4Play
Contact: Karen Monty
Web site
DESCRIPTION: Although 4Play has only been playing the Albuquerque Rock scene for the past couple years, this quad of seasoned musicians have over 100 years of music experience. Be prepared for mesmerizing vocals, screaming guitar licks, back-beat bass rhythms and the little drummergirl to rock.
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5 Minute Sin
Contact: Dan Wenz
Web site
DESCRIPTION: 5 Minute Sin is a raucous and vivacious band that rocks the stage with a high energy and a commanding stage presence. 5 Minute Sin twists seemingly melodic expressions into a whirlwind of innovative, yet strangely familiar riffs. Screaming guitar solos, bone crunching distortion, and beats that rock the soul make 5 Minute Sin a band that is always a crowd pleaser. 5 Minute Sin has a sound that encompasses the likes of Velvet Revolver, Soundgarden, Led Zeppelin, and Jimi Hendrix all rolled into one.
Releases: 5 Minute Sin has been on the music scene for about a year and will be releasing their first album by the end of May 2006.
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8-Track
Contact: Jerry Robbins
Description: 60's and 70's Rock and Roll including music by The Beatles, The Eagles, Chicago, Santana, Creedence Clearwater Revival, The Doors, Three Dog Night, The Byrds, The Animals, The Rolling Stones and many more.
If you would like to book our band call Jerry Robbins at 856-8305.
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2020 Blind
Contact: James Edgeington
Web site
Description: Gothic surf for the whole family! Original, classic, new and different.
Releases: 2020 Blind - debut "Realm of Concern"
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Agency E
Contact: Nuff (as in E-nuff )
Web site
Description: Now, after releasing the dead weight of an uninspired drummer & acquiring the multi-talented and inspired groove of our new stick man, Wolf, we have blossomed. Above and beyond and out of the norm...(John Wayne Elvis) hot guitar rips, (Wolf) slammin slick stick drum kicks, (Rockstar) thunderously deep bass lines, (Nuff) raw funk street some political flows all wrapped up in a tremendously hip/rock sound that commands the ears of all that hear it!
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Alder Dice Trio
Contact: Harold Clark
Web site
Description: A.D. Trio collaborate on stage. Grooving out in their own niche, somewhere between Latin and Jazz, their chemistry is the show. Working with each other to create complex overtones, vocal harmonies, and poly-rhythmic musical movements, exchanging ideas and instruments as they create a ritual performance space designed to excite.
Releases: Sessions: Early Winter '07
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Anatung
Contact: R. Cordova
Web site
Description: A new and inproved version of the band..a super-varity of different music styles that create the the sound that is ANATUNG. From hip-hop to blues, from surf guitar to shoe gazer, from folk to rock and roll... ANATUNG is here to make music that matters.
Releases: "2002 "REV" by anatung
2002 "wholes" by anatung
2004 "Patricia" the single by Rube Cordova & Anatung
currently working on new album.....
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Animals in the Dark
Contact: Weston Kemmerer
Web site
Description: Animals in the Dark are a psychedelic garage rock band with wide influences. A three-piece band of all Albuquerque born and raised musicians, they deliver catchy original songs that you will surely be singing later.
Releases: Demo, Animals in the Dark EP single
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Arencon Trio
Contact: Diego Arencon
Description: Influenced by legendary trios of Ahmad Jamal and Red Garland, the Arencon Trio swings an elegant balance between traditional jazz and latin jazz. The trio consists of Steve Figueroa (piano), Colin Deuble (bass) and Diego Arencon (drums). The Arencon Trio has developed a shared empathy and approach to jazz music that comes from numerous performances with the likes of Doug Lawrence, Frank Morgan, and Hillary Smith, to name a few.
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Michelle Artiaga
Contact: Santiago Robledo
Web site
Description: Began performing as a young girl with church choirs and Highschool ensembles. Went on to the College of Santa Fe and the University of New Mexico studying music and Education. She has performed and toured in both classical and secular venues including: Sound Of America where she traveled and performed across Europe, Viva Zarzuela, a Spanish Opera Company, performing in Mexico and Texas,and The Eulalia singers at La Posada de Albuquerque, performing bi-monthly broadway productions. Michelle has performed with groups like Eclipse and Earth Angels both original and variety music. Singing everything from Jazz to Classical, original to contemporary, Michelle is a versatile singer/performer. Most recently, Michelle has worked with the bands One Spirit, Desert Street, and Desert Moon as lead singer and rhythm guitarist where the main focus has been original music. She is available solo or as a duet with Percussionist Santiago Robledo who she collaborates with in writing original music. Michelle works in Elementary Education and teaches music privately.
