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The debut recording/music video from new straight edge hardcore band – XREDLINEX, is premiering this Friday on the Indie Vision Music YouTube page. Head over to the page here and make sure to set a reminder to view the video when it drops. You can also join the chat and hit up others with similar tastes, heck maybe meet a new friend or two. “11th Hour” drops April 8th!… Continued →

In what may seem like a surprising move, a band that got their start with their debut record in 1997 – “Caedmon’s Call“, who inspired many and wowed fans across the globe with their original blend of music and lyrics, are teasing something BIG. Click on their website here and sign up for the newsletter list. They are saying “something NEW (and old) is happening SOON” on their website. Any guesses? Maybe a re-release of their debut for its 25th anniversary?… Continued →

The Blamed have been dropping little hints about recording a new album and well friends, they’ve done it! The band is in a studio NOW, recording what will be their next full length record. Big anticipation for this one as “The Church is Hurting People” was incredible. Looking forward to the next chapter for this legendary band.… Continued →

I would just like to take a moment before I start posting all these news stories from my home here in sunny Southern California, to say, hello, are you there? Seriously though, this April Fools may have gotten a bit out of hand in regards to the amount of Makeshift3 news stories and if you were offended just keep in mind, most of us have been severely affected by the sheer multitude of SPAM. This may be the very last post mentioning Makeshift3 on Indie Vision Music.… Continued →

In a last minute attempt to boost sales numbers of tickets for Morbius this weekend, the band Makeshift3 were added to the soundtrack for the new film. They are unlisted and not credited but their music can certainly be felt in this anti-hero film starring the great Jared Leto. A rep for Sony/Marvel had this to say about the last minute addition to Morbius: “We were looking for the perfect music to add in at the end of the post-credits scenes. Right after the final scene shows, the screen turns dark then right before the workers begin picking up cold, stale, butter stained popcorn and cleaning that vomit puddle, the lights come on.… Continued →

In what seems like one of the most unlikeliest of all scenarios, well, it has somehow magically come to fruition. Unless I was caught up in some sort of unforeseen nightmare or tripped out from not having enough carbs on this KETO diet, or a lithium overdose, the very first pressing of “Fluorescent Black” by the darlings of punk-metal – Makeshift3, is a go. The beautifully handcrafted, time tested elements of this package will include the original album all freshly remixed by Tom Lord-Alge and mastered by Bob Ludwig.… Continued →

There are moments in history that change things forever. Lincoln and the Gettysburg Address. Armstrong and the moon. Peter Griffin and the Chicken. The latest to be added to this list is the brand new ultraband comprised of members from 2 of the hottest up and coming punk bands – Homeplate and Makeshift3. When asked about the band, called Makeaplate365, Cody Thompson, drummer of now defunct “Homeplate” had this to say “It is a pyramid scheme. I’m really worried for my friend. Now excuse me while I hit this BBQ sauce.”… Continued →

Nickelback will return to the stage again and this time they are taking out the band Makeshift3 for a string of dates, mostly at coffee shops and and church basements. Nickelback will be supporting their new “worship” record – “How The Bible Reminds Me” which features 12 very catchy, radio friendly tunes consisting entirely of melodies from “How You Remind Me” & “Photograph” but based on different bible verses. Makeshift3 are fresh off their new drum solo album “Fluorescent Cymbals” and will be touring it alongside their friends in Nickelback.*… Continued →

Nate Parrish will be heading out on the “Hey Parrish, You There?” tour with Makeshift3 this fall. Nate Parrish will be headlining, playing songs off his incredible new full length “Soul Surgery”. Makeshift3 will be supporting and comprised by a very futuristic collection of (ro)bots playing all the instruments. Just imagine something along the lines of the Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey end sequence. It’s be a very explosive evening and each date will be different from the one before.… Continued →

Light The Way have just dropped their most insane set of songs thus far and a magical collection of new tracks that will get just about any punk lover fired up. You can stream the album now through all digital networks or pick it up on CD right here. Small Step Records is on a roll so make sure to support them. The band have announced a special “Desert Tour” with Makeshift3 this summer. It’s guaranteed to get HOT. Dates below.… Continued →

Empty Atlas have announced that Eric Mattson of the long running band – Makeshift3, has joined the indie act – Empty Atlas, as their 2nd “Jr” drummer. He will be contributing cowbell, tambourine, congas, and some maracas. Even some steel drum will be added to the impressive band’s new sound. I like to call it “Post-Indie-Reggae-Island-Rock”, a unique sound in it’s own right and sure to delight fans all over the globe with the infectious summertime jam sessions. Tired of “Phish”? Well now you have Empty Atlas to rally behind.… Continued →

