Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Sharon Silverstein, Kirtan Event


Kirtan
with Sharon Silverstein and Shakti

Join us for an evening of ecstatic chanting with Sharon Silverstein, a singer/songwriter for the past 25 years and a Yogini for the past 7 years. Sharon combines the ancient mantras with her contemporary musical style to bring the energy of pure joy and happiness to this beautiful sacred tradition.

Kirtan is a call and response repeating of simple mantras that can help people experience freedom from the daily chatter of the mind. The instruments and melody create a vibration meditation that can carry us effortlessly to stillness. No musical experience is needed.

Please listen to the attached file to hear Jagatambe, recorded at the In Balance Center Kirtan event!

Joining Sharon for the evening Kirtan is Shakti:
Marie Soffel: Djembe/Ubang
Joni Knapp: Tabla
Darlene Popkey: Flute/Harmonium

Kirtan at The Yoga Studio
Place: 438 County Raod 513 #2, Victorian Square, Califon, NJ 07830
Date: Saturday, April 4th, 2009
Time: 8:00PM—9:30PM (Vegetarian Pot Luck dinner from 7PM—8PM)
Cost: $5 suggested donation

Friday, March 20, 2009

"Morning Grooves" by Alessandro Bottura (Jazz Artist from Italy)

Jaco Pastorius would be proud to hear the bass chops of jazz artist Alessandro Bottura. His latest record, "Morning Grooves" is a smooth fusion of rock, jazz, and pop instrumentals all rolled into one amazing sound. Bottura's bass playing speaks for itself and is immediately evident right from the opening track, "Out of Sight." His jazz fueled bass runs fly up and down the neck and are nicely driven by some outstanding guitar/drum work. Bottura changes gears a bit and slow things down on "Sweet Tears," which also highlights his staccato playing skills. Any fan of Jaco Pastorius or of virtuoso bass playing will love this album, plus the band behind Bottura is just as exceptional as he.

-Shaun H. and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Brother HijinX" by Brother HijinX (Rock Artist from New York City, New York(NY))

Serving up what they call Atmo-Dub-Funk, Brother HijinX delivers that and much more with their latest CD "Brother HijinX." Their self-titled disc is filled with sounds very familiar to that of 311 and other bands of that genre. The vocal styling of Anthony Robustelli is reminiscent of Red Hot Chili Peppers frontman, Anthony Kiedis (same first name says it all.) Highlights of his vocal tracks can be heard on "Chrome" and "Available." There is also some cool, funky guitar work by John Caban on "Available" as well. One of the great things about this disc is the wide number of top session musicians who played on it. With bassists/drummers who played for Govt. Mule, Black Crowes, Rufus Wainright, and Billy Cobham, how can you be let down? All reggae/rock fans will enjoy this record not only for its songwriting, but also for the amazing musicianship that is featured.

-Shaun H. and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Mother Earth and Father Time" by Trance Fury (Electronica Artist from North Carolina(NC))

Get ready to hit the clubs when you hear "Mother Earth and Father Time" a recently released CD by Trance Fury. The pulsating rhythms and key synth melodies will no doubt put you in your Friday night dance mood. "Mother Earth" and "Painted Desert" are the selections that really get you moving, as they both feature some great beats and tranced-out bass hits. This album stands alone in the trance genre though as Trance Fury gives listeners a taste of some easy listening style numbers-that is if you can even call a trance CD easy listening. Songs like "Your Savior is Coming" and "Carolina Shore" are pulled way back on the tempo scale and also feature some saturated guitar tones. Although "Mother Earth and Father Time" isn't your average 70 minutes of raving trance CD, it is a great disc and will be loved by any fan of the genre.

-Shaun H. and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"God, Love & Mexico" by Game Six (Country Artist from Washington (WA))

The musical duo, Game Six, mixes country music with spiritual themes, tropical, folk, rock, Latin, and jazz sounds on "God, Love & Mexico." Their sound is primarily country, but the choices of instrumentation really throws each song in a different direction. For instance, "Shamrock Bar" has the classic pedal steel sound which is very much associated with country, but it is played more in a Hawaiian/Slack key form with a tropical drum groove underneath. "Bahia de Banderas" is also another unique track that features some eclectic Mexican sounds with a sweet brass section and the occasional Spanish sung vocals. "God, Love & Mexico" is a great CD for any Jimmy Buffet fan as it mixes country with tropical themes throughout.

