1030 search results for "Jimmy Rae"

LIKE THEM OR NOT, HERE COMES BARDO

Get ready for this exciting rock band out of LA as they unleash their new EP You Like Me A lot.   The CD Release Party was held at the Hotel Cafe in the heart of Hollywood on Wednesday, August 18, 2010.   And remember, if you couldn’t make the Release Party, then no worries…

Rumbletone, Self-Titled

Right away from the cover art, you are seeing a tropical setting complete with palm trees, water and rocks.   On the back cover, you get a serene visual by way of the sun glaring down on the calm ocean waters.   And here’s the kicker; Rumbletone is actually from the Hawaiian island of Kauai.…

Maria Jordan, Landslide

Singer/Songwriters are a dime a dozen, but Maria Jordan proves that she is THE needle in the haystack.   Her new album Landslide proves that Jordan is a genuine-to-the-core artist with definite star quality.   You get real substance here with no filler and the new record will show you why Maria is a mainstay…

Gayle Cloud, Many Waters

Just picture yourself sitting under the clouds daydreaming as you try to make out figures & shapes from each and every passing cloud.   That is exactly the feeling you will get after experiencing Gayle Cloud’s Many Waters.   Gayle has created a world full of peace, love & tranquility on this new album.  …

Sab The Artist, Self-Titled

Sab The Artist, not to be confused with Saab the car but definitely comparable in terms of quality, precision and high performance, is making his move.   Sab The Artist, originally from Minnesota but now based in Vegas, attempts to spread love through his music.   Sab gives off a positive energy that is absolutely…

Alive In Stereo, Self-Titled

This rock trio out of Denver is alive & well with their self-titled debut EP Alive In Stereo.   The band is made up of: frontman/guitarist Chris Evans, Toby Crisp on drums and Alex Browers on bass.   These three members bring such an incredible amount of energy to the table that will impact listeners…

Bird Call, The Animals Know

Not your ordinary, every day bird calls here as Chiara Angelicola proves to you that The Animals Know best.   The Brooklyn-based singer/songwriter gives you a six-track EP full of fine musicianship & artistry.   The Animals Know has some wonderful moments that will keep your mind engaged throughout the whole set.   Originally from…

Bank, I Was Just Recording

**Parental Advisory–Explicit Lyrics & Adult Content** I thought it would only be fair to express this review the way that it should be expressed; without censorship.   I owe it to Bank, the fans and Skope readers to not deviate away from the language that is heavily associated with this album.   I also owe…

ABOVE, BEYOND & WITHIN THE ONE-MAN-SHOW STEVE ANDREWS

Steve Andrews is a man of many words and many talents.   Steve is from the city of Pittsburgh where he enjoys listening to classical music performed by the Duquesne University Orchestra on occasion.   Mr. Andrews also likes to attend the opera and he is a big sports fan as well.   Besides being…

Feldiken, Common Splendor

I had the opportunity to review Feldiken’s last album for Skope titled Small Songs About Us. He made a record for “EVERYONE” as I stated then and this still stands true for the new album Common Splendor. Feldiken’s love for people in general is quite evident here as he plays the role of humanitarian extremely…

Jita, The Power of One/Lean On

This singer/songwriter from South Florida wants to prove to you that the power of faith can go a long way.   Jita has one mission and that is to pump nothing but positivity into today’s society, which is much needed.   She has one message and that is simply this: In the end, everything will…

Thee Nosebleeds, Self-Titled

Thee Nosebleeds and their exhilarating debut album definitely get the Jimmy Rae WOW factor here.   Hard to imagine that this BIG & LOUD sound comes from just three guys out of Philly.   The three members in this group include: Kermit Hell Lyman on lead vocals & guitar, Rev. Kevin J. Cooper on bass…

Ric Zweig, Running Out Of Time

I have to say that Ric Zweig is not Running Out Of Time by any means.   Quite the contrary actually; this singer/songwriter/classic rock musician is just getting warmed up.   With the release of this new record, the music world has a lot to get excited about. Zweig spent 20 years in the field…

