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Lively original songs, with banjo, guitar, mandolin. Folk, bluegrass and kids' music. Good for lawns, coffee shops and parties. Optionally performing with Irish fiddler.

Acoustic, Bluegrass, Folk/Americana

El Joe of the River

Jazz, classical and folk-inspired music in the singer-songwriter genre. Solo-acoustic songwriter and recording artist El Joe of the River presents a sound that is the end result of an amalgam of influences ranging from Spanish guitar to Hip-Hop. A focused approach to lyrical rhythm and delivery show ostensibly in his vocal attack and timbre, while delicate and deliberate chord constructs make his guitar work immediately recognizable. Classical roots with jazz influence, rigorous poetry without pretense or forced formality, El Joe of the River's style and originality exists in the balance between inverse disciplines—the observation, absorption and emulation of the classic so as to create the contemporary and inimitable.

Hi there, my EP has been featured on dozens of music industry websites, and received excellent reviews from such popular and diverse sites as Music Times, Nashville Music Guide, Popdose, Rebel Noise, antiMusic, Review Fix, Absolute Punk and Guardian Liberty Voice, among others. The latest video from the EP, "Sweet Addiction" has been picked up and is currently featured on both VEVO and AnthiumTV. You can read the reviews on my website and check out the video below. I can perform either solo acoustic or if the gig is right bring a band. Thanks for checking out my profile!

I provide meditative music for yoga, meditation workshops, mindfulness workshops and concert performances. I can perform solo with my sitar, bamboo flute, voice and prerecorded background music or with my ensemble that includes cello, synth, guitar and additional vocal. My music takes the listener on a journey into consciousness and self discovery.

Acoustic, Latin/World

Paul McCarty (formerly of Wicked Saints http://wickedsaints.net) and Marina Gutman (http://creatingmarina.com) come together to form Non Duo – not two but one. Beautiful harmonies and original songs that mean something.

Acoustic, Folk/Americana

You may have heard her voice on the airwaves. In the Rocky Mountain region and beyond, she's a juggling mom, singing, "I'm lovin' it" for a McDonald's jingle, and she has vocally appeared with original background songs in numerous episodes of NBC reality TV shows during prime time. Over the past decade, the deeply worshipful song "Messiah," among other tunes she either penned or covered, is played on radio stations and included in worship compilation CD's nationwide. Now you can know the artist by name.

Aiden Moore was a member of the band Carney (Interscope Records) for many years. Carney featured frontman Reeve Carney, who is currently playing Spiderman on the Broadway show Spiderman : Turn Off The Dark. As a result of the band's singer Reeve landing that gig, Aiden and the rest of the band are now the house band for the Broadway shows. They have worked closely with U2's Bono and The Edge to perfect the music for the show. On the side, Aiden has pursued his own music working with Los Angeles based producer Mike Castonguay. Aiden and Mike's song "No Time For Concern" was recently featured in the ABC Family show "Jane By Design".

In 1968 Nick Marechal was just another kid in the San Fernando Valley learning to play guitar. Elvis was a hero making a come back. Garage bands were in every neighborhood. FM radio ruled. That period provided inspiration for writing the song “Son of the Blues.” In the early 1070s Nick received lessons from the late great Ted Greene. Nick’s picking style, knowledge of chords, and an appreciation for the American songbook came from Greene. Right after high school Nick played in bar bands. While attending community college he became interested in mathematics and engineering, as well as music. Nick eventually earned a PhD in mathematics from UCLA in 1986. In 1988 Nick became a member of the technical staff at The Aerospace Corporation and retired in 2013 at the rank of distinguished engineer. During that period he authored journal and conference papers in the fields of imaging radar and lasers. In the 1990s he performed in a three piece blues rock band Power Spectrum. Later Nick began recording with the help of session players Mike Finnigan (Hamond B3), Leland Sklar (bass) and John Robinson (drums), and later John Ferraro (drums). “It would be an all star band, if I was not in it,” Nick likes to say. In the last few years Nick was introduced to engineer and producer Niko Bolas by a good friend Fred Walecki. Niko brought Nick to Capitol Recording Studios and sent Nick to voice builder Gary Catona. That was a lucky break for a guy from the Valley who knows a few theorems and how to bend strings.

In less than ten years, Sarah Dashew has managed three critically-praised albums, successful tours, television spots, and a new full-length, establishing her as one of the music industry’s most consistent singer-songwriters. Her songs have earned spots on the hit NBC show My Name Is Earl, inclusion in the celebrity playlist of ABC’s Ugly Betty, rave reviews of previous albums, and successful tours throughout the U.S. and Europe with the likes of Cowboy Junkies, Michelle Shocked, Suzanne Vega, and Pancho Sanchez.

PRIVET EARTH! is an LA music project led by Ivan Smirnov, that plays in the self-branded genre of Blitz-Rock. PRIVET EARTH! have been announced the Grand Prize Winner of the FIAT Band Prix Competition, beating nearly 6000 bands and solo acts in all genres and styles. Privet Earth made a special appearance on VH1's "Top 20 Video Countdown" on December 6th 2013 in Miami. It aired on December 14th at around 10 am EST. Also, PRIVET EARTH! has been rated as a # 1 artist in the World on Reverbnation charts, beating the likes of Papa Roach, Motley Crue, Blondie, Chaka Khan, with nearly 26 million video views to date! etc His other accolades include: - 2011 Grammy ballot for Best Rock song and Best Rock Performance (under the former name Smirnov). - # 1 spots in the Video charts on Italy's Radiostar TV in 2012-2013. - Rave reviews in US and Europe, including an article by Muzik Reviews calling Privet Earth a savior of rock! Ivan has toured the world playing all over the US, Australia and Europe (Italy and Russia), playing to packed clubs, theaters and even stadium crowds of 10,000 + people! He shared the stage with such legendary artists as Scott Page (Pink Floyd, saxophone). He is back in LA now working on his new album and is open to do live shows in California.

Acoustic, Alternative, Blues

Sharing the stage with many well known acts like Jason Mraz, Gavin DeGraw and the Beach Boys, has given Erick Macek the opportunity to learn what it takes to make it in the music industry. Macek is no stranger to the national stage having appeared on NBC’s The Voice in addition to placement on shows like 90210, Melrose Place, and Life Unexpected. His shows resonate with audiences internationally with his motivational optimism, humor and stage presence. Throughout his career, Macek has many accolades including LA Music Awards’ “Best Male Vocalist of the Year, and Hollywood Music and Media Awards Winner for his song, “Love.” For Macek, music is an honest and soulful approach to the unending expressions of daily life.

Acoustic, Alternative, Folk/Americana

Sister Speak SOLO

Sister Speak is the recording alias for Canadian songwriter Sherri Anne, currently based in California with her stellar backing band. Sister Speak's moving live show and unique musical pallet has afforded opening slots for Xavier Rudd, Chris Isaak and Air Supply and concerts at premier showcases and concert halls. Sister Speak performs over 150 concerts a year throughout North America and internationally. As a solo performer Sister Speak creates a fun concert through a dynamic set drawing from a set of over 100 fun covers and over 50 original compositions. Sets are catered to the event and combine percussive acoustic guitar, foot percussion and strong vocals with a captivating and animated stage presence. www.sisterspeakmusic.com