“Fragile” by Bo Ramsey (Rock artist from Iowa (IA))

"Fragile" by Bo Ramsey is an excellent Americana, folk rock CD full of tracks that paint vivid pictures around Bo's excellent songwriting. Bo's deep, raspy vocals nicely stand out in the mix and softly, yet effectively deliver the powerful lyrics on this CD. As you would expect from an artist with Bo's impressive credentials, this CD is totally pro in musicianship and production. The music features Bo's outstanding, yet subtle guitar work. The production nicely layers the instrumentation to provide a rich, deep sound. The tracks that we checked out have an ambience of a smoke-filled room and a man who has been there and done that. "Tell Me Now" features some nice electric guitar licks, and a powerful, visual lyrical message that paints a gloomy picture. "Burn It Down" features an interesting tremolo guitar sound, outstanding songwriting and a passionate vocal performance that effectively delivers the strongly visual lyrics. If you enjoy Americana and/or adult folk rock, and the work of master songwriters, you'll enjoy this CD.

-Lea P. and the RadioIndy Reviewer Team
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“Duo What You Feel” by Natural Facts (Blues artist from Ohio (OH))

"Duo What You Feel" by Natural Facts is a jazz/blues CD with an enjoyable, mellow groove. The production and performances on the CD are extremely impressive. The compositions give a look into the feelings and actions of life today. This is a CD that nicely blends classic soul, blues, and jazz. The tracks we checked out had no percussion, which gave them a very interesting and enjoyable mellow feel. The vocals have a good tone and pitch, and the guitar and harmonica work is impressive. "Good Intentions" features an excellent guitar intro and enjoyable, mellow-toned vocalist. "Phone Up to My Face" is a track with relevant lyrics that will resonate with most of us. "On Stand By" is an upbeat number with cool guitar and bass grooves and memorable songwriting. If you enjoy jazz and blues, and are looking for a good CD with which to chill out and enjoy life, check out this CD..

-Lea P. and the RadioIndy Reviewer Team
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“The Best Years” by Bryan Gorsira (Soft Rock/Folk artist from Virginia (VA))

"The Best Years" by Bryan Gorsira is a contemporary, adult folk rock CD that is filled with a pleasant, gentle ambience and positive, loving messages about life and love. On "The Best Years" Bryan gives tribute to special relationships between those who choose to share a lifetime together. This album seems to have something for almost everyone. It has a mellow quality throughout but with a lot of variety. As a songwriter Bryan shines. He portrays the feelings of life in a way that gives each of us a peek into who we are and into our own life and experiences. Bryan's outstanding, relevant songwriring is nicely embodied in the talents of the excellent vocalists and musicians featured on the CD. "New World" celebrates love and romance and the joys of having a child. "Caught" features an especially noteworthy female vocal performance and a quite acoustic/piano arrangement that has a Kate Bush quality to it with a harmony-filled chorus. "Love is Pain" has a strong rock groove, effective male vocals, and cool harmonica riffs. If you enjoy adult contemproary/rock music that exudes family values and real-life experiences, you will enjoy this CD.

-Lea P. and the RadioIndy Reviewer Team
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“Last Girl On Earth” by Deni Bonet (Rock/Folk artist from New York City, New York (NY))

"Last Girl On Earth" by Deni Bonet is an adult contemporary rock CD featuring a strong female giving a strong message to the world. Front and center on the CD is Deni's songwriting and her impressive violin work. Deni's songwriting is full of strong thoughts and emotions along with clever and witty lyrics, and catchy choruses. The musicianship and recording quality of the CD is extremely high, and the result of an all-star cast surrounding Deni. "How Far Can I Push You," a duet with the folksinger and author John Wesley Harding, features a strong rock groove with effective, fast-moving lyrics in the verses, and a memorable chorus with catchy chord progressions. With "Word Up," Bonet and well-known girl group BETTY take the R&B classic and give it a funky, feminized twist. "Don't Turn Away from Love" nicely builds to a memorable chorus, and features an oustanding horn counterpart. If you enjoy excellent adult rock songwriting filled with wit, maturity, intelligence, and outstanding musicianship, check out this CD.

-Lea P. and the RadioIndy Reviewer Team
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"7 Spirituelle Lieder" by Peter Bayreuther (Spiritual/World artist from Germany)

"7 Spirituelle Lieder" by Peter Bayreuther is a very intriguing collection of spiritual tunes in honor of the Indian Bhajan tradition. These songs have a strong chant-like quality to their composition. "Göttlich" is very conducive to the sing-along energy found throughout this CD, and features a strong chorus of male and female vocals with a backdrop of interesting world instrumentation. In listening to "IchBinStark," one can feel Peter's joyous energy and the strong percussive groove of this track. Adding to the cultural appeal of this album is the diverse percussive instruments and drum arrangements. Vocally, the chorus-like chants are very spiritual and transcendental. Moreover, the musical backdrops of these tunes are very relaxing and reflect interesting compositions of native instruments. Fans of world music will enjoy this eclectic fusion of cultures.

