In April 2024, Lana Del Rey boldly claimed that she invented bows. She commented on a fan post on Instagram with the remark, and fans went wild over it. This begs the question: did she actually invent them as a fashion staple in today’s scene? Before we dive in and discuss this, let’s clarify a few things. I am a Lana Del Rey fan and am not downplaying her legendary influence in fashion and trend-setting. This woman brought flower crowns, Waffle House, flowing dresses, Coca-Cola, and vintage Americana fashion to the forefront. She led Tumblr culture in the 2010s and… Read more »
Since the day “Misery Business” became the anthem of a generation, it became a cliche rite of passage for female pop-rock vocalists to be compared to Hayley Williams upon entering the pop-rock scene. Whether they truly resemble the neon-haired powerhouse or not, the inevitable comparisons are unrelenting. It is simultaneously flattering and frustrating as these artists strive to create identities of their own in a brutally competitive industry. If you are a fan of powerful vocalists and the unique flair of pop-rock, I implore you to listen to these 10 femme pop-rock artists of the modern era. Each one possesses… Read more »
It’s the most wonderful time of year once more. Eurovision is back, and it continues to get bigger and more prominent worldwide. Though it is known as the institution that turned ABBA into superstars and showcases the wildest and weirdest creations that Europe has to offer, there is still room for some rock ‘n’ roll in the ranks. Over the years, pop has been the predominant genre in which countries project their entries. Though guitars have been making their way slowly but surely, they sometimes take the whole competition by storm. From masked monsters and nu-metal stalwarts to glam-rock superstars,… Read more »
Ahead of their forthcoming full-length album, I Want To Disappear, The Story So Far has released their punchy new single, “All This Time.” This release arrives as the third single following the release of “Big Blind” and “Letterman.” As the album’s opener, the track bursts forth with a fervent array of instrumentation. Front and center is vocalist Parker Cannon, whose commanding delivery serves as the perfect introduction to the album. Check out “All This Time” below. Drummer Ryan Torf shares of the album in a press release, “We kind of grew out of our 20s between this record and last.… Read more »
Sometimes you just need to be straightforward. That’s exactly what Can’t Swim accomplishes across their new song, “No Backbone.” The track taps into a quick-paced pop-punk sound while still holding onto the New Jersey acts post-hardcore instrumentation. Singer Chris LoPorto says that the single was written quickly, but the band still went back to check their work. “Once we finished it, we went back a few times to see if we should add a part or bring more instrumentation/layers to the mix, but whatever we did seemed to take away from the song rather than add to it.” He continues,… Read more »
In May 2023, Heart Attack Man released their highly-acclaimed record Freak Of Nature featuring single “Like A Kennedy.” Now, that fan-favorite track is getting a rework with help from Waterparks‘ own Awsten Knight. In the rendition, Knight adds his trademark glowing pop-rock to the grit of Heart Attack Man‘s track striking a balance of edge any alternative fan is sure to love. “‘Like A Kennedy’ is a unique song in my eyes,” vocalist Eric Egan shares. “It’s a song I wanted to write for so long but had never gotten it completely right. Once we nailed it as a band,… Read more »
In April 2023, the Punk Rock Museum officially opened its doors, marking a monumental celebration of punk culture spanning generations. Founded by a passionate team of true-to-form punk rockers and visionaries—Fat Mike, Lisa Brownlee, Mona Wetzel, and Melanie Kaye—the museum emerged as a spirited tribute to the lasting legacy of punk rock. As the museum, a pioneering endeavor globally, approaches its first anniversary, Fish sat down with four of the five founding members to delve into its success and profound impact on the community, exclusively on idobi Radio. Lisa serves as the museum’s production manager, ensuring seamless operation and immersive… Read more »
After teasing their latest offering on social media on Monday, March 4, Magnolia Park has unleashed their fiery new single “Hellstar.” The fervent new track seamlessly creates an amalgamation of nu-metal with the band’s signature self-proclaimed “nu emo” sound, piercing across the track. “Hellstar” instantly demands your attention with its irresistibly catchy, chant-worthy chorus: “I’m a Hellraiser, star chaser/You better wake up/There’s a party in Hell/There’s a party in Hell tonight.” As the arrangement unfolds, the track erupts into a powerful cacophony of heavy-hitting instrumentation, propelled by vocalist Joshua Roberts‘ remarkable vocal range. With each note, Roberts demonstrates his commanding… Read more »
Magnolia Park just teased a new song, and it seems that it’ll drop sometime tomorrow, March 5. In a recent Instagram post, the band promised, “1,000 comments and we will drop this song tomorrow.” In mere hours, fans exceeded that number. The “nu emo” outfit also posted the same video clip to Twitter/X requesting 100 comments to drop the song. Those who are new to the MagPark fandom as well as those who’ve been around since day one have engaged with the band’s social media in anticipation of the track. Overall, it seems to be Magnolia Park‘s heaviest offering to… Read more »
It has been quite a few years of ups and downs for Games We Play. His debut record, Life’s Going Great, released via Fueled By Ramen/DCD2 Records, focuses on what we lose when we follow our dreams. Shining the spotlight on insecurity, burn-out, and a broken marriage, Emmyn Calleiro, the mastermind behind the project, writes about the side of success that is rarely discussed but often felt immensely. His lyrics are unapologetically honest, cutting straight to the substance of everything that has happened in the last 12 months. But rather than wallowing, Games We Play turns his pain into self-deprecating… Read more »
