Author: Brandon J.

Relient K have revealed that special release they were teasing us with yesterday and that my friends is a new iTunes exclusive 3 song single titled “Truly Madly Deeply” in honor of Valentine’s Day. Check out the new music video for the pop-punk inspired track “Candy Hearts”, below. Reminds me of something off “Mmhmm”. Please visit their website here to find out more. … Continued →

Heavy metal band, The Showdown, have recently joined Instagram (@theshowdownmetal) and have been posting throwback pics for the past few weeks. Are they hinting at a possible “reunion” and end to their hiatus? Is it a vinyl reissue of “Temptation Come My Way” (2007) with bonus tracks? Vinyl reissue of “A Chorus of Obliteration”? Something else entirely? Drop your guesses below.… Continued →

Relient K have dropped a tease saying “MIDNIGHT” and a new band photo. Check it out below. Any ideas what this means? The band last released “Air For Free” in summer 2016 and “The Creepier Ep” back in October.… Continued →

All you fans of heavy, brutal, thick sounding HARDCORE will love this new band called “Earth Groans” out of South Dakota. They released their debut 5 song ep titled “Renovate” through all digital networks including Spotify and Apple Music, last August. Give this band a listen and be prepared to throw down in the pit with the best of them. [iTunes Link] Purchase the band’s merch including ts, hoodies, tanks, and CDs right here. … Continued →

Newly signed to Dream Records indie pop singer/songwriter Cameron James, releases inspirational new track titled “Beside You”. Check out the lyric video for this new song below and make sure to purchase it through any digital store you frequent. Fans of Elle Goulding, Rihanna, Florence and the Machine will dig this track. … Continued →

One of the forefathers of the Christian Alt-Rock movement, The Choir, are about to head out on a tour in support of the reissue of classic 1989 album “Wide Eyed Wonder”. The band released a “Circle Slide” Vinyl Reissue a year ago and now they have a new campaign through PledgeMusic for the vinyl/CD reissue of “Wide Eyed Wonder”. I highly encourage you to give this band a fair listen and support them because what they do is simply LEGENDARY!… Continued →

Check out the great new music video for “Change The World” from rising Hip Hop star, Derek Minor. The song is titled “Change The World” and it features Gotee artist “Hollyn”. Check out the music video below. Derek Minor’s new album “Reflection” is available now wherever fine music is sold. … Continued →

The band Hands first formed back in 2007, releasing a couple of “Demos” of which I was a strong supporter of. Their songs even appeared on a few of our early digital compilations. I followed Shane and his band’s work closely over the years following their formation from their first independent release, “The Everlasting Ep” (2008), to the incredible full length debut “The Sounds of Earth” (Oort Records/2009) to “Creator” (Facedown Records), “Give Me Rest” (Facedown Records” and finally after a much deserved break, their comeback single “New Heaven / New Earth” (2017/Facedown Records).… Continued →

As reported by ThePRP.com, ZAO will be releasing a special craft beer through Louisville, KY. brewery Against the Grain. This special blend of beer is being named “Burned at the Stake” and is taken from a lyric off their most recent album “The Well Intentioned Virus. Read more at the link above. [Thanks Stephen Young for the news submission]… Continued →

Light The Way’s interview with TheChristianRock20 from a few weeks back is now available for listening, below. Check it out and be sure to continue requesting their song “BRKN” at your local radio stations including BrokenFM. You can pick up the band’s Indie Vision Music debut “Grace” wherever fine digital music is sold and streamed. #PunkNeverDies … Continued →

As announced a few days ago, Aaron Sprinkle the alt-pop singer/songwriter, responsible for being in such bands as Poor Old Lu, Rose Blossom Punch, Fair, among many other guest appearances and appearances, will be releasing his brand new “solo” record titled “Real Life”. The mighty “guest” list for the record has been announced and can be viewed below. Pre-order the album on Vinyl/Digital here. Aaron Sprinkle is also an accomplished producer responsible for such huge recordings from groups like Anberlin, Acceptance, The Almost, Emery, Demon Hunter, MxPx, Blenderhead, Hawk Nelson, TFK, Capital Lights, and more recently: Acceptance and New Found Glory.… Continued →

Press Release: cash hollistah. wants listeners to take leap of faith & pursue your calling/purpose in life Midwest MC cash hollistah. (of the Die Daily Team) has announced plans to release a visual to his single “jump.” at halftime of Super Bowl LI this Sunday, February 5th. The video clip will debut on his website, cashhollistah.net, after the close of the 2nd quarter of the championship game. “jump.” was partly inspired by the viral video from game show host/comedian Steve Harvey, in which he gave an impromptu speech to his audience “Family Feud” about taking a leap of faith (“jumping”) when it comes to chasing after your calling/purpose in life.… Continued →

Shane O. and the band Hands are back with a brand new 2 song single titled “New Heaven / New Earth”. You can listen to the track “New Heaven” below. They are releasing this 2 song single in advance of their reunion set at Facedown Fest this May. Order this 2 song single on a limited 7″ vinyl along with some other merchandise from Facedown here. I just sent off an interview to Shane so we shall have answers to all those burning questions very soon.… Continued →

Jason Dunn (Ex-Hawk Nelson) has had a spiritual reawakening and with that comes news of a brand new “solo” song titled “Surrender All”. His deeply personal testimony and message for all those searching for meaning has been posted via Facebook of which you can read below. Check out the song “Surrender All” and comment below with your thoughts. … Continued →

