Author: Brandon J.

As The Showdown ramps up rehearsal and preparations for new music (?), they slowed it down a bit and did an impromptu cover of Dustin Kensrue’s song “Consider The Ravens” (‘Please Come Home’/2007). Check out the cover below. … Continued →

Check out Kansas based indie rock band Faintheart. You can now officially contribute to their new ep campaign right here on IndieGoGo. Check out the band’s recent song “Two Hearted” below. … Continued →

The band Your Memorial (Facedown Records) is calling it quits and they are holding a farewell show on November 11th in St. Paul, MN. at Amsterdam Hall with Hands and Everything in Slow Motion playing a double set. Check out the flyer below. Tickets on sale now! … Continued →

I’d like to take a moment and bring attention to a new show on HGTV called “Boise Boys” featuring Luke Caldwell (and his family) a name you might recognize as he led the band Esterlyn for more than a decade. He is now a part of this show along with his work partner, Clint Robertson. You can find out more info on their website here and hopefully HGTV will pick up the new show as a series regular soon. … Continued →

MAINFRAME, the new band residing in the Far East and playing a style of punk rock that would have fit in the 90’s/early 00’s is proud to present their debut single titled “Superstructure”. The song is up on the IVM Bandcamp now and it will be released to all Digital Networks through Indie Vision Music this Friday. The plan is to drop this single and follow it up soon with the release of the band’s debut Ep, digitally via Indie Vision Music. If you like what you hear from this new group make sure to like them on Facebook here and follow for the latest updates.… Continued →

Orange County, CA. based Alt Rock singer-songwriter David Di Maria, has released his brand new music video for the song “Apple of Your Eye” which you can watch below. … Continued →

Could a 7-10 Split “reunion” be in the works. Check out the rehearsal pic below and speculate with your thoughts. The band released a full length and ep on Screaming Giant and then 2 full lengths The Stars Have Fallen and Kill The Messenger on New School Records before calling it quits in 2005. … Continued →

Hey friends it’s that time again, time for another “list”. Feel free to offer up your big Laugh-Out-Louds and smirks for some “hits” I found appealing 10 years ago. A lot of stuff from that year was enjoyed by me, some I am rediscovering, and others were missed opportunities. Check out my “list” below and feel free to listen to the playlist I created on Spotify for this list found in the article. Remember kids, “some” of these releases may not have the best language so if you get queasy at the thought of dirty words from general market (do we still use the word ‘secular’?)… Continued →

Check out the brand new Christafari music video for their song “Backslider”. Warning, parental discretion should be advised. I just got my Vinyl LP a few weeks ago and it is a beautiful collection of reggae songs. The packaging, layout, and LP itself is an incredible package and superbly presented. Check out the album on Vinyl right here for $19.99 … Continued →

Wow, check out Shai Linne’s explosive new track, “Ichabod”, below. He also dropped another track “Random Thoughts 3” and “Supreme” (Feat. Beautiful Eulogy) a few days ago. Listen to all the tracks below. New album “Still Jesus” is out today. … Continued →

This is my only comment on “the tragedy of mental illness” and the passing of Chester Bennington of Linkin Park. Read below … Continued →

The O.C. Supertones are finishing up work on their final Live recording which will be called simply, “Live Vol. 2”. It was recorded and filmed at their final show on June 3rd 2017. There is also going to be a film to go along with it. It was a great show and a wonderful farewell to a band whose ministry has touched many across the globe. I am sure this recording and film will combine all the best elements of their final show and make it an unforgettable listening experience.… Continued →

Check out this ultra cool acoustic “cover” of the Dogwood classic “More Than Conquerors” done by punk rock musician Sef Idle. You can download this song and a ton of other great ones right here for free. … Continued →

Now accepting all major credit cards (via Stripe) and Paypal in our new webstore. Cassette Tapes on the way from DBD Tapes for the following bands: Light The Way, Mainsail, Available At The Counter, and At The Wayside. CDs now in stock from Mainsail, Light The Way, Available At The Counter, DENS, and American Arson! We have Stickers, Tshirts, and more. Plus, I am getting the Light The Way “Death Defeated” and Indie Vision Music “Anchor” design tshirts in stock this next week. Order all tshirts for only $12.50ea sizes Small-XL (Sizes XXL- XXXL $2 more).… Continued →

Check out the latest episode of The Broken Record Podcast for a discussion on the controversial topic of swearing in Christian music with Josh from Ravenhill and Kevin from New Release Today. This really cool podcast is run by Tim Hopkins from BrokenFM. Listen to the podcast here (or below). … Continued →

I want to encourage all of you to check out this new laid back indie rock/pop band called LOWERCASE committee. They are from Las Vegas, feature 3 brothers (and their friend on Drums), and would please fans of Walk The Moon, Two Door Cinema Club, Foster the People, and Coldplay. I’m loving their new song titled “I Know” that you can see the lyric video for below. The band was formerly known as Three Cord. You can also hear their beautiful take on the Coldplay song, “The Scientist” after the bump.… Continued →

