"A masterful album crammed with timeless tales and crackling fireside wisdom...fierce storyteller and skillful painter of sound...album is a vivid world filled with poignant accounts like "Louisiana Man" and "Chicken Bones Jones."         SONGWRITERS MONTHLY

 

"BROKEN CHORD does not hit your ears as much as it slinks, shutters, shakes and shimmies across the surface of your mind."              

                                                                                                                                              THE ALTERNATE ROOT

 

(ALTADENA/SAN PEDRO) - Jeffrey Halford, longtime Roots-Rock singer/songwriter/guitarist  - "Swamp Rock with Soul!" - who fronts long-running ensemble Jeffrey Halford & The Healers, is in the studio recording what will be the re-release of his critically-acclaimed album, RAILBIRDS. Halford - who produced the just-released album MUDSHACK  by San Francisco Americana-Folk guitarist, Peter Rudy -  was recently proclaimed one of the "Ten Most Influential Artists of the Decade" by popular music, film and culture publication, PASTE MAGAZINE.

 

Jeffrey Halford and the Healers perform at  the Coffee Galley Backstage, 2029 N. Lake, Altadena, Friday, September 25, 7 p.m. $15. info: (626)  794-2424; and also at the Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St., San Pedro, Saturday, September 25. $15. (advance), $20. (door). Info: (310) 833-4813 or log onto www.grandvision.org.

 

Halford has been called "An Americana heavyweight" (MERCURY NEWS) for his heartfelt songs about the conditions of the everyday man and woman in America. Among his most memorable: "Cry of Hope," about Americans' need to keep faith in America; and "Louisiana Man," about the 2005 Hurricane Katrina disaster and our government's slow response to it. As validation of Halford's writing prowess, he won "2009 Songwriter of the Year" at the recent 5th Annual South Bay (Los Angeles) Music Awards. BROKEN CHORD went to #8 on the Americana radio charts.

In high school, Halford ditched classes and came only to take the tests. According to school records, he had the worst attendance of any graduating student. He decided to add trouble w/the law to his resume. Then came a guitar from his dad, and things started to turn. After high school, Halford enrolled in architecture school in San Francisco. While walking along Market Street, he watched a legendary street band-Jimmy Ventilator and Harry Spider-playing Jerry Lee Lewis, Chuck Berry, Robert Johnson, and the Ventures. Halford convinced them that he should join the band.

For more than a year, he cut his guitar chops on the street, playing to crowds in Chinatown and Union Square until the police closed them down. His street gig led him to play with Oakland blues greats Sonny Lane, Mississippi Johnny Waters, and JJ Malone in clubs throughout that city. He also formed his own roots rockabilly band, "The Snappers," playing for students at U.C. Berkeley, serving as the house band at Ruthie's Inn in Berkeley, and performing with the Blasters, Chris Isaak, and the Beat Farmers. Music was Halford's salvation.     

In high school, Halford ditched classes and came only to take the tests. According to school records, he had the worst attendance of any graduating student. He decided to add trouble w/the law to his resume. Then came a guitar from his dad, and things started to turn.After high school, Halford enrolled in architecture school in San Francisco. While walking along Market Street, he watched a legendary street band-Jimmy Ventilator and Harry Spider-playing Jerry Lee Lewis, Chuck Berry, Robert Johnson, and the Ventures. Halford convinced them that he should join the band.

 

