Green Day‘s music has always been rooted in politics. Take any of their singles as an example of this, especially when it comes to the likes of “Holiday” and “21 Guns,” which tackle the overall themes of war and American imperialism. In a recent Guardian interview, Green Day had the chance to expand upon the current political issues that are at the forefront of their minds and their music. With the release of their single “The American Dream Is Killing Me,” Billie Joe Armstrong sings, “The American Dream is killing me/When it’s all double-talk of conspiracy.” Conspiracy theories are actually… Read more »
There’s no denying that 2023 has been an absolutely monumental year for music! And it’s been an equally colossal year at idobi Radio. From idobi’s electrifying SonicTap event, “Best Night Of My Life,” in collaboration with American Authors, to our extensive weekend-long coverage of When We Were Young Fest—complete with real-time web updates during the festival and exclusive interviews with your favorite artists and bands—2023 has been one for the books. As we draw the curtain on this extraordinary year, we’re taking a look back at the top 50 songs in rotation on idobi Radio in 2023. From fan favorites… Read more »
After teasing the release of the track and playing the cover live on tour, Daisy Grenade has finally released their version of “King For A Day” on streaming platforms and in a music video. Plus, the duo covered the Pierce The Veil and Kellin Quinn emo anthem with help from Kasey Karlsen of Deadlands. Daisy Grenade is currently wrapping up their dates with The Maine on their Sweet Sixteen Tour where they have been sharing the “King For A Day” love with audiences across the country. Check out the live music video below. On top of sharing a dazzling music… Read more »
One headlining band isn’t enough! Koyo, One Step Closer, and Anxious have announced their triple headliner spring tour. The triple-header bill will be joined by Life’s Question and Stateside on select dates. Tickets go on sale tomorrow, Friday, December 15 at 10 AM ET. Read more: Charlotte Sands Stands In The “blindspot” With Her Latest Single All three bands have been busy with touring this year and have often been the openers for countless acts such as The Wonder Years and Stick To Your Guns. Even with being on multiple runs, it hasn’t stopped the groups from putting out new… Read more »
Charlotte Sands is never in our “blindspot,” especially not with her latest single. The 2000s-inspired, singer-songwriter alt-ballad is the latest track to preview her upcoming album can we start over?, which arrives on January 24. From there, Sands will embark on her world headline tour in March. Her previous single, “pity” is more aggressive, pointed, and rock-leaning, so this pivot to something slowed down, with longing sadness stirred into it, gives listeners a look at her versatility as an artist. Sands says that the song is about having feelings for a friend but not being in a relationship with them.… Read more »
For the elder emos with kids, Sparrow Sleeps has delivered a new lullaby album to not only rock your little ones to sleep but to let you do so, too. They have released a collaboration with Canadian pop-punkers Simple Plan to rework their 2004 album Still Not Getting Any… to Still Not Getting Any Sleep… The album includes beloved singles “Shut Up!” and “Welcome To My Life,” which make for a great intro to any baby who’s new to the world. The band posted on their Instagram about the release and said, “We still remember how special it was to… Read more »
Black Veil Brides have announced their spring 2024 Bleeders tour. The lineup includes the UK’s Creeper, Dark Divine, and Ghostkid. The tour will kick off in San Fransisco, CA, with a 24-city route and will end in Los Angeles, CA. Tickets go on sale at 10 AM local time on Friday, December 15. For fans who don’t want to wait until Friday, you can grab presale tickets here using code BVBARMY. With a lineup consisting of modern, theatrical acts, fans can expect a rock show with a little more glam and gore. Headliners Black Veil Brides are slated for a… Read more »
Dream State is capturing the pitfalls of the human experience with their gritty new single “Anxious State of Mind.” The song will be part of their forthcoming mini-album Still Dreaming, due out on January 26. Pre-orders are available here. Preceded by the mini-album’s title track, “Anxious State Of Mind,” can be best described as cautiously optimistic heavy rock as lead singer Jessie Powell urgently sings “You don’t ever have to feel all alone, all alone, all alone/No more fighting battles all on your own, your own, your own.” Check out the full track below. Initially sharing the news of the… Read more »
Who can forget the thrill of unearthing new music during the wild era of illegal downloads on Limewire or Frostwire? Or the excitement of tirelessly page hopping across Myspace profiles only to stop once you’d stumbled upon who you were certain would be the next greatest underground artist? Ahh, the good ‘ole days, a golden period. Fortunately, discovering new music isn’t as challenging these days. Especially with idobi Radio by your side *wink wink*. Somewhere in the depths of a muggy basement or a beatdown garage, the next greatest artist is crafting, writing, and recording—chronicling the soundtrack of the next… Read more »
Green Day has never been the type to hold back—and they’re certainly not starting now with the release of their deeply personal new single and accompanying video for “Dilemma.” The new release marks the third preview of the trio’s forthcoming 14th studio album, Saviors, set to arrive on January 19, 2024. The unfiltered track opens with gentle guitar strums, setting the stage for frontman Billie Joe Armstrong‘s croons, “Welcome to my problems/It’s not an invitation/This is my dilemma/And it’s my obsession.” The song then explodes with full force, unleashing a powerhouse of electric guitar riffs and thunderous drums, amplifying Armstrong’s… Read more »
