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Well, it's that time again - have you started shopping yet??
I decided to put together a list of my favorite music for the year. CD's always make great gifts, and some of the online download sites like iTunes offer a "gifting" option so that you can give by the album or by the song...
Check out my favorites this year...
Jen Foster - "Songs from Thirty Nine"
Was there any doubt that Jen Foster would top my list? "Songs from Thirty Nine" is the latest award winning release from this really cool artist. This 4 song EP paves the way for the release of a full album sometime next year, and it's lower price makes it a great stocking stuffer for everyone on your list. The EP features "Closer to Nowhere" and "Venice Beach" - both songs that have been highly acclaimed by the who's who types on the indie music scene. If you are looking for a full length release, Jen has a couple of those available as well. Check them out and pick your favorite - which will not be an easy task - at Amazon.com, CDBaby, iTunes (where you can also buy a great video for "Closer to Nowhere"), and other online sites. Learn more about Jen Foster here.
Fishing for Comets - "Scattered Among the Archipelago"
If you like 10,000 Maniacs, you will love this band. The music is acoustic, upbeat, and filled with standout guitar and vocals. This band, I think, has become my official local Dallas favorite for this year. I bought this CD at a gig and it has been in heavy rotation on my iPod ever since. I am a sucker for acoustic music, and these folks have really caught my attention - and I am really excited to see them live again on Nov. 22 at Salon Nights on the Levee (For all of you Dallas people, advance tickets for this show are available at the Salon Nights web site) Check out Fishing for Comets and find links to purchase the CD here.
Sarah Bettens - "Shine"
Remember K's Choice? The singer in that band is on her own and making a name for herself. This latest release, along with her last release "Scream," is great for everyone who loves a great female vocal, and the super hot sex appeal of a chick playing a telecaster. The tracks on both CD's range from sweet and melodic, all the way to a grungy sort of alternative pop - Great Stuff... Check out all things Sarah Bettens here.
The Katie Todd Band - "Make Some Time for Wasting"
Katie Todd is a new artist to me this year (Thanks Becca!!). My favorites on this CD are "Leave" and "Face Down." If you like artists like Fiona Apple, Natalie Merchant, and Jewel...you will love this CD. I am keeping my ears open for a show date in Dallas - I would love to see these folks live!! Learn more HERE.
Jessi Lynn - "You Ain't Seen Nothing Like This"
I first heard about Jessi Lynn from my friends over at Salon Nights on the Levee. Then I saw her live and was totally hooked. Jessi Lynn's grammy nominated music reminds me a bit of Mary Chapin Carpenter - kind of pop/country. My favorite song on this record is "Anywhere but Here." Jessi Lynn has several releases available on her web site, ranging from a 4 song EP of yet to be released music, including one live track, to a collectors item CD that will not go to press again - definitely something for everyone on your list. Check out all that Jessi Lynn has to offer - including a couple of free downloads here
Finally, I wanted to include a couple of offerings for all of my friends who are interested in giving back this holiday season...here are a couple of great opportunities to help out AND get some really great music...
Rockin' For Rescue Compilation CD
Rockin' for Rescue is an organization that promotes live music events to raise money for animal rescue organizations that find forever homes for homeless animals that, for whatever reason, might not make it through an overcrowded shelter system. This CD features tracks donated by several awesome artists including Edie Brickell, The Clicks, Jen Foster, and Sarah Bettens. For a $10.00 tax deductible donation to this 501C3 non profit organization, you can give this CD to all of the animal loving rockers in your life. Learn more and make a donation HERE.
500,000 hits in 365 Days For Singer Songwriter Katie Reider
www.500kin365.org
Learn the story of this incredible artist who died last summer after a lengthy battle with a rare tumor that stole her voice, but not her spirit. At this site, you can listen to, and share Katie's music and, for a 1.00 donation, download a couple of tracks for yourself. Proceeds will go to Katie's family to help pay for the enormous medical bills that were built up over the course of her illness.
So, there you have it, my picks for the year...hope everyone is in good health, good spirits, and ready for a rockin' holiday season!!!
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Now playing: Jen Foster - A Day in the Life of a Rock Star
via FoxyTunes
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