Awry-

Awry (pronounced uh-RYE) has a unique sound -- a blend of hot female lead vocals, surf/gipsy/jam/twang guitar, upright bass, and jazzy percussion. It's a sophisticated blend that feeds the heart and gets the body moving.

Formed in 2007, Awry has quickly gained a reputation for hot live shows, and truly memorable songs. Recent gigs include the legendary Stanhope House in April and November 2007, the Apple Blossom Music Festival in Warwick, NY, in May 2007, the Evolve 2012 festival in September 2007. Awry’s “Hottie in a Jeep” was played on 89.1 WFDU in May 2007.

Their self-titled debut CD was released on September 15th , 2007, consisting of 13 original songs. Several tracks have been played on 91.9 WNTI FM, including "Thinkin' About It", "Higher", and "Out of the Cold."

Awry consists of singer/songwriter Melissa Murray, singer/songwriter/guitarist Seth Fleishman, upright bassist Pete Lister, and drummer Elliot Rubinich. Check out Awry on the net...

www.awrytunes.com

www.myspace.com/awrytunes

Peter Biederman-

Peter Biedermann has been playing guitar, composing and performing live since 1977. He has also played numerous styles of music in various bands, most notably the band PING. PING started out as an instrumental guitar duo with Ian Smit in 1984. The idea then, as it is now, was to combine acoustic and electronic elements and create electro-acoustic soundscapes originally developed by the likes of Robert Fripp, Brian Eno, Jon Hassell, David Torn and many other lesser known pioneers of ambient musical sound structures. The majority of the material played during this period was original with the occasional obscure cover thrown in. The duo performed between 1985 to 1990. A recording capturing two of the original tunes was completed in early 1987 and was produced by David Torn. This recording is available on cassette only. Phase II of PING started up in early 1991. The addition of Joe Lentine on drums, electronic percussion and samples moved the band into a larger spectrum of sound production and performance. The trio attempted to bridge the gap left in the wake of the electric Miles Davis / Tony Williams Lifetime / Mahavishnu Orchestra spirit of the late 60's / early 70's as well as continuing experiments with the aforementioned ambient soundscaping.

www.peterbiedermann.com

Brian St. John Quartet-

The story begins long long ago in a far away place called Branchville, New Jersey in the summer of 2002. I picked up my first guitar and things have never been the same since. With this project, I wanted to surround myself with the best musicians for jamming and getting my own work through. On bass from Pegasus Jetpack as well as his own solo work, Jon Irizarry provides perfect grooves. On drums and other crap you can hit and shake, the percussion master of all styles Matt Carlson provides a solid foundation for my songs and numerous jamming possiblities. Last but certainly not least, on piano, drums, and most awesomely sax, Brian Cornish adds tone, knowledge and depth to each of our supreme sessions. I would hope you could check out some of the music or maybe come out and see a show

Thanks, Brian St. John

Dave Bryson-

Dave's vibrant music is infused with life and spirit. Born from the depths of the heart, Dave's music radiates positive vibes to all within earshot. Dave writes in a totally original style which incorporates a strong sense of melody and harmonic structure. Passionate lyrics and stylish chord voicings keep Dave's songs grooving and rolling forward into uncharted territory of the spirit. Dave has a pioneering musical vision that harnesses the power of spirit and translates the indecipherable language of the heart into ecstatic songs of hope, beauty and power.

Jeff Bujak-

Jeff Bujak generates heavily organized piano progressions, twists and winds them amid constantly evolving poly-rhythmic electronic beats and constructs a sound that is not only unique, but extremely fresh to the underground music scene. Bujak is a solo performer that uses computers, keyboards, effects, samplers and vocals to create a ‘progressive-piano groove.’ He creates a sound that unites keyboard influences of Peter Gabriel, Album Leaf and Bruce Hornsby with the hard driving rhythms of Prodigy and DJ Shadow.

“It's an ethereal blend of many diverse colors and tonalities. Bujak’s music conjures up images of grand piano sidemen of the past, yet looks into the future, harnessing technology to work for the music.” - Josh Taylor, State of Mind Magazine

“Taking complex musical melodies and rhythms, he makes it all seem very simple with an honest and seemingly fathomless talent for composition and improvisation.” - Dave Terpeny, Kynd Music

By mixing fully-original, pre-sequenced percussion loops and intricately layering track upon track of live keyboard and piano-bass progressions, Jeff Bujak produces a distinctive and novel new look at live music production. With the many types of jazz, ambient and classical piano textures throughout each song, his music falls into too many categories to be left in just one. Call it progressive-piano. Listen to it like no other music.

“Jeff Bujak is a natural musician/composer in every sense of the word. Part genius, part spiritualist - he takes the listener by the ears and sets off on a sonic peregrination of soul, rock, jazz, classical and contemporary flavors.” - Ty Marshal, Rarely Done Productions

BuzzUniverse-

 An original eclectic blend of rock, jazz, latin & world grooves.  BuzzUniverse features smoking horns and a rock-solid rythm section. Since 2000, the band has been performing and tearing up clubs and large festivals throughout the northeast and has released two captivating studio albums.  Described by jambands.com as "addictive & hip-grinding," BuzzUniverse has enlightened loyal fans with brilliantly crafted songs, incredible vocal harmonies and ferocious live energy. Natives of Elizabeth New Jersey, BuzzUniverse aims to  spread their unique sound and positive vibe far and wide!

 www.myspace.com/buzzuniverse  

Charlie Jones Band-

 Charlie Jones has been an influential part of the blues scene since the 1970's, performing with Bettye Lavette, the Jimi Hendrix Alumni Band and participating in the Joni Mitchell Tribute Concert. Between performances, he is an adjunct professor at New York University. Charlie's heavy mix of blues, rock and psychedelic funk makes this master musician a diverse and intriguing part of the past and current music scene. The music of Charlie Jones cannot be contained by one genre. His music is heavy with blues and ripe with funk and progressive rock. Jones's style drips with emotion and pure talent. Armed with a similarly talented band, Jones has the right medium with which to express his lyrics and music.

www.getcharliejones.com

Christian-

     Seemingly just a quiet and introverted young man Christian Peslak is perhaps one of today’s most talented young artists. When it became evident that no one he met in his hometown was serious about making music Christian took it upon himself to learn all the instruments of his compositions. Dedicated and focused, he draws upon the greatest musicians that came before him. At just 16 he plays some incredibly dynamic and moving music. With influences as diverse as Bob Dylan and Hank Williams to Link Wray and Iggy Pop he crafts powerful and enthralling songs with deep roots in folk, blues, and good ol’ rock and roll. A gentle and humble soul, he is almost always strumming his guitar, crafting the next verse or riff to relay. His dedication, talent, and skill are clearly evident when he opens his soul to the people; he’s truly an inspired sincere artist you just can’t miss.

