Tag: Old School

It’s official! JCHC FEST will take place on April 5th 2025 at famed The Glasshouse in Pomona, CA. The full lineup includes Officer Negative and No Innocent Victim, along with The Deal, Headnoise, TAKE, Richie The Barber, Absolved, Barriers, Destroy Nate Allen, GratitudeTX, Infirmities, NO TREATY, XDoulosX, and Zippy Josh & The Ragtag Band. This event does appear to be a one day only show so you’ll want to buy those tickets soon. I’ve read some comments online from people questioning how that many bands can play in one day.… 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 →

Thumper Punk Records is proud to announce the new split release from a couple of legends in Hardcore punk rock – Absolved, and The Blamed. You can listen to one song from each artist at this link or by clicking below this post. The release is being put out on special green with black splatter VINYL and available to order right here. Limited to 300 copies.… Continued →

Allan R Aguirre who was the charismatic frontman of world renown Christian underground punk band from the early 80’s-early 90’s called “Scaterd-Few” (along with Spy Glass Blue and Men as Trees Walking), is back with new music. It is unknown at time of this post whether it’ll be in band form or strictly solo work. The preview video I viewed mentioned “Auditory 2024” but also unsure whether that is the title of group/project. More news to come. This is a great time for Allan’s voice and lyrics to blast back into our music scene.… Continued →

*This is an update to an article that originally appeared on Indie Vision Music back in 2018 for the 15th Anniversaries of the albums below. Some wording and arrangements may have been altered. I hope you enjoy this article as much as I enjoy these albums. Happy 20th to all these and many more that may have been accidentally left off the list (my memory is fuzzy). 15 20 years ago, a collection of what can now be determined as “Classic Hits” were unleashed on a crowd that had an insatiable appetite for what was new and considered “ROCK” music.… Continued →

2Minute Minor have announced their unfortunate end as a band. These kings of hardcore punk are gearing up for some final shows and releases ending with their final album “Self-Titled and Self Reflection” to be released through Steadfast Records in 2024. Make sure to follow them here to get new new music and all the past tunes of the last couple of years.… Continued →

Officer Negative have returned, well, in the form of Merch that is. A couple former band members including Chad Wiggins, have put up a bunch of great designs like shirts, buttons, patches, and yes – Vinyl. You are buying direct from them so please hit up this link here if you are a ON fan or even just a casual lurker about to turn into an ON fan. Maybe with enough persuasion the band will reunite someday?… Continued →

For the first time in over 20 years, Officer Negative “Dead To The World” gets the vinyl treatment. Officer Negative’s 1998 debut full length on Screaming Giant Records has been meticulously remastered for vinyl with recreated art from the original photos, drawings, and graphics that inspired the original release. I had a hand in sharing this band with Screaming Giant Records founder, Kendall Nadeau, all the way back in 1996/1997 through their very early demos. I had originally wanted to do this re-release myself a few years back but just didn’t have the funds or resources to make it happen.… Continued →

I got around to interviewing Reese Roper of Five Iron Frenzy and he was beyond cool in answering these long, drawn out questions. I am super excited he answered my questions in such detailed form and I hope those of you that enjoy a good read will appreciate these questions and answers. Head over to the Five Iron Frenzy kickstarter right now and contribute, there are just a few days left.… Continued →

Five Iron Frenzy have suited up in their super punk rock suits once again to battle time in their pursuit of world domination. Ok, maybe that’s a little dramatic but the band is back in action and ready to drop a kickstarter campaign TOMORROW. You’ve seen the hints, you’ve seen the activity, now head over to kickstarter right here and “save” the campaign so you’ll be the first to take part when it does launch, tomorrow. Hopefully good things await us?… Continued →

All you Five Iron Frenzy and MXPX fans take note, the bands are hitting Orlando and Atlanta in January of 2020 and tickets are on sale now. Watch the Facebook embed videos below and purchase tickets right here. Old guys rule, am I right?… Continued →

In what appears to be a complete surprise, the band LIFELONG are working on their new music. It appears to be that debut full length everyone has been patiently waiting for. Featuring former members of the band Confide, Lifelong took a decidedly more spiritual turn mixed with heavy melodic hardcore and pure passion meant to move people. If you’ve been hungry for the next generation of heavy spirit filled hardcore and fill the void left from the departure of Sleeping Giant, then Lifelong are perfect for you.… Continued →

If you’ve been following hardcore at all in the last 5 years, you probably already know about this Chicago “positive hardcore” band. Reflecting a PMA approach to lyrics, which includes things like unity in diversity, straight edge, veganism, and faith, the band churn out revivalist true school hardcore punk classics with great fecundity. This short track’s opening riff reminds me of the glory days of Descendents, and yet vocalist Wiley Willis seems to be drawing inspiration from H.R. of Bad Brains. Check it out and let me know what you think.… Continued →

Huntingtons will enter the studio this Friday to record their 8th studio album (of originals). You can never have enough music from those east coast punk rockers. I’m down for more new tunes, how about you?… 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 →

