Warning: This news post might just give you FOMO. While on the Back To Badlands anniversary tour, Halsey hit up New York City’s Hammerstein Ballroom on January 14, and a very special, very emo guest appeared during the encore. Taking Back Sunday‘s Adam Lazzara popped onstage for a “Cute Without The E” live collab. Stream Your Favorite Artists on idobi Radio From Waterparks and 5 Seconds Of Summer to The Paradox, L.S. Dunes, Ice Nine Kills, and beyond, idobi Radio, Howl, and anthm bring alternative, pop-punk, metal, rock, and indie to you anywhere, anytime. Stream Your Favorite Artists on idobi… Read more »
Believe it or not…and we can’t comprehend it…Halsey‘s Badlands turns 10 years old today. Released on August 28, 2015, their debut record—a concept album about a dystopian society—boasts hit singles such as “Ghost,” “New Americana,” “Colors,” and more. To celebrate the momentous occasion, Halsey didn’t just drop music videos for “Gasoline,” she also announced Back To Badlands anniversary tour dates. So, it’s time to dye your hair blue or get a wig! Their Instagram post reads, “One countdown has ended and a new one begins. Visit Badlands before it visits you…” The tour is beginning soon, and officially kicks off… Read more »
Alt-rock fans have a lot to celebrate with the new collab between Halsey and Evanescence‘s Amy Lee. The two joined forces to craft a truly dazzling track for the upcoming From The World Of John Wick: Ballerina film, “Hand That Feeds,” ahead of their May 14 concert. Halsey says, “I’ve been a fan of Amy Lee since I was 11 years old. Her and Evanescence created a window for me that allowed my feelings to seem important. They were the place I ran to when I couldn’t stand the outside world. I wouldn’t be the artist I am today without… Read more »
Following the release of 2024’s The Great Impersonator, Halsey is back with their first new music of 2025, “safeword.” The song features riot grrrl-infused punk screams infused with sexually liberating lyrics such as “I got a bad reputation from the fucking around/I got a standing ovation from the others on the playground.” For fans of Halsey’s hit “Nightmare,” this is the new rock track you need to hear ASAP. Keep a close eye on the music video because Halsey’s partner Avan Jogia makes a cameo. Check out the sexy, latex-laden “safeword” music video below. Beginning in May, Halsey is heading… Read more »
Halsey live debuted their new single “Ego” on the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards stage on September 11. Not only was she totally giving Freaky Friday Pink Slip energy, but also had a special guest as part of the girl garage rock band: Måneskin bassist Victoria De Angelis. On Twitter/X, Halsey shared, “My dream 90s garage rock band for EGO at the @vmas 4 dolls in a dollhouse. I’m so proud of this whole performance and I built every detail of it myself because I was determined to go up there and have FUN. AND I DID.” Check out the… Read more »
‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ remains one of history’s most iconic stop-motion animated films. With a beloved cast of characters and a quirky collection of songs, the movie is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a concert at the Hollywood Bowl. To our excitement, punk-turned-pop queen Halsey will be gracing the stage to sing the role of Sally during the October 27 and 28 performances. The concert adaptation will immerse attendees into the film as a live orchestra performs alongside the movie in real time. Danny Elfman will reprise his role of Jack Skellington to perform the songs he wrote for Tim… Read more »
Halsey has proven her talent on stage and on the big screen time and time again, and now, she has been tagged to join the cast of the forthcoming A24 film ‘MaXXXine.’ ‘MaXXXine’ will mark the third installment to A24’s Mia Goth-led X franchise, but a release date has not been announced for the eagerly-anticipated horror film. With four full-length albums and a multitude of film work including 2023’s ‘Americana’ opposite Sydney Sweeney, 2021’s ‘Sing 2,’ and her album companion film ‘If I Can’t Have Love, I Want Power,’ Halsey has demonstrated her on-screen presence and aptitude to hold her… Read more »
idobi photographer Maysa Askar photographed Halsey at House of Blues in Orlando.
In her debut album, indie pop artist Halsey takes us directly into her mind to a place she has named the badlands.
It’s time for a new year and a new you, but you don’t have to get all entirely new music! If you need a heaping dose of nostalgia or a grim reminder of your own mortality, you can celebrate these classic alternative, pop-punk, metal, and rock album anniversaries. From Fall Out Boy‘s Mania as well as American Beauty/American Psycho all the way to Green Day‘s Saviors and Poppy‘s I Disagree, these 35 alternative album anniversaries will help you kick off 2026 in a spectacular fashion. Want more new music like this? Download the free idobi App and tune into idobi Radio, Howl, and anthm.… Read more »
