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    Intertwined
    Drink hail ... wassail! It's the long-awaited second CD from Ren-rock sensation Three Quarter Ale! 'Intertwined' is a rich tapestry of superb vocal harmonies, lilting harp, lively flute, and devilish guitar, woven from traditional and modern musical styles and trimmed with the warm humor that has made Three Quarter Ale favorites of fans and critics alike. Ariana Pellayle (Becky Cormier), Rosemary Quench (Rivka Levin), and Wicked Pete Speakeasy (Dolph Amick) invite you to climb into their traveling wagon for a rollicking Renaissance-tinged trip over hill and dale with Three Quarter Ale!
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    People Places & the Past
    Ron is a multi-instrumentalist who plays acoustic guitar, Irish whistle and mandolin on this album of songs and tunes in the Australian folk tradition. The CD has traditional tunes such as the lilting Irish 'Si Beg Si Mohr' and the unofficial Australian anthem 'Waltzing Matilda. There are songs of transportation, drovers and whale-men of Australia's past as well as original songs of the beauty of the Northern Territory, the problems of prospecting for gems in Queensland and life for some in outback Alice Springs. All songs are brought to life by Ron's fingerstyle acoustic instrumentation and authentic singing. Ron was born in Sydney and spent a lot of his late teenage years and early 20s playing in bands in pubs, clubs and coffee houses. He was bass player for the "house band" for the ABC folk music television program "Sit Yourself Down" hosted by Marian Henderson in the early 1970s. He performed with the folk performers Al Ward, Dan Johnson, John Currie and Mick Green in the folk clubs around Sydney. He also performed with the "John Currie Folk Revue" performing at many venues including the Sydney Opera House and releasing an album of folk songs entitled "400 Years" . During this time he performed in support bands for touring artists including "Steeleye Span", "The Dubliners", "Buffy Saint Marie", "Fairport Convention" and "Roy Orbison". He performed with the blues / R&B group "Don Hopkins R&B 4" led by the brilliant New Orleans style pianist Don Hopkins in clubs and pubs around Sydney In 1978 he moved to Goulburn and joined local folk group "The Poddy Dodgers" and over the following years performed with Peter McLaren in the folk duo "Two Up" and performed with the bush band "Shanty" which became the regular weekly house band at Wilton Winery for a number of years. Either solo or as a band member Ron has traveled Australia performing at many different venues and festivals including " Australian Blues Music Festival", " Boorowa Woolfest", " Broadbeach Blues Festival". " Echuca Winter Blues Festival", " Gympie Country Music Muster", " Tallong Apple Festival" " Threadbo Blues Festival" and " Wangaratta Jazz and Blues Festival".
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    Just Wandering
    How NOMAD came about. The idea of NOMAD was conceived by Mark Arnold back in 2000 when he met a New York film director who was planning to make a film called I, Nomad - a stylish, arty film featuring supermodels emerging from the sea to portray the beginnings of land-based life on earth. Mark composed some music on spec for the soundtrack - but the film was never made. Mark, however, had the idea of making a whole album based on the mix of world, jazz and chill influences that had coloured the music for the film. He was joined by singer Abi Strevens, who also plays flute, and lyricist Andy Hart, who plays percussion. Things moved on apace when producer Nat Duke came on board to cleverly blend an intriguing mix of samples with contributions from a group of highly accomplished local musicians and singers. The result of three and a half years efforts - NOMAD's Just Wandering... album has been released by Oxford-based record label - The Music Plant. So what is the album like? Most people say that the thing that initially strikes them is the gorgeous clarity of Abi Strevens' vocals that run right through the album. The first track on the album - which is also going to be released as a single - is Letting go... You might ask yourself how a rapper and an opera singer can sound great on the same track. Try listening to it and you will see! The lilting, catchy melody seems destined to make it as an ideal summer hit - the ideal backdrop to a relaxing drink on a hot summer afternoon. The track features opera singer Virginia de Ledesma and Slimma Levi - lead singer from Makating - who sadly died days after the recording sessions. Several tracks feature the smooth, sexy sounds of saxophonist, Julia Middleton. Guitar stylist Shaun Bessant literally makes his instrument sing on the album, managing to create a wide variety of lovely sounds. Duncan McNaughton graces a couple of tracks with smooth trumpet and flugelhorn. Mark Revell - guitarist from The Egg - makes a guest appearance on Spirit - an epic track that features monks chanting in a cave and the sounds of a string orchestra featuring cellist Spike Wilson.
