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Carlie Hanson Signs To Fearless Records, Shares ‘too late to cry’ EP

Carlie Hanson is finally back with her too late to cry EP and her “covering faces” music video to pair. Plus, the rising artist shared that she has officially signed to Fearless Records. In an Instagram post, Hanson shares, “Thank you from the bottom of my heart to everybody involved in making this project come to life… it’s about time she’s out! ALSO!! I recently signed to an indie label Fearless Records !!! They have been nothing but supportive and I am so thrilled we started this journey together. I cannot wait to continue moving forward onto my next project… Read more »

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Sum 41 Shares Behind-The-Scenes Footage From Final Show

It’s always a bittersweet moment to know you’ve watched your favorite band perform their last show. Everyone deserves a break, and performing is no easy task, but there’s something so special in the air when a band like Sum 41 takes to the stage. Notably, the iconic pop-punk band took their final bow on their international tour. They concluded their whirlwind route in Toronto at Scotiabank Arena on January 30. The band played 29 tracks, a mix of old hits and new favorites. Of course, the quintet had to document their sold-out final show. They Tweeted a video sharing their… Read more »

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Silverstein Announces Tour Run With Real Friends and More

Extending their 25 Years Of Noise Tour, Silverstein has announced their spring run with Real Friends, Broadside, and Greyhaven. “The celebration continues! 25 Years of Noise – Spring Edition is coming this April and May with an incredible lineup featuring Real Friends, Broadside, and Greyhaven,” the band shares. “We’re heading to some new cities and revisiting places we haven’t played in years. With two albums and a world tour, 2025 is shaping up to be a huge year for Silverstein. See you on the road!” VIP packages will be available today, with general on-sale beginning on Friday, January 31, at… Read more »

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Glixen Unveil Towering New Single “All Tied Up”

Ahead of the release of the quiet pleasures EP, arriving on February 21 via AWAL and Wichita Recordings, Glixen has unveiled the towering new single “All Tied Up.” “‘all tied up’ is about feeling completely consumed by someone,” vocalist Aislinn Ritchie shares. “We definitely wanted the song to feel enveloping. There’s a subtle tension that builds throughout with a push and pull between the guitars and vocals. The song hits hard with its emotional depth, yet breathes with a playful melody.” Unfolding like a hazy daydream in a wash of ‘90s-inspired distorted guitars and thunderous drums, the track fully embraces… Read more »

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Leighton Meester’s “Somebody To Love” Is Back On The Charts, Here’s Why

Flavor Flav is all over TikTok championing pop girlies from the 2010s, and for good reason. The rapper and Olympics Team USA hype man shared a video with the caption, “Stream @LeightonMeester Somebody to Love and use the song in yo TikTok’s.” The video text also reads, “Starting to hype up my girl Leighton Meester and help her family recover from the fire.” As of publication, the TikTok has 3.1 million views. Meester, known best in alternative music spaces for her work with Cobra Starship in “Good Girls Go Bad,” has many underrated bangers, including a 2009 “Christmas (Baby, Please… Read more »

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The Maine Drops Surprise Album With Career-Spanning Reimagined Demos

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 »

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Fresh 5: New Releases From L.S. Dunes to Mayday Parade

TGIF and Happy New Year! Kicking off 2025 on a strong note with a brand new Fresh 5, we have the latest and greatest in alternative, metal, indie, and more to soundtrack your day, week, month, and maybe even your year. (Did I watch too much Friends over the holidays?) We’ve got a handful of fresh new picks, including tracks from L.S. Dunes, Mayday Parade, and phem. 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. L.S. Dunes — “Violet” For fans who find… Read more »

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Spirit Leaves Explore Indoctrination On New Single, “Zealot”

Orlando-based heavy rockers Spirit Leaves just dropped a heavy-hitting, and deeply insightful new track “Zealot,” out via InVogue Records. Band vocalist Brandon “XZYLO” Waskiewicz shares, “This song is about the devil vs god. And how the devil can present itself in a godly form, leading people down terrible paths with no return. Regardless of how many times you yell and scream for them to stop, it doesn’t matter. It’s already too late.” The artist continues, “The story is of somebody being indoctrinated into a cult, and I’m watching this terrible thing happen to someone I care about, but can’t stop. Who… Read more »

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THE Best Of Albums, Songs, Videos, and More in 2024

2024 brought wave after wave of creative brilliance that continuously pushed the bounds of what we’ve seen, heard, and experienced before in media. From albums that soundtracked the year to music videos that felt like miniature films unfolding in front of our eyes, the last 12 months delivered fresh and exhilarating new releases that refuse to be ignored. And while you’ve seen us countdown all of the music we’ve loved and gushed over this year, there is a definitive THE best of the year. As the year winds down (peace the fuck out 2024), we’ve compiled a list celebrating the… Read more »

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20 Best Alternative, Metal, and Indie Songs Released in 2024

As 2024 winds down, it was a year packed with unforgettable song releases that defined our days and soundtracked our lives. From the debut of idobi Radio Summer School Tour artists lighting up our stations to legendary acts like Thursday returning with their first new music in over a decade, this year delivered moments we won’t soon forget. Add in the groundbreaking, Grammy-nominated collaboration between Knocked Loose and Poppy, and it’s clear that 2024 was one for the books. Here are our 20 favorite alternative, metal, and indie songs released in 2024. K.Flay — “Carsick” K.Flay is always upping the… Read more »