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Harry Potter Fans Think The New Version Of Hagrid Looks Homeless

The streets of London are buzzing with TV crews as the forthcoming Harry Potter HBO Max series undergoes production. In fact, Daily Mail UK recently caught a glimpse of actors Dominic McLaughlin and Nick Frost (Hot Fuzz, Shaun Of The Dead, Paul) portraying Harry Potter and Hagrid. Though the clip is short, lifelong fans of the books, films, and beyond are struggling to see Hagrid in Frost’s image. TikTok users commented, “Hagrid never gave off homeless vibes before,” “TEMU version,” “Why does Hagrid look like he hasn’t slept in a while,” “Hagrid doesnt look like a huggable giant anymore,” and… Read more »

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Andy Black Says New Black Veil Brides Song “Is Not Religious”

In an all-new interview, Black Veil Brides frontman Andy Biersack (aka Andy Black) joins Cutter’s Rockcast to chat about the band’s new music, including their latest single, “Hallelujah.” Black shares, “I grew up Catholic, and it plays into a lot of my lyrics and always has. I’m not practicing, but anytime you grow up in any kind of religious situation, the good and bad filters its way in. And I went to Catholic school, and I got the negative side of it, and then I had family members who were practicing it, and it was a very positive thing in… Read more »

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Listen To Twenty One Pilots’ Josh Dun Sing On “Drum Show”

Twenty One Pilots is back with a new taste from the Breach era and this time, Josh Dun lent his vocals to the record alongside Tyler Joseph. “Drum Show,” a deliciously pop-punk-fueled track, is preceded by lead single, “The Contract.” While the album is set for release on September 12, it’s not getting a full international tour treatment. Joseph said in a statement, “We have a US tour coming up this fall (which is going to be pure magic, and I cannot wait). But then after that… I’m not sure. I’m not saying it’s our last tour ever; I’m just saying, other… Read more »

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Joyce Manor Drops 100 Gecs-Inspired “All My Friends Are So Depressed”

Wake up, besties…Joyce Manor is back after three years away! Marking their grand return since 2022’s LP 40 oz. to Fresno, the group has unleashed “All My Friends Are So Depressed,” via Epitaph Records. Uniquely, the acoustic-laced emo track is inspired by 100 Gecs. Frontman Barry Johnson says, “The first line I came up with for this song was ‘lord above in a Tecate truck’ after passing a Tecate delivery truck with Jesus shit all over it on the freeway driving back to Long Beach after a show in Fresno. While searching for a line that rhymed with ‘lord above… Read more »

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Cartel Surprises Jonas Brothers Crowd With “Say Anything (Else)”

Jonas Brothers tour dates just keep getting more and more alternative. The band, currently on their JONAS 20: Greetings From Your Hometown tour, is bringing out surprise guests at each tour stop. On August 17 in Hershey, PA, the trio introduced none other than Cartel to the stage to perform “Say Anything (Else).” Will Pugh and Joe Jonas took on the vocals together, and yes, we’re emo about it. TBH, this might be the best marketing for Chroma 2025, their re-recorded LP, which will arrive on September 12 via Field Day Records. This isn’t the first emo mainstay who has… Read more »

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grandson Channels George Orwell On “GOD IS AN ANIMAL”

Ahead of the September 5 release of INERTIA, grandson is offering a (sadly) evergreen track, “GOD IS AN ANIMAL.” Preceded by “BRAINRIOT” and “SELF IMMOLATION,” grandson pulls no punches on his most recent single, channeling one of the most prolific dystopian authors along the way. grandson shares, “Years ago, while on tour, I had this idea for a musical based off of George Orwell’s [Animal Farm], where a farm animal realizes to run the farm it has to move like a human. After a couple iterations of that, I decided to release the title track from it on INERTIA, and trust… Read more »

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The Aces Gold Star Baby Is The Disco Album We Need Right Now

The disco ball is shimmering, the lights are down low, the floor is lit up, and Gold Star Baby is officially open for business. The Aces are officially back with their fourth album, Gold Star Baby—their first independent release—is a disco-infused celebration of identity. Quartet Cristal Ramirez (vocals), Alisa Ramirez (drums), Katie Henderson (guitar),and McKenna Petty (bass) have poured their whole selves into the fourth chapter of The Aces, and their personalities shine. Featuring a heaping dose of humor, grooves for days, and unadulterated confidence, this is The Aces at their best. Frankly, the joy that permeates the tracks proves… Read more »

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Taylor Acorn Announces Fall North American Tour Dates

Taylor Acorn may have just wrapped up her headlining run on the idobi Radio Summer School Tour, but she is ready for more shows. Today, the artist announced her fall North American tour, which kicks off on November 4 in Boston and wraps up on December 6 in Cleveland. Honestly, this is the ideal early holiday present. On social media, Acorn says, “We’re going back on the road again!!! So excited to be coming back around to a city near you this fall!” She adds, “I can’t wait. It’s gonna be a good run I can feel it!!! Lots more… Read more »

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The Click Five Appears At Jonas Brothers Show, Announces U.S. Tour

The Click Five is officially back, baby! The pop-rockers teased their return to the stage on August 14 via social media before announcing a full U.S. tour run—their first in 15 years. Of course, some emos thought the announcement was imminent following their surprise performance at a recent Los Angeles Emo Nite. If you have FOMO, this tour is the cure. Excitingly, The Click Five didn’t only tease a show online on Thursday, August 14, they also came out as the surprise guest on the Jonas Brothers‘ current arena tour. Check out the stunning and massive performance of “Just The… Read more »

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Acceptance Taps Teddy Swims for “So Contagious” Reimagining

As Acceptance prepares to drop Phantoms/Twenty—a 20th anniversary reimagining of their 2005 landmark Phantoms—the band has enlisted chart-topping powerhouse Teddy Swims to recreate their breakout single “So Contagious.” For those who may not know, Swims previously shared with idobi Radio that Acceptance was a massive inspiration to him growing up. He shared on Gone Fishkin in 2023, “My favorite band ever is Acceptance. Jason Vena is my hero…and I got to meet him at When We Were Young and finally chat with him…Jason is the greatest vocalist.” Of the collaboration, Acceptance shares “Our fondest memories of the Phantoms sessions can… Read more »