-Shaun H. and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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Thursday, March 19, 2009

"I Wanna Dream" by Warped Angel (Electronica Artist from Las Vegas, Nevada (NV))

From the city that brought us Wayne Newton and The Killers, Las Vegas' own Warped Angel are back with their newest disc "I Wanna Dream." The band is comprised of singer/songwriter Lisa Chambliss and musician/songwriter Chris Chimo. Together, they have created an album filled with industrial and electro angst. Don't take that last sentence lightly, Chambliss' voice is chocked full of emotion and drive. "We use the power of emotion to write the lyrics and compose the music," says Chambliss and that can easily be heard on the title track "I Wanna Dream." There are also some hints of Nine Inch Nails hardcore tones scattered about this disc. Just listen to songs like "Distance" and "My War" as they ooze that NIN sound. If you are into that Euro/Industrial rock sound, than Warped Angel is a safe bet.

-Shaun H. and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Experienced Zydeco Riders" by E.Z. Riders (Rock Artist from New York (NY))

The blues/rock band, E.Z. Riders, have released a throwback to the days of Humble Pie with their latest effort, "Experienced Zydeco Riders." Their roots are obvious, with raging Steve Marriott guitar riffs and gritty vocal tones reminiscent of early ZZ Top. "Witchy Woman" is by far the best track on the CD and is not an Eagles cover. Instead, it is an E.Z. Riders blues jaunt, filled with Lynyrd Skynyrd style slide guitar playing. That is really what this band and this disc are all about; strong and rocking guitars. If you crave more string bending guitar action, give a listen to songs like "I Should Have Quit You" and "Mean Mistreater" and you will get your fill. "Experienced Zydeco Riders" belongs in the hands of any 70's blues/rock fan.

-Shaun H. and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Inside the Helix" by Mystic & Miranda (Soul/Urban Artist from New York (NY))

R&B gets an upbeat facelift with the fresh sounds of Mystic & Miranda. The duo's latest album, "Inside the Helix," sounds like what Toni Braxton would if she threw in some hip-hop. The hip-hop style is actually the coolest thing about Mystic & Miranda, as what could be just another female fronted R&B disc, is danceable and grooving at the same time. "Crying Game" features some of their finest vocal performances on the album. Together, they complement one another's voices quite well without overstepping each other. The musicality is also a treat as listeners get some good chunks of hip-hop beats and melodies on songs like "Fallin' (Heart is Callin')" and "Just Another Day." Any true hip-hop fan will love "Inside the Helix" as will the old school Janet Jackson lover.

-Shaun H. and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"On the Keys" by Criss Starr (Jazz Artist from Minnesota(MN))

From the opening notes of the track "Ribbon in the Sky," you are instantly hooked in the musical mind of Criss Starr. His latest three-song EP, "On the Keys," is a wonderful compilation of smooth jazz numbers. Releasing the EP may prove to be a smart idea, as many jazz fans will be left with wanting to hear much more from Starr. Just give a listen to the atmospheric track "Break it Down," and you'll be sad there isn't a fourth, fifth or tenth track to listen to. Starr also gives a nod to his Minneapolis native influence Prince, on "Raspberry Beret." It is very clear that Prince has had a large effect on Starr's approach to songwriting, as his music is well flavored with R&B sounds. If you like smooth jazz and deep bass playing, then you have to own a copy of "On the Keys."

Shaun H. and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Check out Ronnie Kelly, one of RadioIndy's favorite Adult Rock artists


Radioindy Artist Spotlight for Ronnie kelly

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Band Name: Ronnie kelly
Band Location: New York
Sounds Like: paddy casy ,paul brady
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Check out SweetJazz55, one of RadioIndy's favorite Jazz artists


Radioindy Artist Spotlight for SweetJazz55

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Band Name: SweetJazz55
Band Location: Maryland
Sounds Like: You call it, I'm doing my own thing
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Check out DeZishun/SHE-KNOW, one of RadioIndy's favorite R&B artists


