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Magnolia Park Unleashes Neo-Gothic Concept Album VAMP


Magnolia Park has returned with their neo-gothic concept album VAMP following the Wednesday release of their new music video “SHADOW TALK.” The album, out via Epitaph Records, features haunting rock singles “WORSHIP,” “CULT,” and “SHALLOW.” On social media, the band shared, “Welcome Vampires! Our sophomore album VAMP is out now. We can’t wait for you to experience this world with us. Vinyl, CD, and streaming is available everywhere go listen now and rise above The Shadow Cult.” Check out the album below and grab your vinyl here. Magnolia Park will hit the road for the Vamp Tour beginning next week… Read more »

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Julia Wolf Follows Up “In My Room” Success with “Jennifer’s Body”


Following the runaway viral success of her haunting alt-pop hit “In My Room”—which, let’s be honest, has soundtracked more than a few late-night TikTok scrolls—dark-pop provocateur Julia Wolf is back with her infectious new single, “Jennifer’s Body.” The track arrives alongside the announcement of her highly anticipated sophomore album, Pressure. The 11-track collection is slated to arrive on May 23 via AWAL. “I wasn’t feeling seen or accepted,” Wolf candidly shares. “So I wanted this album to really express the emotions that came with that: the soft doubt, the lack of confidence, the comparing myself to literally everyone that breathes.… Read more »

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Ranking The Maine Songs


The Maine has been a staple in emo, indie, and rock playlists since their 2007 inception, cutting their teeth on the Vans Warped Tour. In fact, if you remember their debut EP The Way We Talk… you now qualify for a senior discount. With nine studio albums under their belts, their most recent being 2023’s self-titled, The Maine has a vast discography for listeners to explore. So whether you’re a brand new listener or a certified stan of the Arizona emo band, we’ve ranked their discography with best, worst, saddest, and most underrated tracks. P.S. We also ranked Mayday Parade… Read more »

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Ranking Mayday Parade Songs


Few bands in the emo and pop-punk scene have built a catalog as beloved—and emotionally devastating—as Mayday Parade. Since their 2007 debut, A Lesson In Romantics, the Tallahassee, FL, outfit has delivered heartbreak anthems, nostalgic sing-alongs, and underrated deep cuts. With a discography spanning nearly two decades, ranking their songs—from best to worst, to most underrated, it’s been no easy task.  Here is the best song, worst song, most underrated song, and saddest song in the Mayday Parade discography. Best Song: “Jersey” Choosing the definitive best Mayday Parade song is no small task. Their discography is packed with scene staples—from… Read more »

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8 New Songs Released This Week That You Need To Hear ASAP


The soundtrack to your weekend just dropped—and it freaking slaps! This week’s fresh picks are ready to take over your speakers, from high-energy, collaborative bangers from Stand Atlantic to hook-heavy jams from Games We Play. Download the free idobi App to hear all of these new releases and more spinning all weekend long. Stand Atlantic (ft. Lauren Sanderson) — “I’M THE MAN” As Stand Atlantic so eloquently put it, “lets go lesbians!” Arriving from their newly announced deluxe edition of WAS HERE (set to drop on May 16 via Hopeless Records), the Bonnie Fraser-led Aussie group has teamed up with… Read more »

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Badflower Tackles Pet Loss On “Paws” & Announces ‘No Place Like Home’


Badflower has officially announced that a new album is coming. No Place Like Home is set for release on June 20 via Big Machine Rock. It will feature previously released singles “London,” “Haunting You,” and “Detroit.” Today, the rock quartet launched a new, deeply relatable track, “Paws.” Lead singer Josh Katz notes, “Losing a pet is a very serious thing. It’s something I’ve been through, and I know a lot of other people have been through. I live on a farm by myself in the middle of nowhere, so I don’t have very many friends. My animals are my whole… Read more »

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16 Alternative Musicians Celebrating Birthdays in April


April is a magical month, full of both courageous Aries and creative Tauruses who have birthdays in this stretch of 30 days. TBH, there is something undeniable going on in the cosmos as some of the most prolific musicians in the alternative scene were born in April, including all three frontmen of the “emo trinity.” That’s right, Patrick Stump, Gerard Way, and Brendon Urie are all April babies. Here are 16 alternative birthdays to celebrate this April and every April. Rory Rodriguez — April 2 Dayseeker‘s Rory Rodriguez kicks off his spring with a birthday every year. We hope your… Read more »

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7 Alternative Albums You Won’t Believe Are Turning 10 in March 2025


With confidence, we can say that we kinda miss 2015. Life was simpler when “Uptwon Funk” by Bruno Mars ruled the charts, selfie sticks were a common accessory to carry around music festivals (for better or for worse), and Tumblr was thriving. And we can’t forget that Fall Out Boy had returned back from hiatus at this time, too. Whether you care to admit it or not, that year precedes us by an entire decade. Time flies when FOB is an active band, ya know? Uniquely, 2015 was the release year of some of the most iconic records in the… Read more »

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9 Rock, Punk & Indie Musicians To Stream For Women’s History Month


March isn’t just the time to wear green and celebrate St. Patty’s Day, it’s also time to truly reflect on the accomplishments of women in your life and afar via Women’s History Month. Plus, this is your reminder to continue to support women artists, small businesses, and beyond. One way to celebrate ladies this month and every month is, of course, by buying their music and attending their shows. Sure, we here in the alternative sphere love Paramore, Spiritbox, Avril Lavigne, and the like. But it’s vital to keep an eye on who is on the rise, too! These nine… Read more »

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The Word Alive, The Funeral Portrait, TX2, and More Join Ice Nine Kills Tour


Looks like Slasher Summer is kicking off a little early this year, thanks to Ice Nine Kills and their newly announced tourmates! Kicking off at the end of April, The Silver Scream-A-Thon will include two nights in each city to celebrate the band’s 2018 and 2021 albums.  On night one, The Word Alive, The Funeral Portrait, and Melrose Avenue will join the two-night events. On night two, Hail The Sun, TX2, and Dark Divine will support Ice Nine Kills. “In each city, Night One celebrates the fearsome full-length that began this era, The Silver Scream,” frontman Spencer Charnas explains. Night Two slashes through The Silver Scream 2: Welcome to… Read more »

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