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Interview: Kyle Lane of New Empire


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.

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Lupe Fiasco to preview new LP


Lupe Fiasco is following his participation in Kenna’s trek up Mount Kilimanjaro with a trek of his own: a tour he’s announced via LupeFiasco.com.

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Apple's iPod ads are the new music-star makers


Nick Haley took just 30 minutes to pluck the Brazilian band CSS from obscurity and hurl it into the national spotlight. In September, Haley paired the band’s dance-pop song “Music is My Hot, Hot Sex” with his 30-second amateur video, displaying the capabilities of Apple’s new iPod Touch. The video ends with the lyrics, “My music is where I’d like you to touch.” “I was like, ‘This song is too perfect,’ ” said Haley, 18, by phone from the University of Leeds in England, where he studies politics. “It’s punchy, loud, fast and naughty.” Marketers at Apple headquarters in Cupertino… Read more »

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Evanescence's New Sound Is Reminiscent Of… Evanescence


Where Evanescence were once propelled solely by a pair of songwriters, the creative process has become a lot more democratic since the departure of guitarist Ben Moody. And yet Amy Lee continues to get the ball rolling the way she always has: behind closed doors. “I write by myself initially,” the band’s singer explained. “That’s the way I’ve always written, just working on pure thought by myself. Then I bring it to the table with whoever I’m collaborating with.” After Moody split in late 2003, he was replaced on tour by former Cold guitarist Terry Balsamo, who permanently joined the… Read more »

Kelsy Karter – Singer Songwriter


This week we chinwag about our favorite food whilst being on tour in different countries. Afterward we chat with New Zealand born singer/songwriter Kelsy Karter about her latest album release, the Harry Styles face tattoo prank, her close relationship with her fans, new music, and so much more!

Kelsy Karter, Singer/Songwriter


This week we chinwag about our favorite food whilst being on tour in different countries. Afterward we chat with New Zealand born singer/songwriter Kelsy Karter about her latest album release, the Harry Styles face tattoo prank, her close relationship with her fans, new music, and so much more! 

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Natalie Hall


This week my friend Natalie and I caught up from her beautiful farm in New Zealand!

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Chase Atlantic Reveals “RICOCHET” Ahead Of ‘LOST IN HEAVEN’ Release


On October 11, Chase Atlantic shared their new synth-laden, beat-driven single, “RICOCHET.” Previously, the group shared “DOUBT IT,” “MAMACITA” and “DIE FOR ME,” which are all set to appear on their recently-announced forthcoming album LOST IN HEAVEN due out November 1 via Fearless Records. You can pre-save your copy of the record here. Check out the official audio for “RICOCHET” below. LOST IN HEAVEN Tracklist: 1. FAVELA2. DIE FOR ME3. RICOCHET4. YOU5. DEMON TIME6. NIGHT CALLS7. DISCONNECTED8. HOURS LOST9. MESS ME UP10. AMY11. DOUBT IT12. MAMACITA13. DON’T LAUGH Chase Atlantic will be hitting the road this fall on a headline tour across North America… Read more »

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Dayseeker Announces Fall Tour With Alpha Wolf, Catch Your Breath, & Kingdom Of Giants


As if Dayseeker weren’t already experiencing an incredible 2024 across the festival circuit and their recent sold-out tour?! The four-piece has just announced the Dark Sun Protocol Tour across the United States this fall. Alpha Wolf, Catch Your Breath, and Kingdom Of Giants will join the tour as support. “We’re really excited for ‘Dark Sun Protocol,’ considering it’s been years since we’ve headlined some of these cities,” frontman Rory Rodriguez shares. “This will be our biggest and best live show to see so far—guaranteed.” Tickets for Dayseeker’s Dark Sun Protocol Tour will be available this Friday, May 3, at 10… Read more »

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