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Aubrey Island
Contact: Aubrey Island
Web site
Description: Folk and blues singer/songwriter Aubrey Island
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Azwel
Contact: Jason Perillo
Web site
Description: Azwel is a project that involves songwriter Jason Perrillo. The project songs are basically good, interesting pop songs. This music is influenced by various styles of music, so expect a different thing from each song and especially each album. The project name Azwel has been with him for eight years or so, but only recently has he begun recording under the name (other than home demos from 1996). Azwel released a debut album, "Hap End Void," followed by a second album titled "Diversions." Each album has a number of non-album tracks that are available to download on the Internet.
Releases: Diversions (2004), Hap End Void (2003)
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Bailiwick
Contact: Mike Hays
Description: Have you ever heard the expression, "He's in his bailiwick"? It comes from a Middle English word from the legal profession, indicating the bailiff's corner of the courtroom. Nowadays, however, it refers more generally to a person's area of interest and expertise. In Albuquerque, it refers to a local international folk music band.
Bailiwick performs Celtic music for the most part, from poignant airs to break-neck jigs and reels. Our diverse interests, however, have compelled us to explore a variety of genres, peppering our set lists with Argentine tangos, Arabic folk tunes, Venezuelan vals crusados, Mexican and Spanish waltzes, English country dance tunes, and now renaissance and medieval pieces. Bailiwick plays regularly at a number of bars, stores, dances and weddings in Albuquerque. Bailiwick's musicians are Juli Palladino, Mike Hays, David Harper,
and Marc and Susan McCamey.
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Shelley Barratt
Contact: Shelley Barratt
Web site: Web site
Description: Shelley's adult contemporary world music is accompanied by guitar, random percussion or a cappella. Melodic vocals offer a rare level of intimacy to the listener, and the direction each song takes is unconventional yet accessible. It has been said that Shelley's vocals have a calming effect. When Shelley sings, people stop what they are doing and listen to the original music: melodic and poetic, blending rhythms from around the world, inspiring harmony in living. Shelley plays rhythm guitars, using either an Ovation acoustic/electric or Samick Royale semi hollow-body, and a Djembe drum as well as classic percussion instruments.
Background info: Shelley was the lead in an Albuquerque rock band, Sub Culture, that released the independent album, "Seed Time". They received radio play and reviews all over New Mexico and as far away as the Coasts. Sub Culture was courted by several major record labels, and several members went on to have successful recording careers of their own.
Release: "Origin of Flight" (2004). The song, "5 Revolving Doors" is played regularly on college and internet radio.
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Basket Case
Contact: J.J. Wood.
Description: Basket Case is a politically driven punk rock band from Ruidoso. They have J.J. Wood on guitar/vocals, Tyler Jones guitar/vocals, Cody Jones bass, and Michael Avila drums. They range in age from 13 to 16 and have enough potential to make this a career in their life.
Releases: Demo "A Will To Survive"
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The Bellmont
Contact: Jeremiah Wood
Web site: www.thebellmontrocks.com
Description: The Bellmont plays loud indie rock with a bit of a punk rock edge. We've played shows with the Oktober People, the Answer Lies, Oh My God, the Firebird Band (ex-Braid), Carrier (members of the Flaming Lips), Lair of the Minotaur (members of Pelican), Glass and Ashes (No Idea Records), and more. We're fun. Come watch us.
Release: Long Way Upstate - self-released EP
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Bernadette Seacrest and Her Yes Men
Contact: Bernadette Seacrest
Web site
Description: Vintage styled torch and jazz music. Here's what the press has to say: "Her sultry, silky voice spreads across the room like a lush, warm blanket of velvet and ably pays homage to the composers and performers who made those songs so unforgettable in the first place."
~Albuquerque Journal
"You can practically smell the cigarrette smoke and taste the bootleg booze of a speakeasy club when you listen to the music of this retro swinging group. Lead singer Bernadette Seacrest has a sultry voice perfectly backed by a group of able jazz musicians."
~ music.download.com
Releases: No More Music by the Suckers (ThrillBomb! Records)
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Between Here and Home
Contact: Freddie Kane
Web site
Description: Between Here And Home (BHaH) formed on November 17th, 2005. We are just 3 "normal" guys with a love for music! We love what we do, and hope you all like it too! The band is fronted by singer and guitarist Freddie K, the greatest plesantly plump person you'll ever meet on bass, Bryan S, with the "Dope Danny" on drums, Daniel G, the great band known as Between Here And Home, is a fusion like none other. Not limited to simple genres and styles, the band puts a whole new spin to the local scene. We are consintantly at work trying to bring new songs for our fans, which we love more then anything, if it wasn't for you guys, we'd be singing to the walls! A special thank you goes out to Gene for doing our art work, and Cory "Pickles" Dillman, as our current roadie, also to Alona for taking the time out of your day to come take pictures for us, let us use your lap top to record and help us take all of our crap and our lazy butts where they needed to go!
