REVIEW : For All Those Sleeping - s/t
I'm left with the question, who's Janice... and what ain't funny?
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October 23, 2009
REVIEW : Aeroflop - Daycripple
This band may be gone... but it certainly shouldn't be forgotten.
October 20, 2009
REVIEW : Switchfoot - Nothing Is Sound
It's week 5 of our 7 Weeks of Switchfoot and that means the 2005 release, Nothing Is Sound, is up to bat. You likely won't find many albums that flow better than this one from one track to the next and if you've missed out you can get it for $2 new at Amazon! Just be sure to give it time to grow on you.
October 19, 2009
INTERVIEW : A Road Less Traveled
For the past eight years, these five Texans have determinantely traveled the music business road. Many bands have walked (or rather, driven) this path - but A Road Less Traveled has continually proven themselves to be a cut above the rest. With a strong fan base, significant touring schedule, and two full-length releases, ARLT is poised to break through the indie scene rather soon. Their music posseses character, and many instrumental layers. Their songs are catchy and meaningful...and sure to be placed on "repeat." Check out what they had to say in response to a few questions I sent their way:
REVIEW : Ives The Band - The Incredible Story of Mr. Birch
Artist: Ives The Band
Album: The Incredible Story of Mr. Birch
Label: Independent
Release Date: 10/1/09
Reviewed By: Tyler Hess
Tracklisting:
- Funfair
- The Joker
- The Hero
- Archie The Equilibrist
- Mr. Birch
- The Ringleader
- Bye Bye Mr. Moon
- Colonel Maxwell
- The Lonely One
- Reprise
INTERVIEW : Harp & Lyre
E-mail interview with Philip Hunsucker, keys & vocals, of Harp & Lyre. Read below to get to know this up-and-coming band.… Continued →
October 13, 2009
REVIEW : Switchfoot - The Beautiful Letdown
We are now less than a month away until Switchfoot's seventh album drops but this week it's time to revisit their major label debut. Infectious hooks, memorable riffs, and passionate lyrics abound in The Beautiful Letdown.
October 12, 2009
REVIEW : Luther-N - Dogmatics
Band: Luther-N
Album: Dogmatics
Label: YoungSide Records
Release Date:
Reviewed By: Chris W
Tracklisting:
01: The Atonement
02: Rest In Peace
03: Confession
04: Show Me Now
05: I Believe
06: Just By Faith
07: The Show
08: Nobody Move
09: The Table
10: Take My Life
11: Reformation
Christian industrial has pretty much stayed in the background of the general music scene. With only a few bands making any kind of name for themselves such as Mortal, Circle Of Dust, and Klank. The cold hard fact in my experience is that when it comes to industrial your either good or downright awful, there’s not much of a middle ground.… Continued →
October 9, 2009
INTERVIEW : Wolves Among Sleep
Since signing to Blue Duck Records, Wolves Among Sleep has been working hard to establish themselves in the scene. With a name that can be easily confused, a sound that spans genres, and an extreme dedication to fans, this is a hardcore act you will want to check out. Listen in on my chat with bass player Tyler Helstrom during New England's Soulfest.
October 6, 2009
REVIEW : The Almost - Monster EP
My review of the not so scary EP released from The Almost titled "Monster".
REVIEW : Switchfoot - Learning to Breathe
Week 3 of our Switchfoot marathon (of sorts) is here and this time we visit Switchfoot's transitional album that bridged the gap between two different eras of their career. Some of the best songs they've written are found here so you can't miss it!
October 3, 2009
REVIEW : Paramore - Brand New Eyes
The review of Paramore's anticipated new album, Brand New Eyes.
October 2, 2009
INTERVIEW : Deas Vail
I caught up with Deas Vail at Purple Door Festival to learn the history of the band and details on their new record.
REVIEW : Davy Jones' Locker - Schizophrenia, The Dance Machine
Great rock all the way from Norway... and a chance to win some of it as well...
REVIEW : Delay Trees - Soft Construction EP
There's obviously more afoot in Finland than just producing talented hockey players...
INTERVIEW : Seladora
My interview with the hot upcoming band Seladora.
September 30, 2009
REVIEW : Inhale Exhale - Bury Me Alive
Inhale Exhale are releasing their third album with Solid State Records on October 6th. Read on to see if it's worth picking up and how it stands with other releases in the genre from this year.
September 29, 2009
INTERVIEW : Relient K
Email interview with Matt Thiessen of Relient K. We discuss the new album, the new label, and more.… Continued →
REVIEW : About A Mile - Find Yourself
Let me introduce you to a band that's willing to go the extra mile...
REVIEW : Switchfoot - New Way to Be Human
Welcome to the second week of '7 Weeks of Switchfoot'! Today we explore their sophomore album, New Way to Be Human which was released in 1999. You know, back when everyone was still freaking out about Y2K. Looks silly in hindsight no? This album sure doesn't as they capitalized on their debut in every way.
September 27, 2009
INTERVIEW : Ocean Is Theory
I’m re-featuring Ocean Is Theory for UTR this week. I first featured the band in Jan. ’08. Read below for the interview with Josh Williams (vocals & guitar). The band is releasing their new EP, In My Blood Again, this Tuesday.… Continued →
September 25, 2009
REVIEW : Sinai Vessel - O Creator EP
Check out this release from one of IVM's own forum members
September 23, 2009
INTERVIEW : Beauti
While touring across Canada, Colin Lingren of Beauti took the time to answer these questions for IVM.
September 22, 2009
REVIEW : Derek Webb - Stockholm Syndrome
Derek Webb's latest offering is a huge departure musically, playing with drum and bass, electro-pop, and other modern dancey sounds. His message is as strong as ever, looking at those who are so used to captivity they are afraid to live any other way.
REVIEW : Switchfoot - The Legend of Chin
Welcome to 7 weeks of Switchfoot! Every Tuesday I'll be putting a review of the next album in the discography all the way until November 3rd, in which I'll be reviewing their new album, Hello Hurricane. If you haven't had a chance to check out their back catalogue now's the time!
September 21, 2009
REVIEW : Hawk Nelson - Live Life Loud
People say Canada is only cool because it has milk in a bag. Did they forget that Hawk Nelson is Canadian & Cool?
September 18, 2009
INTERVIEW : Hundred Year Storm
Email interview with Hundred Year Storm, who released The Future Belongs to the Brave on June 9, 2009, through Doll House Recordings.
September 13, 2009
REVIEW : Relient K - Forget and Not Slow Down
"That's it, I said it. Now I'm sailing off to Neverland and then Japan."
INTERVIEW : Texas In July
An email interview with Texas In July who will release their new album I Am on September 15th (it’s on iTunes now).… Continued →
September 11, 2009
REVIEW : LaVoy - We Met In The Arts
Sophmore slump or two run homer...