 www.myspace.com/christiantrip

Cliff Street-

"It's all about time" is one of the newest songs by the upstate New York jam band Cliff Street. And for this upcoming five piece band, nothing could be more true. For the past seven years Cliff Street has been a dedicated band playing fun local hot spots all over the east coast. Cliff Street's music can be described as energized groove rock. Their unique sound ranges from the trancy improv guitar playing of Jesse Radosti and Kevin Fives, to the drum and bass freestyling of Sam Doyle and Mike Sharick. Rounding out the ensemble on keys is Jason Panucci. Over the past seven years, Cliff Street has mastered infusing a variety of different musical backgrounds including jam, funk, rock, reggae and strong vocals into a great night for dancing. To the band, Cliff Street not only represents the name of the street in which they first jammed together but also an endless musical road that allows the musicians to experiment with progressive new grooves sounds and rythmes. This road has led Cliff Street to playing in some of the east coasts top venues such as New York City's knitting factory, Albany's Revolution Hall and Necter's in Burlington Vermont. The pavement for Cliff Street was first laid in the party atmosphere of Oneonta State University in the year 2000 when four musicians decided to hop on a small white bus and travel down Cliff Street to play in their college bars. After three years of local success, Cliff Street established a following in the greater Albany area and have played at Bellstock, Phish's Coventry and The New York State Harvest Festival. The band has also played at the Sterling stage Folk festival and since then have played at Pennsylvania's Stonehenge, Baconfest (NY), and the Wallow in Clay Hollow festival (NH). With an eye on the future, Cliff Street is excited about their upcoming schedule. Look to see them at venue near you. As the band journeys down Cliff Street, they hope to bring their fans along for the ride as they continue to on their musical trip For more information, their full tour schedule, and free music from Cliffstreet, join them at www.myspace.com/cliffstreet or www.cliffstreet.com. As always, you can download free concerts of Cliff Street at www.archive.org

  www.myspace.com/cliffstreet 

Codename-

Codename is a fusion of tightly composed, high-energy progressive-rock arrangements, complimented by jazzy harmonies and funked out dance grooves. Their show is a true experience. The soulful connection is apparent between Adam Nash (keys/piano), Jon Joffe (guitar), Greg Halbkram (bass), and Sal Galati (drums/percussion), as their chemistry both on and off the stage combines unique energy, vision, and sense of adventure that all goes into the jazz-infused blast of funk rock that is Codename. Among their influences are The Grateful Dead and Phish, Herbie Hancock, John Scofield and Medeski Martin & Wood, Pink Floyd, Yes, Soulive and The Allman Brothers.

Their music is, in a single word, vibrant. From bars to clubs to mid-sized venues to colleges to house parties, Codename has maintained an impressive touring regimen over the last two and a half years, performing everywhere from the Theater of Living Arts, NXNW, World Cafe, the Fire, and the North Star Bar in their hometown of Philadelphia, PA to the Knitting Factory, the Lion's Den, and Coda in New York City, as well as Castaways in Ithaca, NY and the Sonar Lounge in Baltimore, MD. They attract music goers of all ages and tastes and continue to grow and develop as a single cohesive unit. Throughout their touring, Codename's had the privilege of sharing the stage with very incredible artists including Lotus, Strangefolk, Juggling Suns, U-Melt, Sam Kininger, The Brakes, Grace Potter, Yonder Mountain String Band, The Bridge, and The Breakfast.

 www.myspace.com/codenamejam

Crittenden-

Having earned respect on the national touring scene by playing his sax with the likes of Bob Weir, Michael Franti and Karl Denson, Eric Crittendens debut release, Blu takes the multi-instrumentalist (sax, keys and vocals), singer-songwriter beyond his horn and on the fast track to success. Collaborating with Soulives’ Eric Krasno and Rob Wasserman on a couple tracks, this front man-entertainer is at a whole new level. Crittendens’ Blu album is a jazz, rock-n-soul tour de force. With proactive lyrics, soulful vocals and blazing sax leads, Blu is as progressive as it is classic. Crittenden has a unique way of taking progressive new steps in music all the while keeping it in the vein of the old school. Im a medium of sorts, says Crittenden. I play the instruments and write the lyrics, but the music plays me; it’s that simple. From his musical birth Eric Crittenden, a Buffalo NY native, was brought up to the funk and feel-good soul sound of Motown, after-all his father played with James Brown. But it was later on in his 20s that he really discovered jazz and organic self-expression. Listening to and being influenced by Eddie Harris, Coltrane, Herbie Hancock and Pink Floyd to name a few, completely changed his life and he started on a path of feel-good genre mixing that is accessible to everyone. For me, in order to go forward you have to go back, says Eric; “I was raised with old- school r & b and soul and my father played with James Brown for 13 years.” “This is who and what I am all about, however this is a new era and music needs evolution and I’m fortunate to be able to do my part”. Blu marks a new level of maturity and sophistication for Crittenden. While he is no stranger to the road and making records, this will mark Crittendens first real national effort. Crittendens’ band Juke Joint Blue will be on tour in support of the record through out the summer and fall. What can you expect from a Juke Joint Blue show? You’re just going to have to check it out and see for your self! -namaste 

www.myspace.com/crittenden

Dancing After Hours-

Dancing After Hours is a Folk/Pop group made up of fun-loving individuals who put rhythm and soul into their tunes. The energy that is generated among these four on stage is convincing. With their catchy vocal hooks and melodic guitars, Dancing After Hours will keep you on your toes long after the sun goes down.

www.myspace.com/dancingafterhours

Daylow-

This is the closest vibe to the New York underground scene you can find around... Daylow, an improvisational Jazz band... is keeping hip-hop fresh. (Daily Targum)

Hyphen One & Daylow is an 8 piece band from Northern NJ. Taking Soul, Funk, Reggae, Dance, and Hiphop music to a new and undiscovered level. Modernizing classic organic live sounds, Daylow has achieved a completely original style of song writing and sound. The interaction between the rhythmic vocals and live instruments create a blend of high energy, party style hip-hop with a jazzy lyricist lounge groove. 

www.myspace.com/daylow

DJ L'ement-

Prepare yourself for an audio abduction! Defying genre limitation and blending multiple electronical soundscapes, DJ L*ement is known for his highly-energetic sets. With a background in the underground music community for a majority of his life, L*ement incorporates plenty of samples, glitches, bleeps, and noises into the complexity of his bass-driven beats and melodies. Come and feel the music dissect your soul and align your chakras. Surely a set not to be missed!

www.myspace.com/kritikalakklaim

Dreamosiac-

DREAMOSAIC's mission is to create deeply introspective dance music. Fusing electro, funk, trance, house, break beats, dance hall, and dub<<<<< ALL LIVE AND INTUITIVE ELECTRONICA >>>>> we weave together music made from all the ages and for all time, with focus on the undeniable power of live drums and percussion. We have drawn from the philosophy of a quadrant of the great DJ's and mathematical artists of this star system, and using said philosophies we create original, unique and melodic dance music. Our purpose is to play and listen together, intently illustrating the moment in which we exist. We are the collaboration and creation of Justin Wiley (Keyboards/Flutes/Vocals) and Joshua Francis (Drums/Percussion/Samples/Vocals). The creation of dance party grooves is our specialty, and every show is a truly unique experience for both the audience and the performers. More to come. Much love to share. 

www.myspace.com/dreamosaic

Drift-

DRIFT is an American progressive rock band which formed in New Jersey in 2007. Their music is marked by sharp dynamic contrasts, often extended song lengths, esoteric, abstract lyrics, and a general showcasing of its members' instrumental skills. Drift incorporates symphonic and other 'classical' structures, as well as plenty of noise, into a blend of musical styles which so far can only be termed “Drift Music.”

www.myspace.com/driftsongs

Drop Electric-

Hailing from Washington D.C., Drop Electric brings a fresh sound to the nostalgic world of modern music. Combining electronic instruments, including synthesizers and samplers, with acoustic violin and piano, Drop Electric creates a hybrid of electronica, rock, world, and hip-hop music with a booming, bass heavy style. This style reflects the eclectic backgrounds of each member, which in turn brings together Eastern and Western cultures over beats that make any crowd move.
 

www.myspace.com/dropelectric

Dude-

When Dude walks into a room everyone will notice a slight change of atmosphere. Perhaps it’s the dark spacey jams that make you feel like you are running out of oxygen?
Maybe it’s the grooving little jams and bluesy influence? All there is to know is that Dude came to do two things: Eat Oreo's and Jam. And guess what? They're running out of Oreos.

 www.myspace.com/dudetheband25

Echofission-

Echofission is a rock band from Bergen County, New Jersey. Its sound derives from diverse rock influences spanning multiple genres and time. They paid attention to the records they loved and they take elements that turned them on, modernize them, and make them into a brand new musical expression. They take their collective life experiences and play.

http://www.myspace.com/echofission 

Echo Movement-

Thousands of album-owning fans can say Echo Movement is a sprawling heatwave of original performance. The music is packed with energy, the lyrics are universal, and the hooks are infectious. iTunes hails Echo Movement as "a cohesive blend of roots reggae and pop songwriting smarts."

