Sarah Cook singing Signals (Original)

Sarah Cook is a young folk musician from Houston, Texas. Visit her on facebook.

"Spring" by Leah West nominated in the BC Interior Music Awards

Because it's Spring and because this song is up for "Single of the Year" ♥ parce que c'est le Printemps et parce que cette chanson est en nomination pour la "Chanson de l'Année" ♥

Leah West has caught the attention of the music world with her clever lyrics, ingenious melodies, and her amazing voice. One minute you'll be moved to tears with her ethereal ballads and the next be rockin' to her upbeat tunes. Her songs can be light and quirky, or deep, thought-provoking and soulful. Her voice is powerful, captivating and soaring with a hint of grit. Infectious hooks that will haunt you. People often tell her she left them with goosebumps. Keep an eye on this super-talented woman; she's destined for great things.

She is up for awards at this years BC Interior Music Awards.  In addition to being up for People's Choice, she is also a finalist for "Songwriter of the Year", "Pop Song of the Year" and "Pop/Contemporary Recording of the Year"

Laura Jansen plays the Vogue and her video for Single Girls

Laura Jansen is playing at the Vogue Theatre in Vancouver on March 8th. She is supporting Joshua Radin on his US tour for a few weeks. For details on the show got to the Vogue website.
Here is the video for her current single, Single Girls.

Eliza Gilkyson Separated Blue Rock Studio

Eliza Gilkyson will be coming to Vancouver in April. Here are her up and coming performance dates.


MARCH 2011
 Sunday, March 6 - Craftsman House Gallery, 2955 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, FL 33713 PRIVATE EVENT

APRIL 2011
 *Friday, April 15 - Washington Center for the Performing Arts, 512 Washington St., SE, Olympia, WA RED HORSE SHOW (Eliza Gilkyson, John Gorka, Lucy Kaplansky)
* Sunday, April 17 - St. James Hall, 3214 W. 10th Ave, Vancouver, BC Canada RED HORSE SHOW (Eliza Gilkyson, John Gorka, Lucy Kaplansky)

Romi Mayes & Danny Michel - Smoke More Than I Drink

Winnipeg singer songwriter Romi Mayes 
has just recorded a live album at West End Cultural Centre in Winnipeg. She had a few guests for some tracks - Ken McMahon, Jaxon Haldane, and Damon Mitchell. They flew in Scott Franchuk from Alberta for recording production. Here is Romi performing live while touring.

Leah West and Her Video "Spring"

I often plays songs from Leah West's CD on my radio show, The Storytelling Show, on CFRO 102.7fm. Here is her profile from her reverbnation page.
Leah caught the attention of the music world with her clever lyrics, ingenious melodies, and her amazing voice. One minute you'll be moved to tears with her ethereal ballads and the next be rockin' to her upbeat tunes. Her songs can be light and quirky, or deep, thought-provoking and soulful. Her voice is powerful, captivating and soaring with a hint of grit. Infectious hooks that will haunt you. People often tell her she left them with goosebumps. Keep an eye on this super-talented woman; she's destined for great things.
Leah grew up in New Jersey, but moved to Canada in 2005. She's currently writing for soundtracks, and a full-length album. She's penned over 150 songs to date and is currently working with the very talented producer, Marty Rifkin, who has worked with Bruce Springsteen, Jewel, Tom Petty, Shawn Mullins, etc. Leah is also a trained dancer, actor, and visual artist. She speaks both English and Spanish and is a member of SAG, AFTRA, and NACA.org.
http://www.leahwest.com
http://www.facebook.com/leahwestmusic
http://www.youtube.com/leahwestmusic

Rave Reviews for Pauline Kyllonen and her song, Unlucky.

The first single off of VIOLET FEMMES VOL 2 is Unlucky by Pauline Kyllonen.

Here is a review of her self titled debut CD by Nancy Dunham in the Indie Music Magazine - February 10, 2008

"Think a cleaner, less fussy version of Lucinda Williams and you'll be on the right track."

Pauline Kyllonen may hail from Canada, but her sound is right out of Nashville, or Texas, or maybe Arizona. Suffice to say she's got the Folk/Americana/Country sound down pat and has the talent to make the most of it.

What sets Kyllonen apart from others is the simplicity with which she showcases the music. Her strong yet wistful voice is the main instrument on these tracks, never overwhelmed by complex instrumentation or too slick production. Think of a cleaner, less fussy musical version of Lucinda Williams and you'll be on the right track.

The pity is that the four tunes on this CD are over much too soon.

Not surprising, the lead tune "Unlucky" has gotten some critical attention. Imagine it as a rocked up, harder edged version of early Reba or maybe even Suzy Bogguss. Without question, Kyllonen has the voice to carry the strong song and catchy "no luck at all" chorus.

"Rainbow Cafe" is straight out of a small Nashville roadhouse; straight country complete with steel guitar and a haunting tale of despair. Yet Kyllonen pulls it off without going into the cornball alley where many balladeers languish. The same can be said of the love song "Like A River."

"Wasn't Thinking About You" is a down tempo, percussion heavy tune that just begs for a contemplative listener.

Come on, Pauline. Think about us. We definitely need more of your sound in our lives. Read article online at: http://www.indie-music.com/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=8110

-Pauline Kyllonen
http://www.reverbnation.com/paulinekyllonen