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The Tearaways (singles)
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Kylie Hughes – Calipopicana
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Rich O’Brien (singles)
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Billy Jack Purnell – Simple Life
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Jaspar Lepak -Forgiving Wind
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Jaspar Lepak – Send Me Home
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Lee Sims – Deep in the Heart of Me
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The Matchsellers – Songs We Made Up
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Wes Weddell – By the Side of the Lake
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Robot Raven – Greatest Hits Part One
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Robot Raven – Greatest Hits Part Two
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The Railsplitters – The Faster it Goes
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Karrie Pavish Anderson – Twice As Nice
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David Hakan – Stone and Steel
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Denise Glover – Pathways
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Rick Malsick with Evan Smalley- Philodendron
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Barak Hill – All the Empty Space
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Tag Archives: rock
James Woolwine Brings Fresh Energy to the World of Instrumental Music
Multi-instrumentalist James Woolwine has been blessed with a rather heterogeneous musical life up to this point. From Classical to Jazz, Rock and even Heavy Metal interests, his background in music certainly offers the potential for great things to come.
James began studying piano at the age of 7. He immersed himself in Classical music, with dreams of composing symphonies and concertos. (James used to “air-conduct” Beethoven’s 9th symphony). By the end of high school he was winning scholarships and competitions, seemingly on track to a conservatory education. However, his adolescent urges to “rock out” overwhelmed his Classical inclinations. At the age of 16 James added guitar lessons to his piano studies. Dreams of composing symphonies were replaced by dreams to form the next great Heavy Metal band. He carried this ambition to Berklee College of Music, as a guitar major.
James threw himself into his college studies; adding Jazz harmony and contemporary songwriting to his Classical skills. Ultimately, his Heavy Metal aspirations were not achieved; but he discovered a new fascination in acoustic fingerstyle guitar. James graduated from Berklee cum laude with degrees in Performance and Music Business.
After college, James played in several bands; but found that working in groups can be frustrating. He sought refuge in his roots, composing and performing more frequently as a soloist. In 2009 he began a songwriting collaboration with a talented singer. Together they completed a large catalog of original material, but after three years the partnership fizzled out. Unwilling to give up on their songs, James began singing them himself; while continuing to compose new solo music. However, after three more years experimenting as a singer/songwriter, he ultimately realized his true musical voice is not sung; but played. With renewed focus he committed himself to his (by now) large catalog of solo compositions.
James’s diverse musical upbringing is reflected in his debut album, Solo Piano Destruction. Featuring a rather bold and daring album cover, Solo Piano Destruction offers up a couple of Katy Perry cover songs as well as 8 of his original compositions. It has been a Menu Favorite on KC Cafe Radio since November, 2015.
Recently KC Cafe Radio Music Director Kathy Forste talked with James via Skype. He describes his diverse music background, and the influences that shape the music that featured on his album. They also touch on the business of making music, including working as a session musician, performing live and recording.
Listen to the interview here:
Download the interview here: Interview: James Woolwine, 1/5/2016
Carey Appel: Music Born Out Of Life
Carey Appel began belting her melodic tunes off of her backyard balcony at the early age of three. “Such a grown up voice for such a little girl” was most often heard. Grammar and high school musicals abounded until a coach skipped over her for “Fiddler on the Roof”. Carey gave up music during college and after graduating from UC Berkeley, followed in the family tradition of retail. She opened a chain of gift and home stores, though singing was always her first love.
With a personal life-changing event, this captivating performer and soulful storyteller returned to the music community in 2011 with her first album. “New Favorites”. Her company, (aptly named Heather Road for the street she grew up on), produced the album of aurally seductive vocals influenced by Melody Gardot, Patti Griffin, Cheryl Wheeler and Judith Owen.
Teaming up with artist and producer Lisa Nemzo of Dream Wild Records -(Bonnie Raitt, David Crosby, Heart, Ray Charles, Hall & Oates;), her recent album was produced and recorded in Nashville in 2012.- “House of Cards” demonstrates Carey’s innate passion and musical finesse, a collection of diverse and riveting acoustic singer/songwriter and rock arrangements with a sophisticated folk flair. It is an intimate and compelling journey to finding one’s own empowerment – where listeners may even hear a piece of their own story woven into Appel’s candidly-written lyrics.
Recently, KC Cafe Radio Music Director Kathy Forste spoke with Carey via Skype. They discuss the songs on “House Of Cards” and how they are salted with the story of her life. Carey also shares insights into the people that have influenced her musical career, and those who worked with her on this most recent project. Carey also teases us with some insight into her new album due out later this year.
Listen to the interview here:
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