Slithering Beast

Slithering Beast compiles influences from Dwight Yoakam, Merle Haggard and George Jones to create an “uncompromising honky-tonk/country rock hybrid.” Homegrown on the outskirts of Louisville and recorded at their studio in Georgetown, Indiana, the band has begun touring and performing live shows to introduce fans and strangers alike to their “refreshing brand of loud, drunk and hardworking country music.”

(www.myspace.com/slitheringbeast)



Jerry Green

A soulful mix of blues and gospel gives Jerry Green the edge on the love tunes scene. “Do That To Me Baby,” offers both funky dance beats and classic love songs including instrumental pieces that are sure to get your legs moving. Music inspired by Louisville and recorded in Alabama, Jerry Green brings pieces of both to the stage in this album.

(www.cdbaby.com)



Butch Williams

Through stints with various bands including through the years as a performer, Butch Williams finally finds his place as a soloist both writing and performing his own songs. His album brings R & B, Funk and Blues together both vocally and instrumentally as his unique style and vocal talents are highlighted. His song “Mary Ann” serves as a tribute to the late Mary Ann Fisher where Williams gathered much of his inspiration and encouragement.

(www.cdbaby.com)



The Lawsons

Lisa Marie Lawson, James Clark Lawson and Larry Lawson make up this indie rock trio group called The Lawsons. The songs written by the father and his two children, are based on life experiences in Louisville. The vocals and acoustics create a unique sound that borders alternative and indie rock but creatively twists them to highlight the vocals.



Jay Stamper

“With a sound like mix between Neal Young and Ryan Adams, 19 year old Jay Stamper’s acoustical rhythms and melancholic heart-felt vocals, combined with some well placed electric guitar licks performed by the album’s producer Dan Weigleb, make this a seamless collection of songs that flow from onto the other, drawing the listener in.”

(www.myspace.com/jaystampermusic)



The Rugbys

The Rugbys release their sixth edition of the Louisville Music Series with their chart topping song, “You I,” along with a hot selection of both new and classic pieces. Their refreshingly upbeat sound and fast paced selections bring life to this series and keep your feet moving. Through the 60’s and 70’s the Rugbys smashed through charts and even performed on several TV shows. This series is sure to bring it all back.

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ULTRATONE

"I've been a big fan of Joe Scheirich's music since his earlier band Joe's Report. His songs are consistently brilliant, mature, and thoughtful. Ultratone deserves superstardom."- James Bickers - WFPK 91.9 FM

(ultratoneonline.com)



GYPSY SWITCH

When you listen to the foot stompin’ grooves of Gypsy Switch, it is no wonder people are steadily becoming attracted to this down home eclectic group. The music of Gypsy Switch is infused with hints of Blues, Rock, Soul, and Kentucky Grass Roots, deeming them quite a unique Americana band.

(myspace.com/gypsyswitch2)



THE BIG DIGGITY

“A thorough understanding that songs should tell stories, combined with a return to an old-school R&B vibe that makes a firm handshake with hip-hop and lyrics that mostly tackle adult issues (but still leave lots of room for shake-your-ass fun) is the mark of the music from Louisville's The Big Diggity.” -Tim Roberts Louisville Music News

(bigdiggity.com)



BABY LOC

BABY LOC is the next rap act spawning out of Louisville Ky. Her mad skills has placed her opening shows for the likes of Twista, Murphy Lee, Lloyd Banks, Trina and a host of other national acts. She has recorded studio tracks with Nappy Roots members B Still and Big V. All EYES ON LOC!!

(myspace.com/babylocone)



THE MAC

The mack is Jeff Shelton and has had the pleasure of making music with Tony Downs, Benjamin Herning, Pete Townsend, Paul Oldham, Angelique Perez, and Billy Bisig.

(MySpace)



THE GLASSPACK

The Pack, as fans have come to know them, burst onto the local scene in early 2000. From the moment you press play Dirty Women explodes right out of your speakers, slaps you in the face and asks you if you want more. It's not subtle, but what in Kentucky is?

