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NEW ON ANGELO'S LIST: We have updated our main global music page and this week feature these new bands who have connected with Real News Network off our MySpace profile page. If you would like to have your music included or even write and review your favorite independent artists for us on a regular basis, please drop us a line off our message board. Feel free to use our free services to promote great music anytime you feel the urge. All we ask is that you click on a few of our sponsors or download a tune every now and then from some of our friends. Peace and harmony, AMBIII
MARVEL HILL: Simply the best rock music I have ever heard come out of Spain, like REM meets Pearl Jam, and then again fusing something totally enlightening and unique from the band’s stated vision of “four guys set on creating original material, inspired by eclectic modern and alternative rock of the last 30 years. “ Masterly marvelous. SARAH BETTENS: A lovely addition and a wonderful surprise friend request from a truly great talent. This enthralling international alt-rocker is currently releasing her second solo album, Shine, which was produced by Brad Wood (Sunnyday Real Estate, Placebo, Smashing Pumpkins, Ben Lee). This highly anticipated new release is the follow up to her hugely successful debut solo effort Scream, which earned her the 2006 European Border Breakers Award for Best New Artist. You can check out her great voice and music here. ZERO TO LAUNCH: From Delaware, this hard rocking band formed in January of 2007 with a sonic sound that harkens to the heart of bands like Soundgarden. The kind of music that makes you stand up and take notice from start to finish. CARDiAK: Poignant rap/hip hop production from Philadelphia, CARDiAK has risen from a mix master to an original voice with his second CD of amazing material. Check out his great commentary on the music business, “The Show Must Go On.” Awesome, like the “Radio, Radio” of its time and place. FAT DOG HEAVY: A rockabilly rollicking ride from our friends from Seattle. Showing an amazing diversity in influences and proving once again that our hometown is some mighty fertile soil for creative rock n’ roll bands of all persuasions. REZOUND: These Christian rockers from Mesa, Arizona have a very listenable rocking sound that reminds a bit of Live, and proves once again that rock touches all sorts of lives in ways we can barely begin to comprehend. Wonder what Keith Moon would think? MICHELLE SHAPROW: Soulful and sensual, Michelle Shaprow has a unique style that touches on 60s soul, 70s Disco, 80s funk, electronica, hip hop, rock, jazz, the full package. Great to dance to, great to listen to, great to drive to, don’t miss Michelle now before she really takes off to new horizions.
CHECK OUT THESE LINKS TO RECORD COMPANIES, STUDIOS AND OTHER COOL PLACES FROM THE ARCHIVES:
Barsuk Records: Our favorite local independent record factory, with great
artists like John Vanderslice, featured earlier on our list.
BayCityMusic.com: Club listings, venues, musician support services,
dedicated to independent music from Bay City, Michigan.
Bird Call Productions: Very creative full-service production company specializing in hip-
hop R&B, rap, rock, pop and even some reggae. Out of Los Angeles.
BUMBERSHOOT: Seattle's annual Labor Day music festival, featuring three days of great
music.
Dew Process Recordings: Awesome independent recording group with
some voices and songs here that will having you dancing and singing all
day long.
Discorporate Records: Formed in 2006, this German collective of amazing
independent artists spans the universe of musical forms, with a window to
the world on total creativity. A maze of magic awaits here.
Gallus Music: Exquisite power pop and indi rock, band management and
cool sounds from Glasgow, Scotland.
Jack Endino: The renegade superstar wizard behind the sound that became Nirvana and
Grunge and spawned a generation of imitation. Still creating great original music of his own,
too.
Hall A Fame Records: One of our favorite hip hop/rap/R&B sites, with cool,
sophisticated sounds coming from the heat of Las Vegas.
Hell's Kitchen: The best live music venue in Tacoma, our sister city to the south and the
home of AMBIII's recording roots.
KEXP Audioasis: The long-running music show from the live and online radio home of
the Experience Project Museum and all that entails. Seattle is damn lucky to have it.
A true oasis after years and years of nothing but scorched-earth radio.
NYC: Web-based music promotion effort from NYC, with many cool videos
and links to other artists.
PlayRadioUK: Billed as the hottest independent radio station on the
Internet out of the UK. An awesome addition to Real News Network.
Poison Tree Records: Bringing the world better, independent rock music from Los
Angeles. Prepare to move your soul and shake your spirit.
