Aaron West And The Roaring Twenties are ready to hit the road throughout the U.S. and the UK this spring. Recently, the 16-person ensemble released the title track of their forthcoming record, “In Lieu Of Flowers,” marked by euphoria-inducing horns, eclectic orchestral strings, and even an accordion. The project is headed by The Wonder Years‘ Dan Campbell who portrays the persona of “Aaron West.” The fictional musical narrative is marked with grief, divorce, and death, which has ultimately caused myriad complications. The group’s upcoming album, In Lieu Of Flowers, arrives on April 12 via Hopeless Records. Five years after their… Read more »
Charlotte Sands has officially launched her independent debut album, can we start over? Inspired by the concept of embracing new beginnings, whether it’s through “restarting a relationship,” growing in your career, or other transformative moments in life, the anthemic nine-track release was surely worth the wait. From the previously released singles “blindspot,” “use me,” “pity,” and “get over it,” to the standout single “on the outside” featuring Point North, can we start over? is a declaration of confidence, strength, vulnerability, and embracing change. Earlier this week, before the official release, Sands shared her debut record exclusively with idobi Radio listeners… Read more »
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Militarie Gun has teamed up with Manchester Orchestra to rework their track, “My Friends Are Having A Hard Time.” The collaboration is off of the fast-rising Los Angeles group’s incoming EP, Life Under The Sun, and comes out on January 26 via Loma Vista. The collection is comprised of five tracks plus features Bully’s Alicia Bognanno, Mannequin Pussy, and a NOFX cover. Read more: So What?! Music Fest Announces Lineup Featuring Underoath, Skillet, & More Everyone needs some East Coast emo edge, and the union between both acts highlights the versatility of Militarie Gun. The indie rockers break down the… Read more »
In the wake of their highly anticipated sophomore full-length album, wear your heart out, which arrived independently in August 2023, the dynamic trio, Nightly, stopped by the idobi Radio Studio in Los Angeles for a special performance of “like i do.” The group’s latest album, featuring the captivating track that the trio brought to life in the studio, serves as the follow-up to their their well-received debut album, 2020’s night, love you. Watch more: Blind Channel Covers Backstreet Boys’ “Everybody (Backstreet’s Back)” At idobi Studios Delving into the heart of “like i do,” Nightly delicately stripped away the track’s shimmering,… Read more »
Following the release of their latest full-length album, Losing What We Love, in October, Knuckle Puck has announced a string of tour dates in the UK alongside Shoreline. The Chicago natives will head overseas for four tour dates ahead of supporting Neck Deep in London, UK, at Alexandra Palace. The band was also announced today for a performance at So What?! Fest in Fort Worth, TX, on June 1. Below, you can check out their announced touring schedule for 2024 thus far and get tickets to see Knuckle Puck perform here. Tour Dates: More on Knuckle Puck: Ahead of their… Read more »
Turnstile GLOW ON with their new Converse collab. The hardcore band turned viral music act will release shoes with the iconic company on Friday, January 26. The announcement was made via a YouTube video directed by bandmates Brandon Yates and Pat McCroy. The capsule collection will feature two different styles with varying designs on each. Because of their passion for skateboarding, the silhouettes chosen are the Converse Chuck 70 and One Star Pro. The classic canvas of the Chuck design will feature a simple black color with graphics that pay homage to their 2021 album. For those who want to… Read more »
Ahead of her forthcoming LP, Laura Jane Grace has shared one final single, “Birds Talk Too.” The 11-track Hole In My Head arrives everywhere on February 16. Pre-orders are available here. “Birds Talk Too,” an upbeat, groovy track, offers classic rock vibes that are sure to brighten your day. Singles “Hole In My Head,” “Dysphoria Hoodie,” and “Cuffing Season” arrived ahead of the album release as well. Check out the latest single below. “10 years ago I started getting tattooed by a Japanese tattoo artist named Gakkin,” Grace explains. “I traveled all around the world getting the work done literally… Read more »
The Plot In You has returned with a new single and accompanying music video for the raw, earnest track “Closure.” The song precedes the band’s forthcoming EP Vol. 2, which will arrive on May 3 via Fearless Records. Pre-orders are available here. On January 12, the band released the Vol. 1 EP featuring the likes of the metamorphic “Left Behind” and grueling “Forgotten.” You can order the EP on vinyl here. The Plot In You‘s latest release sees the band at one of their most vulnerable moments. “I know it’s falling apart/There’s nothing left of us/I guess I’m here because/I… Read more »
After delivering mesmerizing performances of their hit tracks, “DEADZONE” and their 2021 Eurovision Song Contest track, “Dark Side,” which garnered the nu-metal act a sixth-place placement at the competition, Blind Channel is back…alright! This time, they’ve brought all of the gooey boy-band goodness to life at the idobi Radio Studios with their cover of the Backstreet Boys’ “Everybody (Backstreet’s Back).” The six-piece—comprised of duo vocalists Joel Hokka and Niko Moilanen, guitarist Joonas Porko, bassist Olli Matela, drummer Tommi Lalli, and percussionist Aleksi Kaunisvesi—clad in all black, brings a playful albeit dark essence to the 1997 pop sensation. While the whole… Read more »
