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One of the elders of the Christian indie scene, John J. Thompson, has written a new book. Ballad of the Lost Dogs of East Nashville will be the third title from the author, and his first as a novel. Thompson had this to say about the book: This story is about how music brings a diverse community of characters together – after some profound personal and community tragedies – to accomplish something miraculous when they least expect it. It’s based upon people I have known and pieces of stories I have heard, and is set right here in the community I have called home for over 17 years.… Continued →

The guys in No Lost Cause are currently working on new music which will be the follow up to their fantastic ska-punk full length that came out 3 years ago, “Take 2”. That album was the perfect combination of punk rock, ska upbeats, hard hitting drumming, and plenty of “horns” to go around. It was just an all around fun record with plenty to please even the most skeptic of skeptics. So get SKAready for some new No Lost Cause coming at you very soon.… Continued →

A brand new track from Los Angeles, CA. based pop-punk/easycore band, Protect Your Heart has just dropped. The song is titled “The Devil You Know” and it’s definitely one of their best so far which says a lot considering ALL of their songs RULE! You can catch them on the next IVM Compilation “Fighting From The Ground Up Vol. 4” in October. Check out the song visualizer, below.… Continued →

In what seems to be a stacked year for incredible releases from Southern California’s own – Velvet Blue Music, comes a surprise release most of us weren’t expecting and that is a new EP From Neon Horse titled “Habit of Creature”. The release is now available for pre-order from Velvet Blue Music right here. Make sure you order the upcoming album from Starflyer 59, “Lust For Gold”, while you are on the site. Who here is excited for new Neon Horse as well as Starflyer 59?… Continued →

The much loved, classic indie rock band from the Pacific Northwest known as POOR OLD LU, have just begun a kickstarter campaign for the Vinyl Reissue of their now classic album – “Straight Six”. You can contribute to the campaign and check out several different reward levels including a special listening party when it’s all done. Click here for the kickstarter.… Continued →

Burnt Toast Vinyl will be pressing the classic Element 101 album, “Stereo Girl” on vinyl for the very first time. The album was originally recorded in May of 2000 at The Blasting Room in Colorado and produced by Bill Stevenson, Stephen Egerton, and Jason Livermore. This album has been remastered from the original analog tapes by Jason Livermore. Stereo Girl is being pressed on 180 gram vinyl and available in two limited variants – Jersey Shore Blue & Pink Noise. The album artwork was redesigned by Matt Traxler and includes rare photos from the studio.… Continued →

Most of us first heard sintax.the.terrific as a member of hip-hop supergroup Deepspace5, a massive rap cypher featuring members of Mars Ill, Labklik, The Pride, and Ill Harmonics. The group’s debut hit stores in 2001 via Uprok Records (the hip-hop sublabel of Tooth & Nail Records). sintax’s first solo album released in 2006 for Illect Recordings, interestingly enough, run by the former head of the short-lived Uprok, Josh Niemyjski. That is, of course, if we don’t count his 2003 indie release. What’s cool about “Moonlighting” is the autobiographical take on being an independent Christian rapper by night, while being a real-life lawyer by day.… Continued →

Jettee which is the project of Jett Foreman (and son of Tim Foreman of Switchfoot fame) just dropped a fantastic new song titled “The Adventure”. It’s full of soaring vocals, diverse and full sounding instrumentation as well a moody yet alluring melodic indie rock sound. Check out the track now on all digital networks and streaming sites. Listen below this post.… Continued →

Los Angeles, CA. based Chives McAlister, is back with a brand new “Family-Core” pop-punk song titled “Running After You”. Family-Core is not a new genre or sub-genre it’s just a fun loving tag penned by Caleb of Chainstay and Must Build Jacuzzi, placed upon this love song for his wife and kids. Instead of the typical relationship downers and depressing lyric content, Chives’ Erik Williams has created a beautiful tribute to his wife and their children, thus “Family-Core” is born. The song “Running After You” is now available on all digital networks and streaming sites through Small Step Records.… Continued →

For those of you in a hardcore punk mood, check out the brand new single from the aggressive, gritty, and heavy sounding punk rock group known as Dispraised. The song is titled “Off My Back” and to learn more about the song and thoughts behind it, click over on the bandcamp link below.… Continued →

Here we are in 2024 in the midst of festival season and reunions that just didn’t seem so likely years ago. Well, fortunately for us one of those bands by the name of Officer Negative, have reunited. Not only are they working on a new album but will also be playing live shows very soon. To see the new lineup (with some familiar faces), click below or visit their page on instagram: officernegative.official. So what are your favorite Officer Negative songs? If you want to buy merch from them, click this link here.… Continued →

Thumper Punk Records is proud to announce the new split release from a couple of legends in Hardcore punk rock – Absolved, and The Blamed. You can listen to one song from each artist at this link or by clicking below this post. The release is being put out on special green with black splatter VINYL and available to order right here. Limited to 300 copies.… Continued →

