Tag: Easycore

Light The Way just dropped a surprise new song titled “My Cat Can Eat a Whole Watermelon” which may sound like humorous, sarcastic, jokey type song based on the title alone but this song is anything but. This is Light The Way in their perfect element, fast beats, sing-a-long choruses, and hardcore inspired pop-punk guitar work. Great track with a positive, faith fueled message. You’re gonna love it especially you fans of “Holy Ghost”, “Hope”, “BRKN”, etc. Give it a spin now on all digital networks and streaming sites.… Continued →

We are on a roll today with a certain theme, a theme of pop-punk/emo/easycore glory and this is yet another incredible new song. Gametime just dropped a surprise new song titled “Aspire (Create The Future)” which you can listen to below. The song is available now on all digital networks. Find the band on Instagram @gametime_kc. Their sound kind of ends up between Yellowcard, Over It, State Champs, At The Wayside, Home Grown, New Found Glory, and older Relient K but a completely fresh and original take.… Continued →

The amazing new pop-punk/emo band known as Static Ultra are here with their BRAND NEW song titled “Out of My Head” which released a few days ago. Their style instantly brings to mind all the best the early to mid 00’s pop punk and emo had to offer yet breaking free of the nostalgia to bring you a fresh take and an individual style to get your singing along with every beat in your chest. Check out the song below and make sure to add it to all of your playlists and blast from your stereos/headphones because I promise you won’t be able to get this song out of your head!… Continued →

I stumbled across this band the other day and had to give their latest EP a listen. This Surrender are described as an Easycore band out of Brooklyn, NY. but I would add in worshipful lyrics and a message of hope built on love. As their bio says, they are inspired by the likes of Killswitch Engage, For Today, alongside Four Year Strong and A Day To Remember. Imagine that mashup and you get kind of the idea of just what music you’ll discover upon listening.… Continued →

Protect Your Heart are back with another new song. This one is titled “M.I.A.” and it will surely melt your face off. These So Cal. men know how to throw down in the best possible melodic pop-punk and hardcore manner. You want easycore done right, then give these guys a listen.… Continued →

Something is rumbling in the Light The Way camp. Something new, something cool. Follow them on social media @lightthewayca and get prepared. You’ll be So Stoked you did and definitely not BRKN. Lots of Hope in the Holy Ghost and you won’t be labeled a Goofball. Sorry for being punny. New logo up too as well as band pics galore. Where is Pumpkin Head though? [Facebook]… Continued →

Protect Your Heart are back yet again with a NEW SONG! This one is titled “Gone Forever” and it is an instant favorite of mine. Check out the song now on all digital networks and the video below. You can also find the song on our Pop Punk Dads playlist on Spotify. Listen to the end because this one goes HEAVY!… Continued →

I’m finally getting around to doing a quick write up on some favorite releases and songs from the past year. These may or may not be in any particular order and is based upon a mix of memory and my 2022 Spotify playlist where I throw everything new onto it for continual playback throughout the year. Read below and feel free to post your own favorites of 2022 that I’m sure were accidentally skipped on my own list (and maybe even have yet to be discovered).… Continued →

Protect Your Heart just released their powerful new heavy pop-punk track titled “Too Young To Die Alone” and you can watch/listen to the visualizer video, below. What do you think of Protect Your Heart and this new song?… Continued →

Los Angeles based pop-punk band – Protect Your Heart, are back with a new song and music video to accompany it. Check out the killer music video for the song “We Will Be Heroes”, below. Song is available now on all digital networks and streaming sites.… Continued →

Light The Way began in 2016 and started off releasing their fantastic debut ep, “Grace”. They followed that up in the following 3 years with – “Dude, Lame” (EP) in 2017, “False Memory Syndrome” in 2018, and “Dad Gang” (EP) in 2019. I’m proud to say I had the most excellent opportunity to be involved in the album release process for all of those releases. I will forever be grateful for the chance to live out my dreams releasing positive, faith-centered, pop-punk music with a strong message about hope, love, grace, and peppered generously with fun and witty lyrics.… Continued →

Sacramento, California melodic punk superstars (well I consider them that) – LIGHT THE WAY, are dropping the 2nd song, “Goofball”, from their upcoming album titled “Long Story Short”. You can listen to the new song via YouTube this Friday! The band are readying their brand new full length which will be the first NEW music since 2019. The new album titled “Long Story Short” will drop April 1st through Small Step Records.… Continued →

Protect Your Heart is back with their best song yet and it’s titled “Fireproof”. A really well done, super professional and creatively inspiring music video, can be found below. This is super good stuff and shows how an independent band can get it done! The band’s sound is more on the heavier end of the pop-punk spectrum and a refreshing change of scenery.… Continued →

Check out this really cool interview with Paul Hyde who is the man behind Small Step Records and drummer for the super duo – Grandpa Loves Rhinos. Everything you’ve wanted to know and some fun nostalgia driven question & answer dialogue. Check it out below! Follow Small Step Records here.… Continued →

Homeplate’s new EP, “Welcome To Breitenstein” got pushed back a week and is now dropping on January 18th through all Digital networks. This is one EP that you DON’T want to miss! It’s going to rule the scene in 2022 without a doubt. Go give them a follow here and their label here. Make sure to order your physical Homeplate merch right here.… Continued →

