“I won’t settle down, won’t settle down.” These are lyrics that I’ve held close to my heart since discovering The Rocket Summer in early 2022. I’m late to the party, I know, but better late than never. Listening to his song “200,000,” about a million times last year, it ended up reaching the top of my Apple Music Year In Review and remains a staple on my everyday playlist. There’s something about the intimate lyrics and staccato piano hits that make me feel like I’m in a coming-of-age movie. That is why I was so excited to see The Rocket… Read more »
The pop-rock kings, Mayday Parade are sending their fans into a frenzy with their latest Instagram post. Performing their latest single, “More Like A Crash,” the legacy band has joined forces with Magnolia Park and Loveless for a fresh take on the song. Beginning with Derek Sanders’ clean vocals, the clip surprises listeners as it cuts to Loveless frontman Julian Comeau’s harmonies and Magnolia Park singer Joshua Roberts’ emotional screams. Each of the three bands’ fans are showing their excitement in the comments section, as well as asking whether or not a full version of the collaboration will be released.… Read more »
The Los Angeles-based alt-pop star, Zolita has released a brand new track today. “Grave” is a new venture for her, taking a step back from the explosive pop-rock tunes she has been releasing recently, she has stripped back the instrumentation to deliver us a somber, reflective, emotional song. Zolita is somewhat of a phenomenon in her artistry. She has limitless creative abilities, taking each song she writes and turning it into a fully-fledged visceral short film. Each song starts as a movie playing out in her head, and she manages to transform her ideas and execute them in an impressive… Read more »
Arrows In Action are a band that only comes along every once in a while. They have grown incredibly successful in a short amount of time. This is undoubtedly because of their impressive amount of hard work, unwavering talent, and steadfast approach to being the best musicians they can be. The trio are completely independent, gaining their dedicated fanbase through genuine connection and earnest self-promotion. They absolutely crush on TikTok and Reels, showcasing their ability to draw people in all over the world. On Friday (May 26th), Arrows In Action released their highly-anticipated debut full-length album, Built To Last. Over… Read more »
Earlier this month, Sleeping With Sirens commemorated the 12-year anniversary of their highly acclaimed sophomore album, Let’s Cheers To This. The album, which features standout tracks such as “If You Can’t Hang,” “A Trophy Fathers Trophy Son,” and “All My Heart,” has now achieved yet another milestone: it has been certified Gold in the United States. Released on May 10, 2011, Let’s Cheers To This successfully captured the same fiery spirit and lightning-in-a-bottle feeling that their debut album, With Ears To See And Eyes To Hear, had brought forth. Let’s Cheers To This showcased Sleeping With Sirens‘ distinctive sound, seamlessly… Read more »
Boys Like Girls is officially back! “Blood and Sugar” marks a significant milestone for the beloved band, serving as their first new single in 12 years. “12 years is a long time, an eternity almost. the entire life of a 7th grader,” the band shares. “In 12 years we’ve changed as men and the world around us has changed even more. We’ve said goodbye to some old friends, said hello to some new ones. That fearless youthful twinkle in the eye has been replaced by new calluses on the hands and heart and a couple of new grey hairs.” “Yet… Read more »
Marking her return to her pop-punk roots with her latest single “People That I Love Leave” last month, Cassadee Pope has unveiled the spirited music video to accompany the release. The all-too-relatable visual reflects Pope’s own self-sabotage when it comes to relationships. Pope‘s “People That I Love Leave” is a dynamic track that showcases her powerful, soaring vocals. It skillfully combines the exhilaration of falling in love with the emotional turmoil of self-sabotage due to past pain and trauma. With this song, the former Hey Monday frontwoman not only returns to her pop-rock roots but also embarks on a new… Read more »
Boys Like Girls has ignited a frenzy among fans, leaving us desperate for answers and new music without delay. The beloved pop-rock band, who haven’t released a shred of new music under the unit since 2012’s Crazy World EP, has tantalized supporters with hints of forthcoming music. In a bold move that left fans asking a million questions, the group deleted all of their Instagram posts and shared a singular photo with the caption, “we’re only blood and sugar, right?” Fans were left bewildered, trying to decipher the meaning behind this unexpected photo. Over the past few years, Boys Like… Read more »
Cleveland-based punk rock group, Heart Attack Man have announced the expansion of their “Freak Of Na-Tour” to include several dates in the UK. The band that is almost too good at puns has coined the new string of shows as “FrU.K. Of Na-Tour” and we are loving it. Both legs of their upcoming tour is in support of their forthcoming third studio album Freak Of Nature out May 26th. They will be joined by the Brooklyn punk trio, THICK. Tickets for the tour can be purchased here. Vocalist Eric Egan shared on the tour: “We’re so excited to embark on… Read more »
The Legacy pop-rock band, Mayday Parade have gifted fans with a brand new song “More Like A Crash” today. Last night the group premiered the track right here on Idobi Radio for the very first time courtesy of taking over our “Fresh At Five”. The band whose discography is often coined as an “emotion” all in its own right has returned with another pull-at-your-heart-strings banger. The track is super upbeat, and certainly drives with catchy guitars and sing-along vocals, but remains very much in tune with the intense feelings a classic Mayday Parade song invokes. Guitarist, Alex Garcia shares on… Read more »
