Cincy Unity Jam
A collaborative effort of + Image Productions & The Blue Wisp Jazz Club
Started in December, 2009, as a quarterly event to bring people together to celebrate peace in unity through music and art. “Because without unity there is no way peace can be achieved.”

+ Image Productions, a subsidiary of + Image Arts, hopes to contribute to building a peaceful and respectful world in which to live. They hope to be able to accomplish this, and many more positive achievements, through music, arts, entertainment and collaboration with other organizations.

Cincy Unity Jam 4 will take place on the 4th of September, 2010
At the legendary jazz club, The Blue Wisp.
Doors will be open to the public at 5pm.

The bands in the line up are:

Drew Lewis Music
Drew is a simple man who writes songs and music to inspire people to rise above their current situations. We are all born to be positive, strong, and creative human beings.
http://www.facebook.co/DrewLewisMusic

iolite
“Our main message is one of understanding and unity for all of humanity.”
http://www.myspace.com/iolitemusic

Purple Lotus:
Purple Lotus’ Mission is to create a sustainable and flourishing cultured Community in Cincinnati, through the use of the Arts, Community development, Education, & Exposure. Purple lotus produces and promotes artists, programs, workshops, and showcases. We host an Artist Open Mic/Feature called “Purple Lotus”, every Sunday.
purplelotusmovement@gmail.com

Chris Comer Trio
The Trio, led by pianist Chris Comer, performs every Monday evening this summer from 7pm-9pm as part of the PNC Summer Music Series on Fountain Square.
http://www.chriscomertrio.com/

Tri-Ur
Plays mostly acoustic tradition Celtic music with a peppering of vocals.
http://www.ceolmhor.com/

Tim Pearson
Music has always been a big part of Tim Pearson Artist of soul’s life.
http://www.myspace.com/ku27

Bonkers
A talented producer and songwriter. He is CEO of his company Triple Crown Productions.
Bonkers believes that good music comes from the soul.
http://www.myspace.com/bonkerstheproducer

Black Satin Quintet
a group of musicians that provide a unique smooth jazztacular sound that satisfies all types\quote musical palates.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Black-Satin-Quintet/104068819624509

Ben Lapps
an incredibly skilled and gifted musician with a unique sound and exceptional talent, Ben Lapps is the next big thing!
http://www.myspace.com/benlapps

Nature World Music
You just have to see us, hear us and feel our music

Baoku’s Ensemble for Peace
A contemporary multi cultural experience.

The event is set to take place at:
The Blue Wisp
318 E. 8th Street
Between Broadway & Sycamore
Cincinnati, OH.

The event will open to the public at 5pm and go until closing.
Tickets to the event will be sold for $12 in advance and $15 at the door.
For ticket information, call 513-266-2070
or email baoku@baokutcr.com

Additional information about the event can be found at:
www.baokutcr.com
www.thebluewisp.com
www.myspace.com/baoku
www.facebook.com/baoku
www.myspace.com/theimageafrobeatband

With the power of music, we hope to bring people together in Unity for peace.
Peace to all,
Baoku Moses
+ Image Productions
513-266-2070
www.baokutcr.com

To Learn More about Baoku Moses check out this great in depth article at
http://www.soapboxmedia.com/features/0824baokumosesafricanvillage.aspx

Cory Morrow, pioneer of the Lone Star State’s brand of country, has just released his new album, Brand New Me, on August 31st. (APEX Nashville/Write On Records)

After coming out of the darkest period of his life, being charged with drunk driving at over 100 miles per hour and cocaine possession in January of 2005, Cory Morrow tells his most honest and sober story to date on Brand New Me. He has found his true voice and has finally seen the light at the end of the tunnel: sobriety, love and truth. The astonishingly autobiographical 12 songs on his powerhouse new album, Brand New Me, are already wowing critics and his large army of devoted fans.

Brand New Me is already #11 on iTunes’ Country Top 100 Sales and is at #113 in All Genre Top 200 Sales. On the heels of his #1 single “Ramblin’ Man” (June 2010) the debut single from Brand New Me, “Lonesome” is already in the Top 10 on Texas Music Charts & Texas Regional Radio after it’s first month. To support the release of his new album and further it’s success, Cory will be hitting the road for the rest of 2010, playing all over his beloved home state of Texas and much of the American South.
by:Jess Rice
Publicist & Manager
Hear Now Publicity Nashville, TN
jessrice@hearnowpublicity.com
www.hearnowpublicity.com

Cory Morrow’s New Album
Brand New Me
Released On August 31st, 2010

3rd ANNUAL “CARNIVAL NOIR” RETURNS TO CINCINNATI

The 3rd annual Carnival Noir returns to the Greater Cincinnati area (Covington, KY)
Friday, October 22nd at 8:00 PM.
Featuring another original story, this year’s show blends filmed and live performances to shine an artistic light on humanity’s dark side and bad behavior.
Tickets ($15.00 in advance, $20.00 at the door) include the performance, as well as entry to the downstairs Voodoo Lounge for shopping and dancing starting at 7:00 PM.
Festivities end at midnight.

Carnival Noir 2010 showcases regional artists and their interpretations of concepts such as deception, mischief, judgement, and more. This year’s acts include spinners, hoopers, belly dancers, musicians, contortionists and more. Local favorites Mayan Ruins will be providing pre-show and intermission music in the Voodoo Lounge.

Guests are encouraged to wear costumes.
This year’s Silent Auction proceeds benefit the Women’s Crisis Center -
www.wccky.org

Location: Leapin Lizard Gallery on Main Street in Covington, KY.
Doors open at 7:00 PM; showtime 8:00 PM.
Tickets on sale starting September 15th
at www.ZaharasTangledWeb.com
or by calling (513) 515-9695.

