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 »
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.
California cool kids, HUNNY have returned today to release a brand new single “big star” and share the news of their upcoming sophomore album. Hunny’s New Planet Heaven is set to drop October 6th via Epitaph Records. “big star” glimmers with a new-wave groove, presenting the band at their purest form. Glittery guitars, catchy melodies, and a hint of shoegaze gloom show the group is back to their roots. The band released the first single from the album, “action –> reaction” back in April ahead of their support slot on the Waterparks tour. Guitarist Jacob Goldstein shares on the new… Read more »
Alt-pop singer/songwriter, Sophie Powers has returned today with a brand new single, “Bathroom Floor“. The track oozes with nightcore vibes, a dark pop song with glossy vocals iced on top. The chorus is powerful while the verses offer a groovy break for the listener. “Bathroom Floor” follows “Nosebleed” as the second single she has released since signing to Atlantic Records sister-label, TAG music. Sophie Powers tackles mental health struggles in the song, but also has pledged to help raise $3,000 in donations in correspondence with her new release in support of The National Alliance for Eating Disorders Organization. Read More: PINKPANTHERESS… Read more »
Ahead of their fall headline tour later this year, Bad Omens have issued a disorienting and heart-wrenching video for their 2022 single “Just Pretend.” Pulled from the band’s third studio album The Death of Peace of Mind, “Just Pretend” is a deeply emotional track that showcases the band’s signature culmination of heavy rock and melodic elements. Since its release last year, “Just Pretend” has skyrocketed amongst the group’s extensive discography, becoming one of their most streamed singles to date. The track is built upon a foundation of tight instrumentation, thunderous guitar work, and pounding percussion. The standout of the track… Read more »
The world’s favorite pop-punk group, Magnolia Park have announced a run of headline shows around their appearance at Four Chord Music Festival today. The band will be joined by Broadside and 408 as supporting acts. This line-up makes total sense, as Magnolia Park and 408 have taken to TikTok and Instagram in the last two weeks to promote and tease and upcoming collaboration track. They posted a humorous video showcasing 408 saying the now meme-worthy phrase, “Did we just write the pop punk song of the summer?” before cutting to MagPark responding with “No, WE just wrote the pop punk… Read more »
Emerging starlet Zeph has ignited excitement among fans with the announcement of her highly anticipated debut album, character development, accompanied by the release of a mesmerizing new single titled “you don’t like me like that.” This 11-track album is scheduled to make its grand entrance on June 16, courtesy of Hopeless Records. Zeph‘s latest, “you don’t like me like that,” unveils her unique musical style, seamlessly blending elements of alternative and pop while enveloping her ethereal vocals. The song delves deep into the complexities of unrequited love, resonating with listeners through its poignant portrayal of the frustration that accompanies feeling… Read more »
Last week, Cameron Hurley—who found fame with We Are The In Crowd in 2009 and became a staple on Warped Tour—released the first three installments to his complete cover album of blink-182’s 1997 album Dude Ranch. Under the recording name new.wav, Hurley first issued “Pathetic,” “Voyour,” and “Dammit” covers, which exude the same high energy performance level as blink-182’s 2000 live album, The Mark, Tom, and Travis Show. To date, Hurley has released two of the five installments that will eventually make up a full cover album of blink-182’s Dude Ranch. The 1997 album, which includes tracks such as “Dammit”… Read more »
Today De’Wayne took to instagram to announce a string of headline shows surrounding his upcoming tour supporting grandson and K.Flay. It comes as no surprise that De’Wayne would be opening for grandson, as they released a super cool collaborative track, “GOOD MOOD” together last year. This song was a successful single from his most recent album My Favorite Blue Jeans, released last October via Hopeless Records. He is sure to be playing lots of songs from the album on these upcoming shows. If you’re worried you won’t get the full dose of De’Wayne as support, make sure to catch him… Read more »
Sophie Powers has shared a new song that is a glitchy, grand and wholly great piece of alternative pop brilliance.
