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August 20, 2022
My wife recently showed me an emotional TikTok from a Nathan Sheridan which told of his story in the armed forces, getting married young, pursuing his dreams in music while sticking strong to his Faith in God. It featured this new song titled “Something Worth Singing About”. This excellent new song with a hopeful message firmly rooted Faith and love, is out now wherever you stream/download your music. It is also featured on this Indie Vision Music playlist right here. If you’re on TikTok, search up Nathan Sheridan and look for the recent video with most views.… Continued →
Craig's Brother "Terrible Slave" New Single September 1st
Craig’s Brother are returning with their 4th full length studio album, this time with People of Punk Rock Records and out this fall. The band are releasing another new single, titled “Terrible Slave” on September 1st! Pre-Orders and release date for the new album will be announced very soon so stay tuned. Another really great and highly anticipated melodic punk new release for 2022. This year is stacked so far with awesome music!… Continued →
Demon Hunter Release New Song "Godless" (Feat. Richie Faulkner)
Demon Hunter have released another powerful single and this one is titled “Godless”, featuring Richie Faulkner. Check out the song below and get ready for “Exile” out September 9th.… Continued →
Too Bad Eugene "Deconversion Story" Out Now
Too Bad Eugene have just released their new song “Deconversion Story” through all digital networks and streaming sites via People of Punk Rock Records. You can take a listen to this great song, below. This is the 4th song released from the band’s upcoming full length record “Distance” which is due to release on September 14th! This is shaping up to be the absolute must have melodic punk rock album of 2022! If you want to order on either Vinyl or CD, now is your chance.… Continued →
The Rocky Valentines "Off and On" Out Now
The Rocky Valentines which is the new project from Charlie Martin who just happens to be the son of Starflyer 59 legendary song maker – Jason Martin. The music influence and talents run rich through his blood and it is clearly evident on this first new song from the debut upcoming “Self Titled” EP due out September 2nd on Velvet Blue Music. Not only is the music great and extremely catchy but the vocals match that talent and the lush sounds radiate through your speakers with subtle intensity that will sway you.… Continued →
The Passing of Ted Kirkpatrick (Tourniquet) 1960-2022
It is with a heavy heart and coming seemingly from a never ending stream of bad news of late, that we report the passing of Ted Kirkpatrick who has become the face and man behind the legendary metal band – Tourniquet. Ted Kirkpatrick was a founding member of the long running band, drummer, songwriter, animal rights supporter, thinker, seeker, and a man of God. Ted passed from IPF, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis which is a rare and terminal lung disease. While it is certainly tragic especially amongst news of several other recent Christian musician deaths, we know that Ted has gone home to be with the Lord where he is jamming with Michael Bloodgood, Keith Green, Rich Mullins, Gene Eugene, Larry Norman, Kaleb Luebchow, and so many others gone too soon.… Continued →
August 19, 2022
Song of the Day: Braille - This Year
Rapper Braille (born Bryan Winchester) has been making hip-hop since at least 1998, first as a solo artist and then additionally as a member of Lightheaded (featured in an earlier Song of the Day), Acts 29, and most recently the worshipful project Beautiful Eulogy. The Portland-based rapper has released just under a dozen albums, including independent releases, a Japanese import, and a collaboration with Symbolyc One, not including his work in the aforementioned cyphers.
Although I’d heard of him through his association with Syntax Records, it was his 6th album Box of Rhymes where I was first introduced to his music.… Continued →
August 16, 2022
New Music: August 12, 2022
Rock & Metal
Pop & CMM
Electronic & EDM
Folk & Singer/Songwriter
Hip & R&B
- Bigg2timez – God Sent Baby
- Bumps Inf – Who Is Mark James? 3
- Drup – Peace
- Chris Elijah – Way in the World
- GOSPEL READY – Teachable
- Jonathan Solomon – attention.
- JusRzd – Summer Soulstice 2
- Lathan Warlick – Let’s Be Honest EP
- Reconcile – Light of the Trenches
- Relena-Rochelle – #Girlgang
- Tobe Nwigwe – moMINTS
- Zach G Wilson – BE STRONG AND OF GOOD COURAGE EP
- Adam Agee – He Is With You
- Isee Worship – Come Breathe EP
- ITOWN Worship – Power In The Presence EP
- Luke Wareham – Pure Heart EP
- Mac Powell – New Creation (Deluxe)
- LO Worship – Steady Light EP
- Resting Place – All for Love
- Rob Ray – The Twilight Gospel
August 13, 2022
Song of the Day: Side Walk Slam - I'll Be Waiting at the Southside Tracks
So yep, totally got to see this band live a week ago! They reformed as Run Kid Run before disbanding. I’m not sure how long the reunion will be or if it was just a one off, but I was happy nevertheless. And yes, that is the doxology in acapella at the end of the song.
