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21 Emo & Alternative 2016 Songs That Defined The Year

For some reason, the internet is utterly obsessed with reliving its 2016 glory days. A testament to just how bad 2026 is, or a harmless blast to the past, you decide. Whether you were still taking the bus to school or commuting your way to work as an “elder emo,” you were probably blasting these tracks throughout the year. From Waterparks‘ massive debut album, Double Dare, to Pierce The Veil‘s Misadventures offerings, these are the songs that defined 2016 for pop-punk, alternative, metal, and indie lovers. Panic! At The Disco — “Emperor’s New Clothes” If I say something, you guys… Read more »

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30 Albums Turning 10 in 2026

In 2026, a wave of albums that helped define the sound of the mid-2010s turns 10 years old. From Panic! At The Disco’s genre-hopping dominance and blink-182’s post-hiatus rebirth to scene-shaping releases by Pierce The Veil, Modern Baseball, The 1975, and Waterparks, these records captured a moment when alternative music splintered, evolved, and exploded in new directions. Here are 30 albums turning 10 in 2026. 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… Read more »

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15 Artist Predictions That Could Headline Warped Tour 2026

Warped Tour has always been a proving ground—where legacy acts cement their status, and the next generation earns their stripes. As the festival continues its resurgence, speculation is already swirling around who could take on the coveted headlining slots in 2026. From Warped Tour alumni poised for massive returns to modern heavyweights redefining the alternative landscape, these 15 artists feel uniquely positioned to carry the torch into the next era of Warped. 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… Read more »

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My Chemical Romance Announces UK & European Tour Support

My Chemical Romance has officially announced who is set to support them on their UK and Europe shows in summer 2026. And yes, every date has an amazing opener! Special guests include Echo & The Bunnymen on June 30 at Anfield Stadium, Idlewild on July 4 at Bellahouston Park, Skunk Anansie on July 8 at Wembley Stadium, and Joan Jett on July 10 at Wembley Stadium. Then, the band will play one more Wembley Stadium show on July 11 with Sunny Day Real Estate. Then, My Chemical Romance will head to Italy on July 15 with special guests Interpol at… Read more »

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My Chemical Romance Is Finally Performing With The Used

The beef is officially squashed! My Chemical Romance just revealed two more dates of their tour, and this time, The Used is offering support. My Chemical Romance will play the Hollywood Bowl on October 30 with The Used, and then Thrice will support on October 31. All tickets go live on November 21 at 9 AM PT. You can check out My Chem’s full touring schedule below. Tour Dates: Read more: 10 Artists That Could Headline When We Were Young in 2026

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16 Alternative Musician Halloween Costumes That Were Perfectly Spooky

Halloween is basically the Super Bowl for alternative kids and elder emos. And this year, your fave pop-punk, alt, and rock stars showed up and showed out with goofy costumes and group get-ups. Some acts, such as The Cab and Mayday Parade, got all dolled up for Halloweekend shows, and others, such as Pierce The Veil‘s Vic Fuentes, made it home to spend some time trick-or-treating with the family. 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… Read more »

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My Chemical Romance and Bring Me The Horizon to Headline Sonic Temple 2026

After drawing record-breaking crowds and hosting the largest rock event in Ohio history in 2025, Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival is coming back with an even louder roar in 2026. The festival is slated to return to the Historic Crew Stadium in Columbus, Ohio, from Thursday through Sunday, May 14-17, and will feature over 140 artists performing across five stages. In addition to the previously announced headliners—Shinedown (Friday) and Tool (Sunday)—the festival has confirmed that My Chemical Romance will top the bill on Thursday, May 14, with Bring Me The Horizon headlining Saturday, May 16. The weekend will also… Read more »

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10 Artists That Could Headline When We Were Young in 2026

When We Were Young Fest has quickly become the Super Bowl of emo and pop-punk music, celebrating every generation of eyeliner-smeared nostalgia under the Las Vegas sun. With a stacked 2025 lineup featuring blink-182, Panic! At The Disco, and Avril Lavigne set to hit the stage this weekend, all eyes are already on next year. If the festival follows tradition, it’ll return on Saturday, October 17, and Sunday, October 18, 2026—and the big question is: who could possibly top that next year? Here are 10 artists who could easily take the headlining slot in 2026. Download the free idobi App… Read more »

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6 Bands That Could Replace Sleeping With Sirens at When We Were Young

Over the weekend, Sleeping With Sirens shared the unfortunate news that they’ll no longer be performing at When We Were Young Fest in Las Vegas on October 18 and 19. Frontman Kellin Quinn announced he would be stepping away to support his wife, Katelynne, as she undergoes surgery, wanting to be home during her recovery. He wrote, “My place is at home until we can solve this and she is recovered. I love you all very much and thank you for understanding.” The Paradox x idobi Radio Exclusive T-Shirt Limited edition, printed-on-demand. Designed by Beepus (Beauty School Dropout) with creative… Read more »

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My Chemical Romance Announce The Black Parade 20 Year Anniversary Tour

After embarking on a wildly successful stadium tour this summer and concluding the run with a headline set at Shaky Knees Fest this weekend, My Chemical Romance has announced The Black Parade 2026 tour, celebrating 20 years of their milestone album. The band has hand-selected Franz Ferdinand, Pierce The Veil, Modest Mouse, Iggy Pop, Sleater-Kinney, The Breeders, Babymetal, Jimmy Eat World, and The Mars Volta as openers across the tour. Tickets for the tour will be available on Friday, September 26, at 12 PM local time. You can check out My Chem’s full touring schedule below. Tour Dates: Read more:… Read more »