This band consistently releases quality pop-punk that rivals just about anything the general market scene throws our way. Check out At The Wayside’s brand new music video for the song “Lie to Me” which appears on their 2021 EP, “Somewhere Between”, available right now!… Continued →

That most excellent pizza loving, video game playing, pop-punk giving, easy-core teasing band – HOMEPLATE, are back with a brand new EP titled “Welcome to Breitenstein” which will release via their new label home, Small Step Records. The EP drops on January 4th (a Tuesday like old times!) and is a rollicking good time for those that have the insatiable appetite for quality pop-punk music without all the nonsense and politics. When the scene becomes devoid of FUN, Homeplate bring it just like a steaming hot plate of pizza pie!… Continued →

My friends in At The Wayside just dropped a really cool “Live” music video for the song “Wait Up Part II” that you can view below. The pop-punk band dropped their most recent “Somewhere Between” EP this year so make sure you pull them up on your favorite digital networks and give it a listen.… Continued →

I’m proud to introduce the IVM community to a new DIY label called “Small Step Records“, run by some great friends of mine. They will be releasing the brand new Homeplate EP soon which will undoubtedly smash expectations and garner new fans across the globe. The band Grandpa Loves Rhinos has also joined the ranks. This is a new endeavor and you will be hearing a lot more from Small Step in the weeks, and months to come. [website] Small Step Records is a new DIY label born out of a network of independent artists, working together to maximize efforts, encourage one another, and expand the collective reach to a niche audience.… Continued →

Homeplate just dropped one of their best new songs titled “So Far Away” via all digital networks and streaming services. Check out the song below and be sure to support the guys by purchasing online. Oh, and this is a fantasic RED “cover”. What do you think?… Continued →

Brave Days unleash their fiery and somewhat controversial lyric video for the new song, “Scars & Stripes”. Listen to the heavy (pop)punk song, below. Feel free to discuss all things relating to Brave Days and politics in music, below. The song is out on all digital networks, 11/5/21.… Continued →

Light The Way are almost there, I promise. The band will be dropping a new song or teaser very soon. This is the first new music from the band since “Dad Gang EP” in 2019 and will be their first proper full length follow-up to “False Memory Syndrome” that released almost 4 years ago. Follow the band through all their socials and links by clicking right here. This will without a doubt be the biggest and best thing the band has EVER released in their short history together.… Continued →

Homeplate just revealed their new song “So Far Away” via the Stage Diving With Scotty pod/videocast show. Check out song below (Starts at 1:27 into the show). Homeplate make purely addictive pop-punk music with real heart and hopeful lyrical content. Like all the (former) IVM bands, these guys are on FIRE!… Continued →

Heavy pop-punk band, Brave Days, just announced their next new single which is titled “Scars & Stripes”. The single is out on all platforms November 5th. Check out a short little teaser below. Full lyric video coming soon. Check out their music on bandcamp right here.… Continued →

Holy Batman that was a long post title. Let’s get to the point, Homeplate makes explosive, melodic, and heavy pop-punk sure to bring a smile to any pop-punk purist and fanboy/fangirl at heart. Emotionally charging and altogether charming new music from this Kentucky based based pop-punk band. Check out the new song titled “Pastimes” below and give it a solid listen. “Pastimes” available now through all digital networks. New EP coming soon, I think 😉… Continued →

New pop-punk band Protect Your Heart from the Los Angeles, California area, are back with another new song. This new song is titled “Closer To The Grave” which is one of the best things to come out of the pop-punk scene at this current moment. Check out the song and music video, below. “Closer To The Grave” is available now on all digital networks!… Continued →

Light The Way are back in the thick of recording for their 2nd full length record. This will be a follow up to “False Memory Syndrome” which released back in 2018 on the now defunct Indie Vision Music label. Make sure to check the band out on all digital networks and give a listen to their songs. They are extremely talented, fun, and full of unrelenting energy. There really aren’t too many pop-punk-hardcore bands with a strong Christian message like Light The Way. They are one of a kind and you are sure to find something to appreciate in their music.… Continued →

The pop-punk duo known as “Homeplate” are returning after just a few months from the release of their incredible debut EP, “Derby City”, to record MORE NEW MUSIC. That’s right friends, the guys will reconvene in the studio soon to lay down some new tracks for another EP. If you enjoyed “Derby City” as much as I did, you’re in for a real treat. No word yet on whether a label will pick these guys up and release future tunes but stay tuned. For now, pick up Derby City EP on CD from IVM or your favorite digital network.… Continued →

Homeplate just released an epic debut EP by the name of “Derby City” through Indie Vision Music, last month. You might have missed and this is the perfect opportunity to check out a great song from this EP. The song features the talents of Phil Carper of the band At The Wayside. Check out the song below and if you like what you hear, you can stream/download the whole ep on your digital network of choice or buy on cd by clicking this link.… Continued →

Homeplate dropped their debut ep “Derby City” last Friday and it seems to be garnering quite some interest. Check out another song off this Ep titled “I Need Grace” which is a lot more straight forward than other relationship type faith innuendo tracks. The Simple Plan meets old Hawk Nelson sound of this song and acoustic guitar strumming beginning is sure to make a fan out of any pop-punk follower of the early 00’s. Check out the spotify and soundcloud streams below. “Derby City” out now via Indie Vision Music and available on CD right here for $5.… Continued →