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Mariami: Indie Music Universe Artist of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On August - 29 - 2010

In her elegant fusion of R&B, Jazz, Hip-Hop and various International influences, Mariami possesses an unrefined quality that is beginning to fade in contemporary songwriting.  Her approach to music is original, yet her sound resonates on a universal level.  Her keen attention to lyrical detail and melody is intelligible, yet her compositions are simple, sexy [...]

Redlight Cinema:Indie Music Universe Band of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On August - 23 - 2010

Redlight Cinema's story sounds more like a fictional film than a genuine musical journey.  This story led three talented boys from a pristine, disconnected community in Upstate New York into the dirty and mystical streets of Manhattan where they have honed their sound.  From their melodic pop melodies to their unpredictable rock changes the "RLC" [...]

Lachi: Indie Music Universe Artist of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On August - 15 - 2010

"Though these eyes are broken, well these ears truly see right…in black and white."  Lachi sings, referring to her visual impairment, and her true ability to see through black and white piano keys.   Lachi has garnered much musical respect from innumerable reviewers, as her vocal and lyrical prowess "captures what was once a great [...]

The Zou: Indie Music Universe Band of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On August - 8 - 2010

Ohio based, nationally touring and regionally reigning – If you haven't heard of The Zou yet, you will soon.    Born in a Midwestern scene dominated by affluent white youths, The Zou is a transnational ethnic musical collective of 2nd generation Americans.  They are the sons and daughters of Lebanese revolutionaries, Palestinian refugees, Italian grocers, [...]

Casey Desmond: Indie Music Universe Artist of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On August - 1 - 2010

The daughter of two musicians & raised in a recording studio, its no surprise that Casey Desmond shares her bedroom with many vintage synths & keyboards, guitars and recording gear, and converted her living room into a practice space for her band.  Home is where the music plays any time of night or day.  Writing [...]

Mariami: Indie Music Universe Artist of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On August - 29 - 2010ADD COMMENTS

MariamiIn her elegant fusion of R&B, Jazz, Hip-Hop and various International influences, Mariami possesses an unrefined quality that is beginning to fade in contemporary songwriting.  Her approach to music is original, yet her sound resonates on a universal level.  Her keen attention to lyrical detail and melody is intelligible, yet her compositions are simple, sexy and inspiring.  With an undying passion for writing and playing music, her talent is undeniable.

 

With a rich line-up of talent, Mariami and her boys revive the concept of "fresh" and "soul" in ways that are no longer resonant in commercial music today.  Their show is charged with passion, urban edge, and unmistakable talent. Their dynamic energy has audiences feeling inspired, lifted and sexy.  It doesn't get any more righteous than that.

 

Emerging fresh out of college, and onto the professional music scene, Mariami has already rocked audiences everywhere from Boston's Berklee Performance Center to New York City's famous Bitter End in the village.  With a few honorable accolades under her wing, including her recent designation as Skope Magazine's "Artist to Watch", Mariami needs prove nothing. It's all in the music, and it's all in the soul.

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Popularity: 2% [?]

Redlight Cinema:Indie Music Universe Band of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On August - 23 - 2010ADD COMMENTS

Redlight CinemaRedlight Cinema's story sounds more like a fictional film than a genuine musical journey.  This story led three talented boys from a pristine, disconnected community in Upstate New York into the dirty and mystical streets of Manhattan where they have honed their sound.  From their melodic pop melodies to their unpredictable rock changes the "RLC" trio could not be any better if they tried.  Lead singer and songwriter Kevin Andreas' emotion filled, pitch perfect voice is slightly reminiscent of Adam Levine of "Maroon Five" and his mind-bending "Hendrix" inspired guitar skills are the center of Redlight Cinema's sound.  Rounding out the group, Kevin is accompanied by his brilliant younger brother Kyle on the drums and equally accomplished, calm and always cool, Dan Parra on bass.  Kyle and Dan follow their fearless leader as if they are reading his mind, and after so many years playing together they may well be.    

 

Kevin and Kyle were raised in a strict religious household where mainstream music was not allowed.  Kevin remembers a punishment when he was thirteen years old that would change both of the boys lives forever.  "My punishment was to sit on the landing of these stairs for six months. I was even forced to sit there alone and have my meals.  When I knew that no one was paying attention, I would run to the top of the stairs above the landing where there was an old guitar that had three strings.  I barely knew any music but by this time I had heard the song 'White Room'.  I would try to figure it out in order to amuse myself.  I started hearing more music from kids in Jr. High School.  At this point, I already knew that this is what I would do with the rest of my life."  Their mother left home around the same time the boys seriously began to play.  The brothers learned to find solace in a place where they would not be let down.  This place was in their music. 

