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Steven K is a singer/songwriter acoustic project for Steven Kidwell. Steven K, an indie creative who crosses genres ... and many other musical boundaries is a multi-award-winning Country singer/songwriter who tries to change the world, one song at a timeThe L&M Project Band is another musical 'project,' a creation of Larry Gabbert and Mark Ervie DeJesus from the Philippines. A multi-genre award-winning group, they have released 4 singles and an EP and have more coming in the near future, a couple of which you'll hear here.We also feature a new release, "Every Kinda People" from previous TDBA winner David Starr. Listen free anytime and be sure to post the link to your friends so they can listen, too!

Stuart Epps is a British record producer and audio engineer who has worked with Elton John and Led Zeppelin among many others. With an ear for talent and a talent for hit-making, he announces his new indie record label and brings a couple of new tracks including the world premiere of ‘Cold Heart' by Ditka, a talented star rising from Rumania.Sun King Rising is the solo project by singer-songwriter John Blangero. Steeped in the tradition of southern rock and country soul, John writes music influenced by such classic artists as Leon Russell and Joe Cocker but flvored by his own musical style. Filled with memorable hooks, rocking piano, driving rhythms, and a powerful horn section, the songs of Sun King Rising rock you!We also introduce “Nothing Without You,” a brand new track from previous TDBA winners, Yoyo Xno. Listen FREE anytime and be sure to give the link to your friends so they can listen, too.

The Shawn Owens project is an amazing southern Utah group known by it's followers as a "2-man Trio!" No, no 'common core' math, just the fact that they often perform as a duo. Influenced by the Jazz greats, whatever you call them, their music is masterful.Fred Hostetler is an indie singer/songwriter who has worked with some of the top names in rock and pop, including Johnny Winters, The Knack and Jeff Beck. His music crosses many genres including blues and Americana and his lyrics introspective and revealing of the moments in his life.We also review a quirky and original song from Vishaal Ganesh called 'Hamster Wheel.' Join us anytime ... and please share the link with your friends so they can listen, too.

Wild Horse is a 3-piece multi-genre indie band from East Sussex UK. No strangers to TheDavidBowersAwards, we welcome them back with their just-released album "When The Pool Is Occupied." The guys share the album and their story. What the h*** does the title mean? Listen and find out!Tom Tikka is described as an indie artist who is "working at a higher level than any of his contemporaries!" (Camden Monthly) This prolific singer/songwriter from Finland is building the international respect he deserves and his new album demonstrates his talents. See what you've been missing. We also share 'Stay,' from a young lady you're going to hear more from, Townsend. Join me and co-host, Jon BonJovial on BlogTalkRadio Sunday at 2pm EST/11am Pacific/7pm UTC or on BlogTalkRadio archives anytime and be sure to give the link to your friends so that they can listen, too!

Canadian Singer/Songwriter Elyse Saunders brings her powerhouse vocals and Stadium Country sounds to talk with us and share music from her new EP ‘Free.' Runner-up for the CBC Music Searchlight Awards Grand Prize, the Peterborough, Ontario native is a definite ‘one to watch!.Durell Peart is back for his second appearance on TheDavidBowersAwards ‘Rockstar 101.' Durell is a veteran Indie Artist manager/consultant who specializes in relationship-building to advance your career. Durell is a veteran successful consultant to emerging artists within the music industry.Join us anytime and be sure to share the link with your friends so they can listen, too.

Singer/songwriter and radio/tv personality Mikayla (Rockin' Mikayla) returns to the show for the first time since her marriage and new baby with new music and stories of what's going on in her life and her career. She also bring her new music and plans for the future.See Your Shadow Songwriting is an artists' group out of Phoenix, Arizona. Creator, Michael Coleman explains the creation, direction and purpose of the group and his alter ego, The Metropolitan Cowboy. Michael has a broad history in music related projects and also share some of the group's music. We also share the latest track from the award-winning Smith Sister and The Sunday Drivers. Listen anytime ... and be sure to repost the link to your friends so that they can listen, too.

Iona James is a nurse from Scotland who came into contact with Clint Slate from Paris on the Internet and, though the two have as yet never met, they are creating quite a body of work. She shares 'Shot In The Dark, final song on their 'Doubters Dance EP,' second of a trilogy.Country Well is a collective organized, written and prduced by Don Zimmer. Don explains the idea behind the group who work with him on the music and his style of presentation and recording to achieve the sound of Country Well. He also shares his story and his record company.Join us anytime. And please share the link with your friends so they can listen, too.