Real Industrial Radio: In the spirit of Real News Network comes this great
Web-based radio service with podcasts and forums and places to
promote your music, etc.
Rhino Records: Re-issue record label, with some of the greatest voices of our era, where
you can get everything from Van Halen "Jump" ringtones to Gram Parsons rare photos.
Seattle Sound: We'd also like to welcome Seattle Sound magazine and give the folks there
special props for maintaining a fine, slick product and keeping the music scene in our
Emerald City up to date with some very high quality work. Nice web page here, too.
Second Nature Recordings: This Kansas City record company features some
great indi rock and many fine surprises. Look for bigger things from some of
these artists.
200 Orchard: 200 Orchard was opened in February 2007 in the space that
was the legendary Orchard Bar. Specializing in all things electronic and
alternative Rock & Roll, it has hosted bands such as The Greenskeepers,
Dead Combo, Shy Child, Revlon 9, Silver Rockets and The Glass to name
but a few.
Sinousure Records: From Temp, Ariz., more electronic music to wile away
the day.
Studio 303B: Tracking, mixing and marketing fine music from Nashville,
sepcializing in acoustic, Americana and Folk Rock.
Sub Pop: Started out as just a couple of local guys who were tired of the
same old shit still played on the radio. Created a magic that allowed great
music to flourish, became huge, and stayed true, always, to their roots. Still
just a place where great music is made for great people who truly care
about great music and artistic freedom. This is why Seattle is so special!!
Sun Thunder Records: Great original music, just take a listen to Rebel Grave. You’ll think
you stepped into the middle of a spaghetti western saga.
Vera Seattle: The Vera Project (Vera) is a volunteer-based, non-profit
venue that produces live music and arts performances in Seattle as
educational and community building opportunities. Vera blends the
expertise of some of Seattle's most experienced all-ages music and arts
producers and community leaders with the ambition, talent, energy, and
resourcefulness of Vera volunteers. Vera provides an opportunity for young
people to see live music in a safe, alcohol-free environment, and a chance
for young people to gain valuable skills in event production and community
organizing.
Cheryl Waters: Extraordinary KEXP host and wonderful woman of this
Emerald City. A friend to great music everywhere and we're happy she's
our neighbor in Seattle.
REAL NEWS ABOUT RECORDING YOUR SONGS:
AMBIII and Real News Network began first and foremost as a home recording project – I used to call it Closet Rock – where the goal was to complete demos of the 75 or so songs I have written over the past two decades of my life.
Having a steady REAL job as a newspaper reporter/editor/blogger, etc., I realized that the true way to reach and build an audience for my music was through the Internet, a fully worldwide web of awaiting music fans and friends that has grown with each step I have taken to improve the sound and production of the music.
As a journalist, I see clearly that it is possible to reach as many people with my music now in one day as I can reach with the stories I edit each night, only the message has distinctly different audiences and entirely opposite intents and purposes. Truly, if I toured the country playing every dive bar on earth, I could not reach more creative friends and fans than I can in one week with connections on the Web.
By trial and error, experience and humble stumbling, I have found several keys to making great music, or at least passable Blog Rock, on my sites, RealNewsNet.Net, AngelosList.org, TheRealBlog, our Yahoo 360 site, our MySpace site, and now Facebook, too.
t least passable Blog Rock, on my sites, In the next several weeks I'd love to hear from others who have been doing their own recording and posting on the Web. What works for you, what doesn't?
First, I have found, you need a great place to store and present your music. For my money, which is not much, I have gone with ReverbNation, which I believe has the best artist showcase features and the most dependable media players out there. The Tune widgets give you several amazing choices to set up your songs, the downloading is easy, it manages all the stats on exposure, plays, and you can create banners or links to all the other great artists on the site.
We are thinking about updating our own look and features on the site now and would appreciate any advice or suggestions with how to make it better.
Lately, you can visit our home at ReverbNation and hear some of the new demos we're working on, including more of a roots-rocking sound with lyrics that truly have a bit of a bite to them. Technically, we have moved up to recording some live takes along with our digital studio recordings, and have been fiddling with a new M-Audio FastTrack Pro-Audio setup that has yet to have all the bugs worked out.
Sometimes it seems in the computer recording world, simple gear makes recording so much easier to accomplish, especially when the sole purpose is to truly present the soul and spirit of the song.
