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Are blink-182 Planning A Spring Break Tour?

Are blink-182 planning a spring break tour?! This has become the burning question of the week sparked by guitarist/vocalist Tom DeLonge after he shared a not-so-subtle hint at a potential tour announcement on his Instagram. On Monday, January 6, DeLonge posted a photo of him singing on stage with the caption, “@blink182 should we play some spring break shows just for the fuck of it? We are board and want to playyyyy – we miss you fuckers” Clearly itching to hit the road, DeLonge has been sharing numerous tour and stage photos lately, reminiscing about the trio’s monumental last two… Read more »

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This ColourPop ‘Twilight Saga: New Moon’ Makeup Collab Has Us Howling

Sure, Christmas just passed, but it might be time to start writing your Valentine’s Day wishlist because ColourPop just announced a forthcoming The Twilight Saga: New Moon collab. And yes, we need all of it. The brand is not new to sparkly Twilight-themed eyeshadow palettes and highlighters. ColourPop launched an entire collection inspired by the first film in early 2024, and is back to honor the second installment. Unlike the blues and grays associated with the first Twilight movie, New Moon has warmer tones, thus the brand’s gold and red-forward eyeshadow palette ($24). Read more: Netflix Announces Upcoming ‘Twilight’ Animated… Read more »

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From Spiritbox to Silverstein: Most Anticipated Albums and EPs of 2025

With 2025 on the horizon, music fans everywhere are gearing up for a barrage of NEW MUSIC! The coming year already promises a tidal wave of standout releases—from Grammy-nominated Spiritbox pushing the boundaries of modern metal to post-hardcore titans Silverstein proving why they remain at the top of their game. Whether you’re a devotee of ferocious breakdowns or soulful anthems, 2025 is set to deliver something for every set of ears. Here are our most anticipated albums and EPs of 2025. Make sure you download the FREE idobi Radio app to hear these new releases and more. January 3 —… Read more »

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Fresh 5: Holiday Tunes From The Maine to LØLØ

Ho ho hopefully, you didn’t think we’d leave you hanging this week! Despite the lack of new releases during the holiday season, that doesn’t mean there isn’t plenty of music to celebrate. With festivities in full swing, we’ve adjusted our weekly Fresh 5 to bring you the best holiday tunes to get you into the spirit of the season. From seasonal saddies to warm classics, here are our favorite holiday tunes to turn to at this time of year. We’ll be spinning these classics and covers from your favorite artists like LØLØ and The Maine, so make sure you download… Read more »

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20 Best Alternative, Metal, and Indie Songs Released in 2024

As 2024 winds down, it was a year packed with unforgettable song releases that defined our days and soundtracked our lives. From the debut of idobi Radio Summer School Tour artists lighting up our stations to legendary acts like Thursday returning with their first new music in over a decade, this year delivered moments we won’t soon forget. Add in the groundbreaking, Grammy-nominated collaboration between Knocked Loose and Poppy, and it’s clear that 2024 was one for the books. Here are our 20 favorite alternative, metal, and indie songs released in 2024. K.Flay — “Carsick” K.Flay is always upping the… Read more »

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Vienna Vienna Offers Shimmering “John, I’m Only Dancing” David Bowie Cover

Following the release of October’s Wonderland EP, Vienna Vienna is back with his cover of David Bowie’s “John, I’m Only Dancing.” It perfectly intertwines the song’s original glam-rock elements with a bit of Vienna Vienna’s trademark “glimmer.” “Look, I don’t do replicas, he would’ve hated that,” Vienna Vienna says. “I try to carry his virtuoso with me, while always staying true. If Bowie is Christ then I guess I’m born-again. What an honor.” Check out the artist’s thrilling cover below. Beginning on February 24, you can catch Vienna Vienna supporting K.Flay on the Mono: I’m Making Friends With The Silence… Read more »

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10 Most Jaw-Dropping Festival Performances of 2024

From the debut of the idobi Radio Summer School Tour, showcasing rising stars in the alternative space, to Grammy-nominated metal powerhouse Spiritbox commanding the stage at Louder Than Life with various musical guests, fans were treated to unforgettable fest sets across the board in 2024. Here are 10 festival performances highlighting the magic of live music in 2024. No Doubt Reunites at Coachella Marking their first performance in nearly 10 years, No Doubt’s Coachella 2024 reunion was a defining moment for the festival and the group, blending nostalgia with renewed energy. Gwen Stefani led the performance with her iconic charisma,… Read more »

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The Brobecks Tease A Re-Release Of ‘Happiest Nuclear Winter’

If you thought The Brobecks were done forever, think again. Christmas has come early with a new teaser video from None You Jerk Records—the label run by Breezy and Dallon Weekes. The social media post seemingly drops the hint that a Happiest Nuclear Winter re-release is coming on January 1, 2025. In fact, the I DONT KNOW HOW BUT THEY FOUND ME vocalist reshared the video, featuring the album’s logo, on his personal Instagram feed. Plus, former Brobecks members Matt Glass and Michael Gross were also tagged in and reshared the social media post. Uniquely, the self-produced second studio record… Read more »

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Emo Night Brooklyn Announces 10-Year Anniversary Show Lineup

Get ready to kick off your 2025 with a heaping dose of scene nostalgia. Emo Night Brooklyn is celebrating their 10-year anniversary with a dazzling lineup on January 25 at the Brooklyn Paramount, which includes Cobra Starship‘s Gabe Saporta, Sleeping With Sirens‘ Kellin Quinn, and The Maine‘s John O’Callaghan. More special guests include Knocked Loose‘s Kevin “Pac Sun” Kaine, Hot Mulligan‘s Chris Freeman, The Starting Line‘s Ken Vasoli, State Champs‘ Derek Discanio, Hellogoodbye‘s Forrest Kline, and Daisy Grenade. Plus, one special guest is still yet to be announced. Emo Night Brooklyn shared, “The wait is over! Meet your guests for… Read more »

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The Menzingers Announce Tour With Lucero and Queen Of Jeans

Following their tour with Dropkick Murphys and Teenage Bottlerocket, as well as a number of festival performances, The Menzingers are slated to hit the road with special guests Lucero and Queen Of Jeans. The tour will kick off in Cleveland, OH, on May 8 before wrapping up on June 8 in McKees Rocks, PA. The band shares on Instagram, “Very excited to be touring with our friends in @luceromusic and @queenofjeans!” Tickets for the tour will be available on Friday, December 13, at 10 AM local time. Check out The Menzingers’ full touring schedule below and purchase tickets here. Tour… Read more »