Comedian Jon Stewart, who anchors a weeknight mock news program on the Comedy Central cable TV network, has been chosen to host next week’s Grammy Awards telecast, it was announced Wednesday. Stewart will step into the Grammy-hosting shoes filled during the past two years by talk show personality and actress Rosie O’Donnell, who received lukewarm reviews for her stints as emcee. Other past hosts include Ellen DeGeneres and Garry Shandling. In an interview Wednesday with the syndicated TV show “Access Hollywood,” Stewart joked about having “a whole week now to buy some CDs” and familiarize himself with today’s music. Asked… Read more »
Accused homophobe Eminem will have a special guest for his Grammy performance of “Stan” – the openly bisexual Elton John. John, who has been championed by the same gay activists who have frequently attacked Eminem, will sing the song’s chorus, which on record features a sample of pop singer Dido. The song appears on Eminem’s 2000 album, The Marshall Mathers LP, whose nomination for the Album of the Year Grammy has generated a continuing controversy. The Em and El duet, which will easily be the most-anticipated event at the February 21 Grammy ceremony, was confirmed on Saturday (February 10) by… Read more »
Ever since it was announced last month that Eminem had been nominated for four Grammy Awards, including the coveted Album of the Year, two questions have hung in the air: Will he attend the show? Will he perform? Well, one of those questions has finally been answered. When the music industry hands out this year’s crop of Grammys on February 21, Eminem says he will be on hand. “It’s hilarious, you know what, and that’s why I’m gonna go,” the rapper recently told MTV Europe with regard to the controversy surrounding his armload of nominations and how it affected his… Read more »
Summer is heating up, and so is the idobi Radio release radar. Whether you’re hunting for your next pit anthem or vibing with breezy indie magic, this week’s lineup has something for every mood. Massachusetts newcomers Hyber break hearts with “Waiting For Your Call,” Fit For A King deliver metalcore mayhem, and illuminati hotties prove that two minutes is all you need to make a punk statement. Spin these now, scream along later. Looking for even more new music? idobi Radio is the soundtrack of your summer. Download the free idobi App for new music every minute, every hour, every… Read more »
Following its original release in January 2024, pop-punk trio Green Day has unveiled the details of the deluxe edition of their GRAMMY-nominated album Saviors: Saviors (édition de luxe). Arriving on May 23 via Reprise Records, the record is slated to feature seven unreleased tracks, including acoustic renditions of “Suzie Chapstick” and “Father To A Song.” The LP will also feature five new songs: “Smash It Like Belushi,” “Stay Young,” “Fuck Off,” “Ballyhoo,” and “Underdog*.” You can preorder or pre-save the album here. The band shares on their social platforms, “Thought the Saviors fun was over? WRONG. No signs of slowing… Read more »
Believe it or not, in April 2015, Sabrina Carpenter released her debut album Eyes Wide Open. (yes, she has been grinding in the music industry well before the launch of “Espresso.”) This isn’t the only important record released a decade ago. Notably, 2015 was the release year of some of the most iconic records in the alternative scene—from indie to pop-punk. These 2015 albums are turning 10 this April 2025, and we still can’t believe it. Tom DeLonge — To The Stars…Demos, Odds and Ends Released: April 21, 2015 via To The Stars After parting ways with blink-182 in January 2015,… Read more »
John Harvie is a name that you absolutely need to learn as we world premiere his brand new track “Lost Cause” – and you will not want to lose this song because it straight up rocks. Get the full story on it and learn about your new favorite artist in this episode of The Gunz Show!
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 »
Following their Grammy nomination, culminating in the internet trolling the Recording Academy for mistaking Courtney LaPlante for Poppy, Spiritbox has unleashed their blistering new single, “No Loss, No Love.” The track arrives after “Soft Spine” and “Perfect Soul,” with all three tracks featured on their forthcoming record, Tsunami Sea. The 11-track collection drops on March 7, 2025, via Pale Chord in partnership with Rise Records. Spiritbox will kick off the massive 2025 North American tour next week in London. Loathe, Dying Wish, and GEL will support the Courtney LaPlante-fronted group. Check out their full touring schedule below and purchase tickets… 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 »