For More Info on Zahara’s Tangled Web……
Contact: Tina Topping (Zahara’s Tangled Web Productions)
Email: info@ZaharasTangledWeb.com
Cell: 513-515-9695

Bing’s music has drawn comparisons to the Smiths, Roy Orbison, Lloyd Cole, Neil Young and the Byrds. Once being boldly proclaimed as: “Belle & Sebastian, meets Dylan.”

“The mere fact that people have compared me, to artists who I consider to be rock-poets–I just find humbling. Being told your guitar playing reminds someone of Johnny Marr or your lyrics make them think of Dylan–that makes all the hard work you put into the writing and recording, really worthwhile. The goal of every single person who makes a record is, for it to hit people on an emotional level, and when you’re presented with evidence that you’ve succeeded–it’s just very gratifying.”

The story of Maybe Not Today, Maybe Tomorrow, is a bit like one of Bingham’s songs, in that it definitely was a discernible journey; from his tenure as a rock player, to the discovery of the challenges and rewards of acoustic performance. When he started singing his songs, whilst self-accompanying, it opened the door to a process that was finally, fully realized in Maybe Not Today, Maybe Tomorrow. And after several beginnings, Bing, finally ended up making it truly a solo enterprise. He produced, engineered, arranged and played all the instruments on the album. This was not so much a plan, as the aforementioned evolution. He knew that, for the full distillation of this particular vision, his only avenue was to do everything himself.

“It might sound a little strange, but I felt that every aspect of this record, had to be my responsibility. That’s not to say that I don’t respect the playing of other people, because I do, but for some reason, on an emotional level–I needed to say: everything you hear–I did. It made for a more complicated process, but I knew that when I was done, I could stand back and say: at this particular time, this is the mark I have chosen to leave.”

Bing’s personal stamp is evident, in every aspect of Maybe Not Today, Maybe Tomorrow, from the chiming guitars, to the subtle brushwork and the atmospheric keys. You can tell it’s the undiluted vision of one very creative person.

Maybe Not Today, Maybe Tomorrow, evokes memories of musical sounds from the past, from the warm, enveloping bass guitar to the otherworldly, bell-like tones of the Rhodes piano. When combined, with the sound of his finger style acoustic, the production echoes a lot of great retro touchstones, while reworking them all into what can only be described as a modern sensibility. When all this is fused to Bingham’s, at times, literate, lyrical preoccupations, the end result provides the listener with a thought-provoking and evocative musical experience. Some have equated listening to Bing’s songs, as feeling like they are being told secrets. The secret being told is, that there is music and poetry dwelling, in our everyday experience.

“I strive in my lyric writing, to achieve a ‘conversational’ tone, because I think what’s valuable and meaningful, comes from what happens between people in these; their unguarded moments. I think of my songs as a dialogue between myself and the listener, I’m trying to present some of my unguarded moments and communicate through them. I place the utmost value in what the listener interprets the songs to mean. I don’t feel that anything poetic, ever has an absolute concrete meaning. I really feel that people’s impressions can, and often will–alter over time, and if something resonates–it will transform. I want the listener to arrive at their own conclusions, and I place the greatest value on what people evoke for themselves. I get a thrill from finding out what people take from my songs. At times I’ve been so surprised and delighted at what someone has taken from a song it transforms me a little. I’m just telling some stories. Not every story needs a ending.”

For more information, please visit Bing’s site at:
www.binghamwilloughby.com

You can check out Bing’s video playing at our studio at:
http://www.livestream.com/flipsidetomusic

Darden Smith
Marathon

The place you never get to. With Marathon, his latest release, Darden Smith evocatively captures the enduring allure in pursuing answers we never find. Inspired by the stark, spacious mood of the American West,
Marathon is the most exceptional work to date in the Austin-based musician’s 25-year career.

“For me, Marathon is a place of mind,” Smith says. “Somewhere I wanted to go, and a place I could never reach. The desert reminds me of that: It’s barren, and it’s harsh. You’re alone out there. It’s daunting–but I’m drawn to it.” The elegant sweep of Marathon indeed evokes images of a foreboding vista, from the opening of “Sierra Diablo” to the aptly titled “75 Miles of Nothing.” And while it readily recalls the desolate landscape of West Texas, Marathon is, ultimately, about the landscape within.

Smith didn’t set out to write a richly contemplative album like Marathon. After composing a performance work for the Austin Symphony Orchestra in 1999, Smith, known primarily as a singer-songwriter, wanted to challenge himself with another large symphony or theatre piece. He tinkered with different approaches until settling in 2003 on an idea for a song cycle, a set of songs that could later integrate a series of monologues for the stage.

A lifelong Texas native with an affinity for its West, Smith turned for inspiration to the work of James Evans, the renowned Marathon photographer. He found further “visual touchstones” in road trips to the Big Bend region and in his Austin studio, littered with rocks, photographs, paintings and stacks of books on art and history. Combined with his burgeoning interests in Buddhism, meditation and mythology – at a time when he was also assessing his personal life and creative direction – it made for a potent combination.

“The perfect cocktail,” Smith calls it. “I was dark. Searching. And open to something new.”

Find a complete biography of Darden Smith’s career at
Official Website
www.dardensmith.com

Be sure to check out Darden’s video playing at our studio at:
http://www.livestream.com/flipsidetomusic

You can also find out more at:
Myspace
www.myspace.com/dardensmith
Facebook
www.facebook.com/dardensmithmusic
Twitter
www.twitter.com/dardensmith

Darden Smith’s New Album MARATHON
Out Sept. 28th, 2010
+ EU & US Tour

You can teach this dog new tricks. Incorporating elements of surf, psychedelic, Motown, rockabilly, blues, classic rock, Dogs and Bones is proving that statement with every face-melting performance. The boys of D ‘n B are a wall of feedback over an avalanche of drums while the bottom pushes you across the dance floor; as if The White Stripes meet The Rolling Stones near The Yardbirds around the corner from Jet, the Black Crowes and the Who in Bob Dylan’s hood.

