REVIEW : Tracings - Bloodlines & Anchors
From Fargo, ND post-hardcore band Tracings brings their newest EP, Bloodlines & Anchors. Read on for the full review.
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March 2, 2015
February 27, 2015
REVIEW : kids - Rich Coast
A review of Kids' debut LP, Rich Coast.
February 26, 2015
Embers In Ashes – Set Fire
Embers In Ashes have released a new music video for their track, ‘Set Fire’, from their recent full-length album, Killers & Thieves. Check out the video below.… Continued →
REVIEW : My Ransomed Soul - Trilateral
This album shows immense growth from the group, along with an unharnessed potential for continued growth. In short, this is the album that won’t let me forget about My Ransomed Soul anytime soon.
February 22, 2015
REVIEW : Red - Of Beauty and Rage
Following a middling album in "Release the Panic," veteran rockers RED seek to redeem themselves with "Of Beauty and Rage." Does this new album prove to be a return to form? Find out here.
Atrocities - Pride
Hot on the heels of the band’s recent review here on IVM comes this great music video of the song “Pride” taken from the band’s new “Demo” available right here. Video can be found below.… Continued →
February 20, 2015
REVIEW : Atrocities - Demo
Atrocities brings an energetic, robust hardcore sound into this short, but power packed three song demo. Read on for the review.
February 19, 2015
Joshua Powell & The Great Train Robbery - Cave of Clouds
Check out this performance video of "Cave of Clouds" from Joshua Powell & The Great Train Robbery.
INTERVIEW : Naturalist
An IVM exclusive interview with post-hardcore band Naturalist. Conversation topics include their intriguing cover art, the new album direction, and staring at people just to creep them out.
February 17, 2015
We Are The City - King David
Check out We Are The City's music video for their single "King David."
REVIEW : 6'10" - The Humble Beginnings Of A Rovin' Soul
Tobin Bawinkel and his new project 6’10,” dropped the thrashing guitars and bagpipes of in his usual gig, Celtic Punk band Flatfoot 56, and has gone unplugged. Read on for the full review.
February 16, 2015
REVIEW : Drew Holcomb And The Neighbors - Medicine
Continuing their union of melancholy and redemption, the album is consistent from start to finish. Blending the traditional singer-songwriter template with contemporary sensibilities, it may be a modern classic. So if you’re sick of today's mainstream music, Medicine is the perfect remedy.
February 13, 2015
REVIEW : Aaron Strumpel - Bright Star
Aaron Strumpel continues to push against the limits of Christian music, and although Bright Star may not be his most experimental, it's a fine showcase for the care, creativity, and simple beauty of his music.
February 12, 2015
The Variant - Old Friend
Check out this new music video from The Variant (Ex - Rest.).
February 10, 2015
REVIEW : Flyleaf - Between the Stars
Click ahead to read my review of Flyleaf's transition from metal to pop-rock.
The Calvinists - Limited Atonement
Check out John Calvin and the rest of his punk rock pals in The Calvinists, perform the new song “Limited Atonement” in the form of a lyric video below. The song (along with a few others) are now available on digital networks for purchase. Oh and I heard a former member of punk band Ghoti Hook is involved in this project.… Continued →
INTERVIEW : Ellie Holcomb
This is a transcript of a phone interview I had over digital coffee today with CCM singer-songwriter Ellie Holcomb. The 30 minute conversation includes topics such as her album As Sure as the Sun, her involvement with Drew Holcomb & the Neighbors, potential collaboration with Jon Foreman, touring plans, a relatively-unknown side project, and her thoughts on streaming services.
February 7, 2015
REVIEW : Mike Farris - Shine For All The People
Mike Farris brings an amazing combination of rock/blues, Gospel, R&B, New Orleans Jazz to his latest release. But, it's really his soulful voice that does the real shining on the Grammy Nominated 'Shine for All The People.' Read on for the full review.
February 5, 2015
REVIEW : Judgement X Day - The Altar
If you like your music raw, fast and heavy, then look no further. Read on for the review of Judgement X Days's new debut EP, 'The Altar'.
February 3, 2015
REVIEW : The Gray Havens - Fire and Stone
The Gray Havens' debut full length, Fire and Stone, is a delight.
REVIEW : The Soil & The Sun - Meridian
Meridian is a musical onslaught, an aural tempest which drowns out all else until The Soil & The Sun is all that you know.
February 2, 2015
REVIEW : Derek Minor - Empire
With Minorville, Derek Minor came into his own as a producer, writer, and emcee. But minor flaws aside (pun intended), Empire takes the crown as his best album to date. From its gladiatorial beginning to it’s Twilight Zone-trap-music finale, Empire is a powerful statement on kingdom-building & has raised the bar for what could be a fantastic year for music.
February 1, 2015
REVIEW : The Collection - Ars Moriendi
The Collection's latest album, Ars Moriendi, is a set of poignant, beautiful reflections of death, doubt, and faith set against a lush, orchestral folk backdrop.
January 31, 2015
REVIEW : Least of These - Mere Image
With latest release, “Mere Image,” Least of These is all set to continue their upward rise. Read on for the full review.
January 28, 2015
REVIEW : Talkie - Talkie EP
Talkie is the band that I always knew I needed to hear. Now you should hear them too. Check out my review of their grungy debut EP.
January 27, 2015
INTERVIEW : Aaron Gillespie
A phone interview of Aaron Gillespie conducted by Ian Zandi for IVM on 1.27.15. Topics include his new worship album, touring plans, his time with Paramore, Breaking Bad, streaming music, and vinyl purchases.
January 25, 2015
REVIEW : The Frozen Ocean - Skeleton Key
'Skeleton Key' is the passion product of a man named Dave. The name “Dave” might sound ordinary and not that interesting. Dave is one of the most common names out there. What could he possibly bring to the table that any other Dave can’t provide to us already? Dave Swanson is actually quite the contrary to that.
January 21, 2015
The Altar Billies - Aim'n High
Check out this toe tappin’, swing dancin’ new video from The Altar Billies for the song “Aim’n High” off their 2014 release “Head’n Out West”. Video can be found below.… Continued →
January 20, 2015
REVIEW : Of Lions - Of Lions EP
Released early last year, Hardcore band Of Lions (formerly Lion of Judah) has put together an impressive EP with much promise. Read on for the review.
January 19, 2015
REVIEW : Misty Edwards - Little Bird
Misty Edwards has been going to IHOP in Kansas City, KS for over 15 years now. No, not the pancake restaurant (though maybe she has, I don’t follow worship leader’s eating habits). This is the review for Misty's latest album, 'Little Bird'