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TAXI
TAXI bills itself as the world’s leading independent A&R company. They came highly recommended to me from a friend. So I looked over their website and got a good idea of what they’re all about. If you’re a songwriter or composer looking to sell your music, get a record deal or find [...]
Scott Weiland’s guitarist bites the hand that feeds
Doug Grean is ready for his moment in the sun - and after putting up with the unpredictable antics of a songwriting partner like Scott Weiland, I can’t really blame him. The Los Angeles producer/musician and the erratic Stone Temple Pilots frontman began collaborating back in 1998, and sixteen of their co-written songs appear on Weiland’s latest solo album Happy In Galoshes. He wears the ridiculous (self-imposed?) title of “musical director” in Weiland’s band. I have no problem admitting I’
Interview with Jason Shannon, CD Release show this Friday @ Varsity Theater
Minneapolis songwriter Jason Shannon has a new self-titled album and big CD release show on Friday, January 9, 2009 at Varsity Theater. This week we had the chance to talk to Jason about the new disc, songwriting and the upcoming gig… Tell me about your new self-titled album? I’ve been waiting to make this record since my old band broke up in 2003. From then until now, I purchased recording equipment, wrote song after song after song, listened to a lot of music, stabilized my living situat
Washed My Feet in Muddy Water
Anybody catch Okkerville River on Letterman last night?The clip isn't on YouTube yet, but here's the most recent official video.In any case, I found them...frustrating. Like a lot of current, critically acclaimed bands that seem to be designed with my mind in mind they struck me as just almost good. Everything seems to be there -- attitude, songwriting chops, an attractive overall sound, plus(in Greil Marcus' apt phrase) a hunger for novelty balanced with a reverence for the past -- but there's
Napoleon IIIrd Tour Announced
Singer takes to the open road Visionary solo artist Napoleon IIIrd has announced news of a stunning new tour with acclaimed Domino act Wild Beasts, it has been announced. Yet another graduate from the Dance To The Radio school of talent, Napoleon IIIrd has produced a stunning update on the familiar singer / songwriter role. Debut album 'In Debt To' stunned critics with its unusual yet accessible songwriting style, and the artist has been hard at work producing a follow up. The first fruits of h
The Supremes - I hear a symphony
A classic Holland/Dozier/Holland piece of Motown songwriting beautifully belted out by Diana Ross with Mary Wilson and Florence Ballard - aka The Supremes!A tender rhapsody of love indeed!They sure don't make em like this anymore! You've given me a true loveAnd every day I thank you loveFor a feeling that's so newSo inviting, so excitingWhenever you're nearI hear a symphonyA tender melodyPulling me closerCloser to your armsThen suddenly, I hear a symphonyOoh, your lips are touching mineA feelin
The Smiths - How Soon Is Now
When you say it's gonna happen "now", well when exactly do you mean?Starting with a seminal and sublime Johnny riff laid upon by Morrisey's unique vocals and distinctive poetic lyrics, this is an almost perfect song. One you want to immediately hear again once it's over!A truly classic piece of modern songwriting, "How Soon Is Now?" represent the peerless Smiths at their prime.A timeless potent track! Magnificent lyrics - simple yet powerful; left of field lyrics that really strike you in the gu
Miley Cyrus - Steele Hails Cyrus Songwriting
MILEY CYRUS' songwriting skills have been hailed by the country rocker she collaborated with on Grammy-nominated hit I THOUGHT I LOST YOU. The song, which Cyrus co-wrote ...