-Lea P. and the RadioIndy Reviewer Team
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"Revolution Not a Revival" by Thomas McClary (Spiritual artist from Florida (FL))

"Revolution Not a Revival" by Thomas McClary is an upbeat pop album that exhibits a very diverse array of influences. The most prominent are gospel, R&B and urban. But this is certainly only the beginning with this very diverse album. There are subtle hints of Latin, house, blues, rock and electronica as well. Overall, the album is very well-produced and radio-ready. The arrangements are creative and filled with depth. The vocals are are tight with lots of layers and heavenly harmonies. Moreover, there is a very appealing, upbeat, and soulful vibe throughout the entire album. Highlights include "Put Em in Da Sky," which contains one of many great hooks, a club feel and great vocal performances all around. "I'll Serve You" is as smooth as silk and full of soul. "Yours for the Asking" is a definite sing-along with more great vocal performances. If you like Lionel Ritchie and Usher, this is one CD you do not want to miss.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Just Stay With Me Tonight" by Maria Dangell (Pop artist from Germany)

"Just Stay With Me Tonight" is the latest single brought to you by dance artist Maria Dangell. Get ready to kick off the summer with this one - it's perfect for that summer pool party. The song is highly danceable, and Maria's deep, uniquely-toned vocals give the song passion and fervor. The arrangement is lively and well-layered. Moreover, this tune includes a delightful dose of Latin flavors. These elements, mixed with a deep-house-beat, airy synths, a rolling bass line and subtle horns, make for a pretty big sound. The dance floor will certainly be moving and hearts will be pumping to this one. Brought to a wrap with professional production, this one is a must-hear. If you like Gloria Estefan and Jennifer Lopez, you'll enjoy this one.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"East Wind" by Timothy Cooper (Instrumental artist from Washington DC)

Solo Pianist Timothy Cooper brings you "East Wind," an album of deep concept and delicate intimacy. Mr. Cooper has deep convictions about music and truly enjoys the piano's ability to take you to a different place. The sound and arrangements are vast, weightless and deep. The album is great whether you are looking to relax, or tune up your mind. Timothy is an accomplished player and one can surely appreciate his attention to detail. Highlights are "East Wind", making you believe that there are oceans in the desert with its wet, yet dry sound. "Bird Flight" is a beautiful progression and is very uplifting. "Bamboo Forest" is quite dramatic and brooding, but seems to fit into the mix. If you like solo piano compositions and music fit for relaxation and retrospect, you'll love this wonderfully-produced collection.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Lord Show Me Your Glory" by Elder Oscar W. Richardson Jr. and the BB Cogic Mass Choir (Spiritual artist from Louisiana (LA))

"Lord Show Me Your Glory" by Elder Oscar W. Richardson Jr. and the BB Cogic Mass Choir is a powerful, contemporary gospel album with much diversity. Praise and worship are the focus of the music and the band gives you a mix of musical vessels to chose from. From high energy gospel numbers to traditional classic Christian numbers, the album is nice mix of spiritual tracks. The vocals are solid with a very powerful and inspirational choir as the foundation. The arrangements are proper and the overall sound quality is quite good. Highlights are "He Is Worthy" with a very strong vocal performance and a beautiful piano progression. "Love Lifted Me" will take you back a few years to the classic days of gospel. It has another outstanding vocal performance as well. "Look Where the Lord Has Brought Me From" and "I Feel God Stretching Out in Me" are high energy clap-along tracks. If you enjoy contemporary gospel and powerful gospel choirs, you'll enjoy this one.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Jupiter Exotic" by Paul Sea (Hip Hop/Rap artist from British Columbia, Canada)

"Jupiter Exotic" by Paul Sea is an innovative space funk chill album with a little hip-hop and a lot of other styles mixed together. The overall sound is unique to say the least. The foundation, for the most part, consists of alien voice sounding synths with heavy industrial and trance type sounds. Throw a few classic hip-hop beats, claps and flows into the mix and you've arrived at the creative sound of this CD. The production value is also very good. Certainly radio ready. Highlights are "Drug of Choice" with a guest appearance by Thirstin Howl the 3rd and some Rick James vocal samples: This one is a club thumper. "All My Love" is dark and mysterious with a bubbly bass line and creepy vocal effects. "Love You" features Roger Troutman's strong vocal performance and an "out there" arrangement. If you enjoy innovative music that fuses styles, you'll enjoy this CD. [Explicit]

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Suburban Nightmare Special Edition" by Khevlar (Hip Hop artist from Washington (WA))

"Suburban Nightmare Special Edition" by Khevlar is clever Hip-Hip with a little humor and a little street sense. What makes this album is the delivery. Khevlar's style and wit are the forefront. With that said, the production is very good as well. The beats are tight, with a mix of old and new school synths and samples. There is also no shortage of guest artists on this album and you get a lot of material with 19 tracks. Finally, the lyrics on these tracks are clever, and the choruses are strong and memorable. Highlights are "Make It Right" with it's big beat and fluid vocal delivery. Props to the guests on this one too. "Breakh Yo Backh" is just dirty enough and has some cool fills. The title track "Suburban Nightmare" is intense with a cool arrangement and eerie string samples. If you enjoy Eminem, you'll enjoy this CD. (EXPLICIT AND ADULT CONTENT)

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Nostalgia" by Hopalong (Classical/Acoustic artist from Mexico)

"Nostalgia" by Hopalong is a delicate and cinematic classical album with jazz and latin undertones. The album lends itself well to movie score as the arrangements play to mood and emotion. The production value is excellent. It's mixed well and sounds great. The arrangements are subtle and appropriate for the concept. The sound is largely based around classical guitar and is "acoustic" for the most part. Highlights include "What Are You Doing the Rest of Your Life?", which features some fine guitar work and smooth trumpet. "Infancia Y Juventud" features a nice guitar progression and heartfelt solo violin. "You Must Believe in Spring" is bluesy with great electric guitar work. If you enjoy beautiful instrumental music, or are looking for soothing music to give you a pleasant background as you work, you'll enjoy this CD.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Light On The Water" by Timothy Cooper (Instrumental artist from Washington DC)

