Concert Reviews
Better Lovers Show Why They’re Your New Favorite Band In Buffalo
Better Lovers played their first ever shows, two back-to-back, in Buffalo last week. It was absolute chaos, to say the least.
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Better Lovers played their first ever shows, two back-to-back, in Buffalo last week. It was absolute chaos, to say the least.
Will Threads be the new hottest social media platform? It is always hard to tell in the early days. Sometimes new platforms take over the world and have a really great run, others last a few years before fizzling out, and others, unfortunately, fail completely. So which will Threads be? Once upon a time, we all thought that MySpace was the only platform that mattered. Then we were obsessed with Tumblr. Both sites eventually became less enticing than their more successful competitors. Facebook took Myspace’s place and has really stood the test of time. Even though it isn’t popular among… Read more »
In the midst of their skyrocketing success, 2023 has undeniably become the year of Daisy Grenade. Following the release of their debut video for “Got It Bad” earlier this year, consequently, the band has been making waves since the release. The industry took notice, leading to their signing with the prestigious Public Consumption and DCD2 Records, solidifying their status as rising stars. Building upon their early achievements, Daisy Grenade recently unveiled their highly anticipated Cult Classic EP, which featured their latest offerings “Got It Bad” and “Riot.” The EP showcased their versatility and evolution as artists, featuring a diverse range… Read more »
The Riot grrrl movement began in the early 1990’s at the forefront of feminism, punk music, and political commentary. It was a genre built out of anger, frustration, and rage entirely crafted by badass women. These women aimed to express emotions considered acceptable for male songwriters at the time, but far less common for women. Growing out of the Pacific Northwest but quickly spreading across the country, acts like Bikini Kill and Sleater-Kinney paved the way for many bands to come in the future. Speaking on topics like sexual assault, domestic abuse, anarchism, and female empowerment, the movement was much… Read more »
Tyson Ritter continues to be one of the scene’s busiest people with the release of a solo track and a track with his project Sharpton Mann.
Boys Like Girls are once again dazzling their fans with their new single, “Language.” Released via Fearless Records, the track is an 80s-infused pop-rock banger about the power of non-verbal communication. Whether it’s a simple hug or a playful smile, the song invites its fans to think about the ways they express themselves and their longings without words. Martin Johnson explains the inspiration behind “Language” in a press release. “According to Google, there are around 6,500 languages in the world,” he begins. “I took French, Spanish, and Latin in school, but can barely get through asking where the toilet is… Read more »
Trophy Eyes have gifted us one more song before the release of their new album ‘Suicide and Sunshine’, and it’s a gritty look at the class divide.
Slam Dunk returned for another year, and proved once again why it is such a vital part of alternative culture in the UK.
The Los Angeles alt-pop duo, dreamfone have released a brand new track today. “talk to you” is an extremely catchy tune, bathed in glittery guitars and glossy vocals. The chorus is definitely the kind to get stuck in your head after just one listen. The narrative is introspective, reminiscent of a time when two people were closer than they are now. It shows the longing for a bond that doesn’t exist anymore the same way it once did. With the lyrics, “I just wanna talk to you like we used to / I don’t know why we’re not cool /… Read more »
Whether it’s the soothing melodies that offer solace in moments of sadness or the empowering lyrics that ignite a fire within, the Songs That Saved My Life compilations tell a unique story of personal triumph and resilience. The idobi team has teamed up with Hopeless Records to mark this year’s Mental Health Awareness Month. From rock staples such as Good Charlotte’s “The Anthem” to punk-rock classics such as Green Day’s “When I Come Around,” the diverse range of musical genres represented in our personal Songs That Saved My Life reflects the universal nature of human emotions and struggles. Today, we’re… Read more »
