When like minded musicians work together for the greater good amazing things happen. Forget the idea of competition in the music world. By collaborating and sharing talents the results are much larger than just great music. Our recent find Maverick Smith proves this with the recent album release With Friends and Imperfections. After a 10
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As the weekend approaches I often look for music that will soothe my soul from the chaos of a busy week. Mellow and smooth are important but not something that just is boring drivel with no feeling. This week’s search came up with something quite perfect. Let us introduce you to William Hayden (aka TimeSeven)
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We always try to keep up with the many amazing artists that we have covered here on the pages of Indie Band Guru. It is not always easy with the amount of talent out there. We know some artists have fizzled out and went on to pursue other opportunities. Then there are others that just
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The power of music is undeniable. It has helped so many people, not only through listening to it, but also by the people that make it. Creating music is well known to act as therapy. When an artist goes all in to follow their musical dreams this creates all kinds of power. Our recent discovery
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The belief that musicians become overnight successes is just false. The non rock stars can believe whatever they want but true artists understand. Years of hard work, patience and determination often go unseen by the general public. Our recent find Alive Alone has been making music together for a decade now. All that work is
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Here at Indie Band Guru we cover all styles of music as long as there is passion behind it. This musical appreciation has led us to amazing discoveries from every corner of the musical genre map. It is tough to find musicians with more raw passion than in the hardcore and metalcore scenes. Our latest
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As a music career develops there will always be highs and lows. A professional artist must be willing to roll with the punches and find the silver lining even in what seems like the worst of times. Our friend James Keen has been all over the map in his career and has now found his
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For a true musician/songwriter it is quite often that song ideas come to your head in all different forms. Nurturing these types of ideas is what builds your musical talent. The new sound may not fit within the music brand you have built up already but that is no excuse. It is easy enough to
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There are few things better than being part of a scene. Feeling the shared passion and energy of a group of people that all respect each other over a shared love of music is empowering. This has been the starting point of many great bands. We recently discovered Sonic Scene Kids who are the latest
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Over the past decade we have seen more and more artists getting their musical start at a later age. Maybe it is the technology or ease of getting your music out there now but the amount of amazing music just continues to increase. Our recent discovery Robert Alan Clark finally took the time to start
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Music will always be a fantastic way to set a mood. Good songs have a unique way of putting you in a specific state of mind. Our recent discovery Har’Monique chooses to take us to quite a sexy place with her new single “One In A Million.” The Brooklyn, NY based singer uses her sultry
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Music was always meant to be fluid. Each performance of a song will have its own unique flair. Sometimes this is small note changes and other times it can be full flourishes that set each show apart. Our recent find the Joe Marcinek Band has become well known following this later formula. New album 1
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Ritchie Newton has said “Goodbye Germany” on german Television Station Vox several times. However, what he definitely won’t say goodbye to is his passion for Rock ‘N’ Roll. Since the 1980s, this versatile artist has made a name for himself in various musical projects such as Rozzloeffel, Lucifer, MASS, Pussy Lover, Hellfire, Georgia Molly Gang,
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Some of my favorite songs are the ones that tell a story. Being able to follow a journey while sounds lead the way will always appeal to me. There is elegant beauty in allowing my mind to paint pictures to music. Our recent discovery Alex Martin has recently put his focus into sharing the poetry
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As bands develop and grow over time there will be changes. The biggest keys are to stay true to your craft and yourself. This authenticity will shine through and gather fans over time. Our recent discovery Room 201 has been doing it for years and now appears to be hitting their stride. We caught up
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What we soak in at an early age will always guide us in the future paths we choose. When it comes to music, this is often undeniable. The allure of creating music draws many of us to pursue it as a career even without the promise of fame and fortune. It seems our recent discovery
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As we currently move forward to the next crisis, many have forgotten about the death knell delivered to the music industry by the Covid pandemic. In particular, the musicians who made their living touring and playing live. That opportunity was ripped away suddenly with these artists trying to figure out how to survive. Many did
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With an open mind you can discover amazing music out there that is outside of your normal listening habits. We pride ourselves on that here at Indie Band Guru. Music can be beautiful in many different forms. Our latest discovery of Snatam Kaur has led us down another path of musical enlightenment. The Grammy-nominated devotional
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We live in a world of amazing things. Whether it is sounds, sights, or smells, our senses are treated to so much beauty that we often take it for granted. This is a shame. Our recent discovery Nicolás Halaban is trying to end that. The 31 year old is a video editor from Córdoba City
