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AFI Shares Stunning “VOIDWARD, I BEND BACK” Music Video

After releasing their twelfth studio album Silver Bleeds The Black Sun… in October via Run For Cover Records, AFI have shared the official music video for LP track, “VOIDWARD, I BEND BACK.” The gothic rock banger visuals were shot during their November 5 show, which took place at San Diego’s iconic venue, SOMA. Check out the nostalgia-inducing pink and blue dreamscape of a music video below. AFI is heading out on their Holy Visions North America 2026 headlining run beginning in April with special guests Choir Boy. The act will also appear at Sick New World Festival. Presale tickets are… Read more »

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KennyHoopla Reveals Snowy “birthday card//” Music Video

After releasing the deluxe version of Zac Farro-produced EP, conditions of an orphan//, in early December, KennyHoopla has released the official music video for his latest offering, “birthday card//.” Shot in Wisconsin, the artist says of the snowy, dark visuals, “The video represents a postcard and matches the spontaneity of the song.” Despite the cold setting, the bright indie sonics will warm you right up and prep you for a KennyHoopla summer in 2026. Download the free idobi App for more new music “This EP was about acknowledging trauma and where I am at ‘right now’ as opposed to my whole life story. I… Read more »

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Softcult Tackles Patriarchal Double Standards On “Queen Of Nothing”

Softcult has just revealed “Queen Of Nothing,” preceded by “Pill To Swallow,” “Naive,” “16/25,” and “She Said, He Said.” This single is set to appear on their debut full-length record, When A Flower Doesn’t Grow, due on January 30, 2026, via Easy Life Records. Uniquely, the haunting and mellow track may feel sonically peaceful…but its lyrics and accompanying visuals expose the violence that arrives on women’s doorsteps for simply existing. Download the free idobi App and tune into idobi Radio, Howl, and anthm Mercedes Arn-Horn, one half of the twin duo, shares, “This song is about the double standards, harsh judgments, and unrealistic expectations… Read more »

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Daisy Grenade Drops Dazzling Wicked Cover, “For Good”

Daisy Grenade just put their musical theater backgrounds to perfect use by dropping a cover of “For Good,” from Wicked—and currently popularized by the theatrical release of Wicked: For Good starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo. And yes—it does come with a little pop-punk edge. Frankly, this cover is going to be very “popular” on the idobi staff playlists. Download the free idobi App and tune into idobi Radio, Howl, and anthm The two surprise-dropped the track on streaming platforms following their December 9 show at Joe’s Pub. Check out Dani Nigro and Keaton Whittaker take on the roles of Glinda and… Read more »

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Vienna Vienna Sings Of An Uncertain Future In “Buzz”

Ahead of his headlining show at Brick & Mortar on January 15, Vienna Vienna has returned with a new single, “Buzz.” Preceded by “Company Hunting” and “Idle Hands,” the new offering is set to appear on his forthcoming EP, Entertain Me, due out January 16 via PULSE Records and Pete Wentz’s DCD2 Records. Vienna Vienna perfectly articulates the sights, sounds, desires, and fears of the young generation, and sets it to the most dance-inducing sonics. “Buzz” solidifies glimmer rock as a genre that deserves to have its own wave. Of “Buzz,” Vienna Vienna says, “My favorite songs about modern life speak to its… Read more »

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26 Albums Turning 20 in 2026

As 2006 hurtles toward its 20-year mark, the albums that once lived on burned CDs, Myspace profiles, and Warped Tour stages now stand as cornerstone releases of a generation. From scene-defining emo to genre-shifting pop-punk, post-hardcore, and alternative breakthroughs, these records didn’t just soundtrack our youth—they shaped the entire direction of alternative music. Here are 26 albums turning 20 in 2026 that still echo louder than ever. Yellowcard — Lights And Sounds Released on January 24, 2006, Yellowcard‘s first concept album, Lights And Sounds, was released. While the album peaked at No. 5 on the Billboard 200, it ultimately underperformed… Read more »

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Microwave Celebrates A Decade Of Much Love With Anniversary Shows

Microwave is celebrating an entire decade of Much Love, and they want to do it with you! The iconic alt-rock album debuted on September 30, 2016, via SideOneDummy Records, boasting hits such as “Drown,” “Dull,” and “Vomit.” Support acts include Anthony Green and Hunny on all dates of the tour. Then, All Get Out, Slow Joy, Pure Hex, Into It. Over It., Moving Mountains, and Bad Luck will play on select tour dates. VIP packages are currently on sale. All presale tickets go live at 11 AM ET on Wednesday, December 10, while all general sale tickets go on sale… Read more »

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Bilmuri Announces Spring Tour With The Home Team & GANG!

Bilmuri is staying busy well into 2026 with the announcement of their Kinda Hard spring tour. The tour is set to go super hard with support from The Home Team and GANG!. Their announcement follows up the arrival their fast-paced “HARD2TELL” music video and single. Patriots of “Muri Nayshion” can find presale tickets now on the band’s app. Then, all general sale tickets will go live on Friday, December 12. Bilmuri, aka Johnny” Franck—formerly of Attack Attack!—kicks off tour on April 17 in Denver and wraps up on May 17 in Boston. Tour Dates:

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Meet Me @ The Altar Reveals Worried Sick EP & “Dead To Me” Music Video

Meet Me @ The Altar is officially back with their new EP, Worried Sick, featuring bouncy and vicious pop-punk singles “Karma and “Straight Up (Needy).” Alongside the six-track release, the duo revealed their music video for “Dead To Me”—a track that pulls no punches, showing Meet Me @ The Altar in their rawest, most exciting era. Vocalist Edith Victoria says of the single, “‘Dead To Me’ is about the harsh reality of carrying the weight of hatred. Many people have trouble admitting that this emotion is one that they do indeed feel; of course, there’s lots of shame attached to it,… Read more »

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KennyHoopla Reveals Two New Songs & That More Is On The Way

After releasing his Zac Farro-produced EP, conditions of an orphan//, in September, KennyHoopla has unveiled its deluxe counterpart featuring two new songs: “ooshalala//” and “birthday card//.” He shares of the new offerings, “I’ve added some looseys in there that people have been wanting for a long time and some new ideas as well. This is just the start of a flood of new music.” Check out the deluxe edition below. “This EP was about acknowledging trauma and where I am at ‘right now’ as opposed to my whole life story. I think it’s one big funeral after-party. It touches on the death… Read more »