"Light On The Water" by Timothy Cooper is a solo piano album with a peaceful state of mind. Mr. Cooper has a very long resume and certainly brings his best to this piece of work. The album's concept is for an oceanic feel, and the mission is accomplished. One can almost hear the sound of the ocean even though it's not there. The arrangements are very strong and the musicianship is superior. The sound quality is very clear. Highlights include "Rising," a very dramatic piece that still manages to adhere to the concept. The title track "Light on the Water" is uplifting and the twinkly arrangement will bring a smile to your face. "Solstice" has a bit of oddity in it and is very noble. If you enjoy beautiful meditative music and solo piano, you'll enjoy this one.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Here's Love" by Liz Allen Hope (Jazz Artist from Georgia(GA))

"Here's Love" by Liz Allen Hope is an inspirational smooth jazz album driven by Liz's soulful R&B vocals. Together with her saxophonist/flautist husband Paul Hope, Liz brings you a classic contemporary sound and soothing vocal melodies. The arrangements are complementary to Liz's outstanding and soothing vocals, and very relaxing. With a band of seasoned veterans, this album is truly solid. The professional production allows the fine instrumentation to nicely cut through in the recording. Highlights are "You Can't Run From Love" with a great hook and sweet backing vocals. "Escalady" is not only Liz's nickname, it is a grooving little Samba. "I've Got Something For You" features some beautiful guitar work, a strong vocal performance and a catchy chorus. If you enjoy smooth jazz and artists such as Sade and Anita Baker, you'll enjoy this CD.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

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"Love, Life & Soul" by Dane Riley (R&B Artist from Washington D.C.(DC))

"Love, Life & Soul" by Dane Riley is a funk, R&B album with a smooth and silky style. The songs are all upbeat and very danceable. The vocals are intimate with tremendous sex appeal. The style and quality of Dane's voice is very reminiscent of Prince. There is a delicacy about this classic 80's sound. Lots of classic synths. Overall it's a fun dance, party album. Highlights are "Together" with a soulful vocal performance, quirky arrangement and a thick beat. "I Am The DJ" features some cool rhythms and styles. "Lift You Up" is super funkified with a grooving bass line. If you enjoy Prince, give this excellent CD a listen.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

 

 

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"Bobby Thomas" by Bobby Thomas (Spiritual Artist from Illinois(IL))

This self titled double CD brought to you by Bobby Thomas is filled with straight from the heart, lyric-driven songs. It is spiritual by nature and speaks of truth and faith. It is quite relaxing to listen to. Bobby's voice is soothing and his harmonic acoustic guitar progressions relate well to his voice. The musicianship and production value is very good. The vocals are very intimate and the guitar sounds great. Highlights are "The World as It Is," with prolific lyrics and a great sing-along quality. "Cephas' Song" features a strong vocal performance and nice guitar work. "Guard Your Heart" has a nice offbeat guitar rhythm and unique colors in the changes. If you like spiritual acoustic Music, you'll enjoy this one.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

 

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"Baba Farid" by Fanna-fi-allah (Spiritual Artist from California(CA))

"Baba Farid" by Fanna-fi-allah is a traditional Pakistani Qawwali album with very passionate tracks and a very spiritual energy. The arrangements, although traditional by nature, have a haunting element to them. The music has an expected Middle Eastern flavor to it, but with a little eeriness thrown into the mix to give the music a unique flavor. The players are all on their marks and the vocals are soulful. Highlights are "Allah Muhammad Chaar Yaar" with some great brass and accordian work. "Dam Dam Karo Farid" features some haunting Oud work and works its way into some joyful rhythms. "Ganj-e-Shakar" features fine Sitar work and a unique vocal performance. If you like Qawwali music, or checking out new world music, you'll enjoy this album.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

 

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“He’s My Cup” by David Bruce Whitley (Spiritual Artist from Germany)

"He's My Cup" by David Bruce Whitley brings an enjoyable contemporary style to a faith-based CD. David's beautiful vocals are at the forefront of this CD, and are nicely complemented by strong back up singers. David's voice and music has a way of touching the soul's feelings and bringing joy to the heart. The music is thoughtfully written and artfully delivered with lyrics that deliver a positive faith-filled message. The overall production and musicianship are excellent on this CD as well. On "Come Take My Hand" David gives a gentle reassurance of the closeness of his music to faith. "One World" builds to a catchy chorus with nice resolution. "From the Heart" and "I Can Only Be Me" are beautiful balads that show David's versatility and range as a vocalist. The title track has a nice groove, tasteful backing vocals, and strong faith-based lyrics that are a signature of this CD. If you enjoy contemporary spiritual music you'll enjoy this excellent offering of love and faith.

-Lea P. and the RadioIndy Reviewer Team
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"Wake Up The Dead" by Neil Robertson (Rock Artist from Victoria, Australia)

"Wake Up The Dead" by Neil Robertson is an excellent acoustic-based adult rock CD. Neil's songwriting is at the front of the list of the many admirable qualities of this CD, Neil's lyrics are clever and relevant, and his melodies are memorable and catchy. The musicianship and Neil's vocals are very good, and the band is tight. The production is clean, and well-suited for Neil's songwriting style, nicely mixing rock, pop and folk. " Rocking Down My Road" builds to a memorable, harmony-filled chorus, and features excellent lyrics. "Goodness Gracious" effectively adds harmonica and banjo to the mix to give the song more depth. "Change The World" is one of our favorite tracks, with relevant lyrics and an excellent build from nice acoustic verses to a harmony and hook-filled chorus. If you enjoy folk rock singer-songwriters, you'll enjoy this CD.

