It seems like just yesterday, we were on our iPod Nanos blasting 5 Seconds Of Summer‘s “She Looks So Perfect” and dancing around to the iconic Aussie punk-rock boy band. Believe it or not the song and the band’s debut self-titled album are turning 10 years old this year. Released on June 27, 2014, 5 Seconds Of Summer boasted tracks such as “Amnesia,” “Don’t Stop,” and “Social Casualty.” The 10/10 record is getting its own anniversary merch and vinyl release to celebrate the major milestone. Read more: Magnolia Park Set Our World In Motion On “I2I” Disney Pop-Punk Cover On… Read more »
Before the start of Sad Summer Fest this year, Dani Nigro and Keaton Whittaker of Daisy Grenade stopped by the idobi Radio Studio to chat all about their new single “Hypocrite,” their last year, and what’s coming for them this summer. Over the last year, Daisy Grenade has released several singles, toured with Fall Out Boy, and sang at Madison Square Garden, just to name a few things. Of all the amazing things the duo has accomplished since our last conversation, one standout moment is their performance at Madison Square Garden with Fall Out Boy. Madison Square Garden, being their… Read more »
Today, YUNGBLUD and Epiphone have revealed the “god save me, but don’t drown me out” artist’s limited-edition debut signature guitar, the YUNGBLUD SG Junior. “Guitars and rock music have always been a fundamental part of my life,” YUNGBLUD shares in a press release. “Literally my education. I grew up on the counter of a guitar shop, and I’ve been dusting them since I was three years old. The reason why I play a White ‘64 SG Junior is because, growing up, musicians who were important in my life were Angus Young and Billie Joe Armstrong. I was lucky because I… Read more »
When you think of Barbie the last image to come to mind would still be lightyears away from an image of GWAR. Yet, the metal mercenaries say that covering Ryan Gosling’s “I’m Just Ken” solo from the Barbie movie, “Just made sense.” The Barbie movie soundtrack made waves last summer, and the quintessential standout track amongst it was “I’m Just Ken” performed by Gosling. If you didn’t already know, the song is inherently rock-rooted, featuring a solo from legendary guitarist and performer Slash (Guns N’ Roses, Velvet Revolver, and more). The GWAR gang built on those rock roots, amplifying them… Read more »
The living legend John 5 has released his newest song, “A Hollywood Story,” with an accompanying music video cataloging his life and career. From his first notes at the age of 7 to touring with renowned musicians and bands, John 5 captures every moment of his musical journey on this track. It’s the kind of story only he could tell, and not a single word is uttered! Opening with a few dreamy, reflective chords you can feel the tenderness in how John feathers his strings. A few measures later the emotion pours out onto the frets as he lets out… Read more »
After captivating audiences with their debut independent release, “Nevermind,” earlier this year, Australian pop-punk mainstays Between You & Me have launched their latest sonic gem—the scream-worthy new single, “YEAH!” Sam Guaiana, who previously worked with the band on their 2021 full-length album Armageddon, produced the single after flying from Canada to Australia at the top of the year. Embarking on a musical journey guided by the tender caress of an acoustic guitar, “YEAH!” swiftly metamorphoses into a sun-drenched, infectious masterpiece. Across the track, vocalist Jake Wilson reigns supreme, wielding his commanding prowess to seize your attention. As the track surges… Read more »
Good Charlotte‘s electrifying performance at When We Were Young Fest, featuring hits like “The Anthem,” “Girls & Boys,” “I Don’t Wanna Be In Love,” and a surprise appearance by Lil Wayne, has officially set the internet ablaze. The iconic Maryland natives welcomed Lil Wayne to the stage to perform on “Lifestyles Of The Rich & The Famous,” elevating the track to an entirely new plain of greatness. Additionally, Lil Wayne performed his own track “A Milli,” alongside the band. Starting with Joel Madden‘s distinctive vocals, Lil Wayne seamlessly joined in, infusing the track with a newfound brilliance. These back-to-back performances… Read more »
As the curtain begins to fall on the remarkable weekend that is When We Were Young Fest 2023, 5 Seconds Of Summer graced the stage with an electrifying performance. Kicking off their second show of the weekend with the iconic 2014 breakout hit, “She Looks So Perfect,” fans could sense they were about to witness 5SOS in their prime. Read more: Green Day Debut “The American Dream Is Killing Me” In Full Navigating their setlist, which included crowd-pleasers such as “She’s Kinda Hot” and “If Walls Could Talk,” the four-piece band welcomed a special guest, Joel Madden, to the stage… Read more »
idobi’s hosts raise one last White Claw to the things that kept us going in 2020—the music, the memes, and the hopes for a better 2021.
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