On their appropriately titled debut LP, Youth, Citizen unsurprisingly addresses coming-of-age angst – typical fodder for most young, earnest pop punk bands – yet somehow they accomplish it without sounding stale or cliche.
Spring is in the air, and our summer playlists are heating up with these new offerings. We’ve got the best new metal, indie, pop-punk, and rock finds that just dropped in May. From Moody Joody to Arcy Drive and beyond, these new songs will be your fave new listens. Want more new music like this? Download the free idobi App and tune into idobi Radio, Howl, and anthm. Moody Joody — “Little Blue House” Fresh off their run supporting The Maine, Moody Joody is gearing up to release their debut album…but first, they dropped the nostalgia-inducing bop, “Little Blue House,” and it’s ideal… Read more »
At long last, Marmozets have finally returned with their stunning third album CO.WAR.DICE.—their first in eight years. The English rockers, who boast such hits as “Major System Error” and “Captivate You,” are back and better than ever with a fresh perspective—not just on their music—but on the world, too. Vocalist Becca Bottomley says of the record, “CO.WAR.DICE. is an album reflecting on the state of our world and a vow to ourselves to leave this world in a better place. We may never make a huge impact, but we can only try. Like any story there’s a beginning, middle, and… Read more »
Vienna Vienna is back with a new single, “Grief Is For The Living,” preceded by his Entertain Me EP. In a new grunge-laced chapter, the artist perfectly tackles the concept of loss with fuzzy guitar melodies, soaring vocals, and fierce energy that demands your attention. Vienna Vienna says, “When the bells ring, and you sit in that hard pew for the third time, you’ll wonder who it’s really all for. An urn wants for no party, no stories, no flowers, and no wake. The dead have no desires, and no need to see you suffer for them.” The artist continues,… Read more »
It may be April, but we are definitely not fooling around with these new music picks. With spring officially in the air, we’ve got the best new metal, indie, pop-punk, and rock finds that just dropped. From SiM to In Color, these new songs will be your fave new playlist additions. Want more new music like this? Download the free idobi App and tune into idobi Radio, Howl, and anthm. SiM — “FiVE TiMES DEAD (by my wallet)” Japanese metal-fusion titans SiM, have just launched their new single, “FiVE TiMES DEAD (by my wallet),” and it’s going to melt your face clean off.… Read more »
Arrows In Action are currently on tour with Boys Like Girls and iDKHOW on The Soundtrack Of Your Life Tour, and they also blessed listeners today with the deluxe version of their album I Think I’ve Heard This Before, featuring the new song “Twice.” idobi Radio had the chance to catch up with frontman Victor Viramontes-Pattison, guitarist Matt Fowler, and drummer Jesse Frimmel to chat all things tour with Boys Like Girls, their new offering “Twice,” and the best songs in the High School Musical franchise. Check out the full interview below. You’re currently out on the road with Boys Like Girls… Read more »
Following the release of “Is This What I’m Made Of,” Games We Play has just revealed his new single “The Worst Thing I’ve Ever Done,” where he speaks directly to his daughter, Wednesday, about his regrets while on tour. “This song is about messing up in my lifelong relationship. I don’t really process things normally in hard times, I often joke about them a lot to get rid of the awkwardness,” vocalist Emmyn Calleiro says. “This story is definitely a big part of my life (obviously), and I think about it a lot, so I thought it would be ironic… Read more »
February is when things start getting real, and you’re no longer shaking off the exhaustion of the holiday season. From heavy, chest-rattling new songs to melodic gut punches and indie tracks that linger, these are the best new alternative, metal, rock, and indie songs worth your time right now. Want more new music like this? Download the free idobi App and tune into idobi Radio, Howl, and anthm. Differences — “Void” Brace for impact because Differences are about to become your favorite new metal/metalcore band! Comprised of Sean-Anthony Todd (vocals), Gene Ramirez (guitar), Levi Henderson (electric bass guitar), and Nicholas Brandon Miller (drums), the… Read more »
Now that it’s March, we can finally count on winter being almost over. As you brave the next couple weeks of snow, rain, and dreary weather, rest assured you’ll have the right new tunes to carry you through. From The Haunt’s upbeat “Ghost” to Basement’s glorious return with two tracks and an album on the way, these hardcore, alt-rock, and indie hits are a necessity. Want more new music like this? Download the free idobi App and tune into idobi Radio, Howl, and anthm. The Haunt — “Ghost” The Haunt is staying aligned with their band name via latest release, “Ghost.” The sibling… Read more »
Spring has officially sprung, and these April album anniversaries will fill new season with dazzling emo, alternative, pop-punk, metal, and rock tunes. From Bring Me The Horizon‘s Sempiternal, all the way to Paramore‘s self-titled LP and Fall Out Boy‘s Save Rock And Roll, these 30 alternative album anniversaries will give you all the right vibes all month long. The White Stripes — Elephant Released on: April 1, 2003, via V2 Records and XL Recordings.Standout Tracks: “Seven Nation Army” & “The Hardest Button to Button” Weezer — White Album Released on: April 1, 2016, via Crush Music and Atlantic Records.Standout Tracks: “King Of The World” & “Thank… Read more »
