Author: Brandon J.

I am 44 years old living in Orange County, CA. with my wife and 2 children (+1 adult son). I enjoy living a life for God, Family, passionate music, the ocean, the mountains, gardening, and working in the Machining industry. Kauai is my special place. I founded this site in July of 2000 and love the community we have here.

June 20, 2017

BioGenesis - Brood of Vipers

BioGenesis are very excited to announce their latest single ‘Brood of Vipers’ off the new album ‘A Decadence Divine’ which was produced by Kruse FX. ‘Brood of Vipers’ tells the tragic story of the Salem witch trails and the hypocrisy that went along with those early Salem witch hunts.
The new album ‘A Decadence Divine’ was just released on May 26, 2017 and has been getting great reviews from critics and fans alike. The album is available in physical and digital formats at all of your favorite retailers or pick up a copy here today and get a free BioGenesis limited edition guitar pick.… Continued →

Servants - Valleys

A band we talked about a ton back in the old days of IVM named Servants, will release their crushing new aggressive set of melodic hardcore songs titled “Finding My Hope” on July 7th. “Finding My Hope” will feature 4 brand new tracks and will release both digitally and on physical media. Listen to the new single “Valleys”, below. Fans of Means, Shai Hullud, Strongarm, Life In Your Way, and Hundredth will enjoy this new release.
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Roadside Monument Reunite and Play Recent Show

Critically acclaimed 90’s Post Hardcore act, Roadside Monument, recently reunited and played a show in Seattle. The band is playing music again which should definitely excite long time fans and energize those new fans that have just discovered the band through digital music outlets. Check out this article on NPR Music about the band’s recent reunion and read up on more history as well as where the band is heading. Check out their Facebook page and make sure to “like” it. [Photo courtesy of Chris Bowden]… Continued →

Introducing: Gaffer Project

Another band to introduce our readers is Gaffer Project from the great state of Virginia. The band plays a brilliant blend of Post Hardcore and even a bit of a Screamo aesthetic that would please fans of Roadside Monument, mewithoutYou, Hundredth, and At The Drive In. Check out their music below and make sure to catch a show of theirs.
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Light The Way CDs, Tapes, and Other News From IVM

I am pleased to announce that I just received a large shipment of Light The Way CDs, fresh from the factory. This CD is titled “Dude, Lame: Deluxe Edition, Man!”. It features both Eps “Grace” and “Dude, Lame” in their entirety all one on disc. Included are lyrics and full digipak packaging. Get yours for only $5 today in the IVM Store here. I also now have stock on DENS and American Arson. I am awaiting a shipment of Mainsail CDs and as soon as they are here the “preorder” link will disappear and then they’ll all start shipping.… Continued →

Introducing: Available at the Counter (Pop Punk from Australia)

I’d like to take a moment and introduce you to an amazing Pop-Punk act from the great country of Australia called “Available at the Counter“. The band features hard hitting melodic pop punk with an aggressive edge, sure to bring back those nostalgic feelings of the past while wrapping your head around the current music scene. You can check out their music via bandcamp here or listen below. The band currently has two full lengths and an ep available. Their latest full length “A World of Second Chances” is released in February of this year.… Continued →

Michael W. Stand Releases Brand New 3 Song Ep Through Thumper Punk

June 13, 2017, Santa Cruz, California. Thumper Punk Records is thrilled to announce the release of Michael W. Stand’s contribution to the 3 Song Acoustic EP series. Michael W. Stand is a pioneer in gospel music, with a distinguished career that spans several decades and multiple genres. Founded in the early 1980s, his band The Altar Boys developed a worldwide following as they boldly expressed their faith over Orange County style punk and alternative rock. In the 1990s, his band Clash of Symbols stood at the forefront of hard hitting rock, with catchy and accessible pop melodies.… Continued →