Rock & Metal

• Convictions – The Coastal Glow [Single]
• Earth Groans – Deadbolt [Single]
• Grace Graber – California [Single]
• Heliograph – WEWANNABEFREE [Single]
• Remedy Drive – Lights Up [Single]
• Sower – THE SOIL [EP]
• 3 Days Under – Fruit of the Flesh [Single]

Pop & Alternative

• Fulton Lee, Nic D – Rollin [Single]
• Henrik – Enjoy the view [Single]
• Judah & the Lion – Body & Soul [Single]
• Zion Goins – OKAY COWBOY

Electronic & EDM

• Michaell D, DJ Devid Michiles – EveryBody Jump [Single]

Folk & Singer/Songwriter

• Daniel Hardin – Back To This [Single]
• Sarah Sparks – I’m Fine [Single]
• Skye Peterson, Thomas Austin – More and More Beautiful [Single]

Worship & CCM

• Cade Kellam – Idols [Single]
• Darlene Zschech – Testament [EP]
• FAITHFUL, Sarah Kroger – Send Rescue [Single]
• Good Shepherd Collective – Live On
• Logan and Katie – As For Me [Single]
• Mackenzie Phillips – Perfect [Single]
• Verses, Kristina Meyer – 1 Corinthians 13:4-8 [Single]

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One of the few bands in the Christian scene that played in the groove metal style (that slightly slower, but just as intense cousin of thrash) was the Canadian band Erase. I remember when Mental Overload first came out and it made a huge impact on the then-stagnating Christian metal scene. The band’s popularity was, in part, owed to Jason Campbell, the ex-Mortification drummer, who was now pulling double-duties on vocals and guitar. Sadly, they only released one album (for David Villalpando, AKA Burrito’s Morphine Records label) before going their separate ways.… Continued →

Rock & Metal

• Blatant/Unashamed – The Way of Cain [Single]
• lamenter, GratitudeTX – Golgotha [Single]
• Names Without Numbers – Box Fort Kingdom [Single]
• Ravenhill – SWEET VANITY [Single]
• Relentless Pursuit – To Fear Is to Live [EP]
• Sower – the good soil (true conversion) [Single]
• With Blood Comes Cleansing – The Flayed (Bartholomew) [Single]

Pop & Alternative

• Matthew Parker – New Light [Single]

Folk & Singer/Songwriter

• Benjamin Daniel – The Rain Falls Sideways
• Chase Tremaine, Theo MacMillan – New Wave [Single]
• The Riverside – Cloak of the Sun [Single]

Worship & CCM

• Aryn Michelle – Wild [EP]
• Austin Ludwig, Christian Singleton – Prayers Filled With Praises [Single]
• From The Ground Up – Polaris [Single]
• Ian Yates – Welcome To The Gift Of Being Wrong [Single]

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Rock & Metal

• Brotality – It Feeds EP
• Dire – Enemy [Single]
• HolyName, Heal The Hurt – Stained Glass [Single]
• Homeplate – Separate Anxiety [Single]
• Islander – Grammy Nominated
• Lacey Sturm – Kenotic Metanoia (Deluxe Edition)
• The Lionhearted – Absolution (& Redemption)
• Memphis May Fire – Paralyzed [Single]
• My Epic – Loriella
• NLM – The Modern Anthem [Single]
• November Sky – Hide My Soul [Single]
• Pipe Bomb – Concrete [Single
• Stryper – End of Days [Single]
• XIII Minutes – Cult Leader [Single]

Pop & Alternative

• Andrew Ripp – Run
• Dawson Hollow – Pixelated Haze
• LOYALS – Up All Night [Single]

Folk & Singer/Songwriter

• Allie Crummy – Henny Penny
• Kindred Valley – What Was Left [EP]
• Northwest Stories – WAKE UP [Single]

Worship & CCM

• Colorvault – Waterfall [Single]
• The Corner Room – Jeremiah 29:11-13 (English Standard Version)
• Emilie Weiss – Genesis [Single]
• Kenny & Claire – God Moves (Upon the Storm) [Single]
• Mission House – The Whole Earth Is Full of Your Glory + Can’t Stay Down [Single]
• OAKS – Judas [Single]
• Ocean & The Ghost – Hard Way [Single]

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One of the funnest and most interesting aspects of the Christian indie/punk/metal/whatever scene is that no matter how long you’ve been involved and no matter how much of an expert you may think you are, there are always new–or in this case, old–bands to discover. I found out about The Living via our friends over at Christian Tape Underground, a blog that specializes in unearthing rare and underground cassette tapes and demos from indie bands of all genres. The Living was a great little post-punk/goth rock band with lots of potential.… Continued →