Brothers Steve and Dave started Echo Movement in 2004. With thousands of live performance experiences from a successful cover band, the brothers set out to form an original, independently-run band to capture the culture of the Jersey Shore. The name Echo Movement represents a contagious trend in music among the "Echo Generation."

The brothers are backed by an impressive lineup of New Jersey’s best young musicians. Each member has their own impressive background and music accomplishments. But together, the eight-piece brings down sold out shows with incredible performances and vibrant creativity.

Elastic Pyramid-

Conceived in Northern New Jersey, Elastic Pyramid consists of guitarist John, guitarist/vocalist Mark, drummer Brian, Keyboardist Joe and bassist Denise. Each member offers unique qualities, creating a distinct blend of integrity, versatility, and mainstream allure. Reflecting emotional turmoil within the confines of reality, they touch on politics, childhood bliss, and relationships. Their dynamic rhythm section provides the foundation for melodic guitars and signature vocals. Elastic Pyramid warps musical boundaries, fusing rock, jazz, folk, bluegrass, and punk. After extensive gigging throughout the spring and summer of ‘07, highlights included performing at The Bitter End and Crash Mansion in NYC followed by their debut release: “Live at The Bitter End.” In addition, John and Mark host an open mic from 9:00 PM to 1:00 AM every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month at Tavern on the Rocks in Rockaway NJ. Also check out The Jungle Jazz Initiative and Pico DäDä on Myspace. http://www.myspace.com/thejunglejazzinitiative http://www.myspace.com/picodada, http://www.picodada.com/ http://www.tavernontherocks.com

www.myspace.com/elasticpyramid3

Fikus-

Experimental Warp-Rock stealing future riffs through a wrinkle in time. Fikus rhymes with -"like us".

www.myspace.com/fikus

Funknut-

Two parts Funk with a whole lotta Soul, FunkNut is a duo of keys and drums, whose one mission is to bring Funk to the ears of men, woman, and children of all ages! Driving beats, and thick grooves, are gonna keep you dancing till the sun comes up! Look for them in a town near you.Tony Gallicchio has played with Rebel Jelly, the Badgemen, Doja, Rubber Soul, the Cosmic Sex Prophets, the Hill Street All Stars, Go Down Fighting, Little Bobby, Pete Schmidt, and Anton Flint.This year will also bring the release of Tony’s second album, due out this summer, and will be available thru I Tunes, CD Baby, and at live Shows. Funknut will be on the move along the East Coast spreading the music to everyone!

for more info go to tinyace.com

Review of debut album Groove Junction:

Tony Gallicchio could not have chosen a more fitting name for his record Groove Junction. It is just that. Every song grooves, swoons and jives through fantastic bass work, soothing, yet soulful vocals and some solid piano play.

Groove Junction is a silky smooth record with talented, slinky bass lines and stealthy guitar work, backed up by lounge-worthy drumming and nice vocals. Gallicchio’s voice is top notch throughout. Gallicchio can wail as well as he can sing, as evident on Wondering, which might be the best track on Groove Junction. It surely is the catchiest. There is one guarantee with this record for sure; it will make you want to move. Whether it be just toe-tapping, head swaying, or maybe even finger snapping, this record will make it happen. You might even want to groove out a nice slow dance to it. The track As We Come of Age has a lot of good parts to it; a soft and subtle guitar solo, strict bass line and some of the record’s better vocals. Half Step is a nice display of all of the members’ musical ability. No vocals, all instruments. It is with this track that you’re able to see just what type of talent these guys possess.

This is the type of music I can see putting your feet up to, swirling a nice glass a brandy, and lighting up a fine cigar. Those are the perfect things to do while listening, either that, or love making.

By: Brian Campbell Rochesterathome.com

To purchase Groove Junction go to cdbaby.com

www.myspace.com/tonygallicchio

Ghandharva-

Ghandharva performs inspired instrumental pieces of music using an eclectic blend of international percussion instruments including the tabla, frame drum, balafon, doun doun, conga, djembe, berimbau, shekere, singing bowls and bells. They infuse the traditional music and rhythms of West Africa, East India, Brazil, and Cuba with the dynamics and attitude of Rock & Roll to create a refreshingly unique hybrid percussive sound that is meditative, as well as up lifting and intense.They have also incorporated the use of a technology known as "live sampling" or "looping" along with the use of digital and analog effects which allows them to expand their sound and create interesting textures.

The heart of the band consists of two percussionists from North West New Jersey, Arjun Alan Bruggeman and Chuck Wood. They have been recording and touring the U.S. under the name Ghandharva since the spring of 2002. Chuck and Alan often invite other musicians to perform with them on stage. At past shows additional percussionists, vocalists, and a sitar player have been added to the line up to give their live shows an ever changing sense of excitement.

www.myspace.com/ghandharva

Hemp Bag Monk-

Hemp Bag Monk is named after the Laughing Buddha- Hotei, a real historical figure. He would go about, distributing gifts to all from his hemp-fiber satchel. Eagerly sought by multitudes wishing to gain wisdom and liberation, the Hemp Bag Monk would often answer their toughest questions with a deep, joyful belly-laugh, and people became liberated. Don't take your problems so seriously, lighten up, enjoy life and people- live-laugh-love. This is the way of the Hemp Bag Monk! Blues-based power rock featuring the guitar wizardry of Evan DiGiambattista. Hemp Bag Monk wants to rock you. Hard. 

www.myspace.com/hempbagmonk

Humblebee-

Built from an All-Star cast of New England musicians, HUMBLEBEE employs harmonized guitars against a balanced rhythm section to create their jammy rock & roll sound. Led by guitarists DAVE BRUNYAK (OAK STREET), and MATT McDANIEL (HINT OF LIME), HUMBLEBEE blends energetic original tunes with chart-tested covers. Members of HUMBLEBEE have shared the stage with THE ALLMAN BROTHERS BAND, MAX CREEK, JAMES BROWN, GOVT. MULE, STRANGEFOLK, RAQ, ENTRAIN, ASSEMBLY OF DUST, KELLER WILLIAMS and MORE. HUMBLEBEE can be seen this summer performing at the Northeast’s most visited music festivals among some of the nation’s most acclaimed musicians.

www.myspace.com/humblebeehive        

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Jounce-

 Jounce is an NYC-based band of psychedelic rock not unlike the Kings of Leon. With a haunting lead guitar and the unique vocal styling from all the members, Jounce blends funk, rock and go-go into a groovy blend.

Jounce shows are a full-body experience, felt as easily as they are heard. Songs spanning 15-plus minutes pump the band’s groove-infused blend of beat-heavy rock and electric soul and funk into a bouncing crowd.

Festival appearances include the 2007 Green Apple Music Fesival, the 2003 Berkshire Mountain Music Festival (with headliners the Flaming Lips, Medeski Martin & Wood, and STS9), The Great Bamboozle 2004 & 2005 (with headliners the Roots, Medeski Martin & Wood, and moe.), StrangeCreek 2005 (with headliners Strangefolk and Max Creek), headlining Hampshire College Halloween 2004 and successful shows at Syracuse University and Ramapo College of New Jersey.