Anna Madorsky, Talk Is Cheap

I had the pleasure of reviewing Anna Madorsky’s last album Incantation.   The previous record was more of a story-telling narrative with a full range of characters and the whole nine yards.   I even went so far as to call Incantation “Modern Age Narrative Pop”.   Completely switching directions now, Madorsky has created a…

SANTANA & STEVE WINWOOD LIVE IN NOBLESVILLE, IN

July 7, 2010 was the night when I got to experience two music legends for the first time. On that hot ‘n’ clear Wednesday night, Verizon Wireless Music Center in Noblesville, IN had the pleasure of booking two legendary acts. Okay, Okay…enough suspense already–you wanna know who I’m talking about right??  

Blow Up Hollywood, Take Flight

When you hear the title of this band Blow Up Hollywood, one might think for a second that this is a fast, punchy & violent rock, punk or metal band.   BUH actually is none of the above and they are not blowing up anything literally but figuratively Blow Up Hollywood is making a statement.…

Kristina Westin, What A Night/Promo EP

Kristina Westin is giving you a taste of what her upcoming album What A Night will sound like.   On this five-track promo EP, you are getting just enough flavor to know that the new album will be special.   What a day that will be when What A Night is officially released and after…

Me, Three, The Space Race

Get ready for Alan Chesnutt’s second release, The Space Race, which is a mix of indie rock, alternative & electronica.   The Alabama-based singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist that calls himself Me, Three comes back strong with this solo project.   That means Me, Three is the wizard behind all the music on this record, so in this case…

David Altenor, The David Altenor Project

The expression I swear to God comes to mind because David Altenor is doing just that in every sense of the word.   This four-track demo is a true testament to Altenor’s strong faith to make music for the lord.   But don’t assume that this is your typical Christian or Gospel record because if…

Don Puglisi, Goodbye New York

Don Puglisi’s new album may be called Goodbye New York but you can rest assure that this singer/songwriter is not leaving the Big Apple any time soon.   Puglisi’s playing days go back to the late 80s/early 90s when he was playing guitar at alt-rock and punk clubs all over Detroit.   Since making the…

Greg Walsh, A Busy Street

Are you ready for a big spoonful of rock/blues/soul mixed together in a bowl of well-polished music?   I hope so because that is exactly what you are getting with Greg Walsh’s new record, A Busy Street.   Besides the core sound of rock, soul & blues heard here, I also picked up on elements…

Mikingmihrab, Tres Tontos

With a band name like Mikingmihrab, you already know right out of the gates that this group and this album will be very different.   How different though is the real question; well that will be up for you to decide?   I would call this new record adrenaline-rushed insanity on wax that is ridiculously…

Ria, Self-Titled

Don’t foget these three letters RIA because they will absolutely stick in your head after experiencing this debut album.   The Miami sensation born in Columbia calls herself Ria and fittingly enough she named the record the same.   The audience is receiving a large dose of nothing but Ria here and the talented singer/songwriter…

ROB, Rise On Belief

Rise On Belief (ROB) is ready to take the music world by storm with his hot debut album.   This NYC artist mixes it up with some classic rock and hard rock grooves that will get you pumped up from start to finish.   You will also hear elements of soul & funk that comes…

Lithium Seven, Something Else Is Waiting

Lithium Seven prove that the musical bond cannot be broken on their new album, Something Else Is Waiting.   The chemistry is strong here as all four members mix together to make up one big compound that is Li 7.   The band’s magic formula is further enhanced by their eclectic style that includes: pop,…

Brian Lee, Moth

Seattle-based singer/songwriter Brian Lee transforms into a finely-tuned musician on Moth.   Lee is ready to bust out of his shell to bring you a 10-song set full of personal emotions & feelings.   The artist expresses good times & bad times through the eyes and life of Brian Lee.   The balance between happy…

