Author: Brandon J.

I am 44 years old living in Orange County, CA. with my wife and 2 children (+1 adult son). I enjoy living a life for God, Family, passionate music, the ocean, the mountains, gardening, and working in the Machining industry. Kauai is my special place. I founded this site in July of 2000 and love the community we have here.

November 25, 2024

Alandria - Turn Back Time (New Song)

Emotionally charged Pop-Punk act – Alandria, just released their brand new single titled “Turn Back Time” (no, it’s not a Cher cover) a week ago and it absolutely rules and I know you’ll all feel the same way upon giving this a listen. Beyond good, the best, I love it, can I say “I love it” multiple times? Give Alandria a listen and check out “Turn Back Time” below this message or on your favorite digital network.… Continued →

Introducing: Hope Through Grace

Let’s take a moment and soak in the pure awesomeness of the band Hope Through Grace from the UK, laying down that hardcore and metal so perfectly. On this song “John 20” it features Miggy Sanchez of Relent fame. The band just released their brand new EP also titled “John 20”, a week ago through Southwest Hardcore and it’s a wildfire spreading bombastic, heavy hardcore influenced EP. Hope Through Grace and Barriers (also from the UK) are tearing Europe up by storm and you need to check them both out (they share members).… Continued →

November 18, 2024

PADOVER (Featuring Damian Horne of Silage) Releases Debut EP

I just got wind of this new project called PADOVER that features the talents of Damian Horne of Silage fame. He emailed me and gave me info and I’m certainly glad he did. The band just released their new EP “Paper Catches Fire” and they want you all to give them a listen. I think a lot of old 90’s alt rock fans alongside all the latest and greatest from the past 20 years or so of modern music making will find something to appreciate in the music of Padover.… Continued →

The "Time" is Now for the Myriad to Unleash One of the Most Powerful Songs of 2024

Just when I thought the year was winding down and coming to a close a band like The Myriad arrives with what can only be considered to be an absolute masterpiece, a song called “Time”. I’m judging this merely based upon this short teaser trailer and the fact that their last 2 songs were pure magic. The word “Time” is a common running theme in the music of The Myriad and I suspect there is more to the theme than what is visible at the surface level.… Continued →

November 13, 2024

INTERVIEW : The Weird, Wild World of UnoriginalVinyl

My first interview in over 2 years and what better way to celebrate a comeback than an interview with an all around great guy and world renown Vinyl slinger, Jason Z. of UnoriginalVinyl. This is quite an entertaining and lengthy read with loads of very interesting tidbits including some info on an upcoming special release you’ve all been waiting for. So clear your plate for the day, find some spare time, and read one of the best interviews I’ve ever done. Welcome to The Weird, Wild World of UnoriginalVinyl.… Continued →

November 11, 2024

Dogwood "Through Thick & Thin" Gets the Vinyl Treatment

People of Punk Rock Records (out of Canada) just announced they are releasing a pressing of “Through Thick & Thin” by Dogwood on Vinyl (and CD). The album has been completely remastered and will be available in 3 colors plus test pressings, right here on the POPR website. They also have a cool themed Dogwood tshirt also. This will be the first time this classic 1997 albums gets the vinyl treatment. Don’t sleep on this!… Continued →

Light The Way "Expel" Out Now + Lyric and Audio Videos

So, Light The Way dropped what many consider to be the best album of their careers back on Friday, “Expel”. The album is a no holds barred, action packed, passionate and altogether adrenaline charged love letter to the lost, lonely, and broken hearted. There truly is something for everyone in these songs and in these powerful lyrics. Not only is there fun and light hearted tongue in cheek humor, but there is also serious subject matter and a cry out to God to deliver us from our brokenness and our despair.… Continued →

November 7, 2024

New Music Out Late Tonight: Light The Way, Sower, & Pennylane, + Fighting From The Ground Up 4

Rather than make an individual post for each one of these artists I am going to combine them right here. Please feel free to add to this list if you know any new songs/albums/eps dropping tonight/tomorrow. First up, Light The Way will drop their exquisite new album titled “Expel” that really has taken me by surprise and it has captured my attention in ways that very few other releases have done this year. There is so much diversity to be found on “Expel” and the lyrical honesty, Faith connecting, and the fun way they do things really just lightens anyone’s mood.… Continued →

Jason Dunn (Hawk Nelson, Lights Go Down) Releases "Starting Over"

Jason Dunn is back in his pop-punk comfort zone and has released a new song that will please all fans of his past material in bands like (old) Hawk Nelson and Lights Go Down. Give “Starting Over” a listen on all digital networks right now and stream it below here on our website. You can also view/purchase the 20th Anniversary of “Letters to the President” Live Video Stream right here.… Continued →

November 3, 2024

Fighting From The Ground Up Vol. 4 - Out Now!

