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mgk Only Had 2 Days To Learn The “vampire diaries” Dance

mgk just dropped a new music video for his track “vampire diaries” from his upcoming album lost americana, due out on August 8. Excitingly, he shot the accompanying music video at New York City’s American Museum Of Natural History, aka the setting of Night At The Museum (2006). Iconic. And yes, if you’re wondering, the artist is still on his choreographed dance grind. Of the dance break in the museum’s rotunda, mgk took to Twitter/X to say, “We only had two days to come up with and learn that dance break, and we shot, edited, and colored the entire video… Read more »

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TX2 Explores Body Dysmorphia Struggles On “Hollow Frame”

Following the release of singles “Infamous,” “MAD,” and “HOSTAGE (they will not erase us),” TX2 is back with a new track, “Hollow Frame.” The new offering is beyond impactful, describing a struggle that many endure silently. TX2’s Evan Thomas shares, “I’ve struggled with an eating disorder all my life, and not enough males talk about body dysmorphia. When I was in 7th grade, I had an apple a day diet and weighed 90 Ibs, it all started when I couldn’t fit in skinny jeans and look like the ’emo boys’ I saw on TV. Since then, I’ve been making progress,… Read more »

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Dayseeker Announces ‘Creature In The Black Night’ & Shares Title Track

After releasing the haunting single “Pale Moonlight” in April, Dayseeker is back with their new track “Creature In The Black Night.” And that’s not all, this new drop is merely the title track for the band’s newly announced album, due out on October 24 via Spinefarm. Creature In The Black Night marks their first LP release since 2022’s Dark Sun. Of the new single, vocalist Rory Rodriguez shares, “‘Creature In The Black Night’ is the darker part of your conscience overpowering you. It’s about the rush you’re addicted to that you can’t ignore.” Adding onto the album’s sonics, he says,… Read more »

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Zac Farro Reveals Groovy “1” Single Ahead Of ‘Operator’ Release

Paramore’s and HalfNoise’s Zac Farro wowed fans with his first solo track under his own name, “My My” in late June from his upcoming LP Operator. Now, the indie icon is back with his second single, “1,” as well as a music video laced with a vibrant city backdrop. With groovy basslines, ’70s-inspired sonics, and utterly ethereal vocals, Farro brilliantly shares his kind-hearted message. Farro shares, “‘1’ is a song about someone being completely and utterly unique. One of one, no carbon copy. When you’re truly yourself, it inspires others to be more themselves.” Check out the track below and pre-order your copy of… Read more »

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Honey Revenge To Open For Spiritbox On Upcoming Fall Tour

Following the conclusion of their massive headlining tour with Daisy Grenade, Wolf And Bear, Vana, and nightlife, Honey Revenge just shared that their schedule is still set to be packed. On July 8, the duo revealed that they’ll be opening for Spiritbox on their forthcoming Tsunami Sea North American Tour. Periphery will also offer support on the tour. Honey Revenge noted that this was “the hardest secret we’ve ever had to keep.” The run kicks off on November 12 at Ontario’s Toyota Arena and wraps up on December 7 at Toyota Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford, CT. Plus, Spiritbox fans had the chance to… Read more »

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12 New-Age Protest Songs To Listen To This 4th of July

For Americans across the nation, this July 4th might not feel like one worth celebrating. In Trump’s first six months in office, he’s sent the military on U.S. citizens in Los Angeles. ICE arrests have broken innocent families apart, and in most cases, those being deported have no criminal record (or are actual American citizens). Countless pieces of legislation were introduced or passed that take direct aim at the LGBTQ+ community. Federal workers were laid off en masse, the genocide in Palestine rages on, and this is merely scratching the surface. Refer back, even further, to 2023 when SCOTUS overturned… Read more »

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36 Iconic July Album Anniversaries For Alternative Music Fans

The dog days of summer call for some absolute bangers from the alternative world. Luckily, year after year, some of the most beloved acts in rock and emo unleashed dazzling LPs in the month of July to keep our playlists in tip-top shape. From Sublime‘s 1996 self-titled and My Chemical Romance‘s debut, I Brought You My Bullets, You Brought Me Your Love, all the way to Pierce The Veil‘s Collide With The Sky and Jimmy Eat World‘s Bleed American, these 36 album anniversaries will give you something to celebrate all month long. blink-182 — California Released on: July 1, 2016, via… Read more »

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Zac Farro to Lorna Shore: 9 New Songs That’ll Kick Your Weekend Into High Gear

No matter if you’re indie-obsessed or a head-banging heavy metal lover, this week had no shortage of dazzling new single drops and album releases. From Zac Farro‘s new solo single “My My” and Daisy The Great‘s “Dog,” all the way to Fit For A King‘s “Begin The Sacrifice,” there’s something new for each and every alternative music fan to spin ASAP. Looking for even more new music? idobi Radio is the soundtrack of your summer. Download the free idobi App for new music every minute, every hour, every day. Did we mention it’s totally, 100%, always free? Dead Eyes — “Relapse” Following… Read more »

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Sydney Sprague Announces ‘Peak Experience’ On Her Upcoming Third Album

Sydney Sprague hive, it’s time to rise. Today, the Arizona-native rocker shared her single, “Flat Circle” from her forthcoming third album, Peak Experience. The record, due out on September 26, also features previously released tracks, “Fair Field” and “As Scared As Can Be.” The new offering channels the uncertainty that many coming-of-age tales tell alongside glittery grunge riffs—and signals a stunning new era for the rising artist. You’ll want to keep your eyes on Sprague, for sure. She shares, “‘Flat Circle’ is about what ifs, and wondering if I could rewind my life and make different choices if it would… Read more »

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7 Music Videos Filmed at Pink Motel and Hollywood Premiere Motel

From empty pools to pink-lit hallways, Los Angeles’ grimiest and most iconic motels have become unexpected backdrops for some of alternative and pop music’s most memorable visuals. Whether it’s a pop-punk cannonball, a hazy hookup, or a moody montage, these locations lend cinematic grit and charm to every frame. Here are 7 music videos filmed at the Pink Motel and Hollywood Premiere Motel—two unlikely stars of the music video world. Halsey — “Hurricane” & “Ghost” (Pink Motel) Halsey shot not one but two music videos from her Badlands era at the Pink Motel. Unlike other music videos on this list,… Read more »