The Agony Scene is friggin’ heavy. I remember it seemd this band & AILD came out at roughly the same time. I loved this debut & not As IU Lay Dying better as the song quality was tons better. Plus I was into the goth & metal scene & fishnets & eyeliner & Hot Topic & all that. Crowd surfed at Norma Jean shows & hung out with Zao & Stretch Armstrong at New Brookland Tavern in Columbia, SC. Well this song is a killer tune, but also check out the debut as there isn’t a dud on it.… Continued →
Grand Prize hailed from the Calvary Chapel location in Idaho. They eventually changed their name to Esterlyn & do a more AC/worshipful vibe. This SOTD has a special meaning to me & is a lot of what I personally struggle with. : You say that you love Him with your life But your going your own way You need to let Him have your rights Let Him take control of your life.”
So come on over feel His Grace shining bright
It’s not over you still need to fight
You say that it can’t be done
You just can’t live what’s right
Well that’s not right
He will heal you tonight
You say that you love Him with your life
But your going your own way
You need to let Him have your rights
Let Him take control of your life
He’ll set you free, Tonight, yea yea tonight
Some come on over let His love draw you near
It’s not over He wipe away every tear
You say that it can’t be done
You just can’t live what’s right
Well that’s not right
He will heal you tonight
Oh how He loves You- How He longs to forgive You
Won’t you let Him take your hand
Won’t you let Him show you His Plan
He will change you, He will change you, He will change you
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Fono was an awesome band that had a really outstanding debut, but seemed to fail into obscurity shortly thereafter a follow-up. They originally came from the United Kingdom under the name Seven, but moved to California for their American tenure. Their vocalist actually played in other bands I have releases from called Split Level & Tribe of Dan. They actually opened for Bon Jovi before changing their name to Fono. Goesaroundcomesaround is a great release and there are no duds on it.
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Blo0odlined Calligraphy was a hardcore/metalcore band hailing from Michigan that featured a female vocalist> They went from Selah to Strike First to Facedown Records in a matter of 3 years. Vocalist Ally also plays piano, but this SOTD is straight up heavy. I remember Jaddeus from RadioU’s hxc show playing this son on his show & I have dug it all these years. Also check out Isaac is the Champ.
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Nine Lashes is a modern rock band from Alabama that always seemed to be a band (at least in their first few releases) that should have been huge in the mainstream. Check out this catchy song, but also the ballad Surrender. And yes, they are still going having released a single in 2021.
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The W’s were a short lived swing revival/ska band whose 2 full lengths garnered a lot of airplay on Christian rock stations back in the day. They are well known for their first hit The Devil is Bad but also check out the superb Moses. I did not know, but 2 members of the band formed a band BenDixon that I have been starting to follow lately. Today’s SOTD though is in homage to one of my fave songs to play on bass guitar.
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Dorean Lives has an a interesting background in that the band was created as a way of dealing with loss. Hailing from Alabama, the band created a several music videos out of their one & only release that I know of. & this awesome catchy SOTD is one of them
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Ronnie Winter-Defoe is the vocalist for The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus which became well known on mainstream radio for their song Face Down. A few years ago, their music found its way onto “Christian” radio shows. This beautiful SOTD was re-recorded for TRJA, but I have always liked this version better & love its lyrical content..
For all the times you told me not to jump ’cause I might fall
I said ‘Thank you, thank you’
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Afewloosescrews was an obscure punk rawk band from the mid 90’s era. I have been looking for some very rare songs of theirs from a couple Dwarf Records compilations-Sunshine Nomad & Confidence for years. I have always liked their LP & this cover from Rez Band & hope you do also.
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Dead Awake Dreaming was a metalcore band that hailed from California. Their Facebook has not been updated since 2016, but their mission was to love the unloved & I feel we all understand that. Jesus does hear our cries & will be there for us no matter what even when we don’t understand ourselves.
Another day with no one to hold you or feel your pain It’s tough when no one is around to say, “Everything is okay” Don’t stop, push on You wanna lie when someone asks if you have been alright Trying to paint a portrait of something that you are not at all What Happens Behind Closed Doors Where have you gone to so far away?… Continued →
Eisley, from Tyler TX, is an awesome band that I wish to have seen live. To me, they kinda reminded me of Chasing Furies, but with a lot longer discography. This song has always struck a chord with me for its lyrical content.
