Author: Brandon J.

Indie Vision Music to release Vol. 5 in the "Fighting From The Ground Up" series on October 23rd 2026. This digital compilation will be available through all digital networks as well as on Bandcamp. Featuring a varied cast of talent and characters sure to bring a smile to any face with plenty of finger points to the stage, solo room moshing, and unforgettable bed stage diving. Expect new and recent music from Brave Days, Protect Your Heart, Light The Way, Pipe Bomb, Too Bad Eugene, Splitcast, Chase Tremaine, Gametime, Sower, Nobody's Uncle, Dire, Feeble Attempt, bloke., Sam's The Hero, Humble Kings, The Caballerials, Cold Streets, XIII Minutes, and so many more plus a special unreleased Slow Coming Day song. Will you join with us? Let's make this the biggest FREE IVM Compilation release ever! Send a song link, YouTube link, etc to: compilation @ indievisionmusic.com All our band friends, if you are reading this and you have a new song to contribute, send us an email!

This unique father and son duo known collectively as "Willis & Son", just released their debut self titled album back at the end of May. The project features Glenn Wiley Willis of October Bird of Death, 2Minute Minor, xRedlinex, and The Blamed alongside his father Mike Willis. Other family members and friends contributed to the recording and recording/production was handled by the very talented Captive Portal Studio. The album is a very low key, laid back collection of songs that serves up a sunny disposition and hopeful yearning. It's like the perfect soundtrack for summer and those nightly campfires set up upon a sandy, beachside locale. There is plenty to enjoy in these simple yet profound songs. Stories about love, hope, understanding, and seeking answers in the dark with a certain youthful exuberance not broken by the daily cynicism that takes hold of our little music scene at times. The joining of two generations through the road weary eyes of two like minded travelers seeking truth in a world gone dark. If you find yourself alone on a Friday night pondering life's many mysteries, looking for a little cheer to brighten your day, then kick on the debut record of Willis & Son and just smile. Download and listen: https://willisandson.bandcamp.com/

Sam's The Hero have just dropped their incredible brand new song titled "In The Absence of Applause" through Small Step Records and it's available through all digital networks. This song is filled with big choruses, loads of those classic pop-punk harmonies the scene has become world renowned for, and some of the most uplifting lyrics I've heard recently. It's really exciting to find a band like Sam's The Hero still carrying the flag of Christian pop punk, proudly presenting honest, hopeful, and outstanding songs in the midst of such profound darkness in our world. These guys are the perfect combination of classic sounds found in groups like Fenix Tx, Home Grown, Blink-182, Autopilot Off, Yellowcard, Olivia The Band, Sick of Change and the lyrical output of individuals and groups like Reese Roper (Five Iron Frenzy/Brave Saint Saturn), Josh Kemble (Dogwood), Ghoti Hook, Hangnail, Slick Shoes, Watashi Wa, early Plankeye etc. Just a plain great summer jam with a deep heart tugging anthem of nostalgia and grace. Highly recommended and a solid 5 out of 5 from Brandon Jones/IVM.

Extol have just announced the vinyl rerelease of thekr classic 2000 era full length record, "Synergy". The releases features the original artwork as well as new exclusive artwork created just for the vinyl release. Fully remastered and includes a bonus track - "Dilemma Inconceivable". You can preorder now with shipping to begin this fall. Full details below this post on our website.

The progressive-metal-math-sludge band UNTEACHERS who escape all conventional descriptions and standard genre labeling (except for my own labeling I slapped on for the purpose of this article and to give a hint of what you'll find upon listening). This band goes hard but not in the traditional metal approach with shrieking screaming and guttural bellowing bordering on the barf inducing, stomach churning variety. This is a no holds barred, face ripping, thick low end and beefy bass attack which adds this layered approach that brings together balance and fullness in sound. The vocals are on the higher end similar as to a Rush or Coheed and Cambria but not so much so that it becomes a distraction or a mimicked copy cat. This is super legit and the song is absolutely stunning from start to finish. It's like Rush, Coheed, and Failure joined together to form this somewhat rag tag assortment of superheroes maybe more akin to antiheroes? Anyway, they are joined together and birthed a creation (in a lab people) in kindred spirits with Deftones, Hum, Finch, Saosin, Roadside Monument, and the mighty Hands to form the most complete experimental sounding band of all time and who surely won't be riding the coattails of anyone else like all the star players of today (you know who you are cough Milli Vanilli cough cough). Ok in all seriousness, you need to listen to UNTEACHERS and you need you press play on their song "Households of a Cosmic War" today because Brandon gives his two thumbs up and 5 star approval (out of 5), the highest rating reserved only for the best of the best, the numero uno, champions of absolute music perfection. So drop your plans for the day, swipe off what you're doing, put the hot latte on the table and pull up your favorite digital network then push your finger hard on that play button and blast it out of whatever speakers God blessed you with to let the world feel the pure power of UNTEACHERS. The band will release their brand new album titled "Under Bright Sadness" on October 16th 2026 via Rottweiler Records. I personally extend my own Indie Vision Music mark of approval upon this song and hope you'll enjoy it as much as I do. *All expressed opinions and wording within this article are the explicit opinions of Brandon Jones alone and do not represent the opinions or thoughts of anyone else. This was written without A.i. and all grammatical errors are Brandon's proud mistakes of his own making. To hell with the devil! To each his own. Party on Wayne. Put your knee in the dirt and bow to the God that holds your blood red destiny in the palm of his awesome hands..it's..your..choice! That is all. Carry on with the countdown.