Simply put, the main thing I have learned in computer recording is just that – never let it take away from the soul and the spirit with which a song is born and blessed with from the beginning.
Hope you enjoy our latest tunes and then hop over to Angelo's List and visit some of the friends making great independent music around the Globe. Have a rockin' fine weekend; Peace and harmony, AMBIII
Bill Abercrombie: From Johnson City, Tenn., making rock the way they did in the late 70s
and early 80s, the classic rock sounds with rip-roaring leads and that heavy driving beat that
gets you off your ass and dancing.
Carrie Ackre: An amazing original voice from the Emerald City, she always sends shivers
down your spine just to hear her songs soar into your senses. I can listen to Carrie all day and
night long!!!
Ryan Adams: The most prolific songwriter out there aside from maybe Neil, Bruce, Dylan
and AMBIII, of course, we love everything he has ever done, from Whiskeytown right up to his
great new song, Two, which you can hear on his site here.
Always Taken: This singing/songwriting duo from Australia features a soaring
collaboration in both the themes explored in the words and melodies, but in the performances
through and through.
Anemos: Soaring, soulful sounds from Athens, Greece, like taking a flight on the wings of a
dove. Sure to make any day just a bit better.
Arm Cannon: Progressive metal wall of sound from Buffalo, New York.
Johan Asherton: This absolutely amazing singer/songwriter/poet from Paris is as deep as
Dylan and as evocative as Lou Reed in his primal prime. Songs to be reckoned with again and
again, and someone not to be missed.
Atomic Blonde: They will rock your pants off and brighten any night with a
wall of passion and unleashed fury. From Nashville and headed for the big
time, for sure.
Joan Baez: The first lady of American folk music. Hearing "Joe Hill" to this day sends
shivers down my spine, and "Diamonds and Rust" stands as one of the great personal love
songs of our time. We are honored to have her among our friends, especially as a former child
of her adoptive home in Carmel.
Bandolier: Our friend, bandmate, co-worker Lino T. Fernandez showcases his many talents
and musical projects, with a cast of many creative characters and great pop songs just ready
to blast off into the mainstream and beyond.
Michelle Barone: From Pougkeepsie, New York, the seductive voice, the pounding pop
beat, hot grooves. And totally beautiful, too.
Bebe Buell Band: Kick-ass rock from the former Playboy icon turned into something just
this side of Patti Smith. Courtney Love can only wish she could sound like this.
The Black Elevators: From Warren, Ohio. Don't blink twice and you might think
you were listening to demos of the White Stripes. Jumping Jack Black , it's a gas,
gas, gas.
Roger Bleck: From Stockton, California, the heartland of the Central Valley with
lush guitar sounds and rocking fine melodies. A true guitar journey in every song
here.
Blue Plate Special: Tremendous home of the true blue Chicago Blues. If you
want the blues, this is the place to visit.
Blues Explosion: This New York wall of power and sass will rock you to the core and leave
you wanting to hear it over and over. Awesome and rocking start to finish. Nothing better for
sunny Saturday sipping a tall cool one.
Bo Bice: The only American Idol ex worth listening to. Has truly become a great voice with
some great songs. We also love his fan club, which is the most active out there. Worth giving a
second and third listen to this talent that has yet to reach his prime. Watch for better things to
come.
BRAZILIAN GIRLS: From New York with a truly original fusion of sounds and influences,
awesome, fresh, seductive, and always full of musical surprises.
Broken Message In a Bottle: Dreamy electronic conglomeration with
vocals that will have you shivering in their whispering sensuality.
Sera Cahoone: Lush, wonderful songs from the heart and soul of the Northwest. Earthy,
real and timeless.
Calhoun: From Fort Worth, Texas, these songs are so rooted in all the great traditions of all
great American folk songs, and then they begin to take root into a wonderful life of their own.
Callaghan: Amazing talent from London, with tremendously heartfelt songs and a voice like
a flower that will blossom with each song she sings. A musical visit that will always leave you
better for the journey, guaranteed.
Hayes Carll: Rocking fun and great guitar, like Elvin Bishop or John Hiatt at times.
Rollicking ride from Houston.
Mariah Carey: What can we say, but we love her, and she always has a home for her
sweet and sensual voice here at Angelo's List of Angels.
Marty Casey and Lovehammers: This power pop band from Chicago can rock
and fill up a wall of great guitars. A great addition with a CD out soon.