Releases: "What Time Is It...?" (2005), "Christmas Party!!!" (2006), "Brandon Street Gang" (2007)
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Beyond Suffering
Contact: Beyond Suffering
Web site
Description: We are Beyond Suffering, a MetalCore band out of Santa Fe. We love music and use it to express ourselves and relate to others. Here is an idea of how everything fell into place: Band member Jon Ortiz called Gabe Johnsons up asking if he wanted to start a band after creating some very impressive solo songs. Gabe responded with a "hell yes" and told Isaiah Gonzales about the project and he came aboard. We later hooked up with vocolist/rhythm guitar player Jered Valdez. Ever since then the music ideas have been rolling in. Contact: (505) 577-6797.
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Big Lips and the Skinny
Contact: Will Veeder
Web site
Description: Just plain rock n' roll with country overtones and mean back beat. Think Cake, Ween, Black Sabbath and Johnny Cash in a fist fight.
Releases: "Hindsight," 2006.
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Bill Street Blues
Contact: Tony Ward
Web site
Description: Bill Street Blues combines Chicago blues and Delta blues with a "splash" of Texas swing and "10 1/2 cups of phat, fresh swing."
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BMP-Ben Martinez Project
Contact: Ben Martinez, Jr.
Web site
Description: The group currently focuses on original modern jazz compositions (w/ occasional covers of Chick Corea, Pat Metheny, Randy Brecker, Wayne Shorter, Mike Stern, Kei Akagi, et al). BMP, like many other jazz groups has been heavily influenced by the likes of Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Thelonious Monk and Charlie Parker. In live performance and in the studio, BMP focuses on the solid delivery of each melody, i.e., laying the foundation theme of the composition while taking noticeable excursions to provide audiences interesting, interactive and spontaneous dialogues between the several voices (i.e., the instruments).
During the group's creative improvisations the underlying traditional roles of support and lead are in a constant state of directed flux between each of the band members. BMP consistently brings its unique blend (fusion) of New Mexico Jazz to the TEXAS JAZZ Festival including Traditional (Straight-ahead) Jazz, Funk, Modern Jazz, Latin, Rumba, Urban and Polyrhythm. BMP has appeared at the Texas Jazz Festival since 1996. They are on the road from Albuquerque, NM. The band consists of:
Joey Santiago (Drums) Albuquerque
David Friedlander (Bass, composer, instructor and co-musical director) Boston
Bob Miner (Sax, percussion, engineer, composer, co-musical director) Chicago
Ruben Gutierrez (piano, synthesizer(s), clinician) El Paso
Ben Martinez (guitars, director, composer, clinician) San Antonio
Releases: Sanctuary (c) 2004, Urban Bug (c) 2005
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Broke
Contact: Josue Mendoza
Description: Christian band plays alternative rock with worship and Bible messages. We have spiritual gifts, hearts, abilities, personalities and experience.
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Brokencyde
Contact: Seven
Web site: Web site
DESCRIPTION: Hiphop/Screamo/Experimental! New Mexico's next big name ...
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Bobby Buttram and the Trainmen
Contact: Bobby Buttram
Description: The Trainmen is a mainly Country music band that also plays some Rock, Spanish and Pop music and original material. Great dance music! The members of the band have many years of experience playing in several bands and recording studios. This four-piece band is fronted by Bobby Buttram, an Oklahoma boy whose experience goes back to living and recording in Nashville. Currently playing in several clubs and bars in New Mexico and available for private parties. The members of this band enjoy what they do and have a good time wherever they play.
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BoneCracker
Contact: Andrew Giomi
Web site: Web site
DESCRIPTION: BoneCracker is a power trio made up of New Mexico native Andrew Giomi and Austin transplants Mark and Lance Hungerford. The group plays all original music best described as a fusion of rock, jazz and funk. Listen to the music on our web page, check our calendar for performances and for bookings call Mark Hungerford at (505) 994-1287.
RELEASES: CD "Funk Junkys" available through our web site.
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Broken Black
Contact: Nathan Chavez
Web site: Web site
DESCRIPTION: New Mexico's own noise composers, Broken Black, is here to crack your brain and twist your soul around barbed wire. This band has sprung a leak, a leak of energy and aggressive metal mayhem. They will instill a sound of raw riffs and tattoo your mind with their energetic stage performance. They are here to start a revolution, and bring today's watered down metal to the masses. They can not be fully recognized until they are exposed. Once they are exposed to the metal scene they will be a force to be reckoned with.
RELEASES: Revolution Demo, Bitter Blood Demo (both in 2004)
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Brother E & The Blue Rhythm Kings
Contact: Gary Millhollon
DESCRIPTION: Brother E and the Blue Rhythm Kings is an R&B/Soul Band based in Albuquerque, NM.
Think Sam & Dave, Aretha, Freddie King, Ray Charles, Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, Bobby Blue Bland, and Sam Cook, with a little bit of the Drifters and Muddy Waters thrown in.
Brother E (Eric Bland) was long known as the leading gospel singer among NMs Black churches when Gator Bleaux (lead guitarist) moved here from Austin and augmented Es musical tastes toward soul, blues and R&B. The producer of the Soul Train radio show described Brother E as a great singer with Sam Cook-looks and an Otis Redding soul.