Steven Bryan, One Way

I had the pleasure of reviewing Steven Bryan’s Let Me Stay EP last year for Skope and I was so glad I had the opportunity to do so.   Through that four-track set, I was introduced to a REAL musician who showed huge potential as an emerging artist.   Bryan definitely didn’t disappoint or let…

Greg Brown, Ol’ Blood N’ Guts

Are you ready for some good, old-fashioned Blood N’ Guts brought to you by Greg Brown?   The Boston-based singer/songwriter/guitarist lays it all out on the table for you with nothing left to hide.   Ol’ Blood N’ Guts is actually named after World War II U.S. General George S. Patton’s nickname and the title…

GETTING LOST IN THE DUST WITH STEVESHOT / VIDEO / MP3

Are you ready for the man…the myth of eccentricity they call SteveShot?   If so, brace yourself because he, his image and his music are a hell of a lot to consume all at once.   You have to take in this whimsical artist one note and one word at a time, so you can…

Elevator Art, Self-Titled

Are you ready for not one…not two…not three but four lead singers and a drummer/percussionist?   If so, that is exactly what you’re getting from NJ-based Elevator Art and their debut album.   The fact that this band is breaking the mold by including four lead vocalists is irrelevant here because Elevator Art offers so…

Miriams Well, Indians And Clowns

Get ready for some bluesy soul rock that will quench your thirst for worthwhile music.   In a day and age where unfortunately a lot of CRAP dominates the major music markets, it’s refreshing to hear an indie rock band really shine through and own it.   Miriams Well is a musical duo made up…

Montana 1948, Teaser EP for the album Picket Fence

First off, this band is not from Montana, they do not play 1948-styled music and there aren’t any white picket fences around.   If you thought that then you were way off base I’m sorry to say!   And no, I’m not teasing you on this matter either!   The real truth of the matter…

PLANETARY NIGHTS SHINE ON JANGO

Planetary Nights, with lead singer/sole songwriter/rhythm guitarist R.J. McSweeney at the helm, are proud to announce that they have surpassed the 10,000 fan mark on Jango.com!   (www.jango.com/music/planetarynights)   This includes hordes of screaming PN fans from over 100 countries and all 50 U.S. states getting in on the action.   It’s no surprise to…

Michel Ackermann, Cole Porter’s Blues

Berlin-based singer/songwriter/pianist is back with his first full-length album release of Cole Porter’s Blues.   Coming off his 2009 EP, Kite, Ackermann decides to delve deeper into his musical & artistic side.   Kite was piano-driven music that included elements of jazz, pop & classical to go along with a peaceful/tranquil setting.   The title…

One World (R)evolution, Transitions

Are you ready for a green…red, white & blue revolution?   Well, Austin, Texas-based singer/songwriter Astrum Lux Lucis sure hopes so.   Astrum is the lead singer and rhythm guitarist for the group One World (R)evolution and their now project is fittingly called Transitions.   One World (R)evolution is attempting to save this world one…

Dr. Mac & Friends, Ready to Rock Kids, Vol. 3

Get ready for the third installment of children’s songs that teaches valuable life lessons.   Dr. Mac is the genius behind the Ready to Rock Kids series and before you ask, yes he is an actual doctor.   The singer/songwriter/producer is also known as Don MacMannis, Ph.D. and for many years he has been a…

Skip-Dawg, Trust Me, I’m A Rapper

The Havertown, PA rap artist is back with a fourth studio album and a new message that reads: Trust Me, I’m A Rapper.   Skip-Dawg, aka Dann Furia, is coming off an exciting & motivational album titled We Will Rise that featured the hot, slammin’ joint “Skip To The Floor”.   Not to mention, “Skip…

Eric Christensen, David Christensen Tribute, Volume One

One dedicated father, Eric Christensen, pays tribute to his son David who was a talented singer/songwriter from Chicago.   David Christensen tragically committed suicide on February 17, 2009 at the young age of 26.   One life is lost, but one loving dad has decided to breathe new life into his son’s timeless music. This…