Bonnie McKee‘s got the real Midas touch! She left her mark on 2010s POP music writing 10 #1 singles that sold over 30 million copies worldwide and defined an era of “escapist pop”. She wrote hits for Katy Perry, Britney Spears, Taio Cruz, Kesha, Cher, Christina Aguilera, among others. And Bonnie’s not just writing hits for others—her own tracks like ‘American Girl’ and ‘Forever 21’ are total bops too. Her journey mentoring under songwriting legend Max Martin, and getting a front row seat to the music industry “machine” has been a blessing and heroine’s journey for Bonnie, helping her slay… Read more »
Musician and artist Jhariah recently stopped by the idobi Radio Studios to chat with Fish on Gone Fishkin about his newest album, TRUST CEREMONY. The pair also discussed the major influences behind Jhariah’s music, his progression as an artist, and how music serves as a full-circle reflection on his creative process and progress. Favorite artists and sounds influenced the outcome of his sophomore album, an album five years in the making. Jhariah emphasizes the impact of J-Rock (Japanese Rock) as a significant inspiration to the sound on the album, as well as emo classics close to his heart, such as… Read more »
What happens when you mix Dungeons & Dragons with seasoned musicians Jay Gilkay (Evel), Todd Bell (Braid, Hey Mercedes), Dan Didier (The Promise Ring, Maritime), Brett Schwandt (Evel, Ceilishrine) and Eric Arsnow (Tigernite, Devils Teeth)? Well, you get D&D-inspired rock band Fight Dice, of course. Following the release of their debut single “Magic Pact,” the group has returned with their new track and music video for “Attack The Drider.” Both tracks are set to appear on their forthcoming thematic album Total Party Kill, due out on September 20. Bell shares, “During the pandemic, we were immersed in playing ‘D&D’ together online to ward off boredom and stay socially connected. When we could see… Read more »
Origami Angel just dropped their new single “Wretched Trajectory” and its accompanying social media-inspired music video. The track is preceded by “Dirty Mirror Selfie” and “Where Blue Light Blooms,” and will be available on their fourth studio album, Feeling Not Found. The record is scheduled to drop on September 28 via Counter Intuitive. Brimming with friends and fans who came out to shoot the music video, “Wretched Trajectory” also features a good dog who steals the show. Produced by Will Yip, the bright pop-rock single offers beachy riffs and cheeky lyrics that solidify the Gami Gang as fall playlist stars. Check out… Read more »
The My Chemical Romance fans are absolutely living this summer. First, in August, Gerard Way appeared at the premiere for the fourth season of his comic book-turned Netflix series, The Umbrella Academy. Additionally, Frank Iero dropped new single “This Song Is A Curse…” in celebration of the 10th anniversary of Stomachaches. Finally, Mikey Way posted a cryptic My Chemical Romance setlist on his Instagram. Could this mean a new tour is underway? This setlist is comprised of the tracks from 2006’s The Black Parade. This is the record that the band will be playing in its entirety at this year’s… Read more »
Following their explosive run on the debut idobi Radio Summer School Tour, which concluded this past weekend, Magnolia Park has officially unleashed their ferocious new single, “The Void.” The group shares across their social platforms, “Our new song “The Void” is out now! This song means the world to us and is about dealing with paranoia and depression.” Originally making its debut at the kick-off date of the Summer School Tour on July 10 in Cleveland, OH, the track opens with a chilling glitched-out voiceover that announces, “Welcome to The Void.” The song then erupts, unleashing a tempest of thunderous… Read more »
No matter how much new Frank Iero music we get, it’s never quite enough—at least for this writer. Today, the New Jersey legend has announced the 10th Anniversary edition of Stomachaches, titled XNauseousX. Released on August 26, 2014, this album marked Iero’s debut as a solo artist following My Chemical Romance’s undefined hiatus. Now, its 10th-anniversary edition is set to drop on August 30. Additionally, Iero has unleashed a brand new single, “This Song Is A Curse…” “It’s pretty wild having to sit down and think about putting together a 10-year anniversary edition of a record that you originally had… Read more »
The Devil Wears Prada announced that their fall tour is going to have another stellar band on their lineup. Beginning in October this year, the metalcore mainstays are scheduled to hit the road with support from Silent Planet, Like Moths To Flames, Greyhaven, and new addition SeeYouSpaceCowboy. “One tour closes, another one opens! Stoked to announce we’re hitting the road with @TDWPband this fall on the TDWP IS ETERNAL tour,” SeeYouSpaceCowboy says. The upcoming TDWP IS ETƎRNAL tour kicks off on October 25 in Grand Rapids at The Intersection and wraps up on December 1 in Albuquerque at El Rey. You can check out… Read more »
Pale Waves announced that their forthcoming album Smitten will drop one week later than expected. The album was initially scheduled for release on September 20, and will now arrive on September 27 via Dirty Hit. On social media, the band shared, “Due to unforeseen circumstances, we’ve had to push the release date of ‘Smitten’ back to 27th September. We’re really sorry but promise it will be worth the wait…” Currently, fans can enjoy Smitten singles, “Gravity,“ “Glasgow” and “Perfume.” You can pre-order your record here. Pale Waves will tour the UK starting in September for album release week, before two special,… Read more »
Bishop Briggs is back in her new era with the yearning, sultry pop-rock track and accompanying music video for “Mona Lisa On A Mattress.” Preceded by January 24 one-off single “Triumph,” the new track is set to appear on her forthcoming record Tell My Therapist I’m Fine, due out October 18 via Virgin Records. Bishop Briggs shares, “’Mona Lisa On A Mattress’ is about a messy, sexy, toxic relationship I fell hopelessly into. I wrote it with one of my close friends, Jack LaFrantz, who helped me laugh my way through this chapter of girlhood I hadn’t quite unpacked.” These themes… Read more »
