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7 Music Videos Filmed at Pink Motel and Hollywood Premiere Motel

From empty pools to pink-lit hallways, Los Angeles’ grimiest and most iconic motels have become unexpected backdrops for some of alternative and pop music’s most memorable visuals. Whether it’s a pop-punk cannonball, a hazy hookup, or a moody montage, these locations lend cinematic grit and charm to every frame. Here are 7 music videos filmed at the Pink Motel and Hollywood Premiere Motel—two unlikely stars of the music video world. Halsey — “Hurricane” & “Ghost” (Pink Motel) Halsey shot not one but two music videos from her Badlands era at the Pink Motel. Unlike other music videos on this list,… Read more »

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Who Is PRESIDENT The Band On TikTok?

Sleep Token and Slipknot can’t have all the fun. A new masked, mysterious project has emerged, and the internet is already posting its theories. PRESIDENT first began “campaigning” on social media on February 18, though the YouTube channel was originally created on January 1, 2025. Initially, TikTok users thought that this might be Sleep Token at work with more tunes or that Ghost was revealing more about their new leader. However, some eagle-eyed viewers noticed that Charlie Simpson, an OG member of UK pop-punk band Busted and also frontman of post-hardcore outfit Fightstar, filed a trademark for the band name… Read more »

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La Dispute Make Grand Return With Three New Singles & Album Announcement

At long last, La Dispute have officially returned. The Michigan post-hardcore group launched not one, but three new singles: “I Shaved My Head,” “Man With Hands And Ankles Bound,” and “Autofiction Detail.” Plus, the group also shared that their fifth LP is on its way, entitled No One Was Driving The Car, set for release on September 5. Notably, the new record is inspired heavily by Paul Schrader’s psychological thriller First Reformed (2017). This marks their first album since 2019’s Panorama. Alongside the singles release, La Dispute also shared a music video for “I Shaved My Head,” directed by Steven… Read more »

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Chiodos, Better Lovers, and More Join Warped Tour Lineup

This weekend’s Warped Tour 2025 artist announcements brought a mix of post-hardcore icons, fresh talent, and returning favorites to the lineup. So, let’s get into it! Better Lovers, the supergroup featuring ex-members of Every Time I Die, will make their Warped debut. (Although, who could forget Jordan Buckley attempting to play the last note during the festival’s final cross-country run in 2018?) Following their momentous reunion at When We Were Young last year, Chiodos will return for their seventh appearance. Additionally, rising star Noelle Sucks joins the lineup’s Long Beach and Orlando dates, while As It Is continues their Warped… Read more »

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ls letlive. Teasing A Forthcoming Farewell Tour Announcement?

letlive. has dropped a cryptic post on Instagram and it’s clear that a big announcement is on its way. The caption reads, “10:00PT 02:12:2025.” So, set your alarms for Wednesday, February 12, ASAP. Many fans in the comments believe the band, which broke up in 2017, is getting ready to announce their official farewell tour. Back in April, letlive. posted that they had remixed and remastered their album The Blackest Beautiful and added the note, “We shouldn’t have left you without one final dope beat to step to. Two Thousand And Twenty-Five.” Plus, they shared, “And to our friends that… Read more »

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From Spiritbox to Silverstein: Most Anticipated Albums and EPs of 2025

With 2025 on the horizon, music fans everywhere are gearing up for a barrage of NEW MUSIC! The coming year already promises a tidal wave of standout releases—from Grammy-nominated Spiritbox pushing the boundaries of modern metal to post-hardcore titans Silverstein proving why they remain at the top of their game. Whether you’re a devotee of ferocious breakdowns or soulful anthems, 2025 is set to deliver something for every set of ears. Here are our most anticipated albums and EPs of 2025. Make sure you download the FREE idobi Radio app to hear these new releases and more. January 3 —… Read more »

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Static Dress Announces First U.S. Headline Tour

Following a massively successful support run through North America with Underoath for the They’re Only Chasing Safety 20 year anniversary tour, Static Dress has announced their debut U.S. headline tour. The UK post-hardcore unit will kick off the tour with support from Soul Blind on April 15, 2025, in Brooklyn, NY, and run through May 11, wrapping up in Atlanta, GA. The band initially began teasing their tour announcement last week with an eerie black-and-white video accompanied by a link to another visual on an interactive website. You can check it out here. In a press release, the band shares,… Read more »

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20 Best Alternative, Metal, and Indie Albums Released In 2024

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 »

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6 Alternative Songs That Released This Week

Music news can break quicker than some can keep track of. With so much happening daily, it’s easy to miss new releases, tour announcements, and the rest of the exciting things happening in the scene. No need to stress, though—we’ve got you covered. Each week, we’re rounding up the freshest tracks, from emerging artists making their mark to your other favorite acts dropping their latest hits. So, keep reading if your playlists need some updating. This week, we heard singles from several acts, including If Not For Me and Census, watched a music video from Boys Like Girls, and listened… Read more »

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Chiodos Documentary Leaks Online 10 Years After Filming

Following Chiodos’ triumphant return at When We Were Young Fest in Las Vegas, NV, this past weekend, a documentary meant to come out over a decade ago has leaked online. The documentary covers Craig Owens and past members’ childhoods, how the band formed, and the rise of the band in the early-mid 2000s. The opening moments of the documentary state. “We all understand that Craig is a huge piece of Chiodos and a huge part of Chiodos.” Craig remains the only original member of the band. This weekend marked the band’s first live performance in nearly 10 years, sparking a… Read more »