Gator Bleaux (guitar) played for 10 years with T-Bone Turners Band and with Missing Pages in Austin, Texas. Bleaux has opened for or played with such other luminaries as SRV, Jimmie Vaughan, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, and with the legendary Chuck Berry. His guitar work is strongly influenced by the three Kings BB, Freddie, and Albert.
Bobby Clements (drums) is originally from California and was long-time drummer for the country-rock band, Country Generation. His solid beat is the heart of the Blue Rhythm Kings.
Jumpin Jim Williams is a sax player extraordinaire and has played with many musical groups in New Mexico for over 20 years. His sax can wail with excitement or deliver a soul-full touch to slow songs.
Jeff Scott (Bass and Harmonica) provides the backbone and has experience in rock and blues bands in New Mexico. His harmonica playing is always a highlight that crowds love when the Kings get down and dirty on the blues.
Dano Thompson (keys & congas) and Dangerous Gary Lucero (2nd guitar) have played with numerous blues and rock bands in New Mexico. The two bring a fullness to the complete sound of the Blue Rhythm Kings.
For booking info, contact Gary Millhollon at 710-5100 or 821-5101.
RELEASES: Live at the LCA
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Cactus Moon
Contact: Chris Cooper
Web site: Web site
DESCRIPTION: If you like to dance to good country music and hear the songs the way youre used to hearing them, then Cactus Moon is the country band you're looking for. They are a five-piece band consisting of: Chris Cooper (lead vocals/rhythm guitar), Patrick Hickey (pedal steel/guitar), Elliott Ruff-Wagner (drums/vocals), Doug Flint (bass/vocals), Dan Bauman (lead guitar). This band has a clean sound that stays true to the original artists they cover (George Strait, Keith Urban, Brooks & Dunn, Dwight Yoakam, Joe Nichols, Kenny Chesney, Little Texas, Gary Allen, Garth Brooks, Darryl Worley, Eagles, Brad Paisley, Blake Shelton, Andy Griggs, Jason Aldean, Dierks Bentley, Hal Ketchum, Rhett Akins, and more). They also have originals in the works.
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Camino Oscuro
Contact: Daniel Aragon
Web site: Web site
DESCRIPTION: Camino Oscuro is a northern New Mexico variety band specializing in Spanish, Country and Rock music. The band is known for its high energy dance music and for its variety. Based out of Pecos, the band consists of four members and has been performing together for about two months. Camino Oscuro released its first CD in December of 2006 entitled "Al Fin (Finally)" and has received massive airplay. The band is available for any occassion.
Releases: Al Fin (Finally)
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Carisma Show
Contact: Jesus/Paula Holguin
Description: Music for all occasions includes Mariachi New Mexico style, norteno, cumbias, Tex Mex, country and international music.
Releases: Two CDs in 2002-'04.
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Cascova
Contact: Zenon Zamora
Description: A mixture of Classical/Electronica/Alternative Rock... CASCOVA has hit the scene hard by focusing on the "metrosexual" niche and blurring the lines between fans of different music genre's. Their music is driven by the powerful vocals, lyrics, and the sophisticated music Zenon Zamora writes and records. His knowledge of classical composition expresses itself through alternative/electronica avenues; which makes Cascova sound like no other...
Releases: Technology and Magic
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Charmed
Contact: Alicia Ultan
Web site
Description: Charmed features Alicia Ultan on vocals, viola and guitar and Bambi Jackson on vocals, keyboards and guitars. Playing their own brand of what they like to call ''twisted folk,'' Charmed has been performing together since 2001. Combining their classical training and uniquely personal songwriting styles, they have a created a sound that is reminiscent of the lyricism and sweetness of Sarah McLachlan, the melodic moodiness of Tori Amos, and the straight-shooting sassiness of folk songstress Lucy Kaplansky.
Charmed is the recipient of several awards and honors including a nomination for Best Instrumental Performance by the New Mexico Music Industry Awards; They were the grand prize winners in the Folk-Americana-Country category for the New Mexico Music Commissions first annual Talent Showcase at the New Mexico State Fair in 2005 and they were voted Best of 2005 by Albuquerque the Magazine. They are currently completing the follow up to their debut CD.
Releases: "Beautifully Twisted"
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Chris Dracup Band
Contact: Chris Dracup
Web site
Description: Blues and funk, reggae and soul. The band performs classic covers that range from Muddy Waters and Taj Mahal to Toots and the Maytals, Bob Marley and James Brown. They also perform a large amount of original material written by Dracup. Dracup is considered one of the top blues guitarists in the state and the band performs regularly at festivals around the Southwest and at night clubs in Taos, Santa Fe and Albuquerque.
