Sunday, June 8, 2008

"La Cognizone del Superfluo" by Storming Weather (Alternative Artist from Italy)

RadioIndy is pleased to present Storming Weather with a GrIndie Award for their CD "La Cognizone del Superfluo"
 
"La Cognizone del Superfluo" by Storming Weather is a gripping rock album with dark undertones straight from Italy. The band has a thick sound, featuring bluesy guitar riffs and effective vocals that are sometimes weathered and sometimes melodic. The musicianship and recording quality of the CD are excellent. "Errori" has a nice "Epic" quality to it with soft verses that break into hard choruses. "Lo Show" opens with a killer guitar riff and moves forward into a fist pumping rocker with cool changes and a deep sound. "Killer Son" slows things down a bit, as the band shows you its dreamy, airy side. There are some cool changes and rhythms in this one too. If you like Nickelback and Grunge "In Italiano" you will enjoy this CD.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
 
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"Stand Up" by Telly Speicher (Adult Rock Artist from Indiana(IN))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Telly Speicher with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Stand Up"
 
"Stand Up" by Telly Speicher is an enjoyable CD with a thick grungy sound. Telly's vocals howl at you with a Layne Staley-type soul and vibrato. Telly sings of every day things through a collection of songs spanning the last fifteen years. A highlight of the CD are the impressive guitar licks and the tasteful harmonies. The lead track "Ss-up" comes right at you with a wicked riff, shredding guitar solos, and a signature voice. "Comin Down" combines a bar room blues rhythm with wailing guitars and interesting vocal effects. "Blayze" breaks it all down into a heartfelt acoustic number. If you like Alice in Chains, you will enjoy this CD.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
 
 
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"Not Just Ragtime" by Ross MacLachlan (Jazz Artist from Ontario, Canada)

RadioIndy is pleased to present Ross MacLachlan with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Not Just Ragtime"
 
Get ready to boogie woogie to "Not Just Ragtime" by Ross MacLachlan. This album is packed full of foot tappin', smile enducing songs. Mr. MacLachlan is a veteran of Jazz festivals and venues around the world and his piano skills are superior. The album offers original tracks as well as a few classics. The musicianship and recording quality are very good. All together this album is a ton of fun. Highlights include "Kidd's Boogie," with its great horn arrangement and cool breakdown. "Possum and Taters" is the true classic as far as ragtime goes. "Let 'Em Jump" is down home and dirty with a nice deep rolling boogie bass line. If you like Scott Joplin, you will love this one.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
 
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"Across Time" by Kathy Moore (Jazz Artist from Michigan(MI))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Kathy Moore with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Across Time"
 
"Across Time" brought to you by Kathy Moore will please your ears with an organic sound and beautiful vocals....with style. Kathy has one of those timeless voices. Very reminiscent of Karen Carpenter and of Joni Mitchell. Playful, but serene at the same time. The arrangements behind her vary nicely on this CD - Keeping to a folky, earth driven theme and inserting jazz, world and western feels. The musicianship and recording quality are both very high. "Blueberries" is a fun jazz number with playful vocals and a swinging jazz accompaniment. "Winter Sky" is an intimate piano/vocal piece that needs nothing more. "One Walk on the Beach" is tons of fun with a calming Island feel. If you enjoy folk or jazz music, or timeless female vocalists such as Joni Mitchell, you'll enjoy this CD.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"The Colours of Blues" by Papasean Johnson (Blues Artist from Canada)

RadioIndy is pleased to present Papasean Johnson with a GrIndie Award for their CD "The Colours of Blues"
 
"The Colours of Blues" by Papasean Johnson is a swinging bar room blues album. Papasean's voice definitely has that "Old Soul" blues quality and is complemented well by his crafty guitar work and polished tone. Can't help but think of the late Stevie Ray Vaughan while listening to this one. Highlights are "Another Day," which rolls nicely, has some clever changes and features some slick steel guitar work."Sometimes I Wonder" takes you right down to the swamp with twangy rolling guitar and throaty vocals. "Jezebel" is a foot tapper with a tight little drum beat and a cool riff. If you like Stevie Ray Vaughan, Robert Johnson or Eric Clapton give this CD a try.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
 
 
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"Real Love" by Wendy Alane Wright (Electronica Artist from Los Angeles, California(CA))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Wendy Alane Wright with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Real Love"
 
"Real Love" by Wendy Alane Wright is feel-good Dance music. Wendy's voice is a perfect match for the Techno/Pop/House marriage of styles that makes up the sound of this album. This is definitely club-worthy music as the production value is very high. The vocals sound great, with great harmonies as well. The arrangements are fresh and highly dance-able. Highlights are "Your Love Is So Good." This one bumps and has great harmony in the vocals. "Take Me Away" has hot stabs, high energy and some male hip-hop vocals. "Whatcha Gonna Do" closes out the album nicely with a nice build of layers in the beginning and bold vocals. If you like Madonna and C&C Music Factory, you will enjoy this one.
-William and the RadioIndy Reviwer Team
 
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"Raised to the Ground" by Sky Rats (Alternative Artist from the United Kingdom)

RadioIndy is pleased to present Sky Rats with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Raised to the Ground"
 