The Blamed are proud to present "What if..." a 4 song collection of covers of classic songs originally by legends, The Crucified. That's right, two legends one epic 4 song collection being released through Thumper Punk Records. Featuring guest appearances from members of Living Sacrifice, Teeth For Eyes, Applehead, and Crucified. CD preorders are up now through Thumper Punk Records! ​

Craig's Brother return from their brief slumber to reclaim their throne as the kings of melodic skate punk and reestablish the ground rules for how to play punk rock effortlessly. Check out the band's "classic in the making" new track "Fair Weather Friends" below this post right here on Indie Vision Music and then go stream/buy the new 10 year anniversary Pizza Sessions compilation through Big Dog Recordings and White Russian Records, featuring Craig's Brother. You can stream this song (along with the others) over on your digital network of your choice or order hard copies here at this link. Song can be found below (at our website).

Poor Old Lu are launching a special campaign to help fund the re-release of their classic 1996 album, "A Picture of The 8th Wonder" On Vinyl (and CD). The album is being completely remixed and remastered and the campaign goes live right here on July 8th (click the link). Or visit 8thwonder.campaignerator.com It's hard to believe it's been 30 years since not only this album but also a wide range of what many would deem as "classics". 30 years ago I had just graduated high school and was booking small concerts in church basements and concert halls and now I'm staring at middle aged me at 48 and smirking at how I once viewed other 40 year olds in the music industry as out of touch. Funny how times change and the years pass us by. Let's all raise a glass to these long forgotten (but aptly remembered) classics and toast to our younger selves or for you kiddos discovering our ancient past toast to youthful exuberance and undying passions. Cheers! *We need Plankeye, Value Pac, Driver Eight, EDL, Six Feet Deep, Unashamed, Overcome, Bloodshed, more Focused, Black Eyed Sceva/Model Engine, Bloomsday, Insyderz, more OC Supertones, Squad 5-0, Hangnail, among many others etc. vinyl now!

North Carolina's own pop-punk band by the name of Splitcast are back with a killer new album out this year called "Day/Night" which is actually both of their new EPs put together on one complete album. These guys play fast, furious, sometimes metallic, and altogether poppy, punk rock music. Their lead off single on the album is called "2000's Pop Punk (Jimmy Ate The World)" and it's everything you love about this genre. Solid tongue in cheek lyrical mastery mixed with a heavy dose of nostalgia and reminiscing about youthful days of the past which if you're anything like me, seems like ages ago. These songs are so darn catchy and they go hard. I haven't been so impressed by a new punk rock album in quite a while (well I'm actually lying because new stuff from Super Sometimes, The Paradox, New Found Glory, Light The Way, Brave Days, Protect Your Heart, Jason Dunn, Nate Parrish, etc is just perfect summer tunes). The songs are filled to the brim with fast beats, positive and hopeful messaging, meaningful tunes about life, love, and fatherhood (When She Finds You). These guys kind of remind me of a a mix between American Hi-Fi, SR-71, Sugarcult, Ten Foot Pole, Chaser, Hawk Nelson, No Use for a Name, MUTE, and Millencolin. All the greatest guitar solos, fast punk drumming, slow ballads, and loads of harmonies. Even "Worthy of the Calling" has some heavy digging with some deep guttural screams. Splitcast are the biggest sounding band you've never heard. They have solid chops worthy of any major radio/streaming airplay and I hope we will be a seeing a lot more of them in the next year to come. Splitcast "Day/Night" out now on People of Punk Rock Records and I give it a solid 5 out 5! Catch the band at the Breaking Darkness Music Festival on August 1st!