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When art is your life you must be willing to throw your full focus into it. This does not mean you need to be specific. Art is a many faceted diamond. Play music, paint, write. As long as you are sharing from your artistic soul, you are fulfilling your purpose. Our friend Gordon Thomas Ward
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It can not be said very often that a band that first got together over twenty years ago has just released their debut record. Life has had its twists and turns with many of us but somehow music always finds a way of putting everything back together at just the right time. This is the
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We are often taught that making music should be a side hustle while you build a career in a “real” job. Treating music as your backup will hinder your speed to success. Or even put it aside as you navigate the world. Our new friend Lucas Jack seemed to be on the path to a
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After unveiling the first single, “All A Mystery,” of their new chapter last week, critically-acclaimed alt duo Phantogram announces a string of headline shows in El Paso, Fargo, Sioux Falls, Des Moines, St Louis, Cleveland, and South Burlington, adding to an already powerful 27-date North American tour with fellow alternative heavyweights Kings of Leon across August, September and October. The
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There is nothing we like more over here at Indie Band Guru than watching an artist develop over time. The music industry is a truly difficult lifestyle. As Hunter S. Thompson said “The music business is a cruel and shallow money trench, a long plastic hallway where thieves and pimps run free, and good men
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The most intriguing songs are often the most transparent songs. When an artist is willing to open up about their own struggles and successes in their songwriting, a kind of magic happens. The relatability bleeds through to the listener and a musical bond is created. Our friend Jared Macuso and his new band Esso seem
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There will always be something to be said about sticking with a craft for years. When there is a passion for something, keep doing it. Your skills, talent, and experience will continue to grow. Combine that with the strength to do your own thing and not conform to what ‘the masses’ want and you will
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The legendary Washington D.C. hardcore outfit Bad Brains is set to unleash a remastered reissue of their genre-bending classic, I Against I, on July 26th, 2024. This reissue marks the eighth release in the remaster campaign, re-launching the Bad Brains Records label imprint. It will be available in vinyl, CD, and digital formats. Originally released
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The music business is much bigger than most people realize. There are so many talented musicians that play on the biggest records and on the biggest stages…… that go practically unnoticed. The happy life of the touring/studio musician. It is often a comfortable career doing what you do best. Playing music. But even after years
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Strap yourselves in for a roots rock revival. Our friend Christian Parker puts aside his usual singer-songwriter fare and dives headfirst into all the jangly glory of The Byrds on his latest album, Change is Now: A Tribute to The Byrds. Forget nostalgia acts churning out tired covers – Parker breathes new fire into these
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When you have been making music for a while it becomes more and more evident that you can share real meaning in your songs. The idea of writing pop hits becomes less of a goal. The real passion is to create music that makes people think, feel, and see the world around them. The Teresa
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Musical talent is truly a worldwide phenomenon. A real music lover must open their horizons way beyond what the local mainstream radio has to offer. The wide net of indie Band Guru recently discovered the amazing vocal talents of Radha Thomas. The multi-talented artist is a singer, composer, arranger, and band leader. Radha Thomas was
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Collaboration, experimentation, and being fully influenced by the great artists of the past will always be a recipe for great music. Soaking in your diverse surroundings and turning it into unique songs is not always easy, but when it is done right amazing things happen. Our recent discovery She’s Excited! seems to be on the
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Life is a journey. Some of us are able to allow that journey to go in whatever direction it wants. Releasing ourselves to the whims of the times can create some great stories. And we all know that great stories make great songs. Our recent discovery Gary Dranow has led quite an interesting life and
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Millennium Resorts, the Austin-based musical duo, ventures into uncharted territory with their concept album, In the Key of David. This atmospheric and enigmatic collection departs from the all too typical single-driven format, instead weaving a cohesive narrative journey best experienced as a whole. A Journey Through Soundscapes On In the Key of David, Millennium Resorts
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As a musician who has been in many different aspects of the music industry, sometimes you just want to put out something personal. Studio work is great. Being part of a band is fantastic. But working with others can limit an artist at times. Our new discovery Tim Hort of The Radio Hour is putting
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As much as we may see the supposedly sudden pop stars that is a very rare occurrence. The real stars are the artists that hold on to their dreams even if they need to be but on hold for a while. The love of music will remain as long as you allow it. Our recent
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With much of modern music going the all digital route there seems to be some soul lost. The amount of production tricks and tools used to “fix” every note suck out the natural life of well written songs. Fortunately there are still bands like Extra Time out there that are keeping the classic sound alive.