Based in San Francisco over the last 15 years, Halford has been touring the country with his band, the Healers. They've played shows with some of the most acclaimed artists and songwriters, including Taj Mahal, Los Lobos, Etta James, The Radiators, Robert Earl Keen, John Hammond, Augie Meyers, Dave Alvin, Guy Clark,...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Doug Deutsch Publicity Services July 20, 2010 213.924.4901 dougdeutschpr@gmail.com 20TH ANNUAL L.A. MUSIC AWARDS JULY SHOWCASE LINEUP FEATURES PERFORMANCE BY ALICE COOPER SIDEMAN "ROCKIN'" REGGIE VINSON, WHO PLAYED WITH COOPER AT THE WHISKY IN THE SUMMER OF 1969!!!! (WEST HOLLYWOOD) - Travel back in time to the Summer of1969 with rock 'n' roll royalty in the person of Reggie Vinson, guitarist extraordinaire who headlines the 20th Annual Los Angeles Music Awards July Showcase, Thursday, July 29 at the world-famous Whisky A Go-Go, 8901 W. Sunset Blvd. 7 p.m.-12 midnite. $12. Info: (310) 652-4202 or www.whiskyagogo.com. A/k/a "Rockin' Reggie," Vinson co-wrote some of legendary rock front man Alice Cooper's biggest hits including "Billion Dollar Babies," which has sold over six million copies worldwide. Vinson appeared on Cooper albums "Killer," "School's Out," and "Muscle of Love" as a session guitarist and background vocalist., and performed with the famed vocalist at The Whiskey in the Summer of 1969. The two remain friends to this day, with both currently residing in Arizona. Vinson - who performs with his band American Rockers, at the Whiskey that night - has also played with a Who's-Who in Rock, including Chuck Berry; John Lennon, Roy Orbison; Etta James; Blondie; The Platters; and Liberace. Vinson has been the recipient of ten gold and/or platinum awards over his storied career, and most recently appeared as a guest on country great Shania Twain's biography CD. He has also written the title song for new TV show "Shootin' The Breeze" and co-wrote "The Day The Towers Fell" for the 911 Memorial Museums in New York City. Also performing that evening: Popular L.A. Roots-Rockabilly ensemble, Hopdown Bilby Band; rising singer-songwriter, Sarah Lonsert; rockers Zen Boogie; Patti Rain; Topanga; Anne Simoni; and Rachel Renae. The Los Angeles Music Awards, the longest-running independent music awards show of its kind now in its twentieth consecutive year, are currently accepting submissions, for the stretch run to this year's Main Event, taking place at Paramount Studios inside the Paramount Theater in Hollywood on Thursday, November 18, 2010. All submissions will be listened to and professionally evaluated for quality purposes. Nominees will be informed via e-mail or telephone. Those selected for nomination will receive two complimentary tickets to our Red Carpet Main Event on November 18 and will be placed on the ballot for the annual LAMA Voting Event that takes place at the Whisky A Go-Go on October 7. ...