"Raised to the Ground" by Sky Rats is a grit filled rock album with hints of ska here and there. It features Rob Thomas meets Dave Grohl type vocals, a tight rhythm section and catchy melodies. The songwriting provides relevant lyrics and memorable choruses. This is a radio-ready, totally professional CD, in terms of both the tight sound of this talented band, and the high quality production on the CD. Sky Rats' sound on this CD remind us of the "Mod" bands of the 80's and sound very American for a UK band. Highlights of this album are "Don't Look Now," a big rocker with a driving chorus - a definite pit starter. "Get it All" has a real catchy chorus and is more toward the "Mod" sound, as earlier mentioned. "Out of my Depth" pumps with a cool bass line and sinister vocals. If you like Foo Fighters and Mighty Mighty Bosstones you will enjoy this one.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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“Just (Because)” by Jam G (Rap Artist from San Francisco, California(CA))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Jam G with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Just (Because)"
 
"Just (Because)" by Jam G is a vibrant CD saturated with musical surprises and talented guest artists. The excellent production quality and a superb mix of live instruments and creative digital beats give it a clean sound. The beats themselves are not merely loops but a smooth and creative compilation of various instruments, musical styles, and unexpected twists and turns. Both fans of rap and of R&B will be pleased with what they hear on "Just (Because)" as tracks like "See You at the Lake" are laced with strong rap flows by a variety of Bay Area artists. On the other hand, R&B fanatics will love tracks like "Let's Party Tonight" and "Caution," both completely R&B and wired to make you move. "Be 4 U Go" slows it down a bit for those who like their R&B with a little bit of soul. A compilation of everything urban, "Just (Because)" has something for everyone to move to.
-Joel and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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“Infractions” by Tyrone Wright (Adult Rock Artist from Australia)

RadioIndy is pleased to present Tyrone Wright with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Infractions"
 
"Infractions" by Tyrone Wright is an ear-pleasing assembly of adult rock songs. The vocal performances on this album are simply delightful. Tyrone's memorable timbre finds a perfect home in these heart-felt musical expressions that bring to life the excellent songwriting of this CD. Fans of bands such as Del Amitri and Crowded House will especially enjoy this CD. "You to I" demonstrates Tyrone's sincere and serene vocal style and splendid harmonies. Another asset of "Infractions" is its well-developed, relevant lyrics. Tyrone tackles issues of love, life, passion, and self-analysis with elegance that begs to be heard. "Carry My Own" is an outstanding track, mainly because of its mesmerizing melody and lyrics. Song after song, listeners will find wonderfully produced works of art that truly offer depth and substance on "Infractions."
-Xavier and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Love is...." by Sabrina Shaheen (Pop Artist from Michigan(MI))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Sabrina Shaheen with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Love is...."
 
"Love is...." by Sabrina Shaheen is an uplifting and powerful vocal driven Pop album. Sabrina's vocals on this CD have a very enjoyable deep quality that reminds us of Madonna. The CD features a blend of tight dance beats and a vast array of "World" instruments. You get your money's worth with 18 solid tracks on this one. The production is outstanding and provides these tracks with a commercial radio-ready finishing touch. Highlights are "Look into My Eyes", an eerie and distant track with thick Indian flavor. The title track "Love Is..." is a floor pumping dance number with nice melodies in the breaks. "Ecstasy" is sexy and unassuming with a nice piano hook. If you like Madonna and Enya, you will enjoy this one.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
 
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"Peel Back the Sun" by Mike Kovacevich (Rock Artist from Minnesota(MN))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Mike Kovacevich with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Peel Back the Sun"
 
"Peel Back the Sun" by Mike Kovacevich is a very enjoyable and creative medley of styles and sounds - A little rock, a little funk, a little pop and some experimentation. Mike's voice has a nice rock quality with a folky undertone. The arrangements are complete and the sound is full. Overall this album is well thought out, well produced and artsy to give it a unique yet enjoyable quality. Think of it as well-written catchy and relevant songs with very effective, creative, and professional production that brings out the most of the songs. The musicianship is very high on this CD as well. Highlights are "Apple". It has a really cool "fade-in" intro. "Reboot" has some cool organic and human sounds. "Excuses Lie" introduces a bit of a country element, cool vocal harmony and a nice flow to it. If you like the creativity and styles of artists such as Beck or Peter Gabriel, you will enjoy this one - It's definitely worth a listen.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
Check out Mike Kovacevich's music on RadioIndy.com with link to purchase and links to popular sites
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"Devotee" by JJ Worthen (Pop Artist from Texas(TX))

RadioIndy is pleased to present JJ Worthen with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Devotee"
 
JJ Worthen's album "Devotee" is ready to be heard. JJ has a powerful voice that harnesses a songbird quality on the tracks of this CD. He writes catchy, complete, polished songs with great energy and pleasing arrangements. This is a rock album more than anything. The songs have a great live quality to them. The production on this CD is creative and very professional. The title track "Devotee" features memorable lyrics and a powerful vocal performance. "Nobody Knows" is surprisingly heavy, with a great opening guitar lick leading into a real rocker. "Autumn Leaves" completes the album nicely, leaving you feeling hopeful. If you like Rufus Wainwright, Damien Rice or Queen, you will like this one.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
 
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“Eugenics Movement: Culling Hip Hop” by Mr. Williams (Rap Artist from Ohio(OH))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Mr. Williams with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Eugenics Movement: Culling Hip Hop"
 
"Eugenics Movement: Culling Hip Hop" by Mr. Williams is a very expressive example of lyrical hip-hop and poetry fused together. Combining Andre 3000's aptitude for situational hip-hop with Saul Williams' solid mastership of poetic-rap this CD moves to break barriers and stereotypes and transcends the formula of today's hip-hop. Even the beats, which could be compared to the jazzy synthesized creations of soul groups in the early 90s, are quick to tell the listener that this is not your usual brand of hip-hop. One of the most stand-out tracks is the jazzy "If I wanted To (Remix)" which makes a bold stand for nonconformity. Another of our favorites is the poignant "Please Don't" as both its lyrical and vocal content express emotional pain. Fans of conscious hip-hop and gritty spoken word will quickly become fans of "Eugenics Movement: Culling Hip Hop".
-joel
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"Easy Street" by Chris Chesney (Pop Artist from the United Kingdom)

