-182. Today, July 15, the “Lollipop” artist dropped his new feature on Keyawna Nikole‘s track, “BLEED.” Nikole, a rising alt star effortlessely intertwines emo, goth, and heavy rock sonics throughout her discography, and even collabed with Sleeping With Sirens‘ Kellin Quinn on “SECRETS.” Check out… Read more »
After releasing “your name forever,” a heartfelt tribute to the late Luke “The Dingo” Trembath, mgk (formerly Machine Gun Kelly) returns with “cliché” — a sharp pivot into a much more pop-leaning sound with a rock undercurrent. The track trades the grit of his earlier pop-punk output for polished hooks over a driving beat, signaling a new sonic direction rooted more in melody than distortion. Don’t even get me STARTED on how deeply that chorus has already burrowed into my head. Ahead of its official release, “cliché” made headlines when mgk was seen driving through Hollywood with the unreleased song… Read more »
Dive into the latest episode of the Rockstar Dad Show, where your favorite pop punk duo, Jaret and Gary from Bowling For Soup, reunite with their buddy Jarrett Adlof from A Van Full Of Nuns! In this episode, they explore the vibrant world of pop punk, sharing stories, insights, and laughs that will resonate with fans of the genre. Whether you’re a long-time follower of the scene or just curious about its evolution, this episode is packed with entertaining discussions and behind-the-scenes anecdotes.
It seems like every major musical artist has found box-office success in the form of an Oscar-worthy biopic. From Timothée Chalamet starring in A Complete Unknown as Bob Dylan to Rami Malek’s portrayal of Queen‘s Freddie Mercury in Bohemian Rhapsody, there are many rock star movies you need to add to your watchlist. P.S. If you need a goofy “biopic,” then Weird: The Al Yankovic Story starring Daniel Radcliffe is the flick for you. In recent news, Green Day shared that they are currently developing a comedy movie inspired by their early days touring in a van called New Years… Read more »
March isn’t just the time to wear green and celebrate St. Patty’s Day, it’s also time to truly reflect on the accomplishments of women in your life and afar via Women’s History Month. Plus, this is your reminder to continue to support women artists, small businesses, and beyond. One way to celebrate ladies this month and every month is, of course, by buying their music and attending their shows. Sure, we here in the alternative sphere love Paramore, Spiritbox, Avril Lavigne, and the like. But it’s vital to keep an eye on who is on the rise, too! These nine… Read more »
Hosting a Christmas party is all about having the right decorations and setting the tone for some holiday cheer. Even if you don’t have a fireplace, you can still enjoy the sights and sounds of one. Punk Bunny Coffee and Green Day just launched their own 10-hour Yule log video. Simply flip on YouTube on your TV and enjoy hours upon hours of Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt, Tré Cool, and Punk Bunny enjoying nice cups of coffee. The stockings are hung by the chimney with care, the tree is lit up, and the band gets cozy in their big red chair.… Read more »
Cue the American Dad! theme song because Green Day just announced a hilarious and delicious Punk Bunny Coffee collab with the TBS adult animation show. American Dad! creator and executive producer Matt Weitzman as well as executive producer Brian Boyle shared their excitement over the unique crossover. “This collab with Punk Bunny is a total blast! We’re stoked to celebrate ‘American Dad!’ with a roast that’s as wild and irreverent as the show itself,” they said. The producers added, “Green Day’s been rocking out almost as long as we’ve been trying to wake up in the morning. And twice as… Read more »