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Popularity: 3% [?]

Lachi: Indie Music Universe Artist of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On August - 15 - 2010ADD COMMENTS

Lachi"Though these eyes are broken, well these ears truly see right…in black and white."  Lachi sings, referring to her visual impairment, and her true ability to see through black and white piano keys.

 

Lachi has garnered much musical respect from innumerable reviewers, as her vocal and lyrical prowess "captures what was once a great time for music"  (Radio Indy).  With a performance deemed "consistently good" and "with sultry delivery" by Computer Music Magazine, "standout" by NYU's Washington Square News, and “gorgeous…with nice catchy melodies” by College Music Journal, Lachi brings the art back into songwriting and the vigor into performing.

 

Lachi and her very talented all-blind band have recently finished recording an album under Fanatic Records, which will be distributed by EMI/Capitol in the summer.  With successful showcases at SxSW, CMJ, the IndieGirl Conference, and many other festivals, colleges and venues around the country, Lachi's music continues to receive positive reviews and a great amount of college, community and online radio coverage.

 

Lachi also works hard around the clock to promote and further the careers of other blind musicians in the New York City area.   Lachi has taken it upon herself to uncover and bring together some of the finest talent New York City’s blind community has to offer.

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Popularity: 5% [?]

The Zou: Indie Music Universe Band of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On August - 8 - 2010ADD COMMENTS

The ZouOhio based, nationally touring and regionally reigning – If you haven't heard of The Zou yet, you will soon. 

 

Born in a Midwestern scene dominated by affluent white youths, The Zou is a transnational ethnic musical collective of 2nd generation Americans.  They are the sons and daughters of Lebanese revolutionaries, Palestinian refugees, Italian grocers, and Chinese peasants.  This unique background shows in the crafting of their indie rock.  The Zou's music reflects a quality and creativity seldom found in mainstream music.

 

Since 2007, The Zou has been marching across the country, gathering the support of music lovers and critics.  They have been described as "Intelligent and electrifying Nouveau Rock", "A dark assemblage of snarky lyrics, gritty bass, and 2 colossal keyboardists" and "Indie rock to be proud of".

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Popularity: 6% [?]

Casey Desmond: Indie Music Universe Artist of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On August - 1 - 2010ADD COMMENTS

Casey DesmondThe daughter of two musicians & raised in a recording studio, its no surprise that Casey Desmond shares her bedroom with many vintage synths & keyboards, guitars and recording gear, and converted her living room into a practice space for her band.  Home is where the music plays any time of night or day.  Writing and recording with multi gold and platinum producer Anthony J Resta (Elton John,Collective Soul, Shawn Mullins, Duran Duran), Grammy winner Will Ackerman & bassist Tony Levin, her music has collectively garnered her over 2 dozen songwriting awards & prizes, film & TV placements, composition work with a major TV network and music library as well as 2 tracks on a compilation with Amy Winehouse & Duffy.

 

Drawing from her education in illustration and fashion design, she incorporates the style and dramatic flair of rock's electro-pop icons like David Bowie, Peter Gabriel, Cyndi Lauper, & Blondie & contemporaries Bat for Lashes and LaRoux into her newest music,stage show, and even her hand made stage attire.

 

Casey has shared the stage with David Cook, Johny Lange, Ed Kowaszyk (from Live), The Motels, Luka Rossi, Kate Voegel & performed at dozens of colleges & venues all over the country as well as CMJ, NXNE, Sundance Film Festival, Virgin College Mega Tour, South Park, London Calling, MMS, MPMF, Head of the Charles Regatta, NACA, COCA, DBMC, Chickfest, Collegefest, Intl. Folk Alliance, NAMM, & DFEST.

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Popularity: 7% [?]

Heartdrive: Indie Music Universe Band of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On July - 25 - 2010ADD COMMENTS

HeartdriveOperating out of the back room of a computer store the members of this band decided to call themselves Heartdrive because of the sound-alike hard drive.  The name Heartdrive is also significant because of their passion for original music.

 

Heartdrive has what it takes:  a professional level of talent, a youthful passion for music, tons of experience, a tight & exciting live show, and most importantly: great songs.  They have 100's of shows in touring experience and have completed and released an album independently.  They've also built a huge fan-base as an unsigned artist.