With Greig McRitchie on guitars and vocals, Phil Cohen on drums and vocals and Duke “The Duke” Carpenter filling out the bottom end on bass, Dogs and Bones is a complete ensemble of talent and experience.

Each of the three musicians has played an integral role in the LA music scene. McRitchie earned his keep in the underground rockabilly group Hedonist. Cohen was an original member of legendary LA bands The Heaters and Mr. Lucky. Carpenter has racked up a number of credits as a “gun for hire” for artists looking for a label deal. He took over on bass for Dogs and Bones after the legendary Steve “Liberty” Loria passed away in early 2010.

Dogs and Bones are going against the grain. With recent reviews in Music Connection magazine and performances at the infamous House of Blues, the Viper Room, and Cranes in Hollywood, the band is leaving their mark.

To Listen to their song “Sometimes its better not to know” click on the play button on this player…..



Visit the band at:

Official website
www.DogsandBonesBand.com

Myspace
http://www.myspace.com/dogsandbones42

Facebook
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Dogs-and-Bones/73866922022?

Jim Lauderdale is a multi-talented performer and songwriter, with successes in both country and bluegrass music. His roots stem from the Carolinas, yet his career has taken him all over the United States and abroad, making him an international recording artist with an ever-growing fan base. Jim won “Artist of the Year” and “Song of the Year” at the first “Honors and Awards Show” held by the Americana Music Association in 2002. Subsequently, he has hosted this same show for the last seven years.

He is among Nashville’s “A” list of songwriters, with songs recorded by artists such as: Patty Loveless, George Jones, The Dixie Chicks, Solomon Burke, Mark Chesnutt, Dave Edmunds, John Mayall, Kathy Mattea, Lee Ann Womack, Gary Allan, Blake Shelton. Vince Gill, and George Strait. He also contributed several songs to the successful soundtrack of the George Strait film, “Pure Country.” Not content to just write hits for the stars, he’s toured with the likes of Lucinda Williams, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Rhonda Vincent and Elvis Costello, among others.

Jim’s musical influences include the legendary Dr. Ralph Stanley and George Jones. These influences and his unique sense of melody and lyric help forge a sound that is truly his own. He is a 2 time Grammy winner, winning his first in 2002 with Dr. Ralph Stanley for “Lost in the Lonesome Pines” (Dualtone). His next one came for his second “solo” bluegrass album, “The Bluegrass Diaries” (Yep Roc 2007) at the 50th Grammy Awards! His first CD with Dr. Stanley, “I Feel Like Singing Today” ( Dualtone/Rebel 1999) received a Grammy nomination as did his first solo bluegrass CD titled “Bluegrass”(Yep Roc) from 2006.

His current release, “Patchwork River” May 11th, 2010 (his second collaboration with Grateful Dead lyricist, Robert Hunter) is currently climbing the Americana radio charts!

Patchwork can refer to a collection of incongruous pieces, parts not necessarily united into a whole. But sometimes, in the hands of great craftsmen and women, those parts merge into a thing of beauty and warmth. Patchwork River weaves together the lyrical mastery of Robert Hunter and the songcraft of Grammy Award-winning artist Jim Lauderdale into something greater than the sum of its considerable parts.

Myspace:
http://www.myspace.com/jimlauderdale

Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Jim-Lauderdale/32284955330?ref=ts&v=wall

PRESS CONTACT:
Jess Rice
Publicist & Manager – Hear Now Publicity
www.hearnowpublicity.com
jessrice@hearnowpublicity.com
615.852.8804

Upcoming Tour Dates

August 25, 2010
Sunset Concert Series
Town of Mountain Village
Telluride, CO
Phone: (970) 728-8000

August 26, 2010
KTAOS Solar Center
#9 Ski Valley Rd.
(Rt. 150)
Taos, NM 87571
Website: www.ktao.com

August 27, 2010
Fox Theatre
1135 13th St.
Boulder, CO 80302
Box office phone: (303) 443-3399
Website: www.foxtheatre.com

August 28, 2010
Daniels Hall
Swallow Hill Music School
71 E Yale
Denver, CO 80210
Phone: (303) 777-1908
Website:www.swallowhillmusic.com

September 02, 2010
Society for the Preservation of Arts and Culture in Evanston
1245 Chicago Ave.
Evanston, IL 60202
Phone: (847) 492-8860
Website:www.evanstonspace.com

September 3 & 4 2010
Minnesota State Fair
State Fairgrounds
1265 Snelling Ave. North
St. Paul, MN 55108-3099
Phone: (651) 288-4400
Website: www.mnstatefair.org

September 09, 2010
Americana Music Association’s Honors & Awards Show
The Ryman Auditorium
116 Fifth Avenue North
Nashville, TN 37219
Website: www.ryman.com
Website: www.americanamusic.org

September 18, 2010
7908 Aspen Songwriter’s Festival
Wheeler Opera House
320 E Hayman Ave.
Aspen, CO 81611
Phone: (970) 920-5770

October 09, 2010
The Grey Eagle Tavern & Music Hall
185 Clingman Ave.
Asheville, NC 28801
Phone: (828) 232-5800
Website: www.thegreyeagle.com

December 02, 2010
The Birchmere<
3701 Mt. Vernon Ave.
Alexandria, VA 22305
Phone: (703) 549-7500
Website: www.birchmere.com

Those looking for new musical talent in the pop, rock, and folk genres should strongly consider John Clinebell. This Southern California acoustic singer/songwriter is drawing larger crowds to his Los Angeles area shows and more online fans from all over the world every day. He writes and performs a variety of original tunes, ranging from upbeat acoustic pop rock to spiritually-bent indie folk, in a way that honors the adventurous ups and downs of everyday life.

