Hello, I’ve missed you quite terribly, Hellogoodbye. While the Forrest Kline-led group has remained somewhat active over recent years, 2025 promises a lot more from the “Here (In Your Arms)” legends. In a two-part video posted yesterday, Monday, January 6, Kline shares his 2025 pop culture predictions that include redefining FOMO and YOLO as well as the band’s upcoming support tour with Armor For Sleep. He says, “Some predictions. Hellogoodbye will release new music. Hellogoodbye will go on a full U.S. tour with Armor For Sleep in March.” He continues, “Hellogoodbye will do a living room tour this fall, so… Read more »
With 2025 on the horizon, music fans everywhere are gearing up for a barrage of NEW MUSIC! The coming year already promises a tidal wave of standout releases—from Grammy-nominated Spiritbox pushing the boundaries of modern metal to post-hardcore titans Silverstein proving why they remain at the top of their game. Whether you’re a devotee of ferocious breakdowns or soulful anthems, 2025 is set to deliver something for every set of ears. Here are our most anticipated albums and EPs of 2025. Make sure you download the FREE idobi Radio app to hear these new releases and more. January 3 —… Read more »
Not quite feeling the traditional holly-jolly spirit this holiday season? We’ve got you covered. Whether you crave a dose of Creepmas with a haunted holiday atmosphere, something whimsically gothic with noir undertones, or simply a break from saccharine sweetness, these 10 alternative holiday-themed films offer a welcome escape this winter. The Nightmare Before Christmas While Jack Skellington may have made a “terrible mess of Christmas,” Tim Burton‘s The Nightmare Before Christmas remains a whimsical marriage of eerie mischief and holiday cheer—a true “Creepmas” classic. Directed by Henry Selick, this stop-motion marvel follows Jack’s misguided attempt to commandeer Christmas, resulting in… Read more »
As 2024 winds down, it was a year packed with unforgettable song releases that defined our days and soundtracked our lives. From the debut of idobi Radio Summer School Tour artists lighting up our stations to legendary acts like Thursday returning with their first new music in over a decade, this year delivered moments we won’t soon forget. Add in the groundbreaking, Grammy-nominated collaboration between Knocked Loose and Poppy, and it’s clear that 2024 was one for the books. Here are our 20 favorite alternative, metal, and indie songs released in 2024. K.Flay — “Carsick” K.Flay is always upping the… Read more »
Ice Nine Kills have announced The Silver Scream-A-Thon headline tour across the U.S. next year. The tour will see the band perform two nights in each city, in which they’ll perform The Silver Scream on night one and The Silver Scream 2: Welcome To Horrorwood on night two, in full. Each night will also feature deep-cut tracks and new material. Frontman Spencer Charnas shares, “The Silver Scream-A-Thon is a devilish chance for us to spend twice as much time in some of our favorite haunts, presenting a grindhouse-style double feature filled with deep cuts and our signature singalongs alike. In… Read more »
As releases slow down and 2025 is on the horizon, we’re back with our final Fresh 5 of the year. Cue the saddest, smallest violin. While this may be our last entry of the year, never fear. We’ll be back at the top of 2025 with the latest and greatest in alternative, metal, indie, and more to soundtrack your mood. And if you really miss us that much, you don’t have to! Because you can listen to brand-new music from all of your favorite artists every day by tuning in to idobi Radio to catch these must-hear tracks and more.… Read more »
As Winona Fighter prepares to release their debut full-length album, MY APOLOGIES TO THE CHEF, at the beginning of 2025, the band has unveiled the official music video for their single “HAMMS IN A GLASS.” “The ‘HAMMS IN A GLASS’ music video is as chaotic as the song,” frontwoman/multi-instrumentalist Coco Kinnon shares. “It is completely one take and was totally a ‘fly by the seat of our pants’ type shoot. Jake Johnston over at We’re All Gonna Die did such an amazing job at directing on the fly as we were pretty much trying something different with each take.” She… Read more »
Fall Out Boy has been a cornerstone of the music industry, specifically in emo and pop-punk, for what feels like a lifetime, consistently evolving while leaving a lasting impact on fans. From the moment Andy Hurley’s anthemic drums and hi-hats kicked off their breakout single “Sugar, We’re Goin Down,” the Chicago band cemented themselves as a cultural phenomenon. With eight full-length albums to their name, each marking a distinct chapter in their journey, Fall Out Boy has built a discography that’s as visually striking as it is sonically diverse. Their album artwork is more than just packaging—it’s a snapshot… Read more »
If you’ve been tuning in to idobi Radio over the last 24 hours, you were lucky enough to hear a brand new single from Amber Pacific before its official launch today! Following the release of “Young And Reckless,” which was the band’s first new music released in three years, the band has unveiled their latest offering, “Sink Or Swim.” “This song represents Amber Pacific‘s true sound, developed over time into something modern yet nostalgic reaching a wide band of listeners across multiple genres of music,” guitarist/vocalist Will Nutter shares. “It carries an energy unlike any other and brings hope and… Read more »
Following their GRAMMY nomination for Best Metal Performance for “Cellar Door,” Spiritbox has announced their sophomore album, Tsunami Sea. The 11-track collection is slated to arrive on March 7, 2025, via Pale Chord in partnership with Rise Records. You can preorder and pre-save the record here. Additionally, the group has shared a second glimpse into the album, following the release of “Soft Spine” earlier this year, with their latest single, “Perfect Soul.” An accompanying music video is scheduled to arrive today at 3 PM ET/12 PM PT, and you can tune in here for the premiere. Opening with a throbbing… Read more »