Releases: The Rattlecats -- Live at Club Rhythm and Blues, Chris Dracup and Tommy Elskes with Alex Moralez -- Live at the Albuquerque Museum Ampitheatre
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Chris Ravin Band featuring Deborah Leonard
Contact: Deborah Leonard
Web site
Description: The Chris Ravin Band featuring Deborah Leonard is composed of: Deborah Leonard who is a singer/songwriter that has an energetic style that captives the audience with her vocals which range from sweet melodic country ballads to powerful rockin' classics. Chris Ravin has been drawing crowds for years as a highly talented guitarist and singer. Don Garcia has a memorable bass style that gets the crowd up and dancing. Drummer Patrick Callahan sets the precision timing for this group that consistently draws a following of loyal fans.
Releases: Currently working on production of an original CD project.
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Cidagen
Contact: Craige Bradley
Web site
Description: Bringing back the old sound with a new niche is Cidagen from Carlsbad, N.M. The band consists of guitarist Jacob Schutt, drummer Craige Bradley, singer Brandon McDaniel and bassist Jon Patman.
Releases: Demo
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City Lights
Contact: Frank Dempsey
Web site
Description: City Lights is 4-piece experienced classic rock/country variety band. We play all types of danceable music for every occasion. All members are mature and experienced players. Each of us have logged at least 3000 hours of paid performances over our music careers, playing mostly the Albuquerque area. We're not rookies. We read the crowd and play for them. Most bands play for themselves. We're different. Please try us out.
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City Reign
Contact: Dave Rodway
Web site
Description: City Reign performs the best of Blues, Jazz, Soul and Pop. They can be seen regularly at Yanni's downtown.
Releases: Their latest CD is "Never A Dull Moment" recorded and released independently and available for sale at daverodway.com
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Sheryl Clapton
Contact: sherylclapton@qwest.net
Description: Sheryl has played music most of her remembered life. Coming from a strong spiritual basis, she loves the blues, rock, bluegrass, country, jazz, classical, all of which are root music to her. Relatively out of the music from 1994-1998, Sheryl is recording originals in Albuquerque. Venturing around the U.S. for the last 3 years has given light to poetry as well. Sheryl is playing local venues, as well as local radio live broadcasts.
Releases: Spirit Of Music 2001
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ColdSnap
Contact: Jim Connors
Web site: Web site
DESCRIPTION: The name itself means, A severe, immediate change in the weather. Nothing could ring more true for this band. Originating in early 2000, ColdSnap was a melodic, post-hardcore band playing with the likes of Kittie and Adema, working the crowd into a frenzy with their heaviness and angst-ridden lyrics. ColdSnap has since evolved with a line-up change and a new sound. We play honest, true-to-life music. We're out to make people think, and we're out to make someone feel more than anger and angst. We've all been through our share of life, and we've done it together, and we want people to listen and connect with that.
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Concepto Tambor
Contact: Christian Orellana
Web site: conceptotambor.com
DESCRIPTION: Concepto Tambor is an all-drum and percussion troupe that blends Afro-Latino grooves, call and response style of singing and chanting, with a rock-and-roll attitude for a nonstop high-energy performance. CT originated in 2000 as a musical project among local drummers and percussionists from the rock scene in Albuquerque.
RELEASES: Santo Tambor, 2002
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Cristen Grey and the Moving Dunes
Contact: Cristen Grey
Web site: www.cristengrey.com
DESCRIPTION: In the fall of 2002 Cristens debut release of 'Just a little Reminder' sold over 1000 copies at venues all over the state from house concerts to some of New Mexico's favorite venues. Shortly after, Cristen Grey and the Moving Dunes emerged. As a result, the band is being recognized as one of the states premier talents. 'Just a little Reminder' was nominated for 'Album of the Year' at the 2002 New Mexico Industry MIC Awards. Cristen also placed as a finalist in the New Mexico Giant Star competition in 2003, held at the NM State Fair. Cristen and the Moving Dunes placed as semi-finalist in the international 2004 Billboard Magazine Independent Music World Series (IMWS) competition.
Cristen, along with her musical partner Brian Widger are currently engineering and producing the second CD which is scheduled to be released sometime in 2007. So what does Cristen Grey and the Moving Dunes sound like? Kinda' like Alanis Morissette, Sheryl Crow, Melissa Etheridge all mixed together like a cool summer smoothie! The band is: Cristen Grey (lead vocals/rhythm & lead guitars), Brian Widger (backing Vocals/rhythm & lead guitars), Susan Hyde-Holmes (bass) and Peter Williams (drums).
RELEASES: Just a little Reminder, 2002
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Crossroads
Contact: Phil Baca or Joy Baca
Web site: www.crmusic.net
DESCRIPTION: Crossroads is Albuquerque's power band and specializes in a variety music. The band originated in 1993 in Albuquerque and is managed by the bass player, Phil Baca. Phil has been a musician and recording engineer for approximately 30 years. The members are combined from the Albuquerque area and throughout New Mexico with an average of 15 years' experience performing professionally.
The music played ranges from rancheras, boleros, cumbias and salsa to country, rock, funk and oldies. With the band containing a three-piece horn section and such a powerful sound, they have been described as a Tejano Tower of Power and as an orchestra.