Radioindy Artist Spotlight for DeZishun/SHE-KNOW

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Band Name: DeZishun/SHE-KNOW
Band Location: New Jersey
Sounds Like: The New Editon and Akon
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Check out JR's Socalypsoreggaeroc/jrsoca, one of RadioIndy's favorite World artists


Radioindy Artist Spotlight for JR's Socalypsoreggaeroc / jrsoca

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Band Name: JR's Socalypsoreggaeroc / jrsoca
Band Location: New Jersey
Sounds Like: Andy Narell / Arrow / Sparrow
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Check out Phil Salamone, one of RadioIndy's favorite Blues artists


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Band Name: phil salamone
Band Location: New York Buffalo
Sounds Like: Coco Montoya
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Check out Dave Foster, one of RadioIndy's favorite Pop artists


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Band Name: Dave Foster
Band Location: Unknown
Sounds Like: The Beatles
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Check out Evan Adamafio, one of RadioIndy's favorite World artists


Radioindy Artist Spotlight for Evan Adamafio

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Band Name: Evan Adamafio
Band Location: New Jersey
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Monday, March 16, 2009

RadioIndy is pleased to present It's Only Us with a GrIndie Award for the CD "Feature Presentation"

RadioIndy is pleased to present It's Only Us with a GrIndie Award for the CD "Feature Presentation"

"Feature Presentation" is an excellent and original New York hip-hop album from brothers Kweku "Gift" and Nana "King Black" Saunderson, who perform under the modest alias It's Only Us. The Saunderson brothers both have strong musical backgrounds, and they lend this knowledge to the musical variety on this album, skillfully fusing a hip-hop foundation with r&b, jazz, techno, reggae, and pop. Both members of It's Only Us deliver great, original, and well-timed hip-hop flows with intelligent and humorous socially-conscious lyrics. The songs feature hot head-bobbing beats, catchy hooks, and great musical diversity throughout. "Feature Presentation" was produced by Amen-Ra Records, and it sounds professional and ready to hit the shelves of record stores everywhere. "Shorty (feat. Saundra Jordan)" has a catchy hook, a great beat, a jazzy trumpet line in the background throughout, and nice lyrical delivery. "Livin' in a Circus" shows It's Only Us' sense of humor with circus music in the background, witty metaphorical lyrics, and a great fun delivery. "Feature Presentation" may very well be the breakthrough album that brings It's Only Us into the mainstream, as their excellent hip-hop flows and original, musically diverse arrangements certainly put them in the category of "Dope". Fans of great New York hip-hop, don't let the name confuse you – It's Only Us is entirely worthy of your time.

-Chris & the RadioIndy.com Review Team
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RadioIndy is pleased to present The Lily Pond Orchestra with a GrIndie Award for the CD "On The Wings Of A Dragonfly"

RadioIndy is pleased to present The Lily Pond Orchestra with a GrIndie Award for the CD "On The Wings Of A Dragonfly"

"On The Wings Of A Dragonfly" is an upbeat ambient new age concept album from The Lily Pond Orchestra. Douglas JP Lee is the orchestrator of The Lily Pond Orchestra, composing and creating all of the instrumental sounds you hear on the album. Lee has a way with formulating a broad concept for an entire album and sticking with it throughout. "On The Wings Of A Dragonfly" is no different as Lee embraces the outdoors and nature with an ode to the emergence of springtime in New England. The result is an upbeat, peaceful, and meditative sound that fully embraces and captures the essence of nature. The album is well-produced and sounds excellent. "Mossy Green and Turquoise" has some great keyboard work that creates a soundtrack to the sprouting of life and if you close your eyes you'll visualize these colors. "Mourning Cloak" is about the subject of inspiration for the entire album, the flapping of a butterfly's wings as it floats slowly away. "On The Wings Of A Dragonfly" is aptly titled, as it makes the listener feel as though they are floating through the springtime. Fans of ambient new age, be sure to pick this one up.