Great musicianship.Guitar solos carry the album through without overpowering Cameron’s vocals - a pleasing marriage of Alice in Chains’ Layne Stanley and Tool’s Maynard James Keenan'¦ the songs here should please mainstream hard rockers… The Grumpy’s balanced blend of southern rock and metal rock could see the band opening for Nickelback or Ozzfest in 2010.” SACRAMENTO ROCK MUSIC EXAMINER (CAMERON PARK) - Cameron Carbrey, guitarist/front person of Sacramento area-based hard rock trio The Grumpy, has just finished scoring soon-to-be-released film, MY LIFE IN TRIPLICATE (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZbOkMbUQ4k). The Grumpy’s new video “Lie Da Die,” described by Carbrey as a “metaphorical autobiography,” was recently recorded at The Alibi in Cameron Park (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QmwwTOn1YHI). “Lie Da Die” will be included on the follow-up to THROES OF CONTEMPLATION and is set for a Spring 2011 release. The band received two nominations - “Rock Album Of The Year” and “Rock Single Of The Year” (for ‘Change’) '“ at the 19th Annual Los Angeles Music Awards last November. They also won “Best Independent CD” at the 2009 Annual South Bay (Los Angeles.) Music Awards last April and were a “Hot 100 Band For 2009” selection by MUSIC CONNECTION magazine, the second year in a row they were so honored. Fans of The Grumpy can now watch a recent two-part interview with the band conducted by YOUR MUSIC MAGAZINE by logging onto www.yourmagazine.com. Grumpy music can now also be purchased via downloads on the popular sites ITunes, Rhapsody, and Napster by logging onto www.thegrumpy.com and clicking on the “Store” page. The Grumpy’s new jewelry, including earrings and necklaces line were featured in the May 2010 issue of national publication, MUSIC CONNECTION. Reviews for THROES OF CONTEMPLATION have been positive since its release. The SACRAMENTO NEWS AND REVIEW wrote, “I’ve just tasted American Rock, and The Grumpy has a good recipe: Take rock instruments, put them into real musicians’ hands, add soothing male vocals and shake the whole thing up with some beats…Caution: This will contaminate even the most skeptic rockers.” L.A.’s ALL ACCESS MAGAZINE raves, “Great lyrics and musicianship..loved the guitar riffs in the last song titled “Misunderstood” '“ my fav. Just as I thought it was over, turns out they saved the best for last. Yes indeed, this Sacramento-based band did pleasantly knock my socks off. If this is a taste of what’s more to come, then bring it on….I was completely blown away by The Grumpy!” THROES OF CONTEMPLATION was recently added to the play list at KSSU-FM (Sacramento State University). Formed in 2000, The Grumpy are fronted by multi-instrumentalist/composer Cameron Carbrey (guitars/vocals), with the rhythm section filled out by J. W. Brooks on percussion and Justin on bass. The Grumpy’s sound has been compared to such acts as Rush, Nickelback, Stevie Ray Vaughan & Double Trouble, and Pink Floyd, along with a host of others, while still maintaining a sound all their own. In 2006 The Grumpy began playing some of L.A.’s most notable clubs '“ among them, the world famous Whisky A Go-Go, The Roxy, and The Viper Room, all located on the celebrated Sunset Strip. These are the same stages where bands such as The Doors, Ozzy Osbourne and Van Halen have performed, along with countless other legends. As a result of these performances, The Grumpy received a “Rock Band of the Year” nomination for the South Bay Music Awards that year. Immediately following their return to Sacramento, The Grumpy was selected as KRXQ 98 Rock’s “February Artist of the Month “ for both their fresh sound and work with the UC Davis Children’s Hospital fundraiser. The band has been on a steady ascent ever since, culminating with their “Independent D...