Randy Edelman has a career that as see him go from a member of a Broadway pit orchestra to producing solo albums for stars like Dionne Warwick, The Carpenters and Barry Manilow. Since then he has garnered multiple awards for his work in film music scoring including some of the biggest hit of Hollywood. His body of work is amazing.Sherise D'Souza is an amazing singer/songwriter who is one of the best-known and respected talents to emerge from India's popular music scene. He music includes virtually all musical genres, she has performed around the world and her latest release, "Never Born," is a dynamic and inspirational song that you won't soon forget. Listen free anytime ... and give the link to your friends so they can listen, too!

Ed Roman is a multi-Award-winning singer/songwriter, performer and multi-instrumentalist from Shelburne, Ontario, Canada. Ed brings his distinctive style to the show for the first time and shares his upcoming release on our show for its world premiere! Ed also shares his story of overcoming dyslexia.Texas indie star singer/songwriter David Martinez returns as one of the most in-demand musicians in South Texas. Having also toured nationally, David shares new music and performs a first on TheDavidBowersAwards ... he will perform his up-coming release for the first time in the world live on our show!We also feature a touching and emotional anthem to those dealing with Alzheimer's/Dementia from previous guests Non Talkers, "You Don't Remember Anymore." Listen ANYTIME. And please share with your friends so they can listen, too.

Amazingly talented Kim Cameron returns with new music and new stories of the many music projects in which she is involved.  from pop to dance music, theater to rock stage, this lady does it all and shares her story with us.Davy Williamson is a singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist who will rock your socks off.  After fronting rock bands, he has made his debut as a solo artist a loud and successful one.  He tells about going solo and shares his new music.We also feature a fascinating new track, "Coming Out The Other Side" by Randy Edelman.  Tune in anytime, and be sure to share the link with your friends so they can listen, too!

Little Wretches are the brain-child of Robert A. Wagner who portrays the lives of the friends and people around as comic relief in the form of 'noble savage.' What started as folk/punk pioneers has become a small ensemble or solo act telling stories and asking questions.Kimberley Gabie is an authentic small-town girl from Venosta, Quebec who has been singing since she could talk! With her trademark long, full hair she performs wherever there is stage. Inspired by the lady-legends of country music like Reba, Dolly and Patsy she also gives back to her community with social work.We also feature the latest hit from our 'house band,' Titty Bingo, "Texas Heart." Listen anytime FREE and tell your friends so they can listen, too.

Charly Tate is emotional and intense, on a mission to capture that euphoric and affecting moment born in a melody. Her talents span genres and style, and she shares her newest endeavor and more with us.Codie Westwood is Creatures of Clay, a rock-blues influenced sound from Maryland that is known world-wide. Their newest music shows the versatility and creativity that is the hallmark of Codie's music.We also feature the latest hit from upstate NY indie rocker Frank Palangi. Listen anytime, and tell your friend so they can listen, too.

Iona James is half of the duo that brought us "The Silent Sea" EP with Clint Slate, who visited us on our May 23 show. Iona talks about her perspective as a Scottish nurse and relative newcomer to the music industry. Zoë comes to us from Ashland Kentucky with a unique blend of Country/Pop. Zoë's music includes both the country sounds of Kentucky as well as covers of the pop/rock sounds of other stars, like Lady Gaga.We also feature the brand new celebratory track, "Noa," from previous TDBA award winners, "The Non-Talkers." Join us on BlogTalkRadio archives anytime and be sure to tell your friends so that they can listen, too.

Americana/Roots artist Grant Maloy Smith follows his landmark 'Dust Bowl: American Stories' album with 'APPALACHIA: American Stories.' Once again, he paints vivid pictures of a part of Americana that isn't given the attention it deserves. This time, though, he has added depth to his story-songs for these are HIS roots as well. His family has been a part of Appalachia for generations and the personal emotions not only flavor the songs but empower them. Additionally, he makes you a part of it .... he takes you 'Down To Hatchabee Road' to his heartland and then down into the heart of the region ... into a coal mine, where he actually did the video for the first release from the album, 'The Coal Comes Up.' As Grant says, “It's so powerful when you connect the music to real history." He's right. And it's even more powerful when it's your history.

TheDavidBowersAwards presents Larry Jay and Steven KLarry Jay started as a solo performer in the '80s playing in upstate NY and re-started his career in 2015. He recently moved to L.A., released 12 new tracks and videos and shares two of those tracks with us including his next release, "Here's to Us." Steven K and his band The Bounty Hunters are past winners of Josie Awards'song of the Year' for "A Broken Heart is hard to Mend" in 2019, earned gold and platinum discs in 2020 and currently are on their east coast 'Living The Dream' Tour. He shares his newest, "Another Kind of Bar."We also feature the hot, just-released track "Gotta Feeling" from previous TDBA award winner and recent guest, Suzi Kory. Listen ANYTIME .. and tell your friends so they can listen, too.

