Canadian metallurgic alchemists The Beckoning have posted a new song on for streaming. Mixing progressive, gothic and extreme metal sounds to pleasing results, the track clocks in at a lengthy 10:36! Let’s hope this is a sign of a new album soon. Continued →

This is a fun record, that’s really easy to listen to. It’s not really ground-breaking, just straight-forward indie rock with really warm guitar tones. While there’s not a lot of distinction between the guitar and bass, for some reason that’s not a bad thing, it just adds to the simplicity. Continued →

Following up the news yesterday about the much hoped for Anberlin “reunion” will be delighted in this story. Apparently Anberlin will be joining those metalcore innovators – Underoath, for the show of the century in Tampa, FL. at USF Sun Dome December 14th. Poster and ad below. Continued →

Azusa just released a video for their new single “Heavy Yoke.” Their forthcoming album of the same name releases November 16 on Solid State Records. Continued →

Brian Ortize, an artist who has been making music at least as long as I have been running IVM, just released his new songs which you can hear below. Brian was a member of Buddy Ruckus and played as part of Telecast for years. Not only that but he has been a worship leader for around a decade now. Check out “Oh The Joy” and “Emmanuel” via his new label home – BEC Recordings below and make sure to purchase wherever you find good digital music. [Facebook] Continued →

Altar Boys have just released their new album “No Substitute” which is available for purchase in a variety of formats including CD, Vinyl, and Digital right here. This is the album everyone is talking about and a perfect introduction to the long running group in case you haven’t heard. Check out the album below and make sure to purchase a copy today. Continued →

Update: The band has changed their official website and have posted this same image. Anberlin has been dropping little hints the past few months that are leaving fans guessing. Today they swapped out their profile image on facebook with a new pic that appears to be a photo taped back together. Could this be symbolism? Could this another hint at a reunion? Or is it just a standard photo image swap and/or nothing at all? You debate below and talk about your favorite Anberlin moments from years past. Let’s all stand back in eager anticipation for the next step and hopefully it is the one thing us fans are hoping for…..reunion. Continued →

The much loved California based punk rock label, Thumper Punk Records, will be holding a special 10th anniversary show at Angel City in Bellflower, CA. on December 8th. The first bands signed to the label will be playing sets including Absolved, The Way, False Idle, The Hoax, and The King’s Kids. Continued →

Legendary hardcore punk band- The Blamed, are back with new music and we are proud to stream this first new track titled “I Guess This Is Goodbye”. The song will appear on the group’s new split CD/Digital release with The Satire which is due out by the end of this month. Check out the song below and order good from The Blamed right here. Check out the back album cover below with track listing for the Ep. Art by Josh Bump Galletta Continued →

A few film makers have embarked on a quest to bring the story of the Ex-Members of Hawk Nelson to life. It is a documentary about Music, Passion, and Friendship. A story about reconciliation and the rebirth as new band, Aid & Effect. Check out the kickstarter for this film right here and get a lot more info than what i’m sharing here (those are Canada prices by the way). Watch the video below. Continued →

Rock & Metal

• Bennett Hughes – Good News [Single]
• 7eventh Time Down – Help Me [Single]

Pop & Electronic

• Casting Crowns – Nobody [Single]
• Francesca Battistelli – This Could Change Everything [Single]
• Holly Starr – Human (Deluxe Edition)
• Matthew Parker – Breathe [Single]
• Moda Spira – Regret [Single]
• Rachael Nemiroff – Heart of Stone [Single]
• Sada K.

The Classic Crime have launched a new Kickstarter crowd funding campaign for their 6th full length record as a band. Go check it out here (or below). Maybe not as many **** and **** etc this time around? ;) (PS- Album was funded in 5 hours!) Continued →

Leigh Nash, the singer/songwriter for long running alternative band – Sixpence None The Richer, has launched a crowd funding campaign for her new solo album. Check out the campaign right here. Continued →

Josh White & Josh Garrels, two powerful singer/songwriters with a strong back catalog of music have teamed up to release a collaborative single and Ep through Gospel Song Recordings / BEC. The first single is “Spirit Resurrect” and you can give a listen to the HOT track below. Song is available now wherever you find your digital music. Continued →

Check out this brand new single from Mainframe that will be a benefit to support their ministry efforts in a far away land. You can read more on the “single track” page over on bandcamp here and get full details. Stream the instrumental surf-rock track below and donate if you’d like to add the song to your collection. All funds raised from the sale of this single and the group’s 2018 ep “Burn the Boats” will go toward supporting their ministry in this hostile country that isn’t so friendly to those sharing the gospel. Continued →

Far-Less posted a short rehearsal video on Facebook earlier today. The band will be joining 10 Years, To Whom it May, and State of Illusion on December 30th at The Masquerade in Atlanta, Georgia. You can see the event details right here. Continued →

Ulterium Records will release the Theocracy album “Mirror of Souls” in honor of the 10th anniversary of this acclaimed album. You can pre-order from Ulterium direct right here. It is a limited pressing and available in 2 different color options (Colored option limited to 150 copies). I still remember hearing this record for the first time and being blown away by not just the quality but the musicianship and those vocals! There really isn’t another “Christian” group like them out there and they deserve all the praise they get. Ulterium Records is an amazing label and has continued to put out quality power metal and symphonic metal for over a decade now. I remember giving these tracks to a reviewer we had at the time and I can just imagine what must have been going through his mind at the time. “What the heck is this?”, he must have said lol, good thing I was persistent in getting coverage for Theocracy. I think myself and our readers are better off for it, right? Continued →

