Following their electrifying performance at Hangout Festival last weekend, Paramore commenced an exciting new leg of their North American tour last night. Their journey kicked off with a show-stopping, sold-out performance at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, NC. The group delivered a staggering 22-song setlist which left no stone unturned in their quest to create an unforgettable experience for the fans. Within this remarkable performance, Paramore treated the audience with two remarkable live debuts, igniting a fresh wave of excitement and anticipation. Adding an extra layer of enchantment to the evening, frontwoman Hayley Williams took center stage to deliver a mesmerizing… 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 »
Nostalgia is a major fuel source for pop culture today, stimulating our brains with positive memories. But nostalgia can only get you so far. A bunch of the bands we grew up on are not only still together, but still killing it.
Intertwining elements of pop-punk and rock with a touch of lo-fi, NOT.MY.WEEKEND‘s latest single “KNOCK.ME.OUT” featuring Sleeping With Sirens‘ Kellin Quinn is a powerful and captivating collaboration. “KNOCK.ME.OUT” explores the themes of finding someone who can instantly uplift you while grappling with an internal identity crisis and the quest for self-discovery. Quinn‘s distinctive vocals blend seamlessly with NOT.MY.WEEKEND‘s energetic sound, striking a perfect balance between vulnerability and intensity. Watch: Beauty School Dropout And jxdn Perform “FREAK UNPLUGGED” Live At The idobi Studios The song’s rich and layered production enhances its musicality. The combination of powerful guitar riffs, pulsating beats, and… Read more »
Boys Like Girls have rekindled their fans’ excitement by revealing the long-awaited details of their first song since 2012. Titled “Blood and Sugar,” the track will make its debut on Friday, May 19, marking the band’s highly anticipated comeback following their individual pursuits. Vocalist Martin Johnson has delivered a heartfelt message to commemorate this special occasion. In a poignant three-minute voiceover video, the group shares glimpses of their successful past and provides a glimpse into their personal lives since their previous release. “I got an interesting relationship with my younger self,” Johnson begins. “I respect and admire the kid. His… Read more »
Metalcore heavyweights The Devil Wears Prada and Fit For A King are teaming up for an epic co-headlining tour, aptly named “Metalcore Dropouts.” Joining them as support on the 27-date fall tour, starting September 15 in Anaheim, CA, are Counterparts and LANDMVRKS. “We are so stoked to be heading across America with our pals in Fit For A King on the Metalcore Dropouts Tour!,” says The Devil Wears Prada‘s Jeremy DePoyster. “We know how excited everyone is to hear more of Color Decay and we cannot wait to play these songs for you. Our buddies in Counterparts and Landmvrks are… Read more »
A lot has changed in Rachel Platten’s life since her last release in 2020. Over the last three years, the “Fight Song” singer has gone from a mother of one to a mother of two. She welcomed her first daughter Violet into the world in 2019 and her second daughter Sophie in 2021. While her life has gone up and down through happiness and struggles, Platten’s first single in three years, “Girls,” pulled from an upcoming larger collection of new music, is a reflection on female strength. “Girls” follows the same vein of empowerment that Platten has always injected into… Read more »
Royal & the Serpent came on the scene like a dynamite in 2020 with her smashing viral single, “overwhelmed.” The track exploded on TikTok, becoming an inescapable sensation, appearing on every radio station, playing in every coffee shop, and blasting out of phones on a loop across the country. You probably found yourself humming the hook in the shower for weeks on end, whether you realized it or not. Royal & the Serpent quickly proved her longevity as an artist and continues to top herself creatively over and over. Over the last two years she has released multiple EPs and… Read more »
Beloved emo rock icons Say Anything emerged from hiatus last Friday for their first show in nearly five years. Frontman Max Bemis and the refreshed lineup dug in for a sold-out, four night run at New York City’s Bowery Ballroom with a line of fans camped out in the rain on Delancey Street waiting for doors to open. Anticipation was high, driven by the release of “Psyche!” earlier in the day, the band’s first new music since their no longer 2019 farewell album, Oliver Appropriate. Say Anything has always featured a revolving door of musicians surrounding founding members Max Bemis… Read more »
Say Anything are back together and have released a brand new track, “Psyche!” Today. They are a band that have always done things differently than everyone else. They stuck out like a sore thumb in the scene since their inception in a beautifully unique and transparently broken way. Max Bemis is a genius to say the least and you won’t find another project quite like his. Hell, their first full-length album, …Is A Real Boy, was intended to be a performative musical that transformed into a two-part melodic odyssey. With spoken word interludes, triumphant and drastic sonic changes within each… Read more »
