It is officially summer time! You know what that means…every pop-punk band is about to ask the same burning question: “Did we just write the song of the summer?” It is hard to determine the correct answer here. Especially because music is subjective, and your song of the summer pick is probably different than someone else’s. So, how do we decide which band truly wrote the summer anthem? Look no further! Here at idobi we are kicking off the official Summertime Sadness Bracket to figure out the truth and get to the bottom of this! We need your help though.… Read more »
Have you ever wanted to hear your favorite bands collaborate with one another? This Wild Life is turning this dream into a reality with their latest album, Never Fade. Each song on the acoustic duo’s release includes a special guest vocalist, delivering surprise performances from beginning to end. From Magnolia Park’s Joshua Roberts to Yellowcard’s William Ryan Key, Never Fade bridges the gap between the scene’s legacy acts and today’s heavy hitters. To celebrate the record, This Wild Life dropped a music video for “Proximity,” featuring Rory Rodriguez of Dayseeker. Performing in front of a backdrop reminiscent of the album’s… Read more »
We’ve put together a list of Taylor Swift songs that might not be 100% pop-punk but certainly teeter on the edge.
Citizen has embarked on the Decade Of Youth tour to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of their debut album Youth, which kicked off last night at a sold-out show in New York City. While the group ran through the 10-track album, they surprised fans during their 4-track encore with a new, unreleased single titled “If You’re Lonely.” “If You’re Lonely” marks a notable departure from their previous work, showcasing a fresh and vibrant sound that radiates with an infectious upbeat tonality. The song introduces listeners to a fusion of funky leading percussion, dance-worthy guitars, and sunny synths, creating an irresistibly catchy… Read more »
Philadelphia-based folk rock outfit, Slaughter Beach, Dog have returned today with a comforting new track “Strange Weather” via Lame-O Records. The new track has the nostalgia of an indie rock song from the 1970’s. Simple acoustic guitars are bathed over warm drum tones, and beautiful harmonies laced with wiggly lead guitar licks happen in just the right places. It feels like a song you heard long ago, maybe off in the distant background where you fell in love for the first time, or perhaps in a dream. Lead singer Jake Ewald shared on the new track: “‘Strange Weather’ doing your… Read more »
Perhaps one of the most underrated bands of the last decade, Fireworks hit their stride in the early 2010’s with two iconic albums, Gospel in 2011 and Oh, Common Life in 2014. Just when we thought they were in their prime, they sadly disappeared. However, in 2019 they returned after an eight year hiatus with their single “Demitasse“. The song came with fascinating teasers, including a personal beliefs survey. Fans were super stoked that we may be getting an album or EP in the following months, but then we all know what happened in 2020. Another few years went by… Read more »
The Maine are a band that prove again and again that they stand the test of time. Ever-changing, growing, and expanding, they never stop finding ways to connect with their community in the most earnest way. Today the group have announced the release of their ninth studio album, Self-Titled, dropping on 8.1.23. Long-time fans of the band know the significance of this date and can appreciate the brilliantly clever ode the beautiful space The Maine has created over the years. The 8123 is the collective the band created nearly a decade ago. It now stands as the name of the… Read more »
Pride shines a light where light needs shining. It’s about awareness and, ultimately, acceptance and normalization. That’s why it is so important.
Oh June, the best month of the year if you’re a queer person. Whether you are gay, lesbian, bisexual, pansexual, transgender, non-binary, intersex or anywhere in-between on the wide spectrum of the queer community, it is YOUR month. If you are new here, my name is Tate Logan and I am a transman that has been involved in the alternative music space since I was a kid. I’ve played in bands, toured the country, released albums and obsessed over all things music for basically my entire life. I host a show right here on idobi radio called Punk Goes Pride.… Read more »
Once upon a time movie stars used to be exclusive to the silver screen. With the introduction of streaming, the endless plethora of options has completely changed the game.
