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November 10, 2016
My Epic albums are all just $4.99 right now on iTunes, click here. The band recently released “Viscera Ep” to much critical acclaim and admiration. You can catch the band on For Today Farewell Tour with Norma Jean and Silent Planet, now.… Continued →
Future of Forestry Release "Awakened to the Sound" Today
Future of Forestry has delivered some of his best music yet in the form of new album “Awakened to the Sound” which is now available on all digital networks and from FOF right here. The album is available on HD Audio which is a unique listening experience. Check out a stream via spotify, below.… Continued →
Heart Like War - Bring it On
Los Angeles based pop-punk band Heart Like War released this fun little music video for their new song “Bring it On” a few months back and I wanted to spotlight it for those of you that didn’t know who these guys are. The band released their 2nd full length album titled “Fired Up” on Thumper Punk Records back in June of this year. Fans of Mxpx, Sum 41, Blink 182, and old Hawk Nelson will find something to appreciate in this new album.
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Lael Posts New Single Exclusive on Spotify
Lael the new electronic-pop side project of Jeff S. of Number One Gun, has posted a brand new single titled “Because of You (B Side)” exclusively on Spotify. You can listen to this song and the full album “Clarity” (released a few months ago), below. Anyone into this Lael stuff?… Continued →
GFM - Darkness
Beautycore. That’s what this band of sisters calls them selves. Pretty. Clever. GFM has been hard at work with releasing their debut album, ”Identity Crisis”. The band released a kind of mix between bands like Skillet and Barlow Girl mixed with bands like Memphis May Fire and Asking Alexandria. Go check it out! Enjoy the video!
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November 9, 2016
REVIEW : Norma Jean - Polar Similar
The Almighty Norma Jean simply cannot be stopped. The storied band just released their seventh record, and it’s their best yet. They’ve reunited with Solid State records, their production has never sounded better, and despite having been around over fifteen years, Polar Similar proves they haven’t lost any steam.
Norma Jean has been an anomaly for quite a few years. Meridional and Wrongdoers showed the group continuing to stretch themselves to top each previous studio effort. They’ve been on an upward streak since 2010, and I was curious whether they could continue the trend with Polar Similar.… Continued →
The Dawn Retreat Returns from the Dead
The Dawn Retreat, a punk/alternative metal band from the Quad Cities, has risen from the grave after five years of silence. Appropriately, they made their return at the Halloween-themed Whorror Fest on October 29. While their official reunion show isn’t until February, we can likely expect more from the band before then. Until then, you can listen to their previous release below. Also, frontman Dan Smotz has his own music you can find here.
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Facedown Records Tease New Vinyl Pressings
Facedown Records are teasing or rather unveiling new vinyl pressings of some of their catalog of releases. The picture below appears to show quite a few vinyl releases with 3 revealed so far: Comeback Kid “Turn It Around”, xLookingForwardx “The Path We Tread”, and War of Ages “Arise & Conquer”. What will be next? Are you excited about these pressings? It’ll all be available on November 18th. Speaking of Facedown, what has been your favorite release this year from the label? Some really strong efforts have been released so far: Rival Choir, My Epic, Everything in Slow Motion, Hope for the Dying, Poured Out, Comrades, and soon – Those Who Fear (December 9th).… Continued →
ForeverAtLast - Shoreline
Another band I want to highlight is the melodic punk band ForeverAtLast which released an explosive collection of songs last year in the album “Ghosts Again”. The band is touring constantly and you may have caught them at a show this past year. Think of Paramore meets Children 18:3 meets Anberlin meets Heartsounds and you’ve got a good impression of what this female led punk band sounds like. “Ghosts Again” available now wherever fine music is sold. Check out this music video for the song “Shoreline”.… Continued →
Islander - Bad Guy
An album I’ve been enjoying since it was released back in August is by the band Islander. The album is called “Power Under Control” and it has that Blindside meets POD meets Deftones meets Papa Roach vibe. The album was released by Victory Records back on August 5th (stream on spotify below) and this is a video for the track “Bad Buy” off the album. Enjoy!
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The Brilliance - See The Love
The Brilliance have released their new music video for the song “See The Love”. Check it out below. Pre-order the album on iTunes and get this single immediately right here.
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Introducing: The Eagle and Child
A fellow reader alerted me to this talented independent post-rock band called The Eagle and Child. I checked out their 2016 album and just had to introduce them to all of you. Make sure you give this new release titled “All Moments” a listen, below. It is available for purchase here or on all digital networks. Fans of My Epic, Citizens & Saints, Brand New, Watashi Wa/Eager Seas, Anathallo, and Attalus will find something to enjoy here.… Continued →
Dustin Kensrue Release New Vinyl Variant of "Thoughts That Float On a Different Blood"
Dustin Kensrue will release a new vinyl color variant of “Thoughts That Float On a Different Blood”, his live “covers” record that came out earlier in the year. If you order the variant right here, you’ll get a 7″ featuring 2 other “covers” for $25.99. Read Dustin’s blog post on this release here.
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Aaron Strumpel Launches Campaign for New Album
Aaron Strumpel has announced his new album, Fresh Cut Flowers which will feature a mixture of redone hymns and a number of original songs inspired by those hymns. Check out the campaign here.
Rewards range from standard items like CDs and shirts to having Aaron play trumpet on a song for you and a copy of a Christmas duo project, Heck Ya the Halls.
Check out a song from the Christmas project, as well as one of Aaron’s older songs below.
