News

Rock & Metal

• Gold, Frankincense, & Myrrh – Framing My Perception (EP)
• The Jonah Project – Night (EP)
• Refiner – Firewalker (EP)

Pop & CCM

• Aryn Michelle – PARIAH (songs of biblical outcasts)
• Carmen Justice – Quarter Life Crisis
• NEEDTOBREATHE – Live From Bridgestone Arena

Electronic & EDM Folk & Singer/Songwriter Hip Hop & R&B

• Jeremiah Emmanuel – Seasons
• Uzuhan – Buford Highway

Worship & Gospel

• BeDoTell – Worth It
• Cameron Payne – Desert Rose
• Hugo Bravo – Dedication (EP)
• ICF Worship – Here’s To The One We Love (Live)
• Jason Ingram – Basement Tapes (EP)
• Jon Webster – Oil
• JPCC Worship – Following Jesus – The Truth (EP)
• Justin Tweito – Gospel Celebration, Pt.

… Continued →

Rock & Metal

• All For The King – The Seventh Seal (EP)
• Levvy – Bury (EP)
• Watashi Wa – People Like People
• We Are Resolute – Only Human

Pop & CCM

• Blessing Offor – Brighter Days (Live Sessions) (EP)
• Corey Voss – Looking for the Light (EP)

Electronic & EDM

• Matthew Parker – Signal (Remixes) (EP)

Folk & Singer/Songwriter

• boy & KING – Haven.
• Paul Zach – Sorrow’s Got A Hold On Me

Hip Hop & R&B

• Christopher Syncere – SYNCERE (EP)
• Fresh IE – Wind and the Waves (City of Worship 3)
• Lacy B – Humble Beginnings: B Side
• Mission – Tru Talk Tony, Vol.

… Continued →

Golf Slang is a new side project of Jamey Bozeman of the band Luxury. Gold Slang takes on some of that 80’s new wave influence, incorporates modern sounds and conveniences and makes a song that just about anyone can appreciate. It’s really low key, chill, and something to knock off the shoes, kick back, and relax in a nice, oversized chair. If you like what you hear below, make sure to pre-order the new 5 song EP “How I Lost My Voice” right here via their label home – Velvet Blue Music, and on Cassette or CD.… Continued →

Craig’s Brother return yet again with a song sure to bring out all those old fans and mix it up with the new school crew who found them more recently. The new song is titled “Are You Unhappy?” and it’s anything but. I would argue that this just might be some of the band’s finest work and my favorite of the 4 new songs released (so far). The band says news on the new full length is coming soon via People of Punk Rock Records, so get that wallet ready or your bitcoin (if any is left).… Continued →

One of my all-time favorite record labels of the indie Christian scene was Blonde Vinyl. Run by Michael Knott (LSU/Lifesavers, and about a dozen others), it was one of the first truly indie, truly alternative record labels focusing on Christian artists. Knott never got rich off of the sales. (A few years later, Brandon Ebel would show us how to make a Christian indie label financially profitable.) Furthermore, not all of the releases on Blonde Vinyl were even that great–I won’t name any names–but all of them were charming in some way.… Continued →

One of the best if not, THE best, Rockabilly bands – The Altar Billies, featuring legendary front man, guitarist, and all around “seasoned” songwriter, Mike Stand, is back and with a new album titled “All In”. This is a new song off that album, and it is titled “Gone?”. The song has lyrics that ring especially true and delivered in a poetic fashion with a subtle and somber sound featuring twangy guitar, deep upright bass, and killer drum section. This is a unique sound for the time period we are living in and lyrics everyone needs right now.… Continued →

I’d like to share a couple NEW Spotify Playlists I curated just for our readers and can be found below. They feature a variety of styles and are even separated by decade. There is plenty of 90’s and 00’s represented. I’ll work on some post-2010 stuff next as well as a “Heavy Music” one for everything year 2000 and above (there is plenty to choose from). The “More 00’s Rock Anthems” is a work in progress even through there is more than 300 songs. I have a couple more I forgot about and will be adding today/this weekend.… Continued →

For some of you, this SOTD will stretch the limits of what “Indie Vision Music” should cover. Glam metal was at the height of the commercialization of rock and roll in the late 80s, thus rendering Stryper’s inclusion here as suspect. But here are a few reasons why they absolutely deserve to be here: 1. They were, and possibly are still, the most important and/or influential Christian rock/metal band of all time. Yes, it’s true. With number one singles, album sales that rivaled their secular peers, and heavy rotation on MTV (when it still stood for “Music Television”), their impact is still felt far and wide.… Continued →