This is a little announcement from your friends at Indie Vision Music. I am beginning work on a sequel to last year’s mega compilation, “Fighting From The Ground Up Vol. 3”. I am aiming to release this follow up (Vol. 4) in early October of this year. I am currently opening up submissions for all bands and artists to contribute a song of their liking that is NEW, NEWER, NEWISH. Only songs that are within 1 year of release are welcome and/or are unreleased or better yet, BRAND NEW!!.… Continued →

Poor Old Lu have just announced that they are starting a kickstarter in mid-July, on the 15th to be exact, for the vinyl pressing of their classic album “Straight Six”. The album has been completely remastered and will be available on vinyl for the very first time EVER! They will have a couple “stretch goals” with some pretty amazing bonuses so you’ll want to check all that out. For now, follow their accounts on Facebook and Instagram for continuing updates. atPoorOldLu on instagram and Poor Old Lu Official on Facebook.… Continued →

Stryper are back and in a big way with their new lead single, “End of Days”. You can check out the song below which is available now on all digital networks and streaming sites. The band just recently released their acoustic record “To Hell With The Amps” that sounds quite amazing I must say. Give this new song a listen. The band also just revealed that they will embark on a 40th anniversary tour this September!… Continued →

I’d like to take a moment and introduce you all to a super NEW band by the name of The Hollow Present. How new? Well so new that their brand new single isn’t finished being recorded just yet. I bring awareness to the group due in part to the fact that long time former Indie Vision Music contributor and friend, David M., formerly of The Burial is a part of this new project alongside members of From The Shallows. I’ve been told their sound will be along the lines of Technical Death Metal.… Continued →

HolyName return with another heavy worshipcore track titled “Stained Glass” alongside Heal The Hurt. Did you expect anything less than awe inspiring and perfect? I think not. This is as good as it gets and you will seriously be missing out on life if you don’t at least give this song somewhat of a listen. Once you dive in, I guarantee you’ll love it. Listen below.… Continued →

Pipe Bomb are back with a really chaotic and heavy new track that is sure to pound in the concrete around you. It’s an incredible track and one not to be missed. Listen to the song right here, below this post.… Continued →

Homeplate are back with a brand new single titled “Separate Anxiety” and it is catchy as heck. There are rumors of a new EP or Album coming in the future so please give them a follow and check out all their music on Digital Networks. I’ve added the song to 2 Indie Vision Music Spotify playlists so you can listen there. Kudos to Small Step Records for giving these guys great promotion. Follow: at Homeplate.poppunk… Continued →

The much loved, critically acclaimed, and all around cherished indie rock legends, Starflyer 59, will return with their brand new record “Lust For Gold” on August 16th 2024 via Velvet Blue Music. The lead single “909” drops on July 19th. Check out a teaser for the song, below. Warning, it’s much too short and will lead the listener into withdrawal symptoms upon end of said teaser. Velvet Blue Music has some cool merch that is already out for you fans. They’ve got Tshirts and Patches out now and shipping, click here for the link.… Continued →

Slow Salvation just dropped a star studded super collaboration on the track “Call A Friend” which is out now. Check out the video for the song, below. This song features musical collaborators Matt McCartie (Driver Eight, Theft) on drums and Heather Bray Heywood (Kissing Cousins, Giant Waste of Man) on bass. Such a fantastic song and this is a group one does not want to miss out on.… Continued →

With only 6 months into 2024, it’s already been a tough year for Christian alternative music fans. Joining Brian Quincy Newcomb, Michael Knott and Ezekiel Vade in the heavenly throng is indie champion, journalist and label owner Randy Layton. Randy was the founder and owner of Alternative Records, who put out releases by the Seventy Sevens, Steve Scott, Robert Vaughn and the Shadows, and 2 Pound Planet, in addition to releasing very influential compilations, featuring music by the above artists plus Daniel Amos, Scratch Band (pre-Seventy Sevens), and others.… Continued →

I only discovered this band a few months ago when I acquired a huge box of Christian metal CDs. Sáwol come to us from Finland, which is no surprise considering that nation has the highest number of metal bands per capital out of all the countries in the entire world. For some reason I missed out on them, even though their debut was released in 2010 through Bullroser Records, whom I was familiar with. The CD I acquired was actually their 2007 debut, which I enjoyed immensely.… Continued →

American Arson, Kept on Hold, Lightworker, and Bloodlines are playing a FREE show!!!!

Kevin & Anita Robinson (Viva Voce, Blue Giant) had a short-lived funk/soul project called Francis, that released a split release with Lackthereof about 20 years ago. This project even opened for Fugazi once in North Carolina (talking about indie cred)! The band is releasing a new track (well, sort of)–actually an unreleased track from 2004, which will be available tomorrow (June 27) on Bandcamp or Friday (June 28) on other streaming platforms, thanks to long-time label partner Velvet Blue Music. Kevin is a Middle School teacher in Alabama specializing in Multimedia Production and some of his students created this video for the song.… Continued →