-RadioIndy Reviewer Team

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"Shadow on the Moon" by Phyllis Brock (Country Artist from Colorado(CO))

"Shadow on the Moon" by Phyllis Brock is a Folk Rock album with a taste of country. Filled with beautiful melodies and intimate vocals, this album will keep you in a relaxed, pleasant state of mind. The vibe is positive and lyrics inspiring. You'll also hear some nice accompaniment and fine musicianship behind the singer. And if you like a classic Country voice, Phyllis' voice is it. Highlights are "Where Only We Can Go," which sets the tone of the album nicely with a lovely vocal performance and nice harmonies. "Shadow on the Moon" is a bluesy number with more great vocal harmony. "I Dreamed I Danced with Willie Nelson" is a fun little number with some very Willie-esque guitar work. If you enjoy folk rock and discovering excellent female vocalists, you'll enjoy this CD.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

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"Sufi Sama" by Rizwan Muazzam (World Artist from California(CA))

"Sufi Sama" by Rizwan Muazzam is a classical Qawwali recording, that captures the experience of a Pakistani mehfil (concert). Music of this style is very spiritual by nature and so goes the story with this double CD set. The chants are very powerful and the arrangements are of a traditional nature. It is heavily percussive, with some great Tabla work. The experience is everything with this album. If you are looking to channel energy through music, this is a great way to do it. Highlights are "Kali Kamalia," with a steady rhythm and great accordian work. "Dare Sarkar" has an eerier feel to it and features haunting chants. "Ako Faridi" picks up the pace a bit and has some great Tabla work. If you like Classical Qawwali, you will enjoy this CD.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

 

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“Necromanscer” by Government Overdose Department (Classical Artist from United Kingdom)

"Necromanscer" by the Government Overdose Department is a creative and unusual mix of classical piano and deep, experimental vocals. The CD is a delightful yet unusual presentation of many well known classics from several countries. The piano work on the CD is clearly the work of an accomplished musician. The vocal style adds the uniqueness and creativity to the CD, since the vocals appear to be intended to create a more experimental/alternative flavor to the classic piano sound. This results in a unique combination that proves an innovative combination. The lyrics on the tracks are very humorous in places. "Ol Man River" is an old American classic most children learn or at least have heard in elementary school. "Caro Mio Ben" a presentation in the original language. The orchestral opening in "Droop Not Young Lover" is very typical for the period piece making one see the time of King Henry the V111. The simple piano in the opening of "Pupil Le Nere" again gives the 16th or 17th century feel. If you enjoy unusual and creative combinations of music, especially those with a classical aspect to them, you'll enjoy this CD.

-L. Plumier and the RadioIndy Reviewer Team
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"Global Citizen" by Jamallad (World Artist from Hawaii(HI))

"Global Citizen" by Jamallad is a very impressive peace driven Reggae album with Afro pop and World elements. The tone of the album is highly positive and is a celebration of life. The arrangements are very active, especially the bass lines, and there are some nice harmonies courtesy of the songbird-esque backup singers. Jamallad's voice has a great throaty quality to it and fronts the talented band very effectively. The songs all have an identity with a strong rock presence from time to time. Highlights are "In The Now," with a big island feel, grooving rhythms and an intent for a good time. The title track "Global Citizen" features the previously mentioned rock element, with a punchy beat and cool changes. "War No More" has some fun synth horns and a fantastic performance by the backup singers. If you like Bob or Ziggy Marley, you'll like this one.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

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"Sundayz Child" by Sundayz Child (Rock Artist from New York City, New York(NY))

The self-titled release by Sundayz Child is an adult alternative album that demonstrates superb songwriting and highly appealing musicianship. "This Side of Paradise" is extremely catchy and displays the cute and memorable lyrics that give this CD so much appeal. This song also showcases this band's amazing vocals, which excell in all areas – tone, control, pitch, performance, harmonies, and arrangements. Moreover, "Say Goodbye" and "Hop on the Train" are reminiscent of the Beatles-style of well-phrased poetic lyrics set to simple memorable tunes. Song after song, Sundayz Child holds listeners captive to their expressive, highly emotional, and energetic sound. It is no wonder these musicians are in great demand by some of the excellent top name performers of today. To top things off, this CD is produced with the utmost care and quality. This is another musical experience too good to miss.

-Lea PlumierL. Plumier and the RadioIndy Reviewer Team
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"The Fortune Teller" by Too Slim and The Taildraggers (Rock Artist from Washington(WA))

"The Fortune Teller" by Too Slim and The Taildraggers is a dirty alternative rock album with a flavorful southern flair. The songs tell stories and the guitars are big and raunchy. The sound has an instant listen-ability, and you will find yourself singing along to the well-layered choruses. These guys don't just stick to the basics though. Each song has its own unique identity, personality, and instrumental variance. All the while, the band still manages to adhere to a 'signature sound' throughout. Highlights include "Mexico," with its standout lead and backup vocals, and its interesting and innovative addition of steel drums. "She Gives Me Money" features a fantastic slide guitar riff and nice throaty vocals. "Spell On Me" has a catchy beat, more good slide guitar and a slithery feel. If you like Creedence Clearwater Revival and Stevie Ray Vaughan, you'll like this one.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

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"Disco Cowboy" by Johnny D (Country Artist from Georgia(GA))

"Disco Cowboy" by Johnny D is a heck of a lot of fun, to say the least. This hybrid of country, disco and blues is on it's way to being a party favorite. Every song on this album has a tremendously energetic vibe. The grooves are thriving. The arrangements are creative and keep you on your toes. Most importantly, every aspect of this CD works well together - even the cheesy pet sounds! Bottom line is this - this album will get you up off the couch and moving to its grooves. Our favorites include the title track, "Disco Cowboy," a classic Disco track that includes every disco element in the book. "Night in the County Jail" is a soulful, bluesy ball of fun with an alley-cat-kind-of flair. Furthermore, "Sugar Daddy Shakedown" features some fun lyrics and a guest female vocalist. If you like party music, country, and blues, this CD is for you!

