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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 →

Last Friday, Shai Linne released his new album Still Jesus, which kicks off with the track “Random Thoughts 3.” The song addresses, in part, some of Shai’s concerns with Christian hip-hop, especially from the Reach Records collective. Ruslan, formerly of theBREAX and Dream Junkies, has made a response song entitled “Random Thoughts 4 (Shai Linne).” You can stream both of the songs below. … Continued →

NJ based rockers, Silent Culture, have released a new single called “7:30” for you to check out. Take a listen below and let us (and them!) know what you think! The song is available for download at https://silentculturemusic.bandcamp.com/track/7-30.… 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 →

Alternative & Rock

• Zahna – Underneath [Single]

Contemporary & Pop

• BONRAY – Turn My Eyes [Single]
• Calling Glory – You Keep On [Single]
• Manic Drive – Mic Drop [Single]
• Plumb – God Help Me [Single]
• Tori Paris – Perfect [EP]

Hard Rock & Metal

• To Speak Of Wolves – Dead In The Shadow

Hip Hop & Rap

• Beacon Light – I’m In It [Single]
• Corey Paul – Pipe Dreams [Single]
• Corey Wise – Focus!
• Erica Manson – Work It Out [Single]
• Flame – Body Cam [Single]
• J-Heir – Days Of Heaven [Single]
• Magic & Bird – JUDO [Single]
• Manafest – Stones
• Plain James – Trap Theology 2 (Deluxe Edition)
• Sho Baraka – The Narrative Vol.

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Sho Baraka has released a follow up EP to The Narrative, which was only released late last year. Pianos & Politics includes four new songs and two remixes and is available both on the Humble Beast website and iTunes. You can stream the EP in the Spotify player below. … 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 →

As We Ascend are filming a video for their current single “Tell Me”. They will also be playing the Alive Music & Outreach Festival this Friday.… Continued →

Little Image has released the second single off their upcoming album, “Musings”, which you can listen to below: … Continued →

White Collar Sideshow posted an announcement to Facebook this morning detailing their plans for the future including the departure of Phil/Herr Schwein and Tristen/The Leech, their new show/album Valley of the Skull, and a reunion show for T’s old band Uttermost.… Continued →

Times of Grace, the metalcore side project of Killswitch Engage, have begun working on their sophomore album. Jesse Leach, the vocalist of the project, has begun demoing vocals out for their next endeavor. Many people thought of Killswitch Engage as a Christian act, which it is not, but if fans of that band are looking for a more faith centered project, Times of Grace is your band. Go check out “Strength In Numbers” and the rest of the previous album, released through Roadrunner Records. https://www.instagram.com/p/BWs1HoTADAQ/… Continued →

Love & Death, the nu-metal band, have finally started working on new music. And just as I discovered that J.R. Bareis has left Islander, alongside the other two non-original members of Islander, they have begun guitar tracking with ex-Red, current Breaking Benjamin guitarist Jasen Rauch. The band currently consists of Brian Welch on vocals, J.R. on guitars and Dan Johnson on drums. Bassist Michael Valentine departed last year, without any official reason. Bareis and Rauch have begun recording guitars for the album. … Continued →

Lion of Judah is a Christian band from across the pond in Brighton, England. If you’d like a little more synth in your worship give these guys a shot. Check out the song “Buried At Sea” from their EP of the same name and their newest song “You Should Love Him” below.   … Continued →

Marshall Marshall is a duo consisting of a DJ from Chicago and a producer from Nashville who’ve teamed up to create indie electronic music. Their debut full length album “Lost // Found” released June 23, 2017 and you can find it on Apple Music and Spotify. Check out the single “Guiding Light” below.… Continued →

Coopertheband has released their long awaited follow up the Kings EP, Kingdoms. If you’re a fan of indie folk rock like Judah & The Lion check out the song “Undignified” from the new album below. Check out the rest of the album on Apple Music and Spotify.… Continued →

NEEDTOBREATHE has announced a new b-sides EP called “HARD CUTS: SONGS FROM THE H A R D L O V E SESSIONS” to be released on August 11, 2017. There will also be a deluxe version of H A R D L O V E released on vinyl that will include the HARD CUTS EP. You can listen to two of the new songs from the upcoming EP below on Spotify.… Continued →

Ilia is no more. But the good news is their former vocalist is still making music. Zahna is the new solo project from Suzy Martinez. If you’re a fan of female fronted rock like Lacey Sturm and Fireflight you will want to watch the lyric video for Zahna’s debut single “Underneath” 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 →

Alternative & Rock

• The Altar Boys – I Just Can’t Let Go [Single]
• Lifehouse – Greatest Hits
• NEEDTOBREATHE – Count On Me [Single]
• NEEDTOBREATHE – Waiting [Single]
• This Patch Of Sky – Belle Muerte [Single]
• 12 Stones – Picture Perfect

Contemporary & Pop

• Cody Carnes – What Freedom Fells Like [Single]
• Corey Voss – Canyons [Single]
• Jonny Diaz – Whole World (Radio Edit) [Single]
• Lovelite – Prophecy [Single]
• Matthew West – All In [Single]
• Nicole Nordeman – Dear Me [Single]

Folk & Singer/Songwriter

• Coopertheband – Kingdoms
• The Eagle Rock Gospel Singers – No Glory

Hip Hop & Rap

• Charles Goose – Sunshine [Single]
• Chris Howland – The Martyr [Single]
• Lathan Warlick – 2nd Time Around
• Reconcile – Ain’t No Way [Single]
• Uncle Reece – Healing (feat.

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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 →

To Live As Sons, the new spirit filled hardcore band from Pennsylvania, has announced a new track titled “Get the Horizon” being released on Friends Volume 3. The band consists of two former members of ZAO, original vocalist Eric Reeder and original bassist Mic Cox. The band has released an EP through ZAP Records, titled beaten.broken.alive. … 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 →