Author: Brandon J.

Do you ever sit and ponder why you’ve been hurt, the reasons, and seek a little relief from the trials? Well this song spells it out and in doing so, makes for a truly unique listen from start to finish. I am so impressed with these guys and glad they got back together. This is a song about hope, about answers, and a call to action. Get ready for TAKE to blast your stereo with their passionate, furious, and pure aggressive music. I’m telling you this is solid stuff.… Continued →

Steadfast Records has returned and with that comeback is the announcement that the first 2 releases by ZAO (before they signed with Solid State) have been re-released. That’s right kiddos, get “All Else Failed” (original version), and the ZAO/Outcast “Split” on all digital networks. Listen on Spotify below. Steadfast Records was the work of Matt Traxler, a member of legendary groups like Six Feet Deep, and Brandtson before those amazing bands broke up. My hope is for a Brandtson reunion. Can’t wait for the “Radiowaves and Other Gibberish” Compilation to get the re-release treatment … Continued →

Melodic punk/rock band, ForeverAtLast, are indeed working on NEW music. Get pumped folks because this is an insane band with tons of talent. They released their last album “Ghosts Again” through Victory Records back in 2015. … Continued →

Hip Hop artist Propaganda has released his heavy and intense new work of art titled “Crooked” which you can purchase/stream on all networks. Purchase on CD/Vinyl right here and download free from Humble Beast Records here. … Continued →

Press Release: Spoken word poet Chris Bernstorf has released a short-film, titled 152.42, which is centered around his poem of the same name. To coincide with the film’s release, Bernstorf has launched a handful of limited edition merch items, including books, lathe-cut vinyl and posters. … Continued →

The first Fleshkiller track has been unleashed on all (metal) listeners worldwide. Check out the song “Parallel Kingdom” below in a lyric video. You can also read the lyrics below the video. The band’s debut full length will be out September 15th on Facedown Records. Pre-Order some insane bundles right here. … Continued →

Nathan Johnson, guitarist for singer/songwriter Josh Wilson, has tragically lost his wife after she gave birth to their new child, a beautiful baby girl named Eilee. Josh Wilson has set up a GoFundMe page in honor of Nathan’s wife, to raise money for their family and help Nathan get through this terrible tragedy. Please consider giving to this campaign and please lift this family up in your prayers.… Continued →

I’d like to take a minute to announce that two bands I represent, Light The Way, and Mainsail, will both be playing at Joshua Fest July 28th – 30th. This is a smaller version of the regular festival put on every year in Quincy, CA. but it’s still a great time to be had. They are calling it Joshua Fest: 2017 Campfire Sessions. Admission is free and you only pay for camping. Light The Way will play that Friday night from 9-9:45pm. You don’t want to miss this!… Continued →

Personal post here. I just added a bunch of items to my current Ebay auctions with many more still to come. Check out what i’ve got right here… Continued →

A friend and fellow writer here at IVM, Stephen G. Young, has come up with the idea for a Spirit Filled Hardcore shirt. The shirts are being sold for $18 + $4 shipping. He has limited supply so order quick. Pics can be seen below of Wiley Willis (2Minute Minor/The Blamed/October Bird of Death) modeling the shirt, below. Contact Stephen on facebook here for purchase info.… Continued →

Americana/Country artists, Some Dark Hollow, have released their brand new music video for the song “Be The Man” which you can view below. This band features a few members of Overcome including Jason Stinson. … Continued →

I am excited to announce the release of a special NEW Indie Vision Music compilation titled “Punk Never Surrenders” due out in September. This will be an exclusive CD/Tape release (through the IVM store and at Uprise Fest) with digital distribution through all outlets. The band list is currently top secret and under wraps for a little bit until all the BIG ones can be locked in. Expect some special surprises, NEW SONGS, and a whole load of great independent talent. Speaking of IVM related activities, don’t miss out on the limited Cassette Tape releases of recent albums from Light The Way, Mainsail, At The Wayside, and soon, Available At The Counter (coming August 2017).… Continued →

Hey look who’s On the Cover of IVM! Is there a Secret Weapon of vinyl proportions in the works? Is it enough to give us a Panic, maybe get us up to that Ever Passing Moment? I certainly hope these guys aren’t Slowly Going the Way of the Buffalo because we could all use a heavy dose of a Punk Rawk Show in our lives. Now I certainly Heard That Sound and am assured that this is a Plan Within Plans and that Tomorrow is Another Day.… Continued →

Before Mattie Montgomery was the vocalist in FOR TODAY, he fronted Michigan’s BESIEGED. The band released a sole full-length effort, titled Atlantis, before Montgomery moved on to FOR TODAY. The album was released 10 years ago today, June 26, on Blood & Ink Records. In celebration, the band are releasing a remastered version of their song “INRI,” which is taken from Atlantis. The song was given a studio update by the band’s drummer, Josh Schroeder, who has produced albums for A Plea For Purging, For The Fallen Dreams and many others.… Continued →

Hardcore/Crust/Thrash Punk band, Anti-World System, have just released their new full length album titled “There’s A War” through Grrr Records. The band will be playing AudioFeed Festival next week so be sure to drop by and pick up one of their new CDs/merch. You can also purchase the digital files here.… Continued →

Americana/Folk Singer-Songwriters Jenny & Tyler have released their emotional new music video for the haunting and beautiful song “Walk With You” which you can watch, below. The song appears on the group’s 2015 release “Of This I’m Sure” … Continued →

The fantastic heavy music band, Brothers., will release a new music video for their song “Fire” next week. The band will also be playing Creation Festival along with a bunch of really cool other acts like our friends in DENS. Check out a teaser for “Fire”, below. … Continued →

Metal band, Fleshkiller, have in fact joined Facedown Records for the North American release of their debut album “Awaken”. The band features members of Extol and The Burial. First single and pre-orders launch on June 30th via Facedown Records. … Continued →

Our very own Mason Beard has released a new compilation titled “Metal From The Dragon Vol. 1” which features 32 tracks from a variety of Christian heavy music acts. You can get it for a name your price download right here. Listen below. … Continued →

A brand new community driven Record Label and Distro has launched. They are called New Breed Collective and are located on the east coast. You can find their first release here and expect a steady stream of great music to come. You will discover some awesome new bands this year through New Breed Collective. Follow on Facebook here and Instagram.… Continued →

Rock band,Xd Out, have released their brand new effort titled “Better Day”. The album is available on all digital networks. … Continued →

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 →

Post hardcore/melodic hardcore act Naturalist will release a new album titled “Everything in Rotation” on July 21st through Third String Records. Check out the new single “Dwell”, below. [Thanks Evan for the news] … Continued →

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. … Continued →

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 →

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. … Continued →

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 →

Come & Live artists, DENS, will be playing Creation Fest on June 29th and AudioFeed Fest on July 2nd. We have a limited amount of their CDs in our webstore. Check out their music video for “Hopebringer” below and get ready for new music that the band is currently writing. … Continued →

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 →

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 →