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ARTIST OF THE MONTH
FEMMUSIC
realizes that it can not possibly cover all artists it receives information
about. To remedy this problem, each month, each staff member of FEMMUSIC will be asked to submit an artist or band whose link will
be posted here.
January
2003 - Piss Ant
Talking about
Piss Ant is only adding a voice to the choir. Piss Ant is already doing everything
right and appearing everywhere. Their material is punk, rock and it's fun! Songs
like "Sexx Junkie" and "Muder Highway" excite the senses.
Listening to Piss Ant is like being the gawker of a car accident. It's crude,
it's bloody, and you can't turn away. For more information and information on
their album Piss Off go to www.piss-ant.com
November
2002 - Cindy Kalmenson
Cindy Kalmenson is funny
and honest. In live performance she wears her heart on her sleeve and is willing
to talk about how much of her music is about relationships. She makes fun
of herself and of men in her music including such songs as “Hobo Rock
Star” and “Man of My Dreams.” Kalmenson wears an infectious
smile and her music spreads that easily. For more information visit www.cindykalmenson.com
August
2002 - Patty Blee
Patty Blee's CD, Disguise,
is a crossover hit waiting to happen. The songs speak country and rock in
a fun, and moving way. Her songs are honest and sincere. They stick out like,
"Soul Dancing", and "I Believe In This Love." They are
touching perspectives on relationships. Blee is destined for something bigger
and better with this album. For more information visit www.pattyblee.com
July
2002 - Kristi Martel
The common and despised
stereotype is the redheaded songwriter at a piano being compared to Tori Amos.
This comparison should not be considered for Kristi Martel. Her lyrics speak
through this record with their own tongue. Her voice has a brassy sly accent
that gives the songs a risky edge. Martel's CD, Brave Enough, has songs from
seven years and bounces between the time periods and the moods. For more information
visit www.kristimartel.com
June
2002 - Marjorie Thompson
The debut CD, Driven
to Distraction, from Marjorie Thompson is finger-picking blues, folk, roots
that dives into the listener. This is a CD that can take anyone back, but
also take them forward. Thompson has learned from master's and demonstrates
that in this CD. For more information visit www.mosugarmusic.com
May
2002 - Cindy O'Neil
Jazz, blues, rock
and heart are just a few of the things you'll hear in Cindy O'Neil's CD Flight.
O'Neil is a singer-songwriter, and writer in Canadian Musician Magazine. Her
music plays beyond "pop" music with jazz elements and instrumentation.
For more information visit www.cindyoneil.com
April
2002 - Sylvia Tosun
Sylvia Tosun has been
taught at Juilliard and has performed with the USO. Her newest CD is produced
Miklos, who has also worked with Celine Dion, and Jennifer Lopez. Tosun's
new CD, Anthem: National Anthem of Our World Volume 1, is risk. It is a collection
of ten of the national anthems to different countries. Performing any national
anthem is a risk in offending not only the country, but the song. Tosun does
neither. Every sports event in the nation should open with her version of
"The Star Spangled Banner." Her arrangements are creative and dignified.
As a pop/rock album this is the last one from listener's minds. It should
be the first. For more information visit www.sylviatosun.com
January
2002 - Carol Duboc
Reading the resume of Carol Duboc is reading a "Who's
who of music." She has sung, written and arranged songs for Patti LaBelle,
George Duke, Chante Moore, and many more. Her songs have gone gold and platinum
for other artists. Now her first solo work, With All That I Am, has already
struck the right chord. It is already a top seller on Smoothjazz.com. Her jazz
has hints of urban R&B and invites the listener with sultry dripping vocals.
For more information visit www.carolduboc.com
Artist
of Year 2001 - Susan Robkin
When FEMMUSIC
announced our top independent artists of 2001 more than one voice asked, "Where
is Susan Robkin?" When FEMMUSIC heard Robkin we understood. Robkin is pop
rock at its best. She sings with emotion and power, and leaves the listener
desperately wanting more. Her CD, How to Say Goodbye should sit in every collection.
