Have Mercy may have released a self-titled EP last year, but with the release of their Rude Records debut full-length album, NUMB, the trio is officially back. In 2019, the announcement of Have Mercy‘s farewell tour initially felt like the closing chapter of an era—a victorious lap coming to a poignant conclusion. This emotional goodbye was only worsened and cut short by the COVID-19 pandemic. These unforeseen setbacks added an extra layer of emotion to what was already a deeply sentimental farewell, leaving fans grappling with uncertainty about the band’s future and the possibility of bidding them a proper goodbye.… Read more »
Who can forget the thrill of unearthing new music during the wild era of illegal downloads on Limewire or Frostwire? Or the excitement of tirelessly page hopping across Myspace profiles only to stop once you’d stumbled upon who you were certain would be the next greatest underground artist? Ahh, the good ‘ole days, a golden period. Fortunately, discovering new music isn’t as challenging these days. Especially with idobi Radio by your side *wink wink*. Somewhere in the depths of a muggy basement or a beatdown garage, the next greatest artist is crafting, writing, and recording—chronicling the soundtrack of the next… Read more »
As Fall Out Boy are gearing up to celebrate the 15 year anniversary of their fourth studio album, Folie à Deux, the group has shared an extra special treat for fans to commemorate the December 10, 2008 release. Across their social media accounts, the band shares, “Introducing Folie à Bleu, the 15th anniversary vinyl edition. The label changed the color of the album cover to blue without asking us & we didn’t want it all to go to waste. Only 2,500 of these were pressed. once they’re gone, they’re gone!” Read more: Say Anything Announce ‘…Is A Real Boy’ 20th… Read more »
Coming off the high of their extremely successful fourth studio album, Sanguivore this year, Creeper has announced a string of intimate headlining tour dates across the United Kingdom. Kicking off in March, the tour sees Creeper hitting spots like Newcastle, Belfast, Dublin, Leeds, and more. The special thing about this run is how small the venues are. Fans will have a chance to see the band in a particularly intimate setting, something all music lovers enjoy. “We want you to know that the dates listed are a direct result of you guys asking for them in comment sections etc, we heard you!… Read more »
Green Day has never been the type to hold back—and they’re certainly not starting now with the release of their deeply personal new single and accompanying video for “Dilemma.” The new release marks the third preview of the trio’s forthcoming 14th studio album, Saviors, set to arrive on January 19, 2024. The unfiltered track opens with gentle guitar strums, setting the stage for frontman Billie Joe Armstrong‘s croons, “Welcome to my problems/It’s not an invitation/This is my dilemma/And it’s my obsession.” The song then explodes with full force, unleashing a powerhouse of electric guitar riffs and thunderous drums, amplifying Armstrong’s… Read more »
Chad Kowal talks about what it’s been like being a solo artist now vs. being in a band like in the past. Plus, another concert film tops the box-office this weekend with ‘Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé’. How did it’s opening weekend compare to the ‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour’ movie release? Take a listen to find out!
Great news indie kids, Remo Drive is back in action with a brand-new single “New In Town,” accompanied by an aesthetically retro music video via Epitaph Records. In true-to-form Remo Drive fashion, vocalist/guitarist Erik Paulson as well as bassist and brother Stephen, are the ideal duo to deliver honest and raw emo-tinged indie tracks. Preceded by the Halloween-released “No, There’s No Hope For You,” “New In Town,” follows Erik’s real-life journey moving from his home state of Minnesota to Albany, NY and feeling a bit lost in the mix of a new city. Check out the track below. “’New in… Read more »
Hopeless Records‘ new signees Sweet Pill just launched their new single “Chewed Up,” preceded by label debut “Starchild.” The edgy emo offering is set to appear on the Philadelphia-based band’s forthcoming Starchild EP, due out March 15 via Hopeless Records. Pre-orders are available now. Check out the math rock-infused “Chewed Up” below. “The song ‘Starchild’ is an ode to selling myself short and not valuing my own self-worth,” says lead vocalist Zayna Youssef. “I’m at a time in my life where I find myself ‘people pleasing’ everyone but myself. Then I’m burdened with the pressure of letting everyone down. Ultimately,… Read more »
Say Anything has announced a full US headline tour kicking off next year to celebrate the 20 year anniversary of their debut full length album, …Is A Real Boy. A record that boasted indie hits like “Alive With The Glory Of Love,” “Wow, I Can Get Sexual Too,” and “Every Man Has A Molly,” it enhanced expectations from your typical rock band in the early 2000’s. They set a new bar that has rarely been met by other acts. Say Anything stuck out like a sore thumb in the scene with their inception in a beautifully unique and transparently broken… Read more »
Alt-pop rocker NOAHFINNCE has announced his Growing Up On The Internet Tour set to kick off in spring 2024. Joining him will be Chase Petra, TX2, and Teenage Joans. The tour is scheduled to hit 23 cities across the U.S. and will offer VIP packages. With influences from hyperpop, metalcore, dance-pop, emo, and more, NOAH also announced last month that his debut album, Growing Up On The Internet, will drop next year on March 8 via Hopeless Records. He says the LP focuses on how having access to constant information impacted his development as a person, “I’m sure a lot… Read more »