Magnetically drawn to the west side of Los Angeles, with its laid-back charm and coastal scenery, John Clinebell moved to Santa Monica where he began street performing on the world-famous Third Street Promenade several years ago. As briskly selling the original print runs of his studio albums indicates, and well over one hundred thousand YouTube views underlines, interest for John’s music in the Los Angeles area and beyond continues to climb.

John Clinebell is quickly gaining a reputation as a vocalist, live performer, vlogger, and songwriter who simply enjoys what he does, does it well, helps others, keeps humble, and constantly strives to take his abilities to bigger stages. His album, Make it Land, is currently being played on over 65 college radio stations.

You can find his studio albums on CDBaby and iTunes, over 100 original videos on his YouTube channel, and all live show updates on his Facebook Fan Page.

http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/clinebelljohn2

http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/clinebelljohn3

http://www.youtube.com/johnclinebell

http://www.facebook.com/clinebell

http://www.johnclinebell.com/

You can check out his video at our studio too!
http://www.livestream.com/flipsidetomusic

AUSTRALIA’S GOT TALENT-GRAND FINAL
Article submitted by: Debbie Stevens

Dance troupe Justice Crew kicked and hoped their way to victory in the final of Australia’s Got Talent.

The group of nine self taught dancers received a standing ovation as they were announced this season’s winners.

Dancer Solo Tohi, 23, said the win was proof that anyone could achieve their dreams.

“I feel like I want to cry and at the same time laugh, and I just really want to dance,” Tohi said.

“As long as its positive and your dream is strong, anyone can do anything.”

Tohi said the group had been practicing outside a stadium, using the reflection from the doors to perfect their routine.

“We cant afford the money to get the train into the city, let alone rent a studio,” he said.

“We’ve been practicing outside in the cold for awhile now.”

The boys from Sydney’s west, have also started offering free dance classes to disadvantaged children.

“We teach kids who don’t have anything or any money,” Tohi said.

“They were just chilling in the street so we said come dance with us.”

Melbourne teenager Bobby Andonov was a shock exit being voted off early in the final.

“Im just happy I got this far. I’ve just had an amazing experience,” Andonov said.

“Hopefully I get signed. Im definitely going to be writing more of my own songs and just try to make an image and a sound.”

It was an emotional night for the judges, with Brian McFadden and the heavily pregnant Dannii Minogue, reduced to tears as runner up Cameron Henderson performed a song dedicated to his three children.

McFadden also gave an energetic performance of his new single Chemical Rush.

JC’S GRAND FINAL PERFORMANCE

Interview by: Tracy Lewis

TL: Please tell us how did Nakedown come into existence?

Dana: Nakedown, pronounced Naked-down 2 years ago Jorge Quevedo, Nakedown’s original Bass Player, set out to form an alternative rock band and met Kevin Morales, Lead Guitar, online through Facebook. With that partnership intact Jorge brought in longtime friend and talented drummer/composer, Alain Hernandez. Alain, previously in the band “Singing for AJ’ with me brought me in to audition for Lead vocals and all agreed that I was the one to front the band. In less that 4 months we had our own website, created buzz on social networking sites, wrote and recorded our first original song together and were performing at local spots like Tobacco Road and Churchill’s Pub… not to shabby

TL: Who are the members of the band and please tell us a little about yourselves.

Dana: We all have different roots. My background is in musical theater so I always want to dance and tell a story through lyrics and visuals. It’s like when I am singing I can see the music video playing in my head. Alain brings afro cuban beats that are telling of his Latin heritage. I always tell him to bring the spice hotness to a song so I can rock it. Kevin is very creative and is always coming up with new stuff. Both Kevin and Alain are such music historians and pull from a mix of backgrounds to create our sound. Axel brings the thick jazzy Bass that really completes the songs. We have lots of fun and are always teasing each other yet we take our work very seriously and are honest, hard working, and professional.

TL: How would you describe your sound/genre?

Dana: Alternative rock , fusion with a twist of afrocuban beats. In short, Rock music you can jam to. I think that is what really sets us apart and has us stand out. Definitely fusion. ‘Streets of L.A.’ is really jazzy, while ‘Sweet Kisses’ has a bosanova flair to it, and ‘Wicked” which is reminiscent of Alice in Chains.

TL: Who is most responsible for the lyrics to your songs or is it a combined effort of all the members?

Dana: The lyrics to our songs are all personal from the heart. Usually stuff I am going through with love or understanding myself and life in general .I am mostly responsible for writing the lyrics for all original band songs. Usually Kevin or Alain will play something they have been working on and I will start writing. Before the end of rehearsal we have half of the song done. The song always writes itself. Currently we have 3 songs that we play that were written by other musicians/songwriters. We enjoy working with and supporting other local talent.

TL: What formal training or previous experience do any of the members have?

Dana: I have had some formal training, taken voice/theater lessons and have been in choir since I can remember. Guitarist Kevin Morales has been playing for years. Self taught, he has crafted his style by learning from Slash (whom he has a secret bromance with) and Yngwie Malmsteen. Drummer Alain Hernandez brings his formal training in the music schools of Havana, Cuba to the skins. On the Electric and Upright Bass is Axel Aleman bringing 15 years of experience and all the great influences of his teachers Nicky Orta, Matt Bonelli, and Dennis Marks.

TL: Who would you say have been the biggest influence on the bands sound or that you have used as inspiration for your music?

Dana: The sound has been compared to the Lacuna Coil and Evanescence, the playfulness of No Doubt and Katy Perry, the vibe of Whole.

TL: What do you want the world to know about what you feel it takes in the music business to succeed or advice you would give to others starting out?

Dana: Nakedown is out to let the world know that everybody starts somewhere .and ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE ! Be persistant and have faith. Have fun and be focused. Ask for help and what you need from others. No successful band got to the top by themselves. Promote yourself and be confident no matter what! Master your craft and always be open to trying new things. The most important thing is to work together to produce the best.