RadioIndy is pleased to present Chris Chesney with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Easy Street"
 
Chris Chesney brings his veteran cross genre skills to the table in his album "Easy Street." The overall sound is reminiscent of those fun, feel good songs of the early 80's. Chris' lyrics are fun and his guitar-playing and songwriting are impressive. The arrangements are jazzy / bluesy in a bubbly sort of way and there's a lot of instrumentation and professional production in these tracks, to add a nice depth to the recording. There is also a cool mix of modern dance music thrown in as well. Finally, the female vocals are a nice complement to Chris's effective, raspy vocals. Highlights are "Cool Water," which starts out with a long, sexy instrumental segment that builds into a strong, sexy groove that nicely matches the lyrical theme of the song. "Time is Running Out" is another parcticularly noteworthy track with a brief synthesizer intro that builds into a full groove and a memorable chorus with strong female backing vocals and keyboard counter part. If you are a fan of catchy songs with a strong groove, that cross rock, pop, and even R&B, you'll enjoy this CD.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
Check out Chris Chesney's music on RadioIndy.com with link to purchase and links to popular sites
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"Tight Turns in the Sunset" by Mark St. John (Rock Artist from Connecticut(CT))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Mark St. John with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Tight Turns in the Sunset"
 
"Tight Turns in the Sunset" by Mark St. John is an adult rock and alt-country crossover album complete with twang and lots of fun. Mark's voice is playful and raw, with a quality that reminds us of Mark Knopfler. The overall sound is "Old School" with clean yet gritty guitar riffs and a down home sound provided in part on some tracks by banjo. The songwriting makes effective use of repeating memorable melodic patterns that sometimes include a Lou Reed-type singing/talking style. You get more bang for your buck on this album with 17 tracks. The title track "Tight Turns in the Sunset" features some creative lyrics and fun "Woo Hoos." "The Girl She Looks So Fine" pays homage to Stevie Wonder's "Roller Coaster". "It Is What It Is" features banjo, dobro and a "Words to Live by" message. Pick this up if you enjoy alt-country or adult rock artists such as Lou Reed.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Team
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"Northern Drive" by Clare Cooper (Country Artist from New York City, New York(NY))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Clare Cooper with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Northern Drive"
 
"Northern Drive" by Clare Cooper is driving Country Rock that features a Pop element. The songs are complete and well arranged with lots of layers. Clare has an impressive classic country voice and the album features some great harmonies. Overall, the musicianship and production on the CD are very professional. The concept is fun and happy. You'll also hear some great changes and an overall uniqueness. The album opens with "Colorado" and features fun lyrics and a big sound with some beautiful harmonies. "Cosmo and Manhattan" tells a story and throws a bit of an Adult Contemporary vibe at you. "Hole in the Wall" has a sinister vibe to it, cool horns and another fun story. If you want to check out a fun, cross-genre CD, with elements of country, adult contemporary, and rock give this CD a listen.
-xavier p.
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"Treachery, Lust and Misfortune" by The Three Jacks (Acoustic Artist from Coral Gable, Florida(FL))

RadioIndy is pleased to present The Three Jacks with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Treachery, Lust and Misfortune"
 
"Treachery, Lust and Misfortune" by The Three Jacks is pub friendly American Celtic Rock. Grab a Guiness and get ready to dance. The musicianship is tight and driving. The vocals are throaty and fun. The song structure is strong and has sing-along quality. You can't ignore the fiddle breakdowns either. Highlights are "Work O' The Weavers," a house burnin', sweaty number with a couple of those fore-mentioned fiddle breakdowns. "The Bare-Ass Girl" has some fun lyrics, as you can imagine. It also features some nice recorder work. The wavy "Si Bheag Si Mhor" wraps up the album nicely. If you like The Fenians or Celtic Rock in general, you will like this one.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
 
 
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"Life" by Dr. Jyotsna Srikanth (Classical Artist from London, England)

RadioIndy is pleased to present Dr. Jyotsna Srikanth with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Life"
 
"Life" by Dr. Jyotsna Srikanth features some wonderful violin work courtesy of Dr. Srikanth. It is largely based around Carnatic music (one of the two forms of Indian classical music). This particular style is typically written to be sung, but violin acts as the voice in these pieces. It's quite moving and very driven by emotion. Highlights of the album include "Memories," which features subtle, but memorable violin work. "Alone With Mother Nature" is a nice Jazz/Indian fusion with great violin and piano work. "Bowling the Violin" is an interesting up-tempo "almost" rock song with some tricky violin "solos". This is a relaxing, curious and adventurous album by an accomplished musician. If you like Jazz, anything fused with Jazz and beautiful violin, you will like this album.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
 
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“Life Song Revelations” by Billy Chernoff (Country Artist from Washington(WA))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Billy Chernoff with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Life Song Revelations"
 
"Life Song Revelations" by Billy Chernoff is an enjoyable expression of country gospel tunes. Full of faith and fervor, Billy delivers some powerful and straightforward lyrics of hope and love. Vocally, Billy shines as his soothing tone is perfect for this genre. The musicianship and the songwriting on the CD is very impressive. The simple yet powerful ballad "Lay Your Burdens Down" flaunts superb instrumentation, namely its stunning fiddle arrangement. Moreover, "Nothing Became Bread" is equally as emotional, delivering a heavenly saxophone melody, and stand-out lyrics. With production that is clearly professional, "Live Song Revelation" is worthy of your attention if you are a fan of country gospel music.
-Xavier and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
 