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New Music: August 5, 2022
Rock & Metal
Pop & CCM
Electronic & EDM
Folk & Singer/Songwriter
Hip Hop & R&B
- ASAP Preach – The Innerview II
- Bigg2timez – God Sent
- Guidance!, JBthaPreacher, Petrina DeLacey – Real Life Is Fiction
- Hunterdrinkswater – A Week in Michigan EP
- Kouonthebeat – KOUSZNV2
- Meezilini Tha Messenger – Drillz & Deliverance: Living By The Sword
- Mike Teezy – Q&A EP
- Wes Harris, Sarah Nathalié – polaroids.
- Aaron Williams – The Hope of Christ (Live)
- Allie Paige – confession EP
- Brian Udechukwu – Going Back Simply
- CCV Music – Perspective
- Crafted Child – I: BRIGHTER BELIEVER
- FEARLESS BND – Hope St.
August 12, 2022
Song of the Day: Twotimer - I Forget
Pop-punk band Twotimer released 2 albums and then called it quits. Very little is known about the band, other than their recorded output. After a self-titled and self-released debut in 1998, the band signed to punk stalwarts Screaming Giant Records and issued See What Happens from Here in 2000. The album featured snot-nosed, yet melodic tunes that bordered on pop-punk and new school/skate punk, but with vocal harmonies. Recommended for fans of Side Walk Slam, Shorthanded, and early MxPX. “I Forget” is taken from the Screaming Giant full-length album.… Continued →
August 11, 2022
The Prayer Chain "Mercury" Now on All Digital Networks + Live in 2023
One of our music scene’s best kept secrets is the band The Prayer Chain. They released their final full length in 1995 to much critical acclaim but at the time I’m sure it slipped under everyone’s radars. Well that now “classic” album “Mercury”, is available once again via all digital networks and streaming sites. I’ll be streaming it myself from Spotify today! The band have also announced possible new shows in 2023 and a possible “Live” Vinyl release next year as well. More news as it happens.… Continued →
August 10, 2022
Too Bad Eugene "Deconversion Story" Out Next Week
Too Bad Eugene are releasing their next single titled “Deconversion Story”, next week. Us Kickstarter backers got to check out the song early and it’s a heavy hitter. You’ll be able to stream on all digital networks next week. The new album from Too Bad Eugene titled “Distance”, is out September 14th via People of Punk Rock Records and can be preordered on Vinyl (or CD) right here.… Continued →
Martin Smith (Delirious?) New Album "Dancing In The Fire" Out Now
I somehow missed this album and any news about it earlier this year. I had just discovered some recent songs from the album, “Dancing In The Fire” by former Delirious? frontman – Martin Smith a few weeks ago and just had to share. Listen to one of the new songs from this album (out now), below. The song is titled “Until The End of Time” and is a perfect introduction to not only Martin’s music but also a certain discover of the intersection between Faith and art.… Continued →
August 6, 2022
EMOtional Rock Anthems, A Spotify Playlist
I just launched another NEW playlist via Spotify called “EMOtional Rock Anthems”. If you’re feeling particularly emotional and overcome by moodiness, may I suggest this playlist. Full of songs that fill out a decade or two. It’s a growing playlist so stay tuned. I’m trying to keep it mostly pre-2010 because well, you know, emo kinda died for a bit? But its back, YAY! Anyway, enjoy and feel free to spread the word. Playlist below and link right here.
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Demon Hunter Are Not Crying About This Excellent New Song
Demon Hunter just released another new song from their upcoming album, “Exile” due out in September. Check out the new song “Heaven Don’t Cry”, below. This is a great song am I right? As Axl would say, “Don’t You Cry Tonight….”.… Continued →
David Curtis (Run Kid Run, Side Walk Slam) Releases New Song, "Arrows"
David Curtis who was a founding member of both Side Walk Slam and Run Kid Run, is continuing his solo music with word of a new album and the first single, “Arrows”, that can be streamed at this link. Check it out below as well. What do you think?… Continued →
Symphony In Peril Mark Their Triumphant Return
Symphony in Peril have recently begun posting on Instagram and teasing in studio pics of the band practicing. They have announced their first show back at the “Mansfield Music Fest” on September 16th and 17th in Mansfield, Ohio. This will be their first show in almost 17 years! Wow, really does fly by…… Continued →
Becoming The Archetype Drop HEAVY New Song
Becoming The Archetype have just dropped their 3rd new single off the upcoming new album “Children of The Great Extinction” due out on 8/26 through Solid State Records. Check out “The Calling” below. What do you think about these first 3 songs?… Continued →
August 5, 2022
Song(s) of the Day: Bloodgood - Crucify / The Messiah
If you’ve been following social media regarding the Christian scene at all over the recent weeks/months, you’ll likely be aware of Michael Bloodgood’s recent health issues, culminating in his death last week. Michael was a co-founder, and obviously namesake, of the legendary and seminal Christian metal band Bloodgood.