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    You Go to My Head
    Patricia Dean and the legendary Grady Tate are among the few artists in the history of jazz who play drums and sing, and who do both at an exceptional level. Patricia Dean is no mere 'singing drummer' or 'drumming singer'. As a drummer she's an inspiring and supremely tasteful time keeper, accompanist, and soloist. As a jazz vocalist, Dean is swinging, sensitive, and quite simply, just wonderfully musical. This Tampa, Florida native was literally and figuratively surrounded by music while growing up. Her father, formerly lead alto saxophonist on the famed 'Sherwood's Forest' recording by Bobby Sherwood, was also a talented composer, clarinetist, and pianist. Her older brother, an accomplished bassist was already playing in youth orchestras and backing up name acts while still in high school. But what led Patricia to seriously consider a career in music was none other than the singer/drummer Karen Carpenter. Dean went through her 'banging on pots and pans stage' while playing with The Carpenter's records, finally got an actual drum set, began studying privately, and played her first professional gig at the age of 14. Along the way she listened and listened. She sites Sarah Vaughan, Nancy Wilson, Shirley Horn and Julie London as among her singing influences. Careful listeners may hear some overtones of Dinah Washington, who of course, greatlly influenced Nancy Wilson and Duke Ellington's Betty Roche. Indeed, Dean's version of 'Take the 'A' Train' recalls the memorable Roche/Ellington recording of that song in 1952. What is so special about Dean's singing is that she is equally skilled and convincingas a heartfelt ballad singer, swinging scatter, and evocative interpreter of Braziian melodies. That's rare. In terms of drumming, Dean names Ed Thigpen, Sonny Payne, Tony Williams and Jack DeJohnette as some of the percussionists she listened carefully to. Dean has taken the best of what these players represent and combined them to forge her own, unique identity. Above all, no matter what the style or the song, 'taste' is at the forefront. Pianist Stu Shelton is technically astounding, to be sure, but he's a player who never let's his chops get in the way of what a jazz pianist and accompanist for a singer is supposed to do: swing and support the vocalist in that order. Bassist Rick Doll is a versatile and in demand player who is at home playing virtually any style of music. Guest artist Bob Zottola, who plays trumpet on the gorgeous ballad 'You Go To My Head', was a first call New York city session player who backed everyone from Benny Goodman and Frank Sinatra to Chick Corea and Maynard Ferguson. Highpoints abound in this satisfying and well paced set. Dean's song selection is an eclectic one. Some of these compositions, particularly the minor themed 'Beautiful Love', the lilting bossa nova of 'Little Boat', and the emotional ballad 'Everytime We Say Goodbye', are just not heard very often these days. And they should be. Some others are heard in refreshing hew settings, specifically 'The Lamp is Low' recast with a Brazilian rhythm, and a vocal version of 'If I Were A Bell', most often played as an instrumental. 'Stew's Blues' is the only instrumental of the set, featuring Shelton, Doll and the marvelous drumming of the leader, in some tasty and intelligent exchanges with Shelton. Through the years Dean has worked with any number of jazz legends, including Nat Adderley, Ira Sullivan, Bobby Militello and the late John LaPorta who once remarked about Dean, '...her two and four is so deep'. There is, in fact, great depth and beauty, and some joyous swinging to be heard on every track on this recording. Bruce Klauber, D., Mus.
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    Clouds with Silver
    Featuring eleven finely crafted self-written songs CLOUDS WITH SILVER takes Lisa's blend of exquisitely melodic acoustic music to another level. With most tracks recorded live, the album is infused with a real intimacy showcasing Lisa's soulful and powerful voice and heartfelt lyrics. From album opener, the upbeat radio friendly 'Come Back Down', to the sweeping uplifting "Live Your Life", through to the plaintive yearning ballads "The Boy Who..." and 'Makes Your Heart Sing', the album is full of standout tracks. Other highlights include the dreamy 'Call Me' and 'NY Song' which also display her dynamic and evocative voice and immense gift for melodic hooks. The album closes with live tracks "New Years Day" and "Time to Grow". Recorded live in the studio with just her voice and acoustic guitar, these two tracks totally capture the raw heartfelt emotion of Lisa's live performance. Recorded mostly in New York City at Monkeyboy Studios, the album is co-produced with respected producer and multi-instrumentalist Brad Albetta (Martha Wainwright, Rufus Wainwright, Teddy Thompson) who also adds some subtle sonic dimensions on bass and keyboards. The acoustic songs are also enriched by some truly beautiful string arrangements. "Makes Your Heart Sing" and "Here Alone" feature strings by one of Nashville's most highly regarded producers David Henry (Josh Rouse, Alison Krauss, REM) and New York based violinist Claudia Chopek (Ryan Adams, HEM) created the wonderful lilting arrangements on "NY Song" and "Live Your Life". More of New York's most outstanding musicians guest on some of the tracks. Superb drummer Matt Johnson (Jeff Buckley, Rufus Wainwright) adds his talent to the two full band tracks and the excellent guitarist Jim Campilongo (in Norah Jones's The Little Willies) contributes his trademark Telecaster sound to the upbeat Americana