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Davey Allen is a versatile songwriter, musician, and artist. His work is deeply rooted in the vast American songbook. Though his family migrated north from rural Tennessee in the 1950’s, Allen’s music retains a southern quality and grit. Davey has toured extensively as a solo artist and as keyboardist for rock hall of famer Eric Burdon. In addition, he has toured as a member of the Stone Foxes and Johnzo West + The Wayward Souls. Allen also fronts Davey and The Midnights. Corey Dawson is the bassist for Davey and The Midnights. Corey also has solo projects of his own.
Routine Caffeine, based in Louisville, Kentucky, are new on the scene with their soft, sweet, yet femme fatale attitude. Two gals from Michigan meet two gals from Kentucky to offer up an indie rock sound as unique as the women that craft it. They are currently working on an EP that is set to release early 2022 via To-Go Records. Their first single, "Pennies in the Garden", has received high praise from publications like New Commute, WFPK 502tunes, and Grlsplain. New Commute describes the song as "spiraling, locked groove guitar riffs that perpetuate into a multicolored dreamcloud of lazing surf rock."
Brady Evan with Brady Evan and the Blue Collar Rebellion is from Southern Indiana. He prides himself on bringing traditional country music to a new generation of country music lovers.
Love Tractor is a band from Athens, Georgia, founded in the spring of 1980 by guitarists Mark Cline, Mike Richmond and bassist Armistead Wellford, students at the University of Georgia. Mark and his friends were self-described misfits at UGA's art school. The art school comprised 200 of the 35,000 or so students. This close knit group entertained themselves with raucous house parties where music was provided by some of the musically inclined in their visual art school circle. Little did they know that they were creating what would become the center of alternative college rock in the early 80's. This unintentional "movement" as small circle of close friends produced the likes of, not only Love Tractor, but R.E.M., The B-52s, and Pylon. Love Tractor is returning with re-releases of their ground-breaking, classic 1982 instrumental album.
Elk Hound is primarily the work of Louisville-based singer/songwriter Andrew Iafrate and the many musicians in his orbit. They draw influences from many corners of American traditions.....rock, folk, blues, and country, with feet planted firmly in the DIY ethos of their punk-rock forebears. They are currently working on a follow-up record to their 2020 EP “The Hated Sun.” Hear more at elk-hound.bandcamp.com and @elk__hound on Instagram.
Jeremy Pinnell, a country singer/songwriter from Northern Kentucky, is a soft-spoken man whose music is making big noise with country music fans. Raised from humble beginnings of singing in church and learning the guitar from his father, his craft quickly made heads turn and rooms fall silent. Jeremy released his debut album, "OH/KY" in 2015. "OH/KY" tells the story of his life after leaving home at 17 with brutal honesty. In 2017, Jeremy released "Ties of Blood and Affection" and his newest project "Goodbye LA" is scheduled to be released in full on October 1, 2021. "Goodbye LA" taps into the deep roots of old-time country sound with a new edge. Jeremy's songs take the listener on a journey through the joys and sorrows of being human.
Jay Skaggs is a Kentucky born and based songwriter. His songs are influenced by bluegrass, grunge, punk, country and more. True to his roots, Jay provides the listener with a glimpse into his identity and lived experiences through his songs. Jay's style hits the heart and he is steadily building a loyal fan base. You can find a few of his videos here and there on the internet and his songs at jayskaggs.bandcamp.com. He assures us there is much more to come. Give him a follow on Instagram and look for him soon in your town as he sets out on a regional tour.
The electric Casey Powell is a multi-instrumentalist, producer, vocalist, and creative director from Louisville, Kentucky. Though he is passionate about many artistic endeavors, his love is his Stratocaster. Casey built his chops fronting the family band Powell before evolving into the dynamic solo artist he is today. He stays involved in many projects, including production and sound design for psychedelic-indie group Spooky Diamonds. An avid practice advocate, Casey has teamed up with some of the heaviest hitting musicians in the Louisville region to bring listeners an eclectic blend of pop, groove, rock, funk, and psychedelia to make experimental fusion. His debut album "Auxygen" is currently in production with the release date to be announced.
What do you get when you mix an inexperienced singer/songwriter, a Craigslist band ad, and a rhythm section that jumps onstage......uninvited......at a wedding party. In this case, you get outstanding songs! Meet The Hill Figs.
Small Time Napoleon (STN) is the combination of new ideas and old sounds. Their interest in the jazz standards of the swing-era shine through in their voices, writing, and playing, while their ear for new sounds and ideas constantly drives them forward. STN was born in the spring of 2013 after Dan Hardin and Jeff Thomas sought to expand their sound beyond an acoustic duo. Dave Neill (bass) and Zack Kennedy (drums) complete the foursome, with each member's input contributing to unique, rock-solid, and timeless music.
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