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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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KennyHoopla Reveals Snowy “birthday card//” Music Video


After releasing the deluxe version of Zac Farro-produced EP, conditions of an orphan//, in early December, KennyHoopla has released the official music video for his latest offering, “birthday card//.” Shot in Wisconsin, the artist says of the snowy, dark visuals, “The video represents a postcard and matches the spontaneity of the song.” Despite the cold setting, the bright indie sonics will warm you right up and prep you for a KennyHoopla summer in 2026. “This EP was about acknowledging trauma and where I am at ‘right now’ as opposed to my whole life story. I think it’s one big funeral after-party. It touches on… Read more »

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26 Albums Turning 20 in 2026


As 2006 hurtles toward its 20-year mark, the albums that once lived on burned CDs, Myspace profiles, and Warped Tour stages now stand as cornerstone releases of a generation. From scene-defining emo to genre-shifting pop-punk, post-hardcore, and alternative breakthroughs, these records didn’t just soundtrack our youth—they shaped the entire direction of alternative music. Here are 26 albums turning 20 in 2026 that still echo louder than ever. Yellowcard — Lights And Sounds Released on January 24, 2006, Yellowcard‘s first concept album, Lights And Sounds, was released. While the album peaked at No. 5 on the Billboard 200, it ultimately underperformed… Read more »

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Girl Tones to Set For Tomorrow: New Songs You Need To Hear in December


December isn’t slowing down—and neither is the release calendar. This month’s essential tracks cut through the cold with fresh hooks, big emotions, and the kind of energy that carries you straight into the new year. Download the free idobi App for new music every minute, every hour, every day. Did we mention it’s totally, 100%, always free? Charlotte Sands — “one eye open” Charlotte Sands announced this month that her new album Satellite is set for arrival on March 6, and she also offered a taste of the LP with “one eye open.” She says, “‘one eye open’ is about… Read more »

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9 Alternative Bands You Didn’t Know Had Christmas Songs


Snow is on the ground, bands are revealing green and red merch, and peppermint mocha is on coffee shop menus across the nation…it’s Christmas time, baby! While your holiday playlists may feature MxPx‘s Punk Rawk Christmas, blink-182‘s many festive hits, Fall Out Boy‘s “Yule Shoot Your Eye Out,” and My Chemical Romance‘s “All I Want For Christmas Is You,” you may have forgotten about these emo holiday bangers, and need to add them to your round-up immediately. The Ready Set Sure, The Ready Set appeared on Punk Goes Christmas with “I Don’t Want To Spend Another Christmas Without You,” but… Read more »

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15 December Alternative Musician Birthdays To Celebrate


This December, we’re feeling holly and jolly as well as celebratory for some birthdays. Now that we’re in the thick of the holiday season, we feel like these Sagittarius and Capricorn babies, who have made some of the most iconic emo, pop-punk, and indie tracks, are our true gifts. From the incredible and beloved Hayley Williams, to the iconic blink-182 frontman Tom DeLonge, all the way to Slipknot‘s legendary Corey Taylor, here are some December musician birthdays to mark in your cals this month. Tyler Joseph — December 1 Twenty One Pilots‘ Tyler Joseph just wrapped an album cycle and The Clancy Tour: Breach this fall,… Read more »

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Footballhead to Chloé French: New Songs To Listen To This November


November has officially arrived, and we are so grateful for all of these dazzling new alternative, indie, rock, and metal song releases. Yumi Zouma offers an indie-fueled love song, while In Color brings ethereal, sunny sonics for your November playlist. Looking for even more new music to fuel your haunted season? idobi Radio is your soundtrack for spooky season, delivering your favorite songs and the future of alternative. Download the free idobi App for new music every minute, every hour, every day. Did we mention it’s totally, 100%, always free? Lovely Colours — “Out There” Seattle-based Lovely Colours is making big moves this month… Read more »

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Anna Shoemaker Examines Awkward Life Transitions On “Girl Song”


Following the release of her sophomore record, Someone Should Stop Her, out via +1 Records, indie darling Anna Shoemaker has just released a new track and music video for “Girl Song.” Basically, this is the perfect, soothing indie track for everyone whose motto is, “I’m just a girl.” The Paradox x idobi Radio Exclusive T-Shirt Limited edition, printed-on-demand. Designed by Beepus (Beauty School Dropout) with creative direction from The Paradox. A collaboration capturing the energy of their debut EP NSFW and the future of alternative music. $29.99 Shop now Shoemaker notes, “I’ve spent a lot of time writing love songs… Read more »

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3OH!3 Will Make You Dance On “HIT ME HARDER”


3OH!3 is back with a new hit…”HIT ME HARDER,” that is. Their new song is a high-energy, dance-inducing offering that heightens what the 3OH!3 does best: cheeky lyrics and sick beats. The track is preceded by the release of “SLUSHIE,” their first new single in five years. The Paradox x idobi Radio Exclusive T-Shirt Limited edition, printed-on-demand. Designed by Beepus (Beauty School Dropout) with creative direction from The Paradox. A collaboration capturing the energy of their debut EP NSFW and the future of alternative music. $29.99 Shop now The duo notes, “‘HIT ME HARDER’ started as a nod to that… Read more »

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CARR to Inner Wave: New Songs To Listen To In October


October has officially arrived, meaning that the most wonderful month of the year is here. Grab your fave Halloween candy, whip up some pumpkin-flavored treats, and hang your creepy decor as you listen to the latest alternative, indie, and metal drops. Girl Tones deliver grit and groove, while Speed brings high-energy hardcore for your October playlist. Looking for even more new music to fuel your haunted season? idobi Radio is your soundtrack for spooky season, delivering your favorite songs and the future of alternative. Download the free idobi App for new music every minute, every hour, every day. Did we mention it’s… Read more »

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