To say we’re excited about the highly-anticipated Alkaline Trio album, Blood, Hair, And Eyeballs, the group’s first full-length since 2018’s Is This Thing Cursed?, would be a massive understatement. As of publishing, we are approximately 22 days (depending on where you’re located in the world) out until their tenth studio album officially drops via Rise Records on January 26. The album has already given fans a taste of its brilliance and what to expect from the full collection through the titular track and their latest emotionally charged anthem, “Bad Time.” While we’re eagerly awaiting the arrival of their new collection,… Read more »
As the release of their third album, How To Disappear, looms, Casey has unleashed the contemplative ballad “Selah.” The aptly titled record marks the group’s full-length return following the announcement of their 2018 disbandment and is set to debut on January 12 via Hassle Records. The group’s latest effort showcases a shift toward a quieter, more introspective tone compared to the album’s previous previews: “Puncture Wounds To Heaven,” “How To Disappear,” and “Bite Through My Tongue.” Rather than having their post-hardcore roots prominently on display, “Selah” flourishes with melancholic percussion, moody guitar melodies, and vocalist Tom Weaver’s reflective delivery. At… Read more »
Cassadee Pope ushered in the new year with unparalleled energy! After the world experienced epic performances for Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve in New York City and Los Angeles, including Green Day, Thirty Seconds To Mars, and more, Pope rang in 2024 with an electrifying cover performance of Panic! At The Disco’s 2019 hit “Hey Look Ma, I Made It” at the Rose Parade on New Year’s Day. The 2024 Rose Parade, themed “Celebrating A World Of Music: The Universal Language” and hosted in Pasadena, CA, featured the exceptional talent of Audra McDonald, a multi-award-winning performer from theater, music,… Read more »
Green Day has always been a politically charged band. It comes as no surprise that entering an election year in 2024, the trio would have something to say regarding the upcoming climate our nation will soon face. On New Year’s Eve, Green Day performed their classic hit, “American Idiot” on the televised Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve special. The group has sparked controversy with the choice to change lyrics from the original tune, which was already incredibly political to begin with. Frontman Billie Joe Armstrong changed the “American Idiot” lyrics from “I’m not a part of a redneck agenda”… Read more »
Green Day‘s music has always been rooted in politics. Take any of their singles as an example of this, especially when it comes to the likes of “Holiday” and “21 Guns,” which tackle the overall themes of war and American imperialism. In a recent Guardian interview, Green Day had the chance to expand upon the current political issues that are at the forefront of their minds and their music. With the release of their single “The American Dream Is Killing Me,” Billie Joe Armstrong sings, “The American Dream is killing me/When it’s all double-talk of conspiracy.” Conspiracy theories are actually… Read more »
Dark Divine had a magnetic journey over the last 365 days. From the release of their debut album, Deadly Fun, to the inspiring and exhilarating experience of touring alongside Thriller Records labelmates The Word Alive on the Hard Reset Tour, the group has, without a doubt, etched a monumental chapter into their history. As the curtains close on 2023, the band is already poised for a momentous 2024. With a tour alongside alt behemoths Black Veil Brides looming on the horizon, Dark Divine is set to unleash yet another wave of performance brilliance across North America. As we eagerly await… Read more »
There’s no denying that 2023 has been an absolutely monumental year for music! And it’s been an equally colossal year at idobi Radio. From idobi’s electrifying SonicTap event, “Best Night Of My Life,” in collaboration with American Authors, to our extensive weekend-long coverage of When We Were Young Fest—complete with real-time web updates during the festival and exclusive interviews with your favorite artists and bands—2023 has been one for the books. As we draw the curtain on this extraordinary year, we’re taking a look back at the top 50 songs in rotation on idobi Radio in 2023. From fan favorites… Read more »
Chad Kowal began his life in music on the drums after receiving a drum kit from his parents. He was learning some of the trickiest songs around in the metalcore-glory days of the early 2010s, including many of my personal favorites: The Devil Wears Prada and A Day To Remember. This led to the formation of Farewell, My Love in 2011. A band who stopped by idobi Radio for a session back in 2016 and the project I met Chad with. By that time, he was no longer drumming but the primary songwriter and vocalist. That change happened back in… Read more »
In an official announcement shared on the Bring Me The Horizon Instagram earlier today, December 22, 2023, the group revealed their decision to part ways with Jordan Fish, who served as keyboardist, percussionist, and backup vocalist, among other roles. Since joining the UK outfit in 2012, Fish has played a crucial role, contributing his expertise to three full-length albums, notably 2013’s Sempiternal, 2015’s That’s The Spirit, and 2019’s amo. The departure marks a significant chapter in the band’s evolution, and fans reflect on Fish’s impactful tenure with the group over the past decade. Read more: 9 Reunion Releases That We… Read more »
Boston Manor‘s lead vocalist Henry Cox and his wife Jo welcomed their new baby into the world and shared the news with followers on December 20. “Phoebe Margot Cox came into this world today at 2:40am. She is more amazing than I could have imagined and I can’t stop crying,” Henry said in an Instagram caption. He further shared, “I am so proud of @littlefishsticks for enduring a really difficult birth & being so brave. She worked so hard and went through so much for over 24 hours & somehow looked stunning the whole time. I am in awe of… Read more »