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"Angel" by Andrei Solodenko (Easy Listening Artist from New York(NY))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Andrei Solodenko with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Angel"
 
"Angel" by Andrei Solodenko is a journey through his poetic mind in the form of classic instruments joined with Adult Contemporary sounds. It is a virtual sound scape with beautiful melodies and strong piano progressions. Andrei's piano and synthesizer work on the CD are very impressive. The CD is great for relaxation, meditation or just soft listening. Highlights include "River of Love," which is filled with a lot of charisma and excellent sounding flute. "One Way Ticket" has a driving beat, nice fills and is power mixed with intrigue. "Rain in New York" features some soothing Trumpet work and effectively accomplishes the feel of '70's New York. If you like Mood Music and Adult Contemporary, you will surely like this album.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
 
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"In the Midnight Hours" by Dan Sistos (World Artist from Los Angeles, California(CA))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Dan Sistos with a GrIndie Award for their CD "In the Midnight Hours"
 
"World" guitarist Dan Sistos' album "In the Midnight Hours" is a collection of beautiful guitar works. His unique blend of Latin, Classical and World styles take you on a journey through the ages. He is accomplished to say the least. The album opens on a high note with "La Mezquita," a high energy Flamenco number with intriguing percussion. Songs like "Nocturne" and "Song for Gloria" are beautifully haunting. The latin backing rhythm on "Carnaval en Madrid" add a nice body-moving groove to back Dan's guitar work, which is blended periodically with vocals on this track. The album wraps up with a string quartet version of "Song for Gloria," which is gorgeous. If you like great nylon guitar playing whether it be Classical or Flamenco, pick this one up.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
 
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"Coast to Coast" by Incredible Loner (Adult Rock Artist from Seattle, Washington(WA))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Incredible Loner a GrIndie Award for their CD "Coast to Coast"
 
"Coast to Coast" by Incredible Loner is a very impressive adult rock album. The highlights of the CD are the vocal performances of Kristen Aiken, who has an amazing voice reminiscent of Sarah Mclachland. In addition to Kristen's vocals, the overall musicianship on the CD, which features flowing piano, is very professional. The production really stands out on this album as well. The sound is that of an established major recording artist. The songs "Sun King" & "Mommie Dearest" have amazing vocal and piano arrangements. On songs like "Lullaby 2007" & "13 Years" guitarist Rob Aiken stands out with his addition of guitars and orchestral arrangements. "Whiskey" shows that the band has a fun side as well. This is a great album for anyone, especially fans of Sarah Mclachland, Coldplay, and Fiona Apple.
-Fred and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"New York Behind Bars" by Ronnie Kelly (Adult Rock Artist from New Jersey(NJ))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Ronnie Kelly with a GrIndie Award for their CD "New York Behind Bars"
 
"New York Behind Bars" by Ronnie Kelly took us on an emotional journey of interesting stories written this Dublin born Singer/Songwriter. This album does a great job of showcasing Ronnie's strong songwriting skill and passionate vocals. Most of the album features acoustic guitar and vocals, and adds in some other interesting acoustic instruments. The lyrics on the CD are very personal yet are relevant for all of us. The relatively simple instrumentation and production allows Ronnie's visual and emotional songwriting to effectively paint musical scenes. "Down the Right Road" builds into a strong full-band groove and features well-blended harmonies. "Francis Hughes" nicely blends in bagpipe with string arrangements. "I Was There" is an emotional number that hits the heart of anyone who has been faced with substance abuse directly or through a friend. Fans of contemporary singer-songwriters will enjoy this impressive CD.
-The RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
Check out Ronnie Kelly's music on RadioIndy.com with link to purchase and links to popular sites
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"Saving the Day" by SweetJazz55 (Jazz Artist from Maryland(MD))

RadioIndy is pleased to present SweetJazz55 with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Saving the Day"
 
"Saving the Day" by SweetJazz55 can be best described as "Ambient Jazz." It features colorful and intriguing instrumental arrangements, lots of tricky bass lines and interesting synthesizer lines that take center stage on the tracks. There are many creative synthesizer sounds on this CD, adding to the color of the tracks. The track "Lizzart Hart" is quite adventuresome in the area of trickiness. Lots of sounds going on in this one. "XZERT" has that same quality with a nice flow. "The Set Up" mixes it up with airiness and consistency. All that said, this album has a relaxing quality to it. It's quite meditative. If you like Jazz Fusion, you will like this album.
-william and the RadioIndy Reviewer Team
 
 
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"Mary Jane” by Pain (Hip-Hop Artist from Daytona, Florida(FL))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Pain with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Mary Jane"
 
"Mary Jane" by Pain is a single track CD with strong lyrical prowess and charismatic flow. The beat, flow, and lyrical presence, which are all richly southern, are very well complimented by the guest singer whose soulful voice is a highlight of the track. Part of what makes "Mary Jane" such a catchy song is the abundance of cleverly used similes and metaphors within it, such as the consistent reference to "Mary Jane" as a girlfriend. Clearly, the lyrics are professional grade. The southern style, lyrical charisma, and energetic flow of this song make it something to move to and enjoy.
-Joel and the RadioIndy.com Team
 
 
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"Live" by Adrian Xavier (Reggae Artist from Seattle, Washington(WA))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Adrian Xavier with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Live"
 
