To describe “Reno,” to any music fan in its simplest terms, would be to say that it is a fresh long-awaited melodic Pop/Rock sound that’s been waiting to happen. Located in Toronto, Canada, this 5 piece band has all the assets in place to make an immediate impact on the international music scene. Using an acoustic forefront and tight sound harmonies, this band brings to the table various elements that have been long forgotten in being able to apply all the faucets of a live show.
With their self-titled debut “Reno," released in July of 2004, they have already drawn rave reviews for their work by prominent industry personnel, independent and major labels alike. With a CD that is packed with mature, well written radio friendly songs, the general consensus is that they fall comfortably into the same ballpark style-wise with bands such as: U2, Matchbox 20, Train, Vertical Horizon, John Mayer and Gin Blossoms to name but a few....
Sal is the new Welsh band phenomenon – simple as that. A four-piece rock/punk outfit, they kick out with energetic, emotional and incredibly catchy songs that still retain a keen edge, forged in the valleys of South Wales.
The songs look at life, the words deal in dreams, and the music makes you care and not care, all at the same time.
Sal have worked extensively with producer Greg Haver (Manic Street Preachers, Catatonia, INME) to create a fresh, punky, infectious sound that’s steadily built up a fan base since they got together in 2001 - thanks to TV appearances, radio airplay, numerous demos, UK tours, festivals and sheer hard work....
AREA 51 was born about a year before November 1997 when the band's first official rehearsal is dated.
Once upon a time two school-time friends - Jirka Nerad and David Uher - accidentally met in a famous Kromeriz pub called "U Premysla". What's more, after a short conversation on different kinds of music they found out that they both were in love with the same kind of music and they were willing not only to listen to it but to try to play it too. Was it exactly like that or not, it's not so important. The most important thing for the future of the band was the next November. Then the progressive-instrumental-rock band AREA 51 saw the world's light for the first time....
Rick McAlister - Quirky Indie Pop like Beck or John Mayer.
What would it sound like if The Streets and Dave Brubeck did a CD together? If you've ever found yourself asking that question, check out Surplus Cheese, the debut CD by singer, songwriter, composer, producer, and one-man-band Rick McAlister.
With humorous lyrics and an eclectic, catchy blend of jazz, pop, alternative, & funk, Surplus Cheese has been called "a breath of fresh air."
Listen to some free samples on the Music page, visit the Links section to purchase a CD, and enjoy the site....