New Artist!!! - RainHat

-RainHat
Name: Sami Ylinen
Main genre: indie-folk pop
Bio/Description: Rainhat is an independent Swedish project, started in early 2009 by classically trained musician Sami Ylinen, who writes the songs and sings and plays all the instruments in the recordings. Sami believes that music should be available to anyone who likes listening to it, regardless of who or where you are, so all Rainhat tracks can therefore be downloaded for free from the website and shared freely online or otherwise.

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Website: http://www.rainhatmusic.com

Review:

"One of the most noble and respectable musicians in the industry. I highley recommend checking out his music. As he said all his stuff is free, which right off the bat is great, but then you listen to his album and realize you would gladly have payed 12.99 for it at BestBuy. I cannot get enough of RainHat."

New Artist!!! - Jesselle

Jesselle

Main Genre: Pop
Description:

Hey guys! I'm Jess Loren, a singer/songwriter. Some say pop some say country and some say rock. I play piano and the guitar and my dad plays and performs with me on the 12 string guitar. I love writing music and performing live . My new CD was just recorded in august. It is a collection of all original songs written and composed by me! Going out to tour to promote and hope to land on the taylor swift tour as a supporting artist. Right now i am unsigned and all of my music and merchandise will be available online itunes and others very soon. I Hope I can share my love of music with all of you. Some of the biggest stages I have performed on are at Madison Square Garden at the halftime show during the Knicks game and on the Papermill Playhouse stage. I am now already writing my follow up cd as we speak. Videos of my latest shows will be up soon! Also, thanks for all of the positive comments on youtube! It really gives me a huge smile every day.

Check out our myspace: www.myspace.com/surfhousemusic

SEND US SOME FANMAIL!: surfhousemusic@yahoo.com
TWITTER!: www.twitter.com/surfhousemusic

Also, become a fan on facebook everybody!

DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT JESSELLE'S LATEST VIDEO!

New Artist!!! - Ship To Shore

Ship To Shore

Main Genre: Pop-Punk
Description:

We are a South Jersey pop-punk band made up of five kids who love playing music. Sounds like a mixture of The Movielife and New Found Glory. We are looking to play shows so let us know if you need any bands to play!

Website: www.myspace.com/shiptoshorenj

Review:

"Guitar and Bass Melodies like no other that are bound to get stuck in your head for days. Ship To Shore has the potential to go pretty far in the Music Industry. I love hearing new bands from my home state of New Jersey. It is bands like Ship To Shore that may one day put New Jersey on the Music Industry map. I could die happy if Ship To Shore helps bring New Jersey to the music scene."

New Artist!!! - Wolfgang Carter

Real Name: Mike Heinrich
Artist Name: Wolfgang Carter
Artist Type: Musician
Main Genre: Rock
Description: Independent songwriter, guitarist and singer serving up a special blend of head food and skull candy for your listening pleasure. Currently recording new songs at home and posting them on my blog @ http://wolfgangc.blogspot.com/ while my first CD, entitled "Naked", is being mixed down and mastered for release. I enjoy writing songs and for the most part I use personal experience as the subject matter for the songs I have written. So far all the songs I have released on the net are about the things and the people in my life. The songs on my upcoming CD can be heard on ReverbNation @ http://www.reverbnation.com/wolfgangcarter or on MySpace @ http://www.myspace.com/wolfgangcartermusic.

Website: http://wolfgangc.blogspot.com/
Contact Info: wolfgang.carter@hotmail.com

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Review:

"My first ever visit to Carter's website introduced me to one of the most professional looking blogspot sites on the net. Instantly that told me this guy has his stuff together. I was now excited to listen to what Wolfgang Carter had to present to the floor. It is an understatement when I say that his music is the pure essence of what rock IS: Flowing guitar melodies, great vocals, and a drummer with the capabilities to make it nearly impossible to keep your foot from tapping against the floor. I have never seen Wolfgang Carter preform in person but definitely plan to! But when I picture him preforming I picture him on stage at a popular local bar late at night, and then at the same time I picture the stage turning a full 180 to reveal a crowd of a couple thousand." --Dave L. (Founder of RAI)

