Tenpenny Joke: No Joke At All
For those that are into Alternative Rock, Tenpenny Joke is an Indie Band that you don’t want to miss. Not only are they able to keep the rock beat in style, but have also added their own flavor of harmonies and musical tastes into the rock scene.
Tenpenny Joke is originally from Melbourne, Australia. They began their band in 1997, and since have gained global airplay with their unique rock sound. They have 3 CD releases currently in stock, including their first CD from 2000, Tenpenny Joke, the 2003 CD, Even Harbour, and their most recent album from 2005, Ambush on All Sides. They have recently signed a record deal with an UK indie label, MSR, which will be bringing their new debut album, She, in 2007.
You can listen to Tenpenny Joke’s current songs on MySpace or on their website, www.tenpennyjoke.com. You won’t be disappointed with their unique sound.
Inspirational Music: Kelly McAnly
With the passing of the holidays and the Christmas season is also a reflection on what state the world is in. What better way to do this than with inspirational music?
This genre is consistently increasing in popularity and Kelly McAnly has a way of bringing home the point without being overbearing.
Musically, Kelly has a alternative / folk sound, one that has great harmonies and a softer approach to cross over between ideas of Christian rock and a completely independent sound.
Her new CD, released in 2005, is called complete. For a shift in music to something softer and inspirational in your musical library, this is a great choice.
With the bringing in of the New Year is a look at artists that are working towards a transition to inspirational sounds that can help to uplift.
You can support Kelly by visiting myspace.com or her website at kellymcanly.com.
We Are the party: The Higher
For those that are interested in pop rock from the Indie artist genre, The Higher is one band to look for. This particular band has provided America with more party music to look forward to. The Higher is a 5 member band from Las Vegas. They began their career by playing in party areas in Vegas, and expanded from there.
The Higher carries a unique sound, a mixture of pop with a rock groove. They have just realeased their first CD, and are planning a 2007 tour around the US, expected to last for 2 months, and making stops in Nevada, California and even Florida.
To hear their new album, or for more information, you can go to myspace.com or thehigher.net.
Watching the Jupiter Sunrise
For those that are Indie Rock fans, there are new sounds that are meeting the beat with melodies and lyrics that will send you to a different planet. One of the rising stars in this genre is Jupiter Sunrise, an Indie Rock band based out of New York and LA. The band, Jupiter Sunrise, is made up of 5 talented members, all which carry an equal weight in making the rock music carry a better name. The band not only is quickly gaining recognition in the world of rock music, but also has created an ideal of where they want to see music go, including a creation of community and a connection from the band to the fans as a way to create inspiration from their music. Their debut album, “Under a Killer Blue Sky” is continuing to tour it’s way around the US and Europe. You can find this, as well as a set of their posters on www.jupitersunrise.net or on My Space. They are expecting to begin another tour in 2007, with a release of more great rock music.
Soulful and Sultry: Lelia Broussard
Indie Artist Lelia Broussard is making her mark in the world. She comes from South Louisiana, but is quickly moving out into her own style and prestige as an Indie artist that is being seen throughout the world. Lelia’s major influences and style comes from a soul, folk and jazz background that has merged into her own musical vision. She began to move onto the music scene with this foundation by traveling to open mic opportunities. Her name quickly began to spread, leading to offers from recording companies and high end executives who quickly recognized her talent. Lelia Broussard has kept to the Indie name in order to keep her identity in soul music and to continue to develop her writing styles. Her new CD, Lil-yah shows how her soulful, follk and sultry combination and is bringing music to a new level of musical genius.