Rock & Metal Pop & CCM

• Brandon Lake – HELP!
• Crystal Lewis – Together We Can
• Mac Powell – New Creation (Live In Atlanta, GA/2021) (EP)
• Maximilian – Dust & Deity
• Tasha Layton – How Far

Electronic & EDM Folk & Singer/Songwriter

• Burgeon – Thank God It Ain’t Luck

Hip & R&B

• Austin Joyce – PRESENCE
• Baruch – The Greatest Sabbath Ever (EP)
• Drew Ava – Dialogue
• Jerel – Like I Was Saying
• Joshua Luke Smith, Wild Sons – Wild Sons (EP)
• Kinfolk D-Ray – What Comes After
• Knick Knack, Rube the Producer – Part of The Process (EP)
• Nu Tone – Talk to God
• Rare of Breed – Godtwang 2: Reloaded
• Transparency – Divine Intervention
• 5ive – Family Business

Worship & Gospel

• Brook Hills Worship – New Every Morning
• Colorvault – Faint
• EQ Worship – My King Is Coming
• Gas Street Music – Foundations (Live) (EP)
• Local Sound – The the King (EP)
• Tekoa – Hymns + Disparity (EP)
• Wild Earth – Weary Hymns Along The Way

Instrumental & Other… Continued →

Metalcore band, Then It Ends have release a new track today, titled “Anxiety”. The heavy-hitting release is the first single from the upcoming release, “Chasm”, out later this year. Check out the lyric video below!… Continued →

Collington began writing and performing while attending college. What began as a batch of self-produced demos has grown into Collington working with producers such as Eric Owyoung (Hillsong United/ John Foreman) and Bill Scheniman (Bruce Springsteen/ Mick Jagger). Major press took notice of the 2020 release “Against The Wall” and Collington was awarded “Next Big Thing” by NewReleaseToday.   Fast forward to the present, Collington has enlisted producer and former Sanctus Real member Jake Rye for his next release. Working in Rye’s Adrian, MI studio, the collaboration has yielded a song collection that portrays a new found intimacy for Collington’s music.… Continued →

No, The Supertones weren’t the first Christian ska band. The Israelites’ first album pre-dated them by a year. But in the UK, Rev Counta and the Speedoze* (another incarnation of Ishmael United) had released a full-length as early as 1980! And perhaps some Jamaican bands that didn’t fit into the CCM/CBA mold had been active earlier than that, it’s hard to say. However, the Supertones were the first Christian ska band to release an album on a nationally-distributed label, releasing The Adventures of the O.C. Supertones just a few months before Five Iron Frenzy dropped Upbeats and Beatdowns.… Continued →

Rock & Metal

• August Burns Red – Leveler Live
• Flatfoot 56, The Rumjacks – Split (EP)
• Manafest – I Run With Wolves
• Weathered – Blind (EP)

Pop & CCM

• Alory – Broken Symphony

Electronic & EDM Folk & Singer/Songwriter

• Matthew Clark – Only The Lover Sings

Hip Hop & R&B

• A3 – HEAR THE HEAVENS
• BrvndonP – The Bottom Line
• Cellus Hamilton – His Songbook for the Journey

Worship & Gospel

• Carolyn Arends – In The Morning
• C3 Toronto Worship – the SOUND (EP)
• FAITHFUL – FAITHFUL: GO and Speak (Live) 
• Jimmy McNeal – Roots
• Shelly E.

… Continued →

A new band by the name of “Opponent” have just joined Solid State Records and dropped their label debut song – “Betrayed” which you can watch the music video for, below. Their sound will please fans of Demon Hunter, Living Sacrifice, Soul Embraced, Killswitch Engage, War of Ages. Stream/Download right here. This is an exciting new band, anyone else thrilled for the return to metal? By the way, this appears to be a 3 piece which is goes to show that they’ve got the talent to back up that energy.… Continued →

An alternative pop-rock band by the name of “Caedmon’s Call” that got their start in the 90’s has returned for this special kickstarter campaign to fund the re-recording of their “Self Titled” debut record, make a film about it, and play a special show in Nashville. There are several stretch goals that have already been met and the final one at $300k will be to add a 3rd show on the West Coast (2nd one will be in Texas). They are already well past their goal which they reached within a week of it going live.… Continued →

