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Blnko to UnityTX: New Songs To Listen To in February

February is when things start getting real, and you’re no longer shaking off the exhaustion of the holiday season. From heavy, chest-rattling new songs to melodic gut punches and indie tracks that linger, these are the best new alternative, metal, rock, and indie songs worth your time right now. Want more new music like this? Download the free idobi App and tune into idobi Radio, Howl, and anthm. Differences — “Void” Brace for impact because Differences are about to become your favorite new metal/metalcore band! Comprised of Sean-Anthony Todd (vocals), Gene Ramirez (guitar), Levi Henderson (electric bass guitar), and Nicholas Brandon Miller (drums), the… Read more »

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When We Were Young Festival Will Not Return For 2026

In a new statement released by the official social media accounts for When We Were Young, the festival will, unfortuantely, not be coming to Las Vegas in 2026. However, the festival creators still plan for a big event in 2027. Their official statement reads: “The songs, the memories, the moments — none of it exists without you. After an unforgettable run in Las Vegas, we’ve decided to take 2026 off to give this festival the care it deserves and to make sure what comes next feels just as special as what came before.” It continues, “When We Were Young Festival… Read more »

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Broadside Drops “Control Freak” Ahead Of Tour With The Maine

Broadside just dropped their brilliant new banger, “Control Freak,” for your weekend playlists. Preceded by “Dark Passenger,” “Blissed Out,” “Warning Signs,” “Someone You Need,” and “I Think They Know,” the new single is set to appear on the group’s fifth record, Nowhere, At Last, due for release on April 10, via Thriller Records. 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 indie to you anywhere, anytime. Stream Your Favorite Artists on idobi Radio Released alongside… Read more »

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The Maine’s Pat Kirch Drops Setlist Details Ahead Of Upcoming Tour

Ahead of their upcoming headlining 2026 North American tour, The Maine has revealed their second single, “Quiet Part Loud,” from their upcoming tenth record Joy Next Door. Due for release on April 10 via Photo Finish Records, the LP also boasts instant fan-favorite lead track “Die To Fall.” The two offerings show The Maine at their best, authentic and dynamic—always keeping listeners young and young at heart on their toes. Ahead of their LP release and tour run with Nightly, Grayscale, Franklin Jonas, Friday Pilots Club, Broadside, and Moody Joody, idobi Radio had the chance to catch up with drummer… Read more »

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MOTHICA Unleashes Somewhere In Between EP & “WEAPON” Video

MOTHICA has finally unveiled her EP Somewhere In Between, as well as her new visuals for “WEAPON,” out via SharpTone Records. Featuring singles “Save Your Roses” and “Evergreen Misery,” the new EP sees the artist being more vulnerable than ever before, an exquisite feat for the heavy rock genre. 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 indie to you anywhere, anytime. Stream Your Favorite Artists on idobi Radio She says, “I wrote… Read more »

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Story Of The Year Drops Seventh Studio Album A.R.S.O.N.

The time has come…Story Of The Year has officially dropped their seventh full-length record A.R.S.O.N. via SharpTone Records. The LP features fan-favorite singles such as “Disconnected” and “Gasoline (All Rage Still Only Numb).” 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 indie to you anywhere, anytime. Stream Your Favorite Artists on idobi Radio Vocalist Dan Marsala says, “With A.R.S.O.N., we wanted to continue the energy and momentum that we built on Tear Me To Pieces. We… Read more »

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Bailey Spinn Reveals “homicide” For Valentine’s Day Haters

It’s almost Valentine’s Day…and if you are not all about the romance, flowers, and chocolates…Bailey Spinn has made the perfect anti-holiday song for you. Her new track “homicide” explores a relationship that “killed” both lovers involved. 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 indie to you anywhere, anytime. Stream Your Favorite Artists on idobi Radio She sings, “Counting down the minutes to our final kiss/Never really thought that it would come to… Read more »

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Softcult to Dark Divine: New Songs to Listen to in January

A new year always brings a clean slate. January 2026 is already proving that artists are wasting no time setting the tone. From fresh beginnings to bold sonic shifts, these releases highlight the best new alternative, metal, rock, and indie songs arriving right now. Want more new music like this? Download the free idobi App and tune into idobi Radio, Howl, and anthm. Youth Fountain — “Dearly Beloved” Youth Fountain has shared “Dearly Beloved,” a stripped-back and emotionally resonant follow-up to their 2025 single “Tarnish,” continuing the lead-up to an eagerly awaited new album expected to drop in 2026. Led… Read more »

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Gold Steps Exclusively Premiere “Mirrored Souls” — WATCH

Gold Steps is stepping into a new chapter with “Mirrored Souls,” an emotionally layered new release that signals where the band is headed next. As the first taste of new music arriving in 2026, the track leans into the complicated act of looking back on a love that didn’t last without getting stuck there. Frontwoman Betty sat down with idobi to unpack the song’s meaning, the intentional choices behind its visual world, and how “Mirrored Souls” sets the foundation for Gold Steps’ most expansive era yet. Watch the official video for “Mirrored Souls” below and continue to hear the track… Read more »

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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 »