Jared Clifton: For my money, the best voice and true songwriting spirit in this
fine Emerald City rests here with the road-wise songs of Jared Clifton, a true man
of music right to the soul.
Elvis Costello: Our favorite Man out of Time of all time!!! Nothing more needs to be said
except we have been with him from the start, that time he turned on the white noise to clear the
Paramount after blistering the place with "What's So Funny About Peace, Love and
Understanding."
Crystal Cloud Blvd.: A magical sound, like a merry-go-round of fun and amazing talent
here. Truly fun singles here and much more promise of bigger things to come.
Gina Cutillo: Gina is like watching Patti Smith with looks and a voice that soars like the best
of Kate Bush. Her song, The Blame, is just fantastic and we're trying to get her band out here
to Seattle.
Kelly Dalton: As s singer/songwriter, this Los Angeles-based talent brings you tunes to
truly touch your heart and soul. Like an old friend coming by to tell tales of wonder and hope.
THE DARKLORD: Mystical, magical sounds coming from this secret world deep within
the mind and heart and soul of someone great that will rock you to the core.
Deadones USA: Hard-working kick-ass rockers from Spokane, our sister city to the east
where these heartland boys are making some impressive statements and carving out territory
that is wide open.
Death Cab for Cutie: Our Seattle neighbors taking a big yellow cab toward stardom. Pop
sensations keep on smiling.
Demazz: Experimental, ambient-electronica of original depth and thought from Light, Utah.
Doxology: Amazing band from Tacoma, with great harmonies, vocals, production, lyrics, the
whole package. Best when they really cut loose, but destined to be a top pop band, too.
Jakob Dylan: He's not just a wallflower anymore, and driving with only one headlight.
Check out his solo work here, and his photography. You already know some of his songs by
heart.
Jordanna El: Such a sweet, rich voice, and songs that will leave you smiling, drifting like
clouds of magnificent shapes behind a blue sky and bright, shining sun. From Cincinnati,
Ohio.
Elizabeth Knoll: Rip-snorting "progressive" metal from Georgia. Still really not sure what
progressive refers to.
Jack Endino: The true wizard behind the sound that became Nirvana and Grunge and
spawned a generation of imitation. Still creating great original music of his own, too.
The Exotic Aquatic: From New Jersey, quirky, edgy, pop-rockers, with a British feel, sort of
Kinks-like in feel and sensibilities.
Duncan Faure: Former Bay City Roller, now living and recording lush pop sounds out of
Las Vegas. Still has that syrup-sweet voice.
Festivity: Wonderful groove from this hip hop/soulpop sensation, with an amazing page,
and a cool, totally engaging sound like maybe Sly and the Family for a new age.
F.O.E.: This post-punk band from Billings, Montana will drive you to dance just like a
Northwestern version of the Ramones. Kick some ass and rock hard.
Following Bob:From Norway, very talented, angelic voice, songs that lift your spirit and
soaring melodies make Following Bob an easy accomplishment
Casey Frazier: Sweet voice and totally captivating melodies, much like
Ryan Adams and great for a midweek break in the sun.
Julia Free: One of our favorite women singer/songwriters from California, and her music is
very much like the essence of her name. Songs that will free you from the drudgery of your
days.
Future Mars: Another wild ride from the United Kingdom of techno -pop/glam, sort of
ambient and multi-layered.
Lucy Gallant: She sings with sweet conviction, songs with a touch of reggae, and you
should really check out this Australian beauty's amazing athletic fire dance with burning batons
and an amazing body in motion.
Marco Gruettner: Spellbinding guitar work that will leave you breathless and an intricate
touch on the strings to soothe your soul.
Guilty of Reason: True head-banging thunder from across the miles and continents.
Hannah: Wonderful pop-rock voice that feels just right to brighten any day, pure and uplifting.
P.J. Harvey: The unqualified queen of rock n' roll right now, and an amazing artist in so, so
many ways. Music and a life of uncompromising truth and beauty and raw emotion. Passion
and courage spring from every note, every word, every breath.
Mati Haskell: So seductive, Mati's voice will send shivers of sensation down your spine,
kind of like Joni Mitchell with a bit more soul and sass. From our friends across the border in
Canada.
Thomas Hedley: Totally engaging power pop that just sounds sweet and soulful and
clean and refreshing, something that catches you and keeps reverberating in your heart. Our
first addition from Malta.
