Tag: Ska

Five Iron Frenzy surprised just about everyone by dropping their brand new, electrifying full length album on Friday. It is a complete, total dumpster fire wreck of an album and filled with nothing but pure feces. Right? Wrong! Speaking of the actual dumpster fire that was 2020 and entering into this new year of 2021, the album couldn’t have come at a more relevant time.… Continued →

Starting this new year off right with some fun ska music from B.U.C.K. (building Up Christ’s Kingdom) aka Buck Enterprises. This Detroit, MI six piece band released a few albums before disbanding. I remember writing a college paper on ska & B.U.C.K would be classified as 3rd wave ska. Their 1998 self-titled release featured more horns than the second & featured a cartoon character which appeared to be skanking in a raincoat while holding up a checkered black & white ball which are the normal colors for ska music.… Continued →

I was going to write a little intro to this list of mine, but in the end I figured I’d just let it speak for itself. Alot of great music dropped despite all the year brought us and these are my top 20. Let me know what you think!     20.… Continued →

When Happy Christmas Vol. 1 hit my ears, I was pleasantly and delightfully impressed. It had some of my favorite bands at the time doing their best versions of Christmas classics. One of those songs was “You Gotta Get Up” by Five Iron Frenzy which was originally composed by Rich Mullins (RIP).… Continued →

No Lost Cause just dropped a new version of “Hope For The Hopeless” featuring smooth, warm, and well placed horn parts throughout. This is the best that No Lost Cause has ever sounded. The song will appear on the upcoming album, “Take 2” which will release on Thumper Punk Records next year.… Continued →

I got around to interviewing Reese Roper of Five Iron Frenzy and he was beyond cool in answering these long, drawn out questions. I am super excited he answered my questions in such detailed form and I hope those of you that enjoy a good read will appreciate these questions and answers.… Continued →

Five Iron Frenzy just dropped their controversial new song with a reference to a donkey. Forgive Reese, he really doesn’t know that he just invited like a ton of grown ups to come chase him down, and maybe their kids too? Yikes! Seriously though, people will be upset (even I have questionable taste) but remember one thing, the more angry you get, the more Reese will write.… Continued →

They say the word on the street Is “something’s going down”… When the revolution comes. That’s right friends, the 8 piece band of legends known as Five Iron Frenzy are dropping massive hints around social media and online about (potential) future plans. You should probably follow them through the interwebz.… Continued →

Six Foot Midget was a ska punk band from Denton, TX. FFO: The Insyderz, The O.C. Supertones, and May Weather.

Earlier today Ethan Luck posted a quarantine session with Mojo, Geoff Firebaugh, Aaron Tosti, and Dan Spencer where the guys covered the Op Ivy track, “Freeze Up”. This is a really great cover of a classic ska/punk track. Check out the video below and drop a comment. … Continued →

I am sending this post out there into the webiverse to gather songs for a new spotify playlist I just created. It is (tentatively) being called “The Best Christian Cover Songs” and is a play off Christians who cover popular (and not so popular) songs. Please list artist name covering a song and song title below this post in the comments section so I can take your suggestions and add them.… Continued →

"There is power, power, wonder-working power in the blood of the lamb."

Ok, yes I know, I am incredibly biased toward the music and sound of Five Iron Frenzy. They are high up on my list of “favorite bands” and I hold their songs close to my heart. I was browsing Instagram this morning and saw a couple of fans cover this song in their own unique way as seen on the FIF page and I had to bust this track out from the dusty bins of my fragile mind.… Continued →

2019 had a number of great releases. Check out my favorites below and see what you think. Agree with any of my picks? Give a listen to the ones you are unfamiliar with, you never know, maybe you’ll find something new to listen to!   1.    Slipknot – We Are Not Your Kind.… Continued →

