Joanne Stacey, Down to Earth With a Voice That Shines Like Gold

My September - Opening with sounds made classic by the Country Western genre Joanne Stacey lets her album shine right off the bat with her song, “That’s What Patsy would Do”. Joanne has a fantastic voice that can handle the range from strong and brassy to gentle and sweet. A true talent is on display in the songs on this release. With steel guitar that cries like only a broken heart can, a true life that has lived is on display here. On every song the guitar sings as beautiful as Joanne’s Voice. Whether it is the lonesome plucking of an acoustic, a pulsing bold electric or a searing lead with a commanding twang the guitar work is top shelf. Banjo passages help exemplify the true down to earth feelings on this roots-type album. On stand out tracks like, “When the Honeymoon is Over” Joanne shows that she has true country swagger and isn’t afraid to get her boots dirty. Drum work is right in the pocket, sure it can hang back but it comes to the forefront it helps push emotional moments over the top and hit you straight in the heart. True spark can be found on songs like “He Loves Her Still” where Joanne and her backing band strut true swagger that would make most fake rockers jealous. This is truly an album that covers all the bases and one that isn’t just one dimensional. With such a variety of sounds you can play this album over and over without getting bored. The cornerstone of course is Joanne’s voice. Closing out the album is the cut “Lonesome Rambler” where she puts her beautiful voice on display completely solo. Anyone can sound great with an awesome set of studio musicians, but it’s a very hard thing for a voice to sit alone in a room and move the heart as Joanne Stacey does. While she may claim this is My September, with passion on display such as this you will feel as warm as a summer afternoon.

http://www.joannestacey.com

http://www.reverbnation.com/rpk/joannestacey

Camp X, Soaring to New Heights and Taking You Along for the Ride

All Quiet on the Northern Front - In the musical universe occasionally you find music that is truly inspirational. Some artists just have a knack for writing such material, or are in the right frame of mind at the right time. The tracks on this release from Camp X does just that. They write inspirational songs that rise and fly like an eagle and burn bright like a star in the night sky. Opening with the track, Revelation #2 A soulful voice takes the helm on a Hard Rock composition that builds hight like Mt Everest.  Convexly it valleys and allows you examine your own soul. For the track “Dead Man Walking” a subdued vibe that thunders for a low burn transforms and explodes wiping away pain with vocals that soar and guitars that hammer. On “Perfect Day” acoustic guitars lay a bed of sound like peaceful waters on which you can set sail and let dreams come true. From the song “Shine” you feel a sonic push made famous by bands like U2 where the song just builds and builds until an exuberant release. A common thread runs through this entire album. Guitars that reflect pure honest emotion and that wander ever part of a human heart to reveal true passion. Execution is absolutely beautiful and push each song to the limit. Bass guitar howls and winds through every song giving them depth and muscle which help inspire not just the mind but also heart and soul. Drums are played to utter perfection either thrashing away in complete bliss or laid back and enjoying the moment. Key/Synth work rounds out this musical ensemble and adds just the right amount of flair to each track. This allows every song to have its own personality and additional dimension. Holding it all together though is the vocal work that is the true driving force of the band. Often I will hear a group that would sound empty without its vocalist but here you have a band and album that without its vocalist would have no heart. You can truly tell that this is not just a group of individuals excelling at what they do, but a true piece of genuine art when collaborating together. Hopefully Camp X will have a long and glorious run, for they have the talent collectively that true timeless bands are made of. I would say that if you like Pop, Rock, Hard Rock or  Alternative genres then you would be doing yourself a great disservice by not checking out this band RIGHT NOW! While all may be quiet on the northern front, it is surely due to the epic music that is on display in these hearts. The only question now is, where does Camp X go from here?

http://www.campxmusic.com

http://www.facebook.com/campxmusic

Sunday Wilde, Singing With Soul and Digging the Sounds

“He Digs Me” -  With a truly soulful and talented voice Sunday Wilde rolls out of your speakers and makes your heart fall in love with music again. Nothing in the world holds more pleasure than hearing a talented voice sing from the heart, and that is exactly what Wilde does here. Weaving a melody that makes you feel like you are running through the grass on a warm summer day Sunday is like the warm sun on your face. Percussion work on this track has a shuffle feel that will make you want to join in no matter where you hear it. The guitar and bass have a joined laid back vibe that will ease your heart after a stressful day. They work wonderfully at dancing together rising upward to the heavens and so will your heart. The horn section swells like swarms of beautiful butterflies that make the cold winter days fade and rise like a new love’s passion. While this cut has a definite retro vibe it is fresh and new sounding. The production is absolutely wonderful and you can tell that the artists on this track are pure professionals. I would highly recommend the song to those that like Pop, Blues, Americana or Adult Contemporary. While Sunday Wilde may be rejoicing cause, “He Digs Me” you will definitely feel the love on each and every spin of this track.