Magnus Hitch: Psychedelic grooves from the soul of San Francisco.
GREG HOWE: Great jazz/funk/fusion guitar player from Long Beach, Calif. Santana-like at
times, with soaring riffs.
I'll Be the Canadian: German hip hop/rap with an ambient sort of twistedness.
In Absentia: Wild, exploratory, wide open progressive metal jazz for lack of
a term that defines the undefinable. A great journey begins here.
Infamous: Awesome Seattle rock from Dawn Lindsey with words and melodies from Henry
Cheng. Love the soul in Dawn's vox.
Innersky: Enchanting and enthralling rock in the European tradition, very Brian Eno -like in
some of the grooves. From Paris and other places we'd like to visit.
Mike Isenberg: Formerly of The Jets, Mike still rocks out with convincing authority and is a
wonderful host at his site here.
J Brown: Awesome urban tales come alive with our Seattle brother making kick-ass new
soul music that demands to be heard
J Leron: Amazing singer from Rochester, New York, bringing sweet new R&B sounds and
hip hop grooves together into something totally engaging and refreshing. Totally cool.
Jewel: Yes, she is a Jewel in every way: as a songwriter, singer and beautiful woman, heart
and soul. We are happy to listen and linger, always.
Diana Jones: Beautiful voice of heartfelt country and folk roots that blossom into a
wonderful ride that seems timeless and ageless. Love the song about the corrupting powers
of the radio.
Juliette and the Licks: Taking the all the great influences of the Los Angles sounds of
yesterday and kicking them right back in your face with some of the best power-pop and sassy
rock there is being made today. Flat out, a joy ride. (CATCH THEM LIVE OCT. 1 ON THE CRAIG
FERGUSON SHOW)
Amanda Kaletsky: Beautiful voice from the East Coast and her powerful lyrics just seem
to soar in her amazing pacing. Uplifting and gracious.
The Kax: From Los Angeles, this band will thoroughly engage with a Californiacation-like
sound and a feel sort of like Echo and the Bunnymen with LA tans. Very cool grooves and
layered guitar sound. Love Summertime Daze as a great song for the season.
King of Ga.: Hip-hop rappers from the south with a message of breaking through to the
other side.
King Superbia: From Zurich, Switzerland, this group features dreamy, Tom Waits-like
vocals, with a jazz-blues background that dances along in a nice groove.
Mark Lanegan: OK, I'll forgive him for not showing up that night at the Showbox where his
hometown crowd would have been happy with just a song or two. Great voice, songwriter,
storyteller, keeping true to his roots. Ellensburg rocks hard, for sure.
Last Campfire: Real music for the heart and soul, rock, country, blues, folks,
true music for frolicking in front of a last campfire on a windswept cliff above the
ocean.
Tamara Lewis: Such a sweet, soulful voice from this understated talent from our
hometown here in Seattle. Sure to brighten any morning.
The Like: Maybe the best girl group to come out since the Go Go's, with the daughter of Pete
Thomas (he the drummer of The Attractions of Elvis Costello fame) on drums here, giving the
tiny sounds a big-ass beat to go with tight-ass melodies that drive right into your heart.
Little Steven's Underground Garage: The best radio show ever!!! And a great figure in
music over the past three decades. Steve is our favorite guitar hero with Bruce, a voice of
amazing solo songs that deserve far more play, a great actor in our favorite show, The
Sopranos, and this site is the best music site out there aside from Real News Network.
Everyone should visit here often.
Brendan Losch: Singer/songwriter from Chicago, with tunes that take you traveling through
a charming world of contemplative imagination. Wilco-like opening song on his page.
Lots Of Love: The project started by wonderful singer/songwriter Jessica Fleischer, with
striking originality and kind of an alt-60s sound updated. More great music from L..A.
Lee Madison: She's the sultry, alluring voice of Teezer and the Firecat, and the hottest
friend from North Carolina who has a wonderful presence and is not bad to look at , too.
Lug: Very interesting juxtaposition of many different influences, like U2 meets Slayer, original,
rocking and head-banging metal assaults all wrapped into one.
Magenta: Soaring sounds from Italy, like U2 or Live meets a Latin Queen.
