A harmonious collision of two magnetic musical forces, The Word Alive and Loveless, has unveiled an electrifying collaboration on “Hate Me.” What initially sparked as a playful exchange between The Word Alive‘s vocalist, Telle Smith, and Loveless‘ vocalist, Julian Comeau, on Twitter, has evolved into a blazing single that surges with unapologetic passion. This scorching collaboration is poised to make its mark as a standout track on The Word Alive’s highly anticipated upcoming album, Hard Reset, dropping via Thriller Records on August 25. “Hate Me” stands as the premiere collaborative offering from Hard Reset, marking a powerful prelude to a… Read more »
Calling all devoted fans of The Story So Far, the moment you’ve been eagerly awaiting has arrived! Following a hiatus since 2018’s full-length Proper Dose release, the quartet makes an exultant return with their latest gem, “Big Blind,” via Pure Noise Records. From the opening notes, the unmistakable pop-punk prowess that defines The Story So Far takes center stage on “Big Blind.” This resounding track radiates a sense of familiarity while infusing it with newfound vitality. The interplay of instruments and the emotive vocals of Parker Cannon echo the very essence of the band’s trademark sound, presenting a captivating fusion… Read more »
In the wake of her recent visit to the idobi Studios in North Hollywood, the luminous artist under the banner of Pete Wentz’s DCD2 Records, CARR, cast her radiant presence once again upon our studio stage. With an air of anticipation, she embarked on a stripped-back rendition of her latest opus, the entrancing “Spiral City.” Yet, this was merely a prelude to her masterful reinterpretation of The Kooks‘ classic masterpiece, “Naive.” Enveloped by the skillful harmonies of her guitarist, CARR embarked on a journey of artistic metamorphosis in comparison to her discography. Armed with an acoustic canvas, she masterfully reshaped… Read more »
Los Angeles rock trio, Beauty School Dropout are back at it again with another new song. “Beautiful Waste” is a track the band has been playing all summer long on their tour supporting Matchbox Twenty. They have also been teasing the chorus on TikTok for what feels like forever now, so fans are ecstatic that the tune is finally out! An inherently poppier track for the group, “Beautiful Waste” stays true in Beauty School Dropout nature with the lyricism and attitude. Speaking on the new track, the band shared “Beautiful Waste is about chasing that relationship that is built to… Read more »
Just ahead of the release of their seventh studio album Hard Reset, The Word Alive frontman Telle Smith stopped by the idobi Studios in North Hollywood and told me why the latest era of the band truly is a… hard reset. From a recent lineup change to signing with Thriller Records—a new label created by Fearless Records founder Bob Becker—Hard Reset is inspired by self-reflection in a shut down world, a fresh start within the band’s camp, and a new perspective for Smith following a healthy break-up. The Word Alive have taken their years of experience within the… Read more »
As Fall Out Boy‘s enchanting So Much For (Tour) Dust draws to a close this weekend on August 6, a special guest and old friend graced the stage last night at Forest Hills Stadium in Queens, NY. While the band flawlessly sailed through their initial 16 tracks, Gym Class Heroes‘ charismatic frontman, Travie McCoy, joined the ensemble for two cover performances. The first rendition was Gym Class Heroes and Adam Levine‘s 2011 hit “Stereo Hearts,” delivered with an ingenious twist. Fall Out Boy‘s lead singer, Patrick Stump, set the stage with a piano introduction, passionately delivering Levine’s iconic opening lines,… Read more »
Throughout the summer, the music scene has been electrified by the sensational rising artist, CARR, who holds an impressive signing to Pete Wentz‘s renowned DCD2 Records. As the sparks of summer come to a close, CARR has been setting stages ablaze with her extraordinary performances on Fall Out Boy‘s So Much For (Tour) Dust run. Despite the tour coming to a close this week on August 6 after an impressive 29-show run, leading up to the tour, CARR has been issuing single after single in preparation, including “Dirty Shoes,” “Sick Bro,” and her most recent “Spiral City.” In a mesmerizing… Read more »
The formidable all-female punk rock force, The Linda Lindas, follows up their summer hit “Too Many Things” with an empowering anthem, “Resolution/Revolution.” Inspired by the group’s vocalist Bela Salazar’s influences from Pantera and Judas Priest, the song emerged as a rallying cry for self-discovery and embracing individuality. The lyrics exude defiance, urging listeners to break free from societal norms and be true to themselves. With fiery determination, The Linda Lindas encourage a resolution to stay authentic while sparking a revolution against conformity. Of “Resolution/Revolution” the band shares, “Bela had been rocking out to a lot of Pantera and Judas Priest… Read more »
As the summer draws to a close, we at idobi are determined to savor every last moment, and we’re doing it in style with an event you won’t want to miss! Get ready for the Best Night Of My Life, presented by idobi SonicTap and American Authors, taking place on August 5 at Frogtown Brewery in Los Angeles. Kicking off the Best Night Of My Life right at 6 PM PT, Frogtown Brewery will come alive with an electrifying, exclusive DJ set from Smallpools, immediately followed by live performances from Tillie, Young Rising Sons, and finally with American Authors closing… Read more »
From the jump, it’s obvious that Boys Like Girls have given us the soundtrack of our summer with their infectious new single “The Outside.” Marking their third new release of the year, “The Outside” is a vibrant masterpiece bursting with colorfully layered choruses and a double dose of nostalgia, instantly transporting you back to unforgettable summer nights with friends. The music video opens with a rush of memories, showcasing throwback videos of the band during their energetic performances and behind-the-scenes antics. As the group’s signature melodies kick in, fans are whisked away to a world that is both familiar and… Read more »