New Artist!!! - CBC

CREATURES of A BEAUTIFUL CITY----

http://myspace.com/creaturesofabeautifulcity

Location: LA

Main Genre: Alternative/Pop Rock

This local LA-area-based band has been working and writing their current catalog of music since late in 2007. The band was originally born from singer Bluu Williams vision from a previous project. Only guitarist Runn remained from the aforementioned project; through like interests, a deep-seeded passion to play, write music and an identical work ethic to what they invision, these two decided to "BE" the "band" and to pair themselves with other musicians. These musicians had to be highly skilled, creative and willing to take a chance in the writing process. Bluu and Runn decided in order to acheive this unique sound they were looking for and to keep their audiences excited and anticipating what will come next, they would bring in different musicians with diverse backgrounds. Each musician joined the group in hopes to break out of their shells from previous projects. This was the start of Creatures of A Beautiful City! Aptly named for the city in which they inhabit.Every musician involving themselves with CBC, do so from a deep hunger to create an experience that will heighten the listeners senses as well as their own. The only intention within their sound is to create a unique but comfortable balance from all the influences that surround them. The easiest way to "classify" their sound is to say that they can bring you to a different place. With the ever-present melody from Bluu's stunningly captivating voice; there is no mistake for their sound. Pair this with grooving bass lines and rhythmically challenging drumming, it brings the melody of the guitars in with full force as they push and pull the tonal balance of the band. Between heavy groove and free-form progressive rock, the band is able to create a distinct style all their own. Creatures of a Beautiful City is attempting to become a striving force in not just the local L.A. music scene, but is ready to share their love of music and experiences with the world.

"CBC produces some of the coolest rock songs I've heard out of LA, let alone the US for an Indie band. Not many bands today just play that classic rock style of music we all know and love. CBC also specializes in Alternative and Pop Rock. While every other band out there makes up some fancy new genre no one has ever heard of before, or claims to play a new style of music every gig. Thankfully, CBC calls it like it is: They ARE rock. It is hard to sit still and listen to their music at the same time, simply because your foot is tapping the whole time. I can only imagine what it would be like to see them in concert. A lot more then your foot would be moving I'm sure of that." --Dave (Founder of RAI)

New Artist!!! - Inner City Elegance

Inner City Elegance

Main Genre: Rock / Emo Rock

Snippet From Inner City Elegance's MySpace Page:

"Inner City Elegance isn’t far off either; this three piece is taking off in Calgary. With Internet radio play along with air play on Fuel 90.3 this band can get your attention. Lead singer and guitarist Bruno thrills the ladies with his accent and does not disappoint with his voice. Spencer sings back up and demolished the drums with an entertaining spectacle, and Justin rocks bass and backing vocals while driving the songs along. " -Aurgasimicalgary

"Imagine if Led Zeppelin played emo rock, the result could very well be Canadian rockers Inner City Elegance. This band truly sound fresh with entertaining songs that are almost artrock, they've got the same energy as The Who but with Talking Heads sense of humour. At the same time, they also bring thoughts to modern bands like Retrograde and Circa Survive. So you see, it's not easy to label their music. It's pretty exciting though to think how they came up with this odd sound, my guess is that one of the members loves 70's rock while one of the others loves alternative rock and the remaining member is a fan of progressive music. Anyway, I enjoyed listening to their debut EP." -melodic.net

"A band that really has their stuff together. After crawling around on the Internet for over 2 months now trying to find the hottest bands ready to jump into the big time, Inner City Elegance has made an impression on me. Not only with their music but with how they manage themselves. Being a former Band Manager I understand how difficult it is for a band just starting out and I know how hard it is even after that to continue to grow in the public' eyes. Someone once said to me 'Making The Music Is the Easy Part, the Hard Part is Getting People To Listen To It.' I believe Inner City Elegance has succeeded in doing just that." Dave L. (Founder of Rising Artists International)

Check Them Out At:
http://www.innercityelegance.com/

And Don't Forget To Buy Their Songs On iTunes!

New Artist!!! - Sleeping Lessons

Sleeping Lessons
http://www.myspace.com/sleepinglessonsband/
Main Genre: Pop-Rock
From: Frenwick Connecticut

Bio/Description

Culminating an eclectic mix of influences, an undeniable stage presence, as well as a hint of boyish charm, Sleeping Lessons strives to thrill and hook fans and critics alike. With roots in pop, rock, alternative, funk and hip hop music, Sleeping Lessons takes pride in their ability to fuse and create an enjoyable end product.