Happy (almost) Thanksgiving! In case I fail to post anything tomorrow, here is a little premiere for you guys and gals. Check out the brand new song from No Lost Cause titled “Where I Stand”. This is the 3rd song we are releasing from the upcoming “P.S.” Ep due out December 6th on Indie Vision Music.… Continued →

All you Five Iron Frenzy and MXPX fans take note, the bands are hitting Orlando and Atlanta in January of 2020 and tickets are on sale now. Watch the Facebook embed videos below and purchase tickets right here. Old guys rule, am I right? … Continued →

Indie Vision Music and Thumper Punk Records are proud to present the 3rd Ep set of songs from Florida transplant by way of New Jersey, pop-punk-rock-ska hybrid act – No Lost Cause. This new Ep is titled “P.S.” and is a loving reminder of God’s love for us all and the hope that flows from that instant connection one has with the Lord.… Continued →

Today’s song of the day comes in the form of some punk-ska from our friends in Michigan based band – The Insyderz. I was a fan of this band dating back to 1997 when I heard their debut full length, “Motor City Ska”. The band released 3 full lengths, 2 worship/praise albums, and this final (?)… Continued →

Tragically the Morginsky family (Matt Morginsky of OC Supertones) has lost their home and all belongings due to a fire. They have lost everything in their Denver, Colorado home. A complete loss. The family is all safe but their belongings are all gone. This is a call to arms to rise up and support this family in need.… Continued →

I just put up new “5 for $5 IVM Merch Grab Bags” in 3 different collections. You can pick from the categories “Indie/Emo“, “Metal/Rock“, or “Punk/Ska“. 5 items in any category for only $5. Getting a new shipment of various CDs/tapes any day now and will be happy to stuff your orders with some sweet music.… Continued →

Five Iron Frenzy are back to rock all your faces off right here in Southern California on July 13th with none other than those pop-punk powerhouse, Slick Shoes. Both bands will play epic, earth shattering, global warming causing, face melting, a swift kick to the _____ – rock n’ roll, right here in sunny Southern California.… Continued →

No Lost Cause which is the music project of our very own Rob Jensen is seeking to raise enough funds to finish the recording of their final Ep “P.S.”. He hopes to release it this summer and it’ll be a slammin’ new ska/punk/rock album full of catchy anthems to get your fists pumping and legs moving.… Continued →

Today is officially October Light day. In celebration of this momentous occasion, I have a music video from the new album for the track “Something Special ft. Seekers Planet”. Check out the music video below and pick up their new album “Till The End” wherever you find your music. CDs will be available in our webstore in the near future so look for that.… Continued →

I just have to say it straight off the bat, this is one of the best ska/punk/rock albums I’ve heard in the past few years. There have been a lot of great ones but there is just something entirely unique that makes October Light deserving of such praise. They make tight, rhythmic ska music with stellar production and with clear, upfront vocals as a featured element.… Continued →

Next month, ska band October Light will drop their first album in 8 years, “Till the End”. Based on the band’s previous releases, this is one to set your expectations high for. Who’s looking forward to this? (Image taken from the band’s Facebook page. Go give them some love.) … Continued →

Long running SKA collective – The Israelites, have returned with a new full length effort named “Restoration”. You can pick this album up on any of the major digital stores and streaming sites. The album will be released soon on CD and Vinyl. More info can be found 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.

2018 had a number of great albums, all of which I couldn’t list here, but after careful consideration, these are my top 20, none of which are listed lightly. See which ones you’d have picked out and maybe find some new music to check out. And please remember, if you do end up finding something new, please support the artist by picking up some of their music!… Continued →

For those of you who braved the crowds on Black Friday, you probably heard Christmas songs playing on the PA overhead. I put together a Spotify playlist of Christmas songs that my wife and I enjoy this time of year to share with all of you.

The folks at SMLXL Vinyl are pressing the classic O.C. Supertones album “Supertones Strike Back” on RED Vinyl for the first time in over two decades. Get yours on sale for just $20 right here. SKA SKA SKA! … Continued →