TL: Where can people go to learn more about you and hear your music?

Dana: For a Free Download http://nakedown.bandcamp.com/ or www.Nakedown.com you can also hear our music on itunes, Amazon, Last.fm, Lala etc and now Fans can request us in Sirius Satellite Radio and RockBand!

TL: One question I always like to ask is……..If you could play anywhere in the world or with anyone you wanted where would it be and who with?

Dana: Kevin would say with Slash or all of Guns n Roses anywhere in the world, I would love to perform with Katy Perry or Lady Gaga at Madison Square Garden or even old school jazz with the Rat Pack and Frank Sinatra. Axel would play with Jazz Pianist Chick Corea in Radio City Music Hall. Also Alain would love to play with Sintesis some day…

TL: What has been your greatest experience so far either individually or as a whole?

Dana: My greatest experience was at our CD release party at The Bar in Downtown Miami this past April. The place was packed and the audience called for 2 encore performances. Fans had their lighters up in the air and were dancing and singing along. It was so magical.

TL: Do you have any upcoming events or news you would like to tell our readers about?

Dana: Acoustic Show at The Luna Star Cafe July 1st and September 10th at 8pm with delicious food and extensive wine/beer list from around the world. It is the perfect date night. To experience Nakedown electric check our website for upcoming gigs where we can rock out together. We are always updating where we are performing.

To get up to date info visit www.Nakedown.com.

TL: Where do you see yourselves or hope to be in about 5 years?

Dana: I see Nakedown going on tour with another band and then Headlining our own tour with 1-2 albums out that are Platinum and performing at the Grammy’s and MTV Music Awards. That is the goal to make it to the top. I guess that is up to the fans…we can’t do it without you!

For more information about Nakedown visit www.Nakedown.com

FREE MUSIC LINK
http://nakedown.bandcamp.com/

Flip Side to Music would like to express our thanks to Nakedown for this interview and we look forward to all the the great music to come!
Be sure to check out their video over at our Studio
http://www.livestream.com/flipsidetomusic

Interview by: Tracy Lewis

TL: Please introduce the members of the band and tell us what role do they play in the creative flow?

Josh Doyle: I am the singer and i focus on writing lyrics about the ups and downs of
life.

Trevor Metcalf is the bassist and he brings the thunder and brews good coffee.

Devon Leonard is the guitarist and he writes lyrics and the music.

Lester Estelle (formerly of Grammy nominated group, Pillar) was our session drummer.

And the newest addition to the band is Danny Hutchinson as the new permanent drummer.

Devon: As for the creative flow, Josh will usually bring some lyrics to practice or i’ll bring a new song structure and riff and we usually work on it a couple practice sessions, and a song is born.

TL: How was A Cry Farewell conceived?

Josh: A cry farewell was conceived because two lonely musicians (Devon and I) were told by my wife that we should get together and create music.

Devon: Josh and I are the founding members, we got Trevor to jump on board mid February about a week before our first gig.

TL: Josh tell us how you became involved in music and how this has progressed over the years?

I think the grunge movement was when music really took a hold on me. and then music changed and bands like korn, static-x and incubus started coming out. and i became really interested in what they were saying in their lyrics. i then began exploring further into other genres like reggae,ska,punk,and metal where i found great bands like the wailers, 311,sublime, soulfly, slipknot, and the deftones to name a few. but i think the band that grabbed me the most was rage against the machine because they had unbelievable music and they had a purpose. i don’t know if i answered this question but i started out playing bass when i was fifteen and then i began creating music when i got a yamaha motif and when i had no one to sing over the music i decided to write lyrics and sing myself.

TL: Trevor is there any experiences in your musical career that stand out in your mind or have influenced your sound to date?

Getting to share the stage with some of the bands I am a huge fan of (Disciple, Day of Fire, etc) was an amazing experience. I try to bring my own sound on bass so I try not to be influenced by anyone really.

TL: Devon, who would you say has been your biggest influence with your music and how does that influence your sound with A Cry Farewell?

My biggest influences musically are definitely Sonny and the rest of the P.O.D group, Noah Henson of Pillar is probably my favorite guitarist. Also Jason truby and Phil keaggy are some of my favorite guitarists.They all influence my sounds which influences the sound of ACF. Other than that my friends and family who have always supported my projects.

TL: In today’s music and all the many different genre what genre do you classify yourselves?

Josh: There is no genre to describe us.

Devon: Right now, we have an EP with 5 songs on it. Each song could easily be classified as a different genre. From straight rock, to a techno-ish rock, and even our “metal” songs have a hip-hop flow to it. So I don’t know what we’d call our sound. Some call it Rap-core, but I think that sounds like crap. So let’s just say we’re a hard rock band haha

TL: What do you feel makes your band the most unique?

Josh: In a world of screamo hardcore bull crap and radio music that has no meaning we bring music from our souls and lyrics that speak of the challenges of the times we all face from religion,world politics,pollution,addiction,and following your destiny.

Devon: We mix hip-hop, metal, hardcore, reggae-ish, and even a techno-ish sound in a song. And you can understand the words in our songs. How’s that for being original?

TL: What has been your biggest challenge thus far?

Josh: The biggest challenge thus far has been the search for like minded musicians who have the same drive and level of commitment.

TL: How many songs have you written and produced?

Josh: I have written many songs. Some good, some bad.

Devon: As a band we wrote around 12 songs, and took the 5 best to record an EP with Travis Wyrick (P.O.D, 10 Years, Pillar) in Knoxville. That guy is awesome.

TL: Where can people listen to your music, purchase it and even find out more about you?

Our myspace has it all
http://www.myspace.com/acryfarewell

We’re also on facebook
http://www.facebook.com/pages/A-Cry-Farewell/273967089086

TL: Do you have any other new projects and or gigs coming up that you want people to know about?

Josh: We will soon be releasing a music video for our song Nothing Left and coming up with designs for cd artwork and merchandise.

