The untimely death in 1996 of 33-year-old pop/jazz singer Eva Cassidy struck a deep chord with Chuck Brown. Washington, D.C.’s godfather of go-go had teamed with Cassidy on the 1995 release “The Other Side.” “After we lost her, I didn’t want to do anymore studio work,” Brown said. But cajoling from songwriter/producer Chucky Thompson and business manager Tom Goldfogle changed Brown’s tune. “We’re About the Business” (due April 24 from Raw Venture) is the musician’s first set of primarily original material since Cassidy’s death. That’s not all. Rapper Eve samples his No. 31 1974 R&B hit “Blow Your Whistle” on… Read more »
Los Angeles – Nearly 10 years into his career, Xzibit is on a roll. Now in the second season of hosting the popular MTV series “Pimp My Ride,” the West Coast rapper is busy promoting his fifth album, “Weapons of Mass Destruction,” which Columbia will release Dec. 14. His acting chops are also getting a workout. His cameo in Eminem’s “8 Mile” has segued into a role alongside Ice Cube in the upcoming “XXX” sequel, “XXX State of the Union.” Xzibit also has a part in the forthcoming Jennifer Aniston/Clive Owen suspense thriller, “Derailed.” While he enjoys the wider audience… Read more »
W. Axl Rose will exhibit his appetite for reconstruction when Guns N’ Roses re-emerge for their first U.S. tour in nine years with many new band members and a batch of new material. The first date of the group’s trek will be November 7 in Vancouver at General Motors Place. An additional 25 dates have been announced, the last of which will be December 21 in Dallas at the American Airlines Center. More shows will be booked in the coming weeks. Guns N’ Roses, who have been out of the U.S. spotlight for the past decade, performed on television for… Read more »
Bust-ups, divorce and family feuds have kept British rock band Oasis and the battling Gallagher brothers in the news as much as their music. But as Oasis nears its 10th anniversary, guitarist Noel Gallagher told Thursday’s Evening Standard newspaper that despite their well-publicized rows, his relationship with Liam was one of the few constants in his life. “Slowly but surely, my personal life started falling apart and all I had left was my brother and my band,” Gallagher told the paper. “And I thought, ‘well I’m not giving that up because that’s Our Kid and that’s my band. Why should… Read more »
Emo Social Club is Brian Rowe and Lizzie Baumgartner. The club began in 2018 after a mutual interest in all things emo and pop-punk emerged between the hosts. A key element that solidified Emo Social Club was their desire to create and support a sense of community. From there, Rowe and Baumgartner launched the outlet through live streaming, artist interviews, and a deep passion for the music scene. Over the last seven years, they have interviewed acts such as The Used, Silverstein, Winona Fighter, and Jimmy Eat World, along with newcomers to the scene. From streaming DJ sets during the… Read more »
February is when things start getting real, and you’re no longer shaking off the exhaustion of the holiday season. From heavy, chest-rattling new songs to melodic gut punches and indie tracks that linger, these are the best new alternative, metal, rock, and indie songs worth your time right now. Want more new music like this? Download the free idobi App and tune into idobi Radio, Howl, and anthm. Differences — “Void” Brace for impact because Differences are about to become your favorite new metal/metalcore band! Comprised of Sean-Anthony Todd (vocals), Gene Ramirez (guitar), Levi Henderson (electric bass guitar), and Nicholas Brandon Miller (drums), the… Read more »
The Cab is officially back with several exciting announcements, including a list of new headlining tour dates and a forthcoming record, Chasing Crowns. The new LP is preceded by their 2025 EP, Road To Reign: A Prelude, which marked their major return after more than a decade away. Excitingly, the group is set to launch their single, “Locked And Loaded,” this Friday, so stay tuned for new music ASAP. 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,… Read more »
Sparks The Rescue is officially going on tour this May with help from Wheatus, Signal The Escape, and The Sophomore Beat on select dates. The six-piece Portland, Maine, emo act may be most beloved for their tracks “Autumn” and “We Love Like Vampires” from Eyes To The Sun, as well as Worst Thing I’ve Been Cursed With, but they’re entering a new chapter with new tracks to pair. Fresh off the releases of 2025 singles “Chase The Dawn” and “Ice Storm of ‘98,” Sparks The Rescue is ready to add a refresh to your alternative playlist. Ahead of their recently-revealed spring tour dates, idobi… Read more »
So, the internet has been obsessed with reliving 2016, and we get it. First off, frozen yogurt shops were the hottest place to be on a Friday night, and chokers ripped skinny jeans were pure fashion. And we definitely can’t forget about the iconic alternative songs that defined the year. (Special shoutout to Death Of A Bachelor by Panic! At The Disco.) However, we think that this energy needs to be directed at 2006, too! Not only was The Office taking over television screens, but aviator sunnies and trucker hats were closet staples. What a time to be alive. If… Read more »
We’re all yearning for it to be 2016 again, or so it seems that way on the internet! Luckily, The 1975—aka the kings of the year—are helping you relive those days with the reissue of their sophomore LP, I like it when you sleep, for you are so beautiful yet so unaware of it, which was originally released on February 26 a decade ago. 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… Read more »