Taking a slight departure from Music news for a minute. Anyone else see some recent movie trailers and get hyped? We are heading into summer movie madness (sorry Dr Strange) and the past few weeks have been exciting to say in the least. New Obi-Wan, Jurassic World: Dominion, and Avatar 2 trailers plus news on Ashoka (Star Wars) beginning production and that Thor 4 trailer, wow! Also Top Gun: Maverick, Stranger Things: 4, and the Weird: The Al Yankovic Story (say what?), watch it all below.… Continued →

A band that may ring a bell with a couple of you, are back with some new songs. A new one titled “Forget Me” just dropped a week ago. Listen below. There is also another recent song that came out not long ago titled “Never Feel The Same” which has a music video that you can watch below as well as “All Over Again”. Any old fans of An Honest Mistake?… Continued →

Emery have rejoined the Tooth & Nail Records family of artists and will release their new album “Rub Some Dirt On It” which will release on June 24th. The band has also announced a special “Labeled Fest Tour” for 2022 featuring Emery, Norma Jean, Oh Sleeper, Watashi Wa, Salt Creek, Idle Threat, and Aaron Gillespie (playing ‘Southern Weather’). For dates and times, click below. You can also find more info about the tour at the official website right here.… Continued →

I’ve been wanting to post this for a week or so but life and time got in the way. Since I am back to posting news stories today I thought I’d share something cool. Long running east coast melodic hardcore band better known as Stretch Arm Strong, have recently reunited, played some big shows and have now announced that they’ve joined the Iodine Recordings family. Make sure to follow the band for further updates. The label and band are working on several releases together and potentially some “new” music?… Continued →

Southern California based hardcore/thrash/punk band – xDOULOSx, just dropped 2 new songs. Listen to “Cycles” and “Shots Fired”, below. This is really great heavy hardcore thrash-punk music. Sounds amazing and has a certain classic sound mixed in with the new school. Kinda reminds me of a mix of Downset, Six Feet Deep, The Crucified, The Warriors, No Innocent Victim, Knocked Loose, and All Out War. Good stuff. Listen to both songs below. Follow the band here.… Continued →

Flatfoot 56 return with a really sweet new “Split EP” release with their buddies in The Rumjacks. The split album just dropped on Friday and the past 2 music videos have completely slipped under our radar. If you’ve never heard the celtic inspired punk sounds of Flatfoot 56 or even The Rumjacks for that matter, then check out the release now wherever you find your digital music. Check out the 2 latest Flatfoot 56 music videos for “Sorry” and “Mud”, below.… Continued →

Slow Coming Day are back with a brand new song for 2022. The song is titled “1 in 300 Million” and it is available right now on all digital networks via their new label home – Fair Vaux Recordings. Listen right here by clicking below.… Continued →

This obscure little band, while relatively unknown, has ties to some more connected acts. They only released one 4-song 12″ EP before breaking up and/or morphing into other acts. The most well-known member was Robert Vaughn, previously of RV and the Hubcaps, and who went on to play with Gloryhouse, Southside Blades of Eden (Broken Records), and most notably Robert Vaughn and the Shadows. RV and the Shadows was essentially the New Presidents line-up with a different name and slightly more mainstream style. Where The New Presidents dabbled in new wave and post-punk, The Shadows went full into power pop.… Continued →

Rock & Metal

• The Jonah Project – Dusk (EP)

Pop & CCM

• Hannah Schaefer – Crown The Remixes (EP)
• Mandisa – Overcomer: The Remixes (EP)
• Stars Go Dim – Grace In The Wilderness
• Three Shipps – Home
• Via Music – Gray & White

Electronic & EDM Folk & Singer/Songwriter Hip Hop & R&B

• Bizzle, God Over Money – Us Against The World
• FLAME – Word And Water
• IAMTAYLEN – In The Making 2
• Mike Malagies – The Journey (EP)
• Plain James – Organic Music (EP)
• Thomas Nunez, Young Cortez – Bible Belt Texas (EP)
• TyeDye – Peaceful Storms

Worship & Gospel

• ALTR Worship – Thirty-Five (EP)
• Athey Music – Goodness & Mercy (Live)
• Benjamin Torrens – Voice Memos (EP)
• Central Live – Heaven’s On the Move (Deluxe)
• Christian Singleton – I Won’t Let Go (EP)
• Destiny Worship Music – Come Boldly
• Hillsong UNITED – Are We There Yet?

