Tag: indie

As Cities Burn are BACK and with a new song to prove it. This song will definitely please early fans of the band while also keeping interest from later era fans as well. This is like the perfect combination of sounds from their entire back catalog. Check out “Chains” below and pre-order the new album “Scream Through The Walls” which will be out June 7th on Equal Vision Records. Good for them.… Continued →

Indie pop darlings – Lovelite, are officially changing their name to POLFER. You can find the official statement and information regarding this name change, below.… Continued →

The classic 1997 scene defining debut “Letterbox” by those passionate emo rockers Brandtson, is getting the vinyl treatment via the recently relaunched Steadfast Records. The album has been remixed and remastered and will be available on CD/Tape/Vinyl. I remember buying the original Letterbox on CD from Steadfast Records back in the day when you had to order via snail mail. The band would later re-release the album with new artwork on Deep Elm Records. Go pre-order this classic album right here and let those memories flow right back into your mind.… Continued →

It appears that Voyagers are working on new music. These guys come highly recommended by yours truly and were part of an “introducing” post last year. The band also appeared on “Family & Friends Vol. 1” in 2018. If you aren’t familiar with their music, go check them out here and listen below. For fans of Sparta, Thrice, Thursday, Armor for Sleep, and My Epic. I’m honestly surprised Spartan Records or Tooth & Nail haven’t picked these guys up yet.… Continued →

Mainframe will be releasing a surprise new song titled “Let The Trip Begin” in 2 weeks via Indie Vision Music. This will be a departure for the group of anonymous rockers as the music will take a slight turn from punk rock and venture a little into Americana Rock n’ Roll territory. If you enjoyed songs off the past 2 eps and were aching for a little more diversity, you’ve found it. We will do a song reveal on IVM very soon. Sef Idle of Simpul Studio is lending his studio talents into mastering this fine new track.… Continued →

Starflyer 59 drop the title track off the upcoming new full length effort “Young In My Head”, which releases on April 26th through Tooth & Nail Records. The song is an energetic, upbeat jam featuring a driving drum section, slight synth elements, and that classic Jason Martin guitar tone. If you’ve never heard of SF59 and somehow missed out on the past 25 years of legendary music making, give these two new songs a listen then go back and listen to the classics. Are we really calling Starflyer 59 “classic rock” now?… Continued →

My Epic have done it again and are about to stun the world with their new music video for the song “White Noises”. This is an extremely well done music video and will have people standing on their feet shouting, “who the heck is this ‘My Epic’ band?” People that aren’t IN on one of the best kept secrets of the underground music scene will be in for a real surprise. Check out the video below and make sure to pre-order “Violence” now (out May 10th on Facedown).… Continued →

My Epic have announced a tour in support of their upcoming EP “Violence.” The tour with Valleyheart starts mid-May and runs through the 1st of June. Tickets on sale Friday. Please see dates below. My Epic’s new ep “Violence” is out worldwide on May 10th through Facedown Records.… Continued →

The highly anticipated new record from Starflyer 59 will be released on April 26th through Tooth & Nail Records. This is the group’s 15th studio album (can you believe it?). Pre-order in several different vinyl options as well as on CD right here. If you didn’t get a chance to listen to the new song you can do so below.… Continued →

It appears that the Aaron Sprinkle led rock band FAIR have come out from retirement and are posting all over social media. Begin speculation now about a new album. There is just 2 weeks left to contribute to the Rose Blossom Punch Vinyl campaign right here. Some tasty incentives and a potential show with Aaron Sprinkle, and Fair. Follow Fair here on Facebook and @fairisaband on instagram.… Continued →

Everyone’s favorite underrated indie rock band MY EPIC, have just unveiled the track listing for their upcoming release “Violence”. Check it out below this message. How many people here are My Epic lifers (life long fans)?… Continued →

Starflyer 59 have dropped a surprise song on all of us today titled “Hey, Are You Listening”. Check out the wonderful new song as well as a personal look at the upcoming album via an interview with Jason Martin right here. The new album from Jason Martin and company is titled “Young In My Head” and this fitting commentary on age through the medium known as music, will see release on April 26th on Tooth & Nail Records. This new song sounds like the perfect combination of all your favorite past discography material and mixes it up a bit.… Continued →

My Epic have announced their new release “Violence” and put a date of 5.10.19 on social media which one can assume is the release date. Perfect date for the summer season! Who else here is excited about another new My Epic release? I know I am!… Continued →

The band Starfield are back and better than ever. The group last released an album back in 2012 and will embark on an upcoming tour (in Canada) with The Color and Brooke Nicholls. Dates for the tour as well as extra info can be found by clicking this link. More info can be found below as well. Who is pumped for this reunion?… Continued →

Check out this really great version of “After All” with Leigh Nash (Sixpence None the Richer) by the band The Choir. You can find the song in lyric video form, below.… Continued →

