Wednesday, October 31, 2007
The Pit
Just a quick reminder for some of you that missed it. You can still catch Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
"Runnin' Down A Dream"
a film by Peter Bogdanovich
Thursday, Nov. 1 at 3am
and
Saturday, Nov. 3 at 3pm
(check your local times please)
on the Sundance Channel
The first time I ever went backstage was at a Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers show. They set the standard for me that night. I don't think I have ever met a nicer band, staff or road crew since. To this day I will always remember what a normal, down to earth guy Tom Petty was that day. There was no ego, no attitude...just a guy doing the thing he loved and having a great time doing it! That was many years ago and I don't' think I have missed a Tom Petty show since. There is nothing better than to be at his show and hear everyone singing every song he plays! They're not just singing to a few songs...its every single song he plays... amazing! If I were to be granted a wish to go on tour with any band I wanted... for a month or whatever amount of time... I would be touring with Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers...it's that simple!
Got to run...somewhere I have a " I Love T.P. " tee shirt I must find!
LATER
C
"Runnin' Down A Dream"
a film by Peter Bogdanovich
Thursday, Nov. 1 at 3am
and
Saturday, Nov. 3 at 3pm
(check your local times please)
on the Sundance Channel
The first time I ever went backstage was at a Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers show. They set the standard for me that night. I don't think I have ever met a nicer band, staff or road crew since. To this day I will always remember what a normal, down to earth guy Tom Petty was that day. There was no ego, no attitude...just a guy doing the thing he loved and having a great time doing it! That was many years ago and I don't' think I have missed a Tom Petty show since. There is nothing better than to be at his show and hear everyone singing every song he plays! They're not just singing to a few songs...its every single song he plays... amazing! If I were to be granted a wish to go on tour with any band I wanted... for a month or whatever amount of time... I would be touring with Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers...it's that simple!
Got to run...somewhere I have a " I Love T.P. " tee shirt I must find!
LATER
C
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
The Cult
Ian Astbury/vocals
Billy Duffy/guitar
Chris Wyse/bass
John Tempesta/drums
Time is not usually a friend to the life span of any band or musician. It looks so glorious from the outside but for those who have led this life especially for those who survived the 70's and 80's to be around today is pretty miraculous. Back then the bands were led around on a leash by record companies who's only worry was how much money they could make in the shortest amount of time. The bands toured constantly playing every town where a buck could be made. It was not unusual to see Judas Priest, Iron Maidon, or Van Halen 3 or 4 times in a months time. One of my old roommates reminded me how we complained about having to go see ACDC for the 3rd time in 2 weeks. Yes, I could and should kick myself for that one. This past weekend was my first time to see The Cult....I have waited years for this! The Cult is basically everything I don't usually like in a band. They have attitude...they fight amongst themselves...break up...get back together... break up again...and basically its done their way or it doesn't get done. They do what they want, how they want to do it and I LOVE them for it. They headlined a show which included 5 other bands including Drowning Pool and Stone Sour, so there was a short set list and a shorter time period to get it done. Which was fine I will take what I can get and what I got was everything I ever wanted. A bad ass band with attitude! I dragged those who were with me to the stage since I wasn't sure when this opportunity would come my way again. Finally, there I stood in front of Billy Duffy with Ian Astbury to my left...it just does not get any better. They started off with Dirty Little Rockstar and then played classic after classic after classic! Now no one loves to listen to a singer carry on more than me. I could listen to Steven Tyler's rambling on stage for hours and I will stand mesmerized as Brent Smith of Shinedown will magically bring a crowd to their knees with a single command. There was none of that with Ian Astbury...he spoke only a few time....mentioning how damn cold it was (outside show in October) and some short introductions to the songs. Which is exactly my point, it was all about the music and the music is why I was there. I only wish they could come back through here and play a regular show so I could hear more but I don't think there is much chance of that since its been 6 years since they're last visit to my city. So if you have a chance to see the Cult get your ass up out of your chair and"GO". Who knows when they will tour again. It would be a sin to miss out on Billy Duffy strumming on his guitar and that voice of Ian Astbury! It just doesn't get any better than Ian singing for me!
They're latest CD "Born Into This" came out earlier this month. It is the Cult at their best....straight in your face rock n roll....just how I like it! Check them out at www.myspace.com/cultmusic or http://www.thecult.us/ . Remember they are touring the US through the end of the year. Get your tickets now don't be an idiot and wait 20 years like me. Damn... definitely need my ass kicked!
C
Monday, October 15, 2007
Barleyjuice
Barleyjuice
Celtic/Folk Rock/Rock
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Kyf Brewer
Keith Swanson
Billy Dominick
Jimmy Carbomb
Erick Worthington
Gregor Schroeder
Ah...where to begin? How about if I use one of their own quotes "Six Yanks dedicated to the preservation of fine drikin', fightin', courtin' and sailin' songs of Ireland and Scotland". That should just about say it all and yet there is much more to tell! There is so much diverse talent in these 6 musicians it's almost unfair to all the rest. They have singing/songwriting ability and are capable of playing just about any instrument known to man including bagpipes, fiddles, banjos, whistles, accordion, violin, bodhran, haggis (I have no clue what a haggis is) my favorite mandolins and of course all the usual everyday type of instruments that the rest of us struggle with. Most of all though they are just having a damn good time doing what they're doing and it shows whether in their songs or in their stage performance. This is old hat for some of them including singer Kyf Brewer who has been in the music business for a few years now. He started back in the 80's with the Ravyns (the good old days!) then moved on to Company of Wolves and now he is again enjoying great success with Barleyjuice. Yes, there is still some time to work on some side projects for those of you who have followed his career. Keith Swanson or Swanny,another one of the founding members of the band was Pipe Major of the Loch Rannoch Pipe Band before starting up Barleyjuice a year later. I could go on and on with the individual talent in this band but the truth is if you throw these six guys in a pot, stir it round a bit, you have gold.
