Indie alt-pop darling Lauran Hibberd is turning up the excitement with her latest release, the empowering queer anthem “Mary.” But that’s not all—Hibberd has also announced the release of her forthcoming sophomore full-length Girlfriend Material. Her new collection will arrive on March 22, 2024, via Virgin Music. With “Mary” as the herald of what’s to come, the anticipation reaches a fever pitch for Hibberd’s eagerly-awaited record. “Mary” is a feel-good sensation that celebrates Hibberd’s personal journey as a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community. With a masterful blend of candor and infectious energy, she crafts a tongue-in-cheek anthem that resonates… Read more »
Indio Downey, poised to release his debut solo EP, Cigarettes In Bed, on January 19, 2024, beckons with a soul-stirring prelude—his latest single, “Dume.” This resonant composition stands as the third preview to the forthcoming 6-track opus, peeling back the layers of Downey’s past struggles with addiction. Under the guise of a symphony of shimmering synths, a heavy bassline, and Downey’s mellifluous delivery, “Dume” serves as a caustic metaphor, intricately entangling the threads of a fatal attraction to the seductive allure of self-destruction. In the broader view, Cigarettes In Bed emerges as a labyrinth of one’s own vulnerabilities and arduous… Read more »
After the gripping release of their fierce single “Vampyre” earlier this year, it’s no secret that New Years Day is priming themselves for an explosive 2024. The dynamic five-piece, fronted by the commanding Ash Costello, continues their momentum by unveiling their latest single, “Secrets.” Accompanying this exciting news is the announcement of their highly anticipated fifth album, Half Black Heart, slated for release on March 1, 2024. Of the group’s forthcoming release, Costello shares, “One of the reasons why Half Black Heart is so special is because we were able to reunite with our original lineup.” “Secrets” emerges as a… Read more »
As Bad Suns bask in the infinite joy emanating from their new EP, the six-track collection is more than meets the eye. In the creative universe of Christo Bowman, the visionary force of the group alongside Gavin Bennett (bass) and Miles Morris (drums), the group paints an ocean of emotions across each song, musing in on sorrow, pain, and joy. Ultimately, the amalgamation of the tracks on Infinite Joy reflects a picture of immense personal growth and resilience. In idobi Radio’s exclusive interview with Bowman, the vocalist/guitarist hones in on the influences that fueled the writing and recording of Infinite… Read more »
Realizing that getting older hits hard sometimes, Garzi and Memphis May Fire‘s Matty Mullins get it. Garzi’s new single “GrowingUp” features the Mullins to create an ode to the craziness of maturing while still trying to hold onto adolescence. In tandem, Garzi announced that he has signed to Sumerian Records. The genre-blending artist says the song “is the coming-of-age youth anthem representing the anxiety around responsibility and the inevitable loss of innocence. It touches on the battle of the human mind and human experience while fighting to never let go of nostalgic experiences and values. I know growing up is… Read more »
The energetic vocalist of Magnolia Park, Joshua Roberts, has announced his debut solo EP Good For You. It comes out on December 15 courtesy of Epitaph. His latest single, “Darkness” gives us a taste of what to expect from the upcoming release. Embarking on an exciting musical path, Roberts’ newest venture experiments with alternative R&B. The seamless transition from vibrant pop-punk to this new sound showcases the versatility of his voice and craft. Keeping it in the Mag Park family, he produced and wrote the single with Vince Ernst. Roberts says, “‘Darkness’ came about when Vince and I learned that… Read more »
Rising Los Angeles-based alt pop act, TJ Minor has released his third single, “Barely Breathing” today. Last year, he moved to Los Angeles all by himself in search of pursuing his music dream. It didn’t take long for him to settle in, find his people, and find himself as a solo artist. Experimenting with alternative, pop, and rock sounds, he seamlessly blends his influences together. This shines on his new track. “I crashed your car // Lost your phone // Too far gone // Can’t find home // I’m the reason // You’re barely breathing,” he sings in the chorus.… Read more »
Blue-haired pop/rock singer Charlotte Sands has issued her new single “pity.” The new track teases what fans can expect from her upcoming album, can we start over? out January 24. A new album means hopping on tour, too. She’ll embark on a U.S., EU/UK tour to support the LP. Read more: Hey Monday To Play ‘Hold On Tight’ In Full At When We Were Young Fest 2024 “It’s about the feeling of jealousy and comparing yourself but also about the experience of being captivated by someone else’s existence. Making this song was such a fun experience,” says Sands about her… Read more »
The artist lineup for When We Were Young Fest 2024 just expanded to include the iconic Hey Monday, who will be playing Hold On Tight in full. Lead vocalist Cassadee Pope shared the news on November 15 via Instagram with the caption, “We’re coming home! Hey Monday are playing “Hold On Tight” in its entirety at the EPIC @whenwewereyoungfest 2024!!! Get your dunks and vests ready!!” While Hey Monday has not performed together recently, the reunion comes as no surprise, as Pope recently shared a single produced by bandmate Alex Lipshaw. The 2008 Hey Monday album featured the likes of… Read more »
It’s a happy day for sad music lovers, as The National‘s “Laugh Track” featuring Phoebe Bridgers got a brand-new music video. This track serves as the third collaboration with boygenius‘ own Bridgers behind “This Isn’t Helping” and “Your Mind Is Not Your Friend.” The National tapped the artists behind Bob’s Burgers to bring “Laugh Track” to life with a unique animation style via 3D animator Adam Phillips and director Bernard Derriman. Unlike the colorful Bob’s Burgers scenes, this music video has gray, muted tones, matching the relaxed, melancholic vibes of both musical acts. “So turn on the laugh track/Everyone knows… Read more »
