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Sting's Pain-Free As He Basks In "Brand New Day''

Back in 1983, Sting sang about being the “King of Pain.” These days, he’s pain-free, not to mention prosperous. His most recent album, 1999’s “Brand New Day,” is one of the most successful of his career, with more than 7 million copies sold. It won two Grammy Awards and netted him a spot in the pre-game show at this year’s Super Bowl, while his contributions to the soundtrack for Disney’s animated feature “The Emperor’s New Groove” earned him an Oscar nomination. And on Saturday in Washington, D.C., the British musician – who co-founded the Police in 1977 and dissolved the… Read more »

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Gully Boys to Ace Enders: New Songs To Listen To In September

Believe it or not, spooky season is here. The Halloween aisles are packed, the air feels just a little crisper, and the latest alternative, indie, and metal drops are setting the perfect vibe. Girl Tones deliver grit and groove, while Stain The Canvas brings darker tones on their high-energy release that fits right into your fall playlist. Looking for even more new music to fuel your haunted season? idobi Radio is your soundtrack for spooky season, delivering your favorite songs and the future of alternative. Download the free idobi App for new music every minute, every hour, every day. Did… Read more »

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Cartel Release Reinvigorated “Runaway” Ahead Of Tour

Fresh off their exciting night as a surprise guest on a Jonas Brothers show, Cartel have returned with a re-recorded version of “Runaway” from Chroma 2025, their re-recorded LP, which will arrive on September 12 via Field Day Records. Lead vocalist Will Pugh notes, “‘Runaway’ is one of the tracks that got a slightly different take. Some may not even notice but we feel like this one got brought into the present in a great way. Watch out for the ever elusive Joseph Pepper guitar solo!” Beginning in September, you can catch Cartel on the 20th anniversary Chroma tour. “It’s a privilege to still… Read more »

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8 Wallet-Friendly Makeup Brands To Shop That Aren’t e.l.f.

Skincare and makeup brand e.l.f. just just messed up…big time. The brand, known for ther cost-effective drugstore offerings just launched an ad featuring RuPaul’s Drag Race legend Heidi N Closet and stand-up comedian and the Annabelle doll’s new owner, Matt Rife. Now, fans are dropping their products based on the stunning choice to include the controversial crowd-work comic in an ad targeted at a primarily women/femme audience. Notably, in his 2023 Netflix special Natural Selection, Rife made a “joke” at the expense of a hostess with a black eye. “If she could cook, she wouldn’t have that black eye,” he… Read more »

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From Motion City Soundtrack to Point North: New Songs You Need To Hear

While we’re all prepping for another long weekend at Warped Tour in Long Beach, it’s the perfect time to cleanse your palette with some new tunes. From Motion City Soundtrack to Point North, we’ve got you covered on all the new indie, alternative, and metal songs you may have missed last week. Looking for even more new music? idobi Radio is the soundtrack of your summer. Download the free idobi App for new music every minute, every hour, every day. Did we mention it’s totally, 100%, always free? Motion City Soundtrack — “You Know Who The F*ck We Are” Motion… Read more »

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Radiohead Appears on The Summer I Turned Pretty Episode 3 Tracklist

If you’re anything like this book-obsessed, music-devoted girlie pop, you may or may not have rolled out of bed at 3 AM ET this morning with a strong ass coffee ready to spiral into absolute oblivion over episode 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty season three. I said, may have—this is a judgement-free zone! While most of the episode was spent white-knuckling a throw pillow thanks to the mounting tension between the emotionally complicated cast (we’re really looking at you during this episode, Taylor and Steven), one of the most gut-punching—and beautifully soundtracked—moments hit in the final minutes of… Read more »

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YUNGBLUD and More Alternative Artists Mourn the Loss of Ozzy Osbourne

Following the heartbreaking announcement from the Osbourne family confirming the passing of Ozzy Osbourne at the age of 76, the alternative music community has erupted in a wave of tributes. The Osbourne family announced on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, that Ozzy passed away “surrounded by love.” Fans and artists alike have taken to social media to honor the Prince of Darkness. YUNGBLUD, who had the honor of joining Ozzy Osbourne for his final performance with Black Sabbath on July 5, 2025, in Birmingham—where he delivered a heartfelt cover of “Changes”—shared on his Instagram Story, “You will be in every single… Read more »

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Sublime Kicks Off New Chapter In Their Career With “Ensenada”

Sublime is back with a new song, “Ensenada,” their first original track with frontman Jakob Nowell, son of original singer, the late Bradley Nowell. Inspired by old-school Sublime sonics, the song features bouncy reggae-rock, sweet guitar solos, and all the chill vibes you could want. “Ensenada” arrives with a music video showcasing vignettes of the bands on massive stages and intimate behind-the-scenes moments. Nowell says, “‘Ensenada’ and the new music we’re working on is inspired by old Sublime material. You can’t match something from that ’90s era—it was such a moment in time. This feels like an epilogue, a thank… Read more »

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From BEL to Palette Knife: 8 New Songs For July 4th Weekend

Before you light up the grill this weekend, you have to make a sick playlist, right? Well, fear not, alternative friends. We have new tunes that will set the right mood. From powerful pop-punk via When The Sun Sets and lolitslea with “But What If We Struck Gold?” to flowing, romantic indie via BEL‘s “Party Tricks,” we’ve got your backs. Looking for even more new music? idobi Radio is the soundtrack of your summer. Download the free idobi App for new music every minute, every hour, every day. Did we mention it’s totally, 100%, always free? Palette Knife — “Prototype… Read more »

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Nova Twins to Arankai: 10 New Songs You Need To Hear This Week

If you’re hitting the road to Warped Tour like we are at idobi Radio, queue up these 10 new songs—built for the open highway and perfect for turning up loud in celebration of pride and punk. Looking for even more new music? idobi Radio is the soundtrack of your summer. Download the free idobi App for new music every minute, every hour, every day. Did we mention it’s totally, 100%, always free? Nova Twins — “Anxiety” (Doechii Cover) Ahead of the release of Parasites & Butterflies, due out on August 29, Nova Twins performed a Spotify Singles Series set. Here, they offered… Read more »