Additionally Jounce has gigged with acts including the Benevento Russo Duo, Derek Trucks Band, Brothers Past, The Slip, Antibalas, ulu, Pnuma Trio, Lo Faber of God Street Wine, Addison Groove Project and Particle.

www.myspace.com/jounce  

Juggling Suns-

Recently referred to as one of the Jam Scene's "Best Kept Secrets" by Relix magazine, Juggling Suns have been abducting fans from New Jersey to Japan since 1997. Their roots lie in the diverse musical styles of old school psychedelia, jazz, bluegrass, funk, trance, dance and pure rock n roll, and those roots have fueled their legendary on-stage improvisation. The Suns have played to packed audiences in Japan and all over the United States, appeared in the Julia Roberts movie Runaway Bride, performed personally for the NBAs Bill Walton, and won consecutive awards for Best Jam Band at NJs Asbury Music Awards (2002- 2003). The Suns blend their well-crafted original music, with their own take on covers from Sesame Street songs to Bill Withers to create a one of a kind setlist experience at every show.The Suns have toured nationally many times and held their own as one of the east coast’s favorite live acts- going on 12 years strong since its conception in 1995. Juggling Suns consists of founding members Mark Diomede (Solar Circus) and Gus Vigo (World Within). Tim Morris, originally Diomede's acoustic side project partner, came on board to take over rhythm guitar skills in 2003. Andrew Lenaghan and Paul Gaita make up the driving bass and drums , blistering in their ability to make people move both in body and spirit. Their original songs have been covered by the Disco Biscuits and Keller Williams, and the Suns have hosted numerous guest musicians up on stage beside them, including Buddy Cage (New Riders of the Purple Sage), Jimmy Herring (Widespread Panic), David Gans (Dead Hour),Tom Constanten (Grateful Dead), Tim Carbone (Railroad Earth),Martin Fierro (Legion of Mary), Jon Gutwillig (The Disco Biscuits) and Keller Williams. Guitarist Mark Diomede, who has been on the road as a musician since 1989, received the Asbury Music Awards Lifetime Achievement Award in 2003. Diomede has shared the stage with Bruce Springsteen, Jimmy Herring, SantImageana, moe., Mickey Hart and Bob Weir. 2006 Has brought a new life into Juggling Suns. Rediscovered and newly signed by Aeria Records, Juggling Suns has released their 7th (and live) CD Tranzmutation -which was received with stellar reviews and regular Sirius radio airplay. 2007 has proved to be a rebirth of Juggling Suns with the addition of Gaita on bass guitar. A new album is in the works, a third year return to Gathering of the Vibes in August, and expanded horizons of musical adventure are just around the corner. get abducted.

www.myspace.com/jugglingsuns

Jungle Jazz Initiative-

JJI is a 3 piece Jamtronica ensemble hailing from North Jersey. Defying genres, the Initiative delivers a potent live experience that gets everyone grooving and moving towards the front of the stage. Keyboardist, Jo Biglin, was invited to study jazz with the legendary John Medeski of Medeski, Martin and Wood.  JJI's infectious grooves and mind-bending futuristic jams are reminiscent of MMW, STS9 and Squarepusher. This band must be experienced live, where experimental electronic improv is generated by the shouts and energy of their devoted fans- but be warned, it's a jungle out there.

www.myspace.com/thejunglejazzinitiative

Katie Pearlman Band-

"Katie Pearlman could just as surely become the next Don Henley, as her natural vocal talent, united with her drumming expertise creates an unbridled fusion of rhythm and vocals."
Northeast In -Tune Magazine -

"Your album is amazing. It's so musical and well-recorded and well-sung and real. I've been with this mag since August 2004, and I have to tell you that it's best locally produced CD I've ever heard." Bob Smith - Good Times Magazine

“Resembling a Joss Stone-meets-Joni Mitchell vocal style" and "...Pearlman creates a more instrumentally varied record than might be expected from a singer-songwriter.” Melanie Wolfson - The Acquarian

Katie is a singer/songwriter/drummer/guitarist and as you can see, at this point, Katie is exploring all of the possibilities of playing her music. She sees herself as leading her band vocally and musically from behind the drum kit, but also has been exploring coming out from behind the kit and fronting the band with her acoustic guitar. With Katie, things never stay in one place, they are always reinventing themselves (even this bio!), so the one thing to be sure of is that the vision of the future is and will be a work in progress.

What seems to be a recurring theme with Katie, though, is her inner search for truth and understanding of herself and the world she’s part of. This search is now being explored through writing and performing music as well as looking to find her place and voice in the musical world and the world at large. These searches are evident if you listen to her songs. The lyrical and emotional content tend to resonate within many people, and her growing audience seems to find reflections of their own searching and struggles in her work. As Katie has become aware of the connections she’s making with these former strangers, now kindred spirits as well as fans, she has become more inspired to perform her music, feeling that if her performance reaches but one person, it has been worth the effort.

myspace.com/katiepearlmanmusic

Kietchos Peachos-

 www.myspace.com/keitchospeachos   

 Kings in Disguise-

Formed in 1990 on a farm in rural New Jersey, Kings have recorded three critically acclaimed CD’s, played they’re brand of hillbilly funk n’ folk for music lovers up and down the East Coast and opened up for some of their heroes such as Van Morrison, Taj Mahal, Graham Parker, Dr. John, Alejandro Escovedo and Dave Alvin.

In the last two years of his life, Kings In Disguise regularly backed up rock and roll hall of famer Rick Danko of the Band at such venues as the Bottom Line and colleges and clubs throughout the North East.

Kings In Disguise took their name from the one act play written by James Vance. The play is the story of a young boy who runs away from his troubled home and along the way is taken in by hobos’ who refer to themselves as Kings In Disguise in an attempt to conceal their real identities and lend a sense of dignity to their otherwise arduous lives. It was eventually released as a wonderful graphic novel featuring the brilliant artwork of Dan Burr and published by Kitchen Sink Press.

Since the formation of Railroad Earth, Tim Carbone and Andy Goessling have had precious little time for anything else. Still, Kings In Disguise continue to perform sporadically around the Northwestern New Jersey- Northeastern Pennsylvania area.

www.kingsindisguise.com

Lima Research Society-

ATTN: LRS will be unable to join us this year- I am keeping the link up still, cause everyone should enjoy Lima's sweet music!!

The Lima Research Society conducts research along the lines of fun potentiality and maximum smile curve potential. Reminiscent of The Flaming Lips, the"Society" puts on psychedelic shows with flair and aplomb. Lima's hip neon kool-aid pop is joyful and infectious, spreading love and good vibes like an uncontrollable viral bloom. A LRS show is like rocky horror meets the teletubbies and all parties end up on a magic school bus ride en route to the Land of Make-Believe.

www.myspace.com/limaresearchsociety

Los Huevos-

www.myspace.com/loshuevosmusic  

Foster McGinty-

With influences such as Jimi Hendrix and Cream, it's no wonder Foster McGinty and his funk/rock vision earn the title of "power trio."  The music is a raw combination of colorful riffs draped over funky grooves that entices a closet dancer to the floor. Lyrically, Foster has been described as Jimi Hendrix meets Woody Guthrie.  He draws on everyday emotions and presents them through thought-provoking stories, told with illustrative words.  Live shows are as compelling visually as they are musically--the energy shared on stage with drummer Dave Butler and bassist Seth Myers seems to project with the same intensity as the music.  All three musicians share smiles, laughs, and admiration as they take things to higher levels.  Their jams display chemistry, musical capacity and diversity. Together they build a strong backbone for McGinty’s imagination, vision and self taught technique.

www.myspace.com/myfostermcginty

Medicine Head-

Medicine Head is a new band. In just a few months, they have cut a 3 song demo and have been playing locally in northern New Jersey, developing a good following. Medicine Head is all about having a good time, and they want you to have a good time too! Shows will be listed regularly, and please check out our new demo. Medicine Head is going to be cutting a full length album in the studio soon, so check back often for updates! Add us, spread the word, and most importantly, SPREAD THE LOVE! -Medicine Head 

www.myspace.com/medicineheadband

Sheri Miller-

"Most songwriters are lucky to discover their voice, but Sheri Miller has a variety to choose from. She manages to find the edge in even the most conventional emotions -- the flutter of desperation within devotion, the tug of self-doubt within conviction. Her singing conveys those subtleties and hints at deeper ones, all while never compromising the alluring surfaces of her songs. She makes a powerful first impression, and then, even better, a series of more complex and lasting ones."
- Anthony DeCurtis, Contributing Editor, ROLLING STONE


