We posted a few days ago that there would be a second leg to Yellowcard’s Ocean Avenue acoustic tour, and those dates just got released. They’ll be hitting a ton of places they missed the first time (the entire Midwest), so get excited. Support comes from What’s Eating Gilbert, featuring Chad Gilbert of New Found Glory. The format of the tour consists of the band playing Ocean Avenue in its entirety acoustically followed by an electric set of their hits. Jan 16 – The Catalyst – Santa Cruz, CA TICKETS Jan 17 – The Observatory – Santa Ana, CA TICKETS… Read more »
Good news for those of us who weren’t able to catch Yellowcard’s Ocean Avenue acoustic tour earlier this year! The band has confirmed that they’ll be taking it back out on the road in early 2014, hitting some places they missed on the first run through. Dates will be announced Monday. Ocean Avenue Acoustic back out on the road! From January 16th until February 7th, 2014 we will be playing some of the cities we missed the first time around. The show will still consist of Ocean Avenue Acoustic all the way through, followed by an electric set of songs… Read more »
My Body Sings Electric is a hidden gem that won’t be hidden for long. This fresh indie-pop outfit has launched pre-orders for their new album Part 1: The Night Ends featuring the singles “New Friends” and “Keep It Simple, Stupid”.
On October 17th, idobi Radio held its first CMJ showcase at The Paper Box in Brooklyn, NY. Our photographer Becca Green was there to capture the show.
Buffalo, NY’s Pentimento have become a staple of the modern scene for their hard work, determination, and sincere punk rock ethos.
Real Friends are currently in the middle of their first coast-to-coast US headliner and idobi writer Catherine Yi caught up with bassist and lyricist Kyle Fasel to discuss constantly being on the road, his love of emo music, and the best fan experience he’s ever had.
With The Light Under Closed Doors, The Swellers have settled into a sound that suits them perfectly for their most relatable release yet.
Two weeks ago we introduced our new bi-weekly column Double Take, in which we explore the subtle connections between two seemingly-unrelated musical items. For our second installment, idobi writer Marina Oliver looks at the common themes shared between Panic! At The Disco’s mixed-reception sophomore release Pretty. Odd. and Neutral Milk Hotel’s classic In The Aeroplane Over The Sea.
Packed with colossal hooks and melodies, State Champs’ debut album The Finer Things stands out as one of the best pop punk releases this year and raises the bar sky high for the genre.
The 33rd annual CMJ Music Marathon will take place in New York City October 15th-19th. The event, which spans across 80 venues, aims to break new artists as well as feature established artists. Acts playing the festival this year include You Me At Six, The Sounds, The Dismemberment Plan, NGHBRS, Echosmith, Braid, and more. For more information and to purchase badges, head to the CMJ website. Check out the artists announced so far below! 2/3 Goat * 6:15 Jessica Caplan * 7:00 Lisa Blanco * Aabaraki * Aaron Lee Tasjan * Aaron Lopez-Barrantes * Absolutely Free * The ACBs *… Read more »