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Doug Deutsch Publicity Services July 2010 213.924.4901 dougdeutschpr@gmail.com News You Can Use About… Feisty Piranhas Rise Again With “Live In SoCal; Nominated In “Showcase Artist Of The Year” Category For The 20th Annual L.A. Music Awards; Upcoming Shows With Rockers Y&T, Fear “Since their sophomore, and best known, album Shocked in 2005, Feisty Piranhas have been making a splash (forgive me for the pun) in their local Southern California music scene… the first song that literally blew me away was “Do You Know.” From the opening chords, to the later solo work (which, even I’ll admit, is incredible), to the overall style of the song, I could’ve sworn it could’ve been by the likes of the Bad Religion. Which is by all means a compliment.” RIOT ON BROADWAY (HOLLYWOOD) – 2010 has been a great year so far for the Feisty Piranhas. Not only are they nominated in the “Showcase Artist of the Year” category for the 20th Annual Los Angeles Music Awards in November; they have performed this year with rock icons Blue Oyster Cult and The Tubes, with shows coming up as Main Support for metal mainstays Y&T (August 26; Key Club) and punk legends Fear (October 28, Key Club). FP’s also headline the Canyon Club in Agoura Hills (July 22) and play The Whiskey in Hollywood (Saturday, July 10). The eclectic Camarillo-based rock group was recently interviewed for a “MUSIC RAW” segment on KNBC-TV and were videotapted during the Tubes’ show by MTV-style video site, ROCKAHOLICZ (www,rockaholicz.com). Other recent highlights for the band: Headlining “Feisty Fool’s Day” at the Canyon Club this past April 1; and performing at a Los Angeles Music Awards live showcase, leading up to the main event on Thursday, November 18 at the Paramount Theater in Hollywood. The frenetic, energetic power-pop-punk band recently took part in one of the Spring’s major concert events, performing as part of Skinnie Magazine’s “Top 100 Bands” Festival on the historic Queen Mary in Long Beach. 2009 was a watershed year for the unique “father-and-son” band (drummer Peter Lust is the father of front person Peter Alex Lust), starting with guitarist Lust Jr. being pulled onstage by seminal punk band NoFX to perform the song “Linoleum” at the Henry Fonda Theater in Hollywood and resoundingly winning over the raucous crowd; and ending with the band again being selected a “Hot 100 Unsigned Artist for 2009” by longtime respected trade publication, MUSIC CONNECTION MAGAZINE. In between, they opened for Nations Afire at The Whiskey and rock royalty the Blue Oyster Cult for the second consecutive year at the Canyon Club, where they also headlined; were interviewed by “Focus In The Mix” television show; released a new CD, “Live In SoCal;”perfomed with alt-rock front-runners Death By Stereo and A Static Lullaby in Long Beach; appeared with Korn at KROQ’s “Halos N’ Horns” Festival; opened for longtime rock gods,...