The DavidBowersAwards presents UK artist Bassey and Texas Country Star Tyler Dozier.Bassey is Bassey (pron. Basie) Easton from Nottingham,UK who considers himself noisemaker/singer/songwriter but is also a fertile mind for music creation. His current project is a great example. He's taken some originals and some cover songs and injected his own creativity to come up with exciting concept tracks, like his latest, the classic 'Wild Is The Wind' with Low Woman. Listen and you'll hear what I mean.Tyler Dozier is a realtive newcomer from deep in the heart of Texas who has a classic country sound injected with just a dab of modernism and instrumentation. He has the talent to reach a more contemporary listener without sacrificing his country sound .... and country soul, in a way reminiscent of George Jones. Additionally, he as a good head on his shoulders, a strong work/learn ethich and is definitely one to watch!We also sample a hot new duo out of the UK who is making big waves in the music world, Wolf Alice. Join us ANYTIME ... and tell your friends so they can listen, too.

TheDavidBowersAwards presents Lady Redneck and Soulful Femme!A musical family in Idaho gave us a singer/songwriter and lover of life we know as Lady Redneck! She parlayed her experience in the family band, together with her own talents, studied opera and classical violin and developed a "100% faith - No Fear, No Excuses" mantra that have combined to make her a national country music star still rising.Once you hear Soulful Femme, you'll be blown away by their blues/funk/jazz fusion with gospel undertones. They share their debut album (with blues-greats guests) and their story of coming together and forging a name that is known for dynamic performances as well as dynamic music. Stevee and Cheryl have earned their place with the blues greats.We also introduce Australian pop band I Know Leopard. Join us anytime. And please, share with your friends so they can listen, too.

Indie Artists Sam Watkins and Dom Colizzi guest on this week's TheDavidBowersAwards.Sam Watkins began his career as a solo artist and eventually formed the band Sam Watkins and Fate Train and has since grown to include ITNS, InTheNeonSpotlight Radio and has worked extensively promoting indie artists and their music.Dom Colizzi says he's “small town kid with big city dreams! He's pursued and fulfilled those dreams well as a singer/songwriter/actor/composer and entrepreneur. His easygoing style makes for supremely listenable songs that stay with you long after you first hear them. We also feature the just-released “On Your Own” by old friends of TheDavidBowersAwards, Canada's Focus Your Audio. Listen anytime and tell your friends so they can listen, too.

This week on TheDavidBowersAwards guests include Durell Peart with Rockstar101 and singer/songwriter Clint Slate!Durell Peart is a music business consultant who believes indie artists need a thorough knowledge of the music business. He enjoys helping indie creatives learn the industry and chart their careers. He discusses this and how he does it on Rockstar101.Clint Slate returns to TheDavidBowersAwards from his home in Paris, France with enchanting new music recorded with Iona James of Scotland via the Internet. They create an amazing collection of joint projects never having met. You'll be amazed.We also sample the latest offering from our 'house band,' Titty Bingo .... "Dead or Alive" featuring Willie Nelson! Join us ANYTIME. And please re-post to your friends so that they can listen, too!

This week on TheDavidBowersAwards, Suzi Kory returns from Canada and Iggie's Caravan joins us from the other side of the world!Suzi Kory is a recent guest who announces her new concert approach that could be the future of live music. Besides being an outstanding singer/musician/performer, Suzi has entrepenurial plans that will keep her a name to remember in the future!Iggie's Caravan brings us rock from Pakistan, a blend of experimental rock with touches of hard rock and blues that is as intriguing as it is original. With more coming, Iggie introduces us to his new album due in June!We also feature newcomer DAYGLOW and his new release, “Balcony.” Join us ANYTIME. And be sure to re-post for your friends so they can listen, too.

TheDavidBowersAwards presents indie artists Gary Pratt PLUS The Lucas Bros. Band!Singer, songwriter and country entertainer Gary Pratt has traveled from the coal mining town of Slickville PA to Pittsburgh and then the world. He's opened for such greats as Dwight Yoakum, Pam Tillis, Lorrie Morgan, Ronnie Milsap and Crystal Gayle to name a few. He brings us he latest release from his "Something Worth Remembering" project ... which, you'll agree, certainly is!The Lucas Bros. Band, while new to many, has been performing (and preparing for stardom) for over 15 years. Lyndel Lucas and family bring an authentic style of laid back cross between country and Jimmy Buffet they call 'gulf and western!' Lyndel makes jokes, Keith loves Crash Bandicoot, Kenny only eats bagels in the morning and together, they make music you'll love.We also sample a new release from our old friends, Smith Sisters & The Sunday Drivers' 'Jesus Loves Me.’ Listen ANYTIME and please tell your friends so they can listen, too.

