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36 Iconic July Album Anniversaries For Alternative Music Fans

The dog days of summer call for some absolute bangers from the alternative world. Luckily, year after year, some of the most beloved acts in rock and emo unleashed dazzling LPs in the month of July to keep our playlists in tip-top shape. From Sublime‘s 1996 self-titled and My Chemical Romance‘s debut, I Brought You My Bullets, You Brought Me Your Love, all the way to Pierce The Veil‘s Collide With The Sky and Jimmy Eat World‘s Bleed American, these 36 album anniversaries will give you something to celebrate all month long. blink-182 — California Released on: July 1, 2016, via… Read more »

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The Dirty Nil Salutes The Road Dogs On “Rock N’ Roll Band”

The Dirty Nil is gearing up for the release of their new album, The Lash, set to arrive on July 25 via Dine Alone Records. Today, the group released a new single from the upcoming LP, “Rock N’ Roll Band.” The cheeky song has a fresh, undeniable aggression that takes direct aim at the pitfalls of the music industry. “Someone else is getting rich/Not you/That’s what you’re gonna do,” the lyrics utter. In short… it’s a perfect track for anyone who is enraged at the broken systems they’re stuck inside. Vocalist frontman Luke Bentham shares, “This is the first song I wrote… Read more »

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Music Executive Dave Shapiro Tragically Passes Away in Plane Crash

Dave Shapiro—a well-respected music industry executive who opened doors for hundreds of alternative artists in the scene—has tragically passed away today, May 22, 2025, in a small jet plane crash in San Diego, CA. He had just turned 42 years old in January. A godfather of the scene, Shapiro was a driving force in the world of artist management, booking, and touring. As a co-founder of Sound Talent Group and owner of Velocity Records, he helped guide the careers of countless alternative artists. His vision, tireless drive, and deep respect for musicians made him a beloved professional and trusted voice… Read more »

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Attack Attack! Return With “Dance!” Featuring Will Ramos & Announce LP

So, Attack Attack!‘s Andrew Wetzel may have been fibbing on idobi Radio when he said the band broke up and that he was selling out to perform country music. On May 9, the band dropped not one, but two singles, “Dance!” featuring Lorna Shore‘s Will Ramos as well as “Chainless.” Excitingly, the tracks are set to appear on their Attack Attack! II, their first LP release since 2012. The 11-track album will arrive on August 8 via Oxide Records. “Dance!” and “Chainless” offer a refreshing fusion of dance pop EDM and metal breakdowns, perfect for the Warped Tour scene adult… Read more »

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Real Friends & Oliver Baxxter Cover The Used Hit “The Taste Of Ink”

Real Friends is currently on tour supporting Silverstein on their headlining run alongside Greyhaven and Broadside. And on this run, the band has pulled out a very special cover: “The Taste Of Ink” by The Used. In fact, at some tour stops, Broadside vocalist Oliver Baxxter joined them onstage to perform the iconic alternative track. Real Friends dropped an official video of one of their performances saying, “Give me a hell yeah if you’re into this.” Basically, we can’t scream “hell yeah” loud enough. Check out the collab below. Check out Real Friends’ full tour roster below and grab tickets… Read more »

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Silverstein Announce ‘Pink Moon’ LP Release, Drop “Negative Space”

Following the arrival of Antibloom, the first half of their double album released earlier this year, Silverstein has announced the details for its companion, Pink Moon. Arriving on September 12 via UNFD, the second installment features guest appearances from powerhouse vocalists Rory Rodriguez (Dayseeker) and Cassadee Pope (formerly of Hey Monday), who lend their talents to the release. Additionally, the band has also shared the first glimpse of the new release with their latest single, “Negative Space,” which guitarist Paul Marc Rousseau describes as creating an “off-balance” feeling. “It’s almost like it’s slightly too fast, so it’s always trying to catch up to itself,” he… Read more »

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Warped Tour Announces Unplugged Performances in DC

With Warped Tour hitting the DC circuit in t-minus 6 weeks, the festival has announced the unplugged stage and list of performances. Warped Tour shares on their social platforms, “Introducing: Warped Unplugged D.C. An up-close stage experience where artists, comedians, & speakers deliver unfiltered sets. W/ art installations, nonprofit pop-ups, & an interactive graffiti wall, this is more than a stage! It’s a co-creative art installation for connection.” Warped Tour founder Kevin Lyman initially revealed in the debut, exclusive episode of idobi Warped Radio earlier this year that the festival would be unveiling an acoustic stage. He shared, “We still… Read more »

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Linkin Park Drop “Unshatter” Ahead Of Deluxe Album Release

Ahead of their April tour dates, Linkin Park has dropped a new song and visualizer for “Unshatter.” The track will appear on the group’s forthcoming From Zero (Deluxe Edition), due out on May 16. You can pre-order your copy here. Mike Shinoda says, “‘Unshatter’ was an early track we made while recording From Zero. Emily’s huge vocal in the bridge was one of the moments that gave us an indication of what was possible together.” Check out Linkin Park’s 2025 touring schedule below and purchase tickets here. Tour Dates: Read more: 7 Female Punk Artists Leading The Genre Read more: Linkin Park Wins Best Rock Group at… Read more »

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Your Ultimate 420 Survival Guide

Get prepped, get high, and have the best day ever 4/20 is the holiday for the cannabis community. It’s a day to chill, consume freely, reflect on the plant’s journey, and get gloriously lifted with your favorite people—or solo, which is a whole vibe too. Whether you’re a veteran toker or new to the sesh life, a little prep can make all the difference. Here’s your go-to guide to making this 4/20 your smoothest, chillest, most snack-filled celebration yet: 1. Stash Up & Score the Deals Dispensaries drop fire deals on 4/20, and heads up, they also get slammed. BUT!… Read more »

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Badflower Tackles Pet Loss On “Paws” & Announces ‘No Place Like Home’

Badflower has officially announced that a new album is coming. No Place Like Home is set for release on June 20 via Big Machine Rock. It will feature previously released singles “London,” “Haunting You,” and “Detroit.” Today, the rock quartet launched a new, deeply relatable track, “Paws.” Lead singer Josh Katz notes, “Losing a pet is a very serious thing. It’s something I’ve been through, and I know a lot of other people have been through. I live on a farm by myself in the middle of nowhere, so I don’t have very many friends. My animals are my whole… Read more »