Originally this post was going to be specifically about a new artist by the name of "Lionsaddle" that makes house/techno/EDM like music and has released 2 recent new (debut) singles but she just teamed up with another house/techno/edm artist making waves the past year, Rave Jesus. Lionsaddle featuring Rave Jesus just dropped "Ravens and Doves" and it is available through all digital networks and streaming sites. There are vocals on both of these projects and it sounds as good as anything else out there. Rave Jesus last released "I Met God on the Dancefloor" full length in 2025. Check out the songs from each of the artists, below

A new band on the rise by the name of Natural State just dropped their killer new single titled "Losing It" featuring Disciple and it's so dang catchy that I find myself streaming it over and over again. It's a great song and if you've never heard the band before, a perfect introduction. Check out the music video and song, below ​👇🏻

KingdomCore Presents the No Hope In Hell Tour featuring Heal The Hurt, Magdalene Rose, and Unbroken Reign. ​The tour spans 15 dates and is being put on by KingdomCore which will be the brand's very first tour they are putting together as "KingdomCore Presents". Read more below.

Light The Way return with a new song today titled "Steez Machines" and it's everything you love about this band and so much more! Go listen on your favorite digital network and check out the music video right here on our website, below! It has real heart, tongue in cheek humor, anthemic choruses, and the hope this band has been conveying since day 1. It's the perfect tasty morsel of pop punk fun built for the summer of 26'. Instead of growing cynical with age these guys get brighter, more passionate, and as bold as ever proving that age is more than just a number. So hop on that skateboard, ditch the time stamp, and ride off into the sunset because pop-punk and Light The Way will never die!! Light The Way 2026.

Pop punk powerhouse, Brave Days, have returned with a brand new 6 song EP titled ​"Crisis" and it's out now! Check out the title track below and be sure to these guys a solid listen.

This new Spoken in Tongues song, “Lethal” dropped a couple weeks ago and I just have to say that it is without a doubt one of the best songs the band has ever written. The music video is genius and reminds me a lot of something straight out of the 90’s – fun, absurd, and light hearted filled with such immense joy. The song itself is upbeat but still riddled with that raw guitar yet poppy edge and Billy Power’s unique vocal stylings that sets them apart from the rest.… Continued →

Too Bad Eugene’s now classic 2002 full length album “Moonlighting”, which released on Tooth & Nail Records, is getting the vinyl treatment via People of Punk Rock Records. It’s a pre-order but shipping this month! The band recently wrapped up recording for their 5th full length that’ll see a release soon. Click here to preorder Moonlighting.… Continued →

I’m super excited to announce that Watashi Wa are returning in a big way here in 2026. The band reunited back in 2022 with their last album “People Like People” on Tooth & Nail Records. While that album certainly had some good moments this new track is the band’s return to their classic sound from the “The Love of Life” and “Eager Seas” era. The band just announced they have signed with Lost in Ohio for the release of the new single “I Am”. The single drops next week on June 5th and it’s one you absolutely don’t want to sleep on.… Continued →

Ted Bond, founding member and the voice behind the mighty Craig’s Brother recently launched a kickstarter campaign to pick and record demos that will become the next CB record. He is staying very active with the process and posting numerous videos with live recordings and behind the scenes demos and lots more. Go check it out Right here. The direct link is here https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cbnewtunes/15-demos-you-choose-the-next-craigs-brother-songs (as of this writing the kickstarter has gone well beyond its original goal!). Speaking of CB, you can buy their entire catalog on vinyl and some on cd/tape over at People Of Punk Rock Records.… Continued →

*Originally posted on April Fools Day. Yes this was a joke and no, it’s not real* In what’s shaping up to be the news heard around the world right here at Indie Vision Music today, legendary punk band – Bad Religion, have collectively found Faith and accepted Jesus. The band announced on their secret 2nd social media account hidden on Truth Social that they have indeed found the Lord after years of wandering in the literal desert (it’s hot out there) searching for meaning beyond what just science can offer and that nature doesn’t always deliver.… Continued →

Too Bad Eugene just dropped their pretty rad cover of “Scattered” by Green Day a few days ago and it’s ripping up hearts and minds across the world in true Pop-Punk fashion, bringing back smiles and mid-90’s nostalgia. What goes better with war, destruction, and societal upheaval than a little Pop-Punk, Too Bad Eugene, and Green Day at their best during those 90’s years? You can find Too Bad Eugene “Scattered” on all digital networks now!! Last thing, this song appears on the epic 2 volume (8 Vinyl!)… Continued →

