Tag: Light The Way

My friends in Light The Way return with another music video from their critically acclaimed new album “Expel”, and this track is titled “As If You Could Outrun Me”. This new record is the absolute best thing the band has ever done up until now. I was going to write a review but that will have to wait and instead they will be featured heavily, like high up, towering above, near the tippy top, for Brandon’s very own, “Best of 2024 List” coming soon to a (touch)screen near you!… Continued →

So, Light The Way dropped what many consider to be the best album of their careers back on Friday, “Expel”. The album is a no holds barred, action packed, passionate and altogether adrenaline charged love letter to the lost, lonely, and broken hearted. There truly is something for everyone in these songs and in these powerful lyrics. Not only is there fun and light hearted tongue in cheek humor, but there is also serious subject matter and a cry out to God to deliver us from our brokenness and our despair.… Continued →

We are proud to present a music video for the brand new Light The Way single, “Lazybones”. Watch it below right here on IVM (or on our YouTube channel @indievisionmusic. This fun and hilarious new video captures the heart of the song perfectly and shows this pop-punk band at the top of their game. The band’s captivating and what one can only describe as their absolute BEST new album drops on November 8th via Small Step Records. You can pre-order the new album “Expel” on Vinyl and CD right here.… Continued →

I am proud to announce that a favorite independent pop-punk band of mine – LIGHT THE WAY, have returned with not only their 2nd new song but that the song will be a part of the band’s new full length record, “Expel”, due out November 8th! Check out the new song “Wildfire” (Feat. Scott McNeil of Deathbreaker), below and on all digital networks NOW! Pre-order “Expel” on Vinyl and CD right here from the band’s own store. Read a little mini-review with some thoughts, below.… Continued →

Light The Way have just announced a string of dates this November reaching into cities in both California and Nevada, so west coast only this run. Unfortunately the tour doesn’t make it down my way to Orange County so super sad face emoji (an abundance of tears). Anyway, click below this post to see the dates/times and get ready to rock out with one of the best Faith based Pop-Punk bands around. New music on the way very very soon…..… Continued →

Light The Way are back and with a new song! The band just dropped a surprise new track titled “I Would Prefer Not To” through all digital networks along with a special lyric video that you can watch below this post. What do you think of this new song and are looking forward to the new album? More news is coming shortly so get ready! Are you ready? You better be! Follow on socials: lightthewayca… Continued →

Light The Way just dropped a surprise new song titled “My Cat Can Eat a Whole Watermelon” which may sound like humorous, sarcastic, jokey type song based on the title alone but this song is anything but. This is Light The Way in their perfect element, fast beats, sing-a-long choruses, and hardcore inspired pop-punk guitar work. Great track with a positive, faith fueled message. You’re gonna love it especially you fans of “Holy Ghost”, “Hope”, “BRKN”, etc. Give it a spin now on all digital networks and streaming sites.… Continued →

My pals in Light The Way just dropped their brand new music video last week for the song “Life Makes No Sense” and it’s full of that nostalgia driven rage that battles through hopelessness and despair while ultimately finding solace in hope. This is the band’s latest single and a hint of things to come. Check out the music video below this message.… Continued →

The new Light The Way music video for “Life Makes No Sense” has just gone live. Check it out below this post. Thoughts on this band’s mighty return?… Continued →

One of my pop-punk favorites, a band of pumpkin heads known as Light The Way will take off on a short tour this August with The Almanac and Nate Parrish on some dates. Check out the tour flyer below. If you are anywhere close to these dates please head out and support our guys because you never know, they could tour more in the future…… Continued →

Light The Way just dropped their brand new song titled “Life Makes No Sense” and it is now available on ALL digital networks and streaming sites. It is a fantastic new song and one of the band’s strongest efforts so far. It’s meaningful, it’s a bit depressing, it’s entirely honest, and it’s a song full of vulnerability and hope. Make sure to give it a solid listen and add these guys to all of your playlists. Solid Pop-Punk such as this comes only ever so often and they are riding a wave of uniqueness that will be hard to replicate.… Continued →

Light The Way just dropped a tease for something new on June 27th 2023. What could it be? Are you pumped for new Light The Way stuff? I know I am!!!… Continued →

Something is rumbling in the Light The Way camp. Something new, something cool. Follow them on social media @lightthewayca and get prepared. You’ll be So Stoked you did and definitely not BRKN. Lots of Hope in the Holy Ghost and you won’t be labeled a Goofball. Sorry for being punny. New logo up too as well as band pics galore. Where is Pumpkin Head though? [Facebook]… Continued →

I’m finally getting around to doing a quick write up on some favorite releases and songs from the past year. These may or may not be in any particular order and is based upon a mix of memory and my 2022 Spotify playlist where I throw everything new onto it for continual playback throughout the year. Read below and feel free to post your own favorites of 2022 that I’m sure were accidentally skipped on my own list (and maybe even have yet to be discovered).… Continued →

Light The Way are back in 2022 with yet another NEW song and it’s a fast punk rock banger. You’re going to love it. This is not 28 Days Later or The Walking Dead, not even Zombieland or Resident Evil, this is LIGHT THE WAY and they are here to devour you. Wait, that didn’t sound right, I meant they are bringing punk rock back in a fast and powerful way. It’s fast, short, and sweet, and a bit of rage inducing madness. Find out what the MONSTER is and listen to new Light The Way.… Continued →

Light The Way will be releasing a new song called “Monster” which is being described as a “fast-paced, melodic and even a bit of a moody track. Lyrically it explores the idea that sometimes the enemy is…yourself! This song touches on self-sabotage and that there’s more to life”, later this week. Click Here to pre-save. What is your favorite Light The Way song so far? Are you ready for more?… Continued →

