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SPHERICAL AGENDA Ask “Coleman’s Question”

For any band to really last there has to be a chemistry between the musicians. This is even more prominent in the jazz-fusion genres where improvisation and experimentation take hold. It seems that our latest find SPHERICAL AGENDA has a great grasp on this musical chemistry and has new music coming to show it off. […]

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Take A ‘Soul Pilgrimage’ With Tim Reynolds and Michael Sokolowski

If we can choose to look for a silver lining of the worldwide pandemic chaos we have been dealing with, it may be the beauty of online collaboration. As we were stuck apart physically many of us were able to turn to the virtual world to communicate. Thank you Internet. It seems even musicians that […]

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Don Tocabajo Shows Us The ‘Signs’

As a musician gains experience they are free to explore and experiment. Getting the opportunity to perform with other musicians opens up even more exploration. Our recent find Don Tocabajo (pronounced T0-ka-ba-ho) has spent his life in love with music and keeps up the passion with new music coming out on March 15th, 2021. Based […]

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Markoff and Lazzara ‘You Raise Me Up’

Enjoying songs that we have come to love in alternate ways is always refreshing. Many artists cover their favorite songs. Our friends Steve Markoff and Patricia Lazzara have been doing this for a while. They have taken well-known classics and modern songs and turned them into beautiful concert pieces with their instrumental flute-first style. They […]

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Take Flight With St. Finnikin ‘Monarch’

Evolution is a true form of art. When an artist can find a way to take their personal growth and blend it with the growth of their music, they can create a truly beautiful masterpiece. That is exactly what St. Finnikin has done with his newest album Monarch.  St. Finnikin is a singer, songwriter, and […]

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Joe Hodgson Lets Us See ‘Apparitions’

One of the biggest benefits of being an independent artist in today’s music industry is the fact that there are no rules. No one to insist that your music goes in a specific direction or stays within a certain genre. Our friend Joe Hodgson has taken this to new heights with his all encompassing new […]

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IBG Interview – 8 Questions With… Shakyra K. Sanders

When an artist is willing to pour their passion into their art, it becomes very evident to the listener. A connection can be made with the artist way beyond just the music. This openness will always build a real fandom. Our recent discovery Shakyra K. Sanders seems to be making this happen. Forever a lover […]

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Joe Hodgson Returns With A Double A-Side Of Guitar Mastery

A musician who always has an open mind, and ear, will develop and change their sound through the years. For someone that remains in the scene for many years, all these influences and learning opportunities can create a fresh blend of sounds that truly becomes the sound of the artist. Our friend Joe Hodgson has […]