Aaron West And The Roaring Twenties know how to make a comeback. Today, the ensemble has released their third single, “Alone At St. Luke’s” from their upcoming album, In Lieu Of Flowers. The album will arrive on April 12 and continue the narrative story of the evolving, fictional life of Aaron West. Boisterous vocals, glorious trumpets, and tied together with banging drums, the group delivers a song that triumphantly draws a scene of hopeful desperation. Vocalist Dan Campbell explains that this song came from a COVID contraction during the band’s 2022 UK tour. “It became an indelible part of the… Read more »
It has been quite a few years of ups and downs for Games We Play. His debut record, Life’s Going Great, released via Fueled By Ramen/DCD2 Records, focuses on what we lose when we follow our dreams. Shining the spotlight on insecurity, burn-out, and a broken marriage, Emmyn Calleiro, the mastermind behind the project, writes about the side of success that is rarely discussed but often felt immensely. His lyrics are unapologetically honest, cutting straight to the substance of everything that has happened in the last 12 months. But rather than wallowing, Games We Play turns his pain into self-deprecating… Read more »
After weeks of speculation, twenty-one pilots have finally announced their new album, Clancy, and dropped the first single, “Overcompensate.” The LP is slated to be released on May 17 and marks the duo’s sixth studio album. The music video opens with a body of dark blue water, followed by an urgent-sounding synth that mimics an alarm, building tension before transitioning into a jazzy, drum-led section of the song accompanied by a distorted voice welcoming everyone back to Trench. Vocalist Tyler Joseph slowly chimes in with the lines, “I created this world/To feel some control/Destroy it if I want it/So I… Read more »
phem has enlisted the vibrant talents of Waterparks’ frontman Awsten Knight for her latest anthemic single, “cheerleader,” accompanied by an electrifying and downright fun music video. “cheerleader” will appear on phem’s forthcoming debut album, which will arrive via Hopeless Records. The song begins with a warm, sun-kissed melody carried by gentle guitar strums as phem sings, “I can be my own cheerleader/You can do it/You can do it,” setting the stage for the spirited journey that unfolds. As the music video takes us through the streets of LA, both phem and Knight, with their vividly dyed hair, add an extra… Read more »
Alt-pop artist Knox is staying busy this year with another new single, “Me, Myself, & Your Eyes.” The track includes a sultry music video set-up that’ll leave anyone weak in the knees with its intoxicating and addictive sound. “We don’t want anybody else here, but us/I don’t need too much tonight/Just, me, myself and your eyes,” reverberates in the chorus. The backdrop of the music video showcases the Nashville artist ready to indulge in a romantic dinner, with the camera set up as a first-person point-of-view with the watcher being in the hot seat. Throughout the evening sequence, he showcases… Read more »
We have officially reached the finish line of our 100 Rising Artists You Need To Listen To In 2024! With the new year in full swing, we hope that idobi Radio has exposed you to some of the most exciting, rising artists across a multitude of genres through this series. Who knows? Maybe we’ll even expand it further next year *wink wink.* One thing is for sure: we will absolutely continue to bring you the best new music from your next favorite artists. Thank you for joining idobi Radio in showcasing 100 Rising Artists You Need To Listen To In… Read more »
Arriving with a witty accompanying music video, Letdown. has unleashed their latest offering, “Hate Myself.” The track, while analyzing why people compartmentalize self-hatred, transforms into an anthem across the clever chorus. As the chorus boldly proclaims, “If I hate myself today/What makes it different than any other day,” it serves as the focal point of the single. However, it is the accompanying video that elevates the experience, offering a much-needed dose of comedic relief. With Max Moore at the helm of the music video, renowned for his directorial work on notable videos such as Neck Deep‘s “STFU,” JXDN and Travis… Read more »
Lil Lotus releases an acoustic version of “blame me for everything,” and taps MOD SUN for guest vocals. The reimagined track comes from his upcoming album, Nosebleeder (Deluxe), which arrives on March 22 via Epitaph Records. This will extend his 2023 sophomore LP and include five stripped-down songs. The emo rapper is known for energetic, provocative lyrics in his music. Partnered with booming beats and roaring guitars, it’s in-your-face and abrasive in a good way. This pivot to something softer somberizes the message, imbuing it with an almost defeated tone. “Sometimes your love is a loaded gun/You can blame me… Read more »
With their final album, Heaven :x: Hell, only a month out from release, Sum 41 has unleashed the newest preview to their 20-track double record, “Waiting On A Twist Of Fate.” The group’s final record will arrive via Rise Records on March 29. Across their electrifying new single, the band unleashes a surge of high-octane energy. Serving as the third preview of their highly anticipated upcoming album, the track ignites a frenzy of sound. Set against the backdrop of Fat Mike’s Punk Rock Museum in Las Vegas, NV, the band delivers a rowdy performance amidst an awe-inspiring collection of punk… Read more »
My name’s Blurryface, and I’m back. twenty one pilots are teasing their return with a new era and an extended, cryptic video posted to their Instagram. In signature TØP fashion, this new phase includes heavy band lore and even names the iconic figure of their second album while threading in other characters to create their own mythical world. “I AM CLANCY” reads the opening title sequence. A fresh sheet of typewriter paper continues on with a monologue from frontman Tyler Joseph aka Clancy. “I am trapped. Stuck in a cycle, I have never been able to break. I want to… Read more »