Beginning in the winter of 2009, the band began experimenting, trying to find new sounds, as well as stabilize a lineup. Going through numerous musical and roster changes, they believe they have found the perfect fit.Having played music together for years, members Brandon Clark(Lead Vocals, Piano), and Preston Briggs (Drums), concluded that finding a bassist and guitarist was crucial for a definitive sound. An essential way to break the mold was to add new influence and tone. Enter Andrew Seltzer (Bass) and Colin Filgate(Guitar),both mutual friends with a solid musical background in various styles of funk and hip hop, as well as an ear for production. Their addition has become ideal in accomplishing exactly what the band set out to do.

After intense practices, a few broken instruments, and a few lost voices, the band is thrilled about the new sound. "I really think we've finally found our element," states Brandon Clark, "We really just want to have as much fun as possible."

Recording a tentative EP with 6 new songs, the band is very optimistic for the future. Look out for their new music coming soon, and stay posted on shows near you!

Check out their music at: http://www.myspace.com/sleepinglessonsband/

New Artist!!! - Hillside Heist

Hillside Heist

Main Genre: Post-Punk

Hillside heist is an America Post-Punk band from Dallas Texas. They are currently undergoing a line up change so won't be preforming live shows for a bit but that does not change the fact that their music is awesome. Comparable to The Clash in someways Hillside Heist embodies everything that is the Old School Punk Music we love!

Check out their music at:
http://www.myspace.com/hillsideheistmusic

New Artist!!! - Man On Earth

Man On Earth
http://www.manonearth.com/

Bio: (Taken from Man On Earth's MySpace page)

MAN ON EARTH describes their sound as 'Eclectic, experimental rock based music with a commercial accessibility' All Music Guide takes it a bit further - "melodic, post-Britpop sensibility with sharper-edged American guitar muscle, then tops it off with thoughtful lyrics. Surprisingly mature and far-reaching, the band is really too eclectic to simplify with easy comparisons."

MAN ON EARTH was formed in New York City by lead singer Steven Nathan shortly after recording the bands debut album in his bedroom studio. The band is rounded out by Alex Polaris (Guitar, Keyboards) Dave (Drums) & Alex Goumas (Bass).

Three years after the release of their critically acclaimed debut album, MAN ON EARTH is back with 'The Time Spent Wondering', produced by Grammy winning producer & mixer, Ken Lewis (Lenny Kravitz, Beastie Boys, Fall Out Boy, Kanye West). The album contains guest appearances as diverse as the band's music. The legendary Dr. Fink, iconic keyboardist of Prince & The Revolution as well as Stephen Pearcy, the voice of the mega-platinum arena rock band RATT, have come on board to lend their talents and support to this ambitious project.

MAN ON EARTH's strong 'do-it yourself' ethic and non-stop hard work has garnered them a large amount of recognition and success over the past 3 years. Entirely on their own, the band has had their videos played on Much Music, been spun on over 300 radio stations, featured in film & TV, booked nationwide tours, and directed their own music videos. Shortly after the release of their first album MAN ON EARTH also won the ears of Grammy winning producer Ken Lewis who began working with the band on the songs that have become 'The Time Spent Wondering'.

'The Time Spent Wondering's first single 'all we want' has already gotten a head start this fall from Alternative rock station KACV in Amarillo TX. The song instantly generated phones and within a month it became the 1 most requested song on the station. FMQB declared 'All We Want' a Best Bet pick of the week and a growing number of prominent stations across the country have begun spinning the song as well. The video for 'All We Want' was directed by the band who encouraged fans from around the world to submit videos of themselves with signs explaining their dreams and goals. The outcome was truly inspiring and the video has had a huge response online. In addition pre sales for the album through an exclusive deal with smartpunk.com saw the album debut 8 in their top 100! MAN ON EARTH was also recently named one of the top 20 most popular alternative bands in NYC by the Deli Magazine.

Get connected with Man On Earth at:
http://www.manonearth.com/
http://www.myspace.com/manonearth
http://www.youtube.com/manonearthtv
http://twitter.com/manonearth