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Formerly Bodies is another member of the growing community of singer-songwriter acts with electric guitars and delay pedals (think Julien Baker and Many Rooms). Thankfully this scene is still fairly diverse and it’s always refreshing to see a female artist deviate from pop and electronica. The Michigan-based project is run by Hannah Weir, who draws influence from Now, Now and My Epic – if anything, that should give you a good idea of the potential at hand. Although the sound is stripped down, it never feels too empty.… Continued →

10 years ago seems like it has passed within an instant. Some of these albums listed below are forgotten hits and some are still being played today. This list are my recommendations and mine alone. Feel free to disagree with my selections. Check out some of these now “classic” albums from the year 2008, below. The Best of 2008: 10 Years, A Look Back. Brave Saint Saturn as #1?… Continued →

Atlas is an artsy mix of post-rock and strong percussion grooves, paired with numerous sing-along moments.

The newly revived independent label – Steadfast Records, has announced plans to re-release “Fallen Star Collection” by the now classic emo/punk band Brandtson. In honor of this classic album which was the follow up to their debut “Letterbox” and first to showcase the band in their own unique element. You can pre-order this 20th anniversary edition with new layout and in a couple different beautiful colors and options, right here. Read the full description below with details on the pressing and what’s included.… Continued →

That’s right friends, your favorite San Diego based hard rock band P.O.D. will be releasing their new album titled “Circles” on November 16th 2018 on Mascot Label Group. Check out the embedded tweet below for proof. More album info coming next Friday September 7th. We are, We Are, the Youth of the Nation! Pretty cool that now P.O.D. and Little Hurricane are both under the same label umbrella (two groups I enjoy).… Continued →

Tooth & Nail has just put up some new pressings of Emery “The Weak’s End” and “The Question” on vinyl from their webstore right here. This is the first time “The Weak’s End” is being pressed since Broken Circles put it out years ago. These new pressings are available in 2 different color options and appear to be shipping now. Limited to 500 copies. You can also pick up some other cool vinyl in the T&N store from bands like Dead Poetic, Further Seems Forever, As Cities Burn, Tyson Motsenbocker, Starflyer 59, and more.… Continued →

Everyone needs to drop what they are doing on this fine Wednesday and check out this new band Ironside. The band features former members of Fighting Jacks, Stavesacre, and Echocast (among others). They just released a couple of new songs which serve as their debut. Check out the songs below and download here (bandcamp). The songs are also available through ALL digital networks. The lyric video for “Doomsday” can be found below. Recommended for fans of: Thrice, Deftones, Incubus, Faith No More, and Failure.… Continued →

The debut ep from Grandpa Loves Rhinos will be out on September 7th via Indie Vision Music. Pre-order on limited CD right here. Ep will be available on all digital networks beginning September 7th. CDs will ship later in September once finished at manufacturing plant. All orders containing this CD will ship together once available. The Ep will feature 5 awesome tracks, all mastered by Sef at Simpul Studio. Artwork for the release is done by Brian Middleton of Colesmith Comics.… Continued →

Thumper Punk Records has announced the release of Platoon 1107 “Day of Anger: Part 3” Ep. You can find out more info on this hard hitting new release, below.… Continued →

Lovelite are back with a brand new song titled “Mercy Rain” off the upcoming release “Apocalypse Hymnal”. Check out the song below.… Continued →

This band – Brave Future, a group I’ve been constantly hyping right here on IVM is back with another NEW song titled “Repair”. Former members of the great Sent By Ravens make up Brave Future and this song is nothing short of extraordinary. Seriously, an incredible piece of work and a band to keep your eyes on. Check out the new song below.… Continued →

This incredible new band from Texas called “Relent” have just launched another new single titled “Changed” off their upcoming album, “Heart Attack”. These guys with their fiery brand of Nu-Metal mixed with aggressive rock n’ roll are here to win over new fans and souls for God’s kingdom. If you’re into bands like Islander, P.O.D., Korn, Deftones, then you are going to love this band. Check out the song below.… Continued →

For King & Country have gotten quite creative, with an artistic attempt at creating an engaging music video. It feels as though each one of their new music videos comes across as a sort of mini-movie. It’s quite an impressive undertaking and shows a group with talent that many others lack in their presentations. I think these guys are going to really impact listeners with this new album and if these new songs are any indication of the direction of this new album, count me as number one fan.… Continued →

Fireflight have come back strong with their recent new songs and “Die Free” certainly proves this fact. The band hits you over the head with their explosive take on modern rock with a twist. Check out this lyric video “Die Free” with an important message to share.… Continued →

I come with sad news today. A band IVM has written quite a bit about over the past 10+ years, We Came As Romans, has lost a cherished member, Kyle Pavone. Kyle passed away yesterday at the young age of 28. Details of his passing are not yet available and it really isn’t important at this time. What is important is that we all send our condolences to the family of Kyle and band mates left behind. I pray that God will grant all of those left behind peace, hope, and understanding during this difficult time.… Continued →

Need a new worship tune for Sunday morning? The Quiet Science got you covered with their new song “Defiant Joy (White Horse).” Check out the song below and find it on Apple Music and Spotify. … Continued →

In case you missed it, Thrice released another new song. This one is called “Only Us” and is streaming now on Apple Music and Spotify. Their new album Palms comes out September 14th and you can pre-order it on thrice.net. You can also listen to their other recent single “The Grey” below too. … Continued →

