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The Simpsons Kills Off Character After 35 Seasons

It’s time to pour one out, a Duff Beer, that is…because one Simpsons character has officially died. On a November 16 episode of the longest-running animated show, the writers wrote off none other than Alice Glick, the First Church organist. It was a quick death, as she died doing what she loved—playing the organ during Sunday worship. She first appeared on the show in their season 2 episode “Three Men and a Comic Book.” Originally voiced by Cloris Leachman, the character was later picked up by Tress MacNeille. Notably, The Simpsons executive producer Tim Long exclusively shared with PEOPLE Magazine:… Read more »

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MOTHICA Calls Out Vampiric Relationships On “Evergreen Misery”

On Tuesday, November 11, MOTHICA made her grand return to the music world with the release of her song and music video for “Evergreen Misery.” And this time, the artist is officially signed to her new label home, SharpTone Records. The single is preceded by the release of her 2024 record Kissing Death, as well as her single “Vices II.” MOTHICA notes, “Writing ‘Evergreen Misery’ was a journey full of every twist and turn you could imagine. I was a few months out of rehab, and I needed to release this simmering anger and deep melancholy that I was numbing for… Read more »

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YUNGBLUD, Spiritbox, & More Nominated For 2026 Rock & Metal Grammys

The 2026 Grammy nominations were just revealed, and the alternative, metal, and rock categories are full of some amazing picks. From Spiritbox‘s performance of “Soft Spine” and “Emergence” by Sleep Token to YUNGBLUD‘s Idols and Turnstile‘s Never Enough, we can’t wait to see who takes home the win. Plus, the nominations stream featured a cameo appearance from Sharon, Jack, and Kelly Osbourne, who presented these categories in honor of the late, great Ozzy Osbourne. Check out the full list of rock and metal nominees below. Best Rock Album: private music — DeftonesI Quit — HAIMFrom Zero — Linkin ParkNever Enough… Read more »

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Hayley Williams Performs “Smack A Bitch” With Rico Nasty

The Hayley Williams side quests continue, and this time, she appeared onstage with the one and only Rico Nasty at her final tour stop at Los Angeles’ Fonda Theatre to perform “Smack A Bitch.” Rico Nasty recently released her rock and metal-infused album LETHAL in May, featuring singles such as “EAT ME!” and “TEETHSUCKER (YEA3X).” The Paradox x idobi Radio Exclusive T-Shirt Limited edition, printed-on-demand. Designed by Beepus (Beauty School Dropout) with creative direction from The Paradox. A collaboration capturing the energy of their debut EP NSFW and the future of alternative music. $29.99 Shop now Excitingly, this isn’t the… Read more »

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The Pretty Reckless Unveil Festive Christmas EP

After releasing their rockin’ reimagining of “Where Are You Christmas?” The Pretty Reckless has finally released their holiday EP, Taylor Momsen’s Pretty Reckless Christmas, featuring seven tracks that are sure to be in your December music rotation. The Paradox x idobi Radio Exclusive T-Shirt Limited edition, printed-on-demand. Designed by Beepus (Beauty School Dropout) with creative direction from The Paradox. A collaboration capturing the energy of their debut EP NSFW and the future of alternative music. $29.99 Shop now “Taylor Momsen’s Pretty Reckless Christmas started as just one song, but the moment we got into the studio, it took on a life… Read more »

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Watch Hayley Williams Debut “Good Ol’ Days” Live In NYC

If Hayley Williams‘ many Instagram posts were up and down your feed last night, don’t worry, she’s doing just fine. She was just sharing pieces and parts of the “Good Ol’ Days.” Her new song follows up the devastating “Parachute.” The Paradox x idobi Radio Exclusive T-Shirt Limited edition, printed-on-demand. Designed by Beepus (Beauty School Dropout) with creative direction from The Paradox. A collaboration capturing the energy of their debut EP NSFW and the future of alternative music. $29.99 Shop now The new track continues the themes of heartbreak and learning to live without your other half. With bouncy beats,… Read more »

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10 Artists That Could Headline When We Were Young in 2026

When We Were Young Fest has quickly become the Super Bowl of emo and pop-punk music, celebrating every generation of eyeliner-smeared nostalgia under the Las Vegas sun. With a stacked 2025 lineup featuring blink-182, Panic! At The Disco, and Avril Lavigne set to hit the stage this weekend, all eyes are already on next year. If the festival follows tradition, it’ll return on Saturday, October 17, and Sunday, October 18, 2026—and the big question is: who could possibly top that next year? Here are 10 artists who could easily take the headlining slot in 2026. Download the free idobi App… Read more »

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Limp Bizkit Bassist Sam Rivers Dies, Aged 48

Today, the rock world is mourning the loss of Sam Rivers, founding bassist of Limp Bizkit, who passed away at just 48 years old. Born on September 2, 1977, Rivers cofounded the band alongside drummer John Otto and lead vocalist Fred Durst in 1994. Rivers featured on all of Limp Bizkit’s six full-length albums, including their 1999 breakout album Significant Other and 2000’s Chocolate Starfish And The Hot Dog Flavored Water, which celebrated its 25th anniversary earlier this week on October 16. Rivers’ death was confirmed through a lengthy band statement, paying tribute to their friend and bandmate. The band… Read more »

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The Pretty Wild & Magnolia Park Collab On High-Octane “Afterlife”

Sister duo Jyl and Jules Wylde, aka The Pretty Wild, just teamed up with Magnolia Park for a high-octane new collab, “Afterlife.” Jules notes, “‘AFTERLIFE’ circles the idea of star-crossed souls bound by something ancient and unbreakable. Conceptually, it’s plucked from the kind of love you find in mythology and old tragedies, where you have this obsessive devotion and destruction. It isn’t perfect, but it’s dark, beautiful, and eternal.” Jyl adds, “‘AFTERLIFE’ explores the idea that love dynamics are rooted in codependent magnetism and resonance patterns. It asks, what happens when obsession doesn’t end with death, but carries ur soul… Read more »

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The Pretty Reckless Reimagines “Where Are You Christmas?” & Announces Holiday EP

In fact, there isn’t just one Pretty Reckless Christmas song…the band is releasing a whole EP digitally on October 31 and physically on November 14 via Fearless Records. Pre-order your copy of Taylor Momsen’s Pretty Reckless Christmas here. Read more: Ice Nine Kills Hails Tim Burton’s Batman On “The Laugh Track” Of the Christmas single, Momsen says, “Revisiting ‘Where Are You Christmas’ 25 years later feels like coming home to a part of myself I hadn’t seen in a long time. I was just a child when I first sang it, and I never could’ve imagined the way the song and… Read more »