-Chris & the RadioIndy.com Review Team
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RadioIndy is pleased to present Random Song Generator with a GrIndie Award for the CD "RSG-1"

RadioIndy is pleased to present Random Song Generator with a GrIndie Award for the CD "RSG-1"

"RSG-1" is the eclectic and truly original do-it-yourself debut from Random Song Generator. Random Song Generator is Neil Santos, a multi-instrumentalist that has his head around a variety of musical styles and proves it by playing all of the instruments on the album himself. The arrangements are solid and bass heavy, ranging in genre from hip-hop to pop to funk to techno to metal to folk to stoner rock. By sampling all of these genres, Santos goes against the grain and embraces every genre he finds aurally pleasing instead of limiting himself musically. The result is a mixtape of musical diversity, a Random Song Generator, which is entirely enjoyable and musically impressive. His vocals change with the genre, such as quicker deliveries similar to Beck during the "Mellow Gold" and "Odelay" days, rock ballads similar to Ryan Adams, and the distorted rock somewhere between Blur and Foo Fighters. "RSG-1" is well-produced; raw when it sounds better raw, clean when it sounds better clean, and bringing fully to life this incredibly imaginative album. "Just In Love" has a heavy rock sound with a catchy guitar line and backing bass, hip-hop deliveries on the verses and rock vocals on the chorus. "Addicted to Funk" is an impressive funk track with its splashy bass line, good use of synthesizers, and a group vocal on the chorus: "We're addicted to funk/ And we're looking to party, yeah!" With "RSG-1," Neil Santos has really put something interesting together by audibly displaying his knowledge of a variety of genres and laying down the foundation for many "RSG" releases to come. Eclectic music fans in need of a new mixtape should definitely look into Random Song Generator.

-Chris & the RadioIndy.com Review Team
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RadioIndy is pleased to present Mike Koehl with a GrIndie Award for the CD "Working My Way Up To You"

RadioIndy is pleased to present Mike Koehl with a GrIndie Award for the CD "Working My Way Up To You"

"Working My Way Up To You" is a contemporary Christian rock album filled with great songs of devotion from a fantastic musician in Mike Koehl. Mike's vocals highlight the album with his great voice as the foundation and the harmony and layering bringing his talents to new heights. The overall sound of the album is very hip and modern. You'll hear some great innovations, both in the arrangements and in the production. Great care was taken in recording and mixing "Working My Way Up To You" to ensure the optimal spiritual experience while listening to this album, and it sounds top notch. "Jesus Reigns" kicks things off with a great variance in the arrangement and fantastic vocal layering. "Don't Mind the Rain" begins, oddly enough, with a rain track and evolves into a wonderful song with booming backing vocals and a certain southern rock quality. "Soul to Keep" wraps things up nicely with a beautiful piano progression, a little Mellotron, and another memorable vocal performance. With "Working My Way Up To You," Mike Koehl has delivered an album that should establish him as one of the greats in the non-secular music world. Fans of contemporary Christian rock should definitely pick this one up.

-William
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Wednesday, March 11, 2009

"Anything But Love" by Brooksie Wells (Rock/Pop Artist from New York (NY))

Female vocalist/songwriter Brooksie Wells serves up some well-written pop/rock with a touch of blues on her latest album, titled "Anything But Love." Wells' vocals glide through each track with style and grace while delivering crisp and clean clarity. Wells has a talent for writing, as her lyrics are well-composed with meaningful content. Be sure to take note of the dynamic balance between vocals and instruments giving this album a high-quality sound. Look no further for that old school guitar sound on tunes such as "Talk to You" or "Loose End." Feel the bluesy tones of the harmonica on "High Road" while the background vocals balance out this catchy little tune. Fans of Bonnie Raitt or Dixie Chicks won't be disappointed when hearing Brooksie Wells' "Anything But Love," full of pop blended with blues.

-Diane and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Dear Dad Tango" by Soznak (World/Urban Artist from England)

Soznak, a group comprised of multi-ethnic musicians, has released a charming collection of music filled with originality on their latest album "Dear Dad Tango." This group offers a wide assortment of musical instruments ranging from accordion to African drums. The chemistry between the musicians is felt throughout this disc with their high-spirited energy. Feel the horn section on "Tata Y Mama" as the rhythm is bouncy with harmonious lyrics. "Cooking in the Kitchen" is a formula for good music and food while the vocals and wind section take this number up a notch. The title track "Dear Dad Tango" features lyrics that are strong and emotional, while simultaneously describing sentimental values of the loss of a loved one. For listeners who would like to hear a mixture of different types of instruments infused with catchy beats, Soznak's "Dear Dad Tango" is well worth listening to and should definitely be checked out.

-Diane and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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