"New York City's best kept singer-songwriter secret."
-Tom Semioli, Amplifier Magazine


“A grown up soulful voice, top quality musicianship, excellent songwriting skills, and emotion destined to draw you in…Written, arranged, and performed superbly…Her energy burns bright for what I hope is a long and artful journey.” (Rating 4 stars)
-Mike Cavanuah, All Access Magazine


"New York singer/songwriter with a fine voice...impressive assemblage of songs, particularly the rock-edged "Waste My Breath" and pretty "The Blade."
-Ken Barnes, USA TODAY


"Sheri Miller delivers what so many only reach for: truly inspired, deeply personal, authentically original songs, delivered without pretense in a profound vocal style that transcends her young age. It's a rare gift to work with an artist of her caliber at the beginning of her career. Unless my long experience making records has taught me nothing, Sheri is someone we'll be listening to, and talking about, for a long, long time."
-Ted Spencer, Independent Engineer/Studio Owner
Credits: Shawn Colvin, Roberta Flack, Janis Ian, Art Garfunkel, Roseanne Cash 

www.myspace.com/sherimiller

Mistress Jade-

Polish / American psychedelic trance DJ, Mistress Jade, has been making waves in the global ocean of psychedelic & goa trance since 2005, firmly standing her ground as she continues to enlighten the crowds before her with her unique sound. Her passion for this music along with her devotion to the psychedelic trance culture, has paved the way forward for Mistress Jade, as she raises the climate at all the parties that have had the honor of hearing this dynamic DJ.

Mistress Jade's wizardry on the CD decks is nothing but seamless and flawless as she blends a diverse range of psychedelic sounds, gradually bringing Mistress Jade to the forefront of the electronic dance music scene she is so passionate about. Mistress Jade is not just a DJ, she is a performer, sharing her love and her energy with the audience behind the audio altar, as the dance floor responds back in admiration.

Mistress Jade explains, "My discovery of psychedelic trance was indeed a blessing and I found my true calling as a DJ. I needed to enlighten people the same way I was enlightened by this amazing music. My quest continues...let me take you on a trip." Mistress Jade has been brought up around the sounds of electronic music all of her life, this upbringing already building the foundations for this future star. She graduated from the School of Audio Engineering in New York City in 2005, obtaining a diploma in audio technology, furthering both her love and knowledge of music.

At only the age of 21, Mistress Jade has already performed at countless parties across her homeland of America. In January 2007, she made her international debut at Trance Orient Express in Ruigoord, Holland, the infamous artist village located right outside of Amsterdam, known for it's annual Solstice festival. Several weeks later, she made her UK debut at the legendary Fridge nightclub in Brixton, where she played an exclusive 4 hour set. Mistress Jade's performances are both driving and melodic, and her diverse skill ensures that her performances are suited to all events.

"Mistress Jade is an absolute honor and pleasure to have at your event. It is also a great honor to be working alongside Mistress Jade with her career and future development. The enthusiasm, passion, and spiritual energy that she devotes to the psychedelic & goa trance scene is her driving force and long let this continue as she enlightens and awakens the parties and festivals with her sound and visual presence", explained Tom from Psylicious.

www.myspace.com/djmistressjade

Natural Breakdown-

Our goal is to raise consciousness through sound and word. To bring crowds to intense peaks, through a winding river of sound. Like Nature breaks down rock over thousands of years, and how everything can be broken down to its base component, light: Natural Breakdown is a hopeful outlook and a call for change. We believe that the world is in need of some serious healing, and a strong vehicle for this shift is music. We want to break down the barriers between people and bridge the gap between performers/audience, to uncover that core experience of unity and oneness. We strive to bring people together for a unique and uplifting musical healing experience and hopefully spread the seeds of a brighter future in this time of great change.

www.myspace.com/thenaturalbreakdown

New York Funk Exchange

Combining the talents of Serena Fortier (vocals), Ray Holman (drums/vocals), Matt Fox (bass guitar), Jamey Zebrack (keys/vocals), Matty G (guitar) and Nick Martino (trumpet), the New York Funk Exchange was born in the fall of 2007. The NYFE hails from Brooklyn, NY and has been performing their original music live in the North East since that time.

The multi-talented members of NYFE combine the roots of funk, soul, R&B, and jazz with their own unique arrangements and dynamic rhythms. This innovative sound is a result of the band’s skillful song writing abilities and the many influences they incorporate into their music.

Serena’s soulful vocals are powered by the band’s strong rhythm section. Her heartfelt lyrics are separated by inspirational melodies. Each member is a master at their instrument, but all possess the virtue of harmony when playing together.

Each member of the NYFE has a deep respect and enthusiasm for music and its ongoing creative process. Their individual passion and the powerful group energy fuels the excitement that can be found during every live performance, as well as in their studio recordings. They are on a collective journey to continuously experience more in every realm of music, from theory to performance.

www.myspace.com/nyfunkexchange

Pegasus Jetpack-

By mixing the raw energy of bands like the Ben Folds Five and Coldplay sprinkled with a hint of psychedelic rock, Pegasus Jetpack produces a refreshing and intriguing sound. The band has played venues all over their home state of “dirty” New Jersey and in NYC such as The Knitting Factory, 169 Bar, Garris Theatre, and CBGB’s. In the summer of ’07 they completed a northeast tour hitting Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine. They can also be heard on many indie radio stations globally ranging from New Jersey all the way to Australia.

www.myspace.com/pegasusjetpack

Perpetual Motion Machine-

Good Times, Good Tunes! PMM is a professional, high energy and original ’Jazz’ band. Perpetual Motion Machine consist of Chris Norris of New York on Sax, Chris Davidson of Connecticut on Drums, Bob Dziemian of New Jersey on Bass, and Andrew "the pirate" Ahr on Guitar. The talents of Erik Greenberg on Guitar may be heard at many Perpetual Motion Machine’s live performances. You may contact Perpetual Motion Machine direct at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

www.myspace.com/pmmmusic

Pico Dada-

In the summer of 2005, four local musicians convened in a New Jersey garage and the vision of Pico DäDä was set in motion. After several months of collaboration, guitarist Kalil Alekel, bassist Mike Hetman, drummer Marc Mozeson, and pianist Neil Pickett melded eclectic influences with common goals, conceiving a unique musical entity. The prefix pico-, literally defined as one trillionth, is a minute fraction. DäDä, derived from the 20th century artistic and literary movement, Dadaism, instituted the rejection of traditional artistic and cultural values. In essence, Pico DäDä is a tiny anti-art and culture movement.

Pico DäDä proves that a band may be greater than the sum of its parts. Pushing the envelope of experimental rock, their sound is not easily categorized by genre. Balancing the concept of mainstream appeal with the explorative edge of today's underground scene, they purvey uncharted musical territory within the realms of normalcy. Such a barrage of eclectic grooves, aural textures, provocative lyrics, and inimitable graphic design serve to challenge sensory perception, making Pico DäDä a genuine phenomenon, referred to as “microrock.”

 www.myspace.com/picodada

Positive Mental Trip-

www.myspace.com/positivementaltrip

Propaganda Anonymous

 Conscious hip-hop from one of Reality Sandwich's regular panel speakers- Gabriel St. Patrick- a.k.a, Propaganda Anonymous. Prop has been generating excitement throughout the poetry clubs, art galleries and underground venues throughout NYC, Brooklyn and Newark. This visionary street poet will sitting in on the RS panel at EVOLVE, riffing on the topic: HOPE EMERGING: THE BIRTH OF CREATIVE VISIONARY CULTURE.

 www.myspace.com/propagandaanonymous

Psylab-

Holding down the sounds of the Boston underground since 2004, Psylab has been touring the Northeast, performing at clubs, lofts, raves, festivals, and regional BurningMan events for thousands of fans, friends and freaks.