It has just been announced that the band – Makeshift3, have just been added to Furnace Fest 2022 as one of the new headliners. Indie Vision Music will be there to support and share (spam) good music with everyone in attendance. This is such super-secret news that nobody else knows about it yet, but we’ve been given exclusive access to one of the finalized line up sheets that was found in a trash bin outside Furnace Fest HQ. We believe this is the real deal.… Continued →

The 1990s saw a huge revival of ska music–that funky fusion of reggae and punk, or so it seemed at the time. The real history of ska was much deeper than that. Unbeknownst to the general populace, ska actually pre-dates reggae, going back to at least the 1960s. It fused traditional calypso beats with horns and sounds gleaned from New Orleans jazz. Reggae emerged in the 70s, as tempos slowed down and the overall feel became more relaxed. In the 1980s, amidst emigration from the Caribbean to England, ska mixed with punk and/or new wave to create the “Two-tone” scene, a sign of racial integration amongst working class punks and skinheads represented with the ever-present black and white checkerboard imagery.… Continued →

The brand new Light The Way album, “Long Story Short”, drops worldwide on this Friday via Small Step Records. This outstanding NEW album from Light The Way is without a doubt, the best the sounding record the band has ever made. It’s a combination of all their greatest songs and even some new sounds mixed in. You’ll love the acoustic oriented track as well. Listen to “Goofball” below in lyric video fashion and make sure to pre-order the CD and merch at the Small Step Records website (Merch is shipping right now and NO waiting), you’ll even get an instant download of the whole album with purchase!… Continued →

Stairwell, a band I’ve been a long time fan of and known for 2 amazing albums, “Pacific Standard Time”, and “The Sounds of Change” which both came released on Takehold Records (Hopeless Records picked up the final record and re-released it), just announced their reunion and lineup. Joining long time members Jonathan Caro and Zak Schultz is Justice Gulmatico (Bloodshed), Jeff Jacquay (Unashamed, Rainy Days), and new face – Andy Lara. This 5 piece lineup is sure to bring a smile to everyone’s face and bring back the fun.… Continued →

The mighty fine WORDS, just dropped their brand new single titled “Hopscotch” and you can listen below. The song is available now through Honey Gold Records and on your digital network of choice. What do you think? This band is killer and I love everything they’ve put out so far. [Thanks for the tip from one of our readers]… Continued →

This Furnace Fest 2022 lineup could quite possibly be the strongest festival list of bands one can ever or will EVER see again. The list can be seen below. What are your favorites and who do you have penciled in (or typed/keyed/texted in) for this year’s fest? Some mighty fine surprises were added.… Continued →

Rock & Metal

• City of Auburn – Where Does It Hurt? (EP)

Pop & CCM 

• Andrew Kurtz – Living The Adventure
• Jeremy Flick – Airplane Mode (Deluxe Edition)
• Out of the Dust – The After (EP)
• TAVIA – Face My Fears

Electronic & EDM

• God’s Warrior – GOOD SPIRITS

Folk & Singer/Songwriter

• Alec Shaw – Quantity

Hip Hop & R&B

• Azeekah – Conversations
• J-Phish, JP KILLED IT – NEON (EP)
• Marqus Anthony – March Madness (EP)
• Mike Blount – Prayin’ For Better Dayz
• Nino Salas – Faithful To Finish
• Raging Moses – The Flourishing (EP)
• Scootie Wop – MIDNIII MADNESS (EP)
• Tré Morris – It’s Not What You Think (EP)

Worship & Gospel

• The Belonging Co – Here (Live)
• Clayton Brooks – Awaken the Dawn
• Don Potter – May God Be
• Erik De Mooij – His Glory Revealed
• Joyful Noise – No Other Saviour (EP)
• MVMNT Music – Closer (EP) (EP)
• Passion – Burn Bright
• Phil Wickham – Hymn Of Heaven (Acoustic Sessions)
• Rebecca St.

