Tag: metal

I’d like to take a minute to introduce you all to a new metal band out of New Jersey named Through Veins. Their heavy, bombastic, and destructive new sound is sure to please any true metal music fan out there. Uplifting lyrics filled with pure spiritual truth is definitely going to inspire hope. Check out the first song “Genesis” below. The song will appear on the upcoming debut album titled “Immortality” which hits sometime in 2019.… Continued →

Hard rock and nu metal fans rejoice! These 5 Down have returned! Preparing to release their first album in over 12 years, the band has released their first single, “Coming of the Son” off the upcoming release, “The 2nd Coming”. The single is a strong statement that the band is back with a vengeance. Be sure to head over to www.These5Down.com to sign up for their email list and to get to the shop so you can get a copy of the new song!… Continued →

This sounds pretty good. I missed out giving the last album a full listen and I’m deeply sorry. Check out the lyric video from the band Seventh Day Slumber for “Sins Of Our Fathers” below.… 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 →

A while ago, I remember hearing a small snippet of a track from a band I would later find out was Amongst the Giants; just a few seconds in length really, but based solely on that, I already had high expectations of what was to come and was eager to hear more. Then, in April, that “more” came in the form of the bands first single, “Lost In Translation” and my expectations rose even higher. So, when the time came, and it was announced that the debut album, “Obscene” would have a November 16th release date, it really felt far away.… Continued →

Oh, Sleeper have just released their brand new song titled “Decimation & Burial” which you can hear below. The song is available on all digital networks now through Solid State Records. What do you think?… Continued →

Solid State Records band, Silent Planet, will join up with Senses Fail and The Amity Affliction for the “Misery Will Find You Tour”. Dates can be found below.… Continued →

For those of you who braved the crowds on Black Friday, you probably heard Christmas songs playing on the PA overhead. I put together a Spotify playlist of Christmas songs that my wife and I enjoy this time of year to share with all of you.

Pennsylvania-based metalcore band My Heart to Fear is planning on releasing their third LP titled Violent Hallucination on Luxor Records this coming winter. The album features a stripped metal sound of just guitars, bass, drums, and vocals. “The goal was to have a record that we can play live exactly how it sounds on the album,” Frontman Trevor Pool says. Violent Hallucination is an 11 track story-based concept album that will also feature specific artwork for each track. The artwork will be available in digital and physical editions – including vinyl.… Continued →

Matt Baird and Spoken have begun work on album #10 which will see a release in 2019. This is a not only a monumental accomplishment but also reflects the longevity of a music project that has transcended music scenes and style shifts over the years. Matt will be auditioning Guitar, Bass, Drums for 2019 tours, so make sure to message them on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram if you have what it takes. Bring back Jef! jk… Continued →

Wolves At The Gate are back and are working on their 4th album. The band have been dropping hints and recording samples the past month or two to build up anticipation for what’s to come. Check out a short clip below. Follow them on Facebook and Instagram for more. Anybody here a Wolves at the Gate fan?… Continued →

In anticipation for the upcoming digital release of The Blamed / The Satire “Split Ep”, we have posted a special “teaser” video below. The video features samples from 3 songs that’ll appear on The Blamed portion of the ep. You can currently purchase the CD version of this split right here via the Indie Vision Music webstore. Itunes preorder goes up on November 5th and full digital release on November 30th. In case you missed the full song stream of “I Guess This is Goodbye” (6500 streams since launch 2 weeks ago), I have posted it below.… Continued →

Tourniquet’s brand new full length effort is now available on all digital networks and bandcamp here. Take a listen to the album below (via bandcamp). Now that the album is officially out, what are your thoughts on this new heavy metal record?… Continued →

Azusa just released a video for their new single “Heavy Yoke.” Their forthcoming album of the same name releases November 16 on Solid State Records.… Continued →

Ulterium Records will release the Theocracy album “Mirror of Souls” in honor of the 10th anniversary of this acclaimed album. You can pre-order from Ulterium direct right here. It is a limited pressing and available in 2 different color options (Colored option limited to 150 copies). I still remember hearing this record for the first time and being blown away by not just the quality but the musicianship and those vocals! There really isn’t another “Christian” group like them out there and they deserve all the praise they get.… Continued →