The Last of The Misfit Heroes and The Tombstone Hands guest on a rocking #TheDavidBowersAwards!London’s Last of the Misfit Heroes are a 3-piece rock band formed in early 2019 with vocalist/lead guitarist Steve Catt, who joins us with new music from their just released “Hope for the Hopeless” EP. After a forced hiatus over the Covid pandemic, they are still finding their place and branding their sound … a sound you’re going to love and hear a lot more of in the future.The Tombstone Hands have established their sound and place. They’re rockers who draw heavily on and advance the sounds of 1950s and early 60s guitars that brought instrumental music to the mainstream hit charts. Drawing from Link Wray, who created ‘the power chord’ and the distortion that paved the way for hard rock, heavy metal and punk, founder Steve “Baron Von” Litvak shares the music and story of The Tombstone Hands.We also preview “Start Again” by Scotland’s Vistas. Listen anytime and be sure to give the link to your friends so they can listen, too.569m1RmM6TgAZ45em2dR

NOLA award-winning artist Zack Landry shares his story and music on TheDavidBowersAwards this week including his newest release, 'Hold On.' Zack has an ear and talent for duplicating music 'by ear' and began piano at age 15. He continues to hone his skills and develop his talents. The Louisiana native shares his story including his family's surviving Hurricane Katrina and his mission.Classically-trained Vandi Lynnae has done everything from opera to musical theater to film, stage combat and voice work. She is another talent who can cross from one genre to another and is releasing an abundance of new music this year. She shares two of her releases with us including her newest, "I Keep On Moving." She also shares some of her plans for the future.We also sample the work of Alexander Kotz, known professionally as Elderbrook with his latest release, "Body". Listen anytime.... and share the link with a friend so they can listen, too.

Annemarie Picerno is a singer/songwriter as well as an actress theatre director and so much more it's a surprise she found time to visit us!! With her powerful voice and innate talent, she is able to take on anything from comedic tunes to timely and topical, like her two most recent hits "Money Pain" and "Color Blind." She talks about both and her amazing career.Adrienne Haupt is a 24-year-old inspirational country/pop singer from Paris, Illinois, now based in Nashville. Like most artists today, she misses being in front of her fans and is makin new fans with her latest, "Could've Changed." Taking on the challenge of the Covid shutdown, she has reached a whole new audience through her live online shows. Her star is definitely rising. Listen ANYTIME. And be sure to share the link with your friends so they can listen, too!

Toronto's Suzi Kory and Brooklyn's band Shiffley rock #TheDavidBowersAwards!Suzi Kory couldn't decide on Country or Rock and found herself combining the two in a most contemporary way. Forget the genre/classification and just listen to the powerful voice, the evocative delivery and the emotional lyrics and you'll agree she made the right choice by not choosing!!Shiffley evolved out of a high school garage band in Brooklyn, doing what they describe as "dirty synth rock." They made a name for thenselves delivering instantly catchy synth melodies, electric live performances and picking up over 1-million Spotify plays. Their first album quickly got over a million listeners and the count is still growing ... and will add you!Listen ANYTIME ...and please, repost the link to your friends so they can listen, too!

TheDavidBowersAwards presents R D Olson Blues Band and Katryna Alexis!R D Olson Blues Band is often referred to as "the real deal." That's probably because it IS! They play blues with respect to the past and a good kick in the butt into the new millennium. The thing with their music is that you FEEL it. R D brings over 30 years' experience plus time with Luther Allison, Long John Hunter and many others. R D just brings it.Katryna Alexis a 178-year-old bundle of talent not waiting to be discovered. She's been singing, touring and competing as a talent for nearly 10 years and has not only the talent but the mindset far beyond her years. She writes tunes that will make a seasoned songwriter envious with airs and hooks that will captivate. 10 years from now, look for her ... she'll already BE there.We also preview the new release, STEPLADDER by Sherise D’Souza, whom we spoke with on our January Lazy Indie Music Magazine special on emerging music stars in India. Listen anytime and please, tell your friends so that they can listen, too!

TheDavidBowersAwards presents and in depth conversation with UK Blues rocker Ritchie Dave Porter and his amazingly talented partner, singer/songwriter Debra Susan.Ritchie has been one of the UK's top blues/rock guitarists and has raised the bar another notch with his partnering with Debra Susan. They talk about their partnership and music and share three tracks with us. You don't want to miss this one!We also preview a new track from Mike Sands! Listen free anytime and please, share the link with your friends so they can listen, too.

