Can you imagine Tom DeLonge quitting music? It’s a difficult thought to process, but the blink-182 co-vocalist considered turning in his microphone and guitar for good at one point. That is until he discovered that his former turned-current bandmate and long-term friend Mark Hoppus had been diagnosed with cancer in 2021. The band sat down with Apple Music 1’s host and musical guru Zane Lowe to celebrate the news of their upcoming album, One More Time…. In a four-minute teaser of their conversation, DeLonge shares his emotions after hearing the news about Hoppus’ diagnosis. “I remember telling my wife, ‘I… Read more »
Did Sxntry just write the diss track of the fall? Former Magnolia Park bassist Jared Kay calls out narcissists everywhere in his new single, “Nothing Left To Take.” Taking inspiration from indie-pop powerhouses such as Nightly and LANY, his new project Sxntry layers electronic drums and ‘80s synths underneath his unique brand of emo lyrics. It’s catchy, evocative, and perfect to sing along to in your car with the windows down. In an exclusive with idobi, Kay shares the song’s meaning and imagery. “My new single ‘Nothing Left To Take’ is an uplifting song written from the perspective of a kind-hearted… Read more »
Fans of L.S. Dunes have something to celebrate today, and it’s not new music. The modern rock quintet released the third and final installment of their ‘Limitless Sky’ documentary. The Past Lives artists gave listeners and fans the opportunity to look into their writing and recording process at Joshua Tree. From talking about tracking and songwriting all the way to watching lead vocalist Anthony Green cook pasta for his friends, the laid-back video offers an intimate look at the behind-the-scenes of the guys’ collaborative process. Check out the first and second installments of the documentary, then check out the third… Read more »
As Sum 41 gears up for their highly anticipated back-to-back performances at the When We Were Young Fest and their Sideshow event, an unexpected turn of events has cast a shadow over the band’s preparations. Deryck Whibley, the band’s charismatic lead vocalist, has been hospitalized due to pneumonia. In a post on Instagram, Ariana, Deryck Whibley’s wife, offers the details of Whibley’s current hospitalization and her confidence in his recovery despite the scary circumstances. Her post reads, “Deryck and I were suppose to be in Chicago right now, celebrating our eight year wedding anniversary but the universe had a different… Read more »
K.Flay has released her fifth studio album MONO including the previously issued singles “Raw Raw,” “Shy,” and “Irish Goodbye” featuring Pierce The Veil’s Vic Fuentes. Alongside the new record, she shares a fully animated music video for the track “Punisher,” illustrated by Sydney Task. Throughout the entire writing and recording process, K.Flay was incredibly vulnerable about suddenly going deaf in her right ear, her journey through unexpected loss and grief to craft the “greatest thing [she’s] ever made.” Read more: Pierce The Veil Drops “12 Fractures” Video With chloe moriondo “It’s about feeling alone and scared but also tough as… Read more »
Teddy Swims is the epitome of soul. His debut album, Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 1), is flooded with raw emotion that is palpable from beginning to end. With every vocal run and touch of vibrato comes a story of love, loss, and healing. And it is clear that Teddy Swims is ready to lay his soul bare. Giving listeners a taste of the album, Swims released a live video for his song “Some Things I’ll Never Know.” Performing the track accompanied by a live pianist, the artist stands in the spotlight and allows his vocals to speak for themselves.… Read more »
Demi Lovato is a chameleon. The powerhouse vocalist successfully outdoes herself in every genre she touches, whether it be pop, R&B, or somewhere in-between. These days, Lovato is dazzling her fans with rock performances, and is diving further into her alternative roots with the release of her new album, REVAMPED. The 10-track collection of songs takes tracks from each stage of her career and rearranges them for a grittier, punk-infused sonic experience. REVAMPED proves that Lovato not only has a seat at the alternative/rock genre’s table but deserves a throne. There are a few standout collaborators on the record, including… Read more »
It’s Tom DeLonge’s world, and we’re all just living it. The blink-182 frontman and alien aficionado is making waves with the announcement of his directorial debut. A new trailer for his feature film, ‘Monsters Of California’ was released today. Needless to say, we are at the edge of our seats. Dropping via Screen Media on October 6, the movie centers on a high school student named Dallas who decides to uncover the cause of his father’s death. As he goes on his journey, Dallas and his friends expose a government conspiracy that has been kept under wraps for years: proof… Read more »
Pierce The Veil’s latest record, The Jaws Of Life, was one of the most anticipated records of 2023. Marking the end of the band’s 7-year hiatus and their first release since 2016’s Misadventures, the album is full of dynamic twists and turns that leave fans craving more. Pierce The Veil is back with a new music video for the album’s closing track, “12 Fractures,” featuring chloe moriondo. Showcasing the delicate vocal stylings of up-and-comer chloe moriondo, the video follows her and PTV’s frontman Vic Fuentes on a slow-motion walk through crowded city streets. Resembling a montage pulled from a romantic… Read more »
Roe Kapara has released a brand new song, “The Dead Come Talking” today along with a surreal visual. The eerie stop-motion visual is reminiscent of a Tim Burton movie mixed with Coraline. Kapara has a knack for the macabre, fully engrossing his entire creative endeavor with haunting imagery. Up until now, we have seen this through his ability to nail the Kubrick stare, somehow inviting in and warding off his audience all at the same time. However, Roe Kapara approaches “The Dead Come Talking” with a new form of creepy homage. He continues to expand the universe he has crafted,… Read more »