June 10, 2017

June 7, 2017

Indie Vision Music Launches Webstore

Indie Vision Music has launched a brand new webstore which you can view at the link. Lots of stuff on the way and being planned for this year. Everything (minus the tapes and Tshirts) will begin shipping June 30th. I have the DENS CDs now and will be getting CDs from Mainsail, American Arson, Light The Way, At The Wayside, and 2Minute Minor tapes in a few weeks. I also just got all the stickers and buttons. If enough people order the tshirts, I will get them made in a timely manner.… Continued →

June 6, 2017

Farewell to The O.C. Supertones 

The show this past Saturday night was an incredible experience. It was bittersweet in the fact that they put on a fantastic, entertaining, and emotional show while at the same time effectively ending their more than two decade career as a band. So many memories are rolled up into this band for me and I’ll be forever thankful for the music & ministry of this mighty Ska band. I wrote a deeply personal account of my experience and love for this band on the IVM Instagram page.… Continued →

June 1, 2017

Light The Way - So Stoked

Light The Way presents their new lyric video for “So Stoked”. Check it out below. I will have CDs of “Dude, Lame: Deluxe Edition, Man!” (Both Eps on one cd) very soon in the new IVM Webstore. I have some stickers up momentarily as I prepare to have new merch added. Get this, I am going to have TAPES made of both “Dude, Lame: Deluxe Edition, Man” and At The Wayside “The Breakdown and The Fall”, done all punk rock diy style by DBD Tapes.… Continued →

LeAnder Frontman Writes New 3 Song Ep in Honor of His Upcoming Wedding and You Can Listen to the Stream Right Here

Nashville, TN – – LeAnder frontman is stoked to get married! In anticipation for the wedding date (June 24, 2017!), Scott Anderle released a 3 song EP that chronicles the couple’s relationship. Each track is produced by different one of Scott’s close friends who helped him create this EP as a wedding gift. Although Scott takes the energy of screaming and distorted guitars down, Ampersand definitely does not lack in heart.The first track, Bryana is suitably named as it is a forward song engaging the listener to the story of how they met with an intimate final verse where he asks her to be his girlfriend.… Continued →

May 27, 2017

Cool Hand Luke Campaign...34 Hours to Go and Stretch Goals!

There is just 34 hours left to go as of this post on the Cool Hand Luke kickstarter campaign. Even though they are 100% funded, there is still time to order (double) vinyl, CDs, and other merch plus he has put up “stretch goals” which include stuff like getting CHL to make a video for the song “Taking Chances” and a special Vinyl pressing of either “Wake Up O Sleeper” or “Of Man”, both of which would be incredible. Consider contributing today.
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May 26, 2017

John Tibbs Launches Crowd Funding Campaign for New Album "Heartland"

Roots Rock/Americana singer-songriter John Tibbs, has just launched a crowd funding campaign for his new album titled “Heartland”. You can find the campaign right here. RIYL Drew Holcomb, John Mellencamp, Tom Petty, and Bruce Springsteen. This stuff sounds really good and I think a lot of our readers will find something to appreciate. Listen to the new single below (via YouTube and Spotify).
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Introducing: Ben Knight

After years of touring in the pop punk band Ace High and the hard rock band Noiseunion Ben Knight decided he wanted dive head first into the world of Nerdcore. While he takes the production, music and genre seriously, the lyrical content is that of an artist who is trying to bring some levity to the world of Hip Hop. After releasing two singles late last year he’s back with his new EP “I Don’t Wanna Be A gryffindor”. If you love artists like KJ-52, MC Lars, MC Chris, Mega Ran, Optimus Rhyme and MC Frontalot, then you should give his stuff a listen.… Continued →

At The Wayside "The Breakdown and The Fall" Now Available on All Digital Networks

Hey friends, just wanted to drop you a line about the new At The Wayside album “The Breakdown and The Fall” that is now available on all digital networks. You can find the release on iTunes/Apple Music, Google Play, Amazon, Bandcamp, Spotify, and more. Just search your preferred digital network and you’ll see it. This 12 track powerhouse of a punk rock album is packed full of memorable choruses, energetic breakdowns, and soft ballads that’ll make you weepy eyed. It’s the perfect mix and the diverse range of styles found on this record is sure to win over fans across the globe.… Continued →

May 24, 2017

Giving Back Wednesday: YoungLives

I feel the needs to start a new feature here on IVM that spotlights different organizations that I feel are worthy of attention. I will try and make a post weekly but it may turn into a biweekly feature. Please click here to read the story behind YoungLives and our experience dealing with this deeply personal issue.

