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DE’WAYNE Explores Father-Son Relationships On “sundays”

Following the release of his dynamic and soulful singles “highway robbery,” “june,” and “biological,” DE’WAYNE is back with his vulnerable new track, “sundays.” All songs are set to appear on his upcoming new album, june, set for release on July 30 via Fearless Records. Just in time for Father’s Day, DE’WAYNE navigates the nuances of the father-son relationship. He notes, “When I wrote this song, I wanted to explain the complicated bond between a father and son. One where love and pain, admiration, and resentment all live side by side.” He adds, “It’s about seeing your father as both a hero… Read more »

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The Plot In You Announces Headline Dates Ahead Of Bring Me The Horizon Shows

The Plot In You is playing several rock festivals this summer, but excitingly, the group just announced they’ll be performing an array of headline shows throughout North America this fall. The band will kick off their headlining run at Providence’s The Strand on September 5 and wrap up on September 18 in Huntsville’s VBC Mars Music Hall. Northlane, Invent Animate, and Windwaker will offer support on these tour stops. Then, The Plot In You will begin their support run with Bring Me The Horizon and Motionless In White on September 23 at Raleigh’s Lenovo Center and conclude it on October… Read more »

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Artists Celebrating and Supporting Pride This June And Every Month

The first Pride was a riot—the Stonewall riots, to be exact. And it feels like the spirit of those early movements needs to return. As the United States legislates against transgender individuals, incites attacks on LGBTQIA+ rights, and defunds valuable health programs such as HIV research, it might feel like there’s a looming dark cloud over the month. However, celebrating who you are and who you love is an act of resistance! Not only does the whole team at idobi Radio celebrate Pride, these alternative musicians and brands are also celebrating the LGBTQ+ people in their lives this June and… Read more »

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Yellowcard & A Day To Remember Announce Maximum Fun Tour

If you already have your summer festival tickets lined up, get ready to add some fall dates to your collection. A Day To Remember and Yellowcard have announced their co-headlining Maximum Fun Tour, which kicks off on September 5 in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, and wraps up on November 22 in Corpus Christi, Texas. This time, they’re bringing out special guests State Champs, The Wonder Years, Boundaries, and Dinosaur Pile-Up on select dates. “If you think you’ve had fun before, think again. Because there’s no fun quite like the Maximum Fun Tour, coming soon to a concert hall near you,” a… Read more »

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grandson Isn’t Keeping Politics Out Of Music On “BRAINROT”

If you’re frustrated with American politics, you’re not alone, and grandson is putting a soundtrack to your feelings of rage. The artist, well-known for his blunt observations and critiques of capitalism, content consumption, broken social systems, and beyond, just announced his third album. INERTIA is set for release on September 5, and features his single “BRAINROT.” The “BRAINROT” music video, starring Sophie Powers, is a dark satire touching on how the end of the world *feels like* it’s being livestreamed. His lyrics will punch you in the gut, including, “Watch the stars walk the red carpet/Watch the cops shoot the… Read more »

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Florence Pugh Stars In YUNGBLUD “Zombie” Music Video

Ahead of his upcoming Idols double album, set to drop June 20, YUNGBLUD has unveiled “Zombie”—an open-wound ballad. Accompanied by a visually striking music video starring acclaimed British actress Florence Pugh (Midsommar, Oppenheimer, Thunderbolts*), the track marks a dramatic shift in tone from previous singles “Lovesick Lullaby” and “Hello Heaven, Hello,” both of which will also appear on the album. You can preorder and pre-save Idols here. “The song was written initially about my grandmother going through serious injury and trauma, leading her to become a different person to who she was before,” YUNGBLUD shares. “It’s about the feeling of… Read more »

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NOAHFINNCE and Pinkshift Criticize Download Fest’s Anti-Trans Policy

The alternative community is rallying in criticism of Download Fest UK following the release of its 2025 bathroom policy for this year’s event, taking place June 13–15. Among the most vocal is NOAHFINNCE, who performed at the festival in 2024. The artist took to social media to share a screenshot of the policy and publicly condemn its approach. According to the image posted by NOAHFINNCE, the festival’s official bathroom guidelines are as follows: “We are proud of the reputation the Download community has in terms of diversity, and will always look to promote the safety and comfort of all festival… Read more »

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Julia Wolf Faces PRESSURE Head-On Across Sophomore Album

With her sophomore album PRESSURE, Julia Wolf is shedding old expectations and stepping fully into her own. Known for her sharp lyricism and genre-blurring sound, Wolf’s latest release finds her embracing her vulnerability and emotional nuance with an unapologetic tone. As she gears up her headlining tour—alongside select supporting dates for none other than Halsey—PRESSURE arrives as both a creative breakthrough and a personal reckoning. idobi Radio caught up with Julia to talk about the sonic shift, the Twilight-fueled virality of “In My Room,” her DIY process, and what it really means to take back control of your art. It’s… Read more »

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Music Executive Dave Shapiro Tragically Passes Away in Plane Crash

Dave Shapiro—a well-respected music industry executive who opened doors for hundreds of alternative artists in the scene—has tragically passed away today, May 22, 2025, in a small jet plane crash in San Diego, CA. He had just turned 42 years old in January. A godfather of the scene, Shapiro was a driving force in the world of artist management, booking, and touring. As a co-founder of Sound Talent Group and owner of Velocity Records, he helped guide the careers of countless alternative artists. His vision, tireless drive, and deep respect for musicians made him a beloved professional and trusted voice… Read more »

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Chandler Leighton on Her Genre-Bending Evolution and New Era of Music

On the latest episode of idobi Warped Radio, Chandler Leighton opened up about embracing her multifaceted sound, reflecting on her sonic evolution and teasing her latest project yet—a new EP set to arrive this summer that she says she is “so aligned with.” Leighton, who first made waves as a contestant on American Idol and later through her feature with ILLENIUM, has never been one to stay boxed into one genre. “You look at people like Billie Eilish… then you look at her follow-up albums, and they went from folk to other experimental stuff,” she shares. “You look at Taylor… Read more »