When a band puts out a live album, they do so to capture an energy. "Live" by Adrian Xavier Band succeeds in doing just that. Their sound is big and well layered. Adrian's vocals are well-suited for this reggae genre, and nicely complemented on these live tracks by taseful harmonies . "Heart and Soul" opens with a bang and transitions into a rolling groove with crowd friendly breaks and a catchy chorus. "R Love R Creation" is a great "love one another" anthem with some great Saxophone work. All in all, this is the real deal when it comes to reggae. It encompasses everything reggae is all about. If you like Bob and Ziggy Marley or Spearhead, you'll like this CD.
-William and the RadioIndy Reviewer Team
 
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"Red Dirt Road" by Stacy and the Wolf Tones (Blues Artist from Seattle, Washington(WA))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Stacy and the Wolf Tones with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Red Dirt Road"
 
"Red Dirt Road" by Stacy and the Wolf Tones is a genuine and authentic blues rock CD. It features the beautifully weathered bluesy voice of Stacy Jones accompanied by a talented group of musicians fusing a southern house rock sound with jazzy undertones. "Big Bucks Band" will make your foot tap and also features some of Stacy's impressive harmonica work. The piano work of Beth Wulff can't be ignored on this track either."Shady Lady" is a nice little lounge blues number with powerful vocals and "tell it to'ya" lyrics. If you like soulful blues rock and heart-felt vocals, you'll enjoy this CD.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
 
 
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"A day of 5000 degrees" by Kiki Super Rolling Sound (Guitar Rock Artist from Japan)

RadioIndy is pleased to present Kiki Super Rolling Sound with a GrIndie Award for their CD "A day of 5000 degrees"
 
"A day of 5000 degrees" by Kiki Super Rolling Sound is a pleasantly nightmarish ride through dark times.It claims to be music inspired by the aftermath of the bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in WWII, and it delivers. Its centerpiece is the guitar work of Masato Kikui, which acts as the sometimes harrowing, sometimes peaceful voice through atmospheric, sound-scape accompanied tracks. The darkest and most powerful track, without a doubt is "White Light - 5000 degrees Centigrade - a Bomb Blast - Black Rain". How's that for a title? It's not all "Horrorshow" though. The album wraps up nicely with "Hope" a beautiful acoustic number coupled with some bright, dreamy, ambient synths. Overall, it's quite an experience. Pick this up if you like powerful alternative instrumental music.
-William Ferguson and the RadioIndy Reviewer Team
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"Without a Sound" by Bless (Rock Artist from Italy)

RadioIndy is pleased to present Bless with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Without a Sound"
 
"Without a Sound" by Bless is an uplifting journey through a dark, ambient and melodic world. It features a pleasant combination of curious melodies, nice electric guitar harmonies and a soulful vocal performance. Leading off the album, "Show Me" establishes the band's thick, rich, electric sound and is quite powerful."This World" is a drink from the same cup. The album also features some great acoustic/ ambient synth driven songs such as "The Moment's Gone." If you like bands like The Cure, Smashing Pumpkins and Sisters of Mercy, you will like this CD.
-William and the RadioIndy Review Team
 
 
 
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“O Reid a Guitarra Havaiana 4” by Ambrogio Gaigher (Latin Artist from Brazil)

RadioIndy is pleased to present Ambrogio Gaigher with a GrIndie Award for their CD "O Reid a Guitarra
Havaiana 4"
 
"O Reid a Guitarra Havaiana 4" by Ambrogio Gaigher is filled with soothing, latin-influenced mostly-instrumental tracks. This collection exhibits a heavy world influence. Taking the lead on this CD is Ambrogio's impressive steel guitar work, backed by light percussion. "Bela Maria" introduces some diversity with its choral vocal arrangements. "Oh! São Paulo" is perhaps this CD's most outstanding track, with its memorable lead vocals and contagious rhythm section. Music lovers who enjoy steel guitar with strong doses of Latin and Brazilian flair will enjoy this CD.
-Xavier P. and the RadioIndy Reviewer Team
 
 
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“De La Noche” by Carlo Pezzimenti (Classical Artist from Dallas, Texas(TX))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Carlo Pezzimenti with a GrIndie Award for their CD "De La Noche"
 
"De La Noche" by the brilliant Carlo Pezzimenti is truly a work of classical art, marked by ingenuity, innovation, and elegance. From start to finish, Carlo's classical guitar arrangements speak to listeners on many different levels, carrying heavy emotional innuendos. The peaceful and quiet beauty of this CD provides a welcome getaway from our fast-paced world. The recording technique of using ultrasensitive mics without additional effects, provides a beautiful crystal clear guitar sound that makes you feel that Carlo is sitting in front of you as he plays these tracks. "Toccata" conveys the free-spirited nature of Carlo's guitar work. Moreover, "Preludio No. 3 Observando Nubes (Watching Clouds)" demonstrates Carlo's ability to make a delightful departure from the confining concepts of traditional musical form. Loaded with 22 soothing tracks, "De La Noche" is a collection of classical guitar work that will provide you a tranquil escape from the distractions of our busy world.
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“The EP” by DeZishun & She-Know (R&B Artist from New Jersey(NJ))

RadioIndy is pleased to present DeZishun & She-Know with a GrIndie Award for their CD "The EP"
 
"The EP" by DeZishun & She-Know is a very lively collection of R&B-pop crossover tunes. The addictive dance beat makes it hard not to move your body to these tracks. Especially memorable are the female vocals on "Lucky Girl" and "Street Pressure." The opening-track, "Let's Party 'Mommie Move Your Body'," flaunts a very addictive musical hook and chorus melody. "Girls Rain" opens with a very eerie, middle-eastern voice melody and makes a smooth transition into a beat driven hip-hop track. Lyrically, these songs are written with care and relevance, tackling issues of love, street life, and growing up. Furthermore, creative production elements bring together the other strong elements of the music into an enjoyable collection of R&B-pop tracks.

