Interviews

August 27, 2010

Righteous Vendetta

Meet lead vocalist, Ryan Hayes of Righteous Vendetta. How long have you guys been playing together and how did you meet? Righteous Vendetta met and started in November of 2008 at Northwest College in Powell, Wyoming. Zach, Ryan, Alex and Justin all had an interest in music and teamed with their piano professor Tim Schoessler to start the original line-up of RV. Since the band has undergone four members changes and played over 130 shows. What are some bands that have influenced your sound? Killswitch Engage, August Burns Red, Circle of Contempt, Sky Eats Airplane, As I Lay Dying, Unearth.… Continued →

August 19, 2010

August 17, 2010

The Burial

Meet vocalist David Marshall of The Burial. How did you guys meet and how long have you been playing together? Todd (guitar) and Jake (bass) were both playing in a previous band by the name of Oh Captain, My Captain and after that band broke up, they decided to start playing metal together. Jake knew Randy (drums) from shows and hanging out and convinced Randy to pick up drums for The Burial, as he was a guitar player firstly. Then Jeff (guitar) joined after being approached by Jake to try out and stuck around until he decided to focus on school.… Continued →

August 8, 2010

August 3, 2010

Newsboys

For a band like The Newsboys, everything’s been said – and it’s been said a million different ways. I doubt there’s a single person in the Christian music scene that hasn’t heard of them. They’ve seen six records go gold, countless #1 hits, Dove awards and national and global press. After having participated in countless interviews, these guys have gotten smart. So much so, that during our conversation, drummer Duncan Phillips was able to tell me what my next question would be. That is, until I switched gears from talking about their new album, to talking about their new message.… Continued →

August 2, 2010

Divided by Friday

Matt from Divided by Friday gave me a few minutes of his time to talk about their recent release, their music video, and hypnotizing band-mates.

July 31, 2010

July 26, 2010

Aaron Gillespie

Listen to Aaron Gillespie speak his hear in this IVM-exclusive interview while on his Canadian tour.

July 20, 2010

July 19, 2010

July 16, 2010

Confide

Joshua filled in for Joel/Ross in this spur of the moment interview @ Vans Warped Tour in Toronto, ON.

July 14, 2010

July 12, 2010

The Famine

The Famine's new vocalist Nick Nowell talks about their practice space fire, the album, and more

July 7, 2010

July 3, 2010

June 23, 2010

June 17, 2010

June 9, 2010

May 26, 2010

The Letter Black

After signing with Tooth & Nail, The Letter Black wasted no time in making a name for themselves. Their Breaking The Silence EP debuted in 2009, and they gained exposure while on tour with Skillet, Hawk Nelson and Decyfer Down. It was at one of these shows that I first heard them. As I worked their merch table and heard Sarah’s powerful vocals sing to the packed out audience, I was quite impressed. It’s not often than a female fronted rock band makes such an impact.… Continued →

May 20, 2010

Ivoryline

When Ivoryline debuted There Came a Lion, back in 2008, I was asked to provide a short review of the record for a magazine. They were a new band to me. But as soon as I listened, I was hooked. Since then I have been an avid Ivoryline fan – continuously looking forward to the day when they would play a show near me. Well, almost two years later, I had the chance to see a live set. With intense lyrics, catchy hooks and an immense amount of energy, the band is currently rocking venues across the country with Madina Lake and The Classic Crime.… Continued →

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April 5, 2010