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 Brian
Joseph: This is a great album
exploring, but not limited to, becoming a new parent. I
co-wrote the title track “If I Never Sleep Again.” This
is a must have for all parents, even the veterans!
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If you like Neil Finn and rock solid writing and
singing you’ll love this new record by Sam Hawksley.
Reminds me a lot of Richard Julian. If you don’t know who
that is, you really should!
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 Kat
Parsons: This woman is tearing up the LA music scene.
Powerful voice, excellent songs and artful production. The
whole family gets into the act.
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 Julia
Darling: She’s been rocking Manhattan’s
Lower East Side since I’ve been around. This New Zealand
export writes rocksolid pop/rock songs and her fab delivery
got her signed to the famous Living Room’s Indie label.
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 Evergreen
Dazed: This is my little sister,
Elizabeth and her friend Mark. This is a mellow, heartfelt
album. Really nice to have going while you hang out at home.
I’m not the only Bruce sister who sings and writes!
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 Katie
Terrio: I love the rock and roll spirit of this record.
Adam Steinberg did a masterful job of capturing Katie’s
raw sound. Very cool alternative/indie rock with a little
80s flair.
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 Jo
Davidson: Melancholy rainy day at it’s very best. Very
barebones production lets the beauty of the songs shine
through and warm you to the core.
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 Karen
Jacobsen: Power pop deluxe from
down under. These songs sparkle and cheer you up from the
first track.
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 Rachael
Sage has done it again! This
is her 6th albulm. How does she do it? One of the most prolific
artists I know. Amazing piano playing and poetic, heartfelt
beauty in each song.
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Amy Fairchild is one of those rare artists who sounds
as great live as she does in the studio. How does she do
it? She rocks... that's all. Catch some new songs live with
her amazing rockin' band.
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 Rachel
Gaudry has a new CD, Bright
Window and I'm hooked. In fact I'm listening right now.
Sunny Wings kills me. Those chord changes... So sweet.
Traces of Shawn Colvin and a beloved dose of the Beatles
in this beautiful collection of songs.
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As I added Aussie Rachel Gaudry's new CD I realized
I somehow omitted her first! Good opportunity to pick up
both albums. You won't be disappointed. Great piano player,
songwriter and a voice like Outback honey... : )
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 The
Weepies have stolen my heart!
Steve Tannen and Deb Talan (two of my fave singer/songwriters)
have joined forces to form a gorgeous musical duo. I loved
hearing them live and really adore this CD!
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 A
new CD from Los Angeles based Brian Joseph. He combines
humor and wit with killer songwriting. Reminds me of a more
melodic Randy Newman. Smart lyrics, soulful tone, great
guitar playing.
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 Kyler
has a new CD out and it rocks! Her voice is heartbreakingly
beautiful. Blue velvet as she sings the hell out of these
pop/rock
songs! She should be radio-active!
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 This
is Edie Carey's 4th CD and I believe it shines as
her best yet. She sets a great mood with tracks that conjur
Shawn Colvin and Aimee Mann I enjoy listening to this record.
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Tina Shafer knows how to sooth
your soul with her beautifully crafted songs and sweet sweet
voice. She has had cuts with Celine Dion and has been a
vocal coach to many stars, but Tina still shines as an artist
and a musician in her own right.
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If you're more in the mood for a music salad
bar, you'll love this CD called Brooklyn Above Ground.
16 wonderful indie Brooklyn artists donated tracks to make
this very hip CD and all profits benifit World Hunger Year!
It's a win-win thing : )
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Richard Julian has
long been a favorite artist of mine. This is his third album.
Few artists can turn out lyrics like this man. Whether alone
with his guitar or with a band, Richard is a pearl. Just came
off tour w/Nora Jones. Check out his other albums too! |
This is Edie Carey's 4th cd and I believe it shines
as her best yet. She sets a great mood with tracks that
conjur hints of Shawn Colvin and Aimee Mann I really enjoy
listening to this record.
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The Contes seriously rock! These two brothers are amazing
musicians and songwriters. You've heard their tunes on lots
of TV shows. This cd is beautifully produced and puts most
major label releases to shame.
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My girl Rachael Sage has done it again! Her 5th album
brings a little more pop to the table while maintaining
her elegant sense of poetry and mood. She opens her heart
and soul on these artfully produced tracks.
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Rebecca Martin's
most recent album continues in her tradition of writing
soul-bearing smooth jazzy/pop songs. She used to be the
other half of the duo Once Blue with Grammy winner Jesse
Harris. If you like Norah Jones you'll love Rebecca.
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Shane Fontayne's first album is hardly the work of a
beginner. He's been playing guitar with Bruce Springsteen,
Paul Simon and many others. Somehow he managed to become
a brilliant singer/songwriter in the process. A little Elliot
Smith with hint of Daniel Lanois.
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Pete Weise is brilliant
jazz guitarist and composer living in the Dallas area. Not
only does this guy have chops, but he puts a lot of heart
into his playing. I highly recommend checking out this debut
ep.
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Steve Tannen's tune,
"San Francisco" is an outstanding song. I can't
listen to this without harmonizing! Steve and his brother
Greg are really gifted songwriters and passionate performers.
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To me, Justin Roth is a breath of fresh air. Beautiful
melodies... He strums and picks effortlessly very much like
Jonatha Brooke. I LOVE those alt tunings. Sounds a little
like John Mayer and Duncan Shiek - only better! : )
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The Animators are a fun band from the West Coast. Quirky
haunting pop tunes a little like Barenaked Ladies, but not
as irritating. These boys are the kings of geek-chic! Really
original production and arrangements...
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Redtime rocks! Some
of the best musicians in NYC get together to make smart, funky,
cool music. Ethan Eubanks is a bad-ass songwriter/rapper and
an amazing drummer (he plays w/me). The photo cover is my
bassist, Whynot's daughter! : )
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If you like Ben Folds Five, you're gonna dig
Josh Dodes and his band. This guy can play some serious
piano and sings with great soul and skill. Maybe you caught
him on VHI's bands on the run?... |
I recently met Ina May Wool at a Folk
Alliance Conference. A breath of fresh air! I was mesmerized
by her voice and guitar playing. I couldn't believe I had
never heard her before. Reminds me a little of Carole King.
Classic singer/songwriter here.
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At
first I thought this was an odd idea for a cd. Different national
anthems with world beats? Sylvia
Tosun sings
like an angel. I found myself playing tracks over and over
just to get those goosebumps back. Really gorgeous!
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I met Troy Campbell while touring
in North Carolina - he lives in Austin. I immediately loved
his sense of humor - very quirky. You hear it in his lyrics.
His cd delivers americana at its best. Cool, sweet voice,
hooky memorable songs.
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Greg Tannen writes
solid folk/rock songs. What can I say? Great voice, great
songs... Great guy. If you have a chance to catch him live
- especially with his brother, Steve - don't miss it! |
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Cathy
Braaten has so much soul it hurts.
Her songs are deep and her voice sooths and pulls at your
heart all at once... "Waterline" is a gorgeous
tune I can't get out of my head. If you're ever in Chicago
try to hear Cathy!
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Jo Davidson has made
a Christmas cd! If you're looking for something a little different
for the holidays - check this out. All piano instrumentals
of traditional Xmas songs... Go Jo! |