Renowned Percussionist William "Bubba" Bryant, currently the drummer in world-famous R&B/Soul group the Temptations, is interviewed live tonite (Tuesday, July 6) at 7:15 p.m. by DJ Rejj Smooth on XRadio.biz. Tune into www.xradio.biz to listen live. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Press Contact: Doug Deutsch Publicity Services July 2010 Ph: (213) 924-4901 dougdeutschpr@gmail.com News You Can Use About Renowned Drummer… William “Bubba” Bryant *Performs Locally (With The Temptations) – At PRIMM CASINO-HOTEL – Saturday, July 10* (PRIMM, NV) – Longtime percussionist William “Bubba” Bryant performs in concert as a member of world-famous R&B vocal group The Temptations at Terrible’s Primm Valley Casino Resort, Star of the Desert Arena, Exit 1 off Interstate 15, Primm, Saturday, July 10. 8 p.m. $39-$55. Info: (1-888) FUN-STOP or www.primmvalleyresorts.com. Also performing: The 4 Tops. Hailing from Nashville, Bryant’s long and colorful career has found him playing, touring and/or recording with artists as diverse as George Benson, The Crusaders, The Whispers, Wayne Henderson, Jermaine Jackson, Ronnie Laws, Bobby Womack and the Backstreet Boys (the latter for which he served in the capacity of Musical Director/Drummer in support of the teen idol’s Millenium Tour). Bryant was also Music Director on the television series, NED AND STACY. A prolific songwriter in his own right, Bryant plans to release his own debut CD in 2010. Bryant is profiled in MODERN DRUMMER magazine this July. Laying down a solid foundation is how drummer William “Bubba” Bryant approaches every musical situation from Funk to Rhythm and Blues, from Pop to Jazz. Bubba started playing drums at the early age of five. He later trained as a classical percussionist at Tennessee State University and Eastern Illinois University. In demand as a clinician, Bubba Bryant has been active in the U.S.A. Percussion Camp at Eastern Illinois University. He also teaches at the Musicians Institute in Los Angeles. Presently Bryant endoreses products by Zildjian; Solar; and Gibraltar Hardware (Kamen). WILLIAM “BUBBA” BRYANT INTERVIEWS AND SHOW PASSES ARE AVAILABLE.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Doug Deutsch Publicity Services July 2010 213-924-4901 dougdeutschpr@gmail.com “Well-crafted songwriting…Michele Vreeland possesses a soaring and sweet vocal approach…as a songwriter, she succeeds in going for the brass ring each time out, hitting highest with the stunning “Understanding.” A treat from start to finish.” MUSIC NEWS NASHVILLE Performs Live@GENGHIS COHEN SONGWRITERS SHOWCASE – Tuesday, July 13 Vreeland Nominated For “Female Singer/Songwriter Of the Year” - 2010 L.A. Music Awards (LOS ANGELES) – New “It” girl on the burgeoning L.A. singer-songwriter scene, beautiful and talented Michele Vreeland, performs at Genghis Cohen, 740 N. Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles, Tuesday, July 13. 8 p.m. $7. Info: (323) 653-0640 or log onto www.genghiscohen.com. Michele has received a prestigious nomination in the “Female Singer/Songwriter Of the Year” category for the 20th Annual Los Angeles Music Awards, Thursday, November 18 at the Paramount Theater in Hollywood. Vreeland was recently interviewed on KNBC TV’s unique new “Music Raw” program. Watch the interview here: http://www.nbclosangeles.com/station/as-seen on/MusicRaw__Michele_Vreeland_Los_Angeles.html Drawing a crowd wherever she goes, Vreeland played several high-profile showcase events at this year’s South By Southwest Conference, including a private party sponsored by concert giant Live Nation and Justin Timberlake’s new tequila line, 901 Silver. “At SXSW we let the music come to us, and it did in the form of contemplative singer/songwriter Michele Vreeland,” wrote the HOUSTON PRESS. Michele’s compelling live performance style is deftly chronicled in a review in the April issue of respected trade publication, MUSIC CONNECTION. “Vreeland’s vocal control and range are quite remarkable… her ability to deliver a strong song performance and keep her audience engaged was very apparent,” writes reviewer Hans Fink. “(She is) a singer/songwriter with a lot of heart and a great voice to back it up,” he concludes. Vreeland’s most recent CD release is NEVER NOT MYSELF, which on the strength of songs such as “I’m A Person,” “Nico,” “Wanted To Say,” and “Understanding,” is currently receiving airplay on over three-hundred college stations throughout the U.S. and Canada. WOMENS RADIO/LIVE 365 recently interviewed Michele and included her song “Who I Am” in their March 2010 Podcast. Michele has been making her mark on the local music scene with passionate songs, insightful lyrics and spirited live performances; she was recently recognized for her body of work with a Comet Award nomination from the Los Angeles Women in Music, as well as being a MUSIC CONNECTION “Hot 100 Artists For 2009” selection. MICHELE VREELAND INTERVIEWS/NEVER NOT MYSELF REVIEW COPIES/SHOW PASSES AVAILABLE. ...