For booking information, please contact Phil or Joy Baca at (505)
897-3465 or e-mail us at GrupoCrossroads@yahoo.com.
RELEASES: "Culture Walk," 1997, "Nuevo Caminos, " 2000.
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Roger Dale
Contact: Roger Dale
Description: Dale has been a regular at Solid Grounds Coffee House in St. Stephen's Methodist Church. He writes all of his own material, which is a mixture of Americana and Christian music. "There's a Song Somewhere" contains 14 original compositions. Musicians who sat in with Dale on the release include Texas fiddler Dale Morris and folk artist Susan Clark.
Releases: "There's a Song Somewhere."
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Dark Truth
Contact: Drew Lucero
Description: Dark Truth, a five-piece band, records and performs all original music, fusing heavy metal with "melodic moods" and "a gothic twist."
Releases: "667: Neighbor of the Beast," "Rythmic Sound of Crushing Bone."
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Dear Oceana
Contact: Hendrik Vaandrager
Web site
DESCRIPTION: Dear Oceana is a five piece post-harcore group providing a blend of hardcore, and Indie dance beats, that creates a unique sound that cannot be heard from any bands around.
Releases: Self Titled E.P., The Earthday E.P. and an upcoming release by fall of 2007.
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Death of a God
Contact: Alex Jack
Web site
DESCRIPTION: We are a death/technical metal band and our infuences are Trivium, Arch Enemy, God Forbid and Lamb of God.
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The Delta Devils
Contact: Jake Lauritzen
Web site
DESCRIPTION: Renowned for their mellow sound, a love for the classic blues, jazz and vintage R&B tones inspired these musicians to start The Delta Devils -- a group that can be found playing their exciting brand of music in the clubs up and down historic Route 66. But that doesn't keep the Delta Devils from traveling the other highways and byways of the blues.
Photos available at www.deltadevils.net/photos.html
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Dirtheadz
Contact: Rick Artiaga
Web site
Description: These are your emcees for the new millenium. It started 6 years ago when three (Profit, Dreeg, and Physics) got together with three others (Vengence, KevLee, and Dj Noble) to form a collective called Dirthead Productions. Dirtheadz is still together, but has branched off to different camps. Vengence and Kev Lee are now with Street Soul and have solo projects coming out this summer. Dj Noble now reps Vinyl Pushers and works for KissFM. As for Physics, Profit, and Dreeg they're still pushing the Dirtheadz name and have an album out. Dirtheadz-The Movement has opened up for several headlining acts like: Nas, Black Eyed Peas, B-Real of Cypress Hill, Tony Touch, J-Live, Shapeshifters plus others... Again they are a new breed of emcees who are out to relate with their listeners in the daily struggles of life. So for all you real heads who hate your 9 to 5's and feel you need to escape, feast your ears on this!
Releases: Dirtheadz Presents: The Movement (2005)
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Dirty Modine
Contact: D. Hubbard
Web site
DESCRIPTION: Dirty Modine came together in early 2003 to play one benefit concert for the police and firefighters in Rio Rancho. The band was then named Assault and had five members. They had so much fun playing together that they decided to continue as a band. After one of the guitarists left, the members changed the name to Dirty Modine, after a dirty warehouse and a space heater. The band plays rock & roll music from the 1970s, 1980s, 1990s to current artists like Velvet Revolver and Nickelback. Dirty Modine has several original songs and are always working on new material. They will play from one hour to four hours as they have over 60 songs in their repertoire. The band members are all over 30 years old and all have been musicians for numerous years. Band members are: James Harris on vocals and rhythm guitar, David Hubbard on bass, Gary Pals II on guitar and Tim Bielenberg on drums.
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The Dirty Novels
Contact: Pablo Novelas
Web site
Description: Rock and Roll in the tradition and attitude of 1960's Mod and 1970's Punk rock with the sensibilities of today's Indie rockers. Think The Kinks, think New York Dolls, think The Libertines.
Releases: Self-titled EP (2004), Stealing Kisses (2004/06), Pack Your Pistols (2007)
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Donna Christine y Rique con Sus Aguilas
Contact: Ernest Sedillo
Description: A variety of songs, anywhere from spanish to country, to disco, rock, oldies, some funk.We have performed at different functions. Such as conventions,fiestas, downtown Summer Fest, wedding, anniversaries, banquets, many different functions. We do have our own sound system.
Releases: We are currently on our third CD, soon to be released.
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Donohoe & Grimes
Contact: Michael Grimes / Jeff Donohoe
Web site
Description: Donohoe & Grimes is an acoustic duo made up of Jeff Donohoe on acoustic bass/vocals and Michael Grimes on acoustic guitar/vocals. Playing acoustic pop/rock and folk covers from the 60's to the present, they perform regularly at many local establishments in the Albuquerque area, including Sandia Bowl Lounge, Molly's in Tijeras and Kokopelli's in Cedar Crest. With strong, tight harmonies reminiscent of the Beatles or Simon & Garfunkel they have a surprisingly full sound for a 2-man act in part due to Donohoe's ability to play lead on an instrument usually relegated to background accompaniment.