-The RadioIndy Reviewer Team
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“Simply Melodies” by JR’S Socalypsoreggaeroc! (World Artist from New Jersey(NJ))

RadioIndy is pleased to present  JR'S Socalypsoreggaeroc! with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Simply Melodies"
 
"Simply Melodies" by JR'S Socalypsoreggaeroc! is a very creative assembly of Caribbean instrumentals. With the native and elegant steel pan as the driving instrument, these songs are extremely melodic. What's more, the structure of these tunes are, as the title suggests, kept very simple. The steel pan is at the forefront of this CD with minimal backing by bass, drums, and some synthesizer fills, allowing the intricate sounds of the steel pan to shine through. "Jamaica Farewell, Yellow Bird, Letter From Jamaica" opens with a very non-traditional drum arrangement that catches the listener's attention. Moreover, "Ah Come Back Home" displays a very memorable steel pan melody. Minimal production adds to the simplicity of these tracks. If you enjoy world Caribbean music then you should check out the nice steel pan work on these tracks.
-Xavier P. and the RadioIndy Reviewer Team
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"Will Work for Money" by Gregg Koval (Rock Artist from Ontario, Canada)

RadioIndy is pleased to present Gregg Koval with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Will Work for Money"
 
"Will Work for Money" by Gregg Koval is a fun collection of rock songs. Gregg's clever lyrical plays on words had us laughing throughout the CD. The combination of these clever lyrics and Gregg's knack for writing memorable choruses, will leave you with some repeatingly funny themes in your mind after listening to this CD - Go ahead, grab a handful and help yourself to these tracks. The music on the CD is solid as well, especially the guitar playing. "Knocked Up" was one of our favorites, with a catchy upbeat groove and a memorable chorus that had us cracking up. There's even some financial advise on the CD, with "Line of Credit." If you're looking to lighten up your day with some good tunes and good laughs, check out this CD. (Mature Themes).
-RadioIndy Reviewer Team
 
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"The Best of Mr. Tune" by John Cammelot (Rock Artist from Illinois(IL))

RadioIndy is pleased to present John Cammelot with  a GrIndie Award for their CD "The Best of Mr. Tune"
 
"The Best of Mr. Tune" is a refreshing collection of 80's rock tracks from a variety of John Cammelot's bands including Squadron, Flyer, and Mandel Machine. The bands are tight and the musicianship on the CD is tremendous, especially John's keyboard and piano work and the electric guitar work. John's vocals are very effective in this rock genre, and are filled on a number of tracks with rich harmonies. "Enjoy" is one of our favorite tracks, with its excellent hook and harmony-filled chorus. "Song On a Breeze' is an impressive instrumental number that features a very cool synthesizer intro into a beautiful piano piece that is filled with interesting synthesizer sounds. "Don't Let the Blues" effectively takes on a more bluesy, soulful tone, and shows the versatility of John's vocals. The musicianship on "Jive" blew us away. Any fan of 80s rock bands such as Styx or the Eagles should check out this collection from John's bands.
-RadioIndy Reviewer Team
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“Maghreb Jazz Guitar” by Jan Wouter Oostenrijk (World Artist from The Netherlands)

RadioIndy is pleased to present Jan Wouter Oostenrijk with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Maghreb Jazz Guitar"
 
"Maghreb Jazz Guitar" by Jan Wouter Oostenrijk is a very interesting and diverse collection of world/jazz tunes, fusing jazz-flavors and tribal percussion with lyrics presented in the Arabic language. Careful production provides an effective balance between percussion and guitar work. The slow-pace instrumental track "Nardis" opens with a very nice native flute melody, giving this song a very middle-eastern vibe. The beat-driven "My Favourite Things" grabs listeners' attention with its intriguing percussion intro, mixing together rare percussive sounds. Moreover, the very groovy "Barud" flaunts a nice electric guitar lead and a memorable Indian-influenced melody. Fans of culturally diverse songs and rich percussion will enjoy this CD.
-Xavier P. and the RadioIndy Review Team
 
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"Second Avenue Serenade" by Laslo Cameo (Rock Artist from Vermont(VT))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Laslo Cameo with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Second Avenue Serenade"
 
"Second Avenue Serenade" by Laslo Cameo is an enjoyable Americana CD. The music on this CD is tight with very professional musicianship throughout. The alternating male and female leads on the tracks keep the songs on the CD sounding fresh, as does the varied styles from modern country, to blues, to adult rock. The clean recording quality is totally pro and very well-suited for this genre. "How Can You Lose" is a solid track featuring Leslie's clean, pitch-perfect vocal style, with a memorable chorus that includes a nice keyboard/organ countermelody. "Stella Joy" is a soulful bluesy tune with a cool opening acoustic guitar lick and effective use of tremolo electric guitar to back up Randy's raspy vocals, which work well in this bluesy style. If you enjoy blues-infused rock, you'll enjoy this CD by these talented artists.
-RadioIndy Reviewer Team
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"Capiche?" by Xraydusa (Hip-Hop Artist from San Francisco, California(CA))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Xraydusa with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Capiche?"
 
