After releasing their supercharged singles “It’s Supposed To Hurt” and “Learn To Forget” House Of Protection is showing the softer side of their musical vision with new track, “Being One” via Red Bull Records. Guitarist Stephen Harrison and drummer Aric Improta (ex-FEVER 333 musicians) “knew it wasn’t going to be easy to start again from scratch, but that phrase became our ethos. Starting again was the whole point of this [project].” This synth-laced, pop-rock-infused offering proves that this is the alternative dynamic duo of your dreams. Harrison’s vocals shine on the record, revealing a new level of brilliance for his range. Of “Being One,” Improta says, “‘Being One’… Read more »
With seven full-length albums to their name and their music solidly, and rightfully, etched into the annals of rock history alongside emo/scene peers such as My Chemical Romance, Fall Out Boy, and Dashboard Confessional, The Early November has returned with their most personal collection of songs yet. To mark the occasion, they’ve released a 10-track magnum opus as a self-titled album, more than 20 years into their career. In an in-depth interview with idobi Radio, founding members Ace Enders (vocalist/guitarist) and Jeff Kummer (drummer/percussionist) discuss why now was the right time to release a self-titled album, what’s next for The… Read more »
On June 13, Foo Fighters premiered “Unconditional” for lucky attendees of their Emirates Old Trafford show in Manchester, England. However, the song is, by no means, “new.” In fact, it’s an unreleased demo that was never fully realized. A band representative noted, “The band’s rediscovery of ‘Unconditional’ happened in true spontaneous Foo Fighters fashion. The song came up in conversation during rehearsals for the UK tour, and all it took was one run-through. The decision was made instantly to share it with everyone in the same way — live.” Check out the live performance of “Unconditional” below, courtesy of @foofighterslive… Read more »
With anticipation building around the group’s forthcoming album, The Crucible Of Life, The Home Team has returned with their tug-on-your-heartstrings ballad, “Walk This World With Me.” “I personally have a really soft spot for ballads, but to be honest it was kind of a battle deciding whether or not to make one for this album,” vocalist Brian Butcher shares. “The softness isn’t always representative of our sound, but when the idea for this song’s chorus came to me, I was really driven to see it all the way to the end. It is definitely a spiritual successor to Slow Bloom’s… Read more »
The debut episode of Beauty School Dropout’s new podcast, Out Of Pocket, has finally arrived! Premiering last night, Tuesday, June 11, at 8 PM ET/5 PM PT, the guys dive into the highs and lows of their weeks. They share memorable Coachella moments including their favorite sets and the press around Grimes, the sweetness of spending an entire day in pajamas, the frustration of parking tickets at 2 AM, and even where they’d buy their dream house. Hint hint, it would not be in Downtown LA. And yes, they do name-drop Taylor Swift. Check out the full debut episode below… Read more »
Following the release of his cathartic new single “Sunshine” last week, MOD SUN has announced a co-headline tour this fall with lovelytheband. The extensive, 30-date tour is scheduled to kick off on September 28 in San Francisco, CA, and will wrap up on November 11 in Los Angeles, CA. Ticket presale will begin this Wednesday, June 12, at 10 AM local time, while Spotify and local presale will begin on Thursday, June 13, at 10 AM local time. General on-sale will begin this Friday, June 14, at 10 AM local time. Tickets can be purchased here and here. Check out… Read more »
In anticipation of their forthcoming full-length album Gangster Of Love, which will arrive on May 31 via Wax Bodega, Super American has announced a North American fall headline tour. The tour, presented by Emo Nite Brooklyn, is scheduled to kick off on August 1 in Toronto, ON, and run for 34 shows, with support from Sydney Sprague and Summerbruise. Sharing their excitement for the upcoming tour, the band writes in an Instagram caption, “we could not be more excited to take a lap around the track this aug/sept to celebrate Gangster of Love with our friends @sydneysprague + @summerbruise69 presented… Read more »
As Letdown. mastermind Blake Coddington prepares to kick off festival season at the idobi Radio Summer School Tour, the alternative, post-emo act has unveiled their latest single, “Raincoat.” As the song unfolds, it opens with a steady drum beat and gentle guitar plucks, setting the stage for Coddington’s signature vocal delivery. With each note, his voice rises, carrying the listener into the heart of the anthemic chorus. There, Coddington’s explosive and commanding vocals propel to the forefront, bursting through thick layers of sound with undeniable power and emotion. The continued pulsating instrumentation serves as a stunning, intense backdrop to Coddington’s… Read more »
Fresh off the success of their chart-topping single “Up All Night,” featuring the legendary record producer and guitarist Nile Rodgers, which soared to No. 27 on the Alt Radio Chart earlier this year, The Ramona Flowers made an exciting appearance at the idobi Radio Studios in North Hollywood, CA. There, they put on an exclusive and mesmerizing performance of their March 2023 hit single, “Hey You,” extracted from their acclaimed 5-track EP of the same name. The ensemble, vocalist Steve Bird, guitarist Sam Dyson, keyboardist/guitarist Dave Betts, and drummer Ed Gallimore, brought their signature energy and passion to the studio… Read more »
The Dead Boy Detectives AKA George Rexstrew and Jayden Revri stop by for a chat. Our Rioters also get into Challengers, Fallout, and some of the anime picks they’ve been loving lately.