Reaching as far west as the Sierra Nevada's (Northern CA's Symbiosis Gathering '06); and as far south as South Beach, FL (WMC's Miambient), Psylab's music has set the soundtrack for many magical events.

Solely through word of mouth and Internet promotions, Psylab has defied standard music business practices and built a loyal following by creating authentic, organic, live electronic dance music for the sake of the moment. Drawing from a range of influences including psytrance, minimal tech, progressive house, dnb, jungle, ambient, downtempo and dubstep, Psylab creates music spontaneously, according to the vibe of the event and the mood of the room.

Whether its a chill-out set in the CoSM art gallery, or an early morning psy-trance set at an open-air beach party, Psylab transforms and adapts to its surroundings for a unique experience each and every time -- no two sets are ever alike.

Psylab has shared the stage with such notable acts as:

Shpongle, Hallucinogen, X-Dream, The New Deal, DJ Frankie Bones, DJ Dara, DJ DB, DJ Jen Mas, Lotus, Brothers Past, The Disco Biscuits, Ott, Kid Beyond, Thievery Corporation, Paradigm, Eg-Bot, Tony Unorthodox, DIJJITAL AMBIENCE, Pedro, DJ Redshift, DiWrecked, Joe Nice, Nick Binary, Ammon EP, Bob Trahpek, Dino, Mayur, J-FUSE, Illux, Shwilly B, Jeff Mission, djeremy, G-Notorious, Jam-2, Spiro, VitaminDevo, Dres, Randy Deshaies, DJ Shmumer, Sarin, DJ Jake G, Miz Eyesis, DJ Vito G, Digital Frontier, Push, Cosmic Dust Bunnies

For more information, please visit psylabunderground.com

www.myspace.com/psylab

Push-

MAD LIBS: Push is a live electronic 4-piece from (Noun). Since the band blossomed in the (Season) of 2005, they have taken their influences and their (adjective) vision and laid everything on the table. Their main purpose is to continue to blur the (Noun) between genres, and to bring together a crowd of (Adjective) music lovers. In the past (Number) years they have been honing their skills and forming a tight musical bond, playing live (Noun,plural) and festivals across the NorthEast and working hard in the (Room in House). From the (Adjective) rhythm section of Scott Kapp on drums and Aaron Bruno on (Instrument), to the dazzling spectrum of chords and lead sounds by (First Name) Radtke on keys and Ryan (Last Name) on guitar, this band's potential is (adjective). From electro-rock and (Musical Genre) to Instrumental Hip Hop anthems and various House and Drum and Bass styles, to on the (Noun) Mash-Ups and Live Dubstep! You never know which direction they are going, besides (Direction)!

www.myspace.com/pushfrequency

Quimby Mountain Band-

www.myspace.com/quimbymtband 

Roamin' Gabriels-

Roamin’ Gabriels have the uncanny ability to weave memorable pop melodicism, sophisticated harmonic and rhythmic invention, with the adventurous spirit of improvisation, and deliver it with a "rye" sense of humor. Leader and songwriter, Len Mooney, has shared the stage with such diverse legends as Rick Danko (of the Band) and Bernie Worrell (P-Funk, WOO Warriors), both Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Famers. On the jazz front, he has performed with George Young (Saturday Night Live Band) and jazz pianist John Coates, Jr.(Pacific St. Records) In the world of pop, he has recorded and toured with From Good Homes (RCA Records), bluegrass Railroad Earth (Sugarhill Records), rock jamband The Samples (MCA, WAR). It was at the famed "Organ Jam" at the Terrace Ballroom at Newark Symphony Hall that Mooney had an eureka experience while watching Hammond organists Jack McDuff, Rhoda Scott, Gloria Coleman, and Bobby Forrester. As the light bulb went off in his head, he said, "This is it, this is what I was meant to do." That day marked the beginning of Roamin’ Gabriels. Roamin’ Gabriels consists of Len Mooney on Hammond organ, assorted keyboards, accordion, melodica, and vocals, Dirk Dekker on guitar, sounds, and vocals, Josh Karis on drums and vocals. The trio format poses unique challenges and opportunities in the conversational style of improvised music. Roamin’ Gabriels meet these challenges with Mooney’s emerging individual sound, Dekker's melodic and Rhythmic sound cnavas, and Karis's supportive and spontaneously inventive pulse. Roamin' Gabriels were featured artists on XM Satellite Radio along side saxman David Sanborn. 4 songs from their debut CD "Smile" were premiered. Those same songs are in rotation on channels Music Lab 51 and Beyond Jazz 72. They are mentioned on XM's web site, the only independent band to do so. They are also in rotation on Sirius Satellite Radio on channels Jam On 17 and Planet Jazz 70. Len Mooney played keyboards with Railroad Earth @ 2 sold out shows (Dec. 30 & 31 New Years Eve) "sittin' in" was Bill Nershi & Keith Moseley from String Cheese Incident . Come and see why Roamin' Gabriels "Spread the Groove" whenever they hit the stage! Website http://www.roamingabriels.com Discography Smile-Slingshot Records-2002

www.myspace.com/roamingabriels1

Roots of Creation-

Bolstered by a sense of it's own colorful history and urged onward by the promise of a fruitful future, Roots of Creation approaches it's 4th year of full-time touring having evolved into a musical force of nature. With a hard-working ethic and an arsenal of upbeat, substantial songs, Roots of Creation have ascended to the top of their profession by putting their fans first and doing business with focus and respect. Writers, DJs, venue owners, and booking agents alike have joined ROC's steadily growing army of fans in heaping praise upon the New Hampshire quartet, and not just for the music - the band has forged a unique connection with their listeners that provides concert attendees with a highly personal experience. They also walk the walk when it comes to social and environmental activism. Having raised money for many causes.

The sound captured on their latest album, Live Vol. 1, is the result of years of absorbing diverse influences into their bedrock of "Jam-meets-Reggae." The latest style to work its way into the ROC sound comes courtesy in part of new bassist Chris Beam, whose background in electronic/trance music helped facilitate the band's recent shift incorporating lengthier dance-driven explorations, which are still spiked with ROC's own special Dub/Rock/Reggae flavor. Beyond the amazing music contained within, and in keeping with their history of conscious efforts, the album's packaging is 70% post-consumer product recycled cardboard.

 www.myspace.com/rootsofcreation 

Roy Hobbs Agenda-

 A unique collaboration formed in early 2008, New Jersey’s Roy Hobbs Agenda features a new mix-up from the east coast music scene. Roy Hobbs Agenda features Jordan Simms (keys) and Chris Pedersen (drums) previously of the Breadbox Band, Sean Wolfle (guitar, bass) formally of Natural Breakdown, and Brian Gallo (bass, guitar). With taking obvious influence from their most recent endeavors, this talented formation has come together to elevate their game. Their funky syncopated rhythms and soulful lyrics take influence from some of the true masters of classic rock, funk, and jazz. With a multitude of instrument changes, the Agenda truly puts on a show. With a mass appeal and a fresh sound everyone can feel, Roy Hobbs brings a complete entertainment package; lights, sound and energy. Collectively the members of Roy Hobbs Agenda have shared stages with New Riders of the Purple Sage, Col. Bruce Hampton, The Codetalkers, Max Creek, Railroad Earth, Strangefolk, Raq, Melvin Sparks, Sam Kininger, The Breakfast, Ryan, Montbleau Band, U-Melt, Perpetual Groove, Zen Tricksters, Vince Herman, and many more! The festival scene is no stranger to these guys, making appearances over the years at the Green Apple Music Festival, Strange Creek, Stonehenge, Phanphest, Camp Creek, Rocks off Boat Cruise and Wormtown events. Nor is the mainstream market, with former members of the Breadbox Band recording their song "N" for EA Games, Sims 2: Seasons, alongside Gov’t Mule and SCI. With more than 10 years of experience and heavy dedication to the road, the Roy Hobbs Agenda will be coming to a venue near you; so put them on your agenda.