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Mat Kearney is who I’ve been listening to most the past few years. hailing from Oregon. He has so many songs that I relate to. This love song is dedicated to my girlfriend Mindy whom I had been waiting for my entire life. Also check out One Black Sheep, Heartbeat & Moving On, etc…!
When you stopped me in my tracks
The very first time
Had me going
The very first night
Waved goodbye, your keys locked inside
I knew you were the only one
With your crazy voice mail, seen your spotted toes
Way funnier than anyone knows
With your daddy’s eyes and your grandma’s gun
You’re the only one
That little crook in your teeth and your 5 inch feet
When you tie your hair up in the bun
Whatever the weather, we’ll stick together forever
‘Cause you’re the only one
Seven billion in the world baby
I only wanna be with you
I don’t want another girl baby
I only wanna be with you
Waiting for you all my life
I can’t wait another night
Seven billion in the world
And you’re the only I want, it’s true
Yeah, yeah yeah, yeah yeah yeah yeah
I only wanna be with
Only wanna be with
Yeah, yeah yeah, yeah yeah yeah yeah
Only wanna be with you
You put too much salt on everything you eat
Wake up freezing ’cause I stole the sheets
And you talk to the wall, pop your gum in your sleep
You’re the only one
And you worry about your dad on his motorbike
The way your voice cracks when you wanna fight
And you never wanna sleep so I talk all night
To the only one
Turn out the lights and hold me tonight
We don’t need the sun
Whatever the weather, we’ll stick together forever
‘Cause you’re the only one
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Ruby Joe was an awesome rocka/pscychobill band from California. They changed things up on their 2nd album which dabbled in swing. The original band that 2 members were in was named Strugglefish which is in reference I’m pretty sure to one of my all time faves 1st LP DigHayZoose which was actually my first review for one of their songs. Anyways, this SOTD is catchy & related to one of my friends’ cat lol! Anyways, hope you have fun listening to this one.
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Hangnail is a pop punk band hailing from Wisconsin. I did have a chance to see them at Carowinds which is a theme park in the Carolinas along with several other artists such as KJ-52 & Beanbag. Forming in the early 90s, it appears they rebanded in 2020 & working on new material. This SOTD has always been my favorite due to its lyrical content & catchy sound. I have indeed felt the way that this song talks about. It does not make sense to us broken humans how God will forgive us they way He does & will.… Continued →
Luther-N was an industrial side project from a band I saw with Disciple many years ago called Junker Jorg. This song got stuck in my head when it came out & is a mix of rapcore & industrial which works in this song IMHO. Hope you like it as well. Their only release to my knowledge was on Youngside records which is the label that released music by my fave goth band The Awakening.
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This City Awaits is comprised of Phillip Ivey & Darah Hubbard. They are a rock band with metal influences & have released a few albums. The band even did a livestream back In February. I love their song White Ambulance, but chose Hold Still as the song lyrics relate to what I am currently going through- “Will I pass this test with dignity?” I also added the livestream.
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Moral Support were an Irish new wave band that brought the genre to Christian rock in a more open manner around the world. This song is a bit quirky to me (imagine that when we’re listening to new wave!). Hope ya like it
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Cry Mercy was a groove metal band hailing from Australia signed to Steve Rowe’s record label. I remember hearing them on a compilation put out by Rowe Productions & loved this song. The album didn’t fare well, but might have done a lot better if it came out back in the early 90s instead of 1996 like it did. Also check out D.A.M.
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Shade was a post grunge band in the same vein as 12 Stones, Day of Fire, etc… I can’t find much about them, but also check out their amazing song Case from their first LP Middle of Somewhere.
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Microskapic (also seen listed as Microscopic) was a quirky Christian rock/reggae/ska/punk hybrid band that started on Travis Wyrick’s Rugged Records label. They seemed to have only released 2 LPs before disbanding. Other than that, good luck on finding much about them.
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Beekin was a rap/modern rock hybrid that hailed from Tennessee. They released one full length 2009’s All That’s Left Behind which sported the single Take Everything, but also has a decent cover of Mister Mister’s Broken Wings.
