While it does boast one of the most impressive festival lineups of the year, Riot Fest isn’t just about the music — it’s also home to the most punk rock carnival around. And as we prepare ourselves for the wild ride of this year’s fest, we asked ourselves a question that few have dared to ask before: what if the artists playing this year’s Riot Fest were carnival attractions?
Natalie Imbruglia’s “Torn†is a staple 90s pop song that dominated charts worldwide when it was released in 1997. But did you know that the song is actually a cover?
Australian alt-rock band New Empire are slowly yet steadily breaking out internationally. Their résumé already includes a stint on Warped Tour and opening for bands such as Simple Plan and Neon Trees. idobi senior writer Catherine Yi caught up with guitarist Kyle Lane to discuss the new record, signing with a label, and finding success overseas.
From the early pioneers of female badassery to those carrying that torch in 2014, find out who we chose for our list of the leading ladies of alternative — and why.
It’s no question that late night drives are best accompanied by great music, but sometimes choosing the playlist to fit the mood you’re in when you’re alone with your thoughts can be difficult. This week we’ve compiled some of our favorite albums to play on those long, nighttime drives when you’re feeling especially introspective.
Although somewhat predictable, Imaginary Numbers is a highly impressive five-song effort that once again displays The Maine’s burgeoning maturity and musicianship.
British alt-rock band The 1975 have premiered a new video for their next single, “Girls,” and, well, it’s pretty hilarious – you can watch it below. It’s from their debut self-titled album, and they’re currently on a US tour in support of that album. Dates can be found here. You can read a quote from vocalist Matty Healy below as well, discussing the artistic direction the band took when crafting the video. httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QkubQCI4Fxo “When we released our last video (Sex), people really reacted to the fact that it was in colour. There was a lot of conjecture and talk surrounding… Read more »
The Los Angeles-based five-piece have put out a seven song EP that defies all expectations for a band that only formed a year ago.
Atlas Genius will be hitting the road this fall with Family of the Year, Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr., and The Colourist. Check out the dates by clicking “Read More.”
Grouplove have released a new music video for their infectious new single “Ways to Go.” The track comes from their upcoming album Spreading Rumours, due out September 17th, and you can check out the music video as well as details about that album by hitting “Read More.”
