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ALBUM REVIEW OF "ALMOST HOME" BY GHOST HOUNDS (8/10)
Gibson Records Producer: Thomas Tull For this Nashville septet, it’s all about tradition, vivid imagery, and storytelling. Guitarist Thomas Tull’s words and lead vocalist SAVNT’s diverse and expressive delivery ignite ... -
SIGNING STORIES: 2 LANE SUMMER
Date Signed: January 2025 Label: Quartz Hill Band Members: Joe Hanson, Chris Ray Type of Music: Modern Country Management: Ash Bowers, Brown Sellers Brown Management Booking: 1271 Entertainment A&R: Ash ... -
Album Review of "All the Not So Gentle Reminders" by David Ramirez (8/10)
Blue Corn Music Producers: David Ramirez and Christopher Boosahda This is the seventh album release for the Austin, TX-based singer-songwriter. And it is his most personal and conceptual to date. ... -
Album Review of "Hiding in Plain Sight" by Herin (9/10)
The Laser’s Edge Producers: Terry Brown and Christopher Herin Christopher Herin is well known in international progressive circles as a guitarist/multi-instrumentalist in bands like Tiles and Discipline. Stepping out as ... -
Album Review of "Impostor!" by Joe Deninzon (9/10)
7D Media Producer: Joe Deninzon For over two decades violinist/vocalist Deninzon has carved a unique niche in the world of progressive rock. With a string of orchestral-flavored albums under his ... -
Live Review of Sheila Landis & Rick Matle Quartet in Michigan
The Hawk Farmington Hills, Michigan Contact: shelandis@gmail.com Web: sheilalandis.com Players: Sheila Landis, vocals, percussion; Rick Matle, guitar; Nick Calandro, electric bass; Karen Tomalis, drums. Whether it is original ballads, classic ... -
Album Review: "Pavlova's Dog" by The Meringues (8/10)
Distrokid Producers: The Meringues Direct from Kingston, Ontario—The Meringues are back with a tuneful sophomore release. If you’re a fan of classic punk blended with poppy modern flair like Weezer, ... -
Album Review of "Life is Hard" by Mike Zito (8/10)
Gulf Coast Records Producer: Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith So, when you’re the head of your own label you go to the guys that make everyone from Eric Gales to ... -
Tip Jar: Mark Maxwell . . . “If You’re in a Band”
If there is any one human being that knows about the trials and tribulations of living a musical life it is Mark Maxwell. The 50-something lead vocalist for Louisville, Kentucky ... -
Album Review of "Bright Skyline" by Matt Hillyer (9/10)
State Fair Records Producer: John Pedigo On the heels of his critically-acclaimed 2021 album Glorieta comes an even stronger successor, with “Bright Skyline.” Hillyer is the real deal; cutting his ... -
Album Review of "Back in Time" by the Hillbilly Moon Explosion (8/10)
Cleopatra Records Producer: Oliver Baroni Gritty guitar riffs, a dark surf and rockabilly vibe and surreal vocals. These are some of the key traits that define this entertaining European band. ... -
Album Review of "Where I'm Coming From" by George Brown (8/10)
Astana Music, Inc./BFD/The Orchard Producers: George Brown and Claude Ismael Brown was one of the founding members and drummer for multi-platinum band Kool & The Gang. On this posthumous release, ... -
Industry Profile: Gong Brings Classic British Psychedelia to the U.S.A.
How do you describe a band like Gong? With such a rich history and legacy this progressive space, psychedelic, jazz, rock, fusion band has taken on many personas since its ... -
Live Review of Eliza Neals in Westland, MI
Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival Westland, MI Contact: info@e-hrecords.com Web: elizaneals.com Players: Eliza Neals, vocals, piano; Joe Stanley, guitar, backup vocals; Tye Mayhem, bass guitar; Mark LoDuca Sr., organ; Eugene ... -
Album Review of "We Are Here to Help" by Benjamin Croft (8/10)
Galactic Receiver Music Producer: Benjamin Croft A British keyboardist/composer/producer; Croft has gathered some of the finest contemporary jazz, rock and fusion players for a sort of old school prog rock ... -
Album Review of "The Deacon Speaks" by Steve Hunter (9/10)
Deacon Records Producer: Steve Hunter Alice Cooper, Lou Reed and Mitch Ryder are just a few of the musical luminaries that have relied on his guitar prowess. Hunter’s been one ... -
Album Review of "Flying Away" by Jon Muq (8/10)
Easy Eye Sound Producer: Dan Auerbach Muq is a singer-songwriter from Uganda, by way of Austin, TX. Collaborating with the ubiquitous Dan Auerbach is a musical revelation. Muq is kind ... -
Album Review of "Being Human" by Lynne Arriale (9/10)
Challenge Records International Producer: Lynne Arriale Being an artist with an astute social conscience is what jazz pianist/composer Arriale is all about. On her fourth Challenge Records release, she explores ... -
Album Review of "Self" by Fernando Perdomo (9/10)
Spirit of Unicorn Music Producer: Fernando Perdomo Perdomo is a sideman and session guitarist/vocalist/composer/multi-instrumentalist that is like a modern day member of the Wrecking Crew. His musical presence permeates all ... -
Album Review of "A Memory of Our Future" by Mandoki Soulmates (9/10)
Sony Music/Inside Out Producer: Leslie Mandoki Ideally, I think we can all agree that music brings people together. And truly exceptional and virtuosic music naturally kicks it up a notch. ...
