During a recent interview with TikTok music influencer Jesea Lee, vocalist/guitarist Jaret Reddick shares an intriguing insight into why his band Bowling For Soup initially had reservations about their hit song “1985.” Reddick explains that SR-71 initially released the song in Japan, and after the band’s breakup, there seemed to be no reason for it to make its way to the US. However, fate had a different plan. Reddick recounts how their manager heard “1985” and found its sound more in line with Bowling For Soup‘s style than SR-71‘s. “So essentially SR-71 had released [‘1985’] in Japan, and then they… Read more »
Leading up to the release of their sophomore album Reflections, idobi had the opportunity to sit down with Caskets’ frontman Matt Flood to delve into the band’s creative journey. Their debut album, Lost Souls, came to life during the pandemic, a time of uncertainty and innovation. Flood reflects on this period, discussing how the unexpected lockdown found the band in a shed recording everything on the debut collection. This experience, although unconventional, taught them valuable lessons in resilience and adaptability before venturing into their sophomore LP. Across Reflections, it’s evident that Caskets forged unity amongst themselves, allowing for a more… Read more »
Intricately woven and deeply personal, the self-titled release from Sundressed offers an intimate glimpse into the inner workings of frontman Trevor Hedges‘ creative psyche. This artistic endeavor was first set into motion back in 2012 when Hedges embarked on a musical journey under the moniker Sundressed as a means to navigate his own journey of sobriety. Yet, as the sands of time have shifted, so too has the project’s purpose, morphing into a resonant platform that seeks to address critical matters, particularly within the realm of mental health, all while fostering a profound sense of community among its listeners. The… Read more »
Just ahead of the release of their seventh studio album Hard Reset, The Word Alive frontman Telle Smith stopped by the idobi Studios in North Hollywood and told me why the latest era of the band truly is a… hard reset. From a recent lineup change to signing with Thriller Records—a new label created by Fearless Records founder Bob Becker—Hard Reset is inspired by self-reflection in a shut down world, a fresh start within the band’s camp, and a new perspective for Smith following a healthy break-up. The Word Alive have taken their years of experience within the… Read more »
As Fall Out Boy‘s enchanting So Much For (Tour) Dust draws to a close this weekend on August 6, a special guest and old friend graced the stage last night at Forest Hills Stadium in Queens, NY. While the band flawlessly sailed through their initial 16 tracks, Gym Class Heroes‘ charismatic frontman, Travie McCoy, joined the ensemble for two cover performances. The first rendition was Gym Class Heroes and Adam Levine‘s 2011 hit “Stereo Hearts,” delivered with an ingenious twist. Fall Out Boy‘s lead singer, Patrick Stump, set the stage with a piano introduction, passionately delivering Levine’s iconic opening lines,… Read more »
Neck Deep have announced more shows to celebrate the ten year anniversary of their iconic debut, Rain In July. The album was originally released in 2012 via We Are Triumphant Records and the record holds one of the band’s most loved tracks to this day, “Part Of Me (Feat. Laura Whiteside)“. Last month, Neck Deep toured Rain In July and A History of Bad Decisions throughout the United States with support from Real Friends. It only makes sense that the band would return overseas to bring the experience to the United Kingdom. Earlier this year, frontman Ben Barlow shared some… Read more »
Royal & The Serpent is back today with the third installment of her double-sided singles dropping all summer long. She has delivered RAT TRAP 3: the band-aid, bringing us “Utopia” and “Sweet Tooth“. “Utopia” follows a love story that has ended, with lyrics “If I could write you off my episode / I’d watch life like a new favourite show / Erasе your name from every pagе and script / Thanking my lucky stars”. It is the growth and acceptance of knowing you are better off without someone, even if it hurts. “Me without you – utopia”, Royal & the… Read more »
There are certain folks out there that love both emo music and EDM music. Are you one of them? If so, we have great news for you. Long time emo party starters, Emo Nite and popular EDM festival creators , Insomniac have teamed up to bring the people GRAVE RAVE. Emo Nite have also announced a new record label called Graveboy Records. The label currently holds artists like Say Anything, We The Kings, and Noelle Sucks. Insomniac is known to produce some of the most innovative, immersive music festivals and events in the world. From wild pyrotechnics and sound design,… Read more »
Better Lovers played their first ever shows, two back-to-back, in Buffalo last week. It was absolute chaos, to say the least.
Iconic dark-pop star, Poppy has unveiled the details of her forthcoming album Zig today. The new album is set to release October 27th via Sumerian Records. Supporting the announcement of the new project, Poppy dropped a brand new song, “Knockoff” as well. This surrealist alt-pop track comes as the second teaser from Zig, following “Church Outfit” that dropped in April of this year. Working with her long-term collaborative partner Simon Wilcox, Poppy also partnered with producer Ali Payami to bring fans this new collection of songs. Giving fans a taste of the experience of what is to come with Zig,… Read more »