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XREDLINEX are about to make a big splash in the realm of independent hardcore music and are ready to unleash their debut song. Check out the teaser below for “11th Hour”. Full video will premiere right here on Indie Vision Music April 8th at 8:30am PST.… Continued →

You might recall a couple posts over the past few months about the return of Watashi Wa and I’m excited to finally share the fruits of their (reunion) labor. The band is back and have just released 2 new singles through Tooth & Nail Records with a full length “People Like People” due this spring/summer through the label. The two new singles feature some mighty guest spots (and I hear the album will have even more!). First single is “Let Me Prepare You” and features Gasoline Heart.… Continued →

One of the most beloved and respected bands in the traditional heavy metal scene, Apostle was a slight anomaly in that they never released an album on a record label. Formed in 1983 in Jacksonville, FL, the band released a total of 5 independent full-length albums (not to mention EPs and compilations) all while remaining an unsigned band. Apostle opened for Christian metal stalwarts Whitecross on a national tour, and also had a song featured on East Coast Metal for Regency Records, in 1988, where I first heard the band.… Continued →

Rock & Metal

• The Jericho Harlot – Scary Movie

Pop & CCM

• Matthew Parker – Dragonfly (Deluxe)

Electronic & EDM

• Hype – Let Me Go

Folk & Singer/Songwriter

• The Gray Havens – Blue Flower Instrumentals
• Justin Schumacher – Childish Ways

Hip Hop & R&B

• Akil Hamilton – Progress
• Cephas – America Shall Be Saved
• Coop – if it were the 90’s (EP)
• Hunterdrinkswater – Born in Sin, Born Again
• Jordan May – No Pressure
• JWOODZ – BARELY STARTED (EP)
• Kaleb Mitchell – BE SAFE (EP)
• Kylen – Be Transformed
• Marcus Leon – Forming (EP)
• Phathom – Kingdom Culture
• Spencer Kane – TAKE A CHANCE

Worship & Gospel

• Citipointe Worship – Behold Collection 2 (Live)
• Honor & Glory – Honor & Glory
• Jon Reddick – God, Turn It Around
• Lovkn – Home Called Heaven
• Mannahouse Worship – Moments Of Praise (EP)
• Mike Marshall – Come On In (Live)
• Nathan Drake – Hymns Of The Son (Reawaken Hymns)

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You may have heard about this special documentary film called “The Case For Heaven” which is based off the book of the same title by the great Lee Strobel. If you haven’t heard about the film, check out the trailer below. It is playing in theaters nationwide beginning on April 4th, 5th, and 6th and tickets are on sale now. This special film was directed by Mani Sandoval and Executive Produced by his brother, Gil Sandoval. If those names don’t ring a bell, well you may have blinked and missed one of the great up and coming indie bands, Safe Haven, that both of those gentlemen were a part of.… Continued →

It’s quite Clear that 10 Years and Separating States are not enough of a Fleeting moment to Look at Watashi Wa, a band who has very much been missed. They may have lost a few battles but they’re certainly gonna win that war. Don’t count a good band out and they aren’t the wrong kind even in the slightest. It’ll take all of me but I’ll be cheering loudly for this band’s return to form. Look for a new album very soon (in 2022). It’ll be fun and exciting, kinda like the air I breathe.… Continued →

You want a return? Well watch the video below and prepare for The Ongoing Concept. They’re back!… Continued →

In what many would consider an absolute miracle, Dallas Taylor and the boys in Maylene & The Sons of Disaster, are coming out of what some had called – “a permanent retirement” to play one of the biggest underground festivals of the year. Don’t ever count a good band out and certainly don’t discount God’s mighty hands on someone’s life. Witness this mighty rebirth at Furnace Fest this year and get ready to rock out with one of the best bands around. A miracle indeed.… Continued →

Empty Atlas just released their brand new song titled “Matador”, through all digital networks and streaming sites. Be sure to check it out or stream in our latest Spotify playlist here. This is a great song and many of you will nod your heads in agreement.… Continued →

As announced on social media, FAIR are returning soon with a new single. What is your favorite FAIR release so far? Follow: @fairisaband on insta.… Continued →

Slow Coming Day are coming out of a long hiatus and dropping their brand new single plus a release called, “The Lost Tapes”, this summer on Fair Vaux Recordings. Stay tuned for more news on this exciting new music.… Continued →

There is an absolute plethora of underground black metal bands in the Christian scene. While this is a fact to be celebrated, at times it is difficult to judge the quality of releases, when there are so many. Antivenom actually managed to escape my attention until recently. This band, like many in the scene, is fairly mysterious. I don’t know where they are from, although one member (whose name will be recognized by Christian bm aficionados) is Armath Sargon (Armath Sargon, Elgibbor, Katumus, Light to Dead, others), who is from Finland.… Continued →