… Continued →

Encryptor was one of the many projects of the multi-talented Felipe (AKA Phil) Diez, and was one of the first Christian death metal projects from the nation of Panama. Phil later relocated to Rhode Island and carried on his career there with several projects: Sorrowstorm (black metal), Entorn (doom metal), Northern Ash (death metal), and Rehumanize (grindcore). So far, Encryptor is my favorite of the lot, though I confess I haven’t heard all of his projects. The band recorded 2 albums: Drowning in Flesh (on Nascent Frost Productions), and Sermon Decay (on Dysmorphic Records), both of which were available only very sparsely, independent of any substantial distribution.… Continued →

Rock & Metal

• Audiophile – Years Beyond My Wisdom
• GratitudeTX – Deathless Voices (EP)
• Whitsett – Parking Lots (EP)

Pop & CCM

• Brandon Heath – Enough Already
• Cristiano Coppa – Prayer In The Battlefield 
• Danielle Apicella – Sensibilities (EP)
• Fleurie – Greetings from Supertropicali (Chapter 1) (EP)
• John Elefante – The Amazing Grace
• Sanctus Real – Won’t Let Me Go (EP)

Electronic & EDM Folk & Singer/Songwriter

• Jude Moses – The Beauty (EP)
• Lute & Lyre – Nomads (EP)

Hip Hop & R&B

• Brett Raio – Vitality
• Bryann T – Keep It Kingdom
• DJLC, Jack Tyler – UP (EP)
• Isaiah Robin – ControverSoul
• Mic Wise, Trutha – Vanguards (EP)
• Nu Tone – 1987 Dreams (EP)
• Young C, Jkzn – MORE GLORY

Worship & Gospel

• Anne Wilson – My Jesus
• catch the fire music – Holy and Anointed One
• Central Live – Heaven’s on the Move (Deluxe)
• College Street Worship – The Reason (EP)
• Cross Church Worship – Set Me Free (Live)
• Family Music – Family Room, pt.

… Continued →

I first heard Sixpence None the Richer while listening to a cassette demo in the Christian bookstore in 1993. They had me from the opening acoustic guitar riffs on “Field of Flowers,” the opening track from The Fatherless and the Widow. That album was fantastic, but even so, it was only a foretaste of what was to come. While the band are largely known for their romantic pop radio hit, “Kiss Me,” from their self-titled third album, many fans and critics alike are drawn to their sophomore album, This Beautiful Mess.… Continued →

Audiophile are back with their brand new full length record titled “Years Beyond My Wisdom”, which drops tomorrow via all digital networks and streaming sites. This awe inspiring, engaging, and extremely catchy pop-punk/pop-rock band is wowing audiences and new fans alike with their infectious sounds. You can stream a couple new singles now in anticipation for this new album drop. Report back here tomorrow with your favorite tracks.… Continued →

New Zealand based hardcore heroes known as SAVING GRACE, are back and ready to throwdown. The band is working on their comeback shows and they just dropped a 10th anniversary pressing of “The King Is Coming” on Vinyl through Facedown Records. There are hints about NEW MUSIC and a Tour to come so stay tuned to the band’s socials for details. Who here is excited for more Saving Grace music? Merch Store right here or on Facedown here… Continued →

Rock & Metal

• Beard the Lion – Out of the Eater, Something to Eat (EP)
• When Forever Ends – Leviathan (EP)

Pop & CCM Electronic & EDM Folk & Singer/Songwriter

• William Sumner – The Ghost (EP)

Hip Hop & R&B

• Apex Frazier – The Loved One
• Curtis Lamar – Christ Rules
• Dawson Samuel – Seasons
• GodFearin – Red Tape
• HYLEM, tristxn! – UNTIL FOREVER
• Jon Kabongo – Overtime: Winners Lose
• Kojo Dave, 24ldz, Rehmahz – Ascension (EP)
• Rich99 – Fresh Oil
• Trey Lew – Spiritual Warfare
• Zae Ortiz – Something To Hold U

Worship & Gospel

• Already Not Yet – Sing Psalms, Pt.

… Continued →