Dienstag, 21. Mai 2013
Interview with Josh Thompson
Interview with Josh
Thompson
Lamitschka: Music has many new fans throughout Europe who may be hearing about you for the first time. How would you describe yourself and the music you play to someone who has never seen or heard you?
Josh
Thompson: To folks who haven't heard my music I would describe
it as honest real life lyrics put to music that has both a rowdy edge
as well as laid back feel
Lamitschka: What is your favorite song among all the songs you have recorded and what's the story behind it?
Josh Thompson: My
favorite song I've recorded is Sinner. I think it's because it
just took on a life of its own as we recorded it. One of those
songs where the music is exactly what the song needs
Lamitschka: What was your big break that got you into the music business?
Josh Thompson: I'd
say it was a series of "breaks" but the big one was the
first song I got recorded. That made a few more people listen
Lamitschka: What inspired you to become an artist?
Josh Thompson: What
inspired me to be a singer/songwriter was the affect music had on me
and my life. I just wanted to be a part of that
Lamitschka: What moments in your career stand out in your memory as highlights and achievements which you are proud of?
Josh Thompson: Highlights
would be the first time I heard my song on the radio, playing the
Grand Ole Opry and getting to share the stage with some of my heros
Josh Thompson: I’d like to play Red Rocks Amphitheater in Colorado
Lamitschka: What can your fans expect to see when they see you in concert?
Josh Thompson: What
fans can expect when they come to a show is a rocking time. There
is no down time or silence for that matter. We always keep the
music going
Josh Thompson: Yes
I do. www.joshthompsonofficial.com.
It has tour dates, photos and videos from the road, and music. Make
sure you check it out
Lamitschka: What's your favorite song that you wish you could have recorded?
Josh Thompson: A song I wish I recorded would be "The House That Built Me" recorded by Miranda Lambert. Just an amazing song
Lamitschka: What message would you like to send your European fans?
Josh Thompson: To my fans in Europe I would like to say hello, I appreciate the support and I look forward to meeting you one day
Christian Lamitschka (
Ch.Lamitschka@t-online.de
)
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Chantal Kuegle - Chantal Kuegle
Chantal Kuegle
Chantal Kuegle
Never
Alone 3:39 Now That I Get to Drive 3:18
One and
Only 4:31 A Simple Kind of
Beautiful 3:40 Why 4:09
Never Alone starts up and instantly I’ve fallen in love with her voice. It could also be due to the fact that my wife and daughter are on the other side of the world (Taiwan) for the summer and I’ve been taking advantage of the time to really finish a book, set up a literary press, and help a few of my friends by editing and critiquing their work. The lyrics of this song really strike a chord with me. I’d love right now for my wife to be pouring this ego-expanding bourbon through my earphones (minus a morning hangover).
Now That I Get to Drive is next. Hey wait a minute. That sweet voice was given a license. What a shame it also sounds as if she lost her virginity in the backseat before and was then kicked to the curb. She definitely feels like she’s got something to prove in this one. I’d hate to be the unsuspecting guy who did it, this song makes her sound like she’s now infected with some sort of angry ‘stalker syndrome.’
Yup, I was right. One and Only proves it. I got a bit of advice for this guy she’s singing about, “You better run away fast. Run far, far away. Stuff a backpack and get the hell outa Dodge.” Whoa, I gotta take a break. Let me think, did I ever meet this girl. Because now I’m going to check all the doors and make sure the windows are locked too. I wonder if it’s possible to dead bolt windows, or if it’s too late to board them up. Will the neighbors call the cops if they hear me hammering the concrete nails in?
Okay, I’m back. I just smoked a few cigarettes and took a look around. We do have neighborhood watch, so I believe I’ll be safe. Simple Kind of Beautiful is the next one. It’s a very calming song with a sweet melody. Now, there’s the girl I met on the first track.
The last song is Why. The grammar check hit it because I didn’t put a question mark but it didn’t have one in the title. This song lyrically is just scary knowing the second and third tracks. It has those beautiful sounding vocals, but when you listen to them it’s an even scarier kind of stalking.
Overall, Chantal Kuegle should go back and stick with what best works for her. If she wants to just have an over-obsessed female following than she should stick with those songs. In my personal opinion, The album bounces back and forth like it was all put together during ‘that time of the month.’ She does have a great voice and I believe that sooner or later it’ll come together. On this album it just doesn’t.
Jeremy Frost for Country Music News International
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HANK WILLIAM'S SUPER-STAR
HANK WILLIAM'S SUPER-STAR OPENING ACT COMES TO IOWA
Anita, Iowa..... It was December, 1952. Hank Williams
Sr., had already experienced many ups and downs in his meteoric country
music career. In Charleston, West Virginia, a huge crowd waited for
him in a blistering snowstorm. His opening act was standing by. Because
Hank could not make it due to the storm, the show was canceled and all
of the performers, including his opening act, was sent to Canton, Ohio,
where they were to appear on a New Year's Day matinee. Then they got
the news. Hank Williams was dead. An eerie shock-driven hush filled
the auditorium. After a time, Hawkshaw Hawkins decided the show must go
on, each performer making a tribute to Hank. One by one the acts
slowly made their way to the stage, each singing a Hank Williams song.
The opening act sang "Mansion On A Hill." That opening act was June
Webb.
Before she became the very important opening act for
Hank Williams, this young beautiful blonde was asked to audition for Roy
Acuff, the king of country music. The night she sang for Acuff, she
performed "I Cried Again." to a hootin' and hollerin' crowd. Acuff
signed her on the spot. She became known as the 'prettiest Smoky
Mountain Boy." From this experience she received Billboard Magazine's
prestigious "Most Promising Female Vocalist" award. She performed
everywhere Acuff went. She was hugely popular on the USO tours, which
gave her an opportunity to show her support for the military.
Webb signed with RCA Records, working closely with
Chet Atkins. Atkins considered June Webb to be among the top three
guitarists in country music, along with himself and Grady Martin. With
her amazing ability to sing, she added her instrumental abilities to her
performances. She began touring with Jim Reeves and the Everly
Brothers, and a host of other acts produced by Chet Atkins.
In 2011 June Webb was inducted into America's Old Time
Country Music Hall of Fame' at the National Old Time Country Music
Festival held annually in LeMars, Iowa. She had been retired from show
business for about 30 years, but the experience was a delight for her.
Now she is returning to Iowa on May 31st, for a very special concert at
the Oak Tree Performance Center in Anita. She will be honoring not only
the military which she has such high regard for, she will
also be paying tribute to her two fellow performing artists, Hank
Williams and Roy Acuff. Showtime is 7pm with reserved seats at $10,
available by calling 712-762-4363.
It should also be noted that Ms. Webb is doing this concert as a
fundraiser for the Pioneer Music Museum, also located in Anita. It's to
help fix a leaking roof on the building that contains her Hall of Fame
display.
joining Ms. Webb, as the opening act, which they
treasure, is Smithsonian recording artists, Bob & Sheila Everhart.
This is the couple that produce and manage the National Old Time Music
Festival in LeMars, Iowa, and are also the proprietors of the Oak Tree
Performance Center in Anita, and the ones responsible for bringing Ms.
Webb out of retirement. According to Bob Everhart, "June Webb has one
of the most magnificent voices I've heard in my lifetime. It is a real
pleasure for my wife Sheila and I to be the opening act for this
gracious lady."
Also on the program is backing musicians Rick &
Harriette Andersen and David Green, and special vocalists Francis Hahn
and Marge Lund.
More information is available on the Everhart's website www.ntcma.net
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ON THE ROAD WITH THE EVERHARTS MAY 21. 2013
ON THE ROAD WITH THE EVERHARTS
Anita, Iowa...Sticking pretty close to home, Bob &
Sheila Everhart, traveling musicians who are now doing their "Traveling
Museum of Music" program for various opera houses and museums in Iowa,
are getting ready for one of their most unusual concerts at the Oak Tree
Performance Center in Anita. "We were astonished in 2011, when June
Webb came to our festival in LeMars for Hall of Fame induction
ceremonies," Bob said. "She had been out of country music for quite a
long time, nearly 40 years. She makes her home in Sarasota, Florida,
and was known as the 'prettiest Smoky Mountain boy' a label pinned on
her by Roy Acuff, who she worked for as his lead vocalist. She was also
a solo artist, and opened many shows for Hank Williams, Sr. As a
matter of fact, she was the opening act on the last two shows Hank never
showed up for because he died in the backseat of his car. After that
happened, June Webb sort of disappeared from show business, but she's
back, and she is an incredibly gifted country singer. She will be at
the Oak Tree for a special Memorial Day Weekend concert on May 31st."
"I like June Webb too," Sheila added, "she certainly
has a magnificent voice. I just celebrated my 40th birthday, which of
course got Bob and Bobbie Lhea all excited, but what really struck me as
an incredibly nice birthday present was a case of Timber Ridge wine
with my photo on the label from a retired CIA agent. How is that
possible. Francis Hahn is one of our regular performers at the Oak
Tree, and I can't wait for his special 4th of July presentation. It's
quite a nice thing."
"We sure had fun celebrating mom's 40th birthday,"
Bobbie Lhea was quick to add. "Dad and I got her some nice presents,
and of course we had a couple of dinners as well as lunches, but the
best one was in Greenfield at the Olive Branch Restaurant. We've been
there before, it's the only Greek restaurant near us. So, dad said lets
put the 'budget lunch' test on, and see what happens, and much to our
surprise we could each have a Gyro sandwich (this is mostly lamb meat)
and a drink and still have a budget lunch. We took one of their pizza's
home for later, so that didn't count."
The Everharts are also getting ready for their 38th
festival in LeMars, Iowa, and according to Bob, the line-up is already
looking good. "Appears we'll have Lulu Roman on Aug 29 (she was on Hee
Haw), Joanne Cash (Johnny Cash's sister) will be with us on Aug 30, as
will her husband Dr. Yates who is the founder of Cowboy Church. Also on
that day we'll have Ed Bruce who wrote "Mama Don't Let Your Babies Grow
Up To Be Cowboys" for Willie Nelson. Kenny Serrat (the guy who
apparently gave Merle Haggard his vocal style), and Michael Martin
Murphey are set aside for Aug 30, so it's starting to look like a great
week in LeMars, Aug 26-Sept. 1.
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Natalie HOWARD performing at the 2013 CMA
Natalie HOWARD performing at the 2013 CMA Global Artist Showcase at The Stage in Nashville on 3rd June.
Natalie has been invited to perform this year at the CMA Global
Artist Party and cannot wait to showcase her singles and other tracks
from her new album
"Under {Love's} Umbrella". The Global Artist
Showcase precedes the CMA Music Festival. This is the 10 year
anniversary for the CMA Global Artist Party and will include performers
from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Brazil, Sweden and the UK.
"Under {Love's} Umbrella" was recorded in Nashville with 'A' list studio musicians and produced by
Jimmie Lee Sloas, a 2 time Grammy Award winning
producer, 2 time Music Row Bass Player of The Year and 2013 Academy of
Country Music (ACM) 'Bass Player of The Year'.
Natalie's relatable songs cover the gamut of human emotion, from heartache to healing to happiness.
Natalie was a two time Nominee in the Australian 2013 CMC Awards -
"
CMC Oz Artist of The Year' and '
CMC Australian Video Of The Year' with '
Feel Like Letting Go', a Top 10 hit on CMC Top 50.
'Under {Love's} Umbrella' is available worldwide direct from Natalie's website : www.nataliehoward.net
Also Bigpond, iTunes worldwide, Music stores in Australia and other outlets worldwide
Also Bigpond, iTunes worldwide, Music stores in Australia and other outlets worldwide
To view the CMC nominated Australian Video of the Year - FEEL LIKE LETTING GO please visit: www.youtube.com/watch?v=
To view CMC 'Country Pick of The Week' -
'You Oughta Marry Me' please visit: www.youtube.com/watch?v= 8WH6Vs468o8 OR vimeo.com/34546725
(Filmed by Rusty Gate Films)
To view the
fun BEHIND THE SCENES look into the making of '
Hit The Hay' please visit: www.youtube.com/watch?v= jZcSYxtEvlo
(Directed by Duncan Toombs @ Filmery)
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ARTISTS ANOUNCED FOR FREE CONCERTS ON THE BUD LIGHT STAGE
ARTISTS ANOUNCED FOR FREE CONCERTS ON THE BUD LIGHT STAGE AT BRIDGESTONE ARENA PLAZA DURING 2013 CMA MUSIC FESTIVAL JUNE 6-9 IN NASHVILLE
Country Artist Robin Meade of HLN's "Morning Express with Robin Meade" Announced the Lineup Via CMA’s Social Networks
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GEORGE STRAIT 60 NO. 1 SINGLES
GEORGE STRAIT BECOMES THE FIRST MUSIC ARTIST IN HISTORY TO ACHIEVE 60 NO. 1 SINGLES
“Give It All We Got Tonight” Tops the Charts
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- (Monday, May 20, 2013) – Country Music Hall of Fame member George Strait became the first music artist in history, regardless of genre, to place 60 songs at the top of the charts when Mediabase
named “Give It All We Got Tonight” as this week’s most played song on
country radio. The song is the first single from Strait's new album Love Is Everything, released last week. “Give It All We Got Tonight” was written by Mark Bright, Tim James and Phil O’Donnell.
“I
didn’t realize we were making history -- I just hoped we were putting
out music that my fans would enjoy,” said Strait. “As always, I’m
thankful to the fans and country radio for their support on all 60 of
these number one songs as well as my entire career. They are the ones
who made this happen.”
Strait fans, radio stations and some of country music’s biggest artists joined the "Sixty For Sixty" movement at sixtyforsixty.com
to accomplish the historic career milestone -- giving Strait his 60th
No. 1 single, while he was 60 years old. It came down to the wire, as
Strait turned 61 over the weekend (on Saturday, May 18), but in the
words of the man himself, “I may be 61, but I don’t feel a day over 60.”
"The
amount of support shown by fans, industry and especially country radio
to give George his 60th No. 1 single is the ultimate testament in a
format that has been defined by his music," said Royce Risser, SVP
Promotion for Universal Music Group Nashville. "No one is more
deserving of this accomplishment than George Strait, the undeniable King
of Country Music. Happy Birthday George!"
Love Is Everything,
which Strait co-produced with longtime collaborator Tony Brown, is
receiving stellar reviews during its first week of release, including:
- "This veteran may hang up his traveling boots, but his consistency as a recording artist isn't slowing down.” -- Associated Press
- “In the case of Love Is Everything, it truly is an album worth giving a listen to, and then again, and then again. Strait and longtime producer Tony Brown have assembled incredible material – which granted, is a given with a Strait album. If you haven't bought a Strait release in a few years, this might be the one!” – Billboard
- “[George] shows he hasn't lost a step in the studio. (* * * * out of four).” – USA Today
Strait kicked off 2013 in high gear for the first leg of his The Cowboy Rides Away Tour.
Only the June 1 show in San Antonio’s Alamodome remains in the sold out
tour. Known as the “house they built for George,” the Alamodome sold
out within an astounding six minutes of going on sale. Strait is the
highest ranked country act on Pollstar's 2013 Worldwide Tickets Chart. Dates for the second leg of his tour, taking place in 2014, will be announced later this year.
For more information on Strait, Love Is Everything, The Cowboy Rides Away Tour and more, visit www.GeorgeStrait.com.
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LIVE FROM THE ARCHIVES
LIVE FROM THE ARCHIVES OF 650 AM WSM - VOLUME 1 SET FOR SUMMER RELEASE
Full-Length Album of WSM In-studio Performances Set for June 25 Release
Album Includes Live Performances from Billy Dean, Rodney Crowell,
the Del McCoury Band, Mark Wills, The Grascals, The Time Jumpers and More

Nashville, Tenn. (May 20, 2013) - For the first time in its illustrious 87 year history, 650 AM WSM is releasing a compilation volume of live, in-station performances by world renowned artists and writers. On June 25, 2013, this 16-track release, titled LIVE FROM THE ARCHIVES OF 650 AM WSM - VOLUME ONE (Red River Entertainment / RED Distribution) will
be available on CD and a limited, numbered edition two-jacket vinyl
release, as well as digitally. 650 AM WSM, the iconic radio home of the
legendary Grand Ole Opry – “The show that made country music famous” -
has played a significant part in shaping the history of Country Music
and these performances, collectively represent what the station brand is
all about. A brand that is loved and respected by millions of true
music fans all over the world.
LIVE FROM THE ARCHIVES features a heartfelt introduction from Country Music Hall of Famer Vince Gill, and rolls into live, one of a kind performances by some of the biggest songwriters and artists of our time including JD Souther, Rodney Crowell and Vince himself. This one-of-a-kind project begins and ends with Reba McEntire’s emotional induction of long-time WSM announcer Ralph Emery into the National Radio Hall Of Fame.
"A
station with such historical value as WSM, should have great moments
not only preserved but shared with fans all around the world," says WSM
Program Director and the album's Executive Producer, Joe Limardi.
"This CD and future editions will ensure that and be another chapter
in our legendary story. I hope true music fans enjoy this compilation of
performances as much we did the first time we heard them."
About 650 AM WSM
650
AM WSM’s first official broadcast day was October 5, 1925. The station
is the radio home of the Grand Ole Opry, which has been broadcast live
over the airwaves since its inception. WSM can be heard in 38 states on
650 AM and worldwide at wsmonline.com or the station's free mobile app. A weekly listing of all WSM programming is available on the station's website.
Live From The Archives of 650 AM WSM - Volume 1 Track Listing:
1. Introduction - Vince Gill
2. Ralph Emery's National Radio Hall of Fame Induction: Pt 1 - Ralph Emery & Reba McEntire
3. Nineteen Somethin' - Mark Wills
4. Stand By Your Man - Georgette Jones
5. Hello Lonely - Del McCoury Band
6. We Just Disagree - Billy Dean
7. Jesus Take The Wheel - Hillary Lindsey
8. Two Dozen Roses - Marty Raybon
9. It's A Great Day To Be Alive - Darrell Scott
10. Girlfriend Tonight - Elizabeth Cook
11. Together Again - The Time Jumpers
12. Last Train To Clarksville - The Grascals
13. Leaving Louisiana In The Broad Daylight - Rodney Crowell
14. Would You Go With Me - Shawn Camp
15. New Kid In Town - JD Souther
16. Ralph Emery's National Radio Hall of Fame Induction: Pt 2 - Ralph Emery & Reba McEntire
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Interview Rose Falcon
Interview Rose Falcon
Lamitschka: When you get time off, how do you like to relax?
Rose Falcon: I like to collect antique and vintage things, so I go thrifting. When I'm searching for treasures I forget everything else that is going on and that is relaxing and fun for me.
Lamitschka: Who is your biggest critic, yourself or others?
Rose Falcon: Definitely myself. I have so many wonderful, encouraging friends and fans, yet sometimes I still find myself wondering if I'm doing my job well.
Lamitschka: What's unique about you that will differentiate you from other artists?
Rose Falcon: I think I am fortunate to have a unique voice, that is a quality cannot really learn or create.
Lamitschka: What inspired you to become an artist?
Rose Falcon: My Dad is a singer/songwriter (Billy Falcon). I was constantly around music, people writing songs, and bands.
Lamitschka: What inspired you to become a songwriter?
Rose Falcon: I started out writing poetry and then my poems evolved into songs. My inspiration was the desire to get my feelings out on paper and share them with others in hopes that they could relate.
Lamitschka: If you had the chance to change something about the music industry, what would it be?
Rose Falcon: i guess people would be more honest and just tell it like it is.
Lamitschka: As an artist, you so many tasks such as recording, touring, interviews. What do you like best, what's your favorite activity?
Rose Falcon: I absolutely love writing songs. It is the best feeling in the world when the magic happens and you get a good one. Once you write a great song, that is something you will have forever.
Lamitschka: What is your latest CD and how's it doing?
Rose Falcon: I have recently released an EP called "19th Avenue Volume 2" and I have a video out for one of the songs called, "If love had a heart". The general response to the EP and to the single has been overwhelming ! I'm so thankful that people are enjoying my music so much.
Lamitschka: Music has many new fans throughout Europe who may be hearing about you for the first time. How would you describe yourself and the music you play to someone who has never seen or heard you?
Rose Falcon: I would say my music is organic, honest, heartfelt and the production on my recordings really revolves around the songs and highlighting the lyrical content. I would describe my voice as sweet with a little edge.
Lamitschka: What kind of songs do you like to record the most?
Rose Falcon: I like to record songs that tell stories and have truth in them. I also really like ballads, but of course, nobody wants to hear and album full of ballads (except for maybe me !)
Christian Lamitschka ( CountryMusicNewsInternational@googlemail.com )
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Rose Falcon: I like to collect antique and vintage things, so I go thrifting. When I'm searching for treasures I forget everything else that is going on and that is relaxing and fun for me.
Lamitschka: Who is your biggest critic, yourself or others?
Rose Falcon: Definitely myself. I have so many wonderful, encouraging friends and fans, yet sometimes I still find myself wondering if I'm doing my job well.
Lamitschka: What's unique about you that will differentiate you from other artists?
Rose Falcon: I think I am fortunate to have a unique voice, that is a quality cannot really learn or create.
Lamitschka: What inspired you to become an artist?
Rose Falcon: My Dad is a singer/songwriter (Billy Falcon). I was constantly around music, people writing songs, and bands.
Lamitschka: What inspired you to become a songwriter?
Rose Falcon: I started out writing poetry and then my poems evolved into songs. My inspiration was the desire to get my feelings out on paper and share them with others in hopes that they could relate.
Lamitschka: If you had the chance to change something about the music industry, what would it be?
Rose Falcon: i guess people would be more honest and just tell it like it is.
Lamitschka: As an artist, you so many tasks such as recording, touring, interviews. What do you like best, what's your favorite activity?
Rose Falcon: I absolutely love writing songs. It is the best feeling in the world when the magic happens and you get a good one. Once you write a great song, that is something you will have forever.
Lamitschka: What is your latest CD and how's it doing?
Rose Falcon: I have recently released an EP called "19th Avenue Volume 2" and I have a video out for one of the songs called, "If love had a heart". The general response to the EP and to the single has been overwhelming ! I'm so thankful that people are enjoying my music so much.
Lamitschka: Music has many new fans throughout Europe who may be hearing about you for the first time. How would you describe yourself and the music you play to someone who has never seen or heard you?
Rose Falcon: I would say my music is organic, honest, heartfelt and the production on my recordings really revolves around the songs and highlighting the lyrical content. I would describe my voice as sweet with a little edge.
Lamitschka: What kind of songs do you like to record the most?
Rose Falcon: I like to record songs that tell stories and have truth in them. I also really like ballads, but of course, nobody wants to hear and album full of ballads (except for maybe me !)
Christian Lamitschka ( CountryMusicNewsInternational@googlemail.com )
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FRED & DOROTHY TECHAU - Simple Gifts - Parlor Instrumentals
FRED & DOROTHY TECHAU
Simple Gifts - Parlor Instrumentals
The Rose - Enduring Young Charms - Spinning
Wheel - Limerick Waltz - Carry Me Back To Old Virginny - Old Black Joe -
Annie Laurie - Santa Lucia - Banks Of The Ohio - Danny Boy - Old
Kentucky Home - Rosewood Casket - I'm Always Chasing Rainbows - Goin'
Home - Juniper Medley - Beautiful Dreamer - Shenandoah - When I Grow Too
Old To Dream - I Dream Of Jeannie - Tennessee Waltz - Simple Gifts
Medley - Waltz Of The Wind - Somewhere My Love
This is an amazing CD to review, for several reasons. I've
never listened to a 'parlor instrumental' CD, neither have I listened
to something that carries me back so many years when 'parlor music' was
the 'in' thing to do. Not only listening to it, but playing it. Please
remember we are in a time when there was no television, no radio, no
amplifying microphones or anything like that. Just pleasant music
played well on acoustic musical instruments....in the parlor. Guests
would come for an evening of chit-chat and background music. Sometimes
the musicians were so good there was very little chit-chat. That's kind
of what this CD is all about. The musicians are so good they will
'draw' attention away from anything else going on. But also, it's
definitely 'background music' and would make an incredibly good
attraction in an antique store, a museum, a florist's shop, just about
anything that would be attractively enhanced by light
'easy-to-listen-to' music. Here's the instruments. Fred Techau plays
lap dulcimer, guitar, harmonica, and mandolin. His wife Dorothy plays
lap dulcimer and hammered dulcimer, and Harriette Andersen added the
acoustic upright bass. Now there's a big difference between lap
dulcimer and hammered dulcimer. The lap one is exactly that, it sits on
the lap and is played with a pick. the hammered one is the forerunner
to the piano and is played with mallets. Lovely music all the way
through, I would certainly recommend this for any of the preceding
stores, and would hope they would find a way to contact the Techau's,
who by the way just returned from a several week trip up the Amazon
River in South America.
Bob Everhart, Music Reviewer, www.ntcma.net
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SUE WEST - Words Of A Friend
SUE WEST
Words Of A Friend
Walk Right In Belmont - Words Of A Friend -
Old Red Barn - Sail Away Ladies - You Pretty Girls Of Michigan -
Cottonmill Girls - Take A Little Care - Standing by The Water - Bon Pour
La Lingue - The Last To Know - The Pearl - Cold Hard Clay - I Could Not
Melt Your Heart - Hick's Farewell - The Blackest Crow
Sue West is my favorite folk singer. That's a pretty broad
statement from someone who listens to all kinds of music. This
particular project however is without a doubt one of the nicest,
prettiest, sincerest, musical productions in authentic 'folk music' I've
heard in several decades. Starting with Sue West's incredible
songwriting abilities, it's a sheer 'wonder' that she can write such
sensitive words, knowing she's a mom, she has a job, she's a 'normal'
woman who also has the 'gift of music.' I love it when these incredibly
interesting people manage to bring their 'secret' to the front. Sue has
been influenced by a number of remarkable artists, not the least of
them Utah Phillips, and a ton of others. How do I know this? I
recorded six albums for Moses Asch of Folkways Records, that's how I
know. I've learned, listened, and heeded what good folk artists are
about and what they reveal. Not just about their music, but about
themselves. That's how I know Sue West the songwriter, but even more
impressive is Sue West the singer. Do you like Joan Baez or Judy
Collins? Oh yes, you can hear these wonderful voices in Sue West and
especially her 'own' voice and style. Hear her sing without
accompaniment on "The Pearl" and then you will understand what
'old-time' folk music is all about. Then there's Sue West the recording
artist. My my my she knew exactly what she wanted in each and every
song. My first impressions: Dan Newton on accordion. Not on every song
of course but just the right touch (especially nice on "Take A Little
Care For Me"), along with the low whistle of Laura MacKenzie
occasionally (best on 'You Pretty Girls Of Michigan'). Sandra K Njoes
added a delicious acoustic bass throughout the mix. Two other
instruments that lend such beautiful authenticity to the entire: Kenny
Jackson on fiddle and Adam Kiesling on banjo (especially nice frailing
style on "Cottonmill Girls." Then there's Sue West the mixer and
engineer in the studio. Yes, it took some time to get this all
accomplished, but Sue has a product that she can be proud of forever and
ever. I almost forgot a most important addition to the final
presentation. Popular folk artist Dakota Dave Hull also provided
baritone guitar, but more importantly made a major contribution at his
studio Arabica in Minneapolis, as well as sitting on the mix board and
the mastering process, as well as co-producing with Sue. The good news
about Dakota Dave Hull is that he goes into America's Old Time Country
Music Hall of Fame this year. Other good news is that the Rural Roots
Music Commission has selected Sue's CD as their "Old Time Folk Music CD
of the Year" award. Thank you so much Sue West for this most pleasant
and certainly professionally produced number one CD. I love it. Lest I
forget, the CD insert is also a Sue West creation, and it's incredibly
well done right down to her new icon featuring a guitar and a rural farm
scene helped along by Mike Farley.
Bob Everhart, Reviewer, www.ntcma.net
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