May 23, 2017

More eBay Goodies + Rare Sealed Indie Vision Music CD Lots

I’m still chugging away at selling my collection on Ebay. I’ve got so many CDs to list but I can only do so much each day. I recently added a few different lots/albums today including 2 rare lots of Quick and the Dead CDs and an Indie Vision Music 6 CD Super Lot. I put “15” available of each of these two lots but I have plenty more still sealed in boxes. There is also stuff up from Man Alive, Huntingtons, Ghoti Hook, Juliana Theory, Further Seems Forever, Fold Zandura, Dimestore Prophets, Quayle/Spud Puddle, Watashi Wa, Gameface, Starflyer 59, Four Year Strong, Farside, and tons of Dogwood releases!… Continued →

We Are Messengers - Point To You

This is a dark time for our world and we need Jesus now more than ever. I pray for the families and those affected by this horrible tragedy in Manchester, UK last night. Our hearts are with you. If you’re looking for inspiration and are seeking answers, look to Jesus and the word of God. I hope this new music video from We Are Messengers will give you some peace and rest from your worries.
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May 20, 2017

Jesusfreakhideout.com Streams Entire New At The Wayside Album

That’s right friends, you can now listen to the entire new At The Wayside album “The Breakdown and The Fall” in advance of it’s release this coming May 26th right here on JesusFreakHideout.com. I am pretty excited about this release and feel that this is solid pop punk that fans across the globe can appreciate. You can preorder this record now on iTunes ($6.99 with 2 song instant download), Amazon, Google Play, and our Bandcamp page. Physical media coming soon. #PunkNeverDies… Continued →

May 18, 2017

CD Auctions on Ebay to Benefit Indie Vision Music

I have added a bunch of band tshirts, new band specific lots from artists like Dogwood, Forever Changed, Dashboard Confessional, Juliana Theory, Further Seems Forever, and so many more being added each day. There are quite a few “classics” to be found including sealed copies of Sagoh 24/7 first two (and only) releases (band featured members that went on to form Anberlin). Check the auctions out right here. I decided to bypass selling privately and put some stuff on Ebay. It’s easier this way and the best way to maximize earnings to hopefully put towards some IVM related activities in 2017/2018.… Continued →

Michael W Stand (Altar Boys) to Release 3 Song Acoustic Ep on Thumper Punk Records

As part of their “3 Song Acoustic Series”, Michael W Stand (Ex-Altar Boys/The Clash of Symbols/The Altar Billies) will release a very special 3 song acoustic set of songs through Thumper Punk Records. The release will be available on a very limited 7″ vinyl and digitally. The next two releases in the 3 song acoustic series will be by Mike Liberty (of the band True Liberty), and Lupe Gtrz (of The Lonely Revolts/Kings Kids). Pre-Order Michael W Stand “3 Song Acoustic Recording” on Vinyl here.… Continued →

May 17, 2017

May 15, 2017

At The Wayside - My Way To You (New Song Stream)

Indie Vision Music presents the brand new song “My Way To You” from Wisconsin based pop-punk band At The Wayside. The song will appear on the band’s upcoming album “The Breakdown and The Fall” due out May 26th on Indie Vision Music. Pre-order on bandcamp right here. All preorders on iTunes/Google Play include 2 songs and available for just $6.99. Preorders on iTunes and Google Play begin May 17th Continued →

May 12, 2017

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