And worth a listen in my opinion…..

The Stumble – Lie to Me : Simply the best Blues-Rock CD I have heard in a long time. This six piece band writes their own rockin’ tunes, and is headed up by singer Paul Melville, and features saxophonist Simon Anthony. These guys are the real deal, and they’re real good. Have a Listen.

Ken Clark Organ Trio – Dr. Organstien : This is some funky organ playin’ on this CD, I mean to tell you! If you like the B3 sound, and like it backed up by some jamming guitar work, you will enjoy this CD. These guys have been together for 15 years, and it shows. Organ Virtuosity.

PhillyBloco – Funk E Samba : Samba, Reggae and New Orleans riffs set to Brazillian Carnival beats is what you will hear on this offering from PhillyBloco. From the first track to the last I was moving and I just wanted to hear the next track. This is good time music. Happy Grooves.

All of the selections above (as well as tunes from Jim Muldoon) are available for purchase on CDBaby.com.

As always, your comments on the above are welcome. – Jim

And worth a listen in my opinion…..

The Salty Suites – Live At Castoro Cellars : Traditional bluegrass well played and even more impressive that it is all performed live. There is some fine singing and playing (especially fiddle playing) on this effort. These folks sound like they’re having a lot of fun. Worthy Wailing.

Sean Michael Dargan – Snap Your Fingers & Stomp Your Feet : Sean mixes a lot of styles into this 13-track CD. All of it is well done, though, and I like the fact that it’s topical and varied. You won’t hear this on the radio, but give it a go – it might be just the thing. Nimble Nonsense.

Bill Johnson – Still Blue : Well now, here is some rockin’ blues from a man who knows how to sing the stuff– Mr. Bill Johnson. From beginning to end, you will be knocked out by his razor sharp vocals cutting through captivating hooks and great blues songwriting. Still Excellent.

All of the selections above (as well as tunes from Jim Muldoon) are available for purchase on CDBaby.com.

As always, your comments on the above are welcome. – Jim

And worth a listen in my opinion…..

Phil Jasselmyer – Rainy Day : Great easy listening instrumental guitar arranged, produced, and performed by Phil Jasselmyer is what we have on this effort. The works cover many different styles of music, and it is all done quite well. Put a pot of coffee on, and hit play. Peaceful Pieces.

Doug Bryan – Antique Future : Doug’s music is sort of a cross between The Beatles, Elvis Costello and Squeeze. These are amazingly well-constructed songs, very different and very listenable. It helps that they are also so well arranged and produced. An Ecclectic Keeper.

The Monitors – Three Way Disco : OK, just so that there’s no misunderstanding, this straight ahead rock and roll is anything BUT Disco. It is Vikas Pawa on Bass and Vocals, Morgan Schlaline on Guitar and Tommy Pritchett on Drums, and quite simply, they ROCK! Get This.

All of the selections above (as well as tunes from Jim Muldoon) are available for purchase on CDBaby.com.

As always, your comments on the above are welcome. – Jim

And worth a listen in my opinion…..

Mint Julep Jazz Band – Durham On Saturday Night : Durham, NC is where this Swing era jazz band hails from, and they simply nail the feel on this 16 track set of tunes from the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s. If you like this style of music at all, you’ll want this in the collection. Swing, Baby.

The Black Bear Band – Dust and Bone : From the title track of this listen I could tell these guys know how to set a groove, and keep your attention. It’s kind of an eclectic mix of Rock styles but tinged with just the right amount of soul it keeps you always wanting more. Rock of Ages.

Frequency – Project Life : Upbeat and sardonic at the same time, these tracks grab your attention with a straight-ahead rock approach sound and true lyrical realism. The sound is very edgy, and the lyrics are all about growing up when, let’s face it – none of us really wants to. Life Happens.

All of the selections above (as well as tunes from Jim Muldoon) are available for purchase on CDBaby.com.

As always, your comments on the above are welcome. – Jim

And worth a listen in my opinion…..

Uncle Rex – Fingerspeech : African Jazz on acoustic guitar that is well-mixed and arranged is what you will be listening to with this offering from Uncle Rex. Referred to as the pioneer of jazz music in Zambia, you can’t help but groove to this flavorful collection. Pleasant Picking.

Phil James – A Time and a Place : This Welsh singer/songwriter has penned some quite listenable and soulful material here. I like Phil’s voice and delivery – it’s direct without distracting from the message. Enhanced by fine area musicians, this is Folk-Rock at its Finest.

Andy Michaelson – Sail the Moon : Andy’s pop-rock tunes and ballads will make you smile AND think. He is currently traveling around the world doing relief work, and where he goes his guitar goes as well. This guy’s tunes are worth having in your collection. A True Troubadour.

All of the selections above (as well as tunes from Jim Muldoon) are available for purchase on CDBaby.com.

As always, your comments on the above are welcome. – Jim

And worth a listen in my opinion…..

Maddie Shuler – Roots and Wings : Maddie has a way with her folk sound that is surprisingly engaging and direct for a 17-year old. You can hear influences of bluegrass, Americana, and Celtic influences in her delivery and arrangements. Fine guitar work throughout. Sweet Strings.

Diaspora – Diaspora : This is some excellent straight-ahead, post bob jazz, featuring original compositions by Tito Charneco, Brad Leali, Stefan Karlsson, Evan Weiss, Tony Baker, Fred Hamilton and Jose Aponte. Put this in when you just want to jazz it up, baby. Great Grooves.

Selby & Son – To Be Young : This father and son group has a really unique and listenable take on some classics that you really haven’t heard until you’ve heard them do it. I especially like what they did with some of the Bob Dylan and Ray Charles selections. Originality Rocks.

All of the selections above (as well as tunes from Jim Muldoon) are available for purchase on CDBaby.com.

As always, your comments on the above are welcome. – Jim

And worth a listen in my opinion…..

The Log Drivers – The Log Drivers : Contemporary Celtic music is what this band of three does, and they do it very well. Julie Fitzgerald on fiddle, Spencer Murray on Flute and Nate Douglas on Guitar are a wonderful compilation of talents and musical voices. Celtic Wonders.

Jeff Jones – The Rooster Crows : The Bank Sessions : Jeff has a great delivery, and he and his extremely tight band bring all of their soulfulness to bear on this 11 track set. Some guys just know how to do this, and Jeff is one of them. His sound really gets to you. Cashmere Crowing.

Annie Keating – Belmont : Fantastic songwriting paired with lucid and searing lyrical content – that’s what you’ll hear in this 12-track beauty. Annie is a singer-songwriter that has that rare ability to knock your socks off with her understated but shining brilliance. Folk Rock Finery.

All of the selections above (as well as tunes from Jim Muldoon) are available for purchase on CDBaby.com.

As always, your comments on the above are welcome. – Jim

And worth a listen in my opinion…..

Rayn – A Creation from the Soul : Talk about old school Soul music – this guy has the voice, the attitude, the arrangements, and I gotta tell you, this is fun album to listen to. It harkens back to the days of Marvin Gaye and early Stevie Wonder, but with a unique twist. Soulful Sweetness.

The Crash Years – Disposition : I like the way these songs are constructed, the lead’s voice and delivery, and the expert production on this offering from The Crash Years. Sometimes you run across a group that truly knows how to deliver their music – this is that group. A Clever Crash.

Hurshy Kalsi – Horizon On Fire : This five-track release from Hurshy is some of the best acoustic songwriting I’ve heard. He knows his instrument, and how to sing his music and his message. The songs are well thought out, expertly played and recorded. Simple Complexity.

All of the selections above (as well as tunes from Jim Muldoon) are available for purchase on CDBaby.com.

As always, your comments on the above are welcome. – Jim

And worth a listen in my opinion…..

Dan Random – Das Wha Dey Dew : This CD offers a lot for the buck – both in terms of tracks (22) and style – Dan puts his unique and funky / quircky stamp on both standard rock tunes and many of his own originals. Well done and well produced, this is a keeper. That’s Random.

Ben Bishop – Mayfly : This is a pop album with a songwriter’s sensibilities. Every single track takes you on familiar yet unique journeys to places you want to go. Ben knows what he’s doing and it shows on this very engaging and listenable offering of light rock & R&B. Going Places.

Avi Katz – Ground Level Portraits : Roots rock at its grittiest – Avi’s smoky, sometimes haunting voice is set over well played acoustic and electric guitar work. The writing on this one musically and lyrically is quite excellent, and evokes an earlier day in rock. Brooding Beauty.

All of the selections above (as well as tunes from Jim Muldoon) are available for purchase on CDBaby.com.

As always, your comments on the above are welcome. – Jim

And worth a listen in my opinion…..

Taylor June – Taylor June : Singer/songwriter Taylor has created a very appealing and listenable set of folksy / rock tunes on her debut CD. Her age (she is a teen) belies a very knowing sound in her voice and in her songwriting, as if she is wise beyond her years. Heartfelt Harmonies.

Polydemic – Polydemic : This rock and roll power trio hails from Gold Coast, Australia, and their sound is driven, crunchy, and unique. The songwriting is I think what sets some bands apart from others, and this one certainly has an approach that works. Deftness Down Under.

Adam Michaelson – Elephants, Walls and Fences : From the first cut on this piano-based alternative rock 11 track offering by Adam Michaelson I knew I liked his sound. His clear and compelling voice has a great range, and this well-produced CD shows it off. Punchy Power.

All of the selections above (as well as tunes from Jim Muldoon) are available for purchase on CDBaby.com.

As always, your comments on the above are welcome. – Jim