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Gossip Girl and Buffy The Vampire Slayer Actress Michelle Trachtenberg Dies, Aged 39

Michelle Trachtenberg, the actress beloved for her roles in Buffy The Vampire Slayer and Gossip Girl, has passed away at the age of 39. First reported by the New York Post, Trachtenberg was found unresponsive in her New York City apartment by her mother on the morning of February 26, 2025. Born on October 11, 1985, in New York City, Trachtenberg began acting at a young age, quickly gaining recognition for her talent. She first gained national attention as the title character in Harriet The Spy (1996) before stepping into her most iconic role as Dawn Summers in Buffy The… Read more »

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Amber Pacific Go ‘All In’ on Exclusive Track-By-Track

Following the success of their singles “Sink Or Swim” and “Young And Reckless” leading up to this moment, Amber Pacific has just delivered the sweetest Valentine’s Day gift: their brand-new album, All In. The 12-track collection marks their first full-length release in 11 years, following 2014’s The Turn. All In bridges the gap between nostalgia and a fresh new chapter for AP. The record sees the band fully embracing their roots while evolving with a refined, matured energy. Whether you’ve been following Amber Pacific since The Possibility And The Promise or you’re just discovering them now, All In showcases their… Read more »

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Deryck Whibley & Former Sum 41 Manager Are Taking Each Other To Court

On October 8, 2024, Sum 41 frontman Deryck Whibley launched his official memoir, Walking Disaster: My Life Through Heaven and Hell. In it, he shares photos and a variety of anecdotes about his childhood, experiences in the pop-punk scene, details of high-profile relationships, and near-death experiences. He also outlined the sexual and verbal abuse he allegedly suffered at the hands of the band’s former manager, Greig Nori. Now, both Nori and Whibley are suing each other in a court of law. According to documents obtained by SooToday, a digital newspaper covering local news in Ontario, Canada, Nori is suing Whibley… Read more »

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The Maine Drops Surprise Album With Career-Spanning Reimagined Demos

The Maine is always full of surprises, and this one might just be their biggest yet. On a random January Wednesday night, the Arizona five-piece dropped dyed (2008-2023), a compilation album of reimagined demos. Each track honors the band’s nine album eras. Vocalist John O’Callaghan noted, “Revisiting the past can stir up all sorts of feelings. Nostalgia, fondness, gratitude, and on and on and on. We felt everything in between when we uncovered these songs from over the last few decades, and sincerely hope they stir up anything of the sort for you while listening!” Read more: The Maine Announces… Read more »

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Anxious Reveals New Single “Some Girls” Ahead of ‘Bambi’ Release

Anxious just dropped their new single “Some Girls” from their forthcoming record Bambi. The sophomore LP, which is due out February 21 via Run For Cover Records, also features their previous singles “Counting Sheep” and “Head & Spine.” Needless to say, Anxious is dynamic in every sense of the word. The Connecticut emo act effortlessly weaves in and out of indie-rock-inspired vocals and garage-rock guitar melodies in the new track. However, across their discography, they have a sound that appeals to everyone, whether you prefer soft indie or are a certified metalhead. (They just performed at Better Lovers‘ BLissmas alongside… Read more »

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10 Alternative Holiday-Themed Films To Watch This Winter

Not quite feeling the traditional holly-jolly spirit this holiday season? We’ve got you covered. Whether you crave a dose of Creepmas with a haunted holiday atmosphere, something whimsically gothic with noir undertones, or simply a break from saccharine sweetness, these 10 alternative holiday-themed films offer a welcome escape this winter. The Nightmare Before Christmas While Jack Skellington may have made a “terrible mess of Christmas,” Tim Burton‘s The Nightmare Before Christmas remains a whimsical marriage of eerie mischief and holiday cheer—a true “Creepmas” classic. Directed by Henry Selick, this stop-motion marvel follows Jack’s misguided attempt to commandeer Christmas, resulting in… Read more »

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YUNGBLUD’s BLUDFEST Is Touring Internationally In 2026

YUNGBLUD is gearing up for BLUDFEST Year 2. This time, the 2025 lineup is even more stacked. Taking place on June 21, 2025 at Milton Keynes Bowl, YUNGBLUD will be joined by the likes of Chase Atlantic, blackbear, and Denzel Curry. Additionally, Rachel Chinouriri, jxdn, Peach PRC, Luvcat, Master Peace, and Cliffords have all been announced as artists. But… YUNBLUD promised that even more is to come. On Instagram, he shared, “[Y]ou have no idea what’s coming. GET READY!!!” Read more: Fresh 5: New Releases From phem to Good Terms In a recent interview with NME, the artist shared, “BLUDFEST… Read more »

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20 Best Alternative, Metal, and Indie Albums Released In 2024

As the year comes to a close, and we bid “farewell” (and maybe “fuck you”) to 2024, it’s the perfect time to look back and celebrate the albums that shaped the soundtrack of the last 12 months. From deeply personal indie projects to genre-defining heavy hitters, 2024 was filled with groundbreaking releases that reminded us of the power of music and, more importantly, of the alternative community. With so much incredible work to choose from, narrowing down our favorites was a daunting task. This year, the quality and variety of music made it impossible to rank our picks—every album brought… Read more »

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Amber Pacific Unveils New Single, “Sink Or Swim”

If you’ve been tuning in to idobi Radio over the last 24 hours, you were lucky enough to hear a brand new single from Amber Pacific before its official launch today! Following the release of “Young And Reckless,” which was the band’s first new music released in three years, the band has unveiled their latest offering, “Sink Or Swim.” “This song represents Amber Pacific‘s true sound, developed over time into something modern yet nostalgic reaching a wide band of listeners across multiple genres of music,” guitarist/vocalist Will Nutter shares. “It carries an energy unlike any other and brings hope and… Read more »

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ALT BLK ERA Announces UK Tour Dates & Drops Wheatus Collab

ALT BLK ERA has officially shared a new version of “My Drummer’s Girlfriend” with Wheatus, as well as a new set of UK tour dates. The tour will celebrate the band’s release of their debut LP Rave Immortal, which arrives on January 10, 2025, via Earache Records. Secure your pre-orders here. Check out the new track below. Additionally, the duo—sisters and bandmates Nyrobi and Chaya Beckett-Messam— will have their tour kick off on April 15 at Manchester’s The Lodge and wrap up on April 23 at London’s The Underworld. Grab your tickets here. Rave Immortal is exceptionally personal for Nyrobi who details… Read more »