REVIEW : Thousand Foot Krutch - The End Is Where We Begin
A review of the veteran rocker's new album, "The End Is Where We Begin"
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April 14, 2012
Dakota Motor Co - Stand Up
Today’s Video Flashback is from the female led Alt-Rock band from the early 90’s, Dakota Motor Co. The song is “Stand Up”, off their “Welcome Race Fans” album (1994 Myrrh Records). The band released two major full lengths with original singer, Davia before she eventually quit and a new singer was brought in for their final album in 1996 (Atlantic Records). The members of this group have all gone on to do other things and music endeavors. Look them up.… Continued →
REVIEW : Fike - The Moment We've Been Waiting For
Integrity Music's newest band, Fike, consisting of husband and wife duo, Dana and Richie; released their debut album during Easter. Check out the review.
REVIEW : Planetshakers - Heal Our Land
Planetshakers have released their newest album 'Heal Our Land', their second on Integrity Music. Here is the review.
April 13, 2012
INTERVIEW : Heath McNease
I recently got to sit down with Heath McNease (and by sit down, of course, I mean e-mailed) and talk to him about the life and times of a man who never sleeps. With more albums out in the last year than many artists have in their entire careers, I wanted to find out just what makes the man tick, what inspired an entire 8-bit Nintendo themed album, and why it’s hard for indie artists trying to make a buck in today’s world.
So first off, I’ve gotta ask… with 3-4 albums out in the last year alone, do you ever sleep?
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REVIEW : 7 Horns 7 Eyes - Throes of Absolution
7 Horns 7 Eyes is set to release their album Throes of Absolution on April 24, check out the review!
Mxpx
Today’s Video Flashback is from Mxpx. I am featuring two songs/videos by them, one in 1995 “Teenage Politics” (From ‘Teenage Politics’ Tooth & Nail Records), and the other 2005 “Heard That Sound” (From ‘Panic’ Side One Dummy Records). I first got into this band in 1994 with their Pokinatcha album after some random dude recommend that I check out the cd at a Christian bookstore when I was in high school. I have followed them through each subsequent release over the years and have seen them multiple times live.… Continued →
April 12, 2012
REVIEW : Ghostree - Ghostree EP
A mixed bag from the British quartet...
REVIEW : Desperation Band - Center Of It All
Integrity Music's Desperation Band is back with another offering, 'Center of it All' that released to stores on the 10th April. Check out the review.
INTERVIEW : Truly, Truly
Fans of Oh, Sleeper and UnderOath. Check out, Truly, Truly of Summit, MS. This is a name you will soon know. You can download their song, “Peace, Perfect Peace” for free via their family site. Come get to know these good ole southern boys (and jokesters).… Continued →
Acceptance - Different
Today’s Video Flashback is from the well loved and appreciated band, Acceptance. The song “Different” appeared on the “Phantoms” album (2005 Columbia Records).… Continued →
April 11, 2012
REVIEW : The Violet Burning - The Story of Our Lives
Hop in your Delorean and take a trip to 2011; check out this review of The Violet Burning`s The Story of Our Lives.
REVIEW : Run Kid Run - Patterns
Run Kid Run release their third effort on tooth and nail. Can it live up to the amazing debut that got me interested in the genre? Comment your opinions!
REVIEW : Christy Nockels - Into the Glorious
Sixsteps' Records Christy Nockels has released her sophomore project 'Into the Glorious' after the well acclaimed 'Life Light Up' in 2009. Here is the review.
REVIEW : Debra Arlyn - Heartbeat
Homeslice Music's newest signing in Debra Arlyn releases her first CCM release after many years in the mainstream writing about love and relationships. Here is the review of 'Heartbeat'.
REVIEW : Skyhook - Raise the Stars
A review of the worship-rocker's latest EP, "Raise the Stars".
Ascend the Hill - Teaser
Check out this video teaser from Ascend the Hill for their upcoming (Free) album “O Ransomed Son”, due out next week. This teaser features guest vocals by Dustin Kensrue of Thrice.… Continued →
Kids in the Way - Apparitions of Melody
Today’s Video Flashback is from Kids in the Way for their song “Apparitions of Melody” (2005 Flicker Records). Does anyone know what happened to the band’s reunion comeback?… Continued →
REVIEW : Home is Calling - Evening Lights
Home Is Calling is a newly formed worship rock group. Check out the review!
April 10, 2012
REVIEW : Demon Hunter - True Defiance
Demon Hunter released True Defiance from its cage today. Check out the review.
A Past Unknown - Nothing to Hide
A Past Unknown have released their new video for the song “Nothing to Hide” off of the album “To Those Who Are Perishing” (2011 Red Cord Records). Check it out below.… Continued →
Demon Hunter - Not Ready to Die
I know we already had a Video Flashback earlier this morning from Squad 5-0 but I felt that in celebration of Demon Hunter’s new album “True Defiance”, we’d offer a double dose of Video Flashback just for today. I have posted the Demon Hunter music video for “Not Ready to Die” off “Summer of Darkness” (2004 Solid State Records) and the band’s new video for “My Destiny” off “True Defiance” which released today April 10th. Enjoy both and let’s talk about our favorite Demon Hunter moments over the past 10 years!… Continued →
Squad 5-0 - I Don't Want to Change the World
Today’s video flashback is from Squad 5-0 and their song “I Don’t Want to Change the World” (‘Self Titled’ 2002 Tooth & Nail Records). The band went through so many different phases over their run as a band and this is a fine example of their high points. The band will be reuniting this summer for Cornerstone Festival.… Continued →
April 9, 2012
REVIEW : Lindsay McCaul - If It Leads Me Back
Reunion Records' latest signing, Lindsay McCaul, released her debut album 'If it Leads Me Back' on January 17th 2012. Check out the review.
REVIEW : Phil Wickham - Response
Fair Trade Service Record's Phil Wickham returned to release his 4th album 'Response' in October 2011 after the critically acclaimed 2009 album 'Heaven and Earth'. Here is the review.
INTERVIEW : Creations
Creations recently announced the departure of vocalist Michael Foss. You can see the official announcement video here. I had a chance to catch up with their bassist, Jonny Blackwell, to discuss transitions, touring and the new upcoming record, Unworthy. See what he had to say below.… Continued →
INTERVIEW : Manafest
I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Chris Greenwood. Or as most people know him, Manafest. In April 2012 his latest offering, Fighter, will be debuted for the world to hear. You can check out the album’s title track and first single here. Check out what Manafest had say below.… Continued →
REVIEW : Manafest - Fighter
Manafest follows up 2010's "The Chase" with a solid album that focuses all its energy on the battle each one of us faces in life. If there was ever an album more focused in on one theme, it must be this one. "Fighter" will delight fans of previous Manafest records, as well as fans of TFK and Skillet
Metaphysical Monday: The Music of Nature
I live in the remote mountains of extreme north Georgia. I grew up in Gainesville, GA which is about an hour north of Atlanta. But now that I’ve got a family of my own, we’ve settled ourselves in a more rustic setting. Our home is a cabin nestled between mountain peaks and beautiful valleys. The peaks are the beginnings of the Appalachian Mountains and in fact, the Appalachian Trail starts just a few miles from our house. It takes us 20 minutes to get to the grocery store and any sort of civilization. … Continued →
Thrice
Today’s Video Flashback is from the band Thrice. Since the band is going on an extended hiatus this year, I thought it would be appropriate to look back at some of their videos over the years. The band has come a long way since their early “Identity Crisis” days. What album is your favorite?… Continued →