Lori Diamond forges strong identity with latest CD Mystery
Lori Diamond is a singer-songwriter who creates lush emotional atmospherics with only her voice, piano, and sparse accompaniment. She used to be a rocker and a funky live performer, but now she is in “a chill vibe.”
Chick Bass Players, brilliant musicians, amazing personalities, no longer ignored
Chick bass players are a growing trend. More and more female bassists appear on the music scene. In the last 30 years the trend has changed from girls studying cello, French horn, and piano to girls rocking out on guitars, drums, and bass.
The bass may seem an unusual choice for a female musician in today’s world. Women in all industries want to step out in front, not be relegated to the sidelines. Guitarist, keyboardists, drummers, and singers usually get most of the time in the spotlight Yet, many of the women interviewed for this article have found their own particular niche in this role.
5 Flavor Discount, a fast rising cover band, in a league all by themselves
5 Flavor Discount have come a long way in a relatively short period of time. This five-piece band from Providence, Rhode Island, have in less than two years become a busy, six gigs a month, in-demand cover band. And there’s a reason for their quick rise to popularity: They rock! The band features vocalist Robin Soares, guitarist Jon Hathaway, bass player Steve Cafaro, drummer Angela DeFazio and go-go dancer/backing vocalist Capri Lanning.
Chelmford’s Jacy Dawn sees her Nashville star rising; writes song for up and coming star
Jacy Dawn has been living the dream of being an up and coming country music star. That dream recently got a little closer to reality when Dawn was asked to write a song for a mid level Canadian country singer . Dawn’s song will be the second single off of Jasmine Paige’s new CD. Dawn’s song now appears on a CD with other songs written by some of the best known songwriters from Nashville.
Musician and business owner Mark Belanger serves up the bands while his restaurant serves up the meals
Up until two and a half years ago Mark Belanger only knew the music business from a musician’s point of view. After becoming co-owner of Whippersnappers Restaurant in Londonderry, New Hampshire, he’s had to concern himself with everything from bands to food service to venue security.
Keyboardist breaks out on his own with his Travis Colby Band
Everyone who follows the greater-Boston blues scene has heard of Travis Colby. He’s the young keyboardist for Rhode Island’s very busy blues giants Roomful Of Blues. Colby, who also is accomplished on guitar, shows up at many blues jams and he has lead numerous side projects over the years. Finally, the keyboardist-guitarist-vocalist has started a rootsie power trio called, simply enough, the Travis Colby Band.
Elvis Presley was a dedicated student of Kenpo Karate and Tae Kwon Do
Most of us are familiar with Elvis Presley as a singer, actor, and a tragic figure in the music industry. An interesting side history of the king, though, is his discipline in the marital arts. Presley held black belts in Kenpo Karate and Tae Kwon Do. Presley’ interest in the martial arts began when he was an Army private stationed in Germany after he was drafted. He returned from the Army a certified black belt.
Tokyo Tramps, Boston’s Most Exotic Blues Band
In case you haven’t heard by now, The Tokyo Tramps are a blues trio made up of players from Japan. After initial recognition for their novelty, this band has become respected for their singing, playing, and songwriting.