Devon: Hopefully a tour with an established band soon, and the EP is available for purchase July 6th!

TL: Where do or would you like to see yourself, five years from now?

Josh: I would like to see myself on a stage playing our music for people all around the country.

Devon: Playing music with these guys and seeing the country while doing it.

TL: Any advice you want to give to other up and coming musicians such as things you have learned as the do and don’ts in the journey of the music business?

Josh: If you love creating music and its something you have to do then do it don’t listen to anybody who tells you you are wasting your time because if you listen to them then you will most likely give up. do it because its what you like and it what makes you happy. everything else will fall into place.

Devon: Focus on what you really want to do and realize you can’t please everybody. NOBODY will ever write a song that every single person will like, no matter how good the song. Focus on your sound and who you want to please as far as your fan base. Oh, and practice alot. Never become content with your skill level because there is always a ton more to learn.

Flip Side to Music wants to thank you for taking the time to give us this interview and we wish you much success!

Review by: Drew Lewis
for the song “Nothing Left” by A Cry Farewell

Newcomers to the musical landscape, “A Cry Farewell,” are bursting on the scene with the blistering single, “Nothing Left.” The hot new track from their recent recording sessions with accomplished producer Travis Wyrick, shows the unmistakable markings of a band that wants to mix things up in the hard rock arena. While mixing a metal sound with honest, open lyrics. This band wears its heart on its sleeve by taking their diverse musical influences and crafting a sound that is completely original and refreshing in todays music scene. Lets all hope this band keeps pushing the limits and creating songs that not only are enjoyable to listen to but provoke thought about a world we all inhabit.
Check out “Nothing Left,” at www.myspace.com/acryfarewell to hear more from the breakout band, “A Cry Farewell.”

Kim Cameron and the SideFX band offer an eclectic blend of pop, rock and jazz into a smooth, groovy listening experience. Think Carly Simon with an attitude.

The group launched their first album, Contradictions in the September 2008. Combining a fresh, genre-shifting sound with inspired and deeply personal lyrics, every song in the album is wrapped around a personal experience of lead singer/songwriter, Kim Cameron. Gaining popularity quickly throughout the Washington, D.C., and Baltimore, MD area, SideFX offers an alternative sound that is all their own.

The SideFX band officially came together in 2007 when they began expanding their basement jamming sessions to local restaurants, benefits and venues. In April 2007, Kim Cameron was inspired to write the songs in Contradictions after her brother-in-law was diagnosed with cancer. Writing songs became a positive outlet for expressing how much he had made an impact on her life. “My goal with writing and singing is to help take people away from a frustrating day or sad place and bring them back home – and home is not a location, but rather a place that you can feel grounded and safe,” says Kim.

The album name Contradictions carries hidden meanings. It represents the clash between the upbeat sounds and the lyrical content and the album’s lack of a fixed genre. For Kim, the true contradiction is: “What you see is not always what you get. Inside all of us are some hidden truths or talents that are often overlooked.”

A gift for storytelling makes each song by Kim Cameron an unraveling tale that effortlessly connects the listener with the music. Her lyrics speak to life’s journey, exploring emotional relationships and drawing strength from life experiences. The songs reveal a surprising depth—from lyrics about disillusioned troops (“My Hero”), to the temptations of a budding romance (“Come a Little Closer”), to an intimate portrait of a trapped woman who would “rather hide under MySpace eyes” (“Her Escape”). Kim Cameron gives the album a get-up-and-dance spirit with a seductive twist. Kim Cameron’s sultry alto notes blend seamlessly among the electric guitar riffs and the saxophone solos.

http://sidefxband.net

For more interesting facts about Kim and the Side FX band check out:
http://flipsidetomusic.com/?page_id=3391

Interview by: Tracy Lewis

TL: Please introduce the members of the band and tell us a little about yourselves.

EB: The AM Theory Project is made up of me, Emily Bourbon on lead vocals, Ableton Live, and various textural sound makers and instrumentation; Alex Smith on Guitboard and Guitar; James Emley on Keys.

Emily Bourbon: Vocalist, lyricist, composer, adventure seeker, foodie, lush, Aquarius.
Alex Smith: Producer, composer, guitboarder, worldwide music making sensation, Libra.
James Emley: Keyboard wizard, sexy surfer dude, mad scientist, crowd pleaser, Gemini.

TL: When was the band first formed, and how did you come up with the name?

EB: The band formed in 2008 after I returned home from a trip to Spain where my friend told me I was wasting my talent not pursuing music! When I returned to the States, I found some great musicians on Craigslist but the sound wasn’t developing into what I wanted- a live electronic trip hop band. So I disbanded from the musicians and went looking on Craigslist once again.

Then I found Alex Smith. From May of 2008 through October 2009 we collectively put together what is now our debut album, “Tried & Tested.” The name AM Theory Project just happened to make sense since we did most of our work in the morning and Alex’s first initial is A, everyone calls me M (Em); so, it took on a life of its own. James joined the band in January 2010, after reconnecting with me through Facebook initially as a fan of the AM Theory Project. He and I met about five years ago at the former Temple Bar in Santa Monica.

TL: What backgrounds in music do you and your members have if any?

EB: Alex works as a producer and composer. He also grew up singing in choir and went to school for film and music. James has been playing keys for years starting with six years of lessons at age four, he is self taught in music theory, and he used to play on cruise ships and in a couple other bands in LA. I grew up singing and playing jazz standards with my dad. In my youth and through high school I dabbled with playing the guitar, piano and saxophone but nothing stuck quite like singing and writing.

TL: If asked to describe your genre/style how would you describe it in your own words not using the standard descriptions?

EB: Genre: Electronic/Triphop. Style: Loungy, groovy, jazzy, sexy, hypnotic, soothing, delicious, aaaahhhhhh….

