News
March 11, 2017
Michael Sweet and John Schlitt will be playing a series of acoustic shows in Brazil this summer.… Continued →
March 10, 2017
New Releases: March 10, 2017
Alternative & Rock
- Aaron Sprinkle – Never Alone [Single]
- Jason Dunn – Rock Bottom [Single]
- Judah & The Lion – Folk Hop N’ Roll (Deluxe)
- Knox Hamilton – The Heights
- The New Respects – Here Comes Trouble [EP]
- Tennies – Ghost [Single]
- Young Fox – Sky Beats Gold
- Colton Dixon – Down [Single]
- Grayson | Reed – Bloom (Radio Version) [Single]
- Jason Marcotte – If I Got You [Single]
- John Waller – Awakening [Single]
- Kolby Koloff – No Room (JSAPP Remix) [Single]
- Mandisa – Unfinished [Single]
- MercyMe – Lifer [Single]
- Selah – Lord, I Trust You [Single]
- Demon Hunter – Half as Dead [Single]
- Aaron Shust – Love Made A Way (Live)
- Daniel Bashta – My Resurrection (Live)
- Greg Sykes – Reverse [EP]
- Hillsong Young & Free – Where You Are (Reimagined) [Single]
- Kim Walker-Smith – Throne Room [Single]
- Out Of The Dust – Out Of The Dust
- Shelly E.
REVIEW : October Bird of Death - Death made its offer
The windy city during the mid 90s was a whirlwind of punk rock bands that came and went, but their reputations and influence still resonate to this day. There is one modern day street punk band that has emerged from the shadows and is currently tearing up the city of Chicago one mosh pit at a time. That band is, October Bird Of Death. If the name hasn’t already caught your attention, I assure you, their music will.
Death made its offer is 8 songs clocking in at 18 minutes.… Continued →
Church Tongue - Acid Jesus
Check out the brand new music video from Church Tongue for their track “Acid Jesus”. The song appears on the band’s recent album “Heart Failure” , available now through Blood & Ink Records.
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Janet Blair - Creation's Song
I’d like to introduce our readers to a new artist by the name of Janet Blair. She just released her debut song titled “Creation’s Song” that you can listen to below. For fans of Regina Spektor, Ellie Holcomb, Florence + The Machine, and Tori Amos. Her debut “Songs for the Waiting” will release on April 7th 2017. [Facebook]
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GAWVI - God Speed
Electro-pop and dance artist GAWVI has released his brand new single titled “God Speed” of which you can listen to below. The song features the talents of Andy Mineo and KB. The track will appear on the debut full length from GAWVI titled “We Belong” drops on March 31st through Reach Records.
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Hearts Like Lions - It's Not Gonna Be This Way
Check out the new Stranger Things inspired music video for Hearts Like Lions “It’s Not Gonna Be This Way”. The song appears on the band’s brand new album “If I Never Speak Again” available now through Tooth & Nail Records.
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Demon Hunter - Half As Dead
Demon Hunter, metalcore act, has released yet another single from their upcoming album, Outlive, called “Half As Dead”. The band started in 2000 as a project of Ryan and Don Clark’s (ex-Training for Utopia). Over the years, the lineup has solidified as Ryan (Vocals), Jon Dunn (Bass), Patrick Judge (Guitar), Jeremiah Scott (Guitar), and Timothy “Yogi” Watts (Drums). The album is due out on March 31. The new track is called “Half As Dead”. Like all the songs I’ve heard from the new album, it’s heavy, but melodic.… Continued →
March 9, 2017
American Arson Reflects on Passion in New Music Video
As we’ve come to expect, American Arson has unveiled a new video in preparation to the release of their Waymaker EP on March 31. The song is characteristically anthemic and gives us a good look at drummer Jesse Gentry’s vocals. It’s a great first look at the upcoming release and showcases an interesting, though subtle, change in direction for the duo.
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Latest G-Rock Episode Featuring Light The Way Extreme Sports Video
G-Rock TV has just posted their latest episode online for streaming. This episode features a pretty cool Light The Way music video set to skate/surf/snow segments for their track “BRKN”. Light The Way “video” starts at 19:45. More G-Rock episodes can be found here. Enjoy!
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Little Hurricane - OTL (Official Music Video)
I am a personal fan of the music from this So Cal. dirty blues duo named Little Hurricane. I’ve been promoting their music since the very beginning when I found out Anthony Catalano (Ex-Next in Line) began a new project. You may not appreciate the fondness I have for this group nor agree with me that they are one of finest most cutting edge indie artists in their genre. One thing is for certain I’m a sucker for a good hook in song and I feel that these two make beautiful music that anyone can enjoy.… Continued →
Armond WakeUp - Bless My Soul
Newly signed Illect Recordings hip hop artist Armond WakeUp has released his brand new single titled “Bless My Soul”. Take a listen below.… Continued →
Means "Sending You Strength" 10 Year Anniversary Vinyl Release
Facedown Records is doing a special limited 10th anniversary pressing of the now classic melodic hardcore album “Sending You Strength” by the band – Means. Pre-order right here. Listen to this classic album below.… Continued →
Throwback Review 3: Royalty - The Dawn Retreat
Welcome to our third edition of throwback reviews. I know it has been a couple weeks since the last one, so I hope you’re ready for a good one. Today’s feature is The Dawn Retreat, who have recently reunited with a new single. While the new single shows a progression in sound and lyrical maturity, I invite you to follow me back to 2011 to the release of their first album.
