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Is Punk Dead?

By Casey Gallenberger in News | No Comments

Sure, the title feels trite – a conversation that has happened a hundred times already for decades. But I’m not approaching this from a strictly musical standpoint. Instead, my focus is largely ideological. Punk, and even other genres like outlaw country, centered around ideas that ran counter to the mainstream narrative.… Continued →

20 Indie Albums You Almost Forgot Existed

By Brandon J. in Articles | 7 Comments

This will be a series of posts based upon old “indie” (or ‘independent’ for the savvy) albums released over the past few couple decades collecting dust and cobwebs in the vaults of our devices (or computers for those living in the past). Check out these 20 Indie Albums You Almost Forgot Existed and maybe discover something old that is now new again?… Continued →

Wolves At The Gate - Stop The Bleeding (Official Lyric Video)

By Brandon J. in Lyric Videos | No Comments

Wolves At The Gate just dropped a brand new song titled “Stop The Bleeding”. It’s classic Wolves At The Gate mixed in with a little new, the perfect combo. Check out “Stop The Bleeding”, below. The song is now available on all digital networks and streaming sites.… Continued →

ContagionFest: Phase 2 April 23rd to April 24th

By Brandon J. in News | No Comments

If you like Christian Rock then make sure to check out Contagion Fest Part 2 April 23rd-24th presented by Christian Rock X and iChristianRock. You can watch/stream it live from YouTube here or here. Watch the trailer for it below. Nate Parrish is one of the many artists playing so you can’t go wrong with that right?… Continued →

REVIEW : Song of the Day: Common Children - Skywire

By Timo Cuoco in Articles, Reviews | 3 Comments

Arkansas’ Common Children reminded me plainly of a cross between The Prayer Chain & Skillet. Why, might you ask? Well, CC has some serious ethereal atmospheric music akin to The Prayer Chain. And Skillet due to the obvious grunge influences and the three male band members when they first formed. Skywire came out in 1996 as did Skillet’s S/T.… Continued →

New Music: April 16, 2021

By Noah Hardwick in News | 2 Comments

Rock & Metal

Pop & CCM

Haiva Ru – Bloom Baby Bloom
NEEDTOBREATHE – Live From the Woods Vol. 2
Tauren Wells – Citizen of Heaven (Live)

Folk & Singer/Songwriter

Andrew Blooms – 987

Hip Hop & R&B

GOSPEL READY, D4christ – Simplicity (EP)
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Names Without Numbers - Empire On Fire (Feat. Matt Baird of Spoken)

By Brandon J. in Lyric Videos | 1 Comment

Names Without Numbers have dropped what is quite possibly, their BEST song ever and it’s called “Empire On Fire”. The song features backing vocals from Matt Baird of the band Spoken which just adds an extra dose of flavor to an already incredible new song. If you enjoyed their past material and wished they would amp it up a bit and even add in some screaming like the old days, well then you are in for a treat.… Continued →

My Top Ten Albums & EPS of January-March 2021

By Noah Hardwick in Articles | No Comments

Last year I shared my top 100 albums and EPs of 2020. This year I thought I’d try and break that list down a little and share my top albums and EPs for each quarter of 2021. So here’s my top 10 album for January-March 2021. You can find my full list of 2021 new releases here.… Continued →

At The Wayside Return With First New Collection of Songs Since 2017

By Brandon J. in News | No Comments

At The Wayside are back and with a vengeance. The band recently entered their studio space and have recorded a brand new EP titled “Somewhere Between”. This surprise EP drops everywhere on April 20th and is sure to be one of the biggest hits of 2021! I mean just listen to the teaser and tell me this isn’t a most anticipated release.… Continued →

Song of the Day: Must Build Jacuzzi - Hey You, Skank

By Timo Cuoco in Articles | No Comments

Peoria, Illinois’ Must Build Jacuzzi are a throwback to 90s era ska music. Having seen them multiple times, I can say they are most def a fun band to catch live. My son had fun the last time back in 2019 when he learned how to crowd surf at 12 years old!… Continued →