TL: Who would you say has been your biggest influence either musically or in life in general?

EB: My biggest influence musically is tied to my general influences, and that is just life itself. It’s such a weird world we walk around in and live in every day… so much to inspire- out of beauty and joy and the darkest depths of sadness from personal suffering to global calamity.

TL: Do you write the lyrics, or is it a combined effort of all the members?

EB: I am the sole lyricist for this project.

TL: I believe music/lyrics is best when it is created from real life experiences and more what people can relate to; do you agree?

EB: Yes, when lyrics are experiential they are relateable. Experiences can be decoded in so many ways.

TL: Are any of your songs about a personal experience and if so care to tell us about it?

EB: Well from the answer to a previous question you can safely assume the answer is yes! Some of them are written from personal experiences with people on a social or romantic level and others from various episodes of transition in my life. The song Feel Safe for instance was written as a way to address my conflict of emotions regarding the wars we are engaged in currently. I think the song reflects that conflict through the soft, subtle lyrics and melodies of the verses in comparison to the up-winding, chaotic rhythm of the chorus. And it’s proven to be relateable- many people have commented that it is their favorite song on the album.

TL: What do you hope for people to come away from your performances feeling or thinking?

EB: I hope people have fun, feel good, feel connected. And of course, have the songs stuck in their heads!

TL: What cd’s do you have out and where can people go to experience your music and or purchase it?

EB: Our debut album, Tried & Tested, came out in October 2009.
It is available to download from
iTunes U.S., iTunes Australia/N.Z., iTunes Canada, iTunes UK/European Union, iTunes Japan, Napster, Nokia, MySpace Music, Amazon MP3, and Lala.

The physical CD is a limited edition press of just two hundred copies.
These can be purchased directly from our website
http://amtheory.com
or from our store
http://amtheoryproject.bigcartel.com

Review of AM THEORY PROJECT’S CD “Tried & Tested” by Tracy Lewis

I was given the opportunity to listen to this CD in its entirety and enjoyed every single track!

Of course like with every CD there is usually a favorite track thus mine being “Feel Safe”.

Just because, I can feel the rhythm and the words become very logical in a not so logical world.

This band reminds me a lot of Portishead with a touch of Lamb but also with a very unique sound blended in by Emily’s very strong and empowering vocals.

I greatly look forward to hearing what is to come after this!

You can check out their video “Feel Safe” playing over at our studio!
http://www.livestream.com/flipsidetomusic


TL: Emily if given the chance to perform any where in the world, where would you like that to be?

EB: The Greek Theatre, in Los Angeles. It’s just one of my all time favorite venues, with the surrounding trees and the close proximity to the stage from just about any seat -it’s fantastic a fantastic experience for a concert goer.

TL: If you could play with any musician you wanted who would that be and why?

EB: I’d love to play with Elvis Costello. I’m a huge fan of his lyrics, vocal phrasing, and music; and he puts on a great show.

TL: Any news or upcoming events you would like to tell us and our readers about?

EB: Definitely- Saturday, May 22nd, 10pm @ Key Club in Hollywood. Tickets are $20 at the door, but we have tickets available on our website for just $15.
http://amtheory.com
If you get on my email list, which you can also do at our website, you will get emails about upcoming shows and any ticket specials we offer.

TL: What advice would you give to other musicians just starting out that might help them?

EB: One of my favorite quotes pretty much says it all; “Talk is cheap…It is the way we organize and use our lives everyday that tells what we believe in.” Caesar Chavez.

Here are the links to all their sites
Official Website http://amtheory.com
Myspace http://myspace.com/amtheoryproject
Twitter http://twitter.com/EmilyBourbon
Reverbnation http://reverbnation.com/amtheoryproject
Facebook http://www.facebook.com/amtheory

Flip Side to Music would like to express our thanks and gratitude for your friendship and we wish you much success in the future!

TL: Its great to meet you Odell can you tell us how did the band Ozone begin and where did the name came from?

OL: The I’ve been doing music since I can remember, I’ve had at least 12-15 bands.
This band , was started about eight and a half years ago basically to do work on a movie. I realized how good we were and decided that I should get serious and I’ve finally found the right guys to do that with .. They’re like family. So I dropped any of the projects I had and have been on a mission to entertain as many a possible as often as possible and as long as possible..

TL: What genre would you classify your band/sound?

OL: What we do is unique its hard to classify it because its from both sides of the track its a new style. I like to call Funk and Roll Rock and Soul. We do it like you’ve never heard. No one.. I mean NO ONE .. I know NO ONE. Sounds like us .. you’ll love it.

TL: Who would you say has been your biggest influence?

OL: Its hard to say who is the most influential when you love so many artists.. when you love music.

There has been so many who have influenced me from James Brown to Bob Segar,Temptations to the RollingStones, Aerosmith to Run DMC, LL Cool J to Jimmie Hendrix, Tina Turner to Doobie Brothers , Brothers Jonson to the Pointer Sisters, Stevie wonder to Stevie Ray Vaughn, Stevie Nix to Wilson Picket, Jackie Wilson to Bill Withers, Alicia Keys to the Black Eyed Peas, KC and the Sunshine Band to Lenny Kravitz, Kool N The Gang to Morris Day and the Time, Parliament to Rick James and George Clinton.

Don’t get me wrong I love country hip-hop the blues and Jazz too so for me to say who influenced me we don’t have enough time because I been influenced by everyone who has picked up an instrument and given 100 % . . . YA FEEL ME!

TL: Please tell us who the members are and a little bit about each of you as your role in the band etc.

The BIG FOUR!
Baldwin Tate a guitarist who plays it like Jimmy and so many greats all rolled up into his own style. One of the things I love most is when he plays with his tongue and behind his head. When he puts on his Jimmie Hendrix show the crowd goes crazy. He plays lead guitar. We call him B-Tatie.

