It’s Friday and love is in the air! 2025 has already proved to be one of the strongest years for new music evident in our weekly Fresh 5 spotlight. With so many incredible new releases this week, it was next to impossible to narrow down five of the best in alternative, indie, and metal. This week, listen to new hits from The Wonder Years, Cydeways, and more. Tune in to idobi Radio to catch these must-hear tracks and more. Download the FREE idobi App to discover new music every.single.day. The Wonder Years — “Junebug” For those who want to cry… Read more »
Recent Hopeless Records signees Autumn Kings have unleashed their electrifying new single, “Snake Charmer.” Hot on the heels of their breakout hit “Sleep When I’m Dead,” the trio weaves their alluring charm into the track. The band shares, “‘Snake Charmer’ is our relentless revenge anthem! We brought in an ominous flute performance (a first for us!) with playfully sinister lyrics and hectic riffs. We wanted to make this rocker cathartic for those wronged by narcissistic manipulators—I think we all know what that’s like.” Read more: 18 Artist Predictions for Warped Tour 2025 They continue, “In ‘Snake Charmer,’ the victim becomes the victor, combating psychological… Read more »
One of idobi Radio’s most-anticipated albums of 2025 has officially dropped: L.S. Dunes‘ Violet. After releasing singles such as “Fatal Deluxe,” “Paper Tigers,” “Violet,” and “Machines,” the band’s second studio LP, preceded by debut album Past Lives, is available now via Fantasy Records. Alongside the record’s release, L.S. Dunes also released a new music video for “Forgiveness.” Guitarist Travis Stever (Coheed and Cambria) says that “[‘Forgiveness’] is a song that lived in all of us for years. We had it in us way before we even knew each other. We could only bring it to life together. Each individual brings… Read more »
Nova Twins have returned with their first new single in two years titled “Monsters.” “‘Monsters’ is about awakening to and understanding your mental health,” the duo shares. “Growing up, we often look outward, absorbing what life throws at us. Over time, the good and bad experiences start to settle. Before learning to navigate these feelings, you may face self-loathing, anxiety, and a fear of who you’ve become. Confronting these emotions, breathing through them, and opening up to someone can help. Many people struggle with mental health, and this song aims to show vulnerability and let our audience know they’re not… Read more »
After cryptically teasing the recorded version of their unreleased single “Better Days,” Yellowcard has basically confirmed that a new record is coming. On January 13, Yellowcard took to Instagram to share their album recording checklist. While no song titles were revealed, X marks seem to indicate that most, if not all, of the rhythm guitar, bass, and strings have been tracked. The photo caption reads, “Stay tuned.” And fans in the comments are absolutely ready for whenever more info drops. “13 songs we are so back,” one Instagram user commented. “Yellowcard full length album before GTA 6,” another said. This… Read more »
Following the release of her 2024 singles “21” and “Nightly,” Caroline Reilly is beginning 2025 with a bang. The Atlanta-based pop-rocker dropped a dazzling cover of Kesha‘s “Die Young,” the hit single from her 2012 album Warrior. With punk riffs and soaring emo vocals, this glitter-meets-grunge cover is one to add from the daring rising artist. “Covering ‘Die Young’ was a no-brainer for me,” Reilly explains. “Kesha’s music embodies a carefree spirit that I deeply resonate with —it’s a nostalgic reminder of those wild, messy nights in the 2010s. In a world that feels way too polished and pristine, I… Read more »
It seems like Yellowcard is teasing new music, and we couldn’t be more thrilled. On January 7, the band took to Instagram and TikTok to share stories of what sounds like the recorded version of the track “Better Days,” which they debuted live in Glasgow. The 22-second post merely shows a speaker seemingly blaring a dazzling vocal run from William Ryan Key. Check out the official story below and stay tuned for *fingers crossed* an official release date. Recently, in the fall of 2024, Yellowcard had the chance to appear on Disney’s A Whole New Sound pop-punk compilation album with Against The Current‘s Chrissy… Read more »
Get ready to kick off your 2025 with a heaping dose of scene nostalgia. Emo Night Brooklyn is celebrating their 10-year anniversary with a dazzling lineup on January 25 at the Brooklyn Paramount, which includes Cobra Starship‘s Gabe Saporta, Sleeping With Sirens‘ Kellin Quinn, and The Maine‘s John O’Callaghan. More special guests include Knocked Loose‘s Kevin “Pac Sun” Kaine, Hot Mulligan‘s Chris Freeman, The Starting Line‘s Ken Vasoli, State Champs‘ Derek Discanio, Hellogoodbye‘s Forrest Kline, and Daisy Grenade. Plus, one special guest is still yet to be announced. Emo Night Brooklyn shared, “The wait is over! Meet your guests for… Read more »
Following the massive success of their first new single in 13 years, legendary emo outfit Thursday has released their new track, “White Bikes.” The single arrives on the 25th anniversary of their first song release, which would have been featured on their 1999 debut album Waiting. The group shares in an Instagram post, “SURPRISE! We’ve been blown away by your support this year: you’ve bought our merch, come to our shows, streamed our music. In April we dropped our first song in over a decade. Then in June we had the opportunity to spend some time at @hansastudios in Berlin,… Read more »
Noelle Sucks came by idobi Radio to talk all about her EP Life Is Sweet which is out now via Graveboy Records. The EP has 2 never-before-heard songs along with her previously released singles, “Nonchalant” and “Copy Your Keys,” which features Spencer Chamberlain of Underoath. Not only did Noelle open a sold-out idobi Radio Summer School date this summer in Anaheim, but she’ll be performing alongside Cobra Starship, 3OH!3, and more at Emo Nite Day on December 8 at The Hollywood Palladium. (You can enter for a chance to win free tickets courtesy of idobi Radio by downloading the free… Read more »
