It’s Friday, Friday, gotta get down on Friday! Since it’s Friday, Fresh 5 Friday is back with the latest and greatest in alternative, metal, and indie. This week, we’ve got new releases from Architects’ menacing new punisher to As It Is’ reimagined hit featuring Lucas Woodland of Holding Absence. Tune in to idobi Radio to catch these must-hear tracks and more. Plus, you can download the FREE idobi App to discover new music every.single.day. Memphis May Fire (ft. Blindside) — “Overdose” For those who just can’t say no. Memphis May Fire‘s latest single, “Overdose,” from their forthcoming album Shapeshifter (out… Read more »
On October 8, 2024, Sum 41 frontman Deryck Whibley launched his official memoir, Walking Disaster: My Life Through Heaven and Hell. In it, he shares photos and a variety of anecdotes about his childhood, experiences in the pop-punk scene, details of high-profile relationships, and near-death experiences. He also outlined the sexual and verbal abuse he allegedly suffered at the hands of the band’s former manager, Greig Nori. Now, both Nori and Whibley are suing each other in a court of law. According to documents obtained by SooToday, a digital newspaper covering local news in Ontario, Canada, Nori is suing Whibley… Read more »
After more than a year of single releases promoting their debut record, Diva Bleach has finally unleashed their 10-track collection, Can You Keep A Secret?, via InVogue Records. Guided by a series of deeply personal and intimate tracks that the group began releasing with the launch of “Out Of My Head” in August 2023, the duo—vocalist/bassist Sydney Roten and guitarist Brie Ritter—brims with vulnerability surrounding relationships and self-discovery. With the full release now available and the push-and-pull tension of their electrifying focus single, “Obsessed,” we had the chance to chat with Diva Bleach about their creative process, navigating the uptick… Read more »
At long last, Australia’s premier indie-rockers Spacey Jane have announced their third studio album is on its way. Ahead of If That Makes Sense, due out on May 9, the quartet is offering fans a taste of what’s to come with their new track and music video for “All The Noise.” Lead vocalist Caleb Harper shares, “‘All the Noise’ was mostly written in a hotel room in Sydney having landed in Australia for the first time in 6 months. I suppose there was something about being down under again that made my version of the story of the beginning of… Read more »
Laura Jane Grace is finally sharing the live performance everyone’s been waiting for: the Operation Ivy covers set at The Empty Bottle from September’s Riot Fest with Catbite. And that’s not all. The live album, which is currently available on Catbite’s Bandcamp, is a pay-what-you-want record. All proceeds raised will directly benefit those suffering from the LA wildfires via Sweet Relief Musicians Fund and Best Friends Animal Society. You can stream the LP on Bandcamp here and rest assured that your purchase is benefiting those in need. Laura Jane Grace & The Mississippi Medicals are heading out on a spring tour with… Read more »
The Maine is always full of surprises, and this one might just be their biggest yet. On a random January Wednesday night, the Arizona five-piece dropped dyed (2008-2023), a compilation album of reimagined demos. Each track honors the band’s nine album eras. Vocalist John O’Callaghan noted, “Revisiting the past can stir up all sorts of feelings. Nostalgia, fondness, gratitude, and on and on and on. We felt everything in between when we uncovered these songs from over the last few decades, and sincerely hope they stir up anything of the sort for you while listening!” Read more: The Maine Announces… Read more »
This is our yearly pop culture deep dive with Maysa Askar! Maysa is a talented photographer, designer, and creative who loves pop culture and celebrity news. This week, we explore the big pop culture moments of 2024, including all the big moments in Pop Music, what we think of some celebrity couples, and whether Brand New will return in 2025.
Anxious just dropped their new single “Some Girls” from their forthcoming record Bambi. The sophomore LP, which is due out February 21 via Run For Cover Records, also features their previous singles “Counting Sheep” and “Head & Spine.” Needless to say, Anxious is dynamic in every sense of the word. The Connecticut emo act effortlessly weaves in and out of indie-rock-inspired vocals and garage-rock guitar melodies in the new track. However, across their discography, they have a sound that appeals to everyone, whether you prefer soft indie or are a certified metalhead. (They just performed at Better Lovers‘ BLissmas alongside… Read more »
After an unfortunate series of events, lead singer of SeeYouSpaceCowboy Connie Sgarbossa, shared on Twitter/X that her tenure in the band may be reaching its end. In a January 15 social media post, she said, “Probably gonna be leaving SYSC due to a lack of urgency on issues I have been bringing up for a while now. It was fun while it lasted.” This is likely in response to the January 14 Dance Gavin Dance tour announcement where The Home Team, SeeYouSpaceCowboy, and Dwellings were listed as support. Fans of both SeeYouSpaceCowboy and The Home Team took to social media… Read more »
Leading up to the release of their 10-track debut full-length album, Rave Immortal, which is slated to arrive next Friday, January 24, via Earache Records, ALT BLK ERA has unleashed their electrifying new single, “Run Rabbit.” The sister duo—Nyrobi and Chaya Beckett-Messam—charge through an energized, quick-paced production, pulsating with adrenaline and lush instrumentation that showcases their dynamic synergy. In preparation for the record, ALT BLK ERA has released five singles, including their hit “My Drummer’s Girlfriend,” which has garnered more than 1.7 million listens on Spotify since its release in June 2024. Rave Immortal is available to presave or preorder… Read more »