(iTunes Store Link)



FOREE "GUITAR" WELLS

"Albums like this are supposed to be a watershed event of sorts in the lives of blues artists: a collection of their work, finally issued for public presentation and review: a threshold of excitement, anticipation and accomplishment. But for Foree Wells, this is not the case. Foree died on January 8, 1997, just before this album was first scheduled for release. Rather than a threshold, this work, for Foree, his family, and friends, is a testimony." - Perry W. Aberli, Kentuckiana Blues Society

(www.earx-tacy.com)



AARON CRANE

Sounds Like whiskey confessions mixed with a litte TONIC poured into DAVID GRAY'S beer mug and spilled on your vintage EAGLES concert t-shirt.

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HEIDI HOWE

"Very sweet and very country...from the deep end of the Kentucky holler."- Barry Mazor, No Depression Magazine

(heidihowe.com)





TODD HILDRETH ACCORDIAN TRIO

"This is serious music, played with whimsy and a lack of inhibition." -Peter Berkowitz, Louisville Eccentric Observer

(iTunes Store Link)





A.M. SUNDAY

Just as their hometown of Louisville, Kentucky is the junction for roads from music towns like Chicago, St. Louis, and Memphis, A.M. Sunday is the intersection where meet Aretha Franklin, Talking Heads, James Brown, and The Clash. It's indie rock on a collision with west end soul. It's rhythm and blues by ex-punks playing 9th chords - just don't call them a funk band.

(amsunday.com)



TROUBADOURS OF DIVINE BLISS

"The Troubadours work through folk-based melodies, some sassy jazz vocal riffs, a touch of the blues, a hint of zydeco, all mixed into a cosmic cocktail of bliss and joy." -Tim Roberts, Louisville Music News

(myspace.com)



LEWIS MATHIS

Original. Spiritual. Organic. Atmospheric. Lewis Mathis plays cafes, concerts and coffeehouses all over the region. His newest release is "word of mouth."

(iTunes Store link)

Marion Square

“A few words to describe Marion Square: atmospheric, electroacoustic, at times mellow, other times intense, but always melodic. Their sound and approach to making music recalls the seventies. They have been called the new Fleetwood Mac. Others say Coldplay with female vocal. They worship Radiohead. Marion Square is a band full of promise for the future, as all members are in their early twenties, and possess talent beyond their years. They float from instrument to instrument, with Ian now on guitar, maybe Brian or McCall on piano. Their material leaves one wondering how a group of artists so young can express a musicality so refined.”

(www.marionsquaremusic.com)



Sarah Scott

Sarah Scott brings Christian music with a folk beat to the five tracks laid out in her first album. Based on life experiences, her lyrics poetically describe and relate to a wide audience, allowing her music to be enjoyed by different genres and tastes. Growing up in a theatrical family, Scott brings her childhood passion to life in this album and opens the door for future performances at a variety off venues.

(www.myspace.com/sarahcathrynscott)



Chamberflow

A mix of rock, alternative and pop, Chamberflow breaks out another album with lead guitarist and vocalist Brendan Kavanaugh. With their single “Breathe” as one of the top five most requested on LRS 105.1 here in Louisville for 14 weeks straight in 2003, helping them win the Leo Awards for Best Local Rock Band and Best Original Band, their new album “Balance,” is sure to bring the same heat and excitement. Chamberflow predicts the single “Innocent,” on this album will have even more hype and it will be the first single to have a music video to accompany it.

(www.myspace.com/chamberflow)



Matthew Fogle

Since beginning his career in music over 10 years ago, Matthew Fogle has been writing and playing music based on life experiences that fuel his music. With shows that include backup on keyboards and drums via the rock band Smokin’ Ashes and a complete light and sound setup, his influence is felt across all audiences that are willing to listen. In this album, “On the Brink,” is complied of love songs, rock songs and pure instrumentals.

(www.matthewfoglemusic.com)



Endless Sounds Band

The Endless Sounds Band is comprised of band members of all ages with a wide variety of music ranging from blues to county, old rock and alternative. This album offers a dozen tracks that bring easy listening and are quick to catch.

(www.cdbaby.com)



The Soulful Sounds of Derbytown Volume I & II

This album is a compilation of many different local artists from 50s to the 80s. And like the name implies, they are the soulful sounds of Derby Town.

