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One-Hit Wonder Band Disses YUNGBLUD & Aerosmith’s Ozzy Osbourne Tribute

At the 2025 VMAs this past weekend, YUNGBLUD joined Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, and Nuno Bettencourt to honor Ozzy Osbourne—The Prince of Darkness—through the thing he loved most: music. Introduced by Ozzy’s son Jack alongside his children, the tribute ripped through “Crazy Train” (complete with the iconic “All aboard!”), Black Sabbath’s “Changes” (the same song YUNGBLUD performed during Ozzy’s final show, Back To The Beginning), and “Mama, I’m Coming Home.” The performance left the audience—including Ariana Grande—in awe, but not everyone shared the sentiment. The Darkness, best remembered for their fleeting 2003 hit “I Believe In A Thing Called… Read more »

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YUNGBLUD Offers Dazzling Ozzy Osbourne Tribute At VMAs

YUNGBLUD, in our totally unbiased opinion, was one of the most iconic performers on the recent September 7 Video Music Awards show. The performer showed up and showed out in his trademark black leather pants and donned a black leather coat as he offered a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne. In fact, Jack Osbourne introduced the performance alongside his children. The singer also wore Ozzy’s iconic cross necklace, kissing it before taking center stage. YUNGBLUD kicked off the performance with “Crazy Train,” which even included the iconic “All aboard!” He then elegantly switched modes into Black Sabbath‘s “Changes,” the same piece… Read more »

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Ozzy Osbourne Made YUNGBLUD This Food When They First Met

After appearing onstage with YUNGBLUD in Salt Lake City, Steve-O of Jackass fame released a special Wild Ride! podcast episode with the Idols artist on September 4. During their chat, YUNGBLUD shared tales of how he first met Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne and the advice he received from the “Crazy Train” singer. When longtime friend Kelly Osbourne couldn’t make it to YUNGBLUD’s “The Funeral” music video shoot, she sent in her parents and the rest is history. “Ozzy, for me, my whole life, has been my north star because I’ve just been mental and crazy and fucking out there. And… Read more »

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Scene Queen Calls Out Insecure Men On “Platform Shoes”

This “disco summer” was one for the books with Scene Queen’s June single “L-Shaped Couch” and now with the arrival of “Platform Shoes.” Our go-go boots are ready for dancing to this badass metal-disco fusion. “I will not change who I am for the comfort of a man,” she sings. The artist says, “As my final installment of disco summer, I wanted to make a song I felt like a lot of women can relate to. Having the massive personality I do, I noticed while dating, a lot of men think they want someone who is independent and opinionated. That charisma… Read more »

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From Arankai to Dying Wish: New Songs To Listen To This Month

Believe it or not, August is already here. Even though Halloween candy and decorations are hitting store shelves, the summer vibes abound in these recent alternative, indie, and metal releases. From Teenage Joans’ blink-182 meets Kesha-inspired new release, to Fox Lake’s “Real Fast,” a fiery hardcore x nu-metal offering, you’ll find the right track to set the mood this weekend. Looking for even more new music? idobi Radio is the soundtrack of your summer. Download the free idobi App for new music every minute, every hour, every day. Did we mention it’s totally, 100%, always free? Bones Shredder — “Sky… Read more »

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Nova Twins Find Balance On Parasites & Butterflies LP

After sharing dynamic singles such as “Piranha,” “Monsters,” and “Soprano,” Nova Twins have finally revealed their full record, Parasites & Butterflies, out everywhere via Marshall Records. The duo says, “‘Parasites & Butterflies’ is about the bridge between chaos and beauty, embracing and accepting both sides. ‘Supernova’ was about being superhuman in a time when we needed to be. With ‘Parasites & Butterflies’, we wanted to showcase something deeply human: how vulnerability can be as empowering as it is revealing in its honesty. By playing with opposites, light and shade, you can feel a contrast throughout the album. You’ll find songs… Read more »

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Halsey Invites Us Back To Badlands With Album Anniversary Tour

Believe it or not…and we can’t comprehend it…Halsey‘s Badlands turns 10 years old today. Released on August 28, 2015, their debut record—a concept album about a dystopian society—boasts hit singles such as “Ghost,” “New Americana,” “Colors,” and more. To celebrate the momentous occasion, Halsey didn’t just drop music videos for “Gasoline,” she also announced Back To Badlands anniversary tour dates. So, it’s time to dye your hair blue or get a wig! Their Instagram post reads, “One countdown has ended and a new one begins. Visit Badlands before it visits you…” The tour is beginning soon, and officially kicks off… Read more »

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TX2 & DeathbyRomy Unleash Vampiric Love Song, “Feed”

TX2 and DeathbyRomy just joined forces on a brand new track, “Feed.” The sultry metal track is just what your playlist calls for this spooky season. Preceded by singles “Infamous,” “MAD,” and “HOSTAGE (they will not erase us),” and “Hollow Frame,” “Feed” is a heavy track for all the romantics out there. TX2 shares, “This song is about how love can be all-consuming, and also a pivotal portion of our concept album. If you want the real story… watch the music video.” So, set your alarms for Friday, August 29, at 2 PM ET for the video’s premiere. Check out the new… Read more »

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Joyce Manor Drops 100 Gecs-Inspired “All My Friends Are So Depressed”

Wake up, besties…Joyce Manor is back after three years away! Marking their grand return since 2022’s LP 40 oz. to Fresno, the group has unleashed “All My Friends Are So Depressed,” via Epitaph Records. Uniquely, the acoustic-laced emo track is inspired by 100 Gecs. Frontman Barry Johnson says, “The first line I came up with for this song was ‘lord above in a Tecate truck’ after passing a Tecate delivery truck with Jesus shit all over it on the freeway driving back to Long Beach after a show in Fresno. While searching for a line that rhymed with ‘lord above… Read more »

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Mayday Parade Shares “Under My Sweater” From Upcoming ‘Sad’ LP

Ahead of their international tour dates, Mayday Parade has revealed the official music video for their new song, “Under My Sweater.” Alongside the release, the legendary pop-punk group shared that Sad, the second installment of their three-part record, is set for arrival on October 3. Pre-order the LP here. Frontman Derek Sanders says, “It’s difficult to sing about a sweater without invoking Weezer, but that’s part of what I love about this song. ‘Under My Sweater’ wears its inspirations on its sleeve and feels both a part of old school nostalgic emo as well as something modern and a step… Read more »