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Music will always have amazing powers. Whether just listening to get away from the realities of your life or creating music to share your own stories and struggles, music can be exactly what you need it to be. That power is undeniable. Our recent discovery William Hayden and his Timeseven Productions are a great example
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In the pre-digital age, radio entertained, informed and dictated what was cool through theater of the mind. Acclaimed musicians such as Lyle Lovett, ZZ Top’s Dusty Hill, Melissa Etheridge and Sammy Hagar along with top radio DJs from across the US reflect on how the medium changed their lives and the lives of devoted listeners.
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There is not much more powerful than finding your perfect musical companion. We all start on our own and create from our own minds but when the right person comes along the combination of two like minds can bring the music, and the creativity to a whole higher plane. This seems to be the case
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If we are willing to look (and listen) we will find amazing musical prodigies all over the world. This power of the internet and a shrinking world lets this openness be rewarded with masterful musical pieces. Our recent find Peter Jonatan is proof that if we listen, new worlds of music can be explored. The
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There is never ending power in music. People that are willing to pour their time and talent into it will always find a way. Life may sometimes not let us get to our musical dreams until later, but if we want it music will wait for us. Our recent discovery Bob Russell may not be
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The goal of any band should always be to evolve and adjust to create music that fills their energy. There are plenty of other like minded musicians out there to work with if you are willing to put yourself out there and do your thing. Our recent find Touch The Buffalo has been grinding and
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An artistic mind is creative all the way through. I have found that musical artists often have talent in the visual arts as well. Our recent discovery Kenneth Cookson seems to be one of these super artistic minds. With his new musical project New Rival and debut album My Urban Condition this has been proven.
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When music is life some people are known to go all in. It is not always just a hobby you do on the side of your career. Often it can become the career, even without being a “rock star.” Our recent discovery Kevin Holm-Hudson has built a successful life with music as the focus. The
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Once the lure of creating music gets you there is no real turning back. The joy that a songwriter finds in creating songs easily becomes a lifelong passion. The styles and bandmates may change but the muse lives on. Adam Lippman has had a long career of winding roads. He is now kicking off 2024
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Moving around a lot can definitely provide some musical inspiration. Take in all the sights, sounds, and cultures and let them simmer around your mind. As a songwriter this will eventually turn into music for you. Getting it out into the world is the next necessary step. Our recent discovery Vittorio has done just that
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Sometimes it all just comes together when we least expect it. If we are open to this, great things can come. Singer-songwriter Ryan Van Dordrecht stumbled upon his own full-length sophomore solo record from a series of free-wheeling studio sessions. The resulting Undone is set for release on January 5th, 2024 (but Indie Band Guru
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As the holidays approach all the radio stations and popular playlists have started their usual repetition. The same old Christmas songs over and over and over again. (If I hear Mariah Carey one more time….) There is plenty of inspiration in the season. Why not find some fresh sounds? Long established rocker BB Stevens has
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There is nothing better than doing what you love for a living. Never mind being a world-traveling superstar, if you can play music and live a life you are happy with you are a full success. Our recent discovery The Complaints are one such success story. One of the most successful independent bands in the
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