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Early Nirvana, Other Indie Music Still Thrives On Napster


Imagine a ruthlessly efficient army of robots running wild through the nation’s record stores, removing every bit of major label product from the shelves, from Britney to Bob Dylan – but leaving behind CDs from independent labels. Since March, that unlikely scenario has taken place, more or less, on the free but legally precarious online music bazaar that is Napster. A court injunction stemming from the major labels’ copyright infringement suit against Napster has forced it to block access to copyrighted songs – but labels have the burden of naming the songs in question. And many small and mid-size indie… Read more »

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Youth Fountain to Stephen Sanchez: New Songs to Listen to in January


A new year always brings a clean slate. January 2026 is already proving that artists are wasting no time setting the tone. From fresh beginnings to bold sonic shifts, these releases highlight the best new alternative, metal, rock, and indie songs arriving right now. Want more new music like this? Download the free idobi App and tune into idobi Radio, Howl, and anthm. Youth Fountain — “Dearly Beloved” Youth Fountain has shared “Dearly Beloved,” a stripped-back and emotionally resonant follow-up to their 2025 single “Tarnish,” continuing the lead-up to an eagerly awaited new album expected to drop in 2026. Led… Read more »

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Twenty One Pilots Announce Forthcoming Clancy World Tour Film


Twenty One Pilots fans can soon witness a full concert with the grand experience of an IMAX theater with the forthcoming film, Twenty One Pilots: More Than We Ever Imagined. The concert movie, filmed on their Mexico City date on The Clancy World Tour, will be appearing at movie theaters on February 26, with some exclusive viewings on February 25. All tickets go on sale on January 15. 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,… Read more »

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Black Veil Brides Drops Conclave-Inspired “Certainty”


After hinting at a new release, Black Veil Brides have officially dropped their new track and music video for “Certainty.” 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 Radio Andy Biersack shares, “The concept of ‘Certainty’ is central to this record and appears throughout the album. The song was inspired by the film Conclave, particularly its reflections on religious certainty and how rigid belief… Read more »

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As It Is Ruin Their Lives On New Single


As It Is has been teasing their new single and music video, “Ruin My Life,” and the day has finally arrived. Featuring Murray Macleod of The Xcerts, the band reimagine Jackass-type stunts (do not attempt any of these at home) and even take on their own Hot Ones-esque challenge, to ultimately “ruin their lives.” 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 »

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Kevin Lyman Confirms When Warped Tour 2026 Lineups Drop


It’s officially 2026, and a new summer full of Vans Warped Tour dates will be here before you know it. And while official artist lineups haven’t dropped yet…we believe they’re coming soon. 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 Radio On a recent post on Vans Warped Tour’s Instagram page, founder Kevin Lyman confirmed in the comment section that the lineups… Read more »

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Tigers Jaw Reveals New Single “Ghost” & 2026 Tour Dates


Tigers Jaw is gearing up to release their new album, Lost On You, on March 27, via Hopeless Records. Ahead of the release, their first album since 2021’s I Won’t Care How You Remember Me, the band revealed their new track today, “Ghost,” preceded by December’s “Head Is Like A Sinking Stone.“ Listen To More: Hear New Music from Tigers Jaw & More on idobi Radio They eloquently journey through loss and grief, singing, “I gave a name to my pain, hoping that I could push it away/But, of course, it stayed/It hits in waves at first, and then all… Read more »

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Waterparks Launches “If Lyrics Were Confidential” 6PM Music Video


Waterparks launched their punchy, unhinged, and overtly honest single “If Lyrics Were Confidential” back in September. Excitingly, the trio revealed their new “6PM music video” for the track. 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 Radio Previously, they dropped a set of visuals alongside the song’s fall release, showing Awsten Knight working his way through a lavish mansion. He sings, “Waiting… Read more »

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CARR Drags Us Through The “Mud” On New Track


CARR is going to rule 2026, starting now. The DCD2 artist just revealed her new single, “Mud,” which features equal parts ethereal indie and upbeat punk rock. Listen To More: Hear New Music From CARR & More on idobi Radio “I wrote ‘Mud’ about someone I was seeing briefly last year. I really liked him, and we went to a haunted house—then it started raining, and we both got covered in mud,” CARR notes. “It felt so cinematic that, even after our relationship crumbled, I kept romanticizing that moment. I decided to spin that feeling into a song.” Excitingly, the… Read more »

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5 Artists To Watch in 2026


If you’re looking for your next artist obsession, you’ve come to the right place. We here at idobi Radio know a thing or two about the best underground artists and acts on the rise, and we know you’ll adore these artists who might just be the next big things. From indie-rockers Dogpark to pop-punk trio mode., your 2026 will be better with these artists to watch. Want more new music like this? Download the free idobi App and tune into idobi Radio, Howl, and anthm. Dogpark 2026 is the year of indie sleaze revival, we’re calling it now. And there… Read more »

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