Tag: Melodic Punk

Much The Same are gearing up to release their brand new full length effort titled “Everything Is Fine”. The first single and pre-orders will go live June 7th through Thousand Islands Records (North America), Lockjaw Records (Europe), and PEE Records (Australia). Their new song will also be featured on the new “The Great Indie Vision Music Sampler of 2019” due out later in June. I’ve heard the first single and it is everything you want and need in a punk rock band. Powerful, melodic, and true to who they are as a band.… Continued →

I posted this little caption over on Facebook/Instagram about the mighty 1999 T&N debut of San Diego, CA. punk rock band, Dogwood, that turned 20 this year. This monumental release influenced not only myself but many more across the globe. An unforgettable message of Faith, and a swift punch to the gut punk rock delivery. Here is what I said…… Continued →

I just uploaded all the lyrics to the new Craig’s Brother Ep and you can find them on bandcamp right here. These are the complete lyrics for the “Devils In The Details” Ep which is available now through Indie Vision Music.… Continued →

39 years ago a crotchety old fellow named Harry Truman stood his ground against the fiery fury of Mount Saint Helens and sadly met his untimely fate. This song and video is about that stubborn old man and his will to stand strong in the face of oncoming danger, of a catastrophe no man could beat. Check out the little slideshow video for the new Craig’s Brother song below along with a little quote from Ted Bond. Craig’s Brother “Devils In The Details” now available worldwide through all digital markets and streaming sites.… Continued →

The long awaited return of Craig’s Brother is here. That’s right, you can now download and stream the new 5 song ep on your favorite digital network and share with your friends. Make sure to add songs to your playlists and continue spreading the word about CB. This 5 song ep comes 15 years after the release of the band’s last 5 song ep, “EPidemic” (2004/Takeover Records). Celebrate this momentous occasion by giving the new ep a listen. Every purchase, download, stream, and even CD/Tape orders goes toward helping IVM and Craig’s Brother continue to put out more music in the future.… Continued →

I am excited to bring you another new song from the upcoming Craig’s Brother Ep. This is the title track off “Devils In The Details” due out this Friday on Indie Vision Music. Listen to the song below and make sure to pre-order the ep on CD/Tape right here. I just got in a bunch of cool buttons and stickers so you can order those in the store and they’ll ship with the CDs/Tapes. Make sure to pre-order on iTunes right here to get the $1 off discount before it goes on sale this Friday.… Continued →

I’m happy to announce that the iTunes pre-order for the new Craig’s Brother Ep has gone LIVE as of today. It’s important that people support both the band and IVM by purchasing on iTunes the next few weeks. Let’s blow this release up huge and get noticed by the folks at digital networks, hopefully inspiring some playlist consideration and not only that, but also making a dent on charts. Please leave a review if you can on iTunes and let everyone know how much you love or hate the band.… Continued →

Head over to BrooklynVegan right now to hear the latest song from Craig’s Brother off their upcoming “Devils In The Details” Ep which will release from your friends at IVM on May 3rd. BrooklynVegan had a nice write up so make sure to visit and leave a comment or two. If you missed the other song “Lifetime of Regret” check it out below. Share this everywhere! Pre-Order on CD/Tape right here. iTunes pre-order goes live on April 15th and will be at a great price including an instant download of Lifetime of Regret.… Continued →

Many were eager to hear this new CB song when the unlisted video accidentally got shared, so what better time to post it on IVM than now! Indie Vision Music presents “Lifetime of Regret”, the new song from Craig’s Brother off the upcoming ep “Devils In The Details” (May 3rd). Pick up a cd or tape right here in our store or purchase/stream digitally beginning May 3rd. You can also check it out on Bandcamp here. Another song premiere will happen on a site to be announced soon.… Continued →

Josh Kemble of Dogwood and St Didacus just got interviewed by Aaron Friesen (Ex-Means) for Music To My Peers Podcast. Check it out right here and subscribe.… Continued →

The Social Threat recently released their new track titled “Too Far” and now the lyric video for the song here. Check out The Social Threat and their song “Too Far”, below.… Continued →

Well, not really, but this late 90's Ska/Melodic/Skate/Punk band have just made their entire catalog available for a name your price on bandcamp. These gents will appeal to fans of Must Build Jacuzzi, Five Iron Frenzy, May Weather, Face Value, Shop 11 Phoenix, and MxPx.

Alberta, Canada’s own The Social Threat are back and better than ever. The melodic punk band is set to release their new single “Too Far” on February 2nd and it’s is an explosive yet melodic new punk rock anthem set to make a fan out of all you. I’ve heard the whole song and I just love this band. Check out a teaser below. Their drummer is a graphic designer and is responsible for the IVM “Keys” and “Microphone” logo merch from IVM back in 2012.… Continued →

I am excited to reveal the track listing for the new Craig’s Brother ep “Devils In The Details” (to be released soon on Indie Vision Music). The ep which comes 15 years after their last ep “Epidemic” shows a band building on the strength of their previous material while embracing the future and offering some thought provoking punk rock. Pre-Orders for the CD will go live as soon as we get a release date locked in. Things take time and quality is the most important so let’s all sit patiently waiting for the punk rock kings to knock one out of the park.… Continued →

Raven Faith Records and the band As We Are have released a remixed/remastered version of their last ep with bonus songs. The 8 song ep can be streamed below or right here. Digital purchase for $7.00. Also available on all digital networks. This really incredible pop-punk band out of Illinois has been making music for a few years and touring all over the U.S. with their infectious energy and memorable, melodic songs. If you’re looking for the next big thing then look no further than As We Are.… Continued →

