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Hagin Hayes - The Bend
Check out an exclusive track from Hagin Hayes (Ex-Rest.).
Author: Lee Brown
October 29, 2013
October 26, 2013
INTERVIEW : Stryper
IVM chats on the phone with Stryper's long-time lead singer Michael Sweet. After 30 years in the industry, what does the band have on their minds. And, how are they reacting to the early success of their new album? Find out that and more.
October 24, 2013
In the Silence of the Mind - Thinking/Over/Thinking - Part 2
In the Silence of the Mind: October 25, 2013
Thinking/Over/Thinking – Part 2 – Thinking about Ourselves
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Trek back through the Silence: Thinking over Thinking Part 1 l Pastor’s Appreciation Month Part 1 l Part 2 l Purity in the Media Part 1 l Part 2 l Part 3
“I’m trying to free your mind, Neo. But I can only show you the door. You’re the one that has to walk through it.”… Continued →
John Tibbs - Abraham
John Tibbs has just released the following video for his song “Abraham.” This song is from the EP Anchor, which is now available. Check out the rest of his press release, below the video embed.
From John Tibbs:
Oh, hey there.
I hope this starts your day off right.
I am so excited to share the Official Lyric Video for Abraham from the Anchor EP!
This song is one of my current favorites off of the record. It’s message is simple: No matter what you have done, No matter who you have hurt, No matter where life finds you this morning … God is greater.… Continued →
October 20, 2013
REVIEW : Scott Stapp - Proof of Life
Former Creed frontman Scott Stapp brings a solo effort shaped by his hurt-filled past and faith-filled struggles. With strong radio tracks like "New Day Coming" and "Dying to Live" and likely semi-controversial tracks such as "Jesus was a Rock Star," is "Proof of Life" worth wading into? Find out here.
October 18, 2013
In the Silence of the Mind - Thinking/Over/Thinking - Part 1
The In the Silence of the Mind column starts taking us on a journey into... our minds. Don't miss it.
October 15, 2013
Sinners to Saints - Peace//Keeper
Southern Pennsylvania Christian metalcore band Sinners To Saints (Red Cord Records) released their new music video for, Peace//Keeper today. This is the debut music video off their latest album, The Greatest of These. Click below to watch “Peace/Keeper”.… Continued →
REVIEW : Stryper - No More Hell to Pay
The Yellow and Black attack is back. If you understand that statement without any explanation, that may be all you need to go buy this album. If that didn't make sense, read on.
October 10, 2013
REVIEW : Close Your Eyes - Line in the Sand
Close Your Eyes is back with new lead singer Sam from Blessed by a Broken Heart but the same infectious spirit that drove you to them in the first place. Is "Line In the Sand" worthy of their former glory? Read on to find out.
In the Silence of the Mind - Here's How to "Double Honor" Your Pastor this Month
Part two of our look at pastor's appreciation month is here. To conclude this series, we look at how to "double honor" your pastor.
October 5, 2013
Final Surrender Release Lyric Video for "Refresh" (Sneak Peek)
Bangalore India based Final Surrender set to debut lyric video. Catch a sneak peak here.
October 3, 2013
In the Silence of the Mind - Here's How to Destroy Your Pastor (w/ Book Excerpt)
In honor of Pastor's Appreciation Month, this edition of "In the Silence of the Mind" examines how you can destroy your pastor, their ministry, and their sanity. Fun times had by all.
September 30, 2013
REVIEW : Even the Dogs - They'll Never See It Coming
Tulsa's own Even the Dogs join bands like Righteous Vendetta and Iron Sharpens Iron in venturing into new and more exciting waters of the tried-and-true metalcore genre. But, do the many elements come together in just the right mix, or are we left with a cacophonous clash? Read on to find out.
September 27, 2013
REVIEW : Righteous Vendetta - The Fire Inside
Righteous Vendetta are back with the culmination of what they started in this year's "EP Vol. 1." But, does the fact that so many songs are recycled hinder the lasting value of this effort? Read on to find out.
In the Silence of the Mind: Purity in the Media - Part 3
In the Silence of the Mind: September 27th, 2013
Purity in the Media: Part 3.
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“Music is God’s gift to man, the only art of Heaven given to earth, the only art of earth we take to Heaven.”