Royalty is 11 tracks (well, 12 if you have the CD with the acoustic bonus track) of late-teen, mid-to-late 2000s angst.… Continued →
Poured Out disbanding
The hardcore band Poured Out has decided to call it quits. They’ve been around for 3 years and have released two EPs and one studio album titled To the Point of Death. The band has been signed to Facedown Records for a year. Yesterday, the band put out a statement that they have decided to call it quits. The band is slated to play Facedown Fest in May, but I bet that will not be the final show. They are working on the date currently for their final show.… Continued →
Death Therapy - Wake Me (When I'm Dead)
Death Therapy’s new album dropped about a week and a half ago and they have already released their first music video. The song “Wake Me (When I’m Dead)” brings out some goth rock and groove metal all over the track. The song is short but sweet, but still brings the intensity. Ladies and Gentlemen, I present Death Therapy’s video for “Wake Me (When I’m Dead)”. Enjoy!
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March 7, 2017
American Arson to Release New EP, Midwest Tour
Detroit rock/punk outfit American Arson has announced a new EP, Waymaker, slated for a Mar. 31 release date, as well as an accompanying tour with with North Winds. Check out the full announcement and tour dates below. Waymaker is the first release of the band not included in the Origins Trilogy, and it’s sure to bring more of what we’ve grown to love about the duo.
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REVIEW : Dire - Volume 1
Read this review of Dire's "Volume 1"
March 6, 2017
Introducing: Army of Bones
This is one of the most talented new indie acts to grace our scene in recent memory. The band is called Army of Bones and the band features former Delirious vocalist/guitarist Martin Smith. The band just released their self titled debut on March 3rd and I think these guys definitely deserve a minute of your time. You Spotify listeners can check out the album below.
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Rapture - Once to Die
Check out the raging heavy beats of Los Angeles based hardcore band, Rapture, on this new single “Once to Die”. The song will appear on the band’s first full length release “Victory” due out later this year. If you missed last year’s ep “Persevere”, check it out below.
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Signum Regis - Damnatio Ad Bestias
Check out this rad new power metal song from Signum Regis titled “Damnatio Ad Bestias”. From the upcoming album “Decennium Primum” due out March 17th 2017. Pre-order right here or on iTunes/Amazon.
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No Lost Cause Recording New Album
Punk/Ska band No Lost Cause featuring a friend and one of our writers Rob Jensen, are recording their third release in just a few weeks. Give these guys a listen if you haven’t yet and prepare for something great in 2017. Let’s just hope Rob keeps the punk/ska vibe rolling along 😉… Continued →
March 5, 2017
Check Out: The Pacific Notebook (Solo Project of Jonathan Caro)
Jonathan Caro is a busy and hard working man. Not only does he have a full time job and family to attend to but he also somehow manages to find the time to record music for multiple projects like My Compatriots, Windowsill Audrey, B is Bridgie, and now his “solo” act “The Pacific Notebook“. Check out this lo-fi collection of dreamy pop songs perfect for the upcoming spring and summer months. Somehow visions of Brian Wilson immediately pop into my head while giving these a listen.… Continued →
Introducing: DIRE
This really cool groove oriented metalcore band called DIRE emailed me and now I’m sharing their ripping new tunes with you right now. The band recently released their full length “Volume 1” that you can listen to below. The band has a sound that would please fans of Living Sacrifice, As I Lay Dying, Demon Hunter, The Showdown, and Killswitch Engage. Very groove oriented and heavy METAL. These guys are just drenched in talent and it is clearly evident on their 15 song full length release, Volume 1.… Continued →
Slick Shoes LIVE Videos
Check out a few videos of Slick Shoes performing live in Texas from the past two shows with MxPx a few weeks back. I’ve included a few MxPx vids below too. If you missed out on getting Slick Shoes merch from any of their last few shows, you can order them online from us here. Slick Shoes has a brand new Instagram account so follow them here: @SlickShoesBand
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Free Hip Hop and Rap Compilation From Jesus Freak Hideout
Check out “Who Are They Anyway?” a new 23 track rap and hip hop compilation featuring a variety of artists across the U.S. and beyond. It is available exclusively from JesusFreakHideout.com for free right here.… Continued →
Lael - Bigger Smaller
Check out a music video for the new Lael track “Bigger Smaller”, below. Lael is the new project of Jeff Schneeweis formerly of Number One Gun. Lael website.
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The Giant and The Tailor - SYNTHETIC
Check out the spoken word inspired alt rock of The Giant & The Tailor with their brand new track “SYNTHETIC” of which you can hear below. I’m getting a Coheed and Cambria meets mewithoutYou meets Mae vibe here. Good stuff.
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Joel & Tiffany Hosler (Ex-Noise Ratchet) - Lion & The Lamb (Bethel Music Cover)
Joel Hosler former frontman for Noise Ratchet has a new music project with his wife Tiffany and they just uploaded a cover of “Lion & The Lamb” by Bethel Music that you can watch below. Follow their music project here on Facebook.
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March 4, 2017
REVIEW : Colliding by Design - Acceptance
Plenty of bands have reunited to mass appeal lately, but does the latest offering from Acceptance follow suit?