(www.cdbaby.com)



TENEIA SANDERS

“With its sparse instrumentation on nearly all of the tracks (just acoustic guitar, sometimes a bass or some percussion and a voice that ranges between pretty flutters and sexy groans), Sanders captures all the puzzlement, anger, pain, sadness we feel when things just go wrong in life with relationships or any situation where we have to make ourselves open and vulnerable.” – Tim Roberts, Louisville Music News

(cdbaby.com/cd/teneiasanders)



ROMEO LAUREANO

Romeo Laureano has opened for acts like the Neville Brothers, Men At Work, Eddie Money, and America. They manage to win over all fans by the end of their opening song with tight musicianship, great East Coast style folk pop rock from singer-songwriter Jay Goldstein. Their sound has been compared to Bruce Springsteen, Billy Joel and a touch of the Wall Flowers. They are backed up with three powerful vocalists...The Pearls who lend a touch of Gospel and MoTown to all of Goldstein's songs.

(earx-tacy.com)



ANDREA DAVIDSON

Born in Louisville and raised in Madison, Indiana, Andrea consider herself “…more of a small-town girl than anything.” One of the reasons she love music so much, aside from the fact that there is so much good music out there, is that “…it truly is the universal language. No matter what part of the world you grew up in or what you do in life, music is something that everyone on the planet can relate to. It is a beautiful gift and one of the greatest ways to get people seeing eye to-eye.”

(myspace.com/andreadavidson)



CRICKET

“Cricket reminds me of The Ramones, Nirvana or some alternative, bluesy hippy rock. Heck, I don't know what to call it. Hippy rock, pseudo metal, funk progressive, indie blues? Whatever, it jams!” – Eddy Metal, Louisville Music News

(myspace.com/wearecricket)



JAMISON TAYLOR FRENCH

French said his style would definitely be called pop rock, and that he has written over 60 songs. His inspiration has come from relationships he has had, previous and current. "Music has always been there for me." He started playing an instrument, the drums, at age five. He has since learned how to play bass, cello, piano and guitar, with the last now being his primary instrument.- Louisville Cardinal

(jamisontaylorfrench.com)



DON POLLARD

“Don "Big Daddy" Pollard has spent his life immersed in music, playing full time since he was a teenager in soul, jazz, blues and rock 'n' roll bands — whatever was needed, anywhere, anytime. And there are a couple of good reasons why he's never needed a day job: his voice and guitar playing, which are as distinctive as any to call Louisville home.” -Jeffrey Lee Puckett, The Courier-Journal

(cdbaby.com)



BETWEEN TWO LIONS

"Between Two Lions has enormous potential. Put This City On My Shoulders is my favorite Americana debut of 2006. It has all the beauty and desperation that Whiskeytown fans will love." - Michael Young, host of Roots n' Boots, WFPK Louisville

(iTunes Store Link)



EDGEHILL AVE.

"Sometimes you prefer to kick back and let the world exist on its own without trying to take the bull by the proverbial horns. Louisville's Edgehill Ave. taps into this perspective on its debut album."- Leo Weekly

(cdbaby.com/cd/edgehillave)



LEIGH ANN YOST

It's not every day that a married mother of two toddlers decides to learn guitar and form a band. Especially when she's 35 and brokers mortgages for a living. Today is that day. "Her voice is clear and strong and her songwriting is as good as it gets, with great storytelling and vivid imagery." -Laura Shine, WFPK Radio Louisville

(leighannyost.net)



CABIN

"A Louisville band whose stately pop rock sounds like Coldplay lounging on the front porch, until it eases into some ethereal My Morning Jacket-esque jamming. "I Was Here" is a song you need to download now!" -Spin

(myspace.com/cabin)



DAVE COX

Dave Cox has established himself by penning and performing some of the most original music in a town (Nashville) where originality is becoming extinct. Worldwide airplay and sales of his first two CDs combined with a busy performing schedule on Broadway has made way for a fan base that stretches across the planet. If you like real country music then you'll love Cox.

(davecoxmusic.com)



DICK SISTO

"I love it when I am inspired by other vibraphonists and Dick never fails to do that. Honesty and warmth, intelligence and integrity are always present in his improvisations. I think Dick has given us ("Soul Searching") his best work so far."- Joe Locke

(www.earx-tacy.com)