Future Idiots - A Tribute to Tony Sly

The punk scene hasn't been the same since the tragic loss of Tony Sly. And in all reality the scene might never see another punk artist that was as influential or as philanthropic. The only positive is Tony Sly will live on through his family and his musical endeavors that have continued to spread and grow among so many up-and-coming and existing artists.

The Future Idiots aren't trying to make a statement with these songs. They're merely trying to pay their respects to a man that helped shape their careers.

Om sanningen ska fram

Pac Ridge has now published 437 songs. Despite that ridiculous number of tracks, 'Om sanningen ska fram' stands out alone. It's the first (and maybe last) foreign language track we've ever had the joy of publishing. Even more rare than that, it's a Future Idiots track with a hardcore/post-hardcore scream in it. Think about that, pop-punk-screamo in the form of the Future Idiots. The possibilities are limitless!

Honestly, I don't understand the lyrics because I'm a pompous American, but I dig the tune. Give it a stream, try a little something different yourselves and maybe you'll feel the same way.  

Bored to Death Video

The official video for the Future Idiots' Blink-182 cover of "Bored to Death." 

Bored to Death

If I had a Mount Rushmore of artists it would be The Movielife, Blink 182, Alkaline Trio and Coheed and Cambria (random one there at the end, I know). That's why I was thrilled when Matt Skiba of Alk3 fame decided to team up with Mark Hoppus and Travis Barker. If only Vinnie Caruana and Claudio Sanchez joined the fun. I'd just retire and live out my days as a fifth-wheel riding groupie. Instead, I'm going to continue the grind and go with the second best option and lap up the fact that a Pac Ridge artist covered a Mark and Matt Blink tune. So without further adieu, here's "Bored to Death," the Future Idiots' first and hopefully not last take on the new and improved Blink lineup. Keep an eye out for a video that will be coming soon.   

The Release of Murphy's Law

The Future Idiots' album, Murphy's Law is now available along with the video premiere of their single "This isn't D&D." 

Imperfect

A few kind words and a stream of an unreleased tune by the Future Idiots. Can't ask for much more. Shout out to Punktastic for digging FI's song 'Imperfect.'

Eyes of Mine

If people aren't getting their scene related tunes from New Noise Magazine, Dying Scene and Punktastic, than you're getting scammed. These editors/musical journalists are actually interested in getting well-crafted indie tunes out to the world as opposed to all the other outlets that are only interested in getting clicks. That being said...

Dying Scene is streaming 'Eyes of Mine' by the Future Idiots.

This Isn't D&D Trailer

Forget about Lord of the Rings and Game of Thrones, there's a new epic coming.

Norma Jeane

New Noise Magazine is streaming a new track by the Future Idiots titled, "Norma Jeane." The tune is one of 11 original tracks off of the upcoming May 10th vinyl release, "Murphy's Law."

GRAND THEFT AUDIO 3

Most artists slap together a hodgepodge of unappealing songs or release a slew of equally forgettable singles as a way to build up anticipation for an upcoming album. Meanwhile, the Future Idiots endlessly toiled for 17 tracks to get the hype train started for their original LP. That's called commitment. That's also why they've been kicking some Pop Punk ass for over a decade. So here it is, in all it's Pop Star/Punker/Rock King/Diva laden glory, GTA3.

Zebrahead

Dying Scene appropriately decided to rep what is probably the punkest of songs on GTA3. More specifically, they're exclusively streaming Zebrahead's 'Hello Tomorrow' right on their main page. I think the track shows the variety that FI is capable of handling. I mean, who else covers Zebrahead, U2 and Taylor Swift on the same album?

Taylor Swift

Punk/Hardcore e-zine New Noise Magazine was awesome enough to rep what I can only imagine is their first Taylor Swift song. I'd like to believe that the Future Idiots gave it the appropriate level of Punk to make them proud. Don't take my word for it, though, judge for yourself. Stream I Knew You Were Trouble right here. 

Kelly Clarkson

First of 17, baby. 

Grand Theft Audio 3, arriving in your ears on March 15th.

S.A.D: Songs of a Decade

The Future Idiots got a little fan love. Some of their more passionate listeners decided to secretly recruit some touring comrades to cover a few of their more popular songs in honor of their ten years as an active artist. It's not lost on me or the band that there was some hard earned money and well placed thought spent on the original art by Illustrations by Christian Wallin and the recording of all the new tunes. Amazing job by everyone.

Princess Leia

The Future Idiots are celebrating their nerdom by paying homage to two cultural giants, Star Wars and Blink 182. I'd say that's a trio of delightfulness that ranks somewhere between the Empire Strikes Back and Hayden Christensen's acting. I'll let you decide where for yourself. 

Hybrid Moments

As if the promise of two new full length albums in 2016 wasn't enough, the Future Idiots decided to pull out both a trick and a treat for Halloween. They tricked everyone by unexpectedly dishing out a song (hell, I didn't even know it was coming) and they managed to treat fans of punk to a delightful Misfits cover. Enjoy!

Effort Should Be Rewarded

Here's a project that I've been fortunate enough to work on for the past couple of months. It's a music site that brings back the glory days of discovering, listening to and supporting new unsigned/indie label artists. 

EFTMEGA.COM

Introducing Brock Landers

I'm stoked to announce the release of a physical and digital album by the former Scene, Vol. 5 artist, Brock Landers. Their 10 track album titled, Introducing Brock Landers is available everywhere right freakin' now.
 
I'd recommend the album for fans of Dance Gavin Dance, Hail The Sun, post-hardcore and saxophones. I'd personally say the standout songs include the title track 'Introducing Brock Landers' and 'Squintin Tarantino Part Two.' Both of which can be conveniently streamed right here:

'Better Than Everyone Else,' Out Now

The new Future Idiots single "Better Than Everyone Else" can now be bought, streamed, watched, downloaded and molested in all the usual ways!

If you hadn't noticed, their new material has a little bit more of a kick to it, which you'll be pleasantly surprised to know is just a taste of what they're going to bring to the turntable on their upcoming full length/vinyl. 

New Future Idiots Song and Video

As the headline suggests, this is a new tune and video by the Future Idiots. It's the first in a number of new songs that will ultimately appear on their upcoming full-length album, Murphy's Law. The song's titled 'Better Than Everyone Else.' More information about the album and the song can be found at their music pledge project.