 www.myspace.com/royhobbsagenda1

Salazar-

 
"Since its inception in late 2005, NYC-based SALAZAR has regularly packed out Manhattan's revered rock venues like Arlene's Grocery, Baggot Inn, and Pianos. Focusing their combined musical energy on sharp songwriting and exciting live shows, they've become a fixture on the crowded landscape of New York rock clubs. In July of 2007, SALAZAR released its debut full-length, Cinematocracy to strong reviews. Their excellent new 5-song EP The Great Decay will be unleashed in October 2008. Dig it......"

www.myspace.com/houseofsalazar

Sidecar Agogo-

An eclectic of mix of latin influence with bluegrass hillbilly with a fierce fiddler' that will get you moving. I have seen some fiddle players back in the days of the Craftsbury old time fiddlers contests up
in Vermont, but this player could teach them a thing or two..."- Jamie, Peoples Records

Much like their hometown in NYC, Sidecar Agogo’s music is a melting pot of roots, Celtic, and world music. Formed in 2007, the group has been performing regularly (NYC- Rockwood Music Hall, Hank’s Saloon, Club Midway, Baggot Inn, Two Boots Brooklyn; Boston-Beehive) and most recently the Ripple Festival '08 in Brooklyn. The current lineup features Steve Uh (fiddle, guitar, keys, vocals) Pat Dalbey (bass) Jim Mullen (alto and tenor sax, keys) Vlad Gutkovich (drums) and Andreas (congas, percussion). Members of Sidecar Agogo have performed with such diverse notables as Paige McConnell (Phish), 10,000 Maniacs, Itzhak Perlman, Ray Barretto.

www.myspace.com/sidecaragogo

Soft Perimeter-

www.myspace.com/softperimeter

Sound Citizen-

Incorporating elements of progressive rock, jazz, reggae, Latin, and electronic music, Sound Citizen is a collaborative effort based in Northern N.J. Formed from various bands, including Dick Dale's Band, The Step Kings, Subcommittee, The MMM Band, Phuckphace and Sweat, Sound Citizen has heralded the spirit of innovation, collaboration, improvisation, spontaneity and fun since their inception in 2007.
The lineup includes Bo Bailey (Vocals, trombone and keyboards), Ned Stroh (Drums, vocals), Mike Van Tine (Bass Guitar) and Shannon Woods (Guitar, loops), as well as a rotating cast of characters of various instruments.

www.myspace.com/soundcitizenmusic    

Steve-

This band with the plain name of Steve is anything but plain. Hailing from Hightstown NJ, Steve is a fast rising experimental groove act among the regional jam-band community. Their energy is irresistible as they pull you into a funky vortex of mind-bending dance beats and entrancing grooves. Reminiscent of acts like Moe, The New Deal, The Disco Biscuits and STS9- Steve is great band that any dance junkie should keep their eyes on!

 www.myspace.com/stevetheband

Sunny D and the Purple Stuff-

 Deep within the vast cultural epicenter of New Jersey there is a humble town called Budd Lake, but what many don't know is that Budd Lake is the largest natural lake in New Jersey. It is from the shores of this great lake that the Sun man himself (Sunny D)  has found true funky enlightenment and his notably booty-shakin' style of turnin a show out like dry soil. Once he teamed up with the Purple Stuff (Lazy stuff, Brown stuff and Nuggety stuff) -it was no  joke. For real. Now its on.  With a purely funk-tional chemistry on stage, strong appreciation for all styles of music and a spontaneous and inventive approach to live music, they are redefining contemporary genres. Sunny D and his Purple Stuff are a true testament to the progression of modern funk, and will continue this pilgrimage moving toward total funky enlightenment. Funk it raw- funk it crunk

. http://www.myspace.com/sunnydandthepurplestufffunk

Swampadelica-

 .. Announcing Swampadelica's July 22nd, 2008 release date of their new album entitled S'AC PASSÉ?. Entitled in Haitian Kreyol, “S'ac Passe?” is a greeting meaning “What's going on?” to which the traditional response is “N'ap Boule!”, or, our fire is burning. As the title may suggest S'AC PASSÉ? finds the band blending lead vocalist's Nadïne LaFond's Haitian Kreyol with English and mixing instrumentation such as the American jazz & rock staples of Hammond B3 & electric guitar, with various world instruments. Guitarist/co-songwriter Brian Herkert notes “This album represents a sort of a musical reverse migration. It starts with the current sounds of rock and hip-hop, travels to the Gulf states with funk and early American blues, from there moves to the Caribbean with Haitian Kreyol and the rhythms of reggae and ska and finally ends up back in Africa via Nadine's African vocal styles and the use of instrumentation such as the hindehoo, udu and kalimba.” S'AC PASSÉ? is produced by Swampadelica and J. Kahrs and recorded at Trey Anastasio’s Vermont based studio, “The Barn” as well as the band members' home studios. Good things are happening all around for the band at the time of this release. Nadïne LaFond has recently been singing in the studio with Phish bassist Mike Gordon. Nadïne sang on moe.’s new album, “Sticks & Stones”, and recently sang with the band on tour (including an appearance on Mountain Stage with moe. and Ani DiFranco). With guests such as the legendary Bernie Worrell (P-Funk, Talking Heads keyboardist) and Railroad Earth’s Andy Goessling showing up and sitting in with Swampadelica at their live shows, it is evident that Swampadelica’s fire is burning. Founding member Damian Calcagne surfaced from the Northwestern NJ scene that spawned Railroad Earth. Damian toured as keyboardist with RRE frontman Todd Sheaffer in RRE’s predecessor From Good Homes. Damian, Nadïne, guitarist Brian Herkert and bassist Paul Kuzik form the song writing team that has created Swampadelica’s signature style that is showcased on S'AC PASSÉ?. These four friends have developed a dialogue that is the center of Swampadelica’s musical voice. The final piece of the puzzle fell into place with the recent addition of its newest member, Bill Rust, on drums, percussion and electronics. Rust is best known for his percussion & sound design work with Curt Smith of Tears for Fears, Saturday Night Live, Brian Transeau (B.T.), & UK Trance DJ Sasha. S'AC PASSÉ? will be available through www.swampadelica.com, www.digstation.com and itunes.

www.myspace.com/swampadelica

Teenage Millionaire-

 A two-headed band of Lawlor brothers that grew like a evolving mutation under the power-lines of an overcast sky, hurled into an oasis of nike dunks and asymmetrical haircuts. They spend their nights under the fluorescent lights, standing upon massive constructions of steel, waving flags sewn together with hand-me-down underwear. Attempting to swallow oceans to extinguish the fire in their empty, quivering stomachs, brushing away the claws pawing at their quickly shifting facial manifestations, waving their pale limbs in clouds of dust that bring you sweet salvation, they are Teenage Millionaire.

www.myspace.com/teenage1000000

The Creamsicles-

 The Defending Champions-

  www.myspace.com/thedefendingchampions

The Fellowship Project-

The Gentleman's Club-

Coming together with five very different tastes in music, The Gentlemen's Club have fused all of their influences to make their own unique blend of rock. Mixing anything from ska and reggae to classic rock and metal, they have an array of songs that completely cover the musical spectrum. Great pop sensibilities and melodic hooks puts this band's songs on the continuous loop in your brain's boombox!

