From 2011 to 2014, there was one social media niche that defined the music taste for young people and became the go-to platform for tastemakers: Tumblr. It was the birthplace of the indie sleaze aesthetic, soft grunge teens in Dr. Martens, tights under denim shorts, oversized flannels, emo black and white photography, Jeffrey Campbell Litas, and American Apparel basics. Back then, we curated our blogs with the same precision required on today’s Instagram feeds. With this brooding, indie fashion look came an edgy side of music that was fully loaded with personality and grit. We relished in fan fiction and… Read more »
Shoegaze heavyweights Superheaven have released new music for the first time in nearly a decade. The new single “Long Gone” is the A-side of their new two-song single, “Long Gone / Numb To What Is Real.” In 2015 after the band’s sophomore album, Ours Is Chrome, and a stint of heavy touring, they decided to take a break. The group never broke up but rather went into hibernation. Now emerging not only more creatively charged than, but as eager to hit the stage as the fans were to see them up there. “We did the JAR ten year show and… Read more »
On November 6 in the early hours of the morning, the Associated Press called the 2024 presidential election for convicted felon and sexual abuser Donald Trump. Of course, many influential individuals in the music industry took to social media to share their disappointment with the results. Billie Eilish, who had previously used her platform to support current VP Kamala Harris, shared on her Instagram story, “[I]t’s a war on women.” Additionally, Ariana Grande shared, “[H]holding the hand of every person who is feeling the immeasurable heaviness of this outcome today.” As for alternative artists, Daisy Grenade shared, “[N]ever underestimate the… Read more »
After teasing the announcement, Welcome To Rockville has officially revealed some exciting artists that will appear in 2025. The rock and metal festival is slated to take place on May 15-18. It will take place at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona, Florida. Excitingly, the Stage 5 artist reveal for Thursday, May 15 is going to see an exciting and rare appearance with headliners The Dillinger Escape Plan, who will be “bringing the Calculating Infinity chaos” to the festival in 2025. Read more: Slipknot Announces Europe 2025 Summer Tour Dates Additionally, artists Quicksand, Health, Deafheaven, Converge, Full Of Hell, Harms… Read more »
As we reflect on the unforgettable moments from this past weekend’s When We Were Young Fest in Las Vegas, NV, Pierce The Veil’s iconic third annual appearance stands out as a major highlight. The Vic Fuentes-led group turned their set into an iconic celebration of their 2012 breakthrough album Collide With The Sky, performing it in full and filling the stage with star power from across the scene. The group welcomed longtime friend and “King For A Day” collaborator Kellin Quinn of Sleeping With Sirens, as did Jason Aalon Butler of FEVER 333, who brought his intense energy to their… Read more »
Following Chiodos’ triumphant return at When We Were Young Fest in Las Vegas, NV, this past weekend, a documentary meant to come out over a decade ago has leaked online. The documentary covers Craig Owens and past members’ childhoods, how the band formed, and the rise of the band in the early-mid 2000s. The opening moments of the documentary state. “We all understand that Craig is a huge piece of Chiodos and a huge part of Chiodos.” Craig remains the only original member of the band. This weekend marked the band’s first live performance in nearly 10 years, sparking a… Read more »
While Chiodos have continued to celebrate major milestones—like surpassing 10 million streams on Bone Palace Ballet’s standout track “Bulls Make Money, Bears Make Money, Pigs Get Slaughtered”—the Craig Owens-led post-hardcore mainstays have finally ended their nearly decade-long hiatus. The band made their highly anticipated live comeback this weekend at the When We Were Young Festival in Las Vegas, NV, performing under the Chiodos name for the first time since their hiatus began. Unfortunately, the other founding members of the group were unable to participate in the Chiodos performance. However, joining Owens on this monumental occasion is drummer Nicholas Clemenson, known… Read more »
After an indefinite hiatus that led We Are The In Crowd to quietly disband (sort of), the members of the beloved pop-punk band regrouped under vocalist Tay Jardine’s project, SAINTE. The new project features all WATIC members except Jordan Eckes and Rob Chianelli. However, after nearly a decade away from the U.S. stage, We Are The In Crowd has officially returned. The band made a triumphant comeback at the When We Were Young Festival in Las Vegas, NV. Their set delivered a nostalgic performance of their sophomore album Weird Kids, which celebrated its 10-year anniversary earlier this year in February. … Read more »
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While we’re waiting for what will surely be another monumental and nostalgic year at When We Were Young Fest, here are five throwback core memories we’re hoping to relive at the festival. You still have a few days to download the idobi App to enter for a chance to win 2 tickets to the SOLD OUT Saturday, October 19, When We Were Young show. Enter here or below! Win 2 Tickets To When We Were Young 1. Hearing Deep Cuts From My Chemical Romance’s Beloved Album The Black Parade My Chemical Romance has a vast discography ranging over two decades,… Read more »
