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Pittsburgh’s The Spacepimps wear their early 2000’s pop punk influences on their sleeve, so it seems only fitting that their latest offering is an acoustic cover of The Ataris’ classic “So Long Astoria.”
For most artists, it may be challenging to recreate their favorite songs, but Young Statues have released a solid cover record that reflects their own originality and maintains the integrity of the artists that inspire them the most.
The dog days of summer are here, and these new tunes are perfectly cool. For your tropical vacations and poolside hangs, we’ve got the best new metal, indie, pop-punk, and rock finds that just dropped in July. From Arankai to lolitslea and beyond, these new songs will be your favorite new listens this month. Arankai — “Meant To Live” (Switchfoot Cover) Metal artist Arankai just dropped his own cover of Switchfoot’s “Meant To Live” for Hopeless Records’ Songs That Saved My Life. The artist shared, “’Meant To Live’ was my gateway to rock music, and I’m honored that I get to… Read more »
Sleep Theory has released another thrilling cover to round our their (E)motional (S)upport (C)are (P)ackage EP. This time, they’re making it a cool summer with their reimagined version of Taylor Swift‘s “Cruel Summer” from her Lover era. The EP also features covers of NSYNC‘s “Bye Bye Bye” and Paramore‘s “My Heart.” Check out the metal-laced pop banger below and get ready to listen to this poolside all summer long. In July, you can catch Sleep Theory at Inkcarceration, Warped Tour, Louder Than Life, and more major fests. Then, this fall, they’ll head to Europe and the UK for a tour… Read more »
Summer is officially here, and these new tunes are sizzling hot. Whether you’re heading to the beach, are hitting the road for a friend trip, or simply basking in the air conditioning, we’ve got the best new metal, indie, pop-punk, and rock finds that just dropped in June. From Senses to Sawyer Hill and beyond, these new songs will be your fave new listens. Want more new music like this? Download the free idobi App and tune into idobi Radio, Howl, and anthm. Senses — “Perfect” (Simple Plan Cover) Hopeless Records has revealed a new track for Songs That Saved My Life. Los Angeles… Read more »
Following the release of singles “Pure Ecstasy” and “Free,” Beartooth is sharing another look into their new album’s era with the arrival of “Bullshit.” Their sixth studio album, Pure Ecstasy, is set for arrival on August 28, via Fearless Records. Frontman Caleb Shomo says, “’Bullshit’ is a familiar song I’ve written many times. I wanted to revisit the musical style that was the catalyst of so much healing and discovery in my earlier years of Beartooth. It’s an exercise in letting the truth out about what you’re sick of in your own life. Sometimes the easiest way to deal with something… Read more »
Motionless In White is gearing up to unleash their new record, Decades, on July 17, but first, they dropped an official music video for “R.I.P.” featuring Skylar Grey. “Skylar’s voice brought it to another level that I never could have achieved on my own,” singer Chris Motionless says of the collab. “I really love the lyrics for this song. Even though I wrote it through a romantic lens, I love that it can be applied to any moment in your life when you’ve had a falling out with someone you deeply care about, whether that’s a best friend, family member, or romantic… Read more »
The Linda Lindas are heading to a new home! The punk rockers have officially signed with Reprise/Warner Records and dropped their label debut, “Burning Out.” This track is preceded by their 2026 cover of Ramones’ “California Sun,” out via Epitaph. Lucia de la Garza says of the song, “‘Burning Out’ felt so simultaneously new and nostalgic for us, and I think that was super fitting for me, especially because I had just graduated high school and I was feeling very surrounded by change.” The artist adds, “We went on a week-long writing retreat in Palm Springs less than a month… Read more »
Late For Load In returns for Season 2 this Wednesday live @ 7pm ET / 4pm PT on idobi Howl! Late For Load In is hosted by Chris Davis, guitarist of The Ghost Inside, and Josh Korel, a former tour manager turned artist manager, and founder of Contend. Mgmt. The show provides an intimate look into the human experiences that shape the artists & industry professionals they admire. On the season premiere of Late For Load In, the guys are joined by Joel Birch, Vocalist of The Amity Affliction. Breaking through the chaos of music, addiction, and mental health, Joel… Read more »
