Tag: singer songwriter

Going way back into the vaults of IVM history a few of you might recall a female led indie pop-rock band called One Star Story. They had news and reviews on this site as well as appeared on multiple compilations. I just got a blast from the past when Vanessa (Rose) emailed me about her new project after more than 6 years away from making music.… Continued →

Long time husband and wife indie-folk duo known as Jenny & Tyler have just completed work on their 5th album. You can support on Patreon right here and grab the songs from there. You can find some more behind the scenes videos and clips via their facebook page here. … Continued →

One of my favorite indie singer/songwriters, Arthur Alligood, returns with a kickstarter campaign to fund his upcoming new full length record. He is working with a couple Toad The Wet Sprocket members (as well as other guest musicians) on this album and it’ll be produced by Mikal Blue who has worked with groups/artists like Five For Fighting, One Republic, Jason Mraz, and Colbie Caillat among others.… Continued →

Orion Walsh will drop a new single titled “House Arrest” on September 25th through all digital markets and streaming sites. Check out the official music video below. The song is a somber take on addiction, recovery, and sobriety all told through the lens of Orion Walsh and his unique style. You can download via our bandcamp page right here.… Continued →

Roemer is a stripped-back acoustic/indie folk project. If you’re anything like me, folk has to be some really special to catch my attention—a quirky vocal style, effective use of harmonies, skilful playing, or best of all hard-hitting and/or poignant lyrics. If it has one or more of those, I’m more likely to pay attention.… Continued →

Bareheart which is the solo project of Ethan Tyler Collins of the band, Least of These, will drop his EP titled “In The Mo(u)rning” tomorrow. The EP will be available through all digital markets and streaming sites. Check out the emotional and moving new song “Rain” off the EP in lyric video form and the entire ep as well, below.… Continued →

One of my dear friends in the music industry and a super talented artist I might add, Orion Walsh, just released a LIVE full length titled “Greetings From Germany” that is a fundraiser of sorts for him. Please head over to bandcamp right here and drop some change. You’ll get a really great album in the process.… Continued →

A great artist out of Michigan that goes by the name “Vagabonds“, just dropped his new release titled “Liminal Space” last week. Check out the release below and buy on Tape/CD right here from his artist page. Support Vagabonds and stream/purchase wherever you get your music. Listen via bandcamp stream, below this post.… Continued →

Keith Settles is a name you may not instantly recognize but in terms of IVM past history, the name contains significant weight. Jess started out the IVM interview series on YouTube way back in mid 00’s and then when Keith Settles came aboard to help out, he created some of the finest video interviews we had up until that point.… Continued →

I missed posting about this last week due to illness but I’m back and just had to tell you all about this amazing new track solo acoustic-punk songwriter, Sef Idle. Sharing a lot in common with songwriters like Chuck Ragan, Joey Cape, Tony Sly, Billie Joe Armstrong, Ted Bond, and Trever Keith but incorporating his own original flavor and style.… Continued →

Indie, Acoustic-Punk, singer songwriter known as Sef Idle, is back with a brand new song titled “A Place to Call Home”. The song drops on February 25th and is sure to tug at the heart strings and ignite the passion. Sef has been putting out solid singer-songwriter jams for over a decade now as well as with his other band, False Idle.… Continued →

World renowned and critically adored singer/songwriter – Josh Garrels, is back with a new album titled “Chrysaline” that hits on August 9th 2019. Check out the new single “The Banner” below and pre-order right here. The nice thing about Josh Garrels is that he hits all the right notes while maintaining complete originality.… Continued →

Barsuk Records has released the brand new music video for the Chris Staples (Two Thirty Eight) song, “Old Friend”. This song will appear on Chris’s new album “Holy Moly” due out June 28th through Barsuk. … Continued →

Preson Phillips returns with a brand new surprise Ep titled “Tempters”. This album is a bit different in terms of music style and thematically as well. Many of you will dig it. Check out the Ep on all digital networks now. … Continued →

Joel Piper has been quietly releasing new music through digital networks. Joel not only drums/sings bgv for melodic hardcore band Lifelong but also has drummed for bands like Confide, Olivia The Band, and Dismissed back in the day. He also has another project called “Avery Pkwy”. His new solo music takes an introspective turn and dives into worship territory.… Continued →