I mentioned this band back at the beginning of the summer in my post “7 Bands I’ve Discovered on Spotify This Year” but since they’ve got a new single out this weekend I thought I’d take time to give them a proper introduction. Apollo LTD is a alternative pop band from Nashville, TN consisting of Jordan Phillips and Adam Stark. The band is signed to Residence Music, a subset of Centricity Music, who goal to help Christian artists who desire to make more than just worship songs.… Continued →

As you’ve probably heard Mae is back and releasing a new album on Tooth & Nail this fall. In expectation of the new album the band have released their second single titled “Let It Die” streaming on music services now. … Continued →

I’m not sure which is harder: adding vegetables to my diet or adding worship songs to my playlists. Both are good for me, but generally speaking I’d prefer just about anything else. Thankfully not all vegetables are bland and neither are all worship songs. And on that note I’ve got a new song from the band Marshall Marshall to share with you today. It’s called “Fall to My Knees” and is streaming now on Apple Music, Spotify, and on YouTube below. … Continued →

Alternative & Rock

• Mae – Let It Die [Single]
• Tiger Drive – Views [EP]

Contemporary & Pop

• The Afters – Well Done [Single]
• Andrew Ripp – The Heart [EP]
• Apollo LTD – Gold [Single]
• Building 429 – Always Only You [Single]
• Cade Thompson – Grateful (Neon Feather Remix) [Single]
• for KING & COUNTRY – Amen [Single]
• Nolan G. – Talk About Us [Single]

Folk & Singer/Songwriter

• Becca Bradley – The Sun Will Rise Again [Single]
• John Mark McMillan – Ten Thousand (Alternate Full Band Version/Remastered 2018) [Single]
• Kathy Mattea – Mercy Now [Single]

Hard Rock & Metal

• Fit For A King – Oblivion [Single]

Hip Hop & Rap

• Aaron Boyd – Jericho [Single]
• Aaron Cole – Exclusive [Single]
• Canon – Trolls [Single]
• Christon Gray – Together Forever [Single]
• Davecreates – Someone Else, Pt.

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Finally, after all these months of waiting in anticipation following the smash hit success of their first single “What We Used To Do” the band Grandpa Loves Rhinos are ready to roll out their latest and greatest Ep ever titled “Better Eat Your Wheaties”. The 5 song Ep will release sometime next month (release date to be announced shortly). View the album cover and track listing below. The Ep will be available on very limited CD (4 panel Eco Wallet) via a preorder in the IVM webstore right here.… Continued →

Armond WakeUp has a new video for “Revelation Is Revolution,” taken from Even If I Lose. This creative visual was filmed by Matelli Graves, and edited by Gabyo, whose clients have included Ralph Lauren, XXXTentacion, and Lil Yachty. Check it out below and be sure to catch the interview Armond had with RadioU last Friday.… Continued →

RockFest Records artist Zahna (AKA Susana Martinez, former vocalist of ILIA) dropped her debut record this weekend. The album is titled Red for War and you can find it on Apple Music, Spotify, Google Play, and Amazon Music. If you’re a fan of female-fronted hard rock bands like Lacey Sturm and The Letter Black you’ll want to check this one out. … Continued →

I know CCM isn’t standard IVM fare but I’d like to take a minute to share a song from a young and upcoming teenage artist named MacKenzie Phillips. “Completely Incomplete” is an enjoyable surprising strong pop single from the thirteen-year-old singer/songwriter. You can listen to the song below and find it on Apple Music and Spotify. … Continued →

You may not know who Fleurie is but there’s a good chance you’ve heard her voice before. The Nashville-based artist has had her music featured in a lot of TV and movies recently (The Shape of Water, Bones, and Marvel’s Cloak & Dagger to name a few). She’s also appeared on songs like NF’s “Mansion” and House of Heroes’ “Crash.” Oh, and she’s written music with quite a few other artists like Sarah Reeves, Local Sound, and Cody Carnes.… Continued →

The Orange County, CA singer/songwriter Madison Cunningham has released a new single and music video. The song is called “All At Once” and you can watch the video below. If you like what you hear be sure and check out her other recent single “Beauty Into Clichés” as well her newest EP Love, Lose, Remember. … Continued →

The pop-soul-rock-n-roll band The New Respects have finally released their first full-length album. The album is called Before The Sun Goes Down and is streaming now on all major music services. Watch the music videos for their two most recent singles “Before The Sun Goes Down” and “Freedom” below. … Continued →

The Nashville-based alternative band Tiger Drive released a new remix EP titled Views today. The EP features four different remixes of their song “Legend” by Petey Mac, RMC, Royal Vera, and CLAUDIØ. You can stream the remixes on Spotify below. … Continued →

Alternative & Rock

• Household – Give Me Time [Single]
• The Bell Jar – I Infest, Therefore I Am
• The New Respects – Before The Sun Goes Down 
• Thrice – Only Us [Single]
• Weathered – Stranger Here
• Zahna – Red For War

Contemporary & Pop

• Austin French – I Need a Hallelujah [Single]
• Building 429 – I Still Believe [Single]
• Fleurie – Portals
• Sarah Reeves – Always Been You [Single]

Dance & Electronic

• Jaisua – Chasing Grace [Single]
• Kareem Martin – Unconventional Love [Single]

Folk & Singer/Songwriter

• Andrew Ripp – God Knows (Must Be Love) [Single]
• Arthur Alligood – Portage, Vol.

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