Apologies to all who were excited to see New Jersey hardcore quintet Gel open for Spiritbox on their upcoming tour. On March 19, Gel took to Instagram to share that they are officially disbanding due to their former guitar player Anthony Webster’s “heinous acts.” Per social media, some of these acts included stealing tens of thousands of dollars, posting nude images of band members on Reddit, and driving erratically. Read more: The Linda Lindas Launch “Don’t Think” Video Ahead Of Spring Tour Many hardcore bands and fans shared reactions to the news. Drug Church posted, “VIVA GEL.” Additionally, From Indian… Read more »
Chase Petra is gearing up to release their new album Lullabies For Dogs, which is due out on March 7 via Wax Bodega. Today, the group shared a sliver of what’s to come with “A Bug’s Life,” which is preceded by the single “Centrifugal Force.” The quirky, twangy track is delightful and perfectly full of rage. Chase Petra’s upcoming sophomore full-length isn’t just a want, it’s a true necessity for some musical catharsis. The band notes, “‘A Bug’s Life’ is about not being the bigger person. It is about the moments in which violence could be the answer. It’s about… Read more »
With 2025 on the horizon, music fans everywhere are gearing up for a barrage of NEW MUSIC! The coming year already promises a tidal wave of standout releases—from Grammy-nominated Spiritbox pushing the boundaries of modern metal to post-hardcore titans Silverstein proving why they remain at the top of their game. Whether you’re a devotee of ferocious breakdowns or soulful anthems, 2025 is set to deliver something for every set of ears. Here are our most anticipated albums and EPs of 2025. Make sure you download the FREE idobi Radio app to hear these new releases and more. January 3 —… Read more »
Waterparks graced fans with two demos, “CALL ME BEEP ME” and “TALKING TO MYSELF.” The drop follows the cancellation of INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY 2: LOST IN THE PROPERTY and the releases of “Guilt” and later “GH2024.” On Friday, August 2, the group took to Instagram to announce the cancellation of what would have been their sixth full-length album. “I no longer feel good about INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY 2: LOST IN THE PROPERTY and will be canceling the release,” the statement reads. “The sheer amount of unprecedented mishaps, bureaucratic red tape, and bizarre things that have gone wrong truly has me believing the… Read more »
Presented by Run For Cover Records and The Bowery, Something In The Way Fest is set to relaunch at the beginning of 2025 with an outstanding lineup infused with emo and alternative artists. Headlined by slowdive, Balance And Composure, Soccer Mommy, and American Football, the festival will take place in Boston, MA, on February 1 and 2, 2025, at Roadrunner. Marking its return since its inaugural year in 2016, the festival will feature two stages and promises “No Overlapping Sets,” (!!!) ensuring fans can experience every performance without missing a moment. Sharing in the excitement of the festival’s return, slowdive… Read more »
After being shelved by Warner Bros. in 2019, the chances of a Beetlejuice sequel were meek. Then, in 2022, the Juice received a hell-mary when Brad Pitt’s Plan B Entertainment revived those hopes by partnering with Warner Bros. to produce it. Today, the world waits anxiously for the Beetlejuice Beetlejuice theatrical release. Here’s what fans and critics have to say so far. The 81st Venice Film Festival kicked off last Wednesday, August 28, with the premiere of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. The Sequel, which received a 4-minute 35-second standing ovation, set the bar high for this for its worldwide release. Director Tim… Read more »
Though currently on tour with Green Day, The Linda Lindas still found time to release a new single. Teaming up with “Weird Al” Yankovic, the group recently dropped “Yo Me Estreso.” The track is the latest single from their upcoming LP No Obligation. With “Weird Al” serving up the accordion backtrack, the group took influence from other Mexican styles of music and added their twist to the genres. “‘Yo Me Estreso’ is a song about always being stressed,” Bela Salazar says. “Always being anxious and thinking that people are mad at you when they really aren’t. It was inspired by… Read more »
Following up her summer release of “Close To The Sun,” Anna Shoemaker is back with her new shimmering single, “Fields.” “At the beginning of the year. everyone makes their resolutions, personally, I wanted to drink less, be less anxious, be less annoying, stay on track with my goals, you know, all the normal things,” Shoemaker says. “‘Fields’ was written that first week of January. It’s about leaving the things that don’t serve you behind so you can move into the future.” Her intentions are readily reflected in the first few lines of the track. She sings, “It’s a new thing… Read more »
Nothing, and I mean nothing, soothes my anxiety more than a night drive. Windows down sailing along back roads with only the stars above for company. It’s peaceful. Soothing. And to top it all off, a perfectly crafted playlist. Curated over years and years for drives just like this, birthed from panic attacks that don’t know how to let go. They knot themselves up in your rib cage, squeeze your heart, and steal the air from your lungs. It’s agonizing, it’s maddening. The right playlist is a life raft in an ocean of uncertainty—a deep breath when the air feels… Read more »
Vienna Vienna is a hidden gem in the alternative world who is sure to break through and shine on your playlists and beyond. Today, the artist launched a new single that truly encompasses what it means to crave another person entitled, “Fuck Me.” Read more: illuminati hotties Launch ‘POWER’ LP With New Single “Didn’t” Featuring Cavetown The release comes with an official live music video showcasing Vienna Vienna in their raw, unfiltered glory. “Call me anxious, just call me when you want/Show me how to feel through all the numb/I just wanna tell you all my secrets in the echoes/I… Read more »