Fighting From The Ground Up Vol. 4 has now officially released. You can now download/stream “Fighting From The Ground Up Vol. 4” right now! So head on over to our bandcamp page and download/stream now. indievisionmusic.bandcamp.com Over 50 songs that hit in all the right places and will make your day so much better. During these turbulent times what better way to put a lid on the rage than with some Indie Vision Music fun. Give it a listen and make sure to write your review on bandcamp or on all our socials.… Continued →

October 31, 2024

The OC Supertones "Adventures of The..." Vinyl and My Reflection on That Time

So word on a vinyl pressing of “Adventures of the OC Supertones” by The O.C. Supertones has just dropped and surprisingly, the record is already up for sale in the Tooth & Nail Records store. It is shipping NOW! Those sneaky little devils at UnoriginalVinyl ;). I am going to post my thoughts and reflection on that time below this post. If you’re on Instagram/Facebook, I’ll try to get it to share but if not, just come back to our website to read the full write up by me.… Continued →

October 30, 2024

Orion Walsh Releases "Walking Through The Forest"

Orion Walsh’s return to the music scene with “Walking Through The Forest” promises a soul-stirring experience, celebrating one of the most compelling albums of his career and absolute personal favorite of mine. Releasing on October 31, 2024, via Fair Vaux, Walsh’s 7th studio album takes listeners on an introspective journey, blending lo-fi folk and emo undertones into a deeply evocative collection. Walsh, a celebrated singer-songwriter from Lincoln, Nebraska, draws on vivid, nostalgic imagery, crafted over a 6 week tour across the UK and Europe to reflect on life’s cyclic journey of breaking and healing.… Continued →

Introducing: JLV (MorZan, Fold Zandura, Mortal)

Jyro Xhan of Mortal, Fold Zandura, and recently MorZan fame, just launched a new instagram account and name for all future (solo) material. The new project will be “JLV” and songs are on the way. You can check out the new account right here: J3lv33 . How many of you are excited for more new music from this gentleman? No word yet on what will happen with the MorZan project.… Continued →

October 29, 2024

JCHC Fest 2025

The lineup and date for JCHC Fest has been announced for 2025. This very special Fest will feature Officer Negative and No Innocent Victim with the following bands supporting: The Deal, Headnoise, Take, Richie The Barber, Absolved, Barriers, Destroy Nate Allen, GratitudeTX, Infirmities, XDoulosX, and Zippy Josh and The Rag Tag Band. It was also announced that Officer Negative will be playing some new songs from their upcoming new album so that’s certainly exciting! It’ll be the ultimate Christian punk and hardcore fest. It’ll take place in a to be determined venue in So Cal (City to be announced) on April 5th 2025.… Continued →

Sower to Release "The Seed" November 8th

Sower, an indie rock project spreading the good news of the Gospel with all those who have ears to hear and an open heart to receive, are releasing their debut “The Seed” next Friday November 8th! The Seed EP was produced by Kevin Billingslea of Valleyheart fame. November 8th is shaping up to be a monumental day for new music – Sower, Light The Way, Pennylane, and Fighting From The Ground Up Vol. 4 all dropping the same day. This release I already have on Vinyl and it’s a beautiful release from top to bottom.… Continued →

October 28, 2024

Indie Vision Music Premiere: Light The Way - Lazybones (Music Video)

We are proud to present a music video for the brand new Light The Way single, “Lazybones”. Watch it below right here on IVM (or on our YouTube channel @indievisionmusic. This fun and hilarious new video captures the heart of the song perfectly and shows this pop-punk band at the top of their game. The band’s captivating and what one can only describe as their absolute BEST new album drops on November 8th via Small Step Records. You can pre-order the new album “Expel” on Vinyl and CD right here.… Continued →

October 24, 2024

October 23, 2024

Too Bad Eugene Release New Song and Music Video for "Unacceptable"

Too Bad Eugene have released their new song “Unacceptable” along with a music video for the politically charged but ultimately fun new song. Check out below. I am sure many of us share some of these sentiments, am I right? The band are also working on a follow up record to “Battle Scars” but you didn’t hear that from me. “Unacceptable” will also be available on “Fighting From The Ground Up Vol. 4” due out November 8th!… Continued →