Eric is the bass player He is technical ,thorough and always on point. He’s the glue. We call him Easy-E

Chris is the keyboards he gives the band the Ballad. The Stevie Wonder of the band . He can play any style as well as anybody and is one of the most laid back cool cats you’ll ever meet we call him C-note

Orlando plays drums . another person who can play all styles from metal to funk he can catch each beat and drop each one like its hot. Never a dull moment with Orlando around we call him, O

The Accessories -
Raphael lead rhythm. smooth bluegrass soulful style adds some truth to the sound.

Hayes plays horn. He’s an accomplished artist in all aspects and makes his presence felt when he blows that horn. We call, him hayez

Darla and Stephanie sing lead and background.
Stephanie , a trained college vocalist, brings a classic full range , many octave flavor.
Darla well, Darla brings the funk and the soul!
We call them, Lady D and Grape Juice. “We call her grape juice because her last name is Welch and I couldn’t remember her first name.. so Grape juice ..Welch!”

TL: Out of all the adventures this band has had is there any particular stories that come to mind?

OL: Well we were doing a big show in Kent State and we were BLOWIN the house up .. We had everyone out of there seats dancing .. There wasn’t any room , We could barely see.
My drummer “Orlando” had a few women around him while he played drums he lost place in the song and thought the first chorus was the last and in the middle of the song he stood up with both hands raised to the sky in his best rock pose while the rest of us faded out cause the song was not over.
So picture.. the drummer standing in a rock pose an everyone just fading out.. how embarrassing.

TL: Where has been your most favorite or memorable venue so far?

OL: My most memorable venue would have to be when we did the Ohio University Tailgate Party.
We played before a sold out crowd and sold a lot of CD’s and made a lot of new fans.

TL: Is there a venue that you would really love to have the opportunity to play in? If so where might that be?

OL: House of Blues. You ain’t made it till you played at the house of Blues !

TL: Where do you see yourselves or hope the band to be in about 5 years?

OL: I don’t know where I see myself as a musician in five years. We learn not to hope. You take the next gig .. you play it hard ..you enjoy it and go to the next. Whatever comes ..comes. If it happens to be a better gig , Great ! If its not .. Ok, your doing something you love. Count your blessings. You get to rock ! and that’s what’s next.

TL: Where can people go to learn more about you and listen to your music?

OL: Anyone can contact the Ozone by phone or mail at:
(330) 633-9978
1090 North Portage Path
Akron Ohio 44313
Send emails to odelllyde@msn.com
We do any and all kinds of venues. We do Weddings,Receptions, Parties, Reunions, Cruises, Corporate Events & More

And they can go to the following websites to check out the music and learn more…
http://band.to/ozonetheband/
http://www.boostindependentmusic.com/artist/Ozone
http://www.facebook.com/odell.lyde
http://mulars.blogspot.com/2010/04/odell-lyde-lead-singer-of-ozone.html

TL: Do you have any CD’s out and if so, where can people go to purchase?

Yes we do, it is called “Many Sides to a Circle”
you can listen/purchase our cd at;
http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/ozonetunes
http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/many-sides-to-the-circle/id291779597
http://www.amazon.com/Many-Sides-Circle-Ozone/dp/B001FBSI20
http://www.ozonetheband.com/store.html
http://www.boostindependentmusic.com/artist/Ozone

TL: Are there any upcoming CD’s, events or gigs you would like to tell us and our readers about?

OL:Yes there is………

Congress Lake Country Club Tea Party
Hartville, OH
Saturday, May 22 at 8:00pm

The Getaway
1462 North Portage Path Akron OH
Friday, May 28 at 9:30pm

Legends Sports Bar and Pub-Green
1840 Town Park Blvd Uniontown OH
Friday, June 4 at 9:00pm

Newton Mark Akron Metropolitan Park
Friday, June 11 at 7:00pm

Founders Day (AA) 75th Anniversary
Akron OH
Saturday, June 12 at 9:10pm

Legends Sports Bar and Pub-Medina
925 North Court Street Medina OH
Saturday, June 19 at 9:00pm

TL: Any advice or words of wisdom for other musicians out there?

OL: Always try to improve in all aspects of the business the music industry is not easy but can be as hard as you make it utilize your internet and all the great opportunities like Flip Side magazine.
Network with other groups. Don’t be afraid to have more than one booking agent. PROMOTE! , PROMOTE! , PROMOTE! , PLAY , PLAY, PLAY ! ROCK ,ROCK ,ROCK !
Bless you and Thank You !

Flip Side to Music thanks Odell and OZONE for giving us this interview, and we wish you much success!

You can check out their video “Witness” at our Studio
http://www.livestream.com/flipsidetomusic

Or these videos at the following links
Neighbor Video ~
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=10VFIUOEJ1k

The Girl is Bad Video ~
http://www.facebook.com/v/1150180003731

Kristy has come a long way from her formative years in Miami, recording herself on a Fisher-Price tape recorder. She studied Vocal Performance at the University of Michigan where she met her future husband and bassist, Mike Chiaburu. The two of them recorded an EP there and put together a number of bands. Kristy’s experiences at school cemented her desire to move out to Los Angeles and pursue a career in singing and song writing.

Being on the road is important for any musician, and Kristy played at venues all over the United States as part of her 20-show tour in 2008. Locally, she’s played at famous venues including The Key Club, The Viper Room, and Hotel Café. Honing her skills both on the road and in the studio has paid off tremendously, as evidenced by her growing, loyal fan base and increased radio presence across the country.

Kristy has been busy in the studio and is gearing up for the release of a new 12-song album entitled Into the Quiet, an effort that was largely funded by donations from fans. It’s sure to be an exceptional album and could be the piece of work that makes her a household name in the near future.

Visit Kristy Hanson on the Web:
www.KristyHanson.com
http://www.myspace.com/kristyhanson
http://www.facebook.com/Kristy-Hanson