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Punk rock band October Bird of Death has just released their debut ep “Death Made Its Offer” via ZAP Records as of today. Stream it/Download below and purchase in a few different options via the band’s Big Cartel store here. … Continued →

Released in year 2000 was this 3rd and final release by Orange County, CA. punk rock band Value Pac. Head on over to our bandcamp and get this fine out of print release for free right now. Thanks to former Fourdoor Entertainment owner Chuck Cummings for his blessing on posting this up for download. … Continued →

The prog metal act Mantric has announced they will be entering the studio in April. For those who don’t know who Mantric is, they are the members of the band known as Lengsel, formerly of Solid State Records. The band formed in 2007 in Oslo, Norway. The band has hosted all the members of Lengsel, David Husvik from Extol, and Anders Lidal of Benea Reach. Mantric is currently independent. The band released an EP and a full-length in 2015 and have released the vinyl for them in July last year.… Continued →

It’s bittersweet news I announce today. Well loved Orange County, CA. ska/punk band The O.C. Supertones have indeed announced their last show ever and 20th anniversary celebration of the classic album “Supertones Strike Back” taking place at Shoreline Church in San Clemente, CA. June 3rd with Pax 217 opening the show. Tickets go on sale March 17th at OCSUPERTONES.com for $20ea. There is also an awesome “Ultimate Fan Experience” ticket available for $200 that includes a whole bunch of fun activities and goodies that you can read more about below (on sale now).… Continued →

Waymaker is yet another strong release from American Arson, showcasing a blend of punk, pop-punk, alternative, and straight up rock. It's a passionate EP ripe with self-referential treasure from the rest of the band's discography and serves as a great starting point for new listeners to get acquainted with exactly what these two guys from Detroit can do.

Staten Island representatives Freestyle Fam have released a music video for their new song “Work Boy.” Featuring production from Tha Kracken and Freddie Bruno, this track is sure to appease those who like their hip-hop raw and aggressive. Check out the video below – and don’t be surprised if you have whiplash afterward.  … Continued →

Jason Dunn (Ex-Hawk Nelson/Lights Go Down) has posted his brand new single titled “Rock Bottom” of which you can hear below. The song is available for purchase through all digital networks and streaming on Spotify. … Continued →

Michael Sweet and John Schlitt will be playing a series of acoustic shows in Brazil this summer.… Continued →

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

Contemporary & Pop

• 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]

Hard Rock & Metal

• Demon Hunter – Half as Dead [Single]

Praise & Worship

• 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.

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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 →

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. … Continued →

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] … Continued →

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. … Continued →

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. … Continued →

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 →

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. … Continued →

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! Moses Uvere & DJ OC2 from G Rock TV on Vimeo.… Continued →

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 →

Newly signed Illect Recordings hip hop artist Armond WakeUp has released his brand new single titled “Bless My Soul”. Take a listen below.… Continued →

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 →

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 →

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’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! … Continued →

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. … Continued →

Read this review of Dire's "Volume 1"

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. … Continued →

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. … Continued →

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. … Continued →

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 →

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 →