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Driveline
Contact: Sarrett Williams
Description: Heavy metal with style and the sound to bring it to the stage.
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Dust & Blood
Contact: Joe Gregory
Web site
Description: Dark rock music in the vein of Smashing Pumpkins, A Perfect Circle, Catherine Wheel and Depeche Mode.
Releases: Tour-only e.p.
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efesar
Contact: K. Alexander
Web site
Description: efesar is an electronic musician from albuquerque who combines the styles of ambient, trance, dance, club, electronica, industrial electronic, darkwave and experimental noise.
The music, a robust combination of analog, digital and organic instruments, is suffused with fat rhythms, thoughtful lyrics and fluid ambient melodies.
Releases: [LPs] the somnambulist's dream, missing the last part, ophanim, transience, soulwell, imps ogres and valkyries, hallucinations fire play.
[Comps] Red Letter Records Compilation Vol. A, burque luv volumes 1-5, subcon.01
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Ethereal Glow
Contact: Greg Baldridge
Description: A modern take on punk, folk and spanish rock, ethereal glow mixes these with a dark style of writing to create their own unique style.
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Evading Alastor
Contact: Justin Balthrop
Web site
Description: Evading Alastor's music is difficult to describe. It's familiar yet unexpected, comforting at times and painfully honest at others. Their lyrics are sometimes serious and introspective, sometimes carefree. The two lead singers take turns singing and writing songs, which gives their music a diverse flavor. However, their shared musical influence from artists like Toad the Wet Sprocket, Coldplay, Counting Crows, John Mayer, U2 and the Police gives the music coherence as well. Most of Evading Alastor's songs are largely driven by acoustic guitar and memorable vocal melodies, but there is also a strong modern rock presence in the bass, drums, and electric guitar.
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EXIT 195
Contact: Mike Meister
Description: EXIT 195 is an exciting three-piece group that plays throughout the greater Albuquerque area and throughout Valencia County. Country, new and classic; classic rock; Spanish songs and blues and R&B. If you can dance to it we'll play it. Mike plays drums and sings, Ross plays guitar and sings and Tomas plays bass and sings. Private parties, clubs, and get togethers of all kinds.
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Ex Post Facto
Contact: Jordan DiMaggio
Web site
Description: Ex Post Facto is an rock band that formed in 2003 as a garage band. We quickly evolved into the professional sounding band we are today by playing shows and practicing. We are a band that grabs many styles from many genres of music: jazz, Latin, metal, alternative, indie, and experimental are all types of music we adore and incorporate into our band. If you ever need someone to play a show, we are your guys.
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Fast Heart Mart
Contact: Robyn Wagoner
Web site
Description: Fast Heart Mart is an acoustic street performer with a very loyal fan base of smart, sincere folks who have great sensse of humor. In trying to describe Fast Heart Mart's style, some people have said he reminds them of early Violent Femmes, Beck, Pixies, Modest Mouse and Jonathan Richman. He plays acoustic guitar in alternate tunings with a slide. He also plays harmonica and sings songs about dropping out of society, the splendor of the Southwestern United States, quitting his job and insects! Some of the songs have an East Indian influence, some are more Celtic and some are alt-country or punk. He even uses hip-hop rhythms and rhymes as he sings from a non-judgemental, unique and witty outlook. He is currently playing in a duo with Roblyn Crawford on snare, high hats and backing vocals.
Releases:
2000-Heart And Soul (out of print), 2001-Hobos In Limbo (Little Kiss Records), 2003-The Movie Theater (out of print), 2005-Arrhythmia-Documentary (Media Ikonz), 2005-The Red Record (Mutant Mariachi Records), 2006-The Orange Album (due April 21st on Mutant Mariachi Records).
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Fat City
Contact: Robert Blea
Web site
Description: Fat City is a 7-piece group that plays a wide variety of music but stays true to their roots of R&B. The two main vocalists are Jenna Martinez and Michael Herndon. Roland Smith does vocals and plays bass. The rest of the band: Pete Cockroft sings and plays keyboards & trumpet, Rod Aragon sings and plays guitar & keyboards, Eddie Garcia on drums and Robert Blea on sax & keyboards. This is a high energy dance band, no matter what style the band is playing, so people are either dancing or hollering to the music.
Releases: "Fat City" which was produced by the band with all original material except two of the 11 songs.
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Felonious Groove Foundation
Contact: Cali Soberanes
Web site
Description: N.M.'s premier retro-funk contingent incorporates Latin, hip-hop and jazz resulting in a party oriented, high-octane, unforgettable musical experience. Award winning songwriting, chicken-scratch guitars and turntables, slap bass, 70's breakbeats and punchy saxophones are F.G.F.