track "When You Come Home". Influenced by classic singer-songwriters such as Carole King, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young and contemporary artists such as Ryan Adams, Josh Rouse, Mindy Smith, Tift Merritt and Kathleen Edwards, Lisa is a versatile singer-songwriter whose music has been described as delicate acoustic roots pop with heartfelt lyrics, gorgeous melodies and stunning vocals. She has released three acclaimed albums 'Slipstream'(2003), 'Lost Again'(2005) and 'Clouds with Silver' (2008) that have received airplay across the world including Bob Harris's BBC Radio 2 shows. Her song 'Dragonfly' was played on his 'Best of British' show which featured the best British songwriters and in December 2006 she was personally asked to do a live session and interview on the show. February 2007 saw her invited to appear as the special guest at a 'Bob Harris presents..Americana' showcase at London's Borderline. In 2007 she also released an iTunes only acoustic album, 'Lost Again - The Acoustic Sessions'. A compelling live performer, Lisa has performed prestigious venues in the UK, Europe, NYC and Vancouver and opened for many respected artists including Chuck Prophet, Kathryn Williams, Brian Kennedy, The Handsome Family, Devon Sproule, The Hot Club of Cowtown, The Deadstring Brothers, Eileen Rose, Rod Picott, Gina Villalobos, Corb Lund, Boo Hewerdine, Eve Selis, Jess Klein, Johnathan Rice, and Kate Campbell. First album 'Slipstream' captured a very acoustic sound while 'Lost Again', produced by Gabriel Minnikin, a former member of acclaimed Canadian alt-country band, The Guthries, took her blend of exquisitely melodic country pop to another level with beautiful lush arrangements and an increase in instrumentation. Lisa's previous albums, Clouds with Silver is distributed through Proper Distribution, the UK's biggest independent distributors, who feel it is 'a very strong and confident piece of work that deserves to be heard'. It earned even more glowing press reviews, airplay on BBC Radio 2 and other radio shows and been the most successful release to date. Praise for Clouds with Silver 'A beautiful album..it really is' Bob Harris, BBC Radio 2 'Excellent new album...a real step up in sound for Lisa, the quality and profile of the guests are guaranteed to raise her profile both here and the US, and this is an album that will bring her to an even wider audience.' Fish Records. 'a very strong and confident piece of work that deserves to be heard.' Proper Music Distribution 'a sensational breeze of fresh air. The lyrical and vocal content of all 11 of Lisa's self-penned songs, provide a longing for more and more accomplished singer-songwriters like herself to come out of the woodwork...a fantastic insight into a world of love, loss and changes' Maverick Magazine **** She has really developed as both a songwriter and performer has our Redford, the London-based songwriter who has surpassed all her previous work with this beautiful record...There is a warmth and welcoming vibe to Redford's music that really is difficult to resist. Given that a lot of these songs seem to be about failed love or unquenchable longing, it's an acute sense of melody and delivery that stop this becoming just another rummage around a broken heart. Musicianship is top class with strings being a welcome and unobtrusive addition. Her voice - sweet, sultry, sensational at times - becomes an old friend after a few plays and when at it's best really does find a way of piercing the old emotional ducts. Bob Harris, the patron saint of female singer-songwriters, has Redford right up there at the top of the pile. It's easy to see why with 'Clouds With Silver' potentially being the record that will catapult her to new heights. Yeah, liked this one, mighty fine indeed. Americana UK - 8 out of 10 This is classy and assured. Lisa is one to watch for sure.' Properganda magazine Clouds with Silver is Redford's best album so far. Her pure, pretty voice has developed a deeper resonance and character and her attractive melodies and thoughful lyrics have become more consistent and finer crafted. Country Music People Magazine tellingly it's the soaring yet intimate vocals of Redford that shine throughout...She adds smouldering depth to fine self-penned material such as 'NY Song', 'Live Your Life', 'The Boy Who...' and 'Time to Grow'. Her grasp of texture, mood and fearlessness in giving it her all, I suspect, comes with the realisation that she actually possesses a voice able to do her musical vision justice.' R2 Rock n Reel Magazine **** 'Lisa Redford is a breath of fresh air. Hers is a pure and quite lovely voice which delivers some sweet Americana-tinged songs from the heart, all done to tasteful acoustic arrangements including some nice fingerstyle guitar. ' Manchester Evening News 'Lisa has already been described as, 'one of our finest singer/songwriters, by BBC Radio 2's Bob Harris and I would not argue with a Bob recommendation. This is melodic acoustic music of the finest quality, gentle, soulful and uplifting at the same time. The end result has been achieved by recording in New York City with some of the best in the business and with two albums behind her the apprenticeship is complete. She mixes delicate and melancholy with the upbeat with ease and should sit pretty either side of the pond!' Classic Rock Society Magazine 'Redford has grown in both confidence and stature as both songwriter and singer for her best album to date.' Fatea Magazine 'Radio 2 playlist here you come' **** The Event Magazine 'heartfelt acoustic folk-pop gem' Going Out Magazine, Evening News 'an accomplished and melodic achievement' In-Sync Magazine.
