Author: Brandon J.

We are finishing up 2019 with a BANG! New release from The Blamed is out now, Mainframe “Ties That Bind” on November 9th, Inner 29 “Now and Again, Here” out November 22nd, Heart Like War “Thoughts On This” Ep out Nov/Dec, and the long awaited album from Names Without Numbers out in December. 5 Releases between October and December, that’s pure insanity but we made it happen (somehow). I have a strong passion for independent music and my heart rests with those bands striving to get their voices heard among the rubble of the rock n’ roll scene.… Continued →

I would like to thank long time reader and supporter MrM for giving me an idea for a news post. I’d like to take a minute and ask you all some questions. Since the site re-launch in November 2016 the site has gone through somewhat of a transformation namely a indie label and also other features site wise. Yes, I know the “Album Release Database” has all but disappeared but we do have other elements to keep you interested (I hope). My question to all of you is, What do you want to see more of here at IVM?… Continued →

Stephen Christian (Anberlin) announced on Twitter a few days ago that a new Anchor & Braille album is coming in Spring 2020! Who here appreciates the music of Anchor & Braille? Are you excited for this new album?… Continued →

Rottweiler Records bring us a new song from Forfeit Thee Untrue titled “Halo Crippled” in lyric video form. Check it out below. It really reminds me of a cross between System of a Down, Maylene & The Sons of Disaster, and newer Extol. This is a good thing because this is some heavy, groove oriented rock n’ roll to get behind.… Continued →

I am excited to finally announce the new release from Mainframe titled “Ties That Bind”. The ep features 7 brand new songs sure to stir up heart warming sentiment and a certain nostalgic yearning. This is the perfect release to incite love in your heart and get your voices singing loud in unison. If you’re looking for the next album to fill that emptiness and void that the painful, passing of years may have left you with, then let me introduce you to hopeful sounds of Mainframe.… Continued →

We are proud to present the brand new music video from At The Wayside for the killer track “Closer Than Close”. This track is featured on the band’s latest full length album “The Breakdown and The Fall” which is available now on all digital networks and on CD/Tape from Indie Vision Music. Purchase on CD/Tape here. Check out the awesome video below. Pop Punk for life… Continued →

The long awaited new album from midwest emo-pop-rock band – Names Without Numbers, will release in December via Indie Vision Music. There will be CDs and it’ll be available digitally wherever you find your music. First song stream to be posted here shortly. The album will feature several toe tappin’, heart warming, indie/emo songs that’ll captivate and leave you wanting more from this very talented band. There is even a cover of a well known female artist that many of you LOVE. What a tremendous way to wrap up on 2019!… Continued →

We present Slow Coming Day “All Things New”, the latest song off the new album “1000 Years (Like a Day)” available now from Indie Vision Music. Buy the album on CD right here or digital (bandcamp) here. Available through all digital networks and streaming sites. Video below.… Continued →

Spartan Records is proud to announce the first-ever vinyl release of Singularity, the third full-length release and major label debut from beloved Norfolk, VA alternative rock band Mae. The limited-edition, double vinyl set features three bonus tracks and is now available for pre-order on two stunning variants (‘Rainbow Splatter’ and ‘White with Cyan Haze’). Pre-order here. Read below for full vinyl news on this release including pressing info.… Continued →

Winona Avenue (Ex-Blank Pages) have just released their debut full length through all digital networks and streaming sites. You can purchase the album on CD from the band right here. (Album not available through digital networks yet but it is available on CD).… Continued →

Las Vegas, NV based hardcore band TAKE, have just released a brand new song titled “Cast Out”. Check out the song below and make sure to download/stream on your favorite digital network. Follow on facebook here.… Continued →

I am so excited for this record. The brand new full length album from The Blamed is out now! Go stream, download, and purchase on physical media. Let’s get The Blamed charting again, every stream and download counts this week so let your voices be heard. You can find the album on iTunes, Google Play, Amazon, Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, YouTube Music, and every network known to man. It’s even on international streaming sites if you are located in Country without one of the big networks listed above.… Continued →

Wolves At The Gate are heading out on tour in November and taking along for the ride – My Epic, Comrades, and Empty in what some (me) are dubbing “the tour of the century” to catch in person. You don’t want to miss out on this so get your tickets now. Full tour dates listed below this message.… Continued →

We Are Leo are back with a brand new song titled “Eyes On U” featuring Ryan Ellis via Dream Records. Song is available now wherever you download/stream music. Check out the track below.… Continued →

Matt Shelton formerly of Letter Kills, The Wedding, and his solo work IS BACK with brand new project titled Panther City Riots. Check out their debut song titled “Desire” below. Awesome band name a song full of new wave-like alt-pop ambiance. It’s like The Cure meets Blaq Audio meets Depeche Mode walking into a room with U2 and Head Automatica. Good stuff and I think a lot of people are going to dig this new sound/direction. Check out his kickstarter campaign to fund the new album.… Continued →