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

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"Silvery Light" by DJ Nagual (Electronic Artist from Italy)

"Silvery Light" by DJ Nagual is a high fashion dance album that is both mysterious and unique. The sound is deep and whispery with pulsy rhythms and nice layers. Production-wise, this album is well-mixed and radio-ready. One key to dance music is to be interestingly repetitive, and this album achieves this goal quite well. The compositional changes are unique and not too overbearing.You'll hear a lot of 'old-school' drum machines and sequences that are both vintage and innovative. Overall, the album has a consistently vibrant and energetic vibe. Highlights include "Talk of Reason," which asserts a thick beat, nice variations, and cool changes. "Silken Flame" has some very cool percussive elements and a high level of intensity. Moreover, "Fine Line" features some nice layering and a powerful driving rhythm. If you like ambient, lounge, and dance music, you'll enjoy this one.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

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"Two Needles and Six Wires" by Six Wires (Spiritual Artist from Japan)

The self titled "Two Needles and Six Wires" is an experimental and largely improvisational Avant Garde album brought to you by the Japanese duo of Takahiro Inoue and DJ Jet Sonic. The sounds of nature is a big influence in this piece of work. That is about the only normal thing about it. The ride is a wild one with crazy burping guitar sounds, freakish electronic arrangements and an overall disturbed tone. It's kind of like they took extremely pleasant sounds and threw them into a nightmare. Pretty fun if you ask me. Highlights are "Green" with detuned electric guitar over a soundscape, sounding like some strange animal. "Underground" is full of that burping guitar and slippery synths. "Time" features distorted bubble synths and "out there" bluesy guitar. If you like Experimental and Improvisational music, give this one a go.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

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"A Blue Image" by What's Eating Gilbert Grape (Rock Artist from Southwest England)

"A Blue Image" by What's Eating Gilbert Grape is an aggressive alternative rock album with a touch of art rock. The songs feature beautiful melodies, interesting progressions and very good musicianship. The album has a cool vibe about it and the sound is a nice blend of classic alternative and bit of the new. The band is tight and the vocals are hauntingly mesmerizing (think Perry Ferrell). Highlights are "I'm Always," a high energy song with some wicked drumming, big guitar riffs and a cool bass line. "Ten Years" features some cool experimental guitar work, nice melodies and more tight drum work. "Twisted Magnolia" opens with a cool bass line and sitar like guitar, evolving into a beautifully layered and innovative tune. If you enjoy alternative rock or psychedelic flavor, you'll enjoy this CD.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

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“I Wonder To Myself” by Bob Long and Keith Miller (Blues Artist from United Kingdom)

"I Wonder To Myself" by Bob Long and Keith Miller is an authentic collection of old time blues tracks. This is a delightful and original rendition of old favorites. The vocals and use of guitar, harmonica, kazoo and jug give the CD that wonderfully delightful flavor of years ago when music gave the color of early America. The musicians are talented, and vocals are clear and sharp and have the feel of the era. The simple production of the mainly acoustic instruments on this CD, and mostly single-take recording is a perfect fit for the songs on this CD. Tommy Johnson's lyrics in "I Wonder To Myself" gives the common themes of the time (1929) when transportation was much slower. This song also gives hints of the racial problems of the era. The acoustic guitar, harmonica and kazoo musical accompaniment provide an outstanding musical landscape for this song. "Me and the Devil Blues" features an innovative harp sound that makes the impressive harp solo even more effective. "I Couldn't Help It" is a nice glimpse into the highlights of this CD, with a nice acoustic guitar groove, effective 2-part harmony vocals and scorching harmonica riffs. This CD is an excellent selection for the blues lover or for the collector of authentic music of American history.

-Lea & The RadioIndy Team
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“Maria Manna” by Maria (Jazz Artist from British Columbia, Canada)

"Maria Manna" is a wonderful display of Maria's sensuous vocals on some great standards. This is a gentle and versatile presentation of old standards. Using variety of tempo and interpretation with the songs of a simpler age gives this CD a special quality. Maria's vocal talents shine through on the CD, and are nicely accompanied by exceptional back-up musicians. The piano and sax interlude on "Candy" add much to the mood of moonlight and flowers. The upbeat and syncopated jazz style of "Bye Bye Blackbird" nicely accentuates the talent of this remarkable vocalist and the accompanying musicians. From jazz, to the Latin rhythms and sensual love songs displayed on this CD, the musical variety makes the CD more interesting from a listener's perspective, and demonstrates the impressive flexibility and versatility of Maria's vocals. If you enjoy listening to beautiful renditions of old classics on a romantic evening, this is a perfect CD to add to your collection.