This has been under wraps for awhile but I’m excited to reveal some very tasty punk rock news for you. California based melodic punk band, Craig’s Brother, a band of which has been playing together in one form or another for over 2 decades now will return with a new Ep titled “Devils in the Details”. The new ep will see release via Indie Vision Music by end of year. This 5 song ep will feature 5 new songs including “Meilynn’s Song” that you heard back in January of this year.… Continued →

Arizona based Punk Rock band – Reliance, have just signed with Raven Faith Records. The band just released their 6 track raging punk powerhouse of an ep now which you can pick up digitally here or on CD from Raven Faith Records here. This explosive, faith centered new punk band is sure to please old school and new school fans alike. For fans of Pennywise, Pulley, Bad Religion, and Dogwood. You can’t go wrong with punk rock like this! Watch a special video below and listen to the ep as well.… Continued →

Light The Way have just posted a really cool imaginative take on their song “The BRKN Hearts Club” which appears on their new full length “False Memory Syndrome”. The album is available everywhere digitally or on CD from IVM here. Support these guys and make sure to visit their bandcamp and facebook pages. They are also on Instagram: @lightthewayca . Lyric video below.… Continued →

Heart Like War released their smashing new Ep “Start Over” last Friday and today is the unveiling of a music video for the song “Screaming”. Check out the music video below and make sure to support these guys by purchasing the ep direct from them right here on bandcamp. Quality So Cal Pop-Punk.… Continued →

So Cal melodic punk rock band, Heart Like War, have dropped their brand new 5 song ep “Start Over” which features a whole new lineup and enhanced sound. If you enjoyed their music in the past you’re going to be blown away by the new stuff. The band takes their catchy pop-punk and melodic punk to a whole new level mixing in perfectly placed harmonies, hard charging guitar parts, sing-a-long vocals and a certain rough around the edges take that keeps the punk rock alive and well.… Continued →

Get ready for a pop-punk explosion of positive vibes and a focus on mental health. It’s probably something that hasn’t been discussed at least in our scene anyway, in a long time. Dive into some super catchy and melodic punk rock that’ll bring a smile to any cynic’s face and help pick you up off the ground. The Heart Like War “Start Over” ep will be available through all digital networks and make sure to support the new lineup at a show near you. Oh and all of our friends in Japan will be super stoked to learn that Heart Like War will be making a stop in your country this November!… Continued →

All of you California punk rock fans get excited because the mighty Slick Shoes and legendary Craig’s Brother are joining forces to play an epic night of melodic punk bliss together under one roof for one night only. Slick Shoes will be recording a live record this night. You don’t want to miss it. Show is on August 18th in The Parrish at House of Blues Anaheim. I wish I could be there but I’ll be camping around that time (dang it!). Tickets and info right here.… Continued →

After a little over two decades apart, the original members of Slick Shoes have reunited and put their talents to work on new music. That’s right friends, original members including early shredder (guitarist) Jackson are back with a new song and have posted it up on their bandcamp page. Listen below and please throw up some change to support these guys.… Continued →

I am excited about this new Light The Way album “False Memory Syndrome” (like you couldn’t tell, haha) and I am pleased to tell you that I just put it up for pre-order on IVM bandcamp page here. There are two options, CD and Digital. All digital and/or cd purchases come with immediate download of the song “Thrillhouse”. The single “Holy Ghost” in lyric video form will premiere next Tuesday on Groundsounds. All CD purchases on either Bandcamp or Storenvy come with a free Light The Way “Green UFO” sticker and “Family & Friends Sampler 1”.… Continued →

I’m excited to announce that one of the finest and mostly unheard pop-punk bands of our time – Light The Way, will release their smashing new album titled “False Memory Syndrome” worldwide digitally AND on CD March 30th through Indie Vision Music. The album is full of passionate, melodic anthems sure to win over even the most skeptical tough guy music fan. The band mixes a perfect balance of high energy aggression and unforgettable melodies. The band continues what was started on the two eps from 2017 and turns it way up bringing you quality music and even better production.… Continued →

I am so excited to present to all of you, the very first single from Aid & Effect. Aid & Effect are a pop-punk band out of Canada that features former members of Hawk Nelson including Jason Dunn on vocals. Check out the song “Making Things New”, below. You can find out more info on the band here via Facebook.… Continued →

Check out the really cool new sounds of independent melodic punk act ROLEMODEL. They just released their debut song titled “Fortunes” that is available on Bandcamp here. You can also listen to it below via YouTube/Bandcamp. Recommended for fans of Make Do and Mend, Hot Water Music, (old) Menzingers, Dogwood, and Rise Against.… Continued →

The new IVM “Family & Friends Sampler 1” is now available on CD and in my hands. This CD will begin shipping on Tuesday next week. Anyone that orders the CD via Bandcamp gets the digital albums version with purchase. $3 for CD + Digital or $2 for digital only. Featuring 20 bands as seen in picture below. Tons of great music. Currently scouting bands for “2” due out in late spring/early summer. Order here. If you want merch only and don’t need the digital bandcamp files, I also have it in the official IVM store here.… Continued →

The Beautiful Mistake have announced two reunion shows in Southern California taking place March 23rd at Chain Reaction in Anaheim, CA. with Dogwood, Odd Robot, and Havoc Fiction, and also March 24th at Brick By Brick with Dogwood, the mighty – No Innocent Victim, and Bossfight. Dates and info can be found on The Beautiful Mistake Facebook page here. For tickets to Chain Reaction click here. Tickets to Brick by Brick in San Diego, click here.… Continued →

I am proud to announce the next IVM release which will be a follow up EP from Mainframe titled “Burn The Boats”. This 6 track ep will feature some of that same feel from the Debut last summer and continue on the trend started with the recent “Undivided Devotion” but taken to a whole new level. The ep will feature a special punk rock “cover” song along with a bunch of other great originals. Read a little blurb from NoahMainframe, below. Release date has yet to be determined.… Continued →