Christopher Marshall: The Long Beach, California voice here is rich, like a happy story
teller holding court at the end of his local bar or a man shouting down from the mountain he
just climbed simply for the thrill. Does a great version of Steve Miller's "Keep Rockin' Me Baby"
Dave Matthews: Now a certified Seattleite who is seen everywhere from Green Lake
walking his dog to the can at the movie theater. Glad to have him and the band aboard.
Carrick May: Poignant tales of the life of this Australian singer/songwriter come to life and
leave a lingering, longing impression.
Metaform: Cool hip-hop/soul sounds from the West Coast of California.
The Minnahoonies: Alternative/rock/punk band from Iowa, with kind of a DEVO sensibility.
My favorite line from "We don't Suck" is "I wish w were from Seattle, then we'd get played on the
radio."
Allison Moorer: An angelic voice with her first great solo CD containing one my favorite
songs, Fairweather. She complements that even greater voice of Steve Earle, and we love
them both dearly at Real News Network.
Mysterious Deck Stirling Band: From the United Kingdom, the mysterious sounds of
"Living in a Strange World" come from this indie band of mystery.
Naked Spirit Thought at MySpace brings words of wisdom, longing, searching, finding,
seduction and deduction. A wonderful place to let naked emotions roam free!!!
Nasty Romero: Classic rock guitar riffs and roller-coaster ride lead runs from this guitarist
from Genova, Italy.
John Neilson: A fine tune-weaver in an earthy, Southern rock tradition with REM and Ryan
Adams-like earthiness. A great journey here.
Neu Tickles: From Los Angeles and the heart and soul of lost innocence comes a
rollicking band of satire and parody and total fun. Kind of like Rocky Horror meets Devo for a
new time and place.
No Lie: Sensual, ambient electronic sounds from Tempe, Arizona, hot and moaning and
slithering from the desert heat.
Orris: Soaring, spinning, rocking, lifting, haunting, spellbinding, psychedelic, music to peak
the senses and open the thought process to doors of sound and possibility.
Panos: Gifted Greek singer/songwriter who says his influences stem from Nirvana to the
Beatles. World pop-rock at its finest.
Pearl Jam: Truly, in our opinion, the best thing to come from Seattle since Jimi Hendrix
walked this earth. And they stayed always true to their Seattle roots, and yes, they stayed so, so
alive. God, and I remember Mookie Blaylock and hearing Stony and Jeff talking about Ed over
beers one night at the old Oxford Inn. Thanks for enduring with class, grace and courage.
Mandi Perkins: Mandi has visited several times with Real News Network, and we just think
her song Why Pretend is the breakthrough song of the year. She's got a huge new CD that will
be her big-label debut, and you can preview what is sure to be someone making great music
for many years to come.
Mark Pickerel and His Praying Hands: Seattle's hidden gem of a timeless
voice, like listening to a Hank Williams tune sung by Roy O. while rolling down the
highway with the windows open and the radio cranked.
Russ Pettit: San Francisco Bay Area guitarist with extraordinary range and depth to the
soaring guitar melodies. An amazing guitar experience from start to finish.
Katy Pfaffl: Sweet voice from New York, with songs that will caress your heart and soul.
Wonderful arrangements and perfect for that morning cup of coffee and that late-night glass of
wine.
Poverty Branch: From Orlando, Fla., Lots of great sounds coming from this fine-rocking
bank, like listening to early Petty and the Heartbreakers exploding into a wall of raw emotion.
Andre Poveda: Majestic guitarist from Brazil, with virtuoso runs and breathtaking
command.
Fiona Pow: The sweet, soulful voice of this Australian singer/songwriter will leave s smile
upon you day.
Powderfinger: Sweet rocking melodies and wonderful production from Queensland,
Australia, and totally powerful songs here.
Producer of Youngin On his Grind: Extraordinary rap/pop/R&B productions from
Pittsburgh.
Reflection: From Florida, the soft sounds of the beach and the feel of the tide and the shore
spreading out in all directions.
San Teletone: Soaring melodies, a sound that pays tribute to Depeche Mode or the Cure, a
wonderful, dreamy voice.
Saraph: Big, bold sounds from Grand Rapids, Mich., like Ted Nugent meets Iggy Pop for a
new world.
Joe Satriani: In our book, the greatest guitarist out there right now. Joe can and will and
does play anything, from blues to funk to fusion to rock to jazz, and he makes everything his
homage to the greatest riffs ever played.