Metalcore fans rejoice. The much loved former Solid State Records band, MyChildren MyBride, will embark on a cross country tour for the 10th anniversary of their break out hit record “Unbreakable”. View dates below and visit them on Facebook here for more info. Bands joining the tour include: Secrets, Capture, Earth Groans, and Half Hearted. Continued →

Tooth & Nail Records just announced today that the fan loved and critically acclaimed 1997 debut by Pedro The Lion called the “Whole Ep”, is being pressed to 10″ vinyl. Available for $16 right here, is available in 2 different colors and limited to 500 copies each. Continued →

Thrash band Ritual Servant are in the process of recording a new album, according to their promo agency Bearded Dragon Productions. The band has released a lyric video for the song “Seven Trumpets,” which can be found on their Facebook page. Continued →

Rock & Metal

• Emery – People Always Ask Me If We’re Gonna Cuss in an Emery Song [Single]
• Gold, Frankincense, & Myrrh – On the Inside [Single]
• Micah Ariss – Save Me Now [Single]
• Mike Mains & The Branches – Endless Summer [Single]
• Russ Taff – I Still Believe [Single]
• Twenty One Pilots – Trench 
• We Are The City – AT NIGHT

Pop & Electronic

• Austin French – Wide Open
• Brandin Reed – I Can’t Be Boxed In [Single]
• for KING & COUNTRY – Burn The Ships 
• Jasmine Murray – While You Were Holding Me [Single]
• Jeremy Ravine – I’m Not Alone [Single]
• Jonathon Waterman – Let It Be You [Single]
• Land of Color – Many Lands [Single]
• Newsong – Look Up [Single]
• Nineclub – Wish List [Single]
• LZ7 – Breakthrough [Single]
• Render the Hearts – Run to Love (Deluxe Edition) 
• Tiffany Coverly – You Lift Me Up [Single]
• TobyMac –  The Elements [Single]

Folk & Singer/Songwriter

• Andie Elise – This Is No Burial [Single]
• Andrew Osenga – The Painted Desert 
• Dave Pettigrew – Me [Single]
• Evan Petruzzi – Breathe [Single]
• The Gray Havens – She Waits 
• Steven Curtis Chapman –  Remember to Remember (Live) [Single]
• Will Retherford – Human [Single]

Hip Hop & R&B

• A.i – Miss Me [Single]
• Aaron Cole – Making History [Single]
• Adamdabeginning – Love One Another [Single]
• Aha Gazelle – No Stains [Single]
• Asha Elia – Walk Together [Single]
• Byron Juane – Attention (feat.

Chamber pop may not be the most well-known, or well-respected genre. Nonetheless, it holds some of the most intricate compositions and rides the line between progressive and radio-friendly. Here are our top 10 chamber pop groups you need to check out. Continued →

Today is release day for the long awaited new album from For King & Country. The band have just dropped their music video for the title track “Burn The Ships” which is literally about leaving the past behind and stepping into a new day. The song is inspired by those that battle with addictions and breaking free from the past to move on and find hope. This powerful album is proof that it doesn’t matter what style of music you cling to or scene you’re in. If you find that emotional and spiritual connection to a particular album, in this case “Burn the Ships”, then embrace and leave your cynicism at the door. Leading up to the release I’ve been listening to each single and getting my kids to listen. As a family, we’ve found great joy in these songs and they are leading the next young generation of music fan to reach forward through Faith and Art. Watch the video below and go purchase/stream this album wherever you get your music. Continued →

DENS have released their new professionally filmed music video for the track “Deadrise” off the recent ep “No Small Tempest” which is available now via Facedown Records. Continued →

Tooth & Nail Records have just added Mike Mains & The Branches to their roster. The band is currently on tour with John Mark McMillan, and they will be releasing a new song, titled “Endless Summer,” tomorrow. While an exact date has not yet been announced, their upcoming album When We Were In Love is slated for release in the near future. Continued →

If you didn’t catch the firestorm of controversy yesterday regarding the new album cover by Emery for their new release “EVE” then you might just have been living under a rock. A lot of various opinions were unleashed as well angry remarks, resentment, confusion, and a whole bunch of feuding people over just what the “artistic” intention is. Regardless of the direction they are taking their band from here on out, you can hear their two newest songs below and debate what you think musically of their latest tunes. I hear a slight Weezer influence, how about you? If you would like to see the album cover in question click on the Emery facebook / instagram pages. Continued →

You can now officially pre-order the new split cd from The Blamed and The Satire right here. They are bundling it together with their super awesome new hoodie design and shipping it all 3rd week of October. That’s right NEW BLAMED MUSIC in OCTOBER! Happy Halloween indeed with a nice slice of pumpkin spice hardcore punk ;) Continued →

Signal Versus Noise just dropped their new anthem in recognition of Suicide and Prevention Month. This beautiful song has some pretty inspiring lyrics meant to offer hope for those seeking solace from the pain of mental anguish. You are not alone in this fight. I too struggle with mental health issues and understand your plight. Never be alone, never be ashamed, and never stop seeking help. There is hope, there is an answer, and there is a remedy for your pain. Prayer and a Christ centered support system is amazing as is dr assisted psychological help. Drop the stigma, you’re not alone. #mentalhealthawareness Continued →

I’m excited to share the news that legendary east coast punk rock band – Huntingtons, are working on a new album. They need your help to fund this release as they are going the independent route and have no financial backing. Go purchase some merchfrom them right here and help them put out the most epic punk rock album of all time. Oh and some shows with The Prettybads would be sweet too ;) Continued →

If you haven’t heard Gold, Frankincense, & Myrrh yet, you’re late to the party. GFM is a band of sisters from Jacksonville who’ve really made a nice mark on the Christian hard rock scene which the “Death of Giants” ep and “Identity Crisis” full length are clear cut evidence of. Continued →