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Recently, I discovered The Ongoing Concept. Ok, well I had heard of them before, just was never interested. I downloaded the Son of Screamfest 2016 compilation and heard “Prisoner”. I followed up with listening to “Cover Girl”, “Failures and Fakes” and “Saloon”. I did a little more research, and discovered something. It seems that Brothers Kyle and Parker Scholz and friend TJ Nicholz seem to have left the band. Leaving Dawson Scholz, the remaining brother, the main member. There was no mention of the members departure at all, but there were several pictures with another lineup.… Continued →

For All Eternity, the Christian melodic metalcore band, has started to work on the demos for their third album. After the release of Metanoia, the band hit the ground running. Scoring high in the charts, the album hit 23 in Billboard Christian Albums and 21 in Billboard’s Top Heatseekers Albums. The band teased the recording of demos on November 15, 2016. The band is currently signed to Facedown Records. Here’s a podcast episode Shane Carroll (Vocals) did with As The Story Grows.… Continued →

The Blamed have begun writing their new EP. This will be the first official new release since 2002. The band has taken a turn back towards more old school punk/thrash sound as found on their early albums. It’s much welcomed in this scene of jaded cynicism and a certain sort of safe complacency. Bring back the hard charging passionate songs of years past! This season is ripe for change. The band recently played Take Hold Fest and a show with Project 86 last night. The band features Wiley Willis (Vocals), Bryan Gray (Guitars), Sid Duffour (Bass), and Jim Chaffin (Drums).… Continued →

TRAMPS the band featuring ex-members of The Wedding and The Overseer have released their debut ep. Filled to the brim with passionate, honest, and heart on the sleeve rock n’ roll. To put it lightly, I’m more than impressed with this debut and feel that it’s one of the strongest debut releases of 2016. There is just something that reeks of pure honesty when listening to these songs. Featuring a slight “punk rock” edge while staying true to straight up dyed in the wool rock n’ roll.… Continued →

Independent indie rock act Come Wind have released a brand new song titled “Upright”. Listen to the song below or an your favorite streaming site. Also don’t forget to check out their last album “Move In” which is available on Vinyl/CD from the band right here. … Continued →

for KING & COUNTRY just released “Into the Silent Night” featuring the original “Glorious” as well some new takes on Christmas classics. Buy here on iTunes. Local So Cal fans can catch the band on December 16th at the Honda Center with Lauren Daigle… Continued →

Blood and Ink Records have released their 2016 sampler via Bandcamp which you can listen to below. Also check out the tracklisting at the bottom of this post. … Continued →

Josh Garrels has released a song titled “Gloria” from his upcoming Christmas songs record “The Light Came Down” which will be released next week on November 24th. Available for pre-order on both iTunes and in his store here. … Continued →

Facedown Records has announced something incredible cool called “Facedown LTD.” which is a subscription based vinyl plan. There are 12 Vinyl Records available from Comeback Kid, xLookingForwardx, War of Ages (2), For Today, Gideon, Sleeping Giant, xDeathstarx, A Plea for Purging, Hands, xDisciplex AD, and Figure Four. Keep in mind that these are rare and limited to just 250 of each album. Some of these haven’t been pressed to vinyl before and the others will be rare collectors items in a few years. The price is $190 for all 12 Vinyl in a bundle (shipped at different times with last shipment in March 2017).… Continued →

I was browsing iTunes this morning and found a sweet pre-order from the band Phinehas for their upcoming ep “Fight Through The Night” (available December 16th). You can even listen to the samples on iTunes. It appears to be an “acoustic” release with the band backing up Sean’s strong hit worthy voice (if any guy is made for radio, it’s him). One song “Book of Names” features Garrett Russell of Silent Planet. This Ep follows the same feel as their 2013 “The Bridge Between” Ep. It appears that this will be an independent release as the label says “Phinehas LLC”.… Continued →

The So. Cal. rockabilly band – The Altar Billies, release “Long, Long Road” available now from CD Baby. Look for the album on all digital networks soon. … Continued →

August Burns Red over the years have become notorious for releasing Christmas Metal songs.This years happens to be “What Child Is This (Greensleeves)”. Go listen to the song at Alternative Press. Or go purchase it here. “This song has a bit of a black metal flavor, but takes a turn in the middle,” guitarist JB Brubaker says. “We always have fun writing and recording the holiday songs and we hope you like it too.” The band is going to embark on their album Messengers 10th year anniversary tour.… Continued →

Rocky Loves Emily have released their newest album “Miserable Love” to your favorite digital music outlets. Miserable Love was originally released for purchase on CD through the band’s website last June, but now you can purchase or stream the album on digital music services like iTunes and Spotify. The album is the result the band’s crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo in late 2014 after the band announced their departure from their label, Tooth & Nail Records.… Continued →

Check below for a list of new music that release this week. Are there any that you will be listening to? Did we miss something? Leave a comment and let us know.… Continued →