The world truly can’t have enough Haste The Day, in fact we need more of it and you’ll get just that on May 1st when their new album “Dissenter” drops through Solid State Records! The band have dropped a couple new singles in the past few weeks (sorry for missing the posts on these, my bad) and “Oblivion” that came out last Friday might just be the best one yet. Check out this emotionally engaging new song in absolute superb HTD fashion, below. Music video can be found below this post right here on IndieVisionMusic.com… Continued →

JCHC FEST 2026 is shaping up to be one heck of a huge live festival force in hardcore, punk, metal, and a little Pop-Punk as well. Something for everyone! My boys in Light The Way were just added to the lineup so this is a show you don’t want to miss! I’m sure there will be more surprises to come. While I rarely surface in the wild, think more of a Sasquatch, I do come alive with just the right moonlight. Ha! I do want to go though.… Continued →

Grace Graber has been rolling out a very solid amount of worship/ccm covers in her unique pop-punk stylings over the past few months. Today we get her cover of “Oceans” which a few years ago was literally EVERYWHERE but now Grace Graber has unleashed this now dated worship jingle from the depths of the sea and given it a pop-punk feel. The awesome new cover is available now wherever you find your music or by listening below.… Continued →

Protect Your Heart are on a literal roll with fantastic new material already this year! We’ve gotten “Losing My Mind” and “Run” so far in 2026 and now today they drop “Kings Rd”, an absolute fantastic, road tripping, an endearing so cal adoring new single. This perfect tribute to their beginnings and all that sums up their hometown appeal in the form of an easycore springtime anthem. Check out the music video for “Kings Rd” right here on IVM, below.… Continued →

Static Ultra have just returned after a short break to drop their comeback indie jam “Tie The Rope” which has that old school emo/pop-punk flavor blended with some post-hardcore sensibilities. This is the perfect song for spring time and the coming heat (for those of us on the West Coast, we’re feeling the HEAT right now!). Put on those headphones and jam this at full volume, you won’t be sorry you did! Check out “Tie The Rope” right here below.… Continued →

Officer Negative are back baby! The band just announced they will release a new 5 song EP titled “Fight” very soon. No word yet on what past era of the band this will sound most like but I’m strongly sensing old school punk action on this. Make sure to follow the band on their socials or at OfficerNegative.com They are also playing JCHC Fest which is returning again this year, on July 18th.… Continued →

Anberlin are heading out on tour with Emery and Watashi Wa for the celebration of 20 years of “Never Take Friendship Personal” which was their hit 2nd full length released in 2005 on Tooth & Nail Records. Some of you weren’t even born yet and the rest of us are old folks now, browsing the halls of a senior home eating Jello and sipping on ensure. Relive the golden years and check this tour out in a city near you. Flyer can be found below or you can visit any of the 3 bands above on social media for the exact dates, times, cities.… Continued →

The Dingees now classic debut full length “Armageddon Massive” has received the much sought after vinyl pressing by UnoriginalVinyl and Tooth & Nail and is available NOW in the Tooth & Nail webstore (Direct Store Link is www.toothandnailrecords.store). The Dingees featured members from Unashamed, OC Supertones, and a future member of just about every band known to man (seriously the amount of bands Mr. Ethan Luck has been in is pure insanity). This beautiful vinyl re-creation by the fine folks at UnoriginalVinyl has been a work in progress for a couple of years and it finally is here!… Continued →

Melodic Skate Punk band RELIANCE AZ are back and better than ever with their fiery and explosive, politically charged new anthem “Take Cover”. The song explores all the current events, political upheaval, and divisiveness through a modern lens of the hope and redemption found only in Christ Jesus. Peace through strength found not in any one Government but only in our Lord. “Take Cover” will bring the listener on a melodic punk journey with plenty of sing a long choruses, some brief rapping at the beginning, and even a hardcore breakdown.… Continued →

Ok so Small Step Record’s band COLD STREETS just released their brand new song “Over and Over” and it’s one of the best new tracks of 2026! It is so dang catchy, full of soaring melodies and anthemic choruses. It’s just one of those songs you’ll be singing to yourself over and over again (sorry had to do it). Pure 🔥 For context, this is a pop punkish/skate punk inspired track perfect for this incoming spring and summer days and fans of Millencolin, Rise Against, The Starting Line, Over It, MxPx, A Loss for Words, you know, like all the classics, will absolutely fall in love with this band.… Continued →