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SISEMORE is: Paul Sisemore, Russell A. Farrow, David Wehner, & Mark Busto. Paul, formerly with Tampa, based Sugarspoon (MCA Records), and Russell had only jammed together at impromptu meetings in clubs and the like, but say they were excited to work together for the first time on this project. "The Disillusionment of Youth and the American Way" was recorded over the summer and fall of 2010 and released in the summer of 2011. "We wanted to move away from the more atmospheric sound Sugarspoon had been known for favouring a more direct, live feel for the new record", Sisemore said. The song, Weeds, from the album is now being heard regularly in the MTB music stream. |
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The Ditchflowers (POP/ROCK) Led by singer-guitarist Brian Merrill (formerly of Barely Pink, Parade in Paris) and Ed Woltil (Mad for Electra, the Headlights) on vocals, keyboards and guitar, the Ditchflowers specialize in ultra-melodic pop-rock that revels in it...s Beatles/XTC/Beach Boys influence. Carried Away, the group's debut CD, made a number of year-end Best Release lists; the band's just released follow-up, Bird's Eye, delivers more seemingly effortless classic pop delights. The Ditchflowers have held a front row presence in the Tampa Bay music scene for a good chunk of the 21st century, and their newest album is likely to solidify that status in the years to come. Questions or comments email - info@theditchflowers.com. |
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Sheila Kirsten Hughes, under her new name Sheila and the TSP, continues her exploration of the dynamics of local art culture with the release her the latest album, If These Times Could Speak. This production, in the works over a year and a half, features the newest member of the group, Jim Mara, who plays sax, tin whistle, clarinet, some keys and percussion, and includes some vocals. Sheila says "his talents are displayed all over the new album". Also appearing is Alex Wolfe Parnes on drums, djembe, percussion, guitar & backing vocals, and of course Sheila with her husband, Chris. It got a superb send-off at an event planned with the Tampa Ballet in 2011, at the New Seeds Festival at Smith Black Box Theater in Tampa. |
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Gary Schutt's eighth album "CONTINGENCY PLAN" became available worldwide in December 2010. This album of 11 brand new Heavy-Pop-Metal tunes continues in the path of 2002's "Excruciating Pleasures". Very heavy guitar riffs, catchy vocal melodies and hooks, a perfect mix of old and new school rock, lyrics that everyone can relate to, and enough melodic shred guitar playing to keep the guitar enthusiasts entertained and the radio listeners tuned in! Check www.garyschutt.com. |
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Wendy Rich of Seminole, recorded her 4th album, Driver, in a Nashville studio in 2010. Wendy has been seen regularly with her band, The Soulshakers for nearly 2 decades at venues and concerts around the Tampa Bay area. Early in the present century, she was selected to appear as lead singer for Janis Joplin’s original band Big Brother and the Holding Company. Wendy is aldso widely known for her love of animals and their rescue efforts, particularly horses. More about her can be found at www.wendyrich.com and www.myspace.com/wendyrich. |
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Ricky Wilcox & The Moonsnakes (POP/ROCK) Former Deloris Telescope drummer/singer Ricky Wilcox surrenders to his power-pop loves, resulting in an engaging and intelligent mish-mash of Brit-pop, Americana, and early '80s Athens jangle. Comparisons to a Todd Rundgren-produced Let's Active or Smithereens are apt. A staple in the local music scene for decades, St Pete's, Ricky Wilcox, is now promoting his latest album he is calling Last Day On Planet Earth. He says it has a “loose theme of unknown factors (like) growing old, dying, spaceships…(and his) usual hodgepodge of rockretropowerpopicana”, whatever that means. He adds, “hopefully the vision is a little less diluted” as on his previous album, Monkeyshine. Ricky can be found on-line at www.rickywilcox.com and www.myspace.com/rickywilcox.
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Alan Craig's 2nd album, Not Black & White, is described as an essentially rock, blues and fusion collection that was in the making over a couple of years. The work is a collaboration with some of the elite in the local music community, including T.C. Carr, Charlie Morris and Dave Reinhardt, among others. Alan says he is also putting the finishing touches on yet another album to be called A Day Late and A Dollar Short. He has a couple of on-line links at www.myspace.com/alanrcraig and www.alanrcraig.com.