TheDavidBowersAwards this week presents Miss Freddye and Davy Williamson!Blues singer, cancer survivor and nurse, 'Miss Freddye' has been a legend in Pittsburgh for a quarter century. Nominated for several Awards including the Fair Play Music Awards Red Carpet Show, she brings her rocking blues style and stories.Davy Williamson is a singer/songwriter from North Carolina who rocks with a punk leaning. He brings his new single "Thin Disguise," which The Hollywood Digest has call "urgent music for urgent times!" Be sure to listen for the wild electric guitar solo!We also feature the upcoming guest-duo, Ritchie Dave Porter and Debra Susan! Listen ANYTIME and be sure to pass the link on too your friends so they can listen, too!

TheDavidBowersAwards presents Brit rockers Fitzsimon and Brogan AND American country rocker Randy Seedorff.Fitzsimon and Brogan return with a new album and new definition of the basics of indie rock. The duo brings a new vitality and abstract to their arrangements, which are heartfelt and innovative. Solid lyrics with multidimensional melodies make their new album their best yet!Kansas City-based Randy Seedorff drops the first single from his upcoming EP, a touching and evocative song that comes from the heart …. From his childhood to his first child and his faith. The track is a special part of the forthcoming EP “Begin Again.” We also feature a new track from an emerging artist from Germany, Flora Camille. Listen ANYTIME. And don’t forget to tell you friends so they can listen, too.

This week, TheDavidBowersAwards presents Kristina Murrell and Chase Perryman.Kristina Murrell, like Rihanna, is originally from Barbados. She came to the U.S. to follow up on her education and develop her career. In addition to an emerging music star she is also modeling and shares her story with us as well as her current hit, "Got Me Dreaming.'Chase Perryman is a Nashville-based singer/songwriter and entertainer. He has toured from Nashville to the west coast and produced a YouTube video of himself riding around town playing guitar and singing while on a unicycle to create a viral MV! He tells us of his epiphany and what he has found is 'the key.'|We also feature a just-released track from a previous TDBA award winner, Mikalyn who debuts "I Love You Too Much." Join us anytime ... and tell your friends so that they can listen, too.

This week TheDavidBowersAwards presents Jeremy Parsons and Darren Boyd!Jeremy Parsons is a Texas Alt-Country artist who spent 10 years in Nashville cutting his musical teeth. His passion drove him to teach himself to play guitar and he has played across the U.S. and Europe.Canadian, Darren Boyd returns to TheDavidBowersAwards to introduce us to his new album, “Wonders of the Invisible World.” He drops two hot guitar tracks on us and talks about his how he adapted to the Covid shutdown.We also feature a new track by another Canadian indie artist, ‘Better Now’ by Serena Ryder . Listen ANYTIME and be sure to tell your friends so they can listen, too!

Richard Lynch and David Starr guest on TheDavidBowersAwards this week.Richard Lynch has a successful career that has lasted over three decades. Here he talks about his music and career and shares two tracks with us. He has been honored with induction into the Independent Country Music Hall of Fame.David Starr is noted for his "compelling voice, something truly special, both accessible and passionate” (Elmore). He has been honed releasing nine albums, touring internationally, and opening shows for esteemed artists such as John Oates (Hall & Oates), Karla Bonoff, The Steel Wheels, Survivor, and more.We also feature the new release from pop/soul artist Kristina Murrell. Listen anytime ... and pass the link on to your friends so they can listen, too.

Two returning guests headline TheDavidBowersAwards this week.Nicki Kris returns with her latest breaking pop hit, UNDONE and Clint Slate joins us from Paris with his new releases from his album DRAGONS.Nicki Kris is a female pop music singer/songwriter. Her songs have been featured in multiple TV shows and films and her latest is a 'Bond'-style pop rocker. Nicki also has much going on with her new indie-women-in-music podcast and another forthcoming women's project. Clint Slate believes in teaming with other talented artists for the sole purpose of 'creation.' Not afraid to go outside the box, his latest is a testament to his creativity and refusal to be 'boxed in.'Join us anytime, and be sure to tell your friends so that they can listen, too.

ndie India! This week TheDavidBowersAwards presents the diversity of India's popular music with the musicians who publish 'Lazie Indie Magazine' - India's major indie music publication. As musicians themselves, Jay and Manoj take us through the diverse music world of India from international pop to the native popular music and talk about how they promote the music and the artists who make it in India. They also share some current popular music, both international and domestic from artists Sherise D'Souza and Thamarassery Churam. Don't miss this look inside indie music in India. And tell your friends so they can listen, too!