Pay particular attention to songs like "Sunflower", "Everything
You/Everything Me", and Broken Inside." For more information visit www.susanrobkin.com
December
2001 - Deni Bonet
Deni Bonet and her blue violin are a sight for sore eyes. This is original music
that opens eyes, minds and dreams. Bonet has strong songwriting with her release
Bigger is Always Better. Bonet is a veteran and her style shows experience not
wasted. For more information visit www.denibonet.com
November 2001 - Faith
Soloway
Faith Soloway is what happens when parents tell kids they can do anything.
Soloway is an accomplished singer-songwriter. She is also Smell My Productions
known for producing shows like Miss Folk America: A Night of Song, Pathos
and Brutal Competition, and coming at the end of November, Jesus Has Two Mommies.
Soloway with Ian Brownell and Eric Schmider has come up with original productions
and has been able to recruit such talent as Catie Curtis, Kris Delmhorst,
Jennifer Kimball and others to be in them. Soloway has found the limit for
creativity and is running far past it. For more information visit www.faithsoloway.com
October 2001 - Shannon
Weir
Ethereal seblemce of alternative
rock doesn't even come close to describing Shannon Weir. Her vocals have the
air of mystery to them, and her lyrics are layered and complex in her CD Nature
About You. For more information visit www.shann.com
or her MP3.com site.
September 2001 - Jodi
Shaw
When one talks about singer-songwriters
Jodi Shaw may not immediately come to mind. Her songs have a quirky edge and
a subtle intensity that stays long after the CD is done. The CD is The Myth
of Patience. For more information visit www.jodishaw.com
August 2001 - Newcomers
Home
Country? Rock? Celtic? Roots? Folk? None and
all seem to apply to this Boulder band. Led by Katie Herzig (who plays guitar,
percussion and SPOONS), this band mixes genres in a flowing manner, and excites
a crowd with their music. Their first album, Miles From Saint Louise,
catches some of that energy of live performance. They defy a label, but have
a voice. For more information visit www.newcomershome.com
July 2001 - The Hissyfits
In the world of pop punk the Hissyfits are not unknown. Their recently
completed CD, Letters from Frank, is testament to that. The New York
based Hissyfits have a hard driving edge and their CD’s have an element missing
from big label music, i.e. fun. The Hissyfits are not a band to ask “Where
are they going?” They are a band to ask, “Where will you be next?” In a time
of corporate pop manufactured to the masses, The Hissyfits are a return to
punk’s best days. For more information visit www.hissyfits.com
June 2001 - Rachel and
Andy
Rachel and Andy – Rachel and Andy are not the typical duo most
would imagine. Originally playing as a cover band in Athens, GA, Rachel and
Andy took off like a rocket when the moved to Denver. It is easy to see why.
They are moving from being a folk duo to a rock band that Chrissie Hynde would
be proud of. Making that crossover is tough sometimes, but for Rachel Simring
& Andy Ard it is as natural as their stage presence. They do have an album
with their acoustic duo work including songs such as “The Doctor and the Mrs.,”
and “What Was That Song?” They also just completed a new demo. For more information
visit http://www.rachelandandy.com
March
2001 - Jennifer Teft
Jennifer Tefft’s new CD Shift is a bold new undertaking. A cross
between Joan Jett, Heart, and Aerosmith – Tefft is a name that should be long
remembered. Shift drives with incredible vocals, and backup of experienced
players. She easily makes FEMMUSIC’s artist of the month. For more information
visit http://www.jennifertefft.com
February 2001 - Gwen Avery
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Gwen Avery,
The Sugar Mama is a Blues performer extraordinaire. She has the voice,
the attitude to sing the Blues. She played Festivals, Prisons, and more.