 

Together, they have a sound that is catchy, energetic, and unique.  Heartdrive songs are connected by tight musicianship, contagious vocal melodies, and emotion throughout the performances and lyrical content. 

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Popularity: 10% [?]

Chasing Jones: Indie Music Universe Band of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On July - 19 - 2010ADD COMMENTS

Chasing JonesChasing Jones, a four piece Pop Rock band, has defined themselves with high energy performances, catchy lyrics and steady grooves.  The first pieces of the group came together in 2007 with brothers Nick and Adam DiLullo collaborating for the first time.  With a solid foundation they were able to convince LA based drummer Blair Brown, a graduate of the Musicians Institute, to return home and join the band.  In 2008 they independently released their first EP, The Lie, to a sold out release party at the Starlite Room in Edmonton.  The puzzle was soon complete when Grant MacEwan music graduate Dwayne Ulliac joined as the new bassist.

 

With an invitation to showcase at Canadian Music Week 2010, radio play on stations across Canada, and great reviews coming in from all over, the groups name and distinct sound is being recognized on the local and national music scene.   As a band who frequents some of the top venues and colleges in Edmonton, Chasing Jones has shared the stage with hot acts like Tokyo Police Club, Hot Panda, Radio For Help, appeared in local magazines like Vue & SEE weekly, and on blogs all over the internet.

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Popularity: 10% [?]

Red Baron: Indie Music Artist of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On July - 12 - 2010ADD COMMENTS

Red BaronDuring British nobility, reigning monarchs appointed faithful servants to the position of "baron," charging them with the task of adding to their king’s kingdom.  Obediently, barons ventured into neighboring regions annexing new plots of land and other forms of wealth for their master, knowing their reward came as from their diligent work.  Rather than extending the boundaries of a given territory as barons of old, Red Baron lifts up the name of Jesus, that He might draw all men unto Him (John 12:32).  In so doing he adds to his King’s kingdom. 

 

Born in the bedrock of blues music, reared in the home of R&B, and classically trained in violin and piano, it would seem Red was destined to make music.  Forbidden from listing to rap at an early age, he drifted towards his parent’s record collection as a small child.  Consequently, by the time he actually stumbled upon rap, his musical stylings were more influenced by Bach than 'Pac, more Mozart than Mos Def.

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Popularity: 10% [?]

The Spines: Indie Music Universe Band of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On July - 4 - 2010ADD COMMENTS

the spinesThe Spines are an Alternative Rock band out of New York with a reputation for catchy hooks, tasteful songwriting, solid musicianship and powerful live performances.  Front man Ray Mazza began The Spines in the fall of 2005, transitioning to singing and playing guitar after playing drums in several different bands.  Immediately he began recording material with local talent.  By winter of 2006 Max Feinstein and Ryan Kornblatt had been recruited on guitar and drums and in 2008 the band was solidified with new bassist Vinny Doucette filling out the band's live sound. 

 

Throughout 2007 the band heavily circulated demo CDs which cultivated their fan base on both a locally and internationally.  The band also spent that time recording their debut.  Radiolarian is a locally and internationally anticipated album with something for everyone from catchy, harmony laden songs to darker, heavier and more progressive material.  The album was released in January 2009, distributed through Strawhouse Entertainment and Sony Red.

 

Instrumentation

Ray Mazza- Front Man , Song Writer, Rhythm Guitar

Vinny Doucette- Bass

Craig Otto- Drums

Aaron Marc- Lead Guitar, Backing Vocals

 

Websites

Official Site

 

Discography

Radiolarian by the spinesRadiolarian (2009)   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

 

 

 

 

Popularity: 11% [?]

Acid Speed Band: Indie Music Universe Band of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On June - 27 - 2010ADD COMMENTS

acid speed bandAcid Speed has a long history in Indonesia.  Dating back to the early 80's Acid Speed has always been the best Rolling Stones Tribute band. 

 

Their original material on their latest album, Namanya Juga Rock n Roll, is heavily Stones influenced but their own unique sound also shines through.  Their music is pure rock instrumentally utilizing the classic sounds of harmonica, keyboards and slide guitar to secure our classic rock status.

 

Instrumentation

Holdun- Guitar

Heri-Guitar

Anto- Keyboards

Agus- Bass

Ading-Drums

Boy- Vocals and Harmonica

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Popularity: 11% [?]

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