Doxa Music: Indie Music Universe Band of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On November - 28 - 2010

doxa musicThey say that Doxa is more than just a band because their desire is that it serves as a springboard to launch other Christian artists who desire to glorify God with their entire lives, including music.  The call to glorify God is worldwide, and so while their first CD is a certain style and has two main songwriters on it, they long to see many more songwriters and musicians with different styles come along and glorify God with them in every facet of life.

 

Why Doxa? Their response was…We chose the name Doxa for the band and for this music project simply because it's a cool sounding word.  No, just kidding, doxa is actually an old Greek word defined as glory, fame, or honor.  And as every person involved with this project will tell you, we are all about giving glory, fame and honor to our King Jesus Christ.  While the music we make does do exactly that, it does not end there.  We want to give glory to God in everything we do.  We're certainly not perfect people, but we're always checking ourselves to make sure that what we do does, in some way, glorify God.    

 

We could have simply gone with The Matt Tipton Band, but again, we want glory pointing to God, not towards any one of us.  Plus doxa is such an unusual word that it gives us a great chance to describe the meaning behind it to anyone who asks.

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Me Verse You: Indie Band of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On October - 31 - 2010

Me Verse You

 

 

The band was formed of all previously signed touring bands.  Dave Schroeder, the lead singer, is a songwriter that has written three other full length records under the name of SO THEY SAY.  When he decided to start the new band he had already written the first three records for ME VERSE YOU.  The hooky choruses and great verses heard on their debut album, ANOTHER ENEMY is only the beginning of the three albums that ME VERSE YOU will release.

 

 

 

 

Instrumentation

David Schroeder – Vocals/Guitar

Matt Amelung – Guitar

Joe Hamilton – Bass

Kevin Fuwell – Drums

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La Junta: Indie Music Universe Band of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On October - 8 - 2010

La Junta began early 2004 in a small back room of an old little house in a student ghetto, built on a foundation of house parties with a sound combining various musical styles.  Influenced by so many genres, including jazz, blues, rock, reggae, Latin and hip-hop music, every song is significantly different from the next.  Attempting to blend each sound, La Junta believes they have found something very refreshing in an industry of cardboard cutouts.  With their unique style as a backdrop, La Junta reflects what they observe in everyday life as well as represent who they and where they come from in a positive way. This is the beginning of “SouthwestFunkRock”.

 

Any of La Juntas 4 albums are amazing fingerprints for the group.  However, nothing compares to the energy, fun, and musicianship of a live La Junta show.  Fans often compare La Junta to groups such as Spearhead, Ozomatli, 311, O.A.R., Dave Mathews, and Sublime.  Because of this La Juntas fan base continues to grow exponentially, based on a consistent incline of CD sales and attendance at live performances.  It is true that every group in the music industry believes they are "fresh" and "Unique"… and we are no different.  Where we do differ is the response from fans is that we are "fresh" and "unique".  Something new, and we didn't even have to tell them. 

 

Instrumentation

Nick Pena: Guitar/Lead Vocals

Aaron Lamb: Drums/Backup Vocals

Matt Ojinaga: Bass

Delmone Taylor: Tenor/Alto Saxophone

Danny Hart: Percussion/Backup Vocals

 

Website

Offical Site

Myspace

Facebook

 

Discography

slangin dirt  Slangin Dirt (2009)

 

 

 

 

 

What it is What it is (2008)
 

 

 

 

 

 

blue collar Blue Collar Beats (2006)

 

 

 

 

 

La Junta Street Demo (2003)

 

Song samples

 Rain on Me

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Gente Mi Gente

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Redlight Cinema:Indie Music Universe Band of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On August - 23 - 2010

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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Heartdrive: Indie Music Universe Band of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On July - 25 - 2010

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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Chasing Jones: Indie Music Universe Band of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On July - 19 - 2010

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: 8% [?]

The Spines: Indie Music Universe Band of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On July - 4 - 2010

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)   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

 

 

 

 

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Acid Speed Band: Indie Music Universe Band of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On June - 27 - 2010

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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Patafunk: Indie Music Universe Band of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On June - 21 - 2010

PatatfunkCEM a.k.a Patafunk began his career as an eclectic music DJ in 2000 and in 2001 he created Patafunk™, a Venezuelan music brand based on his own sounds and lifestyle and shown through his Live Band, DJ Set (both called Patafunk), nationwide Radio Show (Patafunk Radio at La Mega 107.3fm, (www.lamegaestacion.com), a Record Label (Patafunk Music) and a Clothing Line (Patafunk Clothing).  His career as a DJ has led him to countries like Aruba, Lebanon, Spain, USA, France and the Dominican Republic making people of different cultures dance to one amazing sound.

 

As a producer he started 2006 with the remix of master Aldemaro Romero's "La Caracola" for the album "Nueva Onda Nueva, Electronic Aldemaro".  This was the first track from Patafunk that went on a record and onto national radio.  In February 2007 he released the first album by Patafunk band called "Dubdelic", under his independent record label Patafunk Music.  This album mixes Brazilian, Disco, Dub, Funk, House, Jazz, Jungle, Lounge, Mambo, New Wave, Reggae, Rock, Ska, and Surf among others, making a cocktail of organic-electronic eclecticism with 12 tracks.

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Jocelyn Alice: Indie Music Band of the Week

Posted by Guelixa Garcia On May - 11 - 2010

Jocelyn AliceCandid and fearless, Jocelyn Alice has the voice of a popstar and the soul of a songwriter. Inspired by songstresses like Adele, Amy Winehouse and Joss Stone, Jocelyn’s soaring vocal ability and natural charm are sure to make her the newest sensation to hit the music scene.

 

A passionate songwriter, Jocelyn has written or co-written every track on their upcoming album, which will be released in August 2010. Her songs of personal experience, love and heartbreak, are relatable, straight up and full of soul.

 

Born in Calgary, Jocelyn grew up a closet singer, humming tunes and writing in her bedroom to pass the time. It was when tragedy hit and she lost a close friend in a car accident that she realized music was her ultimate escape. She began spending all of her free time writing music, perfecting melodies and sharing her gift of song at local gigs.

 

Jocelyn’s big break came when she was 17, when she was selected from 7,000 entries across Canada to compete on the reality television show POPSTARS. Jocelyn impressed both the fans and judges each week with her huge voice and charismatic performances. Her consistent performances got her far in the competition and she sang her way all the way to the final where she finished as a runner up.

 

Her experiences in the spotlight have motivated her to stay on course to realizing her dream of becoming a professional performing artist.  The last few years have been about honing her performance skills, mastering her stage prescence and developing that “edge” that is pure Jocelyn. The Video “Get your clothes On” received the best video award from the Dallas Songwriters Association for 2009.

 

Instrumentation

Jocelyn Alice – Vocals

Andy Bacsalmasi – Bass

Chris Blood – Guitar

Spencer Cheyne – Drums

 

Websites

Official website

MySpace

Facebook

Twitter

 

Discography

Debut CD Coming Soon!

Popularity: 5% [?]

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