Song of The Day: Capital Lights - Honey Don't Jump

Today’s Song of The Day comes from a band called “Capital Lights”, which are little heard of this day and age and whose last album released all the way back in 2012. That was 12 years ago, can you believe it? This band released 2 fantastic albums. While some people didn’t find as much enjoyment in the last album (final?), I certainly did. One of the highlights (there are plenty) for me off that record was “Honey Don’t Jump”. With lyrics about pulling someone from the brink of depression only to show them God’s love, grace, and ultimately, salvation in him.… Continued →

October 21, 2024

Indie Vision Music Presents: Fighting From The Ground Up Vol. 4, Releasing November 8th

I am proud to announce that the next Indie Vision Music digital compilation is almost here! “Fighting From The Ground Up Vol. 4” will now release on November 8th and will be a FREE Digital Compilation. You’ll be able to find this fine compilation over on our bandcamp page indievisionmusic.bandcamp.com on November 8th. We will host a listening party a few days before so stay tune for that! There are already 35 tracks and I have a few more to add in the coming days before this hits the interwebz.… Continued →

October 20, 2024

Introducing: Carly Ann Taylor

Another introduction for today is the music of Carly Ann Taylor. Carly is a young singer songwriter from Southern California with a bright and happy, soulful sound. She released her debut EP “Changing My Story” earlier this year and is gearing up to release her brand new single “Why Should I Worry” on November 15th. Pre-Save the single here. Her EP is really well done for an independent singer-songwriter and it being a “debut”. I encourage you to give her music a listen and pre-save that new single.… Continued →

Introducing: Lo Cloud

It’s time for a new band introduction and today I bring you “Lo Cloud”. Lo Cloud is a new indie band featuring Matt Hammitt formerly of Sanctus Real. The band have dropped their debut single “Sleepwalker” and it is available now! They have a great sound with vocals that soar. Imagine Jimmy Eat World meets Anberlin meets Thirty Seconds to Mars meets Plankeye and Switchfoot. It’s a unique sound with somewhat of a 90’s rock undercurrent mixed in with all the modern sounds. It’s really good stuff and I think a bunch of our readers will appreciate the sound of Lo Cloud.… Continued →

Pennylane to Release First New Song in 20 Years on November 8th

Pennylane are back from the dead and releasing a brand new recorded song titled “Thank You” in honor of the 20th anniversary of their critically acclaimed indie release, “From Paradise To Parking Lots” which originally came out on Indie Vision Music back in 2004 and has recently been re-released by the band themselves. They have a very short clip on their instagram page of the new song but I am sure more teases will drop in the coming weeks leading up to release. If you didn’t get a chance to listen to this Hawaii based band the first go around, now will be your perfect opportunity to get into Pennylane.… Continued →

October 15, 2024

Light The Way Announce New Album and Drop 2nd New Song

I am proud to announce that a favorite independent pop-punk band of mine – LIGHT THE WAY, have returned with not only their 2nd new song but that the song will be a part of the band’s new full length record, “Expel”, due out November 8th! Check out the new song “Wildfire” (Feat. Scott McNeil of Deathbreaker), below and on all digital networks NOW! Pre-order “Expel” on Vinyl and CD right here from the band’s own store. Read a little mini-review with some thoughts, below.… Continued →

Too Bad Eugene Fighting The Unacceptable to Release New Song

Too Bad Eugene are returning in 2024, just a few short months after releasing their new album “Battle Scars” with even more NEW music coming! They are releasing a new track titled “Unacceptable” just in time for election day where this divisive country will go and throw down their vote for the candidate that will most piss off the other side and vice versa. How fun! So you’ll certainly want to settle down, kick back a few energy drinks and rage in your room or office to the sounds of Too Bad Eugene.… Continued →

Brave Days Release "Tulip"

Texas based Pop-Punk/Easycore band – Brave Days, are back with a brand new song titled “Tulip” and it’s the best thing they’ve ever done. The perfect mix of pop and heavy almost post-hardcore, metalcore screaming action. It’s an amazing combo, thus the phrase “Easycore” being used here (if you don’t know what it is, please look it up and find some killer bands to become a fan of). “Tulip” is now available wherever you listen to music courtesy of Common Thread Records. You can also listen below, right here at IVM.… Continued →