Metalcore fans rejoice. The much loved former Solid State Records band, MyChildren MyBride, will embark on a cross country tour for the 10th anniversary of their break out hit record “Unbreakable”. View dates below and visit them on Facebook here for more info. Bands joining the tour include: Secrets, Capture, Earth Groans, and Half Hearted.… Continued →

Heavy metal band – DIRE, are back with a brand new music video for the song titled “Beyond Reach”. I think many of you heavy music fans are going to love this. So good.… Continued →

You wake up in the morning and take care of your usual business. After you’ve gotten yourself going, you take  your phone out and check your Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or whichever and start scrolling. A minute or two later, you come across the news you’ve been eagerly waiting to hear, but doubted you ever would. A reunion tour featuring 2-4 bands you had hoped to see reunite, but never thought it would actually happen. So…who are they?… Continued →

Fit For A King has released a music video for the track “Oblivion” off their newest offering, “Dark Skies”. Steeped in an emotionally gripping story, this video will certainly grab and keep your attention. Check it out below and be sure to read our review of the new album here.… Continued →

Confide will be playing a special reunion/10 year anniversary show for their classic album “Shout The Truth”. The show will take place on November 30th at The Glasshouse in Pomona, CA. With original lineup. As much as some people may love this idea, I want that Lifelong full length now, serious!… Continued →

P.O.D. have just dropped the music video for their new fun party anthem “Rockin’ With The Best” and you can check it out below. The song runs between classic hits like “Rock The Party (Off The Hook)” and “Boom”. Just a fun little track meant to amp you up and I’m sure there is more serious content to be found on the full record just the rest of their vast catalog. If you dig P.O.D. and want to pre-order the new album “Circles”, click here for different options including vinyl.… Continued →

That’s right friends, your favorite San Diego based hard rock band P.O.D. will be releasing their new album titled “Circles” on November 16th 2018 on Mascot Label Group. Check out the embedded tweet below for proof. More album info coming next Friday September 7th. We are, We Are, the Youth of the Nation! Pretty cool that now P.O.D. and Little Hurricane are both under the same label umbrella (two groups I enjoy).… Continued →

Azusa announced yesterday that they have signed to Solid State Records. Featuring members of SEA + AIR, The Dillinger Escape Plan, and Extol, this band plays a very unique style of thrash. Check out the single “Interstellar Islands” below, taken from their forthcoming LP Heavy Yoke which releases November 16. Pre-orders are available on Solid State’s online store.… Continued →

Metal act – Behold The Dawn, have released their latest single titled “Cut To The Bone”. Check out the song via Spotify below. The song will appear on the upcoming album “Oh God What Have I Done” due out August 11th.… Continued →

Fit For A King have dropped another heavy track that strikes a match and burns you to the soul. Heavy stuff. Check out “Backbreaker” below. New album “Dark Skies” will be available this September on Solid State Records and can be pre-ordered right here.… Continued →

Following up my very late news from last week, the band Silent Planet dropped their latest song “Vanity of Sleep” and you can check it out below in lyric video format. What do you all think about the new tracks?… Continued →

The explosive and politically charged new song from Fit For A King titled “The Price of Agony” now has a music video and can be viewed below. This song sounds most excellent, what do you think? “Dark Skies” is out September 14th through Solid State Records and you can pre-order in a few different bundles right here. Oh and in my perfect Beavis voice – FIRE, FIRE, FIRE!!!… Continued →

Silent Planet will release their new album “When The End Began” soon and in celebration (excuse the lateness of this post) they have released a new song titled “Northern Fires (Guernica)” In regard to the lateness of this post, I just plain forgot to post about it in all the craziness of the past few months. In the meantime the band has been working on new music and another new song will be posted by tomorrow? So if you happen to see two new posts about Silent Planet on IVM in the next day or so, that is why.… Continued →

Archabald showcases a heavier, darker direction on "Carcosa", due July 13. Check out a new single here!

Check out this ep stream from new metallic hardcore band – Dreaded Dale. The band just released “Wayward Ep” today. It is available on their bandcamp here and through digital networks in a few days. Ep stream and a little background on the ep, below. The band plans to release 3 eps in 2018 so keep your eyes peeled and ears ready. Dreaded Dale has set out to bring Christ to a generation that has all but given up on typical Christianity… Continued →