Check out the official lyric video for “Black Waves” by the band Light The Way. Pick up a shirt or hoodie right here. “Grace Ep” available now on all digital networks through Indie Vision Music. … Continued →

The Classic Crime have titled their new album “How to Be Human” and have announced a tour in support with Matt & Toby and Civilian. More info right here. … Continued →

Names Without Numbers who recently reunited and have been playing shows has teased us all with a new sample clip of a song they are working on. This band has remained one of my favorites since I first put them on “I’m Your Biggest Fan Vol. 2” (Tooth & Nail) all the way back in 2002. This band is going to blow up big in 2017! Download their 2003 full length below via our Bandcamp page. Don’t forget to pick up some NWN merch here.… Continued →

Long running Punk-Ska-Rock band Five Iron Frenzy have teased us all with a little video hinting at new music to come in 2017. Is it an ep? Is it a full length? What could it be? Rumors are that SMLXL Vinyl are re-releasing the band’s entire back catalog on Vinyl this year. You can pre-order “Upbeats and Beatdowns”, the band’s first official full length release (1996) right here. … Continued →

Seth Davey (former vocalist/songwriter for Attalus) has launched a new website and publishing imprint titled “Fiction Forest”. Check it out here. Seth has written several recent Children’s books (I bought a few and gave one to my kid’s kindergarten teacher last year) and they are just wonderful stories filled with hope. The stories are all rooted firmly in Biblical principals and teach your children valuable life lessons. Speaking of Attalus, the band will be performing at “AURA Fest” in Savannah, Georgia on February 18th!… Continued →

ZAP Records and Thumper Punk Records are pleased to announce the joint release of The Old-timers final release Old Dogs New Tricks. Featuring one new track and a greatest hits sampling of favorites and rarities, Old Dogs New Tricks brings it all together in one place re-mastered by Sef Idle at Simpul Studio. The album documents The Old-timers journey from friends exchanging home recordings to full-fledged thrash band with a notable supporting cast. It also continues the band’s story – to reflect mankind’s journey from sinner to repentance to reconciliation through Jesus.… Continued →

We are proud to announce the brand new merch offering from Indie Vision Music band, Light The Way. You can order a tshirt, women’s tshirt, or zippered hoodie with the “Death Defeated” design right here. Available in 3 colors (Black, Navy Blue, or Maroon). This is a front/back design. Check out the pics below. Also be sure to support IVM and pick up one of our 3 new designs, only 9 days left! I am also excited to announced that the band’s lead single “BRKN” has entered heavy rotation on BrokenFM up in Northern California.… Continued →

The 2017 remaster of the now classic mostly unheard gem from metalcore band, Josiah, is now available on most digital networks. The album titled “Verona” was mastered with care and attention to detail by Seth of Simpul Studio. It’s louder, thicker, and beefier than ever. Vocals are brought front and center and it just sounds smoother than the 2004 version. I released this album 14 years ago on Indie Vision Music shortly before the label arm shut down due to a lack of motivation and funding.… Continued →

Light The Way “Grace” is now available through Indie Vision Music on all digital networks. [iTunes] [Amazon] [Google Play] [Spotify] plus tons of other networks. … Continued →

Indie Vision Music proudly presents a special live in studio session from Acoustic Punk singer/songwriter Sef Idle. Sef Idle’s brand new 3 song ep is out now! Make sure to pick up this great 3 song ep that Sef Idle and Thumper Punk Records have released right here on Vinyl. The Ep is also available for purchase on Bandcamp, and all other digital networks. … Continued →

Denver based melodic punk rock band, Pleading Guilty, have signed with Thumper Punk Records and the label will release their new album “Defacto” on February 15th (February 7th for CD sales). You gotta check these guys out, they have that classic 90’s inspired melodic punk sound that would please fans of NoFx, Pulley, Face to Face, and The Bouncing Souls. Check out their new song “Breaking Out” below. … Continued →

Check out 3 new merch offerings from Indie Vision Music and 1 from He Exists at this link here. All sales from the Indie Vision Music items on TeeBlaster will go towards printing some vinyl of bands I love. Consider supporting today by purchasing one of these items. I have to sell 10pcs of any one garment in order for it to become “profitable” on TeeBlaster. Let’s do this! All orders are printed and shipped at end of TeeBlaster campaign.… Continued →

Vocal tracking for the new Stavesacre record will begin tracking this Friday. This comeback record should definitely attract new fans and old fans alike, that’s my hope. It’s been over 10 years since the last full length and 8 years since any new recorded music has come from these seasoned veterans of rock music. My anticipation and expectations are high but I have a feeling this will be the record everyone is talking about come end of year. … Continued →

This is not music news but I think many of you will appreciate this post. Star Wars Episode 8 has now been titled “Star Wars: The Last Jedi“. The film hits theaters on December 15th 2017. Discuss among yourselves. Is “Jedi” plural? Hmmmm…..… Continued →

New Indie Vision Music band Light The Way have posted up their acoustic version of “Note To Self” which you can listen to and download below. The band’s debut ep “Grace” is available for preorder from iTunes, Amazon, and Google Play. “Grace” will release on January 26th through Indie Vision Music. … Continued →

The lineup and located of the 2017 version of Fishfest has been announced. Since Irvine Meadows is no more it looks like Transparent Productions has chosen a new location and that location is…. Honda Center in Anaheim, CA! As expected most of the lineup is CCM friendly but for families it is a great gathering place and tickets are fairly reasonable.… Continued →