 -L. Plumier and the RadioIndy Reviewer Team
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“Xtacy” by Madison X (Hip-Hop Artist from Tennessee(TN))

"Xtacy" by Madison X is an attention-grabbing collection of energetic and highly dancable hip-hop tunes. Bangin' beats, catchy musical leads, and free-flowing lyrical arrangements lay the foundation of this very memorable album. One of the most appealing aspects of this CD is the poetic and skillful rhymes used to tackle topics like street life, money, and sex appeal. The lyrically autobiographical "It's Showtime" stands out, in that it provides a clear example of Madison X's noncompromising, straighforward, and down-to-earth rapping style. "Kill Myself" shines with its more mellow instrumental composition and Madison X's rapid-fire rapping. Moreover, "Cover Girl" flaunts a very contagious rhythm and percussion arrangement, and introduces a memorable female-sung chorus. With solid and creative production. There is no question that this CD is ready for the airwaves and the dance-floor. Fans of Eminem and Lil' Wayne will find a ton of new favorites on "Xtacy." (Explicit Lyrics)

-Xavier P. and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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“Recovery It was-It is” by Kenny K (Spiritual/Christian artist from Florida (FL))

"Recovery It was-It is" by Kenny K is a CD with meaningful lyrics and an tropical folk sound reminiscent of Jimmy Buffet. The lyrics are simple and heartfelt. Some tracks on "Live and Let Live" give the simple lesson that no man is truly alone, that there is always someone out there just like you. There is a spiritual message to those who have or are recovering from substance abuse. The folky tropical style with harmonica fills, gives an upbeat feel to the music. Some of the tracks on the CD are humorous and some are sad, but each is unique. "Whiskey Down The Drain" has a nice build to a strong chorus, and includes humorous lyrics and a traditional country sound. "Happy Joyous and Free" nicely combines serious lyrics with an upbeat tropical folk sound. "How She Cried" has a strong Johnny Cash feel to it, which works well with Kenny's vocals. If you enjoy tropical folk music of artists like Jimmy Buffet, or can relate to substance abuse recovery, this is an excellent CD to check out.

-Lea & The RadioIndy Team
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"Soul Collective" by Bradley Leighton (Jazz artist from California (CA))

"Soul Collective" by Bradley Leighton is a smooth jazz fusion album with groove and an upbeat flair. The arrangements are solid and very active. There is quite a lot going on in every song and yet it all comes together. The musiciansship throughout is outstanding. The sax and flute work in particular on this album really stand out, playing quite well off each other. The production on the CD gives an excellent classic smooth jazz sound. Highlights are "Cafe' Con Leche" with Latin elements in the percussion and a vibe that makes you feel like you are walking on clouds. "Ode to Billy Joe" has a funky bassline, mellow flute and nice accentual elements. "Undercover" is one of the strongest arrangements and features some fantastic guitar work. If you enjoy smooth jazz and listening to outstanding jazz musicians, you'll love this CD.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Si Se Puede" by Herman Rodriguez (Latin artist from California)

"Si Se Puede" is a Traditional Mariachi single brought to you by Herman Rodriguez. Known mostly for Ranchero style ballads, the artist brings his views on the struggle of Immigrants in America to the table in this song. This "Corrido" has a warm and inviting melody and makes you feel right at home. Senor Rodriguez gives a strong and heartfelt vocal performance through waves of beautiful horns and fiddle. Regardless of your views on this subject, this is a wonderfull song. The B Side "San Jose de Mesillas" will get you on the dance floor with wailing horns, a bumping rhythm and and overall sense of fun. If you enjoy traditional Mexican music, you'll enjoy this CD.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

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"Work In Progress...." by Antagònics (Rock artist from Spain)

"Work In Progress...." by Antagonics is a Spanish alternative rock album that combines a gritty punk sound with beautiful, catchy melodies. The sound of this band is unique in that it draws its power from both rebellion and sensitivity. Some songs are purely edgy and rebellious in nature, while others lean more toward the emo side of the rock spectrum. The arrangements are solid and air-tight, with interesting changes and creative progressions. The vocals are best described as 'just right' - well delivered and well paced. The opener, "Obre Els Ulls," stands out as an in-your-face dirge with a strong classic punk sound. The vocals are angry, and so are the guitars. "Rebel" takes a different approach with a driving rhythm, nice piano progression, and a heartfelt vocal performance. "Freedom" opens with drums and a creepy guitar swell, quickly turning into a real fist-pumper. If you like Pixies or Rage Against the Machine, you'll enjoy this CD.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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“Class Act” by Kasi Calvin (Country Artist from Florida(FL))

"Class Act" by Kasi Calvin is an emotional and raw mix of contemporary blues and rock tracks. Kasi's raspy vocal style, nicely complements his emotional, storyteller-type lyrics about his real life experiences. The CD gives a good variety of style and is versatile in lyrics and use of instruments. The guitar and vocal on "Ballad of Ms. Bates" gives a glimpse of forbidden love. The displaced message in "Too Tired To Drink" lets the listener touch the sadder side of life. There is a nice use of the cello and violin on the "Count To Three" that effectively complement Kasi's simple, sweet lyrics that give a contemporary look at love and family. If you enjoy emotional, raw singer-songwriter recordings, you'll enjoy this CD.

