Who: The Blue Stones are making rock n’ roll for a new generation. Fresh off a tour with Reignwolf, the band is gearing up to rock harder than ever in 2020. What: Produced by Paul Meany (Mutemath, Twenty One Pilots), “Shakin’ Off The Rust” was made for dancing, for stomping, for grooving. Why: You can’t be in a bad mood while listening to “Shakin’ Off The Rust”. The song is bursting with personality and sing-a-long spirit, making it the perfect track to accent all your victories. FFO: idobi Radio Find The Blue Stones on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and their official… Read more »
The wait is officially over. Sydney, Australia rockers RedHook have dropped their highly-anticipated second album Mutation. It features punchy tracks such as “Dr. Frankenstein” with Holding Absence, heavy diss track “Bomb.com,” and “HEXXX” featuring Vana. In fact, the new collab “HEXXX” showcases rage-fueled femme power inspired by the iconic Ashnikko and Rico Nasty. Plus, just in time for the drop of Wicked in theaters, the song’s visuals and lyrics nod to entertainment’s biggest witches, such as those in The Craft and The Wizard Of Oz. Check out the powerful track below and order your copy of Mutation here. RedHook vocalist Emmy… Read more »
The Recording Academy just announced a long list of nominations for the forthcoming 2025 Grammy Awards. Excitingly, many rising pop artists lead the pack with Album Of The Year and Best New Artist nominations—we see you Chappell Roan and Sabrina Carpenter. Additionally, some of our favorite rock and metal artists topped the list this year. For starters, Knocked Loose and Poppy are up for Best Metal Performance for “Suffocate.” Additionally, Green Day is walking away with three nominations for Best Rock Album, Best Rock Performance (The American Dream Is Killing Me”), and Best Rock Song (“Dilemma”). Check out the full… Read more »
On October 31, Pinkshift unleashed their new heavy rock and pop-punk-infused track, “ONE NATION.” Previously, the group released “Knead” in September, their cover of Illuminati hotties’ song for Hopeless Records’ Hopelessly Devoted To You. “ONE NATION” sees the band sending a major message to those in political power who refuse to protect their people and people abroad. Underneath their lyric video, the band says, “It’s difficult to watch the suffering of Palestinians, the suffering of all those who are oppressed and disenfranchised by imperialism, alongside the repression of free speech and our right to protest in the US.” They continue,… Read more »
By now, it is common knowledge that rock music and horror movies have enjoyed a long-term symbiotic relationship. The rough edges and grizzly gore in the horror genre benefit from the visceral, emotive breakdowns that heavy music provides. The two genres share overlapping audiences who love to celebrate their union. Throughout the years, we’ve seen an array of iconic movie soundtracks that feature some of rock’s most celebrated musicians. Here are eight undeniable standout soundtracks to add to your watchlist and playlist this Halloween season. The Crow The Crow has become synonymous with gothic style, music, and culture—and for good… Read more »
Following the release of their track “Dr. Frankenstein” with Holding Absence, RedHook is back with their new heavy rock-tinged diss track, “Bomb.com.” Lead vocalist Emmy Mack shares, “Purpose-built for the pit. Nu metal and hardcore influences fuel this rampaging diss track about someone in the music industry who isn’t very nice to female-fronted bands. The lyrics also cheekily reference a Stand Atlantic diss track about the same individual.” On November 22, RedHook is releasing their 11-track LP Mutation to the world. You can pre-order yours here. Mack adds, “‘Mutation’ felt like the perfect name for this record because we wanted… Read more »
Nashville-based alt-rocker and producer Letdown. has revealed the tracklist for his upcoming debut album, Be Ok, set to be released November 15 via Big Loud Rock.
It’s a bittersweet day for Halloween lovers everywhere. Ashnikko has finally revealed the last installment of their Halloweenie song series, “Halloweenie VI: Possess Me.” Beginning back in 2018, a spooky and sexy new Ashnikko song for the season became an annual tradition. Ashnikko says, “[F]or the sixth and final installment of my Halloweenie series, I wanted to write something playful, euphoric, carnal, supernatural. in my dreamscape, it soundtracks a gathering of creatures in the darkest part of the forest, all writhing together, dancing, sweating, swapping fluids, and ectoplasm.” Check out the official “Halloweenie VI: Possess Me” visualizer below. For fans… Read more »
Halloween season is upon us! One of the most festive ways to get in the spirit is with a playlist that embodies the haunts, chills, thrills, and spooks that await us in October. Here are 15 essential spooky rock songs to get your Halloween playlist started. Misfits — “Scream!” The Misfits have been unprecedented pioneers of the horror punk genre since the 1970s with their immaculate blend of horror-themed lyrics, imagery, and wardrobe. Any of their songs can be considered vital for your Halloween playlist. This just happens to be a top track and personal favorite. AFI — “Halloween” In… Read more »
Following the release of their viral single “My Drummer’s Girlfriend” and “Straight To Heart,” ALT BLK ERA—sister duo Nyrobi and Chaya Beckett-Messam—is back with their new single and video for “Come On Outside.” The track will appear on the band’s 10-track debut album, Rave Immortal. It arrives on January 10, 2025, via Earache Records. Secure your pre-orders here. “We want ‘Come On Outside’ to be a source of comfort and strength for anyone who feels hurt, lost or alone,” Nyrobi says. “We want our listeners to feel that they have a sister in us, who is offering them the exact same warmth, love… Read more »