Elgibbor, an Unblack metal project, started back in 1999. The founder, Jarek Pozarycki a.k.a. Fire, has played in several bands, most notably Frost Like Ashes. Elgibbor released 5 demos, 3 EPs (two splits), and 12 studio albums. On November 17, 2016, Fire put out a statement claiming the new album, entitled The Roots of Blood will be released on CD. The CD will be released through Visions of God Records. Fire is clearly musically prolific. Considering he released Revenger of Blood and The Roots of Blood 6 months apart.… Continued →

Advent announced they are releasing their third album, Pain and Suffering, on January 27, 2017. The album is being released through Bridge 9 Records, home to Agnostic Front, Sick of it All, and New Found Glory. The band has been back for over a year now, you might even call this a “Revival“. Get ready for the pre-orders and such!… Continued →

There are just 2 days left to get your hands on a brand new Slick Shoes tshirt and zippered hoodie. Merch available in 3 different colors and multiples sizes up to 3XL. Printed on Gildan. In addition to the Slick Shoes, Dogwood, Hangnail, and Craig’s Brother merch, we also have 3 new Indie Vision Music designs with only a few days left as well. Look at all of our merch by clicking here. Please get those orders in early for delivery by Christmas. You can also find additional designs over in our StoreFrontier site.… Continued →

You can pick up the latest 7″ from So Cal. old school inspired punk rock band Infirmities right here. The release is titled “The Faith and the Fury”, available in 4 different colors and comes with a download card. Plus if you missed the news from earlier, the band has signed with Mystic Records which is a huge move for the band.… Continued →

Switchfoot and Relient K are currently on the “Looking For America Tour” currently and the band has just announced 5 more West Coast dates including a stop here in Orange County, CA. in January. View the poster/dates below. Ticket pre-sale info here. Plus, the band has also announced “Looking For Canada Tour” for our friends from up north.… Continued →

Evergreen, a worship project featuring former Attalus bassist John Amos, is nearing the final stretch on their Indiegogo Campaign which you can find here. The campaign perks are limited to digital and physical copies of the album, but don’t let that stop you from considering donating. You can also check out the band on Facebook.… Continued →

MrENC (the project of former Denison Marrs member, Eric Collins) has recently released a really great new full length titled “The Lesser Light” which is printed on extremely limited vinyl (60). Available here from New Granada Records. [Facebook] … Continued →

Brian McSweeney, former lead vocalist and songwriter for the alternative band Seven Day Jesus, has released a new “solo” record titled “As The Bluebird” which you can find over on NoiseTrade below. This collection of songs borders on the experimental and yet entices you into a somber relaxation. A definite “kick-back and watch the winter weather roll in type of record”. Definitely an enjoyable listen. Imagine Brian Wilson collaborating with Starflyer 59, Gotye and Radiohead then you might have an idea for the sounds. [Facebook] … Continued →

Local Orange County, CA. pop-punk act, A Bright Sky, has regrouped and will be working on new music. The band last released an ep titled “Reinventing Yourself” back in 2013. The band features former Forgotten Arrival lead vocalist Travis Aimer. … Continued →

Do you remember The Agony Scene? Signed originally with Solid State Records, many people thought of them as a Christian metal band. Which originally they were. They dropped that label and then signed to Century Media and later on Roadrunner. Anyways, the band broke up in 2008, but reunited in 2013. Since 2013, the band played a few shows in 2014 with Living Sacrifice, and Project 86. The band recently has put out a statement stating they are working on a new EP, their first release since Get Damned (what a title) in 2007.… Continued →

Demon Hunter has announced that they are going to release their 8th full-length album, Outlive, in March 2017. The band formed in 2000 with brothers Ryan and Don Clark and Jesse Sprinkle on drums. The band then added on Jon Dunn and Kris McCaddon (ex-Embodyment, ex-The Famine) and the band progressed from there. The band’s current lineup consists of Ryan, Dunn, Guitarists Patrick Judge (The Showdown) and Jeremiah Scott (The Showdown, Destroy Destroy Destroy) and Drummer Timothy “Yogi” Watts (ex-The Lonely Hearts).… Continued →

Drive Thru Society, a female-fronted hard rock from Dallas, TX is back with a new EP. “Soteria” is the result of the band’s recent crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo. The EP was produced by Travis Wyrick, best known for his work with bands such as P.O.D., Pillar, and Disciple. Check out the EP on Spotify below and consider picking up the EP on iTunes or CD.… Continued →

Check out the music of SafeKept. Featuring singer-songwriter Miah Wagner (Formerly of The Great Transparency). The band has several releases available on their bandcamp page along with two “demos” of upcoming songs which can be heard below. Their new album “Modern Mortals” will be released early next year.… Continued →

Post-hardcore band Hopesfall have signed with Graphic Nature/Equal Vision Records. The band is reissuing their last 3 full length releases (The Satellite Years, A Types, Magnetic North) on Vinyl and a new album in 2017. Do we have any Hopesfall fans here?… Continued →

Phinehas are teasing us with a little video and a date of 11.18.16. What could it mean? … Continued →

Wisconsin-based pop group Loftland called it quits only to quickly reveal their new single under the name TENNIES. Check out Do What We Want, a track steeped in 80s analog synths and Justin Timberlake-esque vocals. You can find TENNIES on Facebook and other social media outlets. … Continued →