Starla: Such a sweet voice from Hollywood, with soul and soaring sensations, luscious and
cleansing in the rich melodies. A lovely new addition to our list.
Steve Lake Project: Fine rocking sounds with Southern sensibilities in the music and a
raw edge to the emotion. From Atlanta and elsewhere
Sexy Touretts: From Los Angeles, ring out songs from hallow night and empty promises
and small triumphs in the face of all odds.
Sharelle: Awesome rocking sweetness from San Diego, her voice soars above lilting
guitars, and the backing rhythm section is right on the mark always. Don't miss this wonderful
woman and ride on her lyrical journey.
THE SHARKTOPUS: Lilting metal madness meets the lifting sensibilities of this Montana
power band, creating something really moving here.
Craig Siegelbaum: From Long Island, New York, this guitarist will take you on a sonic
journey into the soul of his his instrument, very much like our West Coast friend Joe Satriani.
Jeff Beck like, with a Robin Tower backbone. For guitar lovers everywhere
Soccer Mom: Kick-ass Venice, Calif. group with sass, swagger and attitude that will get
you up and dancing all the time.
Souljourners: From the wilds of Temecula, this band aims to rock you to your heart and
soul and spirit, with majestic metal and apocalyptic allusions.
Bruce Springsteen: Simply, the greatest heart and soul in all of rock n' roll.
.
Andrew Starry: A calliope ride of depth and amazing proportion, an engaging swirling
sound from Los Angeles.
Whitney Steele: Such an amazing singer, the best tunes we've heard yet coming out of
Phoenix. She's on her way up to bigger things ahead so check in on her now.
Eric Stever: Totally tasteful guitar from this accomplished Toronto rocker.
Strange Rebel Frequency fFor a moment, I thought it was BRMC or maybe Paul
Westerberg, but it’s the solo project of singer/songwriter David Cross, and we just love the
voice, the moods and the tunes
Stra8drop: Rap, hip-hop grooves from this group from Georgia.
Storm and the Balls: The name says it -- a stormy, windswept voice with balls that will
stand you up and get you moving in all directions. Kick-ass, tight-ass music from our sister city
in Portland.
Tendaberry: Hot rocking idie soul from Atlanta Georgia, most certainly will get your legs
shaking and move you right out of your chair.
Thank Williams: From Norway, this band has a great, full-throttle rocking sound that shifts
gears nicely into an overdrive that will keep you dancing all day. Awesome rock from across
the miles.
That Awkward Moment: Very creative progressive Christian pop from Manitoba, Canada.
Tiny Vipers: Nothing at all tiny about the songs this group of melodious folks from Seattle
put out, now on SUB POP records, and a great soul experience in the words and harmonies.
Upwell: Most cool, like Romeo Void or X for a new generation, this band from Seattle has it
all and then kicks into overdrive that will leave you breathless after pounding the floor. You can
not sit still and listen to this music and we are humbled to have Upwell join as friends.
Townes Van Zandt: Awesome music from one of the great songwriters from America's
heartland, like a warm wind blowing up from Austin, Texas, spreading seeds of thoughtful
hopes for greater tomorrows.
John Vanderslice: Magical songs, melodies, soaring guitar rhythms and an amazing
voice. This unassuming songwriter/singer will move you in many ways. Saw him live and he
is a humble, totally giving performer.
Kathy Valentine: This blues-rocker from Austin, Texas is the real meal deal, with a voice
that will tear into your heart and soul, and guitar riffs that would make Stevie Ray sit up and
smile.
Derek Vallance: From the U.K with a bright, fun sound, a bit like an old Bluegrass
washboard band with 21st Century sensibilities. Think Dan Hicks with a British twist.
Jimmie Vaughan: The great guitar master and brother of our dearly departed Stevie Ray.
Maybe the best Blues site on MySpace hands down. Jimmie gives you the enchilada grande
and never leaves you unsatisfied.
Velcro Mindset: Seattle jam band with an amazing Widespread Panic-like groove and
singer who will take you on an amazing ride that lets the band roam free. Great and getting
better all the time.
Vendetta Inspector: From Australia, this jazz-funk-fusion sounding jam band is just
getting its MySpace chops started.
Verbal Assault: Spoken word rap and hip hop poetry from Sylmar, Calif.
Rocky Votolato: An awesome voice from Seattle, with songs that tell you stories and take
you places with doors that always remain open for new discovery. Wise and wonderful music,
totally lifting and fulfilling.