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Kronicles was a nu-metal/modern rock band that changed their style to dubstep rock. I dig the change & hope you like this one also.
As far as I can see, no one knows me like you do. And no one knows where the wind blows,
Where it comes and where it goes, but I just need you here.
I need you.
Anxious, I confess
Break it down and I’m 46ed
And when it all comes down
I need you
Mad stressed, I digress
Feelin down and I need my fix
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My Epic is great live. They are also an emotional post hardcore band that hails from North Carolina whose lyrics seem to pour from a longing to understand Jesus. I am not going to write much on this epic band as IVM already did an interview that you can check out here https://www.indievisionmusic.com/interviews/my-epic-3/
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Akeldama is a Christian arena rock band that released their self-titled release in 1996. Think Warrior, Blood & Fire, Krush or Laudamus to get a feeling. Anyways, had a really hard time finding their music, but was able to speak with the bassist/vocalist on social media who subsequently sent me a few of their songs. “Akeldama” is actually the Aramaic name for field of blood which is where Judas hung himself after betraying Jesus. Anyways, this song speaks of a girl who is going the wrong direction away from YHWH & the singer is crying out for her to wake up & come back to Jesus.… Continued →
Point of Recognition was a metalcore/spirit filled hardcore band that changed their sound after their Admiration of a Son LP. The band came onto the scene when Underoath was still in their early days & No Innocent Victim was huge. TBH I never did care for their muddy hardcore sound after Admiration. This SOTD was chosen due to its sound & great lyrics, but also check out Return to Strength, A Path Unknown & Unlawful Burden.
I thank you Lord for the grace you’ve shown me sometimes I just don’t know why, because there’s no creature ever so more wretched than I, and I will bow down with my face to the floor from all those times that I’ve searched for something more, but I will dry those tears and hold my head up high, cause I stand a conqueror in Jesus name.… Continued →
Broomtree is a modern rock band from a small record labelled called Rustproof that brought us Polarboy, Send the Beggar & a few others. Vocalist Kylie has a distinct voice that sill reminds of a few 90s female fronted bands. Reckless is from their 2nd LP which has a more polished sound to it & contains some thought provoking lyrics.
I see what you want, I know who you are
The latest big shock won’t get you too far
You live in the dreams of how your life seems
But you never care for the reality
Your personality is not be coming to me
You won’t drag me down into this world
You know the truth but won’t live the life
You make the rules, the rhythm and rhyme
Behind the wheel, don’t know how to drive
You travel still, through your reckless life
I hear the excuse blamed on the abuse
You give out your heart and you claim that you’re used
You know how it feels but you welcome it still
As you tear at the whole when there’s nothing to fill
It’s temporarily hiding the fact that you’re in need
Then you’re sinking down into this world…
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Hope Kills Fear hails from New York City & started in the mainstream when a few members came from another band. The band’s name comes from a fan of the band when their vocalist saw the phrase on the fan’s Myspace page. Although they have shared the stages with mainstream artists, the band is most definitely Christian based. Besides this inspirational SOTD about surrendering to YHWH & to “destroy the thing you’re running after”, check out Save Me.
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Fight the Fade is a modern rock band from Tulsa, Oklahoma that remind me of a harder edge 7eventh Time Down for some reason. The band has released 5 albums thus far & several catchy singles including some amazing songs including Rise, Seasons, Lanterns, Falling & some great covers from Adella, Linkin Park & this SOTD from Echosmith.
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Is there something that you’re holding onto that you need to let go? I think we all have felt that from time to time as Christians as YHWH continuously works on us. White Heart was an amazing rock band that had a plethora of members & albums. I actually worked with Rick Florian’s son a few years ago! Anyways, today’s SOTD was chosen as a reminder of the joy of letting go of what hurts us/holds us back from the potential that YHWH wants for us.… Continued →
AsFireFalls formed as a electronicore band with a softer edge. Hailing from Idaho, the 3 piece (which apparently started out as 4 members) has released an EP & numerous singles that have aired on Christian rock radio stations/shows. Branson is so darn catchy that it was just itching to be a SOTD. Also included is a live video & their website.
https://www.asfirefalls.com/about
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