www.sundaywilde.com

https://soundcloud.com/sunday-wilde

https://www.facebook.com/sunday.wilde

https://www.youtube.com/user/sundaywilde41

http://noisetrade.com/sundaywilde/valentines-music-sampler

Knawlydge, Breaking the Vice of Depression With This Track

“Depression” - The opening of this track reminds me of days when I open my eyes and I cannot gain focus. The synth work that fades from fore to background helps to put your back on your heels and grab your attention. I like the jazz vibe that unfolds from the sax loops that wind through this song. Percussion programming on this cut is adds to “Alice In Wonderland” feel. Lyrically you have something unfold in front of you that is rather fresh. Taking a strong look at current culture this song breaks from the pack and forgoes the boring lines on drugs, easy women and money. The delivery of the vocals has a strong flow and you almost wish that this song was longer. You’ll definitely find yourself playing this track over and over again. I would highly recommend this song to anyone that likes Pop, Alternative, Rap, Hip Hop or Experimental genres. While so many in this society fall prey to “Depression”. With cuts like these hopefully the world will get back on track.

https://soundcloud.com/knawlydge-navarro/thedepression

https://www.facebook.com/pages/KNAWLYDGE/412403798777034

BN Peace Nation, With Groove This Good You’ll Want This Foe

“Foe” - This song just POUNDS! Cutting through my speakers this track has a nice interplay of elements. With a kick and bass groove thats going to make you want to bounce all night long and your girl shake every last bit of clothes “Foe” delivers a cut that flows. Some of the production on this song seems a bit off. There are certain vocal turns that seem a bit too loud and are overdriven, while others are a bit quiet in comparison. All that aside this is still a rather good song to spin. Song composition is done rather well and no elements become to monotonous. Its a fresh take and one that you will want to play more than once.  I would recommend this track to those that like Rap or Hip Hop. 

https://soundcloud.com/bnpeacenation/foe

http://www.reverbnation.com/blaccnobility

https://www.youtube.com/user/BlaccNoble

Sacrecrowz, Burning the Bridge with Molten Metal

“Burning Bridges” - Muddy grinding guitars launch this track and you almost feel like you are running from something in the dark. The song has a really driving groove. Guitars pound and lurch after you like a serial killer that keeps up with you no matter how fast you run. I really like the lead guitar that spices up this track. The pinch harmonics add a little extra burn right where this song needs it. Drum work is right on. The shift in dynamics that percussion work lends helps the song tell a full story instead of just grinding the same groove for 4 minutes plus. At 1:56 the song changes feel and you feel like you are looking over your shoulder. It might look like you have gotten away but Sarecrowz come back with a blistering guitar solo at the 2:48 mark. It's not the type of lead that has a million notes a minute but the phrasing is perfect for the song and it burns with passion. The bass guitar work is pretty hidden primarily because it is in lock tight step with the rest of the band and helps define the unified murky feeling on this track. Vocals are rather straightforward Hard Rock/Heavy Metal attitude. You wont find some dude trying to sing 15 octaves high like a chick or someone that sounds like they are related to the cookie monster. This guy just belts it out with honest attitude and you can understand what he’s saying. I would highly recommend this track to those that like Hard Rock, Heavy Metal and Stoner Metal. With the Scarecrowz “Burning Bridges” you can rest assured that they aren’t going back where they came from, and they are only going to rise higher and higher with each and every release. You might just want to leave a light on tonight though after listening to this track. 

https://soundcloud.com/scarecrowz-2

http://www.numubu.com/158357-profile-scarecrowz.html

http://www.purevolume.com/SCARECROWZ

http://scarecrowz.bandcamp.com/releases

http://fandalism.com/scarecrowz

http://www.last.fm/user/scarecrowzband

http://musicclout.com/contents/userprofile.aspx?u=58c7abdb-d451-4d31-87ae-1fa0b76cad48

http://www.howjsay.com/index.php?word=scarecrows

The Dreamboats, Ripping Giant Waves Through the Tired Music Scene

"Don't Go Home"/"Love Control" - From the opening guitars you know that you are in for a ride. “Don’t Go Home” has a true Rock n’ Roll vibe that will get your heart racing. You feet will want to dance all night long with this release from these Canadian Rockers. There is a strong retro vibe, however they spice it up rather well and you feel something authentic and fresh. Overall the production is top notch. The mix is well balanced and there is enough grind and thumping to make you want to dance till your shoes burn off. Guitar work is really clean but still has a nice bite to it. Drum work is close and up front in the mix which really helps the spinning dance vibe. Bass guitar work is hidden somewhat and it would be nice to hear it pop a bit more, however it holds down the low-end of the song well and helps the groove factor hit a 10. Vocal work on these tracks are spot on. I don’t think that they could do any better. With rapid fire sequences still enunciated well you can understand what these guys are singing about. Nothing is worse than a great track with a singer that sounds like he has a mouth full of marbles. These tracks have true crossover potential. I would recommend The Dreamboats to anyone that likes Pop, Rock, Classic Rock, Rockabilly, Garage Rock or Alternative genres. With a great kick in their songs The Dreamboats have a vibe that will brighten your day and rock your night. Lets just hope that the dream doesn’t end anytime too soon.

https://soundcloud.com/thedreamboats

rock.thedreamboatsband.com