Tag: Pop Punk

Audiophile are back with their brand new full length record titled “Years Beyond My Wisdom”, which drops tomorrow via all digital networks and streaming sites. This awe inspiring, engaging, and extremely catchy pop-punk/pop-rock band is wowing audiences and new fans alike with their infectious sounds. You can stream a couple new singles now in anticipation for this new album drop. Report back here tomorrow with your favorite tracks.… Continued →

There are moments in history that change things forever. Lincoln and the Gettysburg Address. Armstrong and the moon. Peter Griffin and the Chicken. The latest to be added to this list is the brand new ultraband comprised of members from 2 of the hottest up and coming punk bands – Homeplate and Makeshift3. When asked about the band, called Makeaplate365, Cody Thompson, drummer of now defunct “Homeplate” had this to say “It is a pyramid scheme. I’m really worried for my friend. Now excuse me while I hit this BBQ sauce.”… Continued →

Light The Way have just dropped their most insane set of songs thus far and a magical collection of new tracks that will get just about any punk lover fired up. You can stream the album now through all digital networks or pick it up on CD right here. Small Step Records is on a roll so make sure to support them. The band have announced a special “Desert Tour” with Makeshift3 this summer. It’s guaranteed to get HOT. Dates below.… Continued →

It’s quite Clear that 10 Years and Separating States are not enough of a Fleeting moment to Look at Watashi Wa, a band who has very much been missed. They may have lost a few battles but they’re certainly gonna win that war. Don’t count a good band out and they aren’t the wrong kind even in the slightest. It’ll take all of me but I’ll be cheering loudly for this band’s return to form. Look for a new album very soon (in 2022). It’ll be fun and exciting, kinda like the air I breathe.… Continued →

Learn about life, growing up, and grasping at fading youth while still embracing that punk rock spirit through the California pop-punk four-piece outfit, Light The Way. If you haven’t given their newest song “Goofball” a listen yet, well then I wish you the best and enjoy your cold corner of the room while the rest of us embrace the next big thing. Seriously, this is a great song not just in the pop-punk realm of things but as an extremely relevant and current piece of music that’ll get you singing along and nodding your head in agreement.… 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 →

Israeli punk rock band, Man Alive, are back (somewhat) as evidenced in some recent shows posted on their Facebook page. Check out a great live video of the band performing their set, below. You can follow this most epic and legendary punk rock outfit on Facebook here. Should I use the term “GOAT” here? YES! If you haven’t heard this band before nor given their past material a listen, check them out on digital networks now, just be warned, a lot of their past material isn’t available, but you can listen to a couple releases there.… 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 →

I’ve been creating some recent NEW Spotify playlists that a few of you might appreciate. A new one called “Pop Punk 30” which is just that, a top 30 of the moment featuring a bunch of indie pop-punk bands we cover. There is also the “Indie Vision Music Official 2022 Playlist” that has a fair mix of brand new songs and classic hits from some IVM friends, “New Song Hits“, and “Pop Punk Essential Playlist“. On top of those, make sure to follow our profile here to take a listen to the weekly playlists that Noah Hardwick takes care of for IVM.… Continued →

Last Tuesday (pop punk) & The Alarm (new wave) hail from 2 different decades, but have great renditions of The Stand which was inspired by the Stephen King novel of the same name. Mike Peters (frontman for The Alarm) & Dave Sharp wrote the song & had this to say “This song follows the Christian doctrine that The Rapture, when Christ returns to Earth and believers are transported to heaven, will be a time of celebration. ‘I accept The Bible as being the truth,’ Mike Peters told Smash Hits.”… Continued →

Light The Way just announced their brand new 12 song full length record “Long Story Short”, is due out on April 1st via Small Step Records. This is the first album on the new indie label and first full length since 2018 “False Memory Syndrome”. You absolutely have to put this record on your must have lists and it will without a doubt probably top much of those “Best Of” lists at the end of this calendar year. Pre-Order the album right here.… Continued →