Creatures of Clay returns to TheDavidBowersAwards this week and we introduce Elektrohorse!Creatures of Clay is a rock/blues influenced band from Maryland that has guested on TheDavidBowersAwards before. Lead singer/creator Codie Westwood is a music veteran of several bands and returns with some exciting new tracks to share that are getting play on stations worldwide. Together with these new tracks, he shares their stories, his stories of how he's dealing with the pandemic and what's to come. Elektrohorse is an artist, DJ, and producer from the south side of Chicago who has created a new sound: CDM (Country Dance Music). Elektro Horse has worked alongside super producers Will.i.Am, Timbaland, Scott Storch & is respected by top Country Music Royalty, with whom who he is currently working on his debut EP with. He integrates elements from every genre of music into a new sound for country fans other genres, drawing interest from all ethnicities to one common love: Music! His goal and dream is “...to be the first African-American Country Music Dj that can open any country music festival or awards show! Listen ANYTIME. And please, tell your friends so that they can listen, too.

TheDavidBowersAwards presents The Madisons PLUS Durell Peart with Rockstar101.The Madisons call themselves and Americana variety act and present and eclectic show of music from various genres and styles of American music. From sentimental originals to loungey swing to saloon-style rag, they cross pop, soul and blues with an intimate feel that belies their intensity.Durell Peart, artist manager & music business consultant, is a veteran of the music industry and founder of Double N Management & Marketing for independent artists worldwide. He works to help emerging artists craft a business model to establish a long and prosperous career in music. We discuss what it takes to make it in today's music business.Listen anytime. And be sure to tell your friends so they can listen, too.

New this week on TheDavidBowersAwards, we have two newcomers to the show, Marlon Montgomery and Antwan Jenkins.Marlon shares the intimate retrospective tribute to his late father, music man Mike Montgomery and tells the story of this labor of love. This is an amazing cross-section of his father’s music.Antwan Jenkins is a relative newcomer who has created his musical ‘Victory Project.’ He shares the two-sided hit single and his story of faith, ministry and music. His single has soared to the top of the Christian Urban chart.Listen free anytime. And tell your friends so that they can listen, too.

The Pond Hawks return to TheDavidBowersAwards with their latest, The Invisible Stranger. Jorie and Mario put their distinctive sound on this haunting ode to the Coronavirus pandemic and man's instinct will to overcome adversity in life.Chris Bender, singer/songwriter named for his R&B/Gospel singer late uncle, brings his soul-stirring brand of Gospel to share, along with his story. While his uncle had a more worldly approach, young Chris packs a lot of soul into his music.We also present a new track from Glass Beach for your approval. Listen/download anytime and tell your friends so they can listen, too!

Kaz Hawkins returns to TheDavidBowersAwards featuring her monumental salute to the immortal Etta James and shares some personal insights with us.Pete Thelen adds his personal touch to the blues with his original tracks. Like Kaz, Pete puts a lot of himself into each of his songs and the result is pure pleasure.We also introduce a new release from Australian Julia Jacklin, whose style has been called "indie folk, indie pop and alternative country."

Join us for 'THE RETURN' of TheDavidBowersAwards ..... and to help us mark the occasion, we have 'the group formerly known as The Smith Sisters Bluegrass,' to talk about their name change and the reasons for it as well as to introduce new music to you. A clue: This ain't just bluegrass!!! PLUS we have the founder of the world-wide Indie Music Collaborative, Grant Maloy Smith, to host another installment of Rockstar101 AND share some of his music with us.Toss in something new from a group called Ten Penny Gypsy and you've got an exciting return! Don't miss it!! And please, re-post for your friends so they can listen, too!!!

Gab De La Vega is an Italian indie artist who migrated from punk and hardcore to more mainstream music while exploring his singer/songwriter side. He combines stories of real life emotions and subjects with his vocal and instrumental sounds to create a unique musical experience.The UK's James Brown is an indie artist who combines his singer/songwriter talents with a well-thought-out game plan of both music and life. To overcome industry confusion with his American namesake/legend, this James Brown presents his music via 'projects,' to simplify identification, such as his 'Stars and Telescopes' album, which he previews here.We invite you to listen ANYTIME. And, please re-post for your friends so they can listen, too!!

