There’s this sensation when you’re experiencing a good book and a great album that feels somewhere in between flying and falling. It’s a weightlessness that has many readers and listeners searching for that next spell of satisfaction. Bringing the two mediums together might just be the delicious fix. Like a proper cheese and wine pairing, these 9 combinations of alternative albums and classic literature might give you that delectable feeling of floating. 1. ‘Wuthering Heights’ by Emily Brontë & Take Me Back To Eden by Sleep Token Wuthering Heights’ Katherine and Heathcliff are the exemplars of a toxic, tragic relationship.… Read more »
New York rock and hardcore hero Jesse Malin officially shared a new song from his upcoming Silver Patron Saints: The Songs Of Jesse Malin. Previously, the artist shared Bleachers‘ rendition of “Prisoners of Paradise” ahead of the full LP’s September 20 release date. Today, Malin and Green Day‘s Billie Joe Armstrong shared the “Bobby Sox” singer’s cover of “Black Haired Girl.” The compilation record spans Malin’s entire discography from Heart Attack to D Generation all the way to his solo work—and all of Malin’s hits are covered by his best music friends. All proceeds from the forthcoming record will directly… Read more »
It is with deep sorrow that we report the sudden passing of Bill Crook, the former bassist of the Spiritbox and the pop-punk act Living With Lions. His death was announced approximately seven hours ago via musician Kai Turmann’s Instagram, in which Turmann shared a heartfelt message of disbelief with fans. Turmann’s statement reads, “Hi everyone. I have some absolutely devastating news to share. I’m so profoundly sad to say that our friend Bill Crook has passed away. He was a friend to so many, and a dear friend to me since we were children. Bill was, and is, loved… Read more »
After years of being besties on the road and in the scene, ska kings Less Than Jake and Goldfinger have finally released their first official collab. The two acts put their horns together to add a new spin on Post Malone and Morgan Wallen‘s chart-topping, country-tinged 2024 hit, “I Had Some Help.” Less Than Jake frontman Chris DeMakes says, “It’s no secret that Less Than Jake and Goldfinger have known each other and been friends forever. It’s also no secret that [Goldfinger vocalist] John Feldmann is a world-renowned record producer. So, when your friend hits you up and asks if… Read more »
Grayscale is helping fans beat the heat with their sun-soaked new single “Summer Clothes.” The vibrant new track acts as the latest preview to the band’s forthcoming, currently untitled full-length album, which is scheduled to arrive in early 2025. “The music Grayscale has been writing is focused heavily on who we are, how we were raised, and where we are from,” vocalist Collin Walsh shares in a press release.” If you live in the Northeast or anywhere with cold seasons, you know that there comes a time every year where you swap winter clothes into storage and break out your… Read more »
On Episode #297 of Wesam’s World, Primetime Wesam is back baby! You know, and as I’m writing this, I have no idea what I’m allowed to say…..You’re better off just tuning in and hearing it come from Wesam himself! Come join us for an episode after some long traveling from the gang and get a great restart for the next week!
Trash Boat just launched a heavy-hitting collaboration with I Prevail‘s Eric Vanlerberghe, “Be Someone.” Preceded by “Delusions Of Grandeur,” “Liar Liar,” and “Break You,” the new single is accompanied by a black-and-white tinged music video. In addition to the pop-punk and metal-fused track, Trash Boat also announced their forthcoming record, Heaven Can Wait. Their fourth studio LP is set to arrive on October 4 via Hopeless Records. Trash Boat lead vocalist Tobi Duncan shares, “Eric’s wife was actually a fan of Trash Boat, which was how we ended up touring with them in the first place. We got on great… Read more »
Armor For Sleep is making a grand return to the scene with their first new music since 2022’s The Rain Museum. “In Another Dream,” out via Equal Vision Records, is an upbeat pop-punk track infused with somber, relatable lyrics about loss and grief. On their Instagram, lead vocalist Ben Jorgensen shared what the song means to him. “This song was a tough one for me to write (Ben speaking here) as it’s about me dealing with losing something very special in my life,” he says. “Maybe one day I will be able to fully explain where this song came from, but… Read more »
Ryan Woods is the kind of artist who can turn a sub-par day into a bright and shining one just through his music. He possesses the rare qualities of a pop star, evident in his charismatic performance style, bold fashion, and suave swagger. Don’t be fooled by his mainstream exterior; everything he does contains hints of an indie/alt edge that snagged the attention of Fearless Records and got him signed to their global roster this year. His latest release, “Garden,” is a milestone single that marks a fresh era for Ryan‘s pop music trajectory. It’s his first release under the… Read more »
JORDY came by the idobi Radio Studios to chat with Fish on Gone Fishkin all about the release of his latest album, SEX WITH MYSELF, which officially dropped last month on June 14. During the interview, JORDY talks about how this album is all about self-love and departing from his heartbreak anthems that appeared on his last release. Even though JORDY isn’t a club-goer himself, he shares how he made these songs for the clubs for people to enjoy. SEX WITH MYSELF leans into JORDY’s independence and what it meant to find himself and fall deeper in love with himself.… Read more »
