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They were opening up for Bill Bourne. We'll have video of his show up soon.
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Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Monday, May 30, 2011
New John and Sheila Ludgate CD: Running Through the Innocent Years
Running Through the Innocent Years, the newest CD from local singer/songwriters John and Sheila Ludgate, is filled with warm and inviting songs.It's almost like having some friends over and talking wistfully about the good and bad times. There's defintely a lyrical thread about life's many experiences.
Perhaps the affection comes from the album being a family affair with John and Sheila's sons playing on the disc. They do a great job adding depth to their parents' music. You can even hear cool effects on some of the songs (Never Too Late, Time's March).
The numbers run the gamut from countryish, catchy rhythms (Masquerade, Wasted Time) to solemn, thoughtful tunes (Fly Away, The Coming of Winter). This family handles the many moods well.
The CD is available at their live shows.
Check out one of their videos below.
John & Sheila Ludgate - Never Too Late from james b featherstone on Vimeo.
Links: John and Sheila Ludgate - More John and Sheila Stories
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Saturday, May 28, 2011
Friday, May 27, 2011
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
New BowTie EP CD: Sequins
In just 5 songs, local group BowTie manages to show the listener what they're all about. The EP, Sequins, is superb modern alt-pop with angelic voices and folky flourishes.Despite the contemporary feel, it's not over-blown or over-produced. You can feel the strong emotion in the vocals and the artistry of the instruments.
The CD is available at their live shows and as a download on iTunes or Bandcamp
Below is of one of the songs and a live performance of one of the tunes.
Click here for BowTie site
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Tuesday, May 24, 2011
New Andre Bisson CD: Beyond the Covers
If you've seen Andre Bisson's live shows with the J-Tones, you know what an amazing job they do with cover songs.With Beyond the Covers, the latest CD, Andre decided to bring that power and energy to the studio. The sound is swinging, funky, soulful and really gets you dancing. Top that off with his unmistakable voice and you have yourself a great party album.
The band does a wonderful job with R&B classics such as Signed Sealed and Delivered, Pappa's Gotta Brand New Bag, Ain't Too Proud To Beg, and Soul Man. Adding soul and funk to two Beatles numbers - Hey Jude and Get Back - kicks things up a notch. As a bonus track, Andre also includes his unique version of Neil Young's Heart of Gold from his previous album.
You can pick up the CD at his great live shows or purchase/download them from CDbaby or iTunes.
Below is a sample from the CD and a few live performances of track from the disc.
Links: Andre Bisson - More Andre Bisson stories
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CD Releases,
J-Tones,
Loretta Hale,
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Friday, May 20, 2011
New Matt Paxton CD: How the Land Lies
How the Land Lies, the latest CD from Hamilton son, Matt Paxton, features his exquisite voice, amazing acoustic guitar work and great songwriting abilities.With cools songs such as Till the Sky Begins to Change, Charlotte (My Wild Valley Wind), and the title track, the disc is an impressive followup to his last album, Back in the Valley. As always, the music is very expressive and modern.
Matt is ably assisted by Steve McKay (of Bruce Peninsula) on Drums and Billy Holmes (of Hamilton's Dark Mean) on bass, banjo and organ. Great job everyone!
The disc is available at his slendid live shows and as a download at BandCamp.com. You may also want to check out, Dear Babe, a free MP3 downlaod not available on the CD (features Tim Gibbons on guitar)
Below are a few videos of songs from the CD.
Links: Matt Paxton - More Matt Paxton Stories
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Matt Paxton,
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Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Shawn Brush YouTube Videos
Video courtesy of The Krooked Cowboy
Videos courtesy of Tommy 605
Video courtesy of Yitka Karlick
Video Courtesy of TV Cogeco Ontario
Video courtesy of Yacobinu, More Neil Young covers/stories
Links: Shawn Brush - More Shawn Brush Stories
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Country,
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Gary White,
Hamilton Place,
Moonshine Cafe,
Neil Young,
Ozzy Osbourne,
Shawn Brush
Monday, May 16, 2011
Cool YouTube Videos (32 Gunrack, Mike Woods, Wilson Family Forgery)
Videos courtesy of steinberg321
Videos Courtesy of SubZtantal Entertainment
Videos courtesy of Wilson Family Forgery
Links: 32 Gunrack - Mike Woods - Wilson Family Forgery
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