Wild Horse is one of the hottest and fastest rising rock bands in the world. This UK-based group keeps improving and showing that they're more than 'just another band.' Their soon-to-be-released album, “WE ARE IN AN IDENTITY CRISIS…BUT WE LOVE IT,” is all the proof you need. We feature the first two tracks and talk with the lads about their growth and where they're going.A surprise group is Charles Daza and The Revenants. You don't often think of the Philippines for rock and blues but CD and the guys show that's OUR mistake! These guys can go from commercial pop to hard-rocking blues in a heartbeat. Nominated for two Josie Awards this year to add to the awards they've already salted away, you'll see that the WORLD is going to hear more music from the island nation. We also feature a new track from an old friend .... Mikalyn drops by with "Carnival" ftg. Canadian rocker ShawnBrady. Listen ANYTIME .. and tell you friends so they can listen, too!

TheDavidBowersAwards presents this week's guests Amanda Page Cornett PLUS The Eddit T BandAmanda Page Cornett is a Southern Blues Rocker who is just as comfortable rocker a country bar stomper as she is emoting a soul and blues. With a band built around three siblings, they're more a musical family than a band and they've developed their own unique groove of country roots with rock, blues and a shot of 'rebel.' You're going to be hearing a lot of her and her Almost Angels!The Eddie T Band is an award-winning country band based in Davison, Michigan. Being about 70 miles from the Motor City may help explain their influences which range from Chesney and Cash to Bon Jovi and ZZ Top! Eddie T is an experienced musician/singer and Nashville Songwriters Assn. Int'l. member who shares tracks form their newest album that they show their range.We also preview a great new Philippine group, Charles Daza & The Revenants. Listen ANYTIME and PLEASE tell your friends so they can listen, too!

TheDavidBowersAwards presents Focus Your Audio and Trampoline Jetstream PLUS a Fathers' Day Special track from our friends Smith Sisters Bluegrass! Focus Your Audio is no stranger to TheDavidBowersAwards. This time, Sarah and Bobby return with their new album "Shades" (Rel.Jun 19,2020). The pairing of the two has been magic and our featured title track expresses the synergy and emotional release when these two create music together. Once you hear 'Shades' you're going to want to hear the whole album.First time guest Trampoline Jetstream brings their own imaginative, eclectic update of the psychedelic music of the '60s-70s.. The band exploded onto the scene in a 2018 street party in Utica, NY. Music blog LittleDoseOfIndie says their new single 'Patience' is "Bursting with vibrant riffs and shiny reverb, ... blends woozy vocals with tranquil synths, complete with a fuzzy, trance-like production style.We aslo feature a touching Fathers' Day tribute to their Father and fathers everywhere from Smith Sisters Bluegrass with 'Face to Face.' Join us and listen FREE ANYTIME. And don't forget to share the link with other indie music lovers so they can listen, too.

A full house on TheDavidBowersAwards this week with Canadian band One Ugly Cowboy and upstate NYers Ryan Matter Band PLUS ZEE of Disruption Network returns with Rockstar101!One Ugly Cowboy (OUC) is an original country/rock band formed and founded in Toronto by powerhouse vocalist JANE SOWERBY and guitarist/producer RICHARD ZWIC. They blend gritty country and in-your-face-rock with their up-beat … sometimes funny and often heartfelt tunes.Ryan Matter is a rocker who does a high-energy show w/a unique sound- you'll hear everything at his shows from originals, classic country, punk rock & even metal! With a new album on the way, he shares is original sounds with us.And Zee, is an old friend of Upstate NY music, genius of 'The Disruption Network' on the web, he is also a musician/performer, promoter, Internet radio host and entrepeneur who has a unique insight to cutting edge promotion in music. He shares some of his 'secret sauce.' We also preview a blues-rock band from Pakistan, Izzy's Caravan! Tune in and listen ANYTIME .... and give the link your friends so they can listen too.

This week on #TheDavidBowersAwards meet the Brazilian rockers, Dr.Sin and upstateNY singer/songwriter Max Scialdone.Dr. Sin is a creative indie rock band from Sao Paulo, Brazil and has opened for Pantera, Bon Jovi and AC/DC, among others. Now promoting their 13th album, 'Back Home Again, Dr. Sin plays rock with their own sound. You'll want to hear more.Max Scialdone is a multi-talented rock singer/musician and songwriter from upstate NY who performs strong pop-rock solos and covers as well as fronting a solid rock band that entertains throughout the northeast. We highlight Max Scialdone's versatility as well as his interpretive talents.We also sample a new track from our Brit friends, 'CAN'T' by Wild Horse (@WildnhorseUK). Listen online ANYTIME - And please re-post to your friends so that they can listen, too.