One of my favorite independent worship groups Seeker & Servant, are back with a brand new song titled “Fear Of Missing Out”. Check out the song below and pick up on bandcamp right here. These guys have been making music on their own terms for several years and the beauty of what is composed is simply beyond words. Check them out… Continued →

I’m beyond thrilled to announce the release of the new Slow Coming Day album “1000 Years (Like a Day)” which is available worldwide via all Digital Networks and streaming sites. Please consider purchasing a copy and if you stream on Spotify, add it to your playlists. Help us spread the word about this amazing new album. You can also buy on Bandcamp here or on CD from IVM here. I hope to have CDs by first week of March, I am just waiting on a few more orders in the store to cover costs of manufacturing these.… Continued →

Check out this great post-hardcore/rock band Rooted in Dust, from New York state. This band just released their debut ep titled “Like Fire Like Water” through all digital networks and streaming sites. This unique blend of post-hardcore, hard rock, and worship really shows potential for how far these guys can go in the future. The diverse sound would appeal to fans of: Attalus, Incubus, DENS, King’s Kaleidoscope, Sent by Ravens, Thursday, The Prayer Chain, Texas is the Reason, Stavesacre, and Manchester Orchestra.… Continued →

I’d like to introduce all our readers to the new sounds of “Tosti”. David Tosti of Pax217 fame has embarked on a solo outing as singer/songwriter but it’s not what you think. Give it a listen below or an all digital networks. The song is titled “Where”.… Continued →

The independent rock act known as “Spoken” with long time vocalist, Matt Baird, have just launched a GoFundMe campaign to help with the new album process for what they are working on. You’ll get a new unreleased song and poster for contributing. Who is excited for new Spoken?… Continued →

We present another brand new song from Slow Coming Day titled “Shoes, Ships, and Sealing Wax” and can be viewed via YouTube below. Please spread the word. The new Slow Coming Day album “1000 Years (Like a Day)” is out worldwide on Valentine’s Day! Don’t know what to get your special loved one this holiday? May I suggest you share this sweet new music with them? Lovers unite! You can also check out the album in full over on PunkNews.org right now.… Continued →

Every so often a song will pique my interest from a new artist that seemingly comes out of nowhere. This new song “Follow” off the upcoming album from new artist Hallowell takes you on a spiritual journey through beautiful forest-like soundscapes and layered touches of pure magical joy. That’s the best description I can offer when explaining this new song from Hallowell. I could drop in the standard RIYL type sentence but really Hallowell is an artist all his own. Check out the new song “Follow” below.… Continued →

The new song from Slow Coming Day titled “First Sight” is making it’s grand premiere over on New Noise Magazine right now. Head over here and click to listen. I hope you enjoy. “1000 Years (Like a Day)” is out on February 14th.… Continued →

Forum Blue which is the new project of Ray Torres has begun working on their debut studio album. This highly anticipated independent release will probably slip under most people’s radars but that is purpose of IVM, to spread awareness about such indie artists and give them a platform. Make sure to keep a close watch on this project. If anyone is in Seattle on February 2nd and wants to catch Forum Blue live, they’ll be at Cedar & Spokes Coffee & Bar at 2125 Western Ave in the city of Seattle, Washington.… Continued →

Finding a rock album in 2018 feels like searching for a needle in a haystack of hip hop. That’s why I’ve done my best to collect all of the rock, alternative, indie, metal, and punk albums I’ve come across in 2018 into one list for you. It’s far from complete (especially when it comes to heavy albums) but hopefully you will be able to find at least a few albums and EPs you haven’t heard yet. Enjoy! (Oh, and feel free to contribute more to the list in the comments!)… Continued →

Eager Seas' latest release is composed of songs released consecutively throughout 2018. Does it suffer from being single-driven or does it maintain enough cohesion to be considered a proper album? Does this question even matter?

We're excited to give some pre-release press on this new band - check out our review and be sure to keep an eye on Gr8frt for an official release on 12/15!

The pre-order link for the Josh White and Josh Garrels collaboration album is now available for pre-order right here. Vinyl orders will ship end of January with digital downloads going out on November 20th. Two color options for the vinyl and 1 bonus track “Heavy Ghost” available on vinyl only.… Continued →

Indie Vision Music will release the new single “The Apathy Anthem” from Names Without Numbers next Friday November 2nd. Once the song goes live, please consider adding it to your playlists and promote through social media. Check out the lyric video for the song, below.… Continued →

Chamber pop may not be the most well-known, or well-respected genre. Nonetheless, it holds some of the most intricate compositions and rides the line between progressive and radio-friendly. Here are our top 10 chamber pop groups you need to check out. Anything we missed? Add it in the comments. In no particular order… 1. The Oh Hellos This brother/sister duo (plus a couple friends) has truly manager to refine their sound, with their last two EPs showing incredible growth in songwriting and some fairly poetic lyrics to boot.… Continued →