I’m thrilled to announce that The Blamed have been picked up by SiriusXM Satellite Radio and Faction Punk (Channel 314) are playing the new song “I Guess This is Goodbye”. The song will appear on the group’s new “Split Ep” with The Satire which is out this Friday on Indie Vision Music. Pre-order now on iTunes for $1 off the regular price when it goes on sale Friday. You can also find it on bandcamp here and CD here. Listen to two tracks from the split ep, below.… 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 →

SMLXL Vinyl is back with another awesome pressing. This time it is the well loved (well at least by me anyway) Five Iron Frenzy album “Electric Boogaloo 2” and it is currently available in 2 color options (Black and Yellow Splatter limited to 300). Check out the store here and while you’re browsing look at the 7″ Box Set by Relient K, Switchfoot “Vice Verses” and “Hello Hurricane”, Chasing Victory, Maylene & The Sons of Disaster, House Of Heroes, and loads more.… Continued →

After returning a couple years back at Audiofeed Fest, newly reunited The Blamed is fast at work on their next release. Original members Bryan Gray and Jim Chaffin are back with with Sid Duffour, Jeff Locke, and new vocalist Glen “Wiley” Willis of October Bird of Death, and 2Minute Minor. The release seeks to bring together all the elements that you loved about the early Blamed tracks. Heavy, fast paced, and straight to the point. Stay tuned for continuing updates on the band and this release.… Continued →

A really great new book has been released titled “Scene and Unseen: Flyer Art For The Lansing Underground” written by Alex Delavan. The book chronicles the many shows that took place at The Lansing Underground (Michigan) from the late 90’s until 2003 when the venue held their last event. A lot of bands you may recognize as having played this venue as well as a bunch of indie acts that probably should have gotten more notice. I was sent the promotional materials for this wonderful book and from the looks of it, seems to be very well detailed an informative piece of work.… Continued →

Well loved and critically acclaimed 90’s alternative rock band, The Prayer Chain, have come out of retirement to announce a pressing of “Shawl” on vinyl for it’s 25th anniversary and 1 Live show which will take place in California this summer. The band has set a couple of stretch goals which will include another live show (Nashville, TN. in August) and a professional live audio and video recording if they hit $30k. Let’s support these guys and cheer on their out of retirement success, there is surely enough of us “old” guys and gals to make this whole thing worthwhile.… Continued →

The Lead return after a more than decade+ absence from the music scene. The (now) post-hardcore band has just dropped their new 4 song ep titled “The Lead Again.” via bandcamp and you can listen below.… Continued →

Excitement is an understatement. I have been a fan of this band of punk rockers for 2 decades now and everything they create regardless of lineup changes, is magnificent. My friends, beginning on December 24th Indie Vision Music will bring you a special stream of “Titles” by Dogwood, their new song and first in nearly a decade. You’ll be able to buy this song as part of “IVM Family & Friends Sampler” which is for sale here (ships in January 2018). Check out teaser below.… Continued →

Yep, the list you’ve all been waiting for (not really) is finally here. Feel free to offer up some laughs and critical remarks for the music I listened to the most 20 years ago. You’ll notice a heavy T&N presence and I just couldn’t help myself. There were a lot of albums and releases I found myself spinning back then and still getting plays today. I think that’s where this list falls in place, it’s the albums that had the longest lasting impact with me and had a catchy sound that I just couldn’t get enough of.… Continued →

Facedown Records has announced something incredible cool called “Facedown LTD.” which is a subscription based vinyl plan. There are 12 Vinyl Records available from Comeback Kid, xLookingForwardx, War of Ages (2), For Today, Gideon, Sleeping Giant, xDeathstarx, A Plea for Purging, Hands, xDisciplex AD, and Figure Four. Keep in mind that these are rare and limited to just 250 of each album. Some of these haven’t been pressed to vinyl before and the others will be rare collectors items in a few years. The price is $190 for all 12 Vinyl in a bundle (shipped at different times with last shipment in March 2017).… Continued →

There are just 2 days left to get your hands on a brand new Slick Shoes tshirt and zippered hoodie. Merch available in 3 different colors and multiples sizes up to 3XL. Printed on Gildan. In addition to the Slick Shoes, Dogwood, Hangnail, and Craig’s Brother merch, we also have 3 new Indie Vision Music designs with only a few days left as well. Look at all of our merch by clicking here. Please get those orders in early for delivery by Christmas. You can also find additional designs over in our StoreFrontier site.… Continued →

Introducing the music of War Prayer. War Prayer was formerly known as “Atrocities”. Atrocities played their last show this month and this new band rising from the ashes of that former name is here to take the world by storm. The band just released their debut Ep titled “Misguided” that you can stream below via bandcamp. Check the band out on facebook here.… Continued →

New label Resurrected Vinyl have released a 7inch by the old school JCHC punk band Undefiled titled “Out of Line”. Recommended for fans of old Ninety Pound Wuss, One 21, Incomplete, Officer Negative, and Lugnut.… Continued →

Old school inspired JCHC band A Broken Line have released their Self Titled label debut on Thumper Punk Records which you can take a listen to below. It is also available on CD here.… Continued →

The debut full length on Facedown Records by the band Poured Out, is now available. It is titled “To The Point of Death” and will please all fans of the hardcore genre, especially those thirsting for aggressive classic sounding 90’s hardcore.… Continued →