Chris Staples of 238 fame and a man who has released quite a few “solo” endeavors in the time since his band breakup, will release his new record “Holy Moly” on June 28th through Barsuk Records. You can pre-order the album right here. Check out his website here for further info.… Continued →

If you’re reading this review, chances are you’re aware of Nate Allen. Released a ton of folk-punk albums with wife Tessa as Destroy Nate Allen. DNA was energetic, fun, and although there was always a message, it was generally focused outward (“Jesus, Keep us Safe from the Cops” and “Boobie Bar” come to mind).… Continued →

6’10 which is the side project from Tobin Bawinkel of Flatfoot 56, have announced the release of a brand new ep titled “Where We Are” which will come out out on April 2nd 2019. Visit 6’10 on Facebook here or on their [website here] … Continued →

I’m beyond thrilled to announce the release of the new Slow Coming Day album “1000 Years (Like a Day)” which is available worldwide via all Digital Networks and streaming sites. Please consider purchasing a copy and if you stream on Spotify, add it to your playlists. Help us spread the word about this amazing new album.… Continued →

Jenny & Tyler release new music video for their love song “I’m Gonna Love You To The End”. It’s a beautiful song and would make the perfect addition for any couple as a tune to share. If any of these current singer/songwriter duo’s that deserve a certain level of break out success it’s Jenny & Tyler.… Continued →

Every so often a song will pique my interest from a new artist that seemingly comes out of nowhere. This new song “Follow” off the upcoming album from new artist Hallowell takes you on a spiritual journey through beautiful forest-like soundscapes and layered touches of pure magical joy. That’s the best description I can offer when explaining this new song from Hallowell.… Continued →

The pre-order link for the Josh White and Josh Garrels collaboration album is now available for pre-order right here. Vinyl orders will ship end of January with digital downloads going out on November 20th. Two color options for the vinyl and 1 bonus track “Heavy Ghost” available on vinyl only.… Continued →

Leigh Nash, the singer/songwriter for long running alternative band – Sixpence None The Richer, has launched a crowd funding campaign for her new solo album. Check out the campaign right here. … Continued →

Josh White & Josh Garrels, two powerful singer/songwriters with a strong back catalog of music have teamed up to release a collaborative single and Ep through Gospel Song Recordings / BEC. The first single is “Spirit Resurrect” and you can give a listen to the HOT track below. Song is available now wherever you find your digital music.… Continued →

Alt-Folk singer/songwriter – Brian Fannin, will release his new single titled “Carolina” on September 21st. Preorder on iTunes now. You can get a teaser taste of the track below. … Continued →

Indie Folk singer-songwriters and husband/wife duo – Jenny & Tyler, have just released a remastered version of their “10,000 Miles” album. It is now available through iTunes and Spotify. … Continued →

Following up on the “introducing” feature that I brought you a few weeks ago is another new song from indie singer-songwriter, Benjamin Daniel. Check out the track “Inside My Shadow”, below. Follow Benjamin Daniel here. This song will appear as part of a new two part full length titled “Shaping Season” with Vol.… Continued →

A talented new singer-songwriter under the name spoken vvorld has emerged from the music scene. Check out his recently released debut album through all digital networks. You can stream it below. This incredibly insightful, hopeful, and altogether moving new release is sure to please fans of: Jon Foreman, Switchfoot, My Epic, Right Away Great Captain, The Classic Crime, Vocal Few, Pedro the Lion, The Tallest Man On Earth, Adrianne Lenker, Austin Basham, Horse Feathers, and David Ramirez.… Continued →

Vocal Few which is the project of Matt MacDonald of The Classic Crime and his wife Kristie, has a new ep coming out titled “Grand Pre” on August 17th. Check out 2 new songs below. … Continued →

Benjamin Daniel is a new artist i’d like to introduce you all to. His music beautiful new song “Shaping Season” and purely magnificent in every mention of the word, is now streaming below. Benjamin is currently working on new recordings and this is one of his first to feature. This 5 minute and 30 sec epic song takes the listener on a journey through unshakable emotion, piercing sadness, unmistakable hope, and the redemption that shines through it all.… Continued →