Day: February 16, 2019

Update: I have added the official music video for the song “Mold”, below. A new band by the name of Sweatpants out of the Bakersfield, CA. are have returned with a new single “Mold” that sheds light on their new musical direction. It’s very difficult to paint a description to similar artists since this young group seems to be paving their own way with a unique touch. I think fans of mewithoutYou, Superheaven, Citizen, Nirvana, Alice in Chains, and The Raconteurs, would find something to appreciate in these guys.… Continued →

Long running SKA collective – The Israelites, have returned with a new full length effort named “Restoration”. You can pick this album up on any of the major digital stores and streaming sites. The album will be released soon on CD and Vinyl. More info can be found below.… Continued →

Last year, Jen Ledger (drummer for Skillet) released her debut solo EP, “Ledger” (see my review HERE). At that time, she really seemed to be right on the fence of electronic/pop and rock. Just yesterday, she released a new song titled “Completely” and to me, this one sounds like she’s really moved over to the CCM/poppy side of things. It’s a beautiful, worshipful (is that a word?) tune, celebrating the love of God. Check out the song below and you can also see the story behind it HERE.… Continued →

I’m beyond thrilled to announce the release of the new Slow Coming Day album “1000 Years (Like a Day)” which is available worldwide via all Digital Networks and streaming sites. Please consider purchasing a copy and if you stream on Spotify, add it to your playlists. Help us spread the word about this amazing new album. You can also buy on Bandcamp here or on CD from IVM here. I hope to have CDs by first week of March, I am just waiting on a few more orders in the store to cover costs of manufacturing these.… Continued →

Check out this great post-hardcore/rock band Rooted in Dust, from New York state. This band just released their debut ep titled “Like Fire Like Water” through all digital networks and streaming sites. This unique blend of post-hardcore, hard rock, and worship really shows potential for how far these guys can go in the future. The diverse sound would appeal to fans of: Attalus, Incubus, DENS, King’s Kaleidoscope, Sent by Ravens, Thursday, The Prayer Chain, Texas is the Reason, Stavesacre, and Manchester Orchestra.… Continued →

Stranger Kings which features an assortment of legendary music makers, has just released a remix release of their “Red” album and it’s available below via name your price bandcamp. The group’s new album will be out March 2019. You can still get tickets to their album release show at House Of Blues of Anaheim, CA. on March 2nd.… Continued →

Indie pop singer – Hollyn, has just released her new music video for the track “Good Times”. Check it out below.… Continued →

I’d like to introduce all our readers to the new sounds of “Tosti”. David Tosti of Pax217 fame has embarked on a solo outing as singer/songwriter but it’s not what you think. Give it a listen below or an all digital networks. The song is titled “Where”.… Continued →

As The Story Grows podcast has just finished up a cool new podcast interview with one of Spirit-Filled Hardcore’s earliest front men, Jeff Jacquay (of Unashamed). Get a little back story on the scene and where he is at today. Check it out right here.… Continued →

In honor of Valentine’s Day this past Thursday, the hardcore-punk band 2Minute Minorn released new music via Bandcamp here. Take a listen to the 2 new tracks (One is a cover, ‘Rock n’ Roll Victim’) on bandcamp (below) or your favorite streaming service.… Continued →

Jenny & Tyler release new music video for their love song “I’m Gonna Love You To The End”. It’s a beautiful song and would make the perfect addition for any couple as a tune to share. If any of these current singer/songwriter duo’s that deserve a certain level of break out success it’s Jenny & Tyler. They write great music worthy of praise and admiration.… Continued →

The independent rock act known as “Spoken” with long time vocalist, Matt Baird, have just launched a GoFundMe campaign to help with the new album process for what they are working on. You’ll get a new unreleased song and poster for contributing. Who is excited for new Spoken?… Continued →

SMLXL Vinyl are back with a couple of cool anniversary vinyl pressings. You can now order Switchfoot “New Way to Be Human” right here and Jars Of Clay “If I Left the Zoo” right here. Free Shipping on orders over $55!… Continued →

Darkwater are back with a new album titled “Human” which will hit the streets on March 1st through Ulterium Records. Check out the fantastic new prog-heavy song “A New Beginning” by Darkwater, below. Pre-order right here on Vinyl or CD.… Continued →

Reggae musicinaries – Christafari, have release a new music video for their song “Two Harbors”. Check out the music video below and visit them on the web here.… Continued →

Rock

• Adelaide – Strong and Brave 
• Brady Novotny – Passions Collide [Single]
• Copeland – Blushing
• DaysEye – Victory [EP]
• Death Therapy – My Defiance [Single]
• Gold, Frankincense, & Myrrh – Give Me a Sign [Single]
• Holy Blood – Voice of Blood
• Ian Yates – Deconstruction [Single]
• LEDGER – Completely [Single]
• Peter118 – Waiting [Single]
• Rooted In Dust – Like Fire Like Water [EP]
• Slow Coming Day – 1000 Years (Like a Day) 
• 2 Minute Minor – Conflict Machine [Single]

Pop

• Branan Murphy – Skin [Single]
• The Bright Expression – Monochrome [Single]
• Caleb Taylor – Wanna Do [Single]
• Citizens – Out of Sight [Single]
• Cole McElheran – New Perspective [Single]
• Emily Brimlow – Spiritual War [Single]
• Jake James – In View [Single]
• Joseph O’brien – The Average [Single]
• Kevin Ward – He Loves [Single]
• Neon Feather – Come To Life [Single]
• Ray Ervin – Fly Away [Single]
• Sajan Nauriyal – Glow (Cade Legat Remix) [Single]
• Stars Go Dim – It’s Gonna Get Better [Single]

Hip Hop

• 1K Phew – What’s Understood [EP]
• Adrian King – Rhetorical [Single]
• adriansings – NO MORE BIRTHDAYS [EP]
• Aldre – I Vow [Single]
• ASAP Preach x Mike Maranatha – Iron Sharpens Iron [EP]
• Beleaf – Comp Us [Single]
• CJ King – Melanin Monroe [Single]
• CS LIT – CS Drip [Single]
• DIE-REK – Praises of Men [Single]
• Erica Mason – Talks with Loneliness [Single]
• E-Surv – #Fear
• GAWVI – Hope You Say [Single]
• I Project – G O D I S G O O D [Single]
• IMRSQD – Solay [Single]
• International Show – Can’t Feel No Way [Single]
• JesusGang – Were You There?

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