The So Cal underground kings of Pop-Punk fun, are back with a brand new music video for their track – “From Here On Out”. The song is from Heart Like War’s most recent ep release, “Thoughts On This”. Check these guys out and especially front-man David Camarena’s YouTube channel “Today I Grew Up” which is insanely fun as well. You can catch Heart Like War at Chain Reaction in Anaheim, CA. February 20th, supporting the band Crooked Teeth.… Continued →

This beautiful song was released near the end of December by the Eastern European Ska-Rock-Punk band, October Light. The song is titled “It’s Cold”. Yes it is festive and Christmas oriented but don’t let that stop you from enjoying it right here in February. Who else here appreciates the music of October Light? One of my faves.… Continued →

Light The Way are returning in a big way here in the year 2022. Yep, they have indeed signed with a hot new label start up called “Small Step Records” and their music is anything but small. Light The Way will drop their brand new single and the first since 2019, titled “Worrywart”, on February 18th via their new label home. Watch a brief teaser below and prepared to get psyched. The new songs are absolutely amazing (I’ve heard just a few so far).… Continued →

San Diego based pop-punk band Summer Years which features a couple ex-members of Mainsail, just dropped their debut EP titled “You Can’t Live There Forever” and you can find it on all digital networks and streaming platforms now. A music video for the song “Small World” off this new EP can be seen over on ChorusFM here. There is a certain splash of unrelenting nostalgia dripping through every note of the band’s songs and their infectious blend of melody and punk rock energy will surely win over a whole new spectrum of fans.… 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 →

To commemorate the 25th anniversary of a little known melodic punk rock band’s debut album called “Sumo Surprise” (that band being GHOTI HOOK) UnoriginalVinyl and Tooth & Nail Records are putting out a limited Vinyl Pressing. UnoriginalVinyl has carefully and tastefully recreated the artwork, packaged it together with some thoughtful elements, remastering handled by Troy Glessner of Spectre Studios, and available in 2 different variants. One variant will have 500 copies and the other one, believe it or not, will have just 50 limited copies available!… Continued →

Relient K have reemerged from their hiatus to announce the “Um Yeah Tour” for 2022. For full list of dates and tickets, click here. Let’s hope there is new music and it picks up from 2009 with a splash of everything before. Who’s with me? Are any of you going to catch a date on this tour?… Continued →

MxPx just announced two shows in April 2022, one at House of Blues in Anaheim, CA. on April 1st and the other in Tempe, Arizona at Marquee Theater. Joining them will be Zebrahead, Bad Cop, Bad Cop, and Mercy Music. Tickets and further info can be found right here. Also, the band just dropped a new LIVE album titled “Southbound to San Antonio” that sounds absolutely fantastic, even better than their last big one. The live album is up now on all digital networks and streaming sites.… 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 →

Another band reemerging from a long hiatus, Gametime, has dropped 2 new songs. One of those newest songs is titled “Out of the Dark” and features Dogwood vocalist Josh Kemble on BGVs. Gametime music resonates with just about everyone who are seeking a positive spin to the last few years of darkness. Hopeful pop-punk with a heavy emphasis on quality songwriting. Check out the band’s other new song, “The Stories We Tell Ourselves” alongside “Out of The Dark”, below. Recommended for fans of Slick Shoes, The Swellers, Over It, Chaser, Autopilot Off, MUTE, Craig’s Brother, and Too Bad Eugene.… 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 →

The Pear Republic have just released “Pop Punk EP” through bandcamp. The quirky band which are relatively new and unheard by most take elements of Pop Punk, Power Pop, Punk Rock and mix it in a blender. They have a sound that would appeal to fans of Weezer, Pixies, Danielson, Ramones, Supernova, Presidents of The United States of America and other 80’s/90’s era power-pop/rock sounds.… 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 →