alt. is finally back with their first new offering of 2024, “Conversations That Hurt” via Resist Records and SharpTone Records. Preceded by 2023’s heavy-hitting, alt-rock debut LP ABEYANCE, the Australian act shows off their vulnerable, softer side on their latest release. “‘Conversations That Hurt’ is about the freshness of a breakup. It’s hard to move on and all you can think about is wanting them back when you know it’s not meant to be,” says vocalist Daniel Cullen-Richards. Uniquely, this track also showcases a few Aussie music legends. The track was co-written with Dream On, Dreamer’s Callan Orr and Trophy Eyes‘ John Floreani.… Read more »
For music fans located in the UK and Europe, it’s been an exciting day filled with tour announcements. Dayseeker, Boston Manor, and Yellowcard have all announced separate tour dates throughout the region. Yellowcard shared that they are celebrating two decades of Ocean Avenue with fans based in the UK and EU beginning in November. Plus, they will have support from Story Of The Year and This Wild Life. The tour kicks off on November 12 in Glasgow and concludes in Cologne on November 24. Check out the full tour below. In a social media post on Twitter/X, Story Of The… Read more »
With their forthcoming record, There Are Worse Things Than Being Alive, just around the corner, Bayside has returned with their latest offering, “Miracle,” from the April 5 album. The anthemic new release is propelled forward by a steady cacophony of guitars and drum fills that act as the backdrop to vocalist Anthony Raneri’s commanding delivery. The chorus, “I’m already in so deep/And I’ve gotta get off my knees/Will I waste my life trying to get by/When a miracle is what I need?/When a miracle is what I need?” effortlessly captures the strength and perseverance of the new release. Read more:… Read more »
Longtime bassist Piggy D. announced that he’s officially parted ways with Rob Zombie and co. In the wake of his absence, the original member of the lineup, Rob “Blasko” Nicholson, rejoins the outfit. Blasko left in 2006, with Piggy D. replacing him, when he linked up with Ozzy Osbourne’s ensemble. Nicholson will continue with Osbourne and Zombie. “After 18 years, I am thrilled to announce that Blasko has returned,” Zombie wrote on his Instagram. “The four-string Zombie monster is back. Get ready for a crazy summer of mayhem.” The recent departure of Piggy D. came as a surprise to fans.… Read more »
Hardcore’s growing popularity in the mainstream is evident. With Knocked Loose going viral, the genre has introduced a new avenue for some artists to explore. Que: The Neighbourhood’s vocalist Jesse Rutherford and his new band, Valley Girl. The new group has released a four-song demo on YouTube simply titled “Demo” that runs a little over 10 minutes. The songs sound similar to a ramped-up version of bands such as Turnstile that add indie spice to the mix with a sharpened edge to round out the finished piece. Some of the tracks run longer than the shorter, traditional songs we know… Read more »
‘Tis that season for us to collectively reflect on the masterful, put-it-on-repeat albums that have dropped this year. In a year brimming with exceptional releases, sifting through the best albums of 2023 proved to be a delightful challenge for the idobi Radio team. When we initially tried to narrow our favorite albums down to 23 to correspond with 2023, it proved absolutely impossible. So we took off the restraints and, ahem, opened up that pit! Welcome to the Best Albums Of 2023 Vol. 2. We opted for a celebration of equality, bestowing each album with its due praise for a… Read more »
It has been a monumental week of changes for Anberlin. While change can be scary, that’s how you know it’s worth it. Earlier this week, the alternative rock band announced that their longtime frontman, Stephen Christian, will be stepping down from his role for the foreseeable future. While this is not a permanent change, Anberlin remains transparent with their fans regarding this new era of music and touring. “After being in this band for 20 years, we’ve really noticed that the only constant is change,” the video begins. “There’s so many different eras of Anberlin from ending in 2014 to… Read more »
FELICITY are back once again with another hard hitting modern rock tune in the form of “She’s Nuclear”. It’s a hot one.
Slam Dunk returned for another year, and proved once again why it is such a vital part of alternative culture in the UK.
Cassadee Pope is going to be celebrating Pride Month with an appearance at Nashville Pride in a few weeks time!