-Lea & The RadioIndy Team

 

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"Dreams In Cold Weather" by Tracy Johnson (Pop Artist from California(CA))

Tracy Johnson's album "Dreams In Cold Weather" is a collection of high-energy, upbeat, "Girl Power" fueled songs. Tracy's wonderful voice and lyrics are fun and filled with lovable angst. The arrangements behind her are lively and solid, with radio-ready production. Above all the songs are extremely catchy and every one is a sing-along. Especially so in the huge choruses. Highlights are "Does It Really Matter," an empowering track with a soulful chorus and a despairing undertone. "Every Word I Meant It" has a bit more of an organic feel to it, with innovative guitar and bass tones. "December" has a touch of Country, wonderful melodies and an intimate vocal performance. If you enjoy pop/rock female singer/songwriters, you'll love Tracy and this impressive CD.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

 

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"Dega B'deg: If You Can Walk and Dance" by Mr.Darby Gerking (Kids Artist from Washington(WA))

Get your hands ready for a clap-along. "Dega B'deg: If You Can Walk and Dance" by Mr.Darby Gerking is an album for kids and parents alike. No cheesy stuff here. This album is filled with foot tapping Swamp riffs and Country twang. You can revel in the superior musicianship, while your little one learns the ABC's and the days of the week. Mr. Darby has a soothing, fun and child friendly voice. The arrangements are fun and quirky and equally so are the lyrics. Highlights are "I Went for a Walk", with its sinister swagger, cute children's chorus and kooky lyrics. "Monkeys on the Bed" is a little boot knocker, with a cool little dream sequence. "Dega B'deg" features lots of fun percussion sounds and resonator guitar. If you enjoy fun, foot-tapping kids music that entertains adults as well, you'll enjoy this fine CD.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

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"I Heart History" by Al Start (Pop Artist from United Kingdom)

"I Heart History" by Al Start is an outstanding acoustic guitar-based album with tantalizing melodies and sultry vocals. The album has a haunting undertone with mellow, crisp arrangements and beautifully layered vocals. The production quality is great and Al shines as a songwriter with interesting lyrics and a fine listen-ability to her songs. This is a totally-pro radio-ready CD with mass appeal. Highlights are "Lover's Lane," with a gorgeous, intimate vocal performance and airy 12 string guitar. "Freak Show" has an excellent Tracy Chapman-type groove in which Al's vocals sound great. "The Vinegar Valentine" is a heart strong story with more great guitar work and nice vocal harmony. "More of a Man" features a guest vocalist and is the dirge of the album, with a punchy drum track and an overall moodiness. If you enjoy female singer-songwriters you'll love this CD.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

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"What's Your Point" by Dan Weintraub (Country Artist from Vermont(VT))

"What's Your Point" by Dan Weintraub is a humorous alternative folk album filled with dark humor, punk influences and a "Say what I want" mentality. Dan holds nothing back in his lyrics. The journey through his mind is filled with cynicism and parodies of life. There are lots of smiles hiding in the darkness though. Dan delivers these brooding tunes with an effectively loving and funny style. Dan's talents as a songwriting, acoustic guitarist, and songwriter come together to deliver these enjoyable tunes. Highlights include the opener "Ya Ya Ya." Don't be fooled by the happy-go-lucky sound, Dan has something different in mind. "Employee of the Week" has a driving rhythm and is a love story of sorts. "No One's That Happy" speaks the truth about those who are living in "fake world." If you want to take a humorous look at life, check out this CD by this talented artist.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

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"Mediterranean Myths" by Yiorgos Magoulas (World Artist from Greece)

"Mediterranean Myths" by Yiorgos Magoulas is an emotional instrumental album that features innovative combinations of instruments. Somewhere in these eclectic arrangements a Mediterranean feel is present. The tracks all hold a certain power to them and are very cinematic. The tracks on this CD envoke emotion. The production quality is great, especially considering it is electronic/sample based. All in all, Mr. Magoulas' musical style is highly unique and refreshingly undefinable. Highlights include "Promise," which is very well arranged, has a great build and a wonderful medley of instruments. "Color Suite - Prelude" is a string arrangement that will pull right at your heart. "Phaedra" is an intense orchestral piece with nice percussive elements and more interesting instrument choices. If you like unique, emotion driven orchestral music, you'll like this CD.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

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"The Legacy" by Danny Hooper (Country Artist from Australia)

"The Legacy" by Danny Hooper is a contemporary country album with soulful, emotional lyrics and an energetic, joyful tone. Danny's voice is that of a top-notch veteran, and he surrounds himself with high caliber musicians. The arrangements are well layered and the sound complements Danny's style very well. The songs are very catchy, with big sing-along choruses. Highlights are "Heartache," with a foot tappin' rhythm and some nice work on the banjo. The title track "The Legacy" features a passionate vocal performance, beautiful acoustic guitar and nice fiddle work. "Already Gone" gets the room pumping with a catchy guitar riff and a rolling rhythm section. If you like pop country, you'll like this outstanding CD.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

 

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"My Life" by Andrea Esquivel (Spiritual Artist from New Mexico(NM))

"My Life" by Andrea Esquivel is a Christian country album full of enjoyable carefree and praiseful tracks. The classic quality both in Andrea's voice and in the overall sound make for a pleasant listening experience. Andrea sings of many things, including her love foe God, family life and personal reflections. The arrangements are just right for the concept, steady with subtle and effective accents. The vocals are passionate and intimate at the same time. Highlights are the lead off track "Travelin' Light," the most carefree of all the tunes. It makes you want to pack a bag and hit the road. The title track "My Life" features a strong vocal performance, soulful lyrics and nice melodies. "Isn't He Good" is full of wonderful harmonies, nice guitar riffs, and a catchy melody. "Magnify the Lord" has a nice piano progression and another fine vocal performance. If you like country, gospel and Christian music, you'll like this one.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"This is Gonna Hurt" by Gary 84 (Hard Rock Artist from Los Angeles, California(CA))