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    Running for the drum
    Buffy Sainte-Marie: kanadische Musikerin, Komponistin und Sozialaktivistin indianischer Abstammung .Running for the drum erschien 2009.On her first album in 13 years, folk icon and Native American activist Buffy Sainte-Marie comes out swinging. She takes on corporate greed over the furious tribal beat of No No Keshagesh and makes effective use of audio samples of pow-wows on both the blistering Working for the Government and the dance-floor-ready Cho Cho Fire. With those three cuts followed by a gorgeous, lilting reworking of her own Little Wheel Spin and Spin, Running for the Drum boasts a simply phenomenal opening sequence. Those songs speak to the depth of Sainte-Marie's focused folk-singer outrage and her still-razor-sharp ear for a memorable pop hook. The lead track Keshagesh means Greedy Guts. It's what you call a little puppy who eats his own and then wants everybody else's. TRACKS: 1. No No Keshagesh 2. Cho Cho Fire 3. Workin' For the Government 4. Little Wheel Spin and Spin 5. Too Much Is Never Enough 6. To the Ends of the World 7. When I Had You 8. I Bet My Heart on You 9. Blue Sunday 10. Easy Like The Snow Falls Down 11. America the Beautiful 12. Still This Love Goes On
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    Llobet: Sämtliche Gitarrenmusik
    This new recording presents the complete guitar works of Llobet, who himself was a virtuoso on his instrument, as shown in the complex and innovative writing. Barcelona-born Miguel Llobet once played for the Spanish royal family in the early 20th century. Credited with beginning the notion of a touring classical guitarist, Llobet travelled throughout Europe and beyond, briefly settling in both Paris and Buenos Aires. He later returned to Barcelona, unable to distance himself from his birthplace despite the grip of the civil war in which the city found itself.This collection brings together Llobet's complete works for guitar, beginning with Leonesa and his popular arrangements of 13 Catalan folk songs. These arrangements, each of a varying character, wring a different emotion from the guitar, from the sprightly L'Hereu Riera and lilting El Noi de la Mare to the flourishes of Canço de Lladre and the mournful El Testament d'Amelia. The Variations on a Theme of Sor, based on Fernando Sor's B minor study, contrast a haunting melody with complex articulation. Also featured on the disc are Llobet's 5 Preludes, the Argentinian Folk Songs, Etudes, the witty and bright Scherzo-Waltz, and the composer's debut composition Romance, among others.Italian guitarist Giulio Tampalini studied at the Luca Marenzio Conservatory in Brescia and the G.F. Ghedini Conservatory in Cuneo, and has attended masterclasses all over the world with performers such as Tilman Hoppstock, Eliot Fisk and Dusan Bogdanovic. He has won awards at many international competitions and has performed with orchestras across Europe, America and Asia, including the Andalusian Symphony Orchestra, the European Soloists of Luxembourg, and Pittsburgh's Point Chamber Orchestra.Other information:- New recording, recorded on 3--6 May 2012, Bartok Recording Studio, Bernareggio, Milan.- Tampalini plays on a Philip Woodfield 2010 guitar (strings: Aquila Perla).- The works of Spanish composer Miguel Llobet (1878-1838) have to be seen in the light of his own tragic life, which after glorious periods in the highest artistic circles of Paris at the beginning of the 20th century, ended in depression and gloom in Barcelona in the dismal circumstances caused by the Spanish Civil War. His music eschews the artificial quasi-Spanish-folklore elements, but is firmly rooted in the Spanish culture, albeit of a deeper and darker character, and injected with 20th century modernist elements.- Excellent performances by Giulio Tampalini, one of Italy's leading guitarists.- Contains superb liner notes by Angelo Gilardino and a biography of the artist.
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    Outta Town
    Known for his Americana and Floribbean originals, Outta Town is an acoustic collection of Country songs by Phil Schneider. From the lilting melodies of "Country Rain" and "Livin' My Life as a Cowboy" to the raucous "Down At Woodies". The Bob Wills inspired Western Swing of "Some Other Kind" and Rock-a-billy "Santa Gertrudis Bull". The bluegrass stylings of the traditional Appalachian ballad "The Cuckoo" and the humor of "New Man in Town", "Skit-So-Frenic" and "Dainty Things". The haunting "Oak Upon the Hill" and the revivalist redemption of "He Gives Me Power". Enjoy, y'all!
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