News

A really impressive new group by the name of Collington has just released a music video for the song “Trouble”. If you haven’t heard Collington before then drop what you’re doing right now and give this song a listen. Recommended for fans of Band of Horses, Hozier, Switchfoot, The Fray, and Damien Jurado. It’s an eclectic mix of artists just like the music of Collington. Debut album “In Between”, out now!… Continued →

Ascending King is a one-man extreme metal project from Texas. Stylistically it’s a straight-up 50/50 mix of raw black metal and funeral doom. What’s strange about that mix is just how incredibly well it works here. Slower tempos overall and crushing heaviness reminiscent of sludge without the leftfield tendencies of that subgenre, but with occasional mid-paced blastbeats? Mid-paced blastbeats you say? That’s an oxymoron! You’re right, it certainly is, but there’s no other way to describe certain sections of the aptly-named Funeral of the Species. Really attentive listeners, and readers-of-liner-notes may recognize the name Ruah (Hebrew for ‘spirit’ or ‘wind’) as a temporary member of Elgibbor, filling in on guitar and BGVs on spot dates for the Polish legends.… Continued →

Rock

• Emery –  Shame [Single]
• NEEDTOBREATHE – White Fences (Acoustic Live) [Single]
• Switchfoot –  NATIVE TONGUE [Single]
• VERIDIA – Cheshire Smile [Single]

Pop

• Abby Robertson – More & Less [Single]
• The Afters – Fear No More [Single]
• Anna Ly – This Isn’t Where It Ends [Single]
• Built By Titan – Into the Mist [Single]
• Carmen Justice – Lose Myself to Find Myself [Single]
• Casting Crowns – In the Hands of the Potter [EP]
• Chelsea Amber – Face the Waves
• Francesca Battistelli – Love Somebody [Single]
• Hollyn – Everything and More / Isaac [Single]
• Hyper Fenton – Stir [Single]
• Mokita – With You [Single]
• Plumb –  Crazy About You (Dave Audé Radio Edit) [Single]
• Sarah Reeves – Easy Never Needed You 
• Scott Ralley – Fan My Flame [Single]
• Spencer Kane – Wavy [Single]
• Tasha Layton – Love Lifting Me [Single]
• Tim Be Told – Signs and Traces [Single]

Dance

• Ash Ferrey – Invincible [Single]
• DJ Matheus Lazaretti – We Don’t Never Stop [Single]
• Lnyx – Send Help [Single]

Folk & Singer/Songwriter

• Coyote Choir – Keep Moving On [Single]
• Ross King – Her [Single]
• Zach Winters – Ain’t No Grave [Single]

Metal

• Narnia – We Still Believe: Made in Brazil
• Silent Planet – The New Eternity [Single]
• Tourniquet – Gazing at Medusa
• Vox Heaven – Blessed Them with Flames

Hip Hop

• Anthony Brown & group therAPy – I Got That (feat.

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Switchfoot have marked their comeback by releasing a new song titled “Native Tongue” which is available now. The group’s new album will be out January 18th and is available for pre-order right here with instant download of 4 songs off the album. So what do you think? Watch the music video below.… Continued →

Tourniquet’s brand new full length effort is now available on all digital networks and bandcamp here. Take a listen to the album below (via bandcamp). Now that the album is officially out, what are your thoughts on this new heavy metal record?… Continued →

A really cool festival will take place on October 27th in Richmond, VA. called “Lantern Fest” and it features many bands we’ve talked about right here on IVM. You’ll be able to see performances by bands like DENS, Eaves, Kept on Hold, Bloom, Downhaul, Brain Drain, and more. Check out the Facebook event page here for details.… Continued →

Canadian metallurgic alchemists The Beckoning have posted a new song on for streaming. Mixing progressive, gothic and extreme metal sounds to pleasing results, the track clocks in at a lengthy 10:36! Let’s hope this is a sign of a new album soon. The track can be found on their Bandcamp page.… Continued →

This is a fun record, that’s really easy to listen to. It’s not really ground-breaking, just straight-forward indie rock with really warm guitar tones. While there’s not a lot of distinction between the guitar and bass, for some reason that’s not a bad thing, it just adds to the simplicity. Most readers probably already realize Lo Tom is basically an indie rock supergroup, featuring: David Bazan (Pedro the Lion, Headphones, solo), TW Walsh (Pedro the Lion, The Soft Drugs, solo), Trey Many (Velour 100, His Name is Alive, Liquorice, TW Walsh), and Jason Martin (Starflyer 59, Bon Voyage, Dance House Children, White Lighter).… Continued →

