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mgk Surprises Jonas Brothers Crowd With “cliché” Performance

On September 18, Jonas Brothers performed in Vancouver at Rogers Arena, and this time, they brought special guest mgk. The JoBros, who are currently on a run with Boys Like Girls and The All-American Rejects, have invited up prominent pop-punk guests during each stop, including The Click Five, Cartel, and more. This night, mgk surprised their thousands of fans with a performance of “cliché” and then stayed to help the trio with their hit “Sucker.” Additionally, Jonas Brothers helped make one couple’s big day, bigger and better than ever. The couple, who had tied the knot earlier that day, had… Read more »

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Alkaline Trio Reveals Travis Barker-Produced “Bleeding Out”

Alkaline Trio might be on the road with blink-182 at the moment, but they still have time to release new tunes. Today, the group released their Travis Barker-produced “Bleeding Out,” preceded by their July 2025 single, “Oblivion.” “‘Bleeding Out’ has an energy and a spontaneity that reflects the vibe in the studio as accurately as anything could,” Matt Skiba says. “I’m really excited to share this song with our fellow earthlings. You can sing and dance along to it, and sadly, it’s a song of our time.” Bassist and vocalist Dan Andriano notes, “Really proud to announce our next offering… Read more »

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Cartel Release Reinvigorated “Runaway” Ahead Of Tour

Fresh off their exciting night as a surprise guest on a Jonas Brothers show, Cartel have returned with a re-recorded version of “Runaway” from Chroma 2025, their re-recorded LP, which will arrive on September 12 via Field Day Records. Lead vocalist Will Pugh notes, “‘Runaway’ is one of the tracks that got a slightly different take. Some may not even notice but we feel like this one got brought into the present in a great way. Watch out for the ever elusive Joseph Pepper guitar solo!” Beginning in September, you can catch Cartel on the 20th anniversary Chroma tour. “It’s a privilege to still… Read more »

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8 Wallet-Friendly Makeup Brands To Shop That Aren’t e.l.f.

Skincare and makeup brand e.l.f. just just messed up…big time. The brand, known for ther cost-effective drugstore offerings just launched an ad featuring RuPaul’s Drag Race legend Heidi N Closet and stand-up comedian and the Annabelle doll’s new owner, Matt Rife. Now, fans are dropping their products based on the stunning choice to include the controversial crowd-work comic in an ad targeted at a primarily women/femme audience. Notably, in his 2023 Netflix special Natural Selection, Rife made a “joke” at the expense of a hostess with a black eye. “If she could cook, she wouldn’t have that black eye,” he… Read more »

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Radiohead Appears on The Summer I Turned Pretty Episode 3 Tracklist

If you’re anything like this book-obsessed, music-devoted girlie pop, you may or may not have rolled out of bed at 3 AM ET this morning with a strong ass coffee ready to spiral into absolute oblivion over episode 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty season three. I said, may have—this is a judgement-free zone! While most of the episode was spent white-knuckling a throw pillow thanks to the mounting tension between the emotionally complicated cast (we’re really looking at you during this episode, Taylor and Steven), one of the most gut-punching—and beautifully soundtracked—moments hit in the final minutes of… Read more »

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YUNGBLUD and More Alternative Artists Mourn the Loss of Ozzy Osbourne

Following the heartbreaking announcement from the Osbourne family confirming the passing of Ozzy Osbourne at the age of 76, the alternative music community has erupted in a wave of tributes. The Osbourne family announced on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, that Ozzy passed away “surrounded by love.” Fans and artists alike have taken to social media to honor the Prince of Darkness. YUNGBLUD, who had the honor of joining Ozzy Osbourne for his final performance with Black Sabbath on July 5, 2025, in Birmingham—where he delivered a heartfelt cover of “Changes”—shared on his Instagram Story, “You will be in every single… Read more »

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Sublime Kicks Off New Chapter In Their Career With “Ensenada”

Sublime is back with a new song, “Ensenada,” their first original track with frontman Jakob Nowell, son of original singer, the late Bradley Nowell. Inspired by old-school Sublime sonics, the song features bouncy reggae-rock, sweet guitar solos, and all the chill vibes you could want. “Ensenada” arrives with a music video showcasing vignettes of the bands on massive stages and intimate behind-the-scenes moments. Nowell says, “‘Ensenada’ and the new music we’re working on is inspired by old Sublime material. You can’t match something from that ’90s era—it was such a moment in time. This feels like an epilogue, a thank… Read more »

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Nova Twins to Arankai: 10 New Songs You Need To Hear This Week

If you’re hitting the road to Warped Tour like we are at idobi Radio, queue up these 10 new songs—built for the open highway and perfect for turning up loud in celebration of pride and punk. Looking for even more new music? idobi Radio is the soundtrack of your summer. Download the free idobi App for new music every minute, every hour, every day. Did we mention it’s totally, 100%, always free? Nova Twins — “Anxiety” (Doechii Cover) Ahead of the release of Parasites & Butterflies, due out on August 29, Nova Twins performed a Spotify Singles Series set. Here, they offered… Read more »

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Julia Wolf Faces PRESSURE Head-On Across Sophomore Album

With her sophomore album PRESSURE, Julia Wolf is shedding old expectations and stepping fully into her own. Known for her sharp lyricism and genre-blurring sound, Wolf’s latest release finds her embracing her vulnerability and emotional nuance with an unapologetic tone. As she gears up her headlining tour—alongside select supporting dates for none other than Halsey—PRESSURE arrives as both a creative breakthrough and a personal reckoning. idobi Radio caught up with Julia to talk about the sonic shift, the Twilight-fueled virality of “In My Room,” her DIY process, and what it really means to take back control of your art. It’s… Read more »

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Rico Nasty Recalls Performing with Paramore as “Amazing”

Rewind to 2023: Rico Nasty joined Paramore on stage in LA at the Kia Forum to perform the band’s breakout hit “Misery Business”—a moment that wasn’t just nostalgic for her, but prophetic. Now in 2025, Rico released her latest album Lethal on May 16, marking her debut on Fueled By Ramen, the very label that launched Paramore’s legendary discography—including All We Know Is Falling, Riot!, brand new eyes, their self-titled record, and After Laughter. What could’ve been a one-off performance shaped Rico’s vision for her future. In an interview with Billboard, she recalls the invitation. “Hayley Williams of Paramore, she… Read more »