I really need to start surrounding myself with less talented people. Some sing, some dance, some are great writers and some, like Leah, are amazing artists. Despite how great my stick figures may appear, they are nothing compared to the intricate details Leah Roszkowski includes in her art…and she’s extremely modest about it. Regardless of … Continue reading
Category Archives: Featured Artist
Featured Artist: Placebo releases “Battle for the Sun”
After 13 years, five studio albums, 10 million album sales, breaks and fixes, Placebo has released their first album since 2006. “Battle for the Sun” was released on June 9th, 2009, in the US and Canada. The whirlwind of success they’ve gained and battles they’ve fought only helps to make their music more genuine. Their … Continue reading
Featured Artist: Electric Owls “Ain’t Too Bright”
Honestly, this record started a year ago when I decided to stop playing music for awhile because being in a band was ruining my life. -Andy Herod “Ain’t too Bright” by the Electric Owls serves up something entirely different than most records today. Rather than having a super new sound or one that was embraced … Continue reading
Featured Artist: Pat McGee “Come Back Home”
Come Back Home was written in the wake of me losing my longtime drummer and former Army soldier John C. Williams. But the song started off as a reflection of how a military couple deals with separation. After the release of Come Back Home, John’s little brother was killed by an IED in Iraq. His name was Blake … Continue reading
Featured Artist: Tony Lucca
I first fell in love with Tony Lucca on March 1st. He opened up for Sara Bareilles when she sang in Champaign, Ill., and had me sold immediately. The nerdy, thick-rimmed glasses-wearing singer baffled me. I just didn’t quite understand how a voice with that much of a blues vibe could come out of him. … Continue reading
Featured Artist: Paramore
So, I’ve decided to add a little diddy called “Featured Artist.” I’m not sure how often I will feature an artist, but I plan on doing it on a somewhat regular basis…perhaps weekly. This week, I’ve chosen to feature Paramore. Paramore, a rock band with a female lead singer (crazy, I know), has been around … Continue reading
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