(HOLLYWOOD) – Attention all bands and solo artists: The Los Angeles Music Awards, the longest-running independent music awards show of its kind now in its twentieth consecutive year, are currently accepting submissions, for the stretch run to this year’s Main Event, taking place at Paramount Studios inside the Paramount Theater in Hollywood on Thursday, November 18, 2010, it was announced by Executive Producers, Al Bowman and Susanna Griffie. The LAMA’s are the longest-running independent awards show of its kind; past nominees include Grammy-winning act Black Eyed Peas, platinum pop artist Gwen Stefani; 1999 Independent Rock Album of the Year winner, Alien Ant Farm; and blues guitarist, Walter Trout. Nominations are still being awarded in approximately two dozen categories including Rock Album of the Year; Rock Artist; Triple A; Country; Adult Contemporary; Male and Female Songwriter; and many others. To submit electronically, click on the link below: www.sonicbids.com/lamusicawards For direct mail submissions, please send your CD along with press and/or bio., and a non-refundable $40.00 submission fee in the form of a check or money order to: Los Angeles Music Awards* 615 7th Street* Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 All submissions will be listened to and professionally evaluated for quality purposes. All Nominees will be informed via e-mail or telephone. Those selected for nomination will receive two complimentary tickets to our Red Carpet Main Event on November 18 and will be placed on the ballot for the annual LAMA Voting Event that takes place at the Whisky A Go-Go on October 7th For additional information on the 20th Annual Los Angeles Music Awards, please go to http://www.lamusicawards.com.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Doug Deutsch Publicity Services May 2010 213-924-4901 dougdeutschpr@gmail.com “Well-crafted songwriting…Michele Vreeland possesses a soaring and sweet vocal approach…as a songwriter, she succeeds in going for the brass ring each time out, hitting highest with the stunning “Understanding.” A treat from start to finish.” MUSIC NEWS NASHVILLE Vreeland Nominated For “Female Singer/Songwriter Of the Year” - 2010 L.A. Music Awards **Performing Locally: SONNY MCLEANS in Santa Monica – Friday, May 21@10:30 p.m.** (LOS ANGELES) – The new “It” girl on the burgeoning L.A. singer-songwriter scene, beautiful and talented Michele Vreeland, has received a prestigious nomination in the “Female Singer/Songwriter Of the Year” category for the 20th Annual Los Angeles Music Awards, Thursday, November 18 at the Paramount Theater in Hollywood. Michele was recently interviewed on KNBC TV’s unique new “Music Raw” program. Watch the interview here: http://www.nbclosangeles.com/station/as-seen on/MusicRaw__Michele_Vreeland_Los_Angeles.html Drawing a crowd wherever she goes, Vreeland played several high-profile showcase events at this year’s South By Southwest Conference, including a private party sponsored by concert giant Live Nation and Justin Timberlake’s new tequila line, 901 Silver. “At SXSW we let the music come to us, and it did in the form of contemplative singer/songwriter Michele Vreeland,” wrote the HOUSTON PRESS. Michele’s compelling live performance style is deftly chronicled in a review in the April issue of respected trade publication, MUSIC CONNECTION. “Vreeland’s vocal control and range are quite remarkable… her ability to deliver a strong song performance and keep her audience engaged was very apparent,” writes reviewer Hans Fink. “(She is) a singer/songwriter with a lot of heart and a great voice to back it up,” he concludes. Vreeland’s most recent CD release is NEVER NOT MYSELF, which on the strength of songs such as “I’m A Person,” “Nico,” “Wanted To Say,” and “Understanding,” is currently receiving airplay on over three-hundred college stations throughout the U.S. and Canada. WOMENS RADIO/LIVE 365 recently interviewed Michele and included her song “Who I Am” in their March 2010 Podcast. Michele has been making her mark on the local music scene with passionate songs, insightful lyrics and spirited live performances; she was recently recognized for her body of work with a Comet Award nomination from the Los Angeles Women in Music, as well as being a MUSIC CONNECTION “Hot 100 Artists For 2009” selection. MICHELE VREELAND INTERVIEWS/NEVER NOT MYSELF REVIEW COPIES/SHOW PASSES AVAILABLE. www.myspace.com/michelevreeland www.michelevreeland.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Doug Deutsch Publicity Services May 2010 213.924.4901 dougdeutschpr@gmail.com Santa Barbara-Based Guitar Guru Alastair Greene Joins Alan Parsons Live Project; *Performing Locally: MOVINO WINE BAR in Ojai/Saturday, May 22* Greene’s “Walking In Circles” Featured On ALL ABOARD THE BLUES Compilation “The Alastair Greene Band has achieved an elusive result with “Walking In Circles,”waxing a blues-rock album tha holds appeal for traditionalists…the rhythm section never fails to swing, providing a nuanced, true-blues launch pad for Greene’s guitar...” BLUES REVUE (OJAI) – Santa Barbara-based blues/rock guitarist Alastair Greene brings his eclectic musical sounds to Ojai this weekend, performing at the Movino Wine Bar, 308 E. Ojai Ave., Ojai, Saturday, May 22. 