Pop & Rock

Al Hazan - It would take a book (or two) to chronicle the entirety of Al Hazan's incredible career-- a mere blurb only scratches the surface. Having done business variously under the names B. Bumble and the Stingers (whose classic "Nut Rocker" still haunts airwaves and soundtracks, and was covered by ELP), Al Anthony, Dudley Duncan, and Al and The Galaxies just hints at the depth of Al's resume. Ritchie Valens recorded his song, "Hi-Tone"; he frequently worked with legendary producer/composer Jack Nitzsche, and honed his craft at sessions with Phil Spector; he produced the Beau Brummels, heart throbs Johnny Crawford and James Darren, Terry Melcher, Yvonne DeCarlo and The Blossoms, among many others. He worked with Fred Astaire, Sonny Bono, Herb Alpert and studio giants Hal Blaine, Carol Kaye, Glen Campbell, Leon Russell, Ray Pohlman, Tommy Tedesco and the rest of LA's first call sessioneers. Check out Al Hazan right here-- it's Living Legend Time!

Avi and Me - World-pop folk-rock only begins to describe the musical world of Avi and Me. It's a world-pop party 24/7 for the Australian native, now based in Portland, OR!

Maryland's Big Blow and the Bushwackers take "wildly eclectic" to the next level with their one-of-a-kind blend of didjeridu, tuba, mandolin, accordion, winds/brass, and drums. They might be bigger than giants!

Christine Fellows - Christine Fellow's brooding, atmospheric chamber pop continues the quirkily confessional tradition mined by the likes of fellow Canadians Jane Siberry and Leonard Cohen. Naked and brilliant.

deep sky divers - creating skillfully crafted ambient/new age instrumental music and songs since 1991.

Dewey Decibel takes pure pop to the next level, with a dash of geek thrown in for good measure. Fountains of Wayne fans will feel right at home. And check out the FlipOut!

Ellsworth & Hicks - Brooklyn’s singing/songwriting Odd Couple, Ellsworth & Hicks have been doing it their own way for the past 15 years. Hard to categorize, easy to love!

The Fur Ones Experimental pop music featuring groovy beats, electronics, hammond organ & vibes, cool female vocals, scratchy samples.

GeradorZero is Brazil's Fabio FZer0, a one-man electronic wizard. GZ's range of influences is vast, encompassing elements of rock, Brazilian and electronica, whirled together into something exciting and unique.

Heather Stevenson - With her first CD, Golden, Heather realizes a dream six years in the making. Fans of Sarah McLachlan and Indigo Girls are sure to cheer!

Hitchcock Circus mixes power pop with Brit-pop resulting in a '70s sound with clever lyrics, strong melodies, and blazing guitars.

The eccentric Brit-Pop of the Jazz Butcher Conspiracy has been a thing of troubling beauty for over twenty years, and head conspirator Pat Fish and company just keep getting better!

Jim's Big Ego - "UNpop for the UNpopulous!"   Boston's Jim Infantino's unpop trio amazes with stream of consciousness lyrics and straightahead rocking. Jonathan Richman fans and Gen X'ers will unite behind his anthemic "Butthead." Way cool.

J.P. Taylor is a singer-songwriter of "Enviromusik" bringing focus to environmental issues through rhythmic, guitar-driven songs.

Jubah Jabuh - composer and producer Julian Barg with guitarist André Hernandes build world/ethnic music influenced by pop and rock.

Max Eider (you may know his work with the Jazz Butcher) has just released his best solo album in 15 years, Hotel Figueroa. It’s killing, and taking no prisoners. Check it!

Moses Guest is a Texas-based, groove-rock-jam band with a southern inflection, touring regionally and nationally.

Ray LeGrand - Combine Asia, Journey, Dokken and Bon Jovi and a touch of Metallica - add a Christian message and agitate well...

Sabrina - Sabrina's darkly passionate music bears a trace of her Belgian roots, David Bowie "Heroes" era, and Chrissie Hynde. Now living in NYC, her hypnotic power alt-rock could be the City's soundtrack.

Sandcastle Theory - Melodic pop rock hailing from Guelph, Ontario, highlighting the songwriting team of Tim Tibbitts and Kal Mollison. Influences include Counting Crows and Jeff Buckley- dig it!

Shibboleth - Themes for Imaginary 70's Sitcoms? Shibboleth's wry sophistication is too edgy for Muzak, too droll for Lounge, too good to miss! Instrumental, essential- see you in the elevator.

Stavia - Based in London, Stavia is an exotic-pop singer/songwriter whose influences include Kate Bush, Carly Simon, and World Music. First class tunes, great band!

Tony Bellardi - Big sound from a small town in Italy! Tony gives a nod to Joe Satriani with his blend of Instrumental Rock, Jazz and Blues.

Willie Logan - Scotland's Willie Logan sites a line of badass guitar slingers as influences: Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, Gary Moore, among others. High energy chops!