Pay attention to Gwen Avery. For more information visit http://www.gwenavery.com |
January 2001 - Deanna Witkowski
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Deanna Witkowski is a jazz piano instrumentalist and vocalist
with many influences and a resume of world appearances. Her style is
influenced from Cuba to NY. Her latest CD is Having to Ask. Witkowski has been part of the Mary Lou Williams
Women in Jazz Festival at The Kennedy Center. Witkowski has a force
and a voice to be heard in jazz. For more information visit http://www.deannawitkowski.com
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December 2000
- Lisa McClowry
Lisa McClowry is Chicago based singer-songwriter with
numerous credits to her name. She has been peaking interest with songs in The
Adventures of Rocky & Bullwinkle & The Rugrats in Paris. For more
information visit http://www.lisamcclowry.com
November
2000 - Kyler England
Kyler England is an artist of intensity and passion. Her CD, If the World
Would Just End, is a dedication to her mother who died of cancer. From the first
track to the last this CD illustrates emotions in bold songwriting. England’s
CD is enhanced by superb craft and production that rivals label releases. England
is an artist to watch.
October
2000 - Randi Driscoll
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Randi
Driscoll – Randi Driscoll is a singer-songwriter whose songs of love
and hope have made her known nationwide. She has performed as part
of the Lilith Fair and her song “What Matters”
has been endorsed by the Matthew Shepard Foundation. For more
information visit http://www.randidriscoll.com
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September
2000 - Jackie Martino
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Jackie Martino is a Connecticut based singer-songwriter/rock
star. Her CD Run is drawing attention from more than just FEMMUSIC,
and with good reason. These are smart songs written by Jen Gallo.
For more information visit http://www.edenwaymusic.com
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August
2000 - Kelly Brock
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Kelly Brock – http://www.kellybrock.com
Kelly Brock is a Canadian pop artist. Her CD, So Close has
been noticed in Canada & The US.
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July 2000 - LA Carpool
LA Carpool is a blend of salsa and contemporary. Led by Faith Rivera
the band has made a name for itself with it’s strong MP3 presence. Their new
album is When Worlds Collide and can be purchased at their Amazon.com &
MP3.com. www.lacarpool.com
June 2000 - Lady J
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www.x-itrite.com
Lady
J is a dynamic independent artist. She is receiving radio airplay
across the nation. Her CD Music for the Soul is filled
with thoughtful lyrics, and strong performances.
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May 2000 - Andrea
Maybaum
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Andrea
Maybaum is a featured artist in May on the Women Of MP3 (see our links
page) , and has FEMMUSIC’s attention as well. Watch for Maybaum
to play at The Bitter End in NYC on May 24, 2000.
http://www.andreamaybaum.com
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April 2000 - Christina
Fasano
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Christina Fasano is came
to FEMMUSIC’s attention last year and since then her name has been
appearing everywhere. Her album Spiritually Wet is filled with
attention getting funk tracks that will appeal to any audience.
Http://www.funkywhitegirl.com
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March 2000 - Bird York
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FEMMUSIC’s
artist of the month for March is Bird York. This creative artist blends
singer-songwriter style in unique and intriguing ways. For more information
visit: http://www.birdyork.com |
February 2000 - Daria
Daria
is a jazz vocalist and an active member of the community. FEMMUSIC was impressed
with both the comprehensiveness of her website, in addition to her music. Please
check her out. http://www.dariajazz.com
January 2000
- Velvet Chain
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Velvet Chain is a Los Angeles based band led by Erika Amato. Velvet
Chain is best known for being on The Buffy the Vampire Slayer Soundtrack
(TVT Records 1999) with the song, “Strong.” Velvet Chain does much more.
Velvet Chain has creative lyrics, and incorporates different percussion
and supplemental instruments to make a music both dark and alluring.
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December 1999 - Alastor
http://www.mp3.com/artists/11/alastor.html
November 1999 - Cathy Jean
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Cathy
Jean is a blues artist with an attitude. Her style is brassy, sexy and
strong. For more information on her go to http://www.cathyjean.com
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October 1999 - Joy Eden
Harrison
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http://www.joyedenharrison.com
Joy Eden Harrison is an original
singer-songwriter with creative lyrics.
Her sound incorporates jazz tones that enthrall the listener.
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