Orion Walsh who has been making music solo since the release of “Tornado Lullabies” in 2008, will embark on a run of dates with another great solo artist, JM Lansdowne. JM Lansdowne also released his new full length via Paper + Plastick last week. Check out both artists via spotify below. … Continued →

Stephen Christian (Ex-Anberlin) has released an epic new anthem titled “Trust” that is rich in texture and a sonic powerhouse. This new wave influenced pop worship song is sure to make a fan out of anyone who loves Stephen’s unique one of a kind voice and lyrical boldness. I’d much rather listen to this new “Wildfires” album than the majority of stuff on Christian radio (sorry Christian radio CCM fans). Before you throw out the “cheesy” remarks or hipster dissatisfaction just realize that Stephen along with Anberlin, paved the way for so many bands to pick up their guitars, bass, and drums.… Continued →

In case you missed our earlier news… Fighting Jacks are back and their new album is now available on Bandcamp for pre-order. The new album will be available on all digital platforms starting 7/21/2017. The band is having their official release party show on 8/19/2017 at the SLG Art Boutiki in San Jose, Ca. All of the details are on our Facebook page. … Continued →

The brand new Available At The Counter CDs are done and will begin shipping at end of July along with the finished Tapes. Check out the IVM Store here and get your gear. Check out the unboxing videos below. I’m going to get some At The Wayside cds very soon and then they will be posted for sale. All tapes will be shipped to me by end of July. Thanks to DBD Tapes for getting those done. … Continued →

Orange County, CA. rockers PAX217 will be releasing a very special LIVE album soon. It will be a pay what you want type release so make sure you check this one out. … Continued →

Craig’s Brother have now passed the $1000 threshold to record 1 new song and are on the way towards raising enough for that 2nd song. Keep contributing friends and let’s push them to complete a whole new 5 song ep! I want to hear it bad, don’t you? Especially after the incredibly quality of their last full length release, “The Insidious Lie”. Let’s get this done. [Donate Link] … Continued →

Unteachers (featuring Stephen Sarro formerly of Tantrum of the Muse) has posted a video clip from their practice space of a new track titled “Cusp” and I think it sounds pretty cool. Check it out below. Make sure to check out their last releases over on bandcamp here. … Continued →

I’m shifting the focus in a heavier direction with this “Introducing” feature. You all need to check out the music of the new metalcore band called Five Year Winter out of the great state of PA. They just released their debut ep titled “God’s Last Gift” which you can take a listen to below. Fans of Living Sacrifice, ZAO, Unearth, Meshuggah, Bleeding Through, will find something to love about this new band. The ep is available in digital and on CD here. … Continued →

Today’s “introducing” feature is on an up and coming indie-pop/worship group by the name of “For All Seasons” out of my hometown area of Orange County, CA. They are on Centricity Music and have just released an excellent sounding new pop single titled “Higher” that you can take a listen to below. The single is now available on all digital networks and streaming online. [Facebook] … Continued →

I’d like to take a moment and introduce you readers to the talented sounds of female singer-songwriter Norelle K (ZAP Records). This gifted songstress just released her debut 3 song ep titled “Consider the Trees” through ZAP Records this week. Think of a cool combination of Bjork meets Alanis Morrisette meets Dolores O’Riordan (The Cranberries). Songs are spiritual in nature but not along the CCM lines. This is independent music meant to be enjoyed by the vast amount of masses regardless of personal taste.… Continued →

LOYALS (Ex-Skyhook) have signed to Tooth & Nail Records and will release their debut album soon. Today the band is revealing a new song teaser video for “Face” which you can listen to below. [Website] … Continued →

Melodic Punk Rock Legends – Craig’s Brother, have launched a new ep funding campaign through their website with some cool incentives to help them fund the recording and release of a brand new EP. Check out the video below and you can contribute right here. Please help the band out and let’s make this new music happen! … Continued →

Check out this very cool and unique lyric video from pop-punk band, Light The Way. The band shares their favorite records and Robert’s memorabilia collection. Check it out. You can purchase their new “Dude Lame: Deluxe Edition, Man!” 2 ep set on CD/Tape from IVM here. … Continued →

17 years ago I launched this website, mostly to crickets and little notice. I still remember launch year with the ad sponsorships, a few show sponsorships around Orange County/So Cal, and the online store that this website was based on. Yeah, in year 2000 IVM was just an online independent Christian Music Webstore with a focus on indie releases from a collection of artists/record labels across the globe. It was a meager, hobby based operation run all by myself from a room in my home. I did all the (embarrassing) website creation, order fulfillment, purchasing, etc in my off hours from the real job that paid the bills (real job still pays the bills).… Continued →