Gillian Welch: Such an amazing talent, the voice, as a songwriter, with words that will lift
and move your spirit. Wonder in every song, every breath she takes. From Nashville with a true
American soul.
Mike Wells: Smooth sounds of a contemporary Christian pop voice, singing the praises of
Jesus.
We Start Fires: Power techno-rock from the UK, like a wild ride on a Ferris Wheel gone
out of control.
Young Astronauts Club: From Boston, totally engaging, enthralling rock with depth and
thought, but they seem like pretentious little pricks, like far too many people from Boston.
Young Dre The Truth: Totally tight, captivating rapper from L.A. Bringing the straight truth
and nothing but the truth.
Neil Young: This is where it all begins and forever lives, in the songs, the spirit, the soul.
The man who shares the same birthday as my son and my only brother, the man I've seen live
more than any other alive over the years, the Heart of Gold tour in the chair, the first major
reunion of CSN&Y opening night when the band played till 2 a.m., the times in Santa Cruz, the
cliffs of Big Sur, the Gorge in a hurricane, Greendale in full performance. We owe so much to
Neil, and love him so.
Studios/record companies/radio/musicbiz/venues,
etc.
Barsuk Records: Our favorite local independent record factory, with great
artists like John Vanderslice, featured earlier on our list.
BayCityMusic.com: Club listings, venues, musician support services,
dedicated to independent music from Bay City, Michigan.
BUMBERSHOOT
Seattle's annual Labor Day music festival, featuring three days of great music.
Dew Process Recordings: Awesome independent recording group with
some voices and songs here that will having you dancing and singing all
day long.
Jack Endino: The renegade superstar wizard behind the sound that became Nirvana and
Grunge and spawned a generation of imitation. Still creating great original music of his own,
too.
KEXP Audioasis: The long-running music show from the live and online radio home of
the Experience Project Museum and all that entails. Seattle is damn lucky to have it.
A true oasis after years and years of nothing but scorched-earth radio.
NYC: Web-based music promotion effort from NYC, with many cool videos
and links to other artists.
PlayRadioUK: Billed as the hottest independent radio station on the
Internet out of the UK. An awesome addition to Real News Network.
Real Industrial Radio: In the spirit of Real News Network comes this great
Web-based radio service with podcasts and forums and places to
promote your music, etc.
Seattle Sound: We'd also like to welcome Seattle Sound magazine and give the folks there
special props for maintaining a fine, slick product and keeping the music scene in our
Emerald City up to date with some very high quality work. Nice web page here, too.
Second Nature Recordings: This Kansas City record company features some
great indi rock and many fine surprises. Look for bigger things from some of
these artists.
200 Orchard: 200 Orchard was opened in February 2007 in the space that
was the legendary Orchard Bar. Specializing in all things electronic and
alternative Rock & Roll, it has hosted bands such as The Greenskeepers,
Dead Combo, Shy Child, Revlon 9, Silver Rockets and The Glass to name
but a few.
Sinousure Records: From Temp, Ariz., more electronic music to wile away
the day.
Studio 303B: Tracking, mixing and marketing fine music from Nashville,
sepcializing in acoustic, Americana and Folk Rock.
Sub Pop: Started out as just a couple of local guys who were tired of the
same old shit still played on the radio. Created a magic that allowed great
music to flourish, became huge, and stayed true, always, to their roots. Still
just a place where great music is made for great people who truly care
about great music and artistic freedom. This is why Seattle is so special!!
Sun Thunder Records: Great original music, just take a listen to Rebel Grave. You’ll think
you stepped into the middle of a spaghetti western saga.
Vera Seattle: The Vera Project (Vera) is a volunteer-based, non-profit
venue that produces live music and arts performances in Seattle as
educational and community building opportunities. Vera blends the
expertise of some of Seattle's most experienced all-ages music and arts
producers and community leaders with the ambition, talent, energy, and
resourcefulness of Vera volunteers. Vera provides an opportunity for young
people to see live music in a safe, alcohol-free environment, and a chance
for young people to gain valuable skills in event production and community
organizing.
Cheryl Waters: Extraordinary KEXP host and wonderful woman of this
Emerald City. A friend to great music everywhere and we're happy she's
our neighbor in Seattle.
Visit them all on our MySpace Friends profile