"Capiche?" by Xraydusa plays upon the strings of the subconscious conjuring up the abstract, the groovy, and the downright trippy elements of the listener's inner workings. It is a methodically mad but effective instrumental arrangement of half hip-hop, half 70's funk beats, random noises, live instruments, DJ scratching, and an occasional mix of something that smacks of tribal influence. A highlight of the CD is the high level of creativity and the ability to bring together the diverse sound effects and styles of music ot yield a very interesting and enjoyable CD. The production and instrumentation quality are superb. The song, "the amberrr" is a song favorite with its anthem-like, dizzying dance grooves, signaturely weaving in and out of beat breaks armed with a wailing alarm and guitar in the highs and percussion in the lows. The smooth saxophone sound of "Spaghetti Straps" is completely jazzy and chill and a great note on which to end the CD. It's relatively straightforward and traditional when compared to the other tracks on the CD that we checked out, but the more subtle production on this track provides its charm. The reverse playback vocal effect along with the tight drum and bass groove add fine funk to the song. All in all, "Capiche?" is a funky, flamboyant delight for fans of multiple genres--from psychedelic to funk to hip-hop.
-Joel and the RadioIndy Reviewer Team
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"Smashing Preconceptions" by Stereo Volvo (Jazz Artist from Australia)

RadioIndy is pleased to present Stereo Volvo with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Smashing Preconceptions"
 
"Smashing Preconceptions" by Stereo Volvo is a Space-Dub instrumental album with a big arsenal. It combines Jazz, Afro -Jamaican, Dub, Ambient, Drum N' Bass and much more. It is well produced with tight beats, spacy sounds and very cool muted trumpet work. There is a constant mysticism to this album and it is floaty, but organic at the same time. Highlights include "Phoenix" (Wig-Out), which is a definite journey of a track with a grounded rhythm section and guitar and trumpet eerily talking to one another. "Gunya" is more up-tempo featuring the signature trumpet with a bowed-string sounding guitar coming at you. Pick this up if you like beats and ambience.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
 
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“Guitar Language” by Nebojsa Buhin Nebo (Blues Artist from Croatia)

RadioIndy is pleased to present Nebojsa Buhin Nebo with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Guitar Language"
 
"Guitar Language" by Nebojsa Buhin Nebo is an impressive pop-rock/blues instrumental album. The musicianship on this CD is exceptional – powerful electric and acoustic guitars steal the limelight, backed by soothing drum arrangements. The pop-oriented "Remember Feat Marko Ramljak" stands out with its compelling lead guitar melody, beautiful violin accompaniments, and very epic climax. "Blues for You Feat Dimitar Božikov" assumes a softer, more soulful blues sound and carries a very vivid emotional life of its own. Moreover, the Latin-flavored "Big Girl Feat Ricardo Luque" is the only non-instrumental track on this CD, serving up some delightful vocals. Professional production finishes off this musically superior assembly. This CD is an excellent addition to the collection of any fan who enjoys rock guitar virtuoso music.
-Xavier P.
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"Pashtes" by Lenka Lichtenberg & Brian Katz (World Artist from Ontario, Canada)

RadioIndy is pleased to present  Lenka Lichtenberg & Brian Katz with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Pashtes"
 
"Pashtes" by Lenka Lichtenberg & Brian Katz is a tremendously creative and musically inspiring CD. The instrumentation on the CD is brilliant - Especially Brian Katz's acoustic guitar work. This professional musical accompaniment provides an effective backdrop for the tremendous vocal performances of Lenka, whose voice provides pitch-perfect vocals in a very smooth and soothing manner. The CD is filled with subtle details of intricate play between the vocals and instruments that demonstrate the care that went into this recording. The production and recording quality provide a crystal clear experience for the listener. "Zing a Gezang" is one of our favorite tracks, with its upbeat catchy tempo and tremendous acoustic guitar work. "Yo, Ikh Gloyb" has a more jazzy feel, with an intricate musical depth provided by countermelodies of a horn section. If you enjoy world music or hearing the works of musical virtuosos, this is a CD that is definitely worthy of your attention.
-RadioIndy Reviewer Team
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"The Next One" by Vonzeles (Hard Rock Artist from Arizona(AZ))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Vonzeles with a GrIndie Award for their CD "The Next One"
 
Get ready to hit the highway. "The Next One" by Vonzeles is eleven tracks of pure adrenaline. The band is tight with a great relationship of gritty guitars, a hard driving rhythm section, and commanding vocals. There are no tricks in the bag with this CD. It is straight up rock by a very talented band. The band uses tight breaks and harmonies effectively on a number of tracks. "Cocked and Loaded" and "Feel Good" really hit the mark with great riffs and a flow that leaves you wanting more. "I Remember" is a powerful stadium ballad with soulful lyrics - a definite sing-along. This CD puts you on stage with the band and gets right down to the business of rock.
-William F. and the RadioIndy Team
 
 
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"The Calm" by Kirk Dearman (Instrumental Artist from Nashville, Tennessee(TN))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Kirk Dearman with a GrIndie Award for their CD "The Calm"
 
"The Calm" is a very appropriately titled CD from pianist/composer, Kirk Dearman. The beautiful piano pieces on this CD are incredibly refreshing and peaceful. Other light instrumentation, such as flute fills, are nicely sprinkled into some of these wonderful tracks. Our favorites are the romantic, light, and moderate melodies of "Requiem For A Friend" and "Wash Over Me". Moreover, this CD exhibits top notch production. Close your eyes as you listen to this CD, and let the calming effect relieve your tension.
-Terri and the RadioIndy Review
 
 
 