Light The Way began in 2016 and started off releasing their fantastic debut ep, “Grace”. They followed that up in the following 3 years with – “Dude, Lame” (EP) in 2017, “False Memory Syndrome” in 2018, and “Dad Gang” (EP) in 2019. I’m proud to say I had the most excellent opportunity to be involved in the album release process for all of those releases. I will forever be grateful for the chance to live out my dreams releasing positive, faith-centered, pop-punk music with a strong message about hope, love, grace, and peppered generously with fun and witty lyrics.… Continued →

Light The Way have just dropped their most insane set of songs thus far and a magical collection of new tracks that will get just about any punk lover fired up. You can stream the album now through all digital networks or pick it up on CD right here. Small Step Records is on a roll so make sure to support them. The band have announced a special “Desert Tour” with Makeshift3 this summer. It’s guaranteed to get HOT. Dates below.… Continued →

Learn about life, growing up, and grasping at fading youth while still embracing that punk rock spirit through the California pop-punk four-piece outfit, Light The Way. If you haven’t given their newest song “Goofball” a listen yet, well then I wish you the best and enjoy your cold corner of the room while the rest of us embrace the next big thing. Seriously, this is a great song not just in the pop-punk realm of things but as an extremely relevant and current piece of music that’ll get you singing along and nodding your head in agreement.… Continued →

Sacramento, California melodic punk superstars (well I consider them that) – LIGHT THE WAY, are dropping the 2nd song, “Goofball”, from their upcoming album titled “Long Story Short”. You can listen to the new song via YouTube this Friday! The band are readying their brand new full length which will be the first NEW music since 2019. The new album titled “Long Story Short” will drop April 1st through Small Step Records.… Continued →

Check out this really cool interview with Paul Hyde who is the man behind Small Step Records and drummer for the super duo – Grandpa Loves Rhinos. Everything you’ve wanted to know and some fun nostalgia driven question & answer dialogue. Check it out below! Follow Small Step Records here.… Continued →

Light The Way just announced their brand new 12 song full length record “Long Story Short”, is due out on April 1st via Small Step Records. This is the first album on the new indie label and first full length since 2018 “False Memory Syndrome”. You absolutely have to put this record on your must have lists and it will without a doubt probably top much of those “Best Of” lists at the end of this calendar year. Pre-Order the album right here.… Continued →

My friends in Light The Way just dropped their absolutely amazing new song, “Worrywart”, which is available now through all digital networks and streaming sites. “I wish that I could be like the cool kids, ‘Cause all the cool kids, they seem to fit in…” well you heard it from Echosmith so get on it and start listening to Light The Way! Peace out.… Continued →

Light The Way are returning in a big way here in the year 2022. Yep, they have indeed signed with a hot new label start up called “Small Step Records” and their music is anything but small. Light The Way will drop their brand new single and the first since 2019, titled “Worrywart”, on February 18th via their new label home. Watch a brief teaser below and prepared to get psyched. The new songs are absolutely amazing (I’ve heard just a few so far).… Continued →

Light The Way are almost there, I promise. The band will be dropping a new song or teaser very soon. This is the first new music from the band since “Dad Gang EP” in 2019 and will be their first proper full length follow-up to “False Memory Syndrome” that released almost 4 years ago. Follow the band through all their socials and links by clicking right here. This will without a doubt be the biggest and best thing the band has EVER released in their short history together.… Continued →

Sacramento, CA. based melodic punk rockers – Light The Way, have entered Mayhemeness Recording Studio with Bob Swanson to lay down songs for their 2nd official full length record. The band previously released 3 Eps and a full length – “False Memory Syndrome”. What is your favorite Light The Way song? Check out a sweet studio shot of Christian’s Drum Set, below.… Continued →

Light The Way are back in the thick of recording for their 2nd full length record. This will be a follow up to “False Memory Syndrome” which released back in 2018 on the now defunct Indie Vision Music label. Make sure to check the band out on all digital networks and give a listen to their songs. They are extremely talented, fun, and full of unrelenting energy. There really aren’t too many pop-punk-hardcore bands with a strong Christian message like Light The Way. They are one of a kind and you are sure to find something to appreciate in their music.… Continued →

Light The Way will return this year with quite possibly, THE BEST pop-punk album in years. The band known for their high energy, spirit-filled, unique sound is quite remarkable in a scene with run of the mill relationship driven songs and profanity laden banter. The band seek to change things up by connecting with audiences in a deeply emotional, honest, and spiritual way. They make heads explode, bodies dance, and lips sing. If you haven’t heard Light The Way, you are doing yourself and the scene a huge disservice.… Continued →

For the first time ever on IVM, Light The Way gets the interview treatment. Check out my questions and answers with Andrew (Lead Vocals/Guitar), Christian Moore (Guitar), and Christian Appel (Drums) [Evan is missing in action, sorry pal] from Light The Way, below. About the song “Hope”: “For me, Hope is a birds eye view of how sinful we as a human race really are, and at the end of the day, the only thing that really gives me hope that reaches beyond “just living a good life,” is that Jesus forgave me for all of it.… Continued →

This Easter Sunday is unlike anything our generation has ever faced. Most of us are in quarantine, secluded to our homes and celebrating a momentous occasion from the comfort of our arm chairs. No standard Easter Services, no fellowship in person, and no Sunday school. This is an unprecedented week, month, and year in our histories that is being literally written before our eyes. Despite the seclusion, despite the dreariness and loneliness for millions we all know there is an answer. An unrelenting, purposeful Love through our savior, Jesus.… Continued →