When Dick Clark first pitched “American Bandstand” to ABC as a national series in the 1950s, network executives yawned. “I still have the letter, still have it framed in my office, which in effect said ‘Don’t call us, we’ll call you. Thank you, and it’s nice to see your dance party,’” Clark recalls. When he proposed a 50th anniversary special, Clark found out how little television had changed. Despite the show’s iconic place in pop culture, he had to argue the case of “American Bandstand” all over. An idea that was once ahead of its time was now hopelessly behind… Read more »
Versatile soul icon Rufus Thomas, a pioneering radio DJ and a singer/songwriter famed for the R&B standard “Walking The Dog,” has died in Memphis at age 84, his family said Sunday. Over a 70-year career, which took off in a segregated minstrel show, Thomas was a key player in the rise of rock ‘n’ roll and soul. He recorded for the two greatest record labels to come out of Memphis, Sun and Stax, and performed into his 80s. Thomas died Saturday at St. Francis Hospital of apparent heart failure, his family said. He had been receiving treatment at the hospital… Read more »
After releasing their euphoria-inducing single “Dystopia” via Fueled By Ramen in October, ONE OK ROCK has delivered the official music video for the track. Directed by Kazuma Kitada, the video explores the topic of artificial intelligence and the possibility of it overtaking human intelligence. Throughout the video, the band employs generative AI alongside visuals of themselves performing, ultimately expanding on the idea of how the future may or may not reflect a type of dystopia. Check out the “Dystopia” music video below. “Dystopia” Lyrics: Tryin’ to find some inner peaceApocalyptic tendenciesWe blame it on a whisperFor the shame that’s in… 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 »
Silly Goose and Dominic Frissora (Luchiano) are about to become your new favorite artists.
By now, it is common knowledge that rock music and horror movies have enjoyed a long-term symbiotic relationship. The rough edges and grizzly gore in the horror genre benefit from the visceral, emotive breakdowns that heavy music provides. The two genres share overlapping audiences who love to celebrate their union. Throughout the years, we’ve seen an array of iconic movie soundtracks that feature some of rock’s most celebrated musicians. Here are eight undeniable standout soundtracks to add to your watchlist and playlist this Halloween season. The Crow The Crow has become synonymous with gothic style, music, and culture—and for good… Read more »
If you thought idobi Radio and Hopeless Records were done celebrating the label’s 30th anniversary, think again! Today, Hopeless Records announced that they’re bringing their traveling museum exhibit to The Punk Rock Museum in Las Vegas. This thrilling event is preceded by the exhibit’s stop at Cleveland’s Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame. This included performances from Scene Queen, Waterparks‘ Awsten Knight, Dan Campbell of The Wonder Years, and illuminati hotties. If you’re in Las Vegas for When We Were Young Fest, happening on October 19-20, you can catch a Hopeless Records anniversary party at The Punk Rock Museum on… Read more »
Cisco Adler recently visited the idobi Radio Studios to chat with Fish on Gone Fishkin about the recent reopening of his iconic venue, The Roxy, and the passions that drive him as both a businessman and a musician. He is joined by friend and collaborator Medford. The Roxy, a 50-year-old venue in a 100-year-old building, has recently been revamped—or should we say revAMPed—through the installation of a new sound system. Sound has been an incredibly important element of The Roxy throughout its existence. Cisco explains, “We did a partnership with JBL and Harmon on the sound for the 50th anniversary.… Read more »
Absolutely stacked episode with Sweet Pill, Cheridomingo and Nick DeLouise talking about the upcoming Nashville Ceremony Festival featuring a TON of your favorite artists!
Sophie Powers recently visited the idobi Radio Studios for a chat with Fish on Gone Fishkin. During her visit, she discussed her latest EP, Glitch: Lvl 1, her growth as a performer, and what it means to be a young female musician in the scene. Glitch: Lvl 1 just recently came out on July 12. Powers cites several recent influences, stating that “Grimes, Frost Children, The Dare, and Charli XCX—the music inspires me, the art itself…it really inspires me.” Not only is Sophie inspired by the artists she listens to, she gains inspiration from her lived experiences and emotions, as… Read more »