Following up the news yesterday about the much hoped for Anberlin “reunion” will be delighted in this story. Apparently Anberlin will be joining those metalcore innovators – Underoath, for the show of the century in Tampa, FL. at USF Sun Dome December 14th. Poster and ad below.… Continued →

Azusa just released a video for their new single “Heavy Yoke.” Their forthcoming album of the same name releases November 16 on Solid State Records.… Continued →

Brian Ortize, an artist who has been making music at least as long as I have been running IVM, just released his new songs which you can hear below. Brian was a member of Buddy Ruckus and played as part of Telecast for years. Not only that but he has been a worship leader for around a decade now. Check out “Oh The Joy” and “Emmanuel” via his new label home – BEC Recordings below and make sure to purchase wherever you find good digital music.… Continued →

Altar Boys have just released their new album “No Substitute” which is available for purchase in a variety of formats including CD, Vinyl, and Digital right here. This is the album everyone is talking about and a perfect introduction to the long running group in case you haven’t heard. Check out the album below and make sure to purchase a copy today.… Continued →

Update: The band has changed their official website and have posted this same image. Anberlin has been dropping little hints the past few months that are leaving fans guessing. Today they swapped out their profile image on facebook with a new pic that appears to be a photo taped back together. Could this be symbolism? Could this another hint at a reunion? Or is it just a standard photo image swap and/or nothing at all? You debate below and talk about your favorite Anberlin moments from years past.… Continued →

The much loved California based punk rock label, Thumper Punk Records, will be holding a special 10th anniversary show at Angel City in Bellflower, CA. on December 8th. The first bands signed to the label will be playing sets including Absolved, The Way, False Idle, The Hoax, and The King’s Kids. More info can be found on Facebook right here. What a fantastic way to celebrate 10 solid years of underground Christian punk rock!… Continued →

Legendary hardcore punk band- The Blamed, are back with new music and we are proud to stream this first new track titled “I Guess This Is Goodbye”. The song will appear on the group’s new split CD/Digital release with The Satire which is due out by the end of this month. Check out the song below and order good from The Blamed right here. Check out the back album cover below with track listing for the Ep. Art by Josh Bump Galletta… Continued →

A few film makers have embarked on a quest to bring the story of the Ex-Members of Hawk Nelson to life. It is a documentary about Music, Passion, and Friendship. A story about reconciliation and the rebirth as new band, Aid & Effect. Check out the kickstarter for this film right here and get a lot more info than what i’m sharing here (those are Canada prices by the way). Watch the video below.… Continued →

Rock & Metal

• Bennett Hughes – Good News [Single]
• 7eventh Time Down – Help Me [Single]

Pop & Electronic

• Casting Crowns – Nobody [Single]
• Francesca Battistelli – This Could Change Everything [Single]
• Holly Starr – Human (Deluxe Edition)
• Matthew Parker – Breathe [Single]
• Moda Spira – Regret [Single]
• Rachael Nemiroff – Heart of Stone [Single]
• Sada K. – Proud [Single]
• Svrcina – Come Together [Single]
• TobyMac – The Elements
• Tree Giants – Miracle Feels [Single]
• Unspoken – Mistakes [EP]

Folk & Singer/Songwriter

• Sleeping At Last – Atlas: Seven [Single]
• Danny Hallis – Seven Cities Sessions (Live) [EP]
• Jenny & Tyler – There Will Be a Song 
• Jess Ray – What Have We Found Ourselves In [Single]
• Madison Cunningham – Last Boat To Freedom (Piano Version) [Single]
• Wild Harbors – Abigail [Single]

Hip Hop & R&B

• adriansings – Ride [Single]
• At His Feet Ministries – Nazarene [Single]
• Big Yae – We Gone Ride [Single]
• CASS – Not for Sale 
• Christon Gray – Grow Up [Single]
• Efrain – Day One [Single]
• Efrain – Late Bloomer [Single]
• Fedel – Brave III [EP]
• Fvmeless – Zone [Single]
• J.

