Following the release of their latest collaborative single “FREAK” earlier this year, Beauty School Dropout and jxdn stopped by the idobi Studios in North Hollywood to perform a stripped-back version of the new track! “FREAK UNPLUGGED” sees the collaborative efforts of vocalists Colie Hutzler and jxdn intertwine their delivery together over a stripped-down rhythm and intricate acoustic guitar. Save “FREAK UNPLUGGED” here. After being mentored by blink-182 vocalist Mark Hoppus, Beauty School Dropout has joined the legendary trio on their headlining return tour for a select number of dates alongside Turnstile as support. jxdn, on the other hand, recently dropped… Read more »
JXDN makes a stop on his headlining tour at The Paramount in Huntington, NY. We were lucky enough to have idobi photographer Sharon Groenow swing by and capture the show! Check out the last leg of dates of the I Hope This Never Ends Tour and try to make it out to a gig. JXDN
Warped Tour made its triumphant return this weekend in Washington, DC, kicking off their 30 year celebration. With a stacked lineup, artist activations, and nonstop energy, the iconic festival proved it still knows how to throw down. And the best part? Warped Tour has announced it’ll return to DC in 2026. They’ll hit the asphalt once again on June 13 and 14, 2026. Presale for Warped Tour DC 2026 will kick off this Friday, June 20, at 9 AM PT/12 PM ET. With two more Warped weekends on the books this year, we’ll keep you updated along the way! Don’t… Read more »
Following the release of his nine-minute opus, “Hello Heaven, Hello,” YUNGBLUD, aka Dominic Harrison, is turning up the volume—literally—with “Lovesick Lullaby.” He shares in a statement, “Making this song was a fucking party and you can hear that on the recording. [I tried to] let my subconscious do a lot of the talking and then make sense of my words the following afternoon in a kitchen, hungover, eating fish and chips with a cup of tea.” Read more: YUNGBLUD Drops 9-Minute “Hello Heaven, Hello” Music Video YUNGBLUD adds, “I’ve been on a journey trying to find meaning in different places… Read more »
YUNGBLUD, aka artist Dominic Harrison, just dropped his first new music of 2025, “Hello Heaven, Hello.” The track is accompanied by a nine-minute long music video featuring everything from nostalgia-inducing classic rock guitar solos to optimistic acoustic strums. YUNGBLUD sings, “There’s a chance I won’t see you tomorrow/So I will spend today saying hello/And all the hopes and dreams I may have borrowed/Just know, my friend, I leave them all to you.” Check out the new music video below. YUNGBLUD is gearing up for BLUDFEST Year 2. This time, the 2025 lineup is even more stacked. Taking place on June 21, 2025 at… Read more »
Michelle Trachtenberg, the actress beloved for her roles in Buffy The Vampire Slayer and Gossip Girl, has passed away at the age of 39. First reported by the New York Post, Trachtenberg was found unresponsive in her New York City apartment by her mother on the morning of February 26, 2025. Born on October 11, 1985, in New York City, Trachtenberg began acting at a young age, quickly gaining recognition for her talent. She first gained national attention as the title character in Harriet The Spy (1996) before stepping into her most iconic role as Dawn Summers in Buffy The… Read more »
We have finally made it to the end of the 30 days of Warped Tour! And with that, we have almost all of our artist announcements for the three-weekend stops. With the final rollouts happening throughout the day, the Washington D.C. is all but finalized with two open slots, with fans excited over the addition of MGK, Knuckle Puck, The Wonder Years, and more. The Long Beach date, however, still features a whopping 15 blurred slots to be announced! With the tour admat revealed, KennyHoopla, JXDN, Body Count, and more have been added to the weekend’s performances. And finally, the… Read more »
In the tragic wake of destructive wildfires in Los Angeles County this week, idobi Radio would like to share some resources that may be helpful. We are heartbroken over the devastation the fires are causing to the community, the music industry, our friends and family, and everyone who is currently being affected. Please continue to stay safe, stay informed, and check on your loved ones. Our hearts go out to Los Angeles, a city that we love so dearly. An array of alternative artists and professionals have shared their thoughts, prayers, and safety updates on social media. Check out the… Read more »
YUNGBLUD is gearing up for BLUDFEST Year 2. This time, the 2025 lineup is even more stacked. Taking place on June 21, 2025 at Milton Keynes Bowl, YUNGBLUD will be joined by the likes of Chase Atlantic, blackbear, and Denzel Curry. Additionally, Rachel Chinouriri, jxdn, Peach PRC, Luvcat, Master Peace, and Cliffords have all been announced as artists. But… YUNBLUD promised that even more is to come. On Instagram, he shared, “[Y]ou have no idea what’s coming. GET READY!!!” Read more: Fresh 5: New Releases From phem to Good Terms In a recent interview with NME, the artist shared, “BLUDFEST… Read more »
As the year comes to a close, and we bid “farewell” (and maybe “fuck you”) to 2024, it’s the perfect time to look back and celebrate the albums that shaped the soundtrack of the last 12 months. From deeply personal indie projects to genre-defining heavy hitters, 2024 was filled with groundbreaking releases that reminded us of the power of music and, more importantly, of the alternative community. With so much incredible work to choose from, narrowing down our favorites was a daunting task. This year, the quality and variety of music made it impossible to rank our picks—every album brought… Read more »