This was posted about a month ago but we forgot to let you readers know about it. The brand new song from The Choir titled “Mystical World” is out now through all digital networks and can be streamed by clicking below. It’s a great song and you’ll love it.… Continued →

Tomorrow, the day will have arrived for a new The Blamed album, “The Church Is Hurting People”. This full length record, the first in over a decade, will hit all digital stores and streaming sites via Indie Vision Music. Some of you west coast fans might just get lucky at 9pm PST tonight but shhhh, don’t tell anyone 😉 Bandcamp downloads will be released tonight as well so if you haven’t pre-ordered it yet, click here. You can also listen to the whole album right here.… Continued →

At The Wayside are back with a brand new music video for their song, “Closer Than Close”. Watch the teaser below and make sure to pick up their latest album “The Breakdown and the Fall” now on all digital networks. Full music video launches on October 25th!… Continued →

Head on over to our StoreFrontier page and pick up the latest merch from Inner 29, The Blamed, Must Build Jacuzzi, The Prettybads, Light The Way, Craig’s Brother, and all those tasty IVM designs. These make the perfect Christmas gifts. Available on Next Level Brand (Shirts/Tanks) and in Tshirts, Tanks, Hoodies, Long Sleeves, Sweatshirts, Kids Tees, etc. All purchases kick back a small portion toward IVM and help me keep the dream alive to be able to keep in operation mode. *Just a note, not all the shirts on that page are Next Level.… Continued →

According to various Slick Shoes members Instagram accounts, the band appears to be reuniting in a studio setting and laying down tracks for something? I’m hoping its a new Slick Shoes album because it is one of my most anticipated reunions and I think a new album would be most desired especially with Jackson back in the fold. What say you? Are you excited for more Slick Shoes recordings?… Continued →

Coopertheband has still been going strong and just released the final (acoustic) Ep from their David Project series. You can find the first two Eps “Kings” and “Kingdoms” on all digital markets. Check out more info on this Ep and the series, below.… Continued →

Spoken in Tongues are back with their second song titled “Fractures” off the upcoming album “The Nail That Sticks Up Will Be Hammered Down”. This is great stuff! Spoken in Tongues is the music project from Billy Power of Blenderhead and Chris Wible of Everdown. Pre-order their new album on Vinyl/CD right here and on cassette from Steadfast Records here.… Continued →

Those mysterious rockers known as Mainframe will return on November 9th with a new release titled “Ties That Bind” via Indie Vision Music. You can get a sneak peek at the cover below. The album will feature 5 new punk inspired rockers along with 2 unplugged songs. A new song will stream here shortly. This will be a digital release but if there is demand for a CD, I can do that as well. Follow the band on Facebook and Instagram @mainframepunk… Continued →

Check out the brand new music video for “SICK SAD WORLD” by Aussie pop-punk band – HOMESTATE. Full of passion and raging, melodic anthems set to conquer your hearts. These guys are the real deal and this is a band to keep a definite eye on moving forward. If you don’t know who they are or didn’t hear their past few releases as Available at the Counter then you are doing yourself a huge disservice. Get listening and add these guys to your playlists. Their new “Self Titled” Ep is out November 29th!… Continued →

Thanks to our friends at JesusFreakHideout, there is a very special full album stream of The Blamed new album “The Church is Hurting People” right here. The album is out October 18th digitally. The band is currently sending out physical merch to supporters as we speak and I’ll have some merch in the IVM webstore soon. Preorder digitally via Bandcamp right here.… Continued →

The very talented duo known as Mission House have just released their second single off the upcoming 7 song “Self Titled” project due out November 1st via Integrity Music. Lush arrangement with a moving and emotional core consisting of Taylor and Jess’s ethereal, heavenly voices is pure joy. Meant to inspire, leading one into a prayerful meditation and focus on pure worship, this group is certainly one to keep your eyes/ears on. I’ll post the first single below in addition to “I Don’t Have Much”.… Continued →

RED are back with a brand new Ep which includes a cover of the classic Fuel song “Hemorrhage (In My Hands)”. “The Evening Hate” Ep is out November 1st and first single “From the Ashes” heads to radio October 25th. Listen to the cover track, Read the full press release about the EP and upcoming tour dates with In Flames, below.… Continued →

Propaganda and Derek Minor have just released a new collaboration track with John Givez titled “Dope”. Check out the song below and prepare to get WOWED.… Continued →

Check out this cool remix of the For King & Country song, “Burn The Ships” by R3HAB. You can find the song below and it is available on all digital networks now. Catch the band on their U.S. Tour now (Dates Here).… Continued →

The tremendously talented pop-punk band HOMESTATE out of the great country of Australia, is back with a brand new song titled “Sick Sad World”. This band was formerly known as Available at the Counter which released their last album “A World of Second Chances” in 2017 via a distro tape/cd release from IVM. Check out this new song below. Music video for the song will premiere tomorrow via Don’t Bore Us.… Continued →