Indie music and talk with London's Born Healer and Switzerland's Gregory Crimson highlight this week's TheDavidBowersAwards.Hot blues-rock with a melodic groove are the trademarks of this group of talented musicians now hailing from London. Born Healer fetures award-winning musicians who have found their synergy and retained it even through the pandemic. Helen Turners scorching vocals are enhanced by tight instrumentation to bring out the raw emotion.Gregory Crimson brings a raw edge to some serious rock, which he has perfected with his group The Black Academy. His music, while hard driven rock, doesn't ease off on the lyrics, evoking some serious thought as well as melodic hooks. On his solo release, Gregory dispays an vocal emotion that goes beyond the raw heart of his harder rock sounds of The Black Academy.We also preview the stirring come-together anthem "Sum of Us" by Sharon Lia. Listen online ANYTIME. And please RE-POST for your friends so that they can listen, too.

Bill Pierce and Larry Pascale guest on this week's TheDavidBowersAwardsBill Pierce is a guitarist, singer, songwriter, composer, teacher and live performer from Bangor Maine who is well known in the guitar community. His music has intense rock vibes that have earned him his place in the guitar and shred communities yet still presents strong melodies and original mastery of the guitar. If you like Van Halen, Jeff Beck, David Gilmour, Gary Moore, Eric Johnson, and Scott Henderson, you will like Bill Pierce's music.Larry Pascale has earned the reputation as 'the hired gun.' One check of his credentials and you'll know why. Singer, songwriter, guitarist, bassist, arranger, producer and engineer ... Larry Pascale does it all and is in constant demand to do it! Larry ‘s career in the music industry truly speaks for itself and his own melodic rock transcends all ages and genres. Amazing hooks, melodies, harmonies, blazing guitars and songs you cannot forget. We also introduce From Ashes To New with a great new GreenDay-parody. Listen online ANYTIME. And please be sure to tell your friends so they can listen, too.

TheDavidBowersAwards presents more of the greatest indie artists in the world with Walker's Cay and Richie Blue.Walker's Cay is and original rock-based band out of Toronto Canada. Their exceptional individual talents and track records combine to make this a one-of-a-kind act that combines the influences of Styx, Journey, Def Leppard and Toto among others. Their music shuns conventional 'rock' parameters, opting instead for a "whatever-it-takes to perform great original music" goal and they've got the credits, individually and as a group, to back that up.Blistering Guitarist/Singer/Songwriter Richie Blue is unique in being a member of both the Blues Hall of Fame AND Bakersfield CMA Country Music Hall (Lifetime Acheivement Award). While freely crossing genres, he draws heavily on the blues masters (a facet of his music that we highlight here) draws also on personal experience which dates back to winning his first talent contest at the age of 13, and includestouring/playing with some of the biggest names in music. We also preview another new track. Listen online ANYTIME and don't forget to re-post so your friends can listen, too!

#KatieGaribaldi and #JohnVento guest on #TheDavidBowersAwards this week!Katie Garibaldi is a country/faith-based artist who isn't afraid to cross genres. The San Francisco-based singer/songwriter has a voice that is pure and powerful while light and emotional with a stunning range that Joni Mitchell would appreciate. You want to hear her now because soon everyone will be talking about her.John Vento is another artist who can successfully move across genres and styles. His new album, "Love, Lust & Other Wreckage" is a musical montage of his life AND his music. Music pictures of introspective and deeply personal lyrics, intimate melodies and subtle hooks, this album gets you 'up close and personal with the Pittsburgh singer/songwriter/producer .... you'll feel like you've known him for years.We also preview "Here" by Mitchell Tenpenny. Listen ANYTIME and be sure to tell your friends so they can listen, too.

Blues Rockers Deltaphonic and singer/composer/producer and songwriter Ray Powers keep the 'Quarantunes' coming on this week's TheDavidBowersAwards.Deltaphonic is a fresh New Orleans-based group that Robert Fontenot of OffBeat Magazin says "merges New Orleans funk, soul, and hill country blues-influenced rock n’ roll into a deliciously gritty sound that exists in a realm of its own. You can tell they live the music and they know how to relate it to the listeners. Andrew T. Weekes showcases the band's new lineup as a versatile trio with a heavy groove.Singer/Songwriter/Producer and instrumentalist, Ray Powers is a three-time winner of the Billboard Songwriter Award and interned in the Brooklyn Doo Wop groups. Blessed with perfect pitch and a Father 'in the business,' Ray did his first tour at age 15. After moving into the producer's chair, his first pitch was a son he had sung and co-wrote: 'We Were Meant To Be', which was sent to Warner Reprise Records in Burbank, CA for Chris Isaak. A celebrated track record, he brings it all to our couch.We also preview "Carbon Copy" by The Midnight Echo. Listen ANYTIME and please RE-POST for your friend so that they can listen, too!