The band has been active since the 1980s, with their first album coming out in 1986. They stood out from the pack in various ways: the theatrical singing and stage antics of lead vocalist Les Carlsen, the top-notch music and writing of the band, and their no-compromise approach to lyrics and music ministry.… Continued →
August 3, 2022
New Music: July 2022
Rock & Metal
- Anberlin – Silverline EP
- Breakaway – Sword & Shield
- Chagall Guevara – Halcyon Days
- Fear Not – Fields of Sorrow
- Fight The Fade – APOPHYSITIS
- Fine China – Trees at Night EP
- Gable Price and Friends – If I’m Being Honest… EP
- Jodi Essex – FEARLESS
- Kutless – Twenty EP
- Lovelikeviolence – Paper Bags
- Opponent – Sentinel
- Switchfoot – interrobang! (Deluxe Edition)
- Voluntary Mortification – Suffer to Rise
- Ben Lawrence, JSteph – YOU > me EP
- Cecily – Nineteen
- Emorie – Heart
- hadassa morais – and only a few find it EP
- Jillian Edwards – Covers II EP
- Karissa Frampton – Now We’re Getting Somewhere
- Lovelikeviolence – Paper Bags
- Margot Osborne – Motions EP
- Melanie Penn – More Alive Vol.
August 2, 2022
Kaleb Luebchow In Memoriam
It is sad to write this as most of us know by now that Kaleb has passed on July 27, 2022. Most of us know him for his amazing drumming work. He was originally from Champaign, Illinois which is about 45 minutes from where I currently reside. He has worked with many bands including War of Ages, The Burial, Hope for the Dying & a few others. Let us remember him as a brother in Christ who has gone home to be with our Saviour. Here are a couple songs that showcase his drumming abilities.… Continued →
July 30, 2022
Introducing: The Rocky Valentines (Ft. C. Martin of Starflyer 59)
I am going to take a moment and introduce you all to a brand new band featuring C. Martin who is the son of Jason Martin (and also a current member) of Starflyer 59. The new band is called “The Rocky Valentines”. The debut single “Off & On” will debut on August 19th via Velvet Blue Music with the full Self Titled EP out on September 2nd 2022. From the sounds of the preview video below, it is both classic and modern, alluring and full of melodies and sounds that his father I’m sure must be super proud of.… Continued →
New Feel Good Anthems Spotify Playlist
So Indie Vision Music is on a roll with new Spotify playlists. For those that use Spotify, we are using this as an opportunity to spread the word about new music and artists we think you should be listening to. A mix of indie and larger artists as well as everything in between. All styles represented throughout these various playlists. This new one I just created is called “New Feel Good Anthems” and it is just that. Perfect for those summer drives and introspective quiet moments.… Continued →
Protect Your Heart - Too Young To Die Alone (Official Visualizer Video)
Protect Your Heart just released their powerful new heavy pop-punk track titled “Too Young To Die Alone” and you can watch/listen to the visualizer video, below. What do you think of Protect Your Heart and this new song?… Continued →
RIP Michael Bloodgood and Kaleb Luebchow
It is unfortunate news I bring you all today. Our music scene just lost two tremendous musicians and faithful servants. Michael Bloodgood who is the namesake and founding member of a legendary heavy metal band called Bloodgood that had quite a few huge albums release during the 80’s that shared Truth and Faith in a very real way through their songs and music. The band made a return about 10 years ago and released the fabulous, epic Christian Metal album “Dangerously Close” in 2013. Michael suffered a hemorrhagic stroke back in February and subsequent brain bleed that followed.… Continued →
July 29, 2022
Collington Drops New Single, "Valley"
Collington has released a new track titled “Valley”. “Valley” is a mostly acoustic track with a great sound. Check out the video below!… Continued →
Then It Ends Drop New Song, "Chasm (ft. Michael Felker)"
Metalcore band Then It Ends have dropped a new single, “Chasm”, which is possibly their best to date! The song also features Michael Felker of Convictions. Don’t miss this! Available wherever you get your music!
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Song of the Day: Vaakevandring - Some Day
This Norwegian band formed in 1999, and sadly by 2007 had called it quits. Hailing from Nannestad, just outside Oslo, they played a formed of atmospheric BM that appealed to many who heard them. While their lifespan was short, their impact was huge. You can still read accolades from fans on music-related social media pages, and band members have also been associated with a number of other, more well-known bands including Antestor, Frosthardr, and Grave Declaration.
“Some Day” is taken from their 3-song self-titled demo CD, which was also re-issued a few years later by Momentum Scandinavium with an extra song as Vaakevandring.… Continued →
July 22, 2022
Song of the Day: Joy Electric - The Cobbler
I’ve been listening to Ronnie Martin’s music since the late 80s, when he and brother Jason (of Starflyer 59 and many others) were known as the duo Dance House Children. That group reveled in synth-pop, but with a super quirky edge. There was nothing in the Christian nor secular markets quite like it. After two underrated albums, the pair split. Jason started the legendary indie rock monster Starflyer 59, while Ronnie carried on with synthesizer-created music in the form of Joy Electric.
Picking up where Dance House Children left off, Joy Electric took the quirkiness to extreme new levels.… Continued →