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Hip-Hop collective – R.E.F. which feature collaborations with artists like Jovi Harp, Geddenon, Spade, Jflight, Praize, among others, has just dropped a new album titled “Where, O Death, Is Your Sting?” through God Sqwad Records. Check it out below and pick up the album through your favorite digital network.… Continued →

Kelly Nunn who has been a touring member with groups like Further Seems Forever, Maylene & The Sons of Disaster, and Underoath (among many other bands), has just released his new 7 song ep titled “All Rise Up”. This ep is beautiful and low key worship music perfect for not only Sunday mornings but any day of the week. Unlike the bands he played in, this is really mellow stuff but super good and showcases his talents. Kelly Nunn leads worship at St. Pete Vineyard in Florida.… Continued →

Fit For A King have dropped another heavy track that strikes a match and burns you to the soul. Heavy stuff. Check out “Backbreaker” below. New album “Dark Skies” will be available this September on Solid State Records and can be pre-ordered right here.… Continued →

A talented new singer-songwriter under the name spoken vvorld has emerged from the music scene. Check out his recently released debut album through all digital networks. You can stream it below. This incredibly insightful, hopeful, and altogether moving new release is sure to please fans of: Jon Foreman, Switchfoot, My Epic, Right Away Great Captain, The Classic Crime, Vocal Few, Pedro the Lion, The Tallest Man On Earth, Adrianne Lenker, Austin Basham, Horse Feathers, and David Ramirez. You can find out more info on spoken vvorld right here at his website and check out the lyrics right here.… Continued →

Alternative & Rock

• VERIDIA – Numb [Single]

Contemporary & Pop

• Building 429 – Shame Doesn’t Live Here [Single]
• Fleurie – Out of the Blue [Single]
• for KING & COUNTRY – God Only Knows [EP]
• HillaryJane – Replay [Single]
• Joel Vaughn – Control (Vol. 1) [EP]
• Jordan Smith – Feel Good [Single]
• Newsong – Can’t Keep a Good Man Down [Single]

Dance & Electronic

• micFreak – Got Me [Single]

Folk & Singer/Songwriter

• The Gray Havens – Storehouse [Single]
• John Mark McMillan – Nothing Stands Between Us [Single]
• The Painter – Hurt Me [Single]
• Sleeping At Last – July 27, 2018: Total Lunar Eclipse [Single]

Hard Rock & Metal

• Fit For A King – Backbreaker [Single]

Hip Hop & Rap

• Aaron Cole – Down Like That (feat.

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Deeplife Records artist Micfreak recently released his single “Got Me.” Fans of house music will want to take notice, and you can listen to the original as well as the Ben A remix below. … Continued →

The Undiscovered Sound will be spinning more songs from the IVM catalog tonight on Idobi Radio. Please tune in at 3pm PST or 6pm EST to hear a bunch of songs from “Family & Friends Sampler 2” and make sure to support Jeff’s show. He has been good to IVM and has supported everything I’ve done for the past few years. Stream live at Idobi Radio here at the time listed above. Next week, more songs from IVM will spin on his show from Family & Friends Sampler 3.… Continued →

If Anberlin’s recent post on Instagram is any indication of an imminent “reunion”, count me as excited. I love this band and any mention of new music from them is certainly reason enough to justify a GOOD DAY. I didn’t really understand their breakup the first time (a hiatus would have been sufficient). Check out the post below and discuss among yourselves. Anyone game for more Anberlin music?… Continued →

In case you missed it last month, I had Drew from Rival Consultants create a lyric video for the new Names Without Numbers song “The Apathy Anthem”. It came out pretty cool I think and if you give it a chance, I am sure you’ll enjoy it too. Names Without Numbers are an alt-emo-rock band from Nebraska who recently reunited after an almost decade long absence. Their music would please fans of Jimmy Eat World, Anberlin, The Classic Crime, Taking Back Sunday, House Of Heroes, Acceptance, and Thrice.… Continued →

Following up my very late news from last week, the band Silent Planet dropped their latest song “Vanity of Sleep” and you can check it out below in lyric video format. What do you all think about the new tracks?… Continued →

This new band deserves a proper introduction. They are called “The Upside” and they play a furious blend of pop-punk, alternative rock, and even a bit of easy-core for a unique sound all their own. The band just released their first song today titled “New World” which you can listen to below. I’ve heard 3 of the new songs from their upcoming ep due out this fall and let me tell you, you’re in for a real treat. Punk rock meets ministry meets rock n’ roll.… Continued →