They have already done 3 albums starting in 2003 with "One Shilling" followed by "Another Round" and finally giving us "Six Yanks" in 2006. I am told there is some new stuff in the works! We'll let you know about that later!
Below are 5 songs for your listening pleasure including:
"Pretty Wild Bride"
"Whiskey To The Sea"
"Tartan in the Colour"
"Mush Mush"
and my all time favorite"What's Up Yours"!
Be forewarned you will end up singing it for days to come...its OK just go with it...I'm sure the band won't mind.
The band is touring constantly with dates posted on their site through the next year. So put on your kilts...don't tell me you don't own one! Alright you might have to find one...look on the Internet under "kilts" and get down to see the band. I promise you the time of your life, but after all the whiskey and beer I won't promise you that you'll remember it. Just an excuse to do it again!
C
www.myspace.com/barleyjuice
http://www.barleyjuice.com/
Friday, October 12, 2007
Gavin Mikail
Gavin Mikfail
Pop/Rock
Nashville, Tennessee
My question is this! How did this person become so wise at such a young age? While reading his bio I am amazed at how grounded Gavin seems to be within his life and career. I think it takes most musicians a lifetime to achieve this ability. Gavin seems to have it all together though and I have to admit its very refreshing! So let me tell you a little bit about this boy.
Gavin Mikhail began his musical career at the ripe old age of seven with classical piano and the pipe organ. He would later graduate from Purdue with a degree in finance only to decide to follow a career in music instead. Good choice considering in 2006 he sold over 10,000 Cd's and had 30,000 downloads internationally without the support of a record label. In late 2006 he signed with Trolley Bus Records, a Japanese label and his latest CD "Like Normal People Do" was release. He is married ladies and with the birth of his daughter he just seems to have it all and most importantly he knows it! What makes this all even better is that the man is truly talented. Which is something you need to check out for yourself. He has a few songs up on his website "Brave", "Fight the Sky" and "Days Gone By" and a acoustic version of "Not Enough" plus there is a small introduction by Gavin himself. Gavin will tell you that he spends most of his time writing and playing his music and telling himself that he will never be a rock star. I have news for you though Gavin...your well on your way to stardom in more ways than one.
C
Check him out at www.myspace/gavinmikhail.com
Candice Clark
Candice ClarkPop/Rock/Indie
Mason, Ohio
We've had an overwhelming amount of request from singers, songwriters and musical groups of all kinds, from across the world to check out their sites and their music. So to begin with here are just a few from the United States that we thought you might find interesting. Lets get started with the ladies.
Candice Clark is a aspiring young singer/songwriter out of Mason, Ohio. Don't be fooled into thinking she's one of those Brittney/ Lindsey deals....she's not. If I had to categorize her, which I hate doing, I'd have to say she's more similar to Kelly Clarkson. She started singing at the age of seven and soon decided that's what she wanted to do with her life. I think she made the right decision.
She recently released her first CD titled "Let Go". Being such a multi talented girl she sings all the vocals including backup and plays a half dozen instruments or more.
I like all her tracks but "Let Me Be"
is probably my favorite right now.
Other songs include:
"Too Good To be True"
"Tell Me Why"
"Livin For Today"
Yes Candice, we think you have what it takes... as long as you stay off that pop princess path...it's too steep a path for those who choose to wear 3 inch heals. Check out her myspace page at www.myspace.com/candiceclarkmusic or her web page at www.candiceclark.com/ . Let me know what you think but I'm sure you'll agree she's worth listening too.
C
Tuesday, October 9, 2007
The Pit
Just a few quick words of wisdom for a Tuesday morning.
Today is the release of Kid Rock's "Rock and Roll Jesus" and Alter Bridge's "Blackbird"!!!! I have "Blackbird" blaring in the stereo as we speak and "yes" I am one happy girl! More on Alter Bridge later this week.
Already out this week (my guilty pleasure) The Cult with "Born Into This". This is classic Cult, my eardrums are ringing...but who cares!
Also this Saturday, October 13th is the official release of "Stay Down" from the Federation of Horsepower, one of the American Beer Drinking Club's friends. Congratulations to them!
One last piece of info for you...Sixx AM is in the #11 spot on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks with "Life is Beautiful". Much deserved!
Later....
C
Click on the ITunes button next to the song to pick it up today!
The Cult "Dirty Little Rockstar"
Altered Bridge "Blackbird"
Today is the release of Kid Rock's "Rock and Roll Jesus" and Alter Bridge's "Blackbird"!!!! I have "Blackbird" blaring in the stereo as we speak and "yes" I am one happy girl! More on Alter Bridge later this week.
Already out this week (my guilty pleasure) The Cult with "Born Into This". This is classic Cult, my eardrums are ringing...but who cares!
Also this Saturday, October 13th is the official release of "Stay Down" from the Federation of Horsepower, one of the American Beer Drinking Club's friends. Congratulations to them!
One last piece of info for you...Sixx AM is in the #11 spot on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks with "Life is Beautiful". Much deserved!
Later....
C
Click on the ITunes button next to the song to pick it up today!
The Cult "Dirty Little Rockstar"
Altered Bridge "Blackbird"
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