Have you ever wondered what it would sound like if emo-punkers My Chemical Romance and the beloved Hannah Montana character collided for a crossover? This writer sure has, and today, that itch has been scratched. Earlier this week, an image from the Billboard Albums chart dated November 11, 2006, began circulating across social media platforms showcasing MCR’s The Black Parade secured at No. 2 and Hannah Montana’s self-titled album at No. 1. The image donned the caption, “i feel like we as a society don’t talk enough about the november 2006 album charts.” This unlikely and rather nostalgic clash has… Read more »
This week on DNA Interviews: The Metal DNA Podcast, Shawn speaks with Woody, Vocalist of Polar all about music from the mid-90s, their new album Five Arrows which they dropped last month + much more! Catch Metal DNA live Saturdays @ 8pmEST on idobi Howl! Follow Metal DNA on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram! Subscribe/Follow on iTunes & Spotify
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 »
This week on DNA Interviews: The Metal DNA Podcast, Shawn speaks with Bart and Boruta of Patriarkh about local legends, cult leaders, made for TV films, and eventually some music, as well. Their rad, weird, and highly-recommended-by-shawn album Prophet Ilya drops on January 3 on Napalm Records! Catch Metal DNA live Saturdays @ 8pmEST on idobi Howl! Follow Metal DNA on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram! Subscribe/Follow on iTunes & Spotify
Bidding so long and goodnight to the New Jersey vs. The World Tour, Senses Fail put on a memorable finale show on December 8 at the House of Blues in Anaheim, CA. Joined by co-headliner Saves The Day and opener Narrow Head, the band closed their set with a powerful, sing-along cover of My Chemical Romance’s breakout anthem “Helena.” As a tribute to their New Jersey roots and one of the state’s most legendary emo exports, Senses Fail has been ending their sets with the cover throughout the tour alongside Chris Conley, Saves The Day’s frontman. In a frankly chaotic… Read more »
As the year comes to a close, and we bid “farewell” (and maybe “fuck you”) to 2024, it’s the perfect time to look back and celebrate the albums that shaped the soundtrack of the last 12 months. From deeply personal indie projects to genre-defining heavy hitters, 2024 was filled with groundbreaking releases that reminded us of the power of music and, more importantly, of the alternative community. With so much incredible work to choose from, narrowing down our favorites was a daunting task. This year, the quality and variety of music made it impossible to rank our picks—every album brought… Read more »
On November 29, TMZ broke the news of the passing of My Chemical Romance‘s former drummer Bob Bryar. On December 2, the band shared an official statement on Instagram. The band shared, “It is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to Bob Bryar, our former bandmate and an important part of the history of My Chemical Romance. We send our deepest condolences to his friends and family at this time. May he rest in peace.” Bryar was the group’s longest-standing drummer and served with My Chemical Romance from 2004 to 2010. He performed on The Black Parade, The Black Parade… Read more »
This week on DNA Interviews: The Metal DNA Podcast, Shawn is joined by Defences Vocalist Cherry Duesbury to talk about their new record Shadowlight + get to talking about a bunch of awesome new music both metal and non-metal! Catch Metal DNA live Saturdays @ 8pmEST on idobi Howl! Follow Metal DNA on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram! Subscribe/Follow on iTunes & Spotify
According to a report coming directly from TMZ, Bob Bryar, the former drummer of My Chemical Romance, has passed away at the age of 44. Bryar was the group’s longest-standing drummer and served with MCR from 2004 to 2010. He performed on The Black Parade, The Black Parade Is Dead!, and Conventional Weapons while receiving songwriting credits on Danger Days: The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys. Born on December 31, 1979, in Chicago, Illinois, Bryar initially trained as a jazz drummer and studied at a performing arts high school. Before joining My Chemical Romance, he worked as a sound… Read more »
Fall Out Boy has been a cornerstone of the music industry, specifically in emo and pop-punk, for what feels like a lifetime, consistently evolving while leaving a lasting impact on fans. From the moment Andy Hurley’s anthemic drums and hi-hats kicked off their breakout single “Sugar, We’re Goin Down,” the Chicago band cemented themselves as a cultural phenomenon. With eight full-length albums to their name, each marking a distinct chapter in their journey, Fall Out Boy has built a discography that’s as visually striking as it is sonically diverse. Their album artwork is more than just packaging—it’s a snapshot… Read more »