9 p.m. Free. Info: (805) 646-1555 or log onto www.movinowinebar.com. The multi-dimensional musician – who also fronts a popular tribute to guitar great Eric Clapton known as “The Return of Slowhand” -- was recently announced as the new full-time guitarist for the Alan Parsons Live Project, the famed progressive rock band fronted by multi-instrumentalist Alan Parsons known for such hits as “Eye in the Sky,” “Time,” and “I Robot,” among others. Greene kicked off his guitar duties in the Alan Parsons Live Project with shows in Israel and more this past March. In other news, Greene’s title track from “Walking In Circles” is included on the just-released compilation, ALL ABOARD THE BLUES (Errorcraft Records). Greene is receiving stellar reviews for his just-released CD, WALKING IN CIRCLES. “You will be hard-pressed to find another young guitarist whose work demonstrates a better example of both from where the blues has come as well as to where it may be headed,” raves BLUESROCKERS. “Alastair Greene and his band aim to please as they dish out a swingin’ session of five feel-good covers and six originals…Greene sings with spirit and tells it like it is while his electric guitar adds a stimulating sizzle that punctuates hard,” writes SOUTHLAND BLUES. “Walking In Circles is anything but a rehashing of the longtime S.B. stalwart’s multifaceted musical past,” states the SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT. Since his 2002 debut CD A LITTLE WISER, Alastair Greene (known as ‘AG’ by friends and fans) has released two live CDs and a collaboration with French blues guitar hero Frank ‘Paris Slim’ Goldwasser on Riatsala Music. Greene also played guitar on recent releases by Alan Parsons (2006 Grammy-nominated ‘A Valid Path); Aynsley Dunbar (2008 release ‘Mutiny’); as well 2 CDs on the Delta Groove Record Label: Frank Goldwasser’s 2007 release ‘Bluju’ and Mitch Kashmar’s 2006 release ‘Wake Up and Worry’. The Alastair Greene Band has been performing live for over 10 years in various incarnations. Greene still performs regularly with Mitch Kashmar, Frank Goldwasser, and other blues and roots acts. WALKING IN CIRCLES features 6 original songs and 5 covers ranging from the Elmore James-influenced title track and the deep Muddy Waters vibe on ‘Pocket Full of Change’ to the Gov’t Mule-style reading of ‘Get Out Of My Life Woman’ and the hard-boogie ZZ Top-inspired interpretation of ‘Cut You Loose’. In addition to stellar reviews, the disc is receiving regular airplay overseas in France, Belgium, Croatia,...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Doug Deutsch Publicity Services May 2010 213.924.4901 dougdeutsch@gmail.com The Latest News You Can Use From Award-Winning SoCal Blues Group… BLUES GONE SOUTH “Blues Gone South embodies all blues traditions with a strong repertoire of original material and cover songs…(front person) Papa J has a suprisingly superb set of pipes…the band’s playing is precise and impassioned…each musician is a master of his instrument. Blues Gone South easily covers the entire blues spectrum and then some.” MUSIC CONNECTION BLUES GONE SOUTH NOMINATED IN THE “BEST AMERICANA, BLUES OR ROOTS ARTIST” CATEGORY FOR UPCOMING 20TH ANNUAL LOS ANGELES MUSIC AWARDS Blues Gone South (a/k/a BGS) started off 2010 with a bang, with the honor of receiving a nomination in the “Best Americana, Blues or Roots Artist” category for the 20th Annual Los Angeles Music Awards (LAMA), taking place November at Paramount Studios in Hollywood. Speaking about the band’s recent performance at the Whisky A G-Go for a Los Angeles Music Awards showcase, LAMA Executive Producer Al Bowman raved, “fronted by the well known and respected Papa J, this band ruled the stage with a fast paced set of Blues rock unlike anything else from this event. The musicians in this band were absolutely amazing. The guitarist reminded me of Stevie Ray Vaughn, only better. The energy level put out by Blues Gone South was overwhelming,” Bowman concluded. The band recently made their performing debut at longtime Santa Monica-based blues club Harvelle’s, and hope to return there upon the completion of their new CD. BGS finished 2009 with a flourish, capturing a coveted “Hot 100 Artist of 2009” nod from respected trade publication, MUSIC CONNECTION, in the magazine’s year-end issue. The band organized and headlined the first-ever “Chicago Blues Night” at House of Blues/Anaheim last May, playing to an appreciative, sizable crowd. Last April they were featured on the nationally-syndicated radio show, BLUES DELUXE. Fronted by harpist-vocalist Papa J (Jeffrey Hudson) and also featuring drummer Kofi Baker (son of legendary Cream drummer, Ginger Baker), BGS play a smokin’ hot mix of original blues songs as well as classic Blues numbers in a wailing, Southside-of-Chicago style. BGS are rooted in the tradition of early 20th century blues fueled by...