Emerging from their nearly 2 decade long slumber, The Prayer Chain are set to bring the rock and show us all how a well seasoned band of veterans can bring the noise but in a good way. The band are celebrating the 25th anniversary of their debut full length “Shawl” and will be playing hits from not only that album but “Mercury” and other selected tracks as well. Joining the band this Saturday night at House Of Blues in Anaheim, CA. will also include a rare reunion from Dakoda Motor Co.,… Continued →

Grandpa Loves Rhinos will release their new ep this fall digitally through Indie Vision Music. This will be one release you won’t want to miss and a fantastic introduction to a group of guys with unique experience. Paul and Seth Hyde create some of the most catchy, ear pleasing music around while also holding down the fort in their respective jobs in the military. I support our troops and I think we can all give a resounding YES towards supporting Grandpa Loves Rhinos. Ep title and tracklist will be announced soon.… Continued →

Burlap To Cashmere have recently reunited and are playing some comeback shows. Catch the band at The Triple Door in Seattle, WA. this Thursday and in Portland, OR. on Friday. More info can be found below.… Continued →

Alternative & Rock

• The Choir – Kissers and Killers: 25 Year Anniversary Remaster
• The Choir – Kissers and Killers: The Acoustic Sessions
• Eisley – I’m Only Dreaming…Of Days Long Past 
• The New Respects – Before The Sun Goes Down [Single]

Contemporary & Pop

• About the Author – Better Life (LYNX Remix) [Single]
• Austin French – Born Again [Single]
• Building 429 – Assurance [Single]
• Chris Howland – Keep Me [Single]
• Riley Clemmons – Hold On [Single]
• TobyMac –  Everything [Single]
• Westover – Westover

Folk & Singer/Songwriter

• Benjamin Dunn And Friends – Fable EP 
• John Mark Pantana – United Kingdom [EP]
• John Tibbs – Dear Hate [Single]
• Wilkes – Wilkes [EP]

Hard Rock & Metal

• Brandon Estelle – In Red (feat.

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Remember that one time MxPx said some naughty words and got busted by the cops? No? Well watch the punk rock legends MxPx get themselves into trouble (both literally and figuratively) in this fun throwback video to those old timey pop-punk classics. So far, what new song is your favorite – “Rolling Strong” or “Let’s Ride”?… Continued →

The explosive and politically charged new song from Fit For A King titled “The Price of Agony” now has a music video and can be viewed below. This song sounds most excellent, what do you think? “Dark Skies” is out September 14th through Solid State Records and you can pre-order in a few different bundles right here. Oh and in my perfect Beavis voice – FIRE, FIRE, FIRE!!!… Continued →

Check out the new Earth Groans music video for “Avarice”. This new song is available for purchase and streaming via your favorite digital networks. The band’s new album “Rahab” is available for pre-order right here.… Continued →

Silent Planet will release their new album “When The End Began” soon and in celebration (excuse the lateness of this post) they have released a new song titled “Northern Fires (Guernica)” In regard to the lateness of this post, I just plain forgot to post about it in all the craziness of the past few months. In the meantime the band has been working on new music and another new song will be posted by tomorrow? So if you happen to see two new posts about Silent Planet on IVM in the next day or so, that is why.… Continued →

Get ready for a pop-punk explosion of positive vibes and a focus on mental health. It’s probably something that hasn’t been discussed at least in our scene anyway, in a long time. Dive into some super catchy and melodic punk rock that’ll bring a smile to any cynic’s face and help pick you up off the ground. The Heart Like War “Start Over” ep will be available through all digital networks and make sure to support the new lineup at a show near you. Oh and all of our friends in Japan will be super stoked to learn that Heart Like War will be making a stop in your country this November!… Continued →

Attention all IVM friends and fans: Jeff Motekaitis and his radio show – The Undiscovered Sound, will be premiering new and recent music from IVM tonight at 6pm EST!!! Jeff has been a wonderful supporter of everything I’ve done in the past year for the IVM label and our bands. In the next few weeks he will be further exploring the back history of Indie Vision Music with some old classics so don’t miss out on all this awesome exposure. You can find The Undiscovered Sound through Idobi Radio right here and stream live when the show goes on this afternoon/tonight.… Continued →

