Ahead of her run on the idobi Radio Summer School Tour, Charlotte Sands has unleashed her latest single, “HUSH.” “I made this song for all the people like me who can’t decide if they’d rather be at the club or in a mosh pit and now we can do both,” Sands shares. “Start stretching, drink your water, and tell your friends it’s time for brat rock summer.” Listen to “HUSH” below. Ahead of the Summer School Tour in July, Sands will perform at the Let’s Go Music Festival this weekend. Summer School Tour will also make a stop at the… Read more »
Yes, friends, you read that headline right. In a recent interview with GQ, The All-American Rejects lead vocalist Tyson Ritter confirmed that he has started an OnlyFans with band support. However, it’s not raunchy photos or feet pics (as the site is most commonly associated with). The rock quartet is using this subscription-based service to directly connect with fans in ways that social media platforms and overpriced meet-and-greets cannot. After all, this is the band who is going viral for performing pop-up house shows across the country. Uniquely, the “Sandbox” performers are also charging nothing at all to be a… Read more »
June is officially here, and it’s not just the perfect time to indulge in summer treats (hello, Ben & Jerry’s) and get your music festival tans…or burns…on, it’s also time to celebrate some of your fave musician birthdays. These Gemini and Cancer babies have made some of the most iconic modern rock, pop-punk, and indie tracks, and for that they deserve the best birthdays ever. From Tonight Alive‘s Jenna McDougall to Twenty One Pilots‘ own Josh Dun, here are some birthdays to mark in your cals this month. Jenna McDougall — June 1 Jenna McDougall of Tonight Alive and Hevenshe… Read more »
If you’re frustrated with American politics, you’re not alone, and grandson is putting a soundtrack to your feelings of rage. The artist, well-known for his blunt observations and critiques of capitalism, content consumption, broken social systems, and beyond, just announced his third album. INERTIA is set for release on September 5, and features his single “BRAINROT.” The “BRAINROT” music video, starring Sophie Powers, is a dark satire touching on how the end of the world *feels like* it’s being livestreamed. His lyrics will punch you in the gut, including, “Watch the stars walk the red carpet/Watch the cops shoot the… Read more »
Ahead of his upcoming Idols double album, set to drop June 20, YUNGBLUD has unveiled “Zombie”—an open-wound ballad. Accompanied by a visually striking music video starring acclaimed British actress Florence Pugh (Midsommar, Oppenheimer, Thunderbolts*), the track marks a dramatic shift in tone from previous singles “Lovesick Lullaby” and “Hello Heaven, Hello,” both of which will also appear on the album. You can preorder and pre-save Idols here. “The song was written initially about my grandmother going through serious injury and trauma, leading her to become a different person to who she was before,” YUNGBLUD shares. “It’s about the feeling of… Read more »
Today the nerds are talking Texas, where everything is apparently bigger–except their love for THC! The state is fixing to ban all THC and we have the scoop, the skinny and some opinions! We also have some resources to tap if you’re as mad as we are! So, don’t panic! it’s organic!
House Of Protection, aka Stephen Harrison and Aric Improta, dazzled new fans with their debut EP GALORE in September 2024, and they’re finally ready to show off their sophomore EP Outrun You All. Fresh off their tour with Poppy, the veteran hardcore duo is making all their wildest sonic dreams come true as they intertwine their heavy roots with jump-inducing trip-hop sonics. There are few, if any other, alternative acts who are putting so much time and care into creating a live show that kindles a fire (no pun intended) in each of their listeners. On their seven-track Outrun You All, House… Read more »
Dave Shapiro—a well-respected music industry executive who opened doors for hundreds of alternative artists in the scene—has tragically passed away today, May 22, 2025, in a small jet plane crash in San Diego, CA. He had just turned 42 years old in January. A godfather of the scene, Shapiro was a driving force in the world of artist management, booking, and touring. As a co-founder of Sound Talent Group and owner of Velocity Records, he helped guide the careers of countless alternative artists. His vision, tireless drive, and deep respect for musicians made him a beloved professional and trusted voice… Read more »
Spanish Love Songs has revealed the acoustic version of “Pendulum” from their No Joy Sessions. The acoustic album reinvents tracks from 2023’s No Joy LP, adding new depth to the beloved songs. Lead vocalist Dylan Slocum notes, “This version of ‘Pendulum’ is a bit closer to the original song we scrapped in the studio — upbeat and driving. Speeding it up always changed how I would read or react to the lyrics. It softens them a bit, and I think it is why we ultimately slowed it down for the album. But I always loved both, so it’s nice to… Read more »
Following their massive and free hometown show in Baltimore, as well as a show at Los Angeles’ Ukrainian Cultural Center, Turnstile have revealed their new track and music video for “LOOK OUT FOR ME.” The track is set to appear on their forthcoming record, NEVER ENOUGH, due on June 6, and featuring previous singles “NEVER ENOUGH,” “SEEIN’ STARS,” and “BIRDS.” The music video is also part of the band’s 14-song visual album, set to premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival. The festival notes, “Never Enough is Turnstile’s debut visual album, and it’s a wild 50-minute ride you won’t want to… Read more »