Too Bad Eugene Begins Work On Their 3rd Full Length Album

By Brandon J. in News | No Comments

Melodic Punk super band, Too Bad Eugene, have reached beyond their goal on Kickstarter and have begun work on their 3rd full length album! So no more EP, just an awesome full length set of songs. There is still time to support the band and help them record more songs, cover the studio costs, and maybe even more merch.… Continued →

P.O.D. To Play Satellite, Fundamental Elements of Southtown, and a Collection of Hits in a Special 3 Night Set

By Brandon J. in News | 9 Comments

World renown hard rock/metal band P.O.D. from San Diego, CA. have just announced that they are playing a 3 Day Set of Songs in May celebrating the 20th anniversary of their landmark 2001 album, “Satellite”. The 3 nights will consist of “Satellite” (2001), “Fundamental Elements of Southtown” (1999), and a 3rd day featuring a collection of HITS, Rarities, B-Sides, and Classic Songs from the past.… Continued →

Arthur Alligood Releases New Song Feat. Josh and Dean of Toad The Wet Sprocket

By Brandon J. in News | No Comments

Independent solo artist – Arthur Alligood, is back and with a brand new song titled “It’ll Be Alright” featuring Josh and Dean from Toad The Wet Sprocket. It’s a beautiful song and really well done. Showcases Arthur’s immense talent and his ear for making a great song. Having two members from one of my favorite bands, Toad The Wet Sprocket, just makes this new song all the more special.… Continued →

Song of the Day: Aaron Sprinkle - Invincible

By Timo Cuoco in Articles, Music Videos | No Comments

The Sprinkle brothers are very talented & have been very busy in the music world. Just think about all the bands the 2 of them have played in: Poor Old Lu, Demon Hunter, Rose Blossom Punch, Fair, Blank Books, The World Inside, The Wrong Mind, Serene, A Cold Vein & Transparent, amongst many others.… Continued →

New Music: April 9, 2021

By Noah Hardwick in News | 4 Comments

Rock & Metal

4th Point – New Horizons

Pop & CCM

Matthew West – Brand New (Deluxe Edition)

Electronic & Dance

Adam LaVerdiere – This Is Revival (Instrumental)
Andy Hunter – Presence, Vol. 5
God’s Warrior – The Blood of Jesus

Folk & Singer/Songwriter

Paul Demer – On the Way Back Down
Wilder Woods – the work tapes ep

Hip Hop & R&B

Worship & Gospel

Becca VanDerbeck – Sacred
Circuit Rider Music – Jesus People (Live)
Clay Collective Music – Living Stones
Enterline – Colors Bright
Here Be Lions – Still God, Still Good (Live)
Kierra Sheard – KIERRA (Deluxe)
IFGF Praise – For God So Loved: Instrumental Worship
Merry Clayton – Beautiful Scars
Michael Hughes Watson – Feeling
planetboom – JC Squad (Live With The Squad)
Soul City Worship – No.

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Song of the Day: Ballydowse - Blood In Our Guts

By Timo Cuoco in Articles | No Comments

Celtic punk-now that’s a genre one doesn’t hear much of! But, Chi-town’s Ballydowse does it well. along with other genres such as oi, folk, klezmer & aboriginal. The band rose from the ashes of one of the best hard punk bands ever Crashdog & released 2 LPS produced by Steve Albini.… Continued →

Song of the Day: Chasm - Unknown

By Loyd Harp in News | 1 Comment

In the mid- to late-90s when all of the other Christian hardcore bands were doing new school/chugga chugga style hardcore with increasingly metallic influences, Bakersfield’s Chasm were drawing on earlier inspiration. These influences came mostly from the 80s British hardcore punk/d-beat sound (Discharge, Conflict, etc.), although somewhat ironically this track has elements of early black metal in the guitar riffs (a la Venom or Bathory).… Continued →