"This is Gonna Hurt" by Gary 84 is an impressive Power Pop/Punk album packed full of angst and mischief. This 5 piece brings you a classic punk guitar sound, big fat driving rhythms and "Sex, Drugs and Rock & Roll Lyrics." The album in general is very loud and wild. The boys are tight, giving you stellar changes in their arrangements and providing you with a formula for hard partying. The high energy raspy vocals, are perfect for this genre. Highlights are "Back From MArs" with a killer build in the intro, breaking into an intense chop-fest. "All Blood for Sex" is a pit starter with it's caveman beat and fist pumping choruses. "Love Mess" gets right up in your face and says "Say No to Love." If you enjoy high energy rock and roll with an attitidue, you'll love this CD.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

 

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“Harmon Nicks” by Sean Garvey (Jazz Artist from San Francisco, California(CA))

"Harmon Nicks" by Sean Garvey highlights Sean's amazingly innovative acoustic guitar style. Althought the acoustic guitar work on this CD is mesmerizing and complex, the songs are very enjoyable from a casual listeners perspective. The CD is filled with innovative acoustic guitar work and a nice variety of style. The CD makes us wonder why more of us don't use non-standard acoustic guitar tuning. The simple production nicely allows the intricate sounds of the acoustic guitar to shine through in the recording. "The Waltz of the Caterpillar" is a quick moving, upbeat composition to get the heart started. "Gravity" does what one would expect. It tends to center the fabric of the CD with strength and vitality. The strong finger work on "Salvia Envelope" displays Sean's impressive talent. This CD is a great selection for anyone who enjoys acoustic guitar music.

-Lea & The RadioIndy Team

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“Christianity In A Nutshell” by Duke Nguyen Browning (Spiritual Artist from Houston, Texas(TX))

"Christianity In A Nutshell" by Duke Nguyen Browning, is a collection of contemprorary Christian songs that gives spiritual strength to the listener. The songs have a clear sing along quality and very strong sense of faith and willingness to declare that faith. The vocals are clear and articulate and the singers that accompany the lead vocalist are also expressive, giving balance to the CD. There is an expression of the faith that encompasses family, friends, and the Christian community at large. This is an excellent take home CD to share with family and friends. The keyboard and percussion accompanists add strong flavor to the mostly spoken lyrics in "Oh, My Lord" that is performed with great passion. The lyric call of community on "This is My Church" will pull the hearts of many who feel that call to congregate. Easy to learn and lyrics and the sing along quality of many of the selections will make it a positive and wonderful addition to the Christian family collection of any home.

-Lea & The RadioIndy Team
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“Looking Forward to Remembering the Future” by Stanley Sagov (Jazz Artist from Boston, Massachusetts(MA))

"Looking Forward to Remembering the Future" by Stanley Sagov is a soothing and serene collection of jazz tunes that demonstrate an intricate exploration of versatility. This album is exceptionally unique, and thereby irresistible. These compositions stretch the boundaries of traditional jazz forms with their fluid, ever-changing natures and use of ambient sounds. This is especially notable in "Falling With Didgeridoo." Moreover, the variety and intricacy of the individual musicians on "Friday Night At The Cadillac Club" denotes the highly-skilled and innovative instrumentation that is not easy to duplicate. The piano work on "2 Chord, Toobad" is strong and forceful. This song also flaunts some great trumpet and sax solos and duos. "Hope For Peace Piece" slows things down a bit and exudes a heavenly piano intro. Furthermore, "Stanley's Kwela" adds a light Latin jazz flavor, giving a glimpse of the versatility of these accomplished musicians. Topped with unmatched production, this CD is a must-have for the jazz enthusiasts.

                                -Lea & The RadioIndy Team
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“Life of Love” by Rachel Wearsch (Country Artist from Ohio(OH))

"Life of Love" by Rachel Wearsch is best described as a delightfully refreshing country/folk album. The style is contemporary and the music is memorable. Listeners will surely remember these tunes and more importantly, be able to relate to the emotions expressed through these poetic lyrics. This CD is a strong reflection of the heavy emotional atmospheres of love and heartbreak that are trademarks of great country tunes. The sax solo on "Just Go On" gives a fine touch to a well-performed piece. The piano intro on "You Gave Me Your Love" and the sensuous presentation of its graceful lyrics simply touches the soul. The toe-tapping up-beat in "Count On Me Baby" will get your blood pumping and make you want to get up and dance. This is a very innovative and creative work of art. What's more, this collection is nicely polished with professional production. It is sure to be a worthwhile addition to you collection of country CD's.

-Lea & The RadioIndy Team
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"In God We Trust" by Set In Stone (Spiritual Artist from California(CA))

"In God We Trust" by Set in Stone is a Christian rock album influenced greatly by blues and classic rock. Its musical fabric is made up of a compelling blend of hard rock/metal guitar riffs, fat rhythms, and soulful southern style vocal performances. The mood is, of course, very positive and delightfully energetic. The combination of Michael's throaty, passionate vocals and the band's big, tight sound sends listeners on an unforgettable musical experience unlike many others. Highlights include "I've Been Searching," which flaunts a powerful a capella intro, a slight funk rock vibe, some nice drum fills, and an identifiable chorus. "El Shaddai Elohim" slows things down a bit and features ambient keys and delicate guitar solos. "When He Comes Back Again" has a wicked guitar riff and big arena rock vocals. Fans of uplifting spiritual lyrics and groovy rock will absolutely love this collection.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

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