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The Classic Crime have launched a new Kickstarter crowd funding campaign for their 6th full length record as a band. Go check it out here (or below). Maybe not as many **** and **** etc this time around? 😉 (PS- Album was funded in 5 hours!)… Continued →

Leigh Nash, the singer/songwriter for long running alternative band – Sixpence None The Richer, has launched a crowd funding campaign for her new solo album. Check out the campaign right here.… Continued →

Josh White & Josh Garrels, two powerful singer/songwriters with a strong back catalog of music have teamed up to release a collaborative single and Ep through Gospel Song Recordings / BEC. The first single is “Spirit Resurrect” and you can give a listen to the HOT track below. Song is available now wherever you find your digital music.… Continued →

Check out this brand new single from Mainframe that will be a benefit to support their ministry efforts in a far away land. You can read more on the “single track” page over on bandcamp here and get full details. Stream the instrumental surf-rock track below and donate if you’d like to add the song to your collection. All funds raised from the sale of this single and the group’s 2018 ep “Burn the Boats” will go toward supporting their ministry in this hostile country that isn’t so friendly to those sharing the gospel.… Continued →

Far-Less posted a short rehearsal video on Facebook earlier today. The band will be joining 10 Years, To Whom it May, and State of Illusion on December 30th at The Masquerade in Atlanta, Georgia. You can see the event details right here.… Continued →

Ulterium Records will release the Theocracy album “Mirror of Souls” in honor of the 10th anniversary of this acclaimed album. You can pre-order from Ulterium direct right here. It is a limited pressing and available in 2 different color options (Colored option limited to 150 copies). I still remember hearing this record for the first time and being blown away by not just the quality but the musicianship and those vocals! There really isn’t another “Christian” group like them out there and they deserve all the praise they get.… Continued →

Metalcore fans rejoice. The much loved former Solid State Records band, MyChildren MyBride, will embark on a cross country tour for the 10th anniversary of their break out hit record “Unbreakable”. View dates below and visit them on Facebook here for more info. Bands joining the tour include: Secrets, Capture, Earth Groans, and Half Hearted.… Continued →

Tooth & Nail Records just announced today that the fan loved and critically acclaimed 1997 debut by Pedro The Lion called the “Whole Ep”, is being pressed to 10″ vinyl. Available for $16 right here, is available in 2 different colors and limited to 500 copies each.… Continued →

Thrash band Ritual Servant are in the process of recording a new album, according to their promo agency Bearded Dragon Productions. The band has released a lyric video for the song “Seven Trumpets,” which can be found on their Facebook page.… Continued →

Rock & Metal

• Emery – People Always Ask Me If We’re Gonna Cuss in an Emery Song [Single]
• Gold, Frankincense, & Myrrh – On the Inside [Single]
• Micah Ariss – Save Me Now [Single]
• Mike Mains & The Branches – Endless Summer [Single]
• Russ Taff – I Still Believe [Single]
• Twenty One Pilots – Trench 
• We Are The City – AT NIGHT

Pop & Electronic

• Austin French – Wide Open
• Brandin Reed – I Can’t Be Boxed In [Single]
• for KING & COUNTRY – Burn The Ships 
• Jasmine Murray – While You Were Holding Me [Single]
• Jeremy Ravine – I’m Not Alone [Single]
• Jonathon Waterman – Let It Be You [Single]
• Land of Color – Many Lands [Single]
• Newsong – Look Up [Single]
• Nineclub – Wish List [Single]
• LZ7 – Breakthrough [Single]
• Render the Hearts – Run to Love (Deluxe Edition) 
• Tiffany Coverly – You Lift Me Up [Single]
• TobyMac –  The Elements [Single]

Folk & Singer/Songwriter

• Andie Elise – This Is No Burial [Single]
• Andrew Osenga – The Painted Desert 
• Dave Pettigrew – Me [Single]
• Evan Petruzzi – Breathe [Single]
• The Gray Havens – She Waits 
• Steven Curtis Chapman –  Remember to Remember (Live) [Single]
• Will Retherford – Human [Single]

Hip Hop & R&B

• A.i

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Chamber pop may not be the most well-known, or well-respected genre. Nonetheless, it holds some of the most intricate compositions and rides the line between progressive and radio-friendly. Here are our top 10 chamber pop groups you need to check out. Anything we missed? Add it in the comments. In no particular order… 1. The Oh Hellos This brother/sister duo (plus a couple friends) has truly manager to refine their sound, with their last two EPs showing incredible growth in songwriting and some fairly poetic lyrics to boot.… Continued →

Today is release day for the long awaited new album from For King & Country. The band have just dropped their music video for the title track “Burn The Ships” which is literally about leaving the past behind and stepping into a new day. The song is inspired by those that battle with addictions and breaking free from the past to move on and find hope. This powerful album is proof that it doesn’t matter what style of music you cling to or scene you’re in.… Continued →

DENS have released their new professionally filmed music video for the track “Deadrise” off the recent ep “No Small Tempest” which is available now via Facedown Records.… Continued →