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The Cab Reunites To Make Their When We Were Young Debut

The Cab is back and better than ever, baby! The group that brought you 2008’s Whisper War and 2012’s Symphony Soldier just dropped their first EP in a decade, Road To Reign: A Prelude. The band is currently on the road with All Time Low on their Everybody’s Talking tour with Mayday Parade, The Paradox, and more. The Paradox x idobi Radio Exclusive T-Shirt Limited edition, printed-on-demand. Designed by Beepus (Beauty School Dropout) with creative direction from The Paradox. A collaboration capturing the energy of their debut EP NSFW and the future of alternative music. $29.99 Shop now Watch their performance… Read more »

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Adam Lazzara (Taking Back Sunday) Joins Straylight Run Onstage at When We Were Young

Straylight Run made a triumphant return to the stage at When We Were Young Fest 2025, marking their first live performance in four years since 2021. The band—comprised of John Nolan and Shaun Cooper (also of Taking Back Sunday), alongside Michelle DaRosa and Will Noon—treated fans to a long-awaited reunion. The Paradox x idobi Radio Exclusive T-Shirt Limited edition, printed-on-demand. Designed by Beepus (Beauty School Dropout) with creative direction from The Paradox. A collaboration capturing the energy of their debut EP NSFW and the future of alternative music. $29.99 Shop now Ahead of the performance, a video shared by Taking… Read more »

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Ice Nine Kills Debuts “The Laugh Track” at When We Were Young Weekend

Ahead of fans racing through the Las Vegas Festival Grounds at When We Were Young, Sideshows popped up through the city, giving fans a more intimate preview of what’s to come this weekend. Ice Nine Kills were one of those artists, putting on an 18-track set that included Leah Voysey of Terrifier 2 fame performing with the band during the encore. The Paradox x idobi Radio Exclusive T-Shirt Limited edition, printed-on-demand. Designed by Beepus (Beauty School Dropout) with creative direction from The Paradox. A collaboration capturing the energy of their debut EP NSFW and the future of alternative music. $29.99… Read more »

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6 Bands That Could Replace Sleeping With Sirens at When We Were Young

Over the weekend, Sleeping With Sirens shared the unfortunate news that they’ll no longer be performing at When We Were Young Fest in Las Vegas on October 18 and 19. Frontman Kellin Quinn announced he would be stepping away to support his wife, Katelynne, as she undergoes surgery, wanting to be home during her recovery. He wrote, “My place is at home until we can solve this and she is recovered. I love you all very much and thank you for understanding.” The Paradox x idobi Radio Exclusive T-Shirt Limited edition, printed-on-demand. Designed by Beepus (Beauty School Dropout) with creative… Read more »

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Sleep Theory Covers “My Heart” By Paramore On Tour

While on the Afterglow Part II tour, Sleep Theory have played an array of covers, including “Can You Stand the Rain” by Boyz II Men, “Bye Bye Bye” by *NSYNC, and “Break the Silence” by Nevertel. Additionally, while on this fall run, the band has shared a rendition of Paramore‘s “My Heart” from 2005’s All We Know Is Falling. And yes… fans are obsessed with one Tennessee band honoring another! One TikTok user captured the cover over the weekend, sharing, “Real life crying. Someone tag Hayley somehow.” Check out the full performance below. Sleep Theory is currently wrapping up their… Read more »

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The Devil Wears Prada’s Jeremy DePoyster & Dying Wish’s Emma Boster Are Married

We’re calling it the royal wedding of metal. Dying Wish vocalist Emma Boster and The Devil Wears Prada vocalist and guitarist Jeremy DePoyster are officially Mr. and Mrs. The couple got engaged in August 2024 and officially tied the knot on September 5, 2025, in White Salmon, Washington. Per a post from wedding photographer Jen Talesman, had a stunning outdoor ceremony and stunning rustic reception at the Tin Roof Barn. Sneak peek photos include DePoyster bustling Boster’s gorgeous lace gown, a couple photo with sweeping mountains, and a reception photo with the triumphant newlyweds. Check out the new Mr. and… Read more »

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37 Alternative Album Anniversaries To Celebrate This September

Do you feel that? That, perhaps metaphorical, chill in the air? September is here, baby! And that means it’s officially Halloween season. So, as you hang your seasonal decor and thrift for new spooky finds, you can make your playlists perfect with these September albums. From Green Day‘s iconic American Idiot and Paramore‘s Brand New Eyes to Olivia Rodrigo‘s sophomore LP Guts and Panic! At The Disco‘s debut A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out, these 37 alternative album anniversaries will give you something to celebrate all month long. The 1975 — The 1975 Released on: September 2, 2013, via Dirty Hit.Standout Tracks: “Chocolate”… Read more »

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WTF Are Amy Lee, Poppy, & Courtney LaPlante Teasing Right Now?

On Tuesday, August 26, three metal icons broke the alternative internet. Evanescence‘s Amy Lee, Spiritbox‘s Courtney LaPlante, and Poppy shared a collaborative Instagram post standing in a row. They continued to build anticipation by offering no caption. Naturally, fans lost their damn minds— idobi Radio staff, included. Theories abound on the internet as we await what’s in store. Even if the trio wanted to post a nice photo, we all feel quite blessed…but we assume that something wild is on its way. Currently, rumors are swirling on Twitter/X and Reddit that there’s a forthcoming single produced by Jordan Fish, though… Read more »

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Waterparks Hate Half Of Their Fans

Waterparks offered exciting sets at this past weekend’s Reading and Leeds in the UK, and they even debuted their new song, “If Lyrics Were Confidential.” And lead singer Awsten Knight kicked off the new track, preceded by their BMG debut “Red Guitar,” with punchy and blunt lyrics. “I hate 50% of our fans/And the other half understands/And to the ones who don’t/Go cry and choke on both of my middle finger ringed up hands,” he sings. Knight even shares a verse about his mom saying, “Don’t forget my mom wakes up and reads half the crazy bullshit on her feed/She’s… Read more »

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Nick Karcher Asks “ARE THE KIDS OKAY?” On New Protest Single

Nick Karcher has never shied away from saying what needs to be said. On his latest single, “ARE THE KIDS OKAY?,” he delivers a blistering statement dressed in new-age shock rock. Following the buzz of his earlier tracks “In Another Life” and “Not Another Song Called Perfect,” Karcher now takes aim at the political and social hypocrisy shaping a generation. Produced by Michael Bono (Avril Lavigne, blink-182, MOD SUN), “ARE THE KIDS OKAY?” is as infectious as it is infuriated. With sharp hooks and whip-smart lines like “Doctor, I can’t seem to fall asleep/Cause my teacher says bullets help you… Read more »