Sometimes it’s hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel. But Caskets’ latest single “Better Way Out” is a reminder that things get better. The melodic rock band’s new song, released via SharpTone Records, is affirming, offering the listener strength and solace through hopeful lyrics and driving guitars. It’s about understanding your self-worth and opening your heart up to the people in your life. It can be challenging to ask for help, but sometimes a hug or a shoulder to lean on is the best way to begin moving away from the darkness. Frontman Matt Flood discusses… Read more »
ONI has teamed up with Sleeping With Sirens‘ Kellin Quinn for an awe-inspiring new single, “Underneath My Skin.” The dynamic track serves as a testament to the exceptional synergy between the two artists, creating an enthralling auditory journey. Following the release of ONI’s “Silence In A Room Of Lies” featuring Jared Dines last month, their electrifying new single catapults into overdrive characterized by the heavy-laden, atmospheric intro. Dripping with intricate guitar work, otherworldly synths, and a propelling drumbeat converging to create a dark and introspective soundscape permeating across the release. Read more: The Dirty Shirts Get Us High On “Gin… Read more »
It is officially summer time! You know what that means…every pop-punk band is about to ask the same burning question: “Did we just write the song of the summer?” It is hard to determine the correct answer here. Especially because music is subjective, and your song of the summer pick is probably different than someone else’s. So, how do we decide which band truly wrote the summer anthem? Look no further! Here at idobi we are kicking off the official Summertime Sadness Bracket to figure out the truth and get to the bottom of this! We need your help though.… Read more »
Have you heard The News? (pun intended!) Paramore is making their way to the land down under this fall to play some major arena gigs. From Auckland to Melbourne, the three-piece favorite will be joined by indie pop artist Remi Wolf on each of the four dates. This tour marks Paramore’s first trip back to Australia since 2018, when they were supporting their vibrant synth-pop record, After Laughter. Now, with their sixth studio album under their belt, the band is excited to revisit their fans in Oz and play a new batch of songs alongside their scene classics. While tickets… Read more »
The Used are getting back on the bus for a full US tour this fall! And they’re taking Sleeping With Sirens and Dead American with them.
Indie-rock newcomers late night drive home have issued their new single and accompanying music video, “Drug Asphyxiation.” Leaning into their indie-rock tonality and strength, “Drug Asphyxiation” is a mesmerizing sonic journey that’s heightened by a healthy dose of funky synths across the track that feels otherworldly. Watch more: Cassadee Pope Performs “People That I Love Leave” Live At The idobi Studios The band describes their latest as, “A song about battling your inner thoughts while making sense of them.” Opening with muted percussions, vibrant guitar work, and a sunny synth arrangement, “Drug Asphyxiation” immediately transports the listener into a cityscape of… Read more »
Following a whirlwind year of touring, The Word Alive is gearing up to release their new album, Hard Reset, on August 25. Giving fans a sneak peek of the latest iteration of their sound, the band paired their album announcement with a new single. The track, titled “Slow Burn,” opens with acoustic guitar plucks and frontman Telle Smith’s smooth vocals. It is on the lighter side of The Word Alive’s ever-evolving sound, but still packs an emotional punch melodically and lyrically. The album artwork, created by Matt Collamore, depicts a masked figure standing in a ring of fire. Surrounded by… Read more »
Have you ever wanted to hear your favorite bands collaborate with one another? This Wild Life is turning this dream into a reality with their latest album, Never Fade. Each song on the acoustic duo’s release includes a special guest vocalist, delivering surprise performances from beginning to end. From Magnolia Park’s Joshua Roberts to Yellowcard’s William Ryan Key, Never Fade bridges the gap between the scene’s legacy acts and today’s heavy hitters. To celebrate the record, This Wild Life dropped a music video for “Proximity,” featuring Rory Rodriguez of Dayseeker. Performing in front of a backdrop reminiscent of the album’s… Read more »
Over the last several years that Waterparks has reigned kings-of-the-scene, lead singer Awsten Knight has had an array of hair colors. We thought it would be funny to rank his looks.
This week I have singer/songwriter from the band Mest, he and I go back over 21 years, I met him for the first time in Texas when I was on a tour in 2002 that an old band of mine had booked themselves, and we met him in the parking lot after we had one of our self booked shows get canceled. We ended up talking and would see each other throughout the years, fast forward time and we became friends and I even got to fill in for Mest at a show in LA. I interview him to see how he started out in Illinois all the way to today.