www.myspace.com/thegentlemensclubmusic

The Jack (formerly One Eyed Jack)-

"One-Eyed Jack has been the classic underground underdog that has taken many concert-goers by storm. Nobody leaves a One-Eyed Jack show without feeling like you experienced something special. And nobody knows why they haven't been famous by now." - Arts Weekly Magazine

The Jack was born to Rock parents. Brothers include Classic, Alt, Southern and Jam; and a younger sister, Singer/Songwriter. The Jack has cousins who run around with the psychedelic crowd and other cousins that sneak into metal concerts with fake IDs. The Jack’s grandparents made sure to keep The Jack rooted, exposing The Jack to their distant relatives the Blues and the Funk.
The Jack was born and raised in Northern New Jersey and continues to tour throughout the mid Atlantic states. In the Summers, you can usually find The Jack running around a regional festival and in the colder months The Jack is usually hanging out with his buddies at local bars like The Donegal Saloon (Kearny ,NJ) or Knitting Factory (NY,NY). When The Jack finally comes home, he is usually closed up in his room working on new music and recording cd’s.
The Jack hopes to grow up and become a full time touring band, and is hoping to get a start in 2008-2009 by securing opening slots for bands they look up to and respect. The Jack likes to make new friends, so please visit them at http://www. myspace. com/thejacknj
To book The Jack, please contact Catherine Sisco at 201.935.8590 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

www.myspace.com/thejacknj

The Law-

The Law is a five-piece band from Narragansett, RI that mixes elements of rock, blues, funk, soul, traditional country and hip-hop into a nasty stew of foot stomping aural expression. Members of The Law have recorded on tracks with or opened for The Easy Star All-Stars, Strangefolk Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers, John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band, Akrobatik, Max Creek, Kool Keith, Mr. Lif, Rustic Overtones, Blackalicious, The Beautiful Girls, Talib Kwali, Sage Francis, The Radiators, Everclear, Funk Nugget, Virtuoso and Badfish.

 www.myspace.com/thelawmusic

 Mike Lawlor Banned-

Mike Lawlor entered Guitar Center's Guitarmageddon 2000- won all levels of competition in the state of NJ and went on to the US finals at the Hollywood California Guitar Center. Took First place. 'Nuff said.

 www.myspace.com/michaellawlorband

The Mule-

www.myspace.com/mulecommathe

The Unruly Pilgrims-

Five guys from northwest NJ and northeast PA dedicated to keeping that train chugging down the tracks. Heavily influenced by classic country,country music's outlaws, renegades, and rebels, and the finest bluegrass pickers out there. We write and perform our own original songs, as well as cover the classic stuff while adding our own influence. We look forward to seeing ya at your local watering hole. 

www.myspace.com/unrulypilgrims 

Turtle Soup-

"Turtle Soup is goood... Turtle Soup is delicious!" - John Popper of Blues Traveler

www.myspace.com/turtlesoupband

Unexplained Bacon-

Whether you like your bacon skillet fried, served as a side, or playing from your player, one thing is clear, people always keep coming back for more Bacon. This uniquely likeable band from Warwick, New York has left its grease stains on the scene for almost 7 years now. Made up of five guys who like to have a good time, their spirit for life and laughs resonates through their catchy tunes, and silly and often on-stage antics. Their sound has been described as classic rock meets jam funk with a little reggae and world beat to generate a sizzle that can only be described as bacon. If you hang out with any of the members when their not playing, its’ no surprise that these characters would be anything but loved when they perform. They embody humor and their fun filled nature comes to life with candid banter and jokes with the crowd.

Sharing the stage with such notable acts as Moe., Karl Denson's Tiny Universe, Medeski Martin & Wood, Keller Williams, Dark Star Orchestra, Robert Randolph, Vince Welnick, and the Jazz Mandolin Project (just to name a few), as well as playing many major venues and festivals in the northeast such as Nectars, The Northern Lights, The Stone Pony, Tobacco Road (r.i.p.), Strangecreek, Stonehenge Music Festival, Musefest, the NY State Harvest Festival, and of course the infamous "Baconfest", Unexplained Bacon continues to sizzle up greasy music to audiences all over the Northeast. Grab a copy of their debut album "Right off the Bone" at one of the next shows and check it out for yourself.

Unexplained Bacon...it may not be good for the heart, but it's damn good for the soul!!!!
 

www.myspace.com/unexplainedbacon

Vision Thru Sound-

Andrew Krolikowski's song writing has been influenced by an array of both contemporary and classic rock icons, such as The Beatles, Elliott Smith, Radiohead, Nirvana, The Flaming Lips, and David Bowie. Such competing sounds conform under Francis Berkman's guitar styling which can be described as somewhere between Radiohead's Jonny Greenwood and Jefferson Airplane's Jorma Kaukonen. VTS retains a degree of heaviness due to the group's aggressive rhythm section headed by Mike Sarna and Jason Briggs. Mike Sarna's influence is drawn from the "skin-pounders" of old, such as Led Zeppelin's John Bonham and The Who's Keith Moon. Pulling it all together, Jason Briggs executes his heavy yet precise bass lines reminiscent of the styling of early 90's alternative rock. He also draws his inspiration from Joy Division's Peter Hook, Black Sabbath's Geezer Butler, and Mission of Burma's Clint Conley.
 

www.myspace.com/visionthroughsound

Wendie's Words-

Wendie's Words is a vehicle of multi-genre music transporting spoken word into a lyrical ferris wheel. Mutli-faceted styles, tempos, and compositions propel poetry within a musical labyrinth. ******** "Like a beat generation caught in a new millennium time-warp" myspace user ER. ******** During the fall of 2003, Wendie's Words began to intrigue the music industry. Playing shows from Northern Jersey to Asbury Park, NY to Savannah and Shreveport. Imagine people line dancing to blues poetry. Wendie's Words went into their own studio in 2006-7 and Realities, Trends, and Bridges was born.

www.myspace.com/wendieswordsmusic

Wigs and Car Parts

We’re “Wigs and Car Parts” and we’re from Bergen County, New Jersey. While our sound is original, our genre is deeply rooted in a wide array of styles such as blues, jazz, and both traditional and psychedelic rock. Our ages range from 15 to 17, but our repertoire and musical interests come from late 60’s to early 70’s music. Some venues we have played in are Kenny’s Castaways (Manhattan), Mexicali Blues (Teaneck, New Jersey), Murray Street Grill (Manhattan), and many other venues in the New York, and New Jersey area. We met at School of Rock in Bergen County, New Jersey, a program that has given us the opportunity to open for many famous bands such as Leslie West and Mountain, Peter Frampton, and Grand Funk Railroad. We aspire to a successful future and to gain recognition as musicians.

www.myspace.com/wigsandcarparts  

Asaph Womack

 Asaph Womack Singer, Songwriter, Producer Hailed as the next generation in Popular Gospel Music, balladeer and younger cousin of the R&B star Bobby Womack...Asaph Womack was born and raised in Newark, New Jersey. At the age of eight, he began his singing career in his father's church where over the years Asaph developed a rare & unique sound that incorporates beautiful melodies, soul-stirring lyrics with a vocal range that only GOD can give. Asaph's sensational vocal abilities can be heard on his latest CD entitled "NEW LIFE." In 2007, Asaph Womack was nominated & won the Best Male Vocalist award at the 2nd Annual Ensound Music Awards, which honors the best independent Contemporary Christian & Gospel Music worldwide. In 2008, Adidas launched a multi-media marketing campaign (Thrill & Destroy...Impossible is Nothing) featuring Asaph’s new sensational hit single "LOVE," which is garnering rave reviews all around the globe of music. Asaph Womack credits his success as a combination of being humble, yet loving with a keen sense and understanding of his God given talent.

www.myspace.com/asaphwomackmusic