All you fans of solid underground music don’t forget to check out the Indie Vision Music Webstore for a ton of great deals. New Small Wars 7″ Vinyl is now only $5ea. Plus new and recent albums from the likes of Light The Way, Mainframe, Must Build Jacuzzi, At The Wayside, and The Prettybads. Plus marked down releases from Available At The Counter and all those old school IVM CDs. Once those 10+ year old IVM releases go out of print, that’ll be it forever. I also have “Family & Friends Sampler 3 Pack” for just $4.00!… Continued →

All of you California punk rock fans get excited because the mighty Slick Shoes and legendary Craig’s Brother are joining forces to play an epic night of melodic punk bliss together under one roof for one night only. Slick Shoes will be recording a live record this night. You don’t want to miss it. Show is on August 18th in The Parrish at House of Blues Anaheim. I wish I could be there but I’ll be camping around that time (dang it!). Tickets and info right here.… Continued →

Beautiful songs are one in a million and not so easy to come by regardless of what websites/radio/media throw in your face. Simple songs like this one can be just as powerful as next year’s big chart topping artist. Forum Blue is the new project of Ray Torres of Ray Torres & The Mercy (an artist I wrote about quite a bit over 5 years ago). This song is titled “A Precious Place” and is an honest love letter to his Father who has long since passed.… Continued →

I really have to draw attention to one of the most excellent acoustic pop-punk “cover” tracks done in recent memory. Sef Idle has been playing for years fronting and playing guitar for bands like uniSEF and False Idle but has recently come forward as a skilled acoustic-punk singer/songwriter. Sef Idle just released “Someday, Today” back in May and it is a fitting reminder of how raw, natural talent can captivate the listener. It’s not that often that you hear a Christian singer/songwriter in this genre be so overwhelmingly effective with honesty and conviction, letting the music do the talking through words and song.… Continued →

Alternative & Rock

• joan – portra [EP]
• Knox Hamilton – Beach Boy [EP]
• Motherfolk – Kate Hudson [Single]
• NEEDTOBREATHE – Forever On Your Side (Niles City Sound Sessions) [EP]
• The Protest – Legacy
• Twenty One Pilots – Jumpsuit / Nico And The Niners [Single]

Contemporary & Pop

• Branan Murphy – My Life [Single]
• Building 429 – The Journey [Single]
• Chris Howland – The Martyr (Remix) [Single]
• Crystal Rome – New Life (Chris Howland Remix) [Single]
• Joel Vaughn – On Time [Single]
• Lauren Daigle – You Say [Single]
• Newsong – Already Loved [Single]
• Sarah Reeves – Just Want You [Single]
• Stars Go Dim – You Know Me Better [Single]
• VYLW – Life Isn’t Over [Single]
• Zambroa – Battles [Single]

Folk & Singer/Songwriter

• John Mark McMillan – No Country [Single]
• Vocal Few – Stay [Single]

Hip Hop & Rap

• Aaron Cole – Motions [Single]
• Aaron Dews – Trends [Single]
• Andre Balboa – Preach (Remix) [Single]
• Beacon Light – Catch My Vibe (feat.

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I am really pumped to announce that the Small Wars 7″ Vinyl is finally here! Vinyl Record Pressing out of Florida did a fantastic job and they look beautiful. All pre-orders will begin shipping tomorrow and will finish up in to next week. I will be including some freebies with orders so look for those. Check out pics of this vinyl, below. If you haven’t purchased one yet, they are now $5 in the webstore here and will begin shipping once the orders roll in. The band will also have a bunch of these to sell at shows and such.… Continued →

“Groovy” might be 60s slang, but James Gardin offers a fresh dose of it with his new song “Groove.” Produced by Terem, the track boasts psychedelic synths and a tight beat to back Gardin’s smooth vocals. The song is available on all digital retailers. … Continued →

Southern California based alt-rock band – Weak Made Strong, are releasing their new song “Choir On the Frontline” in lyric video right here today at IVM. Check out the band and song, below.… Continued →

You might not recognize the name Tommee Profitt, but there’s a good chance you’ve heard a song he’s helped produced before. A frequent collaborator of rapper NF, Profitt has turned his attention towards making music for film and television in recent years. Cinematic Songs, Vol. 4 which was released this weekend is his fourth such album and features quite a few artists you might recognize like Sarah Reeves, Colton Dixon, Steven Malcolm, and others. Watch the trailer below and listen to the album on Spotify, Apple Music, Google Play Music, and Amazon Music.… Continued →