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With Heavy Punk Thrashing, Thrice Will Suffice

Another punk band bursting out of Orange County, Thrice segregate themselves from the monotonous throng of pop lightweights overwhelming the SoCal scene by delivering some much needed meaty hardcore musicianship and potent lyrics. Bringing that furious sound of their debut Identity Crisis to the stage of Anaheim’s House of Blues recently (8/9), the foursome performed before a sold out hometown crowd with metal-crushing vigor. “It was really, really fun,” said breathless frontman and songwriter Dustin Kensrue backstage after the gig in an exclusive interview with Virginmega.com. “The kids were going crazy and we played almost all of our first record… Read more »

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My Chemical Romance, Iron Maiden, Tool & Limp Bizkit To Headline Louder Than Life 2026

Louder Than Life 2026 is coming back to Louisville this September 17-20, and the entire fest lineup is a metal and alternative fan’s dream-come-true. Stream Your Favorite Artists on idobi Radio From Waterparks and 5 Seconds Of Summer to The Paradox, L.S. Dunes, Ice Nine Kills, and beyond, idobi Radio, Howl, and anthm bring alternative, pop-punk, metal, rock, and indie to you anywhere, anytime. Stream Your Favorite Artists on idobi Radio Iron Maiden, Pantera, and Megadeth are set to headline various stages on Thursday, September 17. My Chemical Romance, Pierce The Veil, and A Day to Remember are set to… Read more »

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Royal & The Serpent Announces Debut Album Emptiness Is Godly

Royal & The Serpent has officially announced her debut full-length record, Emptiness Is Godly, which is due on May 8, via Atlantic Records. The artist revealed not one, but two new tracks, “Fiona” and “Favorite Person,” which will appear on the LP alongside singles “Death Do Us Part,” “Euphoria,” and “Carry Me Home.” Stream Your Favorite Artists on idobi Radio From Waterparks and 5 Seconds Of Summer to The Paradox, L.S. Dunes, Ice Nine Kills, and beyond, idobi Radio, Howl, and anthm bring alternative, pop-punk, metal, rock, and indie to you anywhere, anytime. Stream Your Favorite Artists on idobi Radio… Read more »

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Hayley Williams Surprise Drops Power Snatch Debut EP

After getting snubbed on all four of her Grammy nominations, Hayley Williams is continuing to release dazzling alternative tracks. In the wake of her losses, she launched a new music project, Power Snatch. The duo is made up of the Paramore frontwoman and multi-instrumentalist Daniel James, aka the producer behind her solo LP, Ego Death At A Bachelorette Party. Stream Your Favorite Artists on idobi Radio From Waterparks and 5 Seconds Of Summer to The Paradox, L.S. Dunes, Ice Nine Kills, and beyond, idobi Radio, Howl, and anthm bring alternative, pop-punk, metal, rock, and indie to you anywhere, anytime. Stream… Read more »

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Softcult to Dark Divine: New Songs to Listen to in January

A new year always brings a clean slate. January 2026 is already proving that artists are wasting no time setting the tone. From fresh beginnings to bold sonic shifts, these releases highlight the best new alternative, metal, rock, and indie songs arriving right now. Want more new music like this? Download the free idobi App and tune into idobi Radio, Howl, and anthm. Youth Fountain — “Dearly Beloved” Youth Fountain has shared “Dearly Beloved,” a stripped-back and emotionally resonant follow-up to their 2025 single “Tarnish,” continuing the lead-up to an eagerly awaited new album expected to drop in 2026. Led… Read more »

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Beetlejuice’s Catherine O’Hara Has Died At 71

According to multiple reports, actress and comedian Catherine O’Hara, best known for her roles on Schitt’s Creek, Beetlejuice, and Home Alone, has died at the age of 71. Born in Toronto in 1954, the beloved star leaves behind a husband, Robert W. Welch III, and two sons, Matthew and Luke Welch. Stream Your Favorite Artists on idobi Radio From Waterparks and 5 Seconds Of Summer to The Paradox, L.S. Dunes, Ice Nine Kills, and beyond, idobi Radio, Howl, and anthm bring alternative, pop-punk, metal, rock, and indie to you anywhere, anytime. Stream Your Favorite Artists on idobi Radio The cause… Read more »

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Dogpark Details Each Track On Their New Corporate Pudding EP

New York’s indie-rock darling, Dogpark have officially released their highly anticipated EP Corporate Pudding. Heralded as one of idobi Radio’s artists to watch in 2026, the quartet effortlessly intertwines themes of modern love and loss with tongue-in-cheek lyrics describing the dull, gray world of corporate America and capitalism’s death grip. The EP is a must-listen for all indie lovers, whether you love the stylings of Oasis and The Cure or The Strokes and Tame Impala, you are sure to find all those influences and more with Dogpark. Frankly, the band is breathing new life into the genre and will surely… Read more »

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Sweet Pill Reveals Paranoia-Inducing “Slow Burn” Music Video

Following the releases of “No Control” and “Glow,” Sweet Pill has shared a new single from their highly anticipated sophomore LP, Still There’s a Glow, due on March 13 via Hopeless Records. The East Coast punks revealed “Slow Burn” with an accompanying music video. The thrilling new release is a paranoia-inducing, riff-laced certified banger. Stream Your Favorite Artists on idobi Radio From Waterparks and 5 Seconds Of Summer to The Paradox, L.S. Dunes, Ice Nine Kills, and beyond, idobi Radio, Howl, and anthm bring alternative, pop-punk, metal, rock, and indie to you anywhere, anytime. Stream Your Favorite Artists on idobi Radio Zayna Youssef… Read more »

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21 Emo & Alternative 2016 Songs That Defined The Year

For some reason, the internet is utterly obsessed with reliving its 2016 glory days. A testament to just how bad 2026 is, or a harmless blast to the past, you decide. Whether you were still taking the bus to school or commuting your way to work as an “elder emo,” you were probably blasting these tracks throughout the year. From Waterparks‘ massive debut album, Double Dare, to Pierce The Veil‘s Misadventures offerings, these are the songs that defined 2016 for pop-punk, alternative, metal, and indie lovers. Panic! At The Disco — “Emperor’s New Clothes” If I say something, you guys… Read more »

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TX2 & Magnolia Park Cause A “Murder Scene” On Their New Single

TX2 just released a new song, and this time, he tapped his besties in Magnolia Park to bring listeners the dazzling “Murder Scene.” This track follows up the release of his collab with Black Veil Brides‘ Andy Biersack, “The End Of Us,” from his forthcoming debut TX2 just released a new song, and this time, he tapped his besties in Magnolia Park to bring listeners the dazzling “Murder Scene.” album of the same name. Stream Your Favorite Artists on idobi Radio From Waterparks and 5 Seconds Of Summer to The Paradox, L.S. Dunes, Ice Nine Kills, and beyond, idobi Radio, Howl,… Read more »