– Walter Savage Landor
Now, I know my thought for today won’t be a popular one. Anytime a “preacher/teacher” speaks out about questioning our media choices, people feel as though the Spanish Inquisition is happening all over again. For many years Christian leaders have tried to dictate followers’ media choices through coercive means.… Continued →
September 19, 2013
In the Silence of the Mind: Purity in the Media - Part 2
In the Silence of the Mind: September 19th, 2013
Purity in the Media: Part 2.
In part one of In The Silence of the Mind: Purity in the Media I recounted a pivotal moment in my life where my preferred media choices and my devotion to Christ came to a head. Let’s continue our journey together by starting with a great quote from an amazing author.
“Christians aren’t really so different from non-Christians, certainly not on the scale you would expect considering the promises of love, joy, and peace boldly pronounced from thousands of pulpits across the land.… Continued →
September 13, 2013
In the Silence of the Mind: Purity in the Media - Part 1
How does the media effect our purity? Can what you consume, really consume you? Can what you watch and listen to effect your relationship with God?
September 4, 2013
INTERVIEW : Close Your Eyes
This week, we get the chance to chat with hardcore favorites Close Your Eyes about their upcoming album "Line in the Sand", new lead singer Sam Robinson (Blessed by a Broken Heart), Shane's departure, and what God is doing in their lives right now. Did your question get asked? Read on to find out.
September 2, 2013
The Problem with Numerical Scores
William Shakespeare once penned a line for one of his most indelible characters to utter; “What’s in a name?” Shakespeare used the rose, which would smell the same if it were called something other than a rose, as an example of how titles can sometimes mislead. Within the journalistic genre in which I put my pen to the test (when I’m not writing books like this that you should read… I know shameless self promotion!) the problem is often not names. Though we could easily re-apply Shakespeare’s words to those times when bands change members/sounds/styles, as they are so prone to do, the problem for those of us who review albums (and those of us who read reviews) is of a different sort.… Continued →
REVIEW : Leaders - Indomitable
Does Leaders' new album stand on par with the awesome summer the label has had so far? Can an appearance from Impending Doom's own Brook Reeves make this the best heavy album of the year? Read on to find out.
August 12, 2013
Love and Death - Meltdown
Check out the new video for "Meltdown" from Love and Death.
The Almost - I'm Down Starring Vitor Belfort
The Almost debut their new music video featuring UFC alum Vitor Belfort
August 3, 2013
REVIEW : Finding Iris - We the Moon
Finding Iris brings a driving rock sound that may remind some of their influences Breaking Benjamin and 10 Years. Is this album worth adding to your rock collection? Read on to find out more.
July 27, 2013
INTERVIEW : Hawk Nelson
Daniel from Hawk Nelson and I chat about life with a new lead singer, how Mercy Me changed their band's course, fans with multiple belly buttons, and so much more.
July 25, 2013
REVIEW : Tug Fork River Band - No Hope For Man
The Tug Fork River Band bring their newest effort "No Hope For Man" to the table. WIth a distinct southern touch and some BTA inspired riffs, TFRB may bring enough with it to get your attention.
July 19, 2013
Ryan Hunt - Nothing Can Tear Us Apart
Ryan Hunt is an independent worship/rock artist from Arizona. We reviewed his album Control back in October. Ryan has released this song as a single, and it can be found at the links below:
BUY IT HERE – https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/not…
Find the FREE CHORD CHART & more at www.ryanhuntband.com
… Continued →
July 4, 2013
Analyzing Iron Sharpens Iron - "Justice"
A while back I had the opportunity to connect with Iron Sharpens Iron and be one of the first to review their Beware the Wolves EP. For a recap, the band had a moving and powerful testimony that helped to feed even more passion into an album that was dominantly leaning towards power metal.
With their recent release of the song “Justice,” see lyric video below, the band begins to expand their range into the metalcore genre. As Brandon noted, rather than a RIYL that would stray towards Blessed by a Broken Heart, now the band is going head to head with the likes of Phinehas and August Burns Red.… Continued →
June 30, 2013
REVIEW : Extol - Self Titled
After eight years of silence, Extol is back and is ready to draw you in with melodic riffs and creative beats. Check out the review to find out if it was worth waiting eight years for this album.
June 27, 2013
INTERVIEW : Skillet
John Cooper from Skillet and I chat about the new hit album "Rise," why Ben left, if they feel the need to always have female drummers now, and so much more.
INTERVIEW : August Burns Red (ABR Week - Day 5)
For our final day of August Burns Red Week, I bring you our official interview with many of YOUR questions.