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With music described as a curious fusion of Beatles, XTC, and King Crimson, Tampa native, Robert Wegmann, displays his multi-instrumentalist skills in his latest out of a total of more than 8 solo CDs, released in August 2010, called “Keeper of the Bees”. His creativity also extends to the visual arts in which he as worked as a former comic book illustrator, and is now employed as a staff photographer and graphic designer. He can be found on-line at www.RobertWegmann.com. |
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Baluja has become one of MTB's most consistent and prolific artists, adding a new CD to his collection every year since streaming began. The title track to his latest, "touches on a common theme, the loss of identity when we become intrenched in 'The System'". A couple of other standout tracks include 'Monsters in the Closet' which he says "addresses the weaknesses and imperfections we must all learn to live with in our society", and 'Hello My Amigo', "about the fortitude of the human spirit in the face of mind boggling changes". Another track, "I Remember Tampa" has also achieved some distinction as the theme song for the on-line weekly video program at TampaNativesShow.com. Baluja can be found on the web at http://baluja.net. |
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The Funky Seeds released their first album ‘Germination’ in June of 2009 in "the Burgs" of St. Pete. The first year of "germination" provided The Seeds a chance to splice their diverse backgrounds of Funk, Reggae, Hip hop, Beach Rock, old-school Country, and Blues into a fertile bed of dance-worthy music that is now termed PLANT DRIVEN FUNK! During an “atypical” night with the Funky Seeds, there are pots-and-pans parades, hula-hooping, amazing solos, explosive drum jams, and what has come to be known as The Seeds Epic BOOTY SHAKE! Funky Seeds (Taking Root). |
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St Pete based, Rude Squad's, The Edge Of Failure boasts a high energy punk-rock, ska, with an eclectic sound. The combination of loud guitars, catchy horn lines, and strong vocal melodies creates a sound that appeals to punk, rock, and ska fans alike. The band consists of 5 members: Eric Best (vocals & guitar), Lee McElhaney (sax), Rusch Young (trumpet), Kyle Sokol (bass), and Adrian Baptist (drums). Their musicianship and effortless on stage chemistry make them natural entertainers They attribute their influences to The Mighty Mighty Bosstones and The English Beat to NoFX and Bad Religion. |
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MTB was pleased to be able to present this latest Blue Island Beer Club CD as a weekly Feature Artist in 2011. Bruce Kula and Colin Ward formally presented it in a live appearance at the Hideaway Cafe in St Pete in December 2010. Also featured on the album is the voice of Jayne Kelli on 2 of the tracks. Liner notes on the CD make this claim: "The Blue Island Beer Club by no means condones nor encourages the use of mind-altering substances. Well, except for those whose minds might be substantially improved by them, and really, couldn't we all use a little loosening up now and again? So, come on, Have You A Taste!" |
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The Sunset Bridge CD, No Worries, was released at a party in Tampa in early 2011. MTB was treated to a show by Gracie Grishop and her group at 3 Birds Tavern in St Pete not long afterwards that provided ample opportunity to witness and enjoy the vibrant and enthusiastic treatment of original music unique to Sunset Bridge. Gracie's love of music and performing was evident in every song. She was heard saying she has a regular job, but entertaining is how she has fun, and it was clear everyone who was in attendance was having fun too. |
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The Damon Fowler Group's release of their latest CD, Sugar Shack, was held in January 2011 in Tampa. With his hybrid of roots rock, blues, and sacred steel, Florida native Damon Fowler started wowing audiences with his musical exploits as a teenager, building a reputation as one of the hottest young players on the scene. His trio generates powerful energy and presents a dynamic and dramatic delivery with what is described as a 'take-no-prisoners' attitude. Adding songwriting and vocal skills to his repertoire over the years has brought him many accolades, with critics extolling his originality and maturity as well as his technical guitar expertise. Creative Loafing magazine named him "Best Guitarist... And Slide Guitarist... and Lap Steel Player... And Dobro Player." |
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Lisa Noe and Karmic Tattoo's new CD, More Than Skin Deep, was reported in the works in 2011. It follows an earlier album under their previous name, Providence. The all-female group is often seen in and around the Gulfport area. They have a robust sound and gritty determination to make their mark in the Tampa Bay music scene. MTB predicts that mark will be big, as their one of their signature songs suggests, Big and Beautiful. |
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Rob Gorley is an early contributor to the Music Tampa Bay music playlist with his song, Fixer Upper, and follow-up Buster Pike. He also teamed up with fellow songwriter / performer Jeff Stottlar on a song called Wag More, Bark Less, recorded by Nashville recording artist, Matt Dame. His CD, Life, is his first album release, celebrated at a Bradenton event in 2011. Besides writing and recording songs, he is also extremely active with open mics, showcase events and music workshops with the Bradenton/Sarasota Songwriter's group, and was instrumental in organizing the 1st ever Tampa Bay Guitar BQ at his home in 2010. |
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More than 20 local Tampa Bay artists are featured in an exceptional collection of local talent, produced by Community Radio station WMNF. The title, This CD Kills Fascists, is a tribute to American folk legend, Woody Guthrie. Featured artists include the folllowing...
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This list provides only a brief sample
of some of the great, original recording projects released by local
musicians in the past year or two. Artists who would like to
add a display and data to this webpage are encouraged to contact
MTB.
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