Releases: "Brand Name Funk" - 2000, Felonious Groove Foundation
"Sixth Dynasty" - 2003, Felonious Groove Foundation (Winner 2004, NMMIA music award: Best Production in Hip-Hop for "C-Spot."); Top Ten Playlist CMJ music magazine, 2003 on CMJ affiliate KUNM 89.9 and KTAO 101.9
"Great, Great, Great Gran' Pa?" 2004, Skinnyfat; Hip-hop side project; winner of NMMIA: Best Production in Rap for "Live Local Music Scene."
"Paper Tiger" - 2005, Felonious Groove Foundation
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Fifth Avenue Band w/Charlene Cochran
Contact: Charlene Cochran
Web site
DESCRIPTION: The Fifth Avenue Band w/Charlene Cochran specializes in swing, oldies, big band, Motown, popular country, blues and ballads for wedding receptions, anniversaries, clubs, fundraisers and more. Charlene & her talented musicians can provide instrumental and vocal selections for your cocktail hour, entertain you during dinner and provide great music for dancing.
The Fifth Avenue Band is award winning, professional and surprisingly affordable. For the elegant answer to your entertainment question, please call 301-216-2120 or email
fifthaveband@hotmail.com for a free demo CD and promotional package.
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Flipside
Contact: Tim Francia
Web site
DESCRIPTION: FLIPSIDE is a variety band specializing in the music of the '60s, '70s, and '80s. We do country, classic rock, classic R&B, and Spanish.
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Forrest & the Tree Huggers
Contact: Forrest Evans
Description: Ranging from jazz to Celtic to rock, this band covers tunes from many styles and plays it's own eclectic originals. Instrumentation includes electric bass, flutes and saxes, guitars and hammered dulcimers, and outstanding vocals by Forrest Evans and Vidia Wesenlund. Band members have been in many bands locally, including Saha World Telegraph, Voodoo Revue, Rivercane, Los Radiators, Sh'cane, and others. Expect unusual arrangements and haunting vocals. They have been heard on stage at city events, the Flying Star, Relaxations, and the Blue Dragon.
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Frostbite
Contact: Isidro (Sid) Garcia
Web site
Description: Frostbite has been together 2 years with our new line-up. We sing harmonies with various styles of music. Frostbite is here to stay! Come ride this wave we call Frostbite!!
Releases: Self-titled "Frostbite"
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Full Moon
Contact: John Gonzales
Web site
Description: Full Moon is a fun-oriented classic rock cover band. They play bars, benefits and private parties at "a price that will be hard to believe." Among the artists they cover are Bad Company, Georgia Satellites, Billy Joel and ZZ Top.
Take a look
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Full Tilt
Contact: Charlie Gravelee
Description: Mostly '70s and some '80s all classic, danceable Rock and Roll
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George W. & the Evil Doers
Contact: Chris Valencia
Description: George W is a desert rock roadhouse band playing obscure covers from Fats Domino, Steve Earle, The Doors, Grateful Dead, Junior Brown, Johnny Cash and others.
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The Giranimals
Contact: Maurice Crandall
Web site
Description: The Giranimals are an indie pop band with sweet, lilty female vocals, warm sounds, and pretty melodies.
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Gluey Brothers
Contact: Jim Robinson
Description: The Gluey Brothers mix performance art, music and sexual energy. They say a show is a lot more fun to watch than it is to describe.
Take a listen
Take a listen
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GoMotorCar
Contact: Leonard Apodaca
Web site
Description: The four members' dark, ethereal sound relies on dynamic changes, switches in time signature and unpredictable lyrical routes to keep audiences captivated and intrigued. Consequently, GoMotorCar is not a fill-in-the-blank rock band. GoMotorCar expects to captivate the Southwest and beyond in 2001 with its dark and daring approach.
Releases: "Thanks For Sharing My Head" (Socyermom Records)
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Graceless Age
Contact: Jerry McGraw
Web site
Description: The band says, "Think the Eagles, think Steve Earle, think Lynyrd Skynyrd." For that matter, think everything from Brooks and Dunn to the Offspring. They say they're more interested in relating to an audience than in finding a recording deal.
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Michael Graye
Contact: Kathleen Galbraith
Web site
Description: Michael Graye is a singer, songwriter, pianist who plays contemporary folk, jazz and a little rock. Michael is accompanied on several songs by bassist, Cody Winning and drummer, Erin Wilson. This is a group with great rhythm, depth and vision.
Releases: Passerby (GrayeScale Music) in June 2005
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The Ground Beneath
Contact: Steve Civerolo
Web site
Description: The Ground Beneath is a new rock band out of Albuquerque that exploded seemingly out of nowhere in 2003. The band consists of Mike Karlstrum, Steve Civerolo, David Eiffert and Jesse McDermott. They currently have five tracks done and are shopping their demo out to record companies. The band plans studio time to start work on a real silver disc. The Ground Beneath consists of former and current members of Tigris, Unbecoming, Dