As the year comes to a close, and we bid “farewell” (and maybe “fuck you”) to 2024, it’s the perfect time to look back and celebrate the albums that shaped the soundtrack of the last 12 months. From deeply personal indie projects to genre-defining heavy hitters, 2024 was filled with groundbreaking releases that reminded us of the power of music and, more importantly, of the alternative community. With so much incredible work to choose from, narrowing down our favorites was a daunting task. This year, the quality and variety of music made it impossible to rank our picks—every album brought… Read more »
Joyce Manor fans who attended the bad’s December 5 Hollywood Palladium show had the chance to see a very exciting pop-punk cameo. As Joyce Manor began to play “Heart Tattoo” from Never Hungover Again, blink-182‘s Mark Hoppus appeared to sing and play bass alongside lead singer Barry Johnson. Hoppus took to his Instagram to share, “Played a song with Joyce Manor at the Hollywood Palladium tonight. Love this band and love this venue. Thanks for having me.” Check out the official Hollywood Palladium social media video of the moment below. Joyce Manor is finishing out their December run with Algernon… Read more »
Even though everyone has their eyes set on 2025 (how the heck are we already saying that?!), the last new releases of 2024 are FLOODING in! Since we know you’re probably busy preparing for the holiday season, we here at idobi Radio have got you covered with Fresh 5: the latest and greatest in alternative, metal, indie, and more to soundtrack your mood. If you didn’t already know, Hopeless Records are on FIRE with their new releases this week, including from luzer and senses. Tune in to idobi Radio to catch these must-hear tracks and more. Plus, you can download… Read more »
In this episode of The Rockstar Dad Show, Jaret and Gary catch up on their busy lives, blending their unique perspectives as rockstars and dads. Listeners are treated to a fun and engaging conversation filled with personal stories, lighthearted laughs, and relatable parenting moments. From juggling work and family life to tackling everyday challenges, the duo keeps things real while offering plenty of humor along the way. As always, the show delivers more than just dad talk—it’s a peek into the rockstar lifestyle. In this episode, the guys dive into exciting updates about their band, Bowling for Soup. Fans get… Read more »
Following the success of her massive 2024 Greatest Hits Tour, the pop-punk princess Avril Lavigne is gearing up for a second round. Part two of the tour kicks off in May 2025, ahead of Memorial Day weekend. Joining Lavigne on the road are Simple Plan, Fefe Dobson, and We The Kings. Lavigne shares on social media with the tour announcement, “Round two let’s fking gooooo!! When I launched the Greatest Hits tour last year, I was so blown away by all your loveeeeee. You guys sold it out and I wasn’t ready for it to be over. I’m heading out… Read more »
Fall Out Boy has been a cornerstone of the music industry, specifically in emo and pop-punk, for what feels like a lifetime, consistently evolving while leaving a lasting impact on fans. From the moment Andy Hurley’s anthemic drums and hi-hats kicked off their breakout single “Sugar, We’re Goin Down,” the Chicago band cemented themselves as a cultural phenomenon. With eight full-length albums to their name, each marking a distinct chapter in their journey, Fall Out Boy has built a discography that’s as visually striking as it is sonically diverse. Their album artwork is more than just packaging—it’s a snapshot… Read more »
Alright, people. It’s officially “Yule Shoot Your Eye Out” by Fall Out Boy season. The store shelves are lined with green and red wreaths and peppermint has made its way into every coffee drink. But hey, we’re not complaining. Christmas rocks, and this year, you can take that quite literally. If you’re looking for the perfect gift for your punk and alternative friends and family members, idobi Radio has compiled a list of our favorite emo gifts that they are sure to love. So… if you didn’t score My Chemical Romance concert tickets, these 14 gifts are officially the next… Read more »
Forget about Mariah Carey, Neck Deep are officially defrosting as we draw closer to December and the holiday season. While we’re all preparing to listen to the THREE versions of Neck Deep’s “December” (featuring blink-182’s Mark Hoppus and Dashboard Confessional’s Chris Carrabba, respectively) on an endless loop during the titular month, we’ve got a new cover of the track to add into rotation. Illuminati Hotties, led by the enigmatic Sarah Tuzdin, has launched their indie pop cover of “December” for the Hopeless Records Hopelessly Devoted To You compilation album. Opening through an understated tonality of acoustic guitars, Tudzin’s emotional delivery… Read more »
UNFD has another dazzling act on their stacked roster with the recent signing of New Haven metalcore/synthwave artist Dreamwake. The rising quartet made their label debut with single, “Heatwave,” which features a unique blend of saxophone action, heavy riffs, soaring pop-punk vocals, and raw screams. The band says, “‘Heatwave’ is about that feeling of nostalgia when you look back on life and realize things will never be the same. It’s about those moments when you’re stuck in the same place but everything around you feels different, and you can’t help but long for how things used to be.” Dreamwake shares, “The… Read more »
Thank goodness it’s Friday because that means we’re back with an all-new Fresh 5! Regardless of whether your world is feeling vibrant and full of color or if it’s starting to hit that point of the year where you want to curl up under a pile of blankets and pretend the world doesn’t exist until spring rolls around again, we’ve got the latest and greatest in alternative, metal, indie, and more to soundtrack your mood. While the album releases will inevitably slow down until the start of 2025 (how are we even talking about a new year already?!?), we’ve got… Read more »