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"Dancing in Las Vegas" by Marlon and Me (Alternative Artist from Los Angeles, California(CA))

RadioIndy is pleased to presetn Marlon and Me with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Dancing in Las Vegas"
 
"Dancing in Las Vegas" by Marlon and Me is an interesting mix of alternative pop/soft rock songs. The CD is full of variety in terms of instrumentation, sounds, and subgenres. The CD features a variety of interesting keyboard/synthesizer sounds. The songwriting nicely matches the topic of the song. For example, "The Line of Soldiers" includes a rhythmic beat that appropriately sets the mood of marching lines of soldiers. The flange guitar in "The Lost Years" sets a scene of wandering around aimlessly. If you enjoy alternative pop/rock and creative music with varied styles and instrumentation, you will enjoy this CD.
-RadioIndy Review Team
 
 
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"Blue Circle" by Dave Foster (Pop Artist from New York City, New York(NY))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Dave Foster with a GrIndie award for their CD "Blue Circle"
 
Getting inside the music of "Blue Circle" by Dave Foster is likened to a journey to the center of the Earth, radically different yet refreshingly welcoming, as a traveler to a foreign land comes across a landmark that has beckoned for years. This songwriter reminded us of greats like John Lennon and even Dave Matthews; thought-provoking and versatile lyrically, along with a masterful use of modern beats, funky throw-backs, and synthesized vocals. We especially enjoyed "Falling To Pieces", which combines all of the aforementioned elements of genius songwriting, production, and performance. Way far out front vocals and bitter raw emotion drive us to pick our favorite, "All You Gave To Me", for it's contemporary bass-line and hip lyrical makeup.
-Terri
 
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"Soul & Story: Volume One" from Enation (Adult Rock Artist from Washington(WA))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Enation with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Soul & Story: Volume One"
 
"Soul & Story: Volume One" from Enation contains masterfully written songs just begging the listener to feel the heartbeat of each note. Frontman Jonathan has an exceptional quality in his soft vocals. This CD will relax and entertain you, without a doubt. Beginning with a couple of pacifying acoustic numbers, which set the relaxed tone, "Homesick" includes a full instrumentation of soulful production, becoming full of emotion, as is the lyrical content. "A Letter To My Son" has to be the most touching song on this entire CD, whispering Fatherly advice like a lullaby. Beautiful piano accompaniment sets a brilliant stage for "I'm On Your Side", our ultimate favorite in it's intensity, joining the many wonderful songs here on this CD.
-Terri
 
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"I Want Nothing" by AJ Nutter (Pop Artist from Pennsylvania(PA))

RadioIndy is pleased to present AJ Nutter with a GrIndie Award for their CD "I Want Nothing"
 
 
"I Want Nothing" by AJ Nutter, is a creative compilation of alternative electronic pop/rock songs. The CD is best suited for listeners that enjoy more experimental, less mainstream-type of music. The CD is filled with interesting keyboard/synthesizer sounds and sound effects. For example, Area 51 has a very diverse display of interesting keyboard/synthesizer sounds. "Letter" includes a calm and pitch-perfect female vocal and a more electronic pop sound that adds an effective sharp contrast to the earlier instrumental tracks on the CD.
-RadioIndy Reviewer Team
 
 
 
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"Sanbrafeye" by Evan Adamafio (World Artist from New Jersey(NJ))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Evan Adamafio with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Sanbrafeye"
 
"Sanbrafeye" by Evan Adamafio is a catchy world pop song. The CD provides this single in many different genre formats, each of which are effective, exemplifying the strength of this song. Each format showcases a strong African-influenced rhythm section, and all but the instrumental version showcase Evan's distinct African pop vocals. The instrumental version showcases a strong acoustic guitar lead track and more accentuated percussion work, which is also featured on the unplugged version. This is an interesting CD to check out, not only because "Sanbrafeye" is a catchy upbeat song, but also because it is rare that a listener can hear a song in many different genres, to compare and contrast the strengths of the song in various formats. Check this CD out for a unique listening experience.
-RadioIndy Reviewer Team
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"Something Old...Something New" by Full Circle (Pop Artist from Gainesville, Florida(FL))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Full Circle with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Something Old...Something New"
 
"Something Old...Something New" by Full Circle is a CD that features the excellent vocals of these talented young singers. The backing music and production are very high quality, giving the CD a polished sound. The CD includes both original tracks as well as well-known covers, which provides a nice song mix. One of the highlights of the CD are the effective rich choir harmonies on tracks such as "No Hard Feelings" and "Jealousy." Of the many excellent lead vocal performances on the CD, our favorites include the powerful female lead vocals on "Through the Fire" and "Now That It's Over." The tracks on this CD, which feature this talented young group of singers, are well worth a listen for any R&B-pop music fan.
-RadioIndy Reviewer Team
 
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“Other Places to Search” by Breakers Broken (Pop Artist from Illinois(IL))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Breakers Broken with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Other Places to Search"
 
"Other Places to Search" by the compelling Breakers Broken is an extremely well-crafted collection of pop/adult-rock rocks. Fusing melodic and expressive vocals, tight harmonies, beautiful pianos, and gripping acoustic and electric guitars, this band delivers a very memorable musical soundscape. "Potion" takes a delightful turn from the usual and ventures into a very contagious jazz/funk groove. "Breaking Loose" is another stand out track with its high energy sound, nice drum arrangement, and very climactic chorus. Moreover, the lyrics on this CD are meaningful, tastefully optimistic, and tackle relevant issues of life and love. Topped off with professional production, this CD truly does deliver the entire package.
-Xavier and the RadioIndy Team
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