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Acres Unveil Bold Single “Staring At The Sun” & Music Video

Following the release of single “Bloodlust,” UK hard rock act Acres are back with “Staring At The Sun,” set to appear on their forthcoming LP The Host, due out on May 2 via Solid State Records. Lead vocalist Ben Lumber says, “‘Staring at the Sun’ is a classic miserable Acres love song. The record goes in a brand new direction, but we wanted a few songs to nod to our roots with remnants of our old vibe. It’s about not being able to let go of someone or something who has a hold over you.” He continues, “The Host represents a bold step in… Read more »

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mgk Drops “your name forever” To Honor Late Friend Luke “The Dingo” Trembath

On March 18, mgk shared “your name forever,” a touching song and music video honoring his late friend Luke “The Dingo” Trembath. Trembath, known for being a professional snowboarder, passed in February 2025 at 38. On March 7, mgk took to Instagram to share a message. He said, “Crazy…I didn’t even cry this hard when my dad died. I’ve lost a lot of friends, but I’ve never lost a brother. We’ll never get another Dingo on this planet. A true rockstar without ever needing to make a song, the most loyal, loud, charismatic, funny, and annoying human I’ve ever had… Read more »

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Fresh 5: New Releases From Spiritbox to The Summer Set

We’re trying something a little new and different with Fresh 5, but never fear, we’re here. This week, we’ve spotlighted our five favorite new songs that are spinning on idobi Radio, Howl, and anthm, from No. 5 to our No. 1 selection. So, without further ado, let’s dive into our Fresh 5 this week, from Spiritbox to The Summer Set. Make sure to download the FREE idobi App to tune in and hear your favorite new releases every day. Spiritbox — “Crystal Roses” For anyone who loves the perfect night cruising song. A track off their highly anticipated new album… Read more »

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Royal & The Serpent Returns With New Single “Death Do Us Part”

Ahead of her highly anticipated debut run on Warped Tour this summer and fall, Royal & The Serpent has returned with her latest single, “Death Do Us Part.” The track marks her first official release of 2025, following her 2024 collaboration on the Arcane League Of Legends: Season 2 Original Soundtrack with “Wasteland.” Royal & the Serpent shares, “’Death Do Us Part’ was the first song we wrote in the process of writing for my very first full-length studio album. It set the tone for the rest of the project – and only felt right to give it to the… Read more »

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8 Emo Bands That Landed Songs On Major Movie Soundtracks

Let’s level with each other—the music in a movie can make or break the whole entire viewing experience. I mean, what would Star Wars and Jurassic Park be without John Williams’ beloved orchestral arrangements? Or, what would a viewing of Titanic be without the tear-inducing “My Heart Will Go On” by Celine Dion? Of course, some movies are made better by rock and metal music. (Just look at any soundtrack from the Saw franchise.) These emo bands utterly transformed movies in the 2000s, 2010s, and 2020s by being on the soundtrack. Read more: 8 Spooky Movie Soundtracks for Your Inner… Read more »

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6 Artist Collaboration Predictions for Warped Tour DC

Warped Tour Washington DC is coming up on June 14-15 and the lineup is utterly stacked. From iconic alternative veterans such as Bowling For Soup, The Maine, and Boys Like Girls to rising stars such as Rain City Drive and Oxymorrons, there are endless acts to catch during the festival. Read more: Best Warped Tour DC Bands to Watch Based On Your Zodiac Sign With so many thrilling acts in one space, we are bound to catch some super cool live collaborations. I mean, do you remember when Travie McCoy joined Fall Out Boy on 2024’s When We Were Young Fest? We are likely going to see… Read more »

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7 Alternative Albums You Won’t Believe Are Turning 10 in March 2025

With confidence, we can say that we kinda miss 2015. Life was simpler when “Uptwon Funk” by Bruno Mars ruled the charts, selfie sticks were a common accessory to carry around music festivals (for better or for worse), and Tumblr was thriving. And we can’t forget that Fall Out Boy had returned back from hiatus at this time, too. Whether you care to admit it or not, that year precedes us by an entire decade. Time flies when FOB is an active band, ya know? Uniquely, 2015 was the release year of some of the most iconic records in the… Read more »

DNA Interviews #49: Schmier of Destruction!

This week on DNA Interviews: The Metal DNA Podcast, Shawn is joined by Schmier, Vocalist of Destruction to talk about influences, a huge artist that made him fall in love with Rock at a young age, and their awesome new album Birth of Malice which dropped today on Napalm Records! Catch Metal DNA live Saturdays @ 8pmEST on idobi Howl! Follow Metal DNA on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram! Subscribe/Follow on iTunes & Spotify

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9 Rock, Punk & Indie Musicians To Stream For Women’s History Month

March isn’t just the time to wear green and celebrate St. Patty’s Day, it’s also time to truly reflect on the accomplishments of women in your life and afar via Women’s History Month. Plus, this is your reminder to continue to support women artists, small businesses, and beyond. One way to celebrate ladies this month and every month is, of course, by buying their music and attending their shows. Sure, we here in the alternative sphere love Paramore, Spiritbox, Avril Lavigne, and the like. But it’s vital to keep an eye on who is on the rise, too! These nine… Read more »

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UNWELL Launches New Single “Airless”

UNWELL kicks off 2025 with “Airless,” their second release under Pure Noise Records and a powerful follow-up to last year’s “Trip The Wire.” The track thrives on tension and release, with vocalist Matt Copley’s soaring melodies weaving through bassist Drew Bender’s screams. The instrumentation pulses with a dynamic push-and-pull, building into a cathartic explosion of emotion. Read more: Every Artist Performing At Warped Tour 2025 The band shares, “‘Airless’ is a desperate gasp for something more—a song that captures the suffocating weight of isolation and the relentless chase for light in the dark. With raw lyricism and a haunting melody,… Read more »