Twenty One Pilots Drop Song and Announce New Album

By Brandon J. in News | 1 Comment

Twenty One Pilots Drop Song and Announce New Album

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The Devil Wears Prada to Release Zombie II Ep

By Brandon J. in News | 1 Comment

The Devil Wears Prada to Release Zombie II Ep

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Song of the Day: L.S.U - Freedom

By Timo Cuoco in Articles | 2 Comments

L.S.U. has been around since the mid 80’s & have had several monikers including Lifesavers, Lifesavers Underground & L.S. Underground. They have also attacked several genres including, alternative, new wave, indie rock, surf rock & a tad being goth tinged with Michael Knott being the mainstay. Freedom is the first I heard from them from 1994’s Grace Shaker & the lyrics portray an homage to the death, burial & resurrection of Jesus.… Continued →

Song of the Day: Yours For Mine - Sing, Sing Again

By Noah Hardwick in Articles | No Comments

Listen: Amazon Music | Apple Music | Bandcamp | Spotify | YouTube Lyrics:… Continued →

Song of the Day: Then It Ends - It Is Well

By Timo Cuoco in Articles | No Comments

Rising from the ashes of 2 other bands (one of which A Past Unknown has been played on a few Christian radio shows, including Ohio’s RadioU), Iowa’s Then It Ends is a metalcore band that has some great melodic stuff. Besides their most awesome energetic Kingdom which has profound lyrics (Someone else already beat me to a quasi review on July 3, 2014!),… Continued →

New Music: April 2, 2021

By Noah Hardwick in News | 3 Comments

Rock & Metal

I Am Spartacus – Trigger Happy

Pop & CCM

Mike Lee – Another Step
Morgan J – II: Angelpop Vol

Electronic & Dance

Folk & Singer/Songwriter

Scott Mulvahill – Surrounded (EP)

Hip Hop & R&B

Anaviel The Servant – Almost Time (EP)
Anaviel The Servant – Torah 1
Beyond Hymn – Based on a True Story
Caleb Gordon – Before the Garden Vol.1
Coby James – Mixtape: Side A (EP)
Krum – Black Lung
Paparzyi – Grey Ave
Propaganda, DJ Mal-Ski – Terraform: The People
Scootie Wop – WOPTAVIUS PORTER: VOL 1
Tony Tubera – Out the Dark

Worship & Gospel

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Song of the Day: Fit For A King - Skin And Bones

By Timo Cuoco in Articles, Lyric Videos | 1 Comment

Bam-this is hands down one of my fave songs of all time from a band that hails from the same town as another great (softer) band Eisley. This ballad just has some type of energy with its musical prowess & soaring vocals & provocative lyrics that makes me contemplate my life & relationship with YHWH.… Continued →

Too Bad Eugene Launch New Music Campaign

By Brandon J. in News | No Comments

Santa Cruz, CA. based melodic punk rock band, Too Bad Eugene, have emerged after nearly 20 years in hibernation to drop brand new music on our heads. That’s right, the band is back in action and have put up a rad new Kickstarter campaign to help them reach their new music goal.… Continued →

Song of the Day: God - Revelation

By Loyd Harp in News | 2 Comments

Is it a bit pompous to call your band “God”? Maybe. But what’s particularly interesting about this band is we know nothing about them. Band members are completely anonymous. Is it even a band, or a solo project? Where are they from? No idea. Because the project is completely designed to “Challenge you to consider Him as well as your life & death through the power of music,” they figured the best way to do that was anonymously.… Continued →

R.I.P. IVM

By Brandon J. in News | 8 Comments

R.I.P. IVM

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Song of the Day: Five Iron Frenzy - Shut Up

By Noah Hardwick in Articles | 1 Comment

Song of the Day: Laing - Groove

By Timo Cuoco in Articles | No Comments

Now here is a rarety from a Texan industrial rock artist known as Laing. His given name is Trevor (Laing) & his music falls somewhere in between Circle Of Dust & Mortal or even Skillet’s Hey You, I Love Your Soul release. He released 2 LPs 2001’s Groove & 2005’s Ashes.… Continued →