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Jim Hughes (Colossus, ex-For Today) Releases Parody Video
Jim Hughes of the bands Colossus and For Today released a parody video called “All the Fall Things” in October. The song is a parody of Blink 182’s song “All the Small Things”. The song is a pop-punk parody, rather than the metalcore/deathcore/djent Hughes has been involved with. Hughes also works for Facedown Records.
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November 8, 2016
Destroy the Runner to release EP with original members
Destroy the Runner have reunited to release a new EP before the end of 2016.
Introducing Strategic
Check out Strategic, a pop-punk project from the cold north!
The Trade - No Chill Button
Looking for some new hip hop to check out? Check out The Trade’s newest video for their track “No Chill Button”. Good stuff.
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REVIEW : Memphis May Fire - This Light I Hold
Over the years, the name “Memphis May Fire” has become nearly synonymous with the genre commonly referred to as metalcore. Some love metalcore, some not so much, but regardless of your preference, it’s hard to deny that Memphis May Fire is one of the best the genre has to offer. From the guitars chugging away in dropped tunings, to the breakdowns, to the versatility of Matty Mullins’ vocals, the band offers a variety of things to love, and more recently, a few laid back tunes have even made their way into the band’s catalog, showing off their ability to maintain the listener’s interest with some slower, melodic, catchy material.… Continued →
The Festal Shout Release Debut Ep "Tumultuous Noise"
The Festal Shout release their debut EP ‘Tumultuous Noise’ on ZAP Records. Four tracks of riotous, raucous, Holy Spirit punk n roll to revive, to heal, and to worship the Glory of God. Available now for download on all reputable digital download platforms. Take a listen to this most excellent ep below.… Continued →
Kids in the Way (K I D S.) Announce EP Release Dates
After not updating their Facebook page for nearly four years, Kids in the Way (K I D S.) started posting again in April of this year. As it turns out, original members Dave Pelsue, Nathan Hughes, and Austin Cobb have reunited and will be releasing two EPs in 2017. K I D S. announced on October 4th that the first EP will be released in March while the second will be released in October. You can stay up to date with K I D S. by visiting their Facebook page.… Continued →
REVIEW : American Arson - The Blood & The Bones EP
Check out the final EP in the Detroit punk band's Origins Trilogy.
Life In Your Way Start Again
Life In Your Way came out of hiatus and played a show at Souled Out Fest in NY a week ago. The band has plans to make a new album just don’t call it a “reunion”. This is the start of something fresh, new, and exciting. Watch a live video below from their gig. Check out this great interview with Joshua Kellam with Revolver Mag right here about future plans for 2017.
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REVIEW : Songs of Water - Stars and Dust
The six-piece band continues to explore unique instrumentation on a new album that's sure to strike a chord with fans of Sufjan Stevens.
IVM Launch Day Merch
In celebration of the relaunch (and voting) today, I have made 3 new merch items from IVM available for purchase from TeeBlaster. Check out the Laser Light Sign, Mountains logo, and the fire merch. All are available on Gildan print in sizes Small-5XL. Hoodies also available and women’s ts. Also don’t forget about the new SLICK SHOES tshirt/hoodie, Dogwood, Hangnail, and Craig’s Brother stuff that is on sale in our store as well. These are only available for a limited time. All sales of Indie Vision Music signature designs will go towards this relaunch effort.… Continued →
TRAMPS (Ex-Members of The Wedding and The Overseer) - Nashville
New group, TRAMPS, have released their brand new music video for the track “Nashville” off their debut ep due out on November 18th.
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REVIEW : Relient K - Air For Free
If you liked The Force Awakens you should thoroughly enjoy Relient K’s latest record, Air For Free. Both have a hearty dose of nostalgia to welcome you back to the artistic world you originally fell in love with, whether that’s a galaxy far, far away or a playful, punk band from Ohio. Yet there’s enough growth and promising new direction present that the new endeavor’s success doesn’t rely on nostalgia alone. It’s a delicate balance few releases are able to achieve, but the Relient K you know and love came through with flying colors (specifically red, blue, and yellow) on Air For Free.… Continued →
REVIEW : Starflyer 59 - Slow
How many artists can you name with 14 studio albums? There probably aren’t too many. Jason Martin, the man behind Starflyer 59, not only has 14 LPs under his cosmic moniker, but he’s also released and contributed to numerous other projects such as Bon Voyage and Neon Horse. His “blue collar” approach to music (as notated in all his albums) has resulted in a prolific 23-year run in the music industry. Starflyer 59’s newest record, Slow, follows Jason looking back at all he’s been through along the way.… Continued →
The Hotshot Freight Train Release Final Album
I’ve got to report some sad news today that might bother a few of you, the band The Hotshot Freight Train are unfortunately calling it quits but they are going out with a BANG! That’s right, the band has recorded a 12 song final album and have released it today through all digital networks. The album is also available on a very limited edition CD which you can purchase here (limited to 100). I remember working with a few of these guys when they were in a band called Joey’s Loss.… Continued →
REVIEW : Thrice - To Be Everywhere Is To Be Nowhere
Ladies and gentlemen, Thrice is back. Despite their hiatus announcement in 2012, they were adamant they would return. Now after a string of festival dates in 2015, we can behold Thrice’s ninth studio album, To Be Everywhere Is To Be Nowhere. It’s been five years since their last studio effort, and some might have worried it would take some time to shake off the rust. That’s simply not the case. Not only is Thrice back, but they’re better than ever.
Thrice belongs to an elite category of bands that have had the same members devoted for the group’s entire existence.… Continued →