Tag: Emo

I love the old playful quote about the difference between knowledge and wisdom: Knowledge is knowing Frankenstein isn’t the monster. Wisdom is knowing Frankenstein is the monster! A similar thought could be applied to Norwegian band Royal: Knowledge is knowing Royal isn’t punk. Wisdom is know Royal is punk. If punk is about shedding notions of convention and rules, then Royal was as punk as they come. Royal blended genres like chefs blend fancy soups. They were simultaneously indie rock, jazz, post-hardcore, emo . . .… Continued →

We are grieving today with our friends in Roadside Monument and fans of the indie rock innovators. This sad news came from the camp yesterday (Jan. 9, 2025): “We are sad to say that our friend and band mate, Joel Metzger passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday. Joel played drums on the My Life is Green 7” and the Beside This Brief Hexagonal album as well as playing with Damien Jurado on a few of his projects. He went on to become an amazing barber / hair stylist, eventually opening his own barber shop.… Continued →

This pop punk band were from Michigan. They appear to have been comprised of 3 brothers & disbanded in 2022. … Continued →

This band is heavy in content (and sound) dealing with childhood trauma and it’s aftermath. It’s an honest and powerful take on a subject that a lot of people run away from talking about. Give this band Static Ultra and their new song “Ghosts” a fair listen, below right here on our website.… Continued →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

My Epic have released “Loriella: The Film” and it is available now to view on YouTube (Watch Below). The live recordings have also been released through all digital networks as of last Friday! Go give it a listen and see why My Epic are one of the most cherished and well loved indie rock bands on the planet. If you haven’t given one of the best albums of 2024 a listen, go find “Loriella” today!… Continued →

The EP release the majority of us who’ve following this band have been waiting for, is finally here! Names Without Numbers which is a personal favorite band of mine (like you couldn’t tell), are releasing the best music they’ve ever done and even though it’s just an ep, these songs add a extra punch to an already glowing display of music in their two decades long career as a band. The depth of writing, the production, the variety in sounds on these songs are nothing short of extraordinary.… Continued →

Letter Kills have returned with a brand new song titled “Closer” that is some of the best music they’ve ever written together. Check out the music video for the track below this post and you can stream/download the song now wherever you get your music. I can’t wait to hear the rest of the new stuff because if this is any indication of what’s to come, we are in for a mind blowing listening experience.… Continued →

Chainstay are releasing their new track full of those midwest emo and pop-punk vibes titled “Take The Caseyville Exit” on September 13th. Follow the band on instagram to keep updated: chainstayband… Continued →

Audiophile return with a killer new pop-punk-emo tune titled “Bad Guy (Take It Back)” and it is available now on all digital networks. This young band continues to churn out hit after hit and they are just beginning to hit their stride. Wait till the rest of the world discovers these guys. Give them a listen today! Song can be streamed below this post. Follow the band on instagram at audiophilereal.… Continued →

Names Without Numbers will release yet another NEW song, this one titled “Ping Pong Ball in a Concrete Room”. The song will drop on August 16th through all digital networks and streaming sites. The song will appear the band’s best work yet and most exciting new album – “We Create Reality” due out this fall via Fair Vaux.… Continued →

Anberlin have just released a music video for their new song “Seven” which features lead vocals from Matty Mullins of Memphis May Fire. The song appears on the band’s new album “Vega” which is out now via Equal Vision Records.… Continued →

The Myriad will release their powerful and awe inspiring new single titled “We Are”, on August 7th via all digital networks and streaming sites. Make sure you listen as soon as it drops and we will do our best to add it to the top of the “Indie Vision New Music 2024” Spotify playlist once it goes live. Follow on Instagram: themyriadband… Continued →

This top-notch emo band came to us from Florida (members called both Tallahassee and Orlando home). They released two singles and two full-length albums in the short span between their formation in 1999, and calling it quits in 2006. But that’s not the full story. Forever Changed stood out from the seemingly limitless pack of faith-based emo bands in the late 90s/early 00s, in a number of ways. They were incredibly musical–complex arrangements, fitting production, and capable instrumentation. And their lyrics/songwriting skills matched the music. They were open and bold in expressing their faith, but achieved the rare feat of not sounding trite, preachy, or platitudinous.… Continued →

I am finally getting around to posting up the incredible music video from one of my favorite indie bands, Names Without Numbers. They just dropped their brand new single through all digital networks and it is titled “Box Fort Kingdom”. The song was released in part by the label Fair Vaux. The band has a new release on the way with a collection of songs are absolutely phenomenal in every way. Check out the music video for “Box Fort Kingdom”, below.… Continued →

This is a little announcement from your friends at Indie Vision Music. I am beginning work on a sequel to last year’s mega compilation, “Fighting From The Ground Up Vol. 3”. I am aiming to release this follow up (Vol. 4) in early October of this year. I am currently opening up submissions for all bands and artists to contribute a song of their liking that is NEW, NEWER, NEWISH. Only songs that are within 1 year of release are welcome and/or are unreleased or better yet, BRAND NEW!!.… Continued →

Anberlin have returned with their slightly revamped lineup featuring Matty Mullins taking over lead vocals from Stephen Christian who is on a hiatus from the band. Check out the brand new song “Walk Alone” in this imaginative and fun music video, below here on our website. The band’s new album “Vega” is available August 2nd through Equal Vision Records and is up for pre-order right here. Super limited vinyl so get yours now! (follow at Anberlin on socials to get the direct link).… Continued →

Names Without Numbers are proud to announce their signing to new label home – Fair Vaux. The band will release their brand new single “Box Fort Kingdom” on July 5th via the label. Stay tuned for further news and updates on both the band and label. I am proud to say I once worked with this killer band back when they were on the IVM label and going back 2 decades ago when I put them on my first compilation experience with Tooth & Nail Records called “I’m Your Biggest Fan Vol.… Continued →

Noise Ratchet have announced their reunion by being added to the Furnace Fest 2024 lineup and they’ve also teased the vinyl re-release of their now classic album, “Till We Have Faces”, originally released by The Militia Group in 2002. The band would go on to record and release a follow up EP for The Militia Group before departing for a major and recording their ill fated full length with Rick Rubin which was shelved and has been in the vault ever since. I’ve heard it and it would have been the band’s finest work and on par with the biggest bands of the 00’s.… Continued →

In 2004, I released the greatest EP that very little people got a chance to hear. MySpace didn’t have a big enough reach and I was a nobody from Orange County with Indie Vision Music, trying to play with the big boys. This band – Pennylane, deserved worldwide acclaim and their live shows plus studio performances were a testament to that endearing appeal of music and message. These Hawaii gents that uprooted their lives to move to Portland, Oregon and chase their dreams was the very reason the record was titled “From Paradise to Parking Lots”.… Continued →

Tooth & Nail Records has just signed the band – My Epic! This will be the first time in their careers that they’ve changed labels. Their last non-label release was “This is Rescue (EP)” back in 2006. Congrats to the band and label. Let’s not forget all the amazing music they made with Facedown Records. They’ve got quite a hill to climb to beat those expectations that began with their last releases. “Northstar” is out this Friday and yes, it is a single. Click here to pre-save the new single.… Continued →

A lineup that’ll blow most fans minds of that early to late 00’s emo (or whatever you want to call it cool guy) is heading for your town this summer. The “20 Years of Tears Tour” will feature Hawthorne Heights, Thursday, Saosin, Anberlin, I See Stars, Cartel, Armor For Sleep, Stick To Your Guns, Emery, and This Wild Life. Now not all the bands will be at every date so be sure to check the tour poster below for the line up on each date closest to you.… Continued →

Happy Valentine’s Day, Lovers! We are proud to present the brand new music video and song from critically acclaimed indie rock/emo darlings – Cool Hand Luke. The song is titled “If You Keep” and you can watch the music video and listen to the song below this post on our YouTube page. Enjoy!… Continued →

I’m proud to announce that Cool Hand Luke have returned with their first new song in more than 7 years titled “If You Keep”. The song has an accompanying music video which we will premiere right here at IVM on 2/14/24 which for lovers is known as Valentine’s Day. You’ll be able to watch the video as it premieres on our YouTube channel right here. Make sure to sign up for notifications and subscribe to our channel. This is a powerful song and some of the best to come from Cool Hand Luke in years.… Continued →

The Ohio band Pits are a band whose roots started in Panama. They are a hard band to list genre-wise, but I would say emo-pop punk-alternative esque. Appears they only released 1 full length & an 8 song EP on Angryson Records. This was the same label who released music from Neshamah & Aftertaste. The short lived Mono vs Stereo label picked up this SOTD for their The Revolution Will Begin in the Blink of an Eye 2nd comp. Check this catchy song out & try not to sing along the 2nd time!… Continued →

The folks at Thumper Punk Records have released a new compilation featuring a staggering 21 tracks! The comp’s contributions range from unsigned/unheard of bands to the mighty prolific, and include multiple subgenres from folk-punk to pop-punk to hardcore and even black metal. Best of all, all proceeds go towards the Valley Churches Together Food Pantry project based in Santa Cruz, California! Download and support the project here: https://thumperpunkrecords.bandcamp.com/album/valley-churches-united-food-pantry-benefit-compilation… Continued →

The brand new 4 song EP “Whispers of Pain” from Dona Luzi which is a pop-punk/emo band from Germany. The artwork for the EP was done by none other than Andrew Carlin of Light The Way. The Ep is released through Small Step Records and you can order a CD of it right here. Available now on all digital networks.… Continued →