The name Cranky George immediately brings a certain picture into your mind, more specifically the word cranky. I wouldn't let that throw you off in regards to the band with the name though.
Cranky George the band has a debut album out titled Fat Lot of Good. And indeed it is! A double album is a lot of music.
The featured track here is the marvelous "Nighttime." This is a great introduction to a tight band with good vocals and harmonies that knows how to play their instruments. Because of those basic tenets to success they are able to shape and mold songs of different flavors for a listener.
"Nighttime" is a perfect example of rock, pop and torch combined to show off their skills. Check out the stream and video and I think you will agree this is a band that has it going on!
The genesis of Cranky George dates back to 1989, when James Fearnley (accordion-player and founder-member of London/Irish band The Pogues) met, first, Dermot Mulroney (renowned actor, star and co-star of ‘The Family Stone’, ‘The Wedding Date’ and ‘About Schmidt’), and then Dermot’s brother, Kieran (erstwhile actor in ‘From The Earth To The Moon’ and ‘The Spitfire Grill’, now writer and director) on film locations in Colorado and Virginia...READ MORE...
India (lead vocalist), B. Rhyan (guitars) and Ivica (orchestrations) are the Astronauts of Antiquity (AOA).
"Future Back" is a step into the present day from a musical time machine made up of pop, rock and electronica sounds. India's even tempered and effective vocals float over the sounds creating digital pleasure.
Those who enjoy electronica or dance music will love this and listeners who like to turn on their radio to hear all the current pop hits will enjoy it as well. Give it your ear and see for yourself!
Fronted by the exquisitely articulated and cloud-penetrating vocals of the group’s NYC transplant and co-founder, India, the musical collective is propelled by the inventive guitars of B. Rhyan and orchestrated by the trio’s resident sonic wizard and programmer, Ivica ...READ MORE...
Cody Webb enters the country music scene with a lot of energy and charisma. His self titled EP says it all and when you hear his single "More Than A Little," it sounds like a polished professional stepping out from Nashville ready to take on this big world.
Watch out ladies, if those big pearly whites don't grab you his voice will. Cody's voice is spot on and clear concise country without a doubt and it's all radio ready.
Check out Cody Webb's country music it will make you smile and want to take a cruise down the nearest dirt road and breath in the country air.
Singer, songwriter, musician, and touring artist Cody Webb has played hundreds of dates across the East Coast, Midwest and beyond, earning thousands of fans with his expressive tenor and deft guitar work. Recently relocated to Nashville from his native South Carolina, he’s finishing work on his debut EP and has assembled a team of top music business pros for his first push onto the national scene...READ MORE
Sara Stevens just turned 15 years old and when you hear her voice you will be amazed how mature it sounds. I know we have all heard the term child prodigy overused in many areas of life however this young lady defines that term! On the track "Promise" she sings about sending her daddy an angel while at war and while doing so sounds like one. This adult contemporary piece is a beautiful arrangement that highlights her incredible vocals. I can see Sara becoming a big star either as someone similar to Susan Boyle or finding her place in performing operas. Either way she is a success and will continue on that path. Listen to this track and a future star at work! Keith "MuzikMan" Hannaleck
Sara Stevens has the kind of voice you hear once in a lifetime. Crystal-pure in tone, soaring from warm lows to shiver-inducing highs, it combines natural sweetness with conviction and power.That voice alone is enough to make Sara a remarkable artist. What’s even more amazing is that she is 15 years old. Sara is one of those undeniable talents who can make the most skeptical music professional sit up and take notice. “Most of the time, when people say, ‘I want you to hear this really talented 12 year-old, you go, ‘yeah, right,’” composer/producer Paul Schwartz, conductor of Broadway’s The Phantom of the Opera, reminisces. “But I’ve never worked with anyone like Sara. Her voice would be surprising coming out of anybody. It’s one of those sounds that make the little hairs on the back of your neck stand up. She’s just fantastically musical naturally.”Whether she’s singing an operatic aria, a musical theater standard or a tune she helped to write, Sara’s ability to embody the soul of a song is a rare gift. More than just displaying technical excellence, she brings a deep emotional commitment to her music. You can’t help but be a little in awe of what she does. (Excerpt of Bio from artist webpage)
C'nky Siwela's new track "My Name In The Echo" is an upbeat and funky dance tune that is full of the sparks of energy that make music so exciting.
The singer is from Johannesburg South Africa and he brings his music to an audience that will be eager to consume it.
"My Name In The Echo" has a contagious rhythm and beat.Give the provided stream a listen and get that body moving! Keith "MuzikMan" Hannaleck More About C'nky Siwela:
When I was 18 years old, I love dancing, singing and trying all sorts of music instruments. Getting positive results for what I love was a source of my inspiration to look forward. My real journey in my music started when I joined a well established institution of music in South Africa as a music tutor. I was too excited and also feeling inspired to be part of the institution. After few years as a music tutor, I became discouraged with the negativity and gossips from some of my colleagues. My flute students were doing fine and obtaining distinctions and merits with their exams until they were victims of infiltrations from some negative forces. I started to feel stress and nearly got killed in a car accident, I even lost my flute on the accident scene. The situation nearly affected my passion as a performer and music tutor. Most people around me were getting very concerned with my performance and I nearly quit. Some comments made to try and help me did result in actually making me feel even worse about my musical journey. Feeling trapped and lonely, I was very confused. I nearly gave up until I heard a special voice whispering in my ears reminding me that I am not only a human being but also a spiritual being and through the power from God I will beat this. This special voice made me to realize that music is not only a passion for me but a calling. I have to serve God and humanity. After a long denial and self introspection, I regained my strength and power to believe in me once again and I felt like a new person. Through hard work and self belief, I can proudly say I have realised that I am a born artist, inherited this art from the Siwela's family and I will never again quit. Music is my calling, hence the name of this song I present is titled “ My name in the Echo”. This served as an inspiration to whoever is trying to quit to listen to the voice of reason. The song talks about my struggle before I discovered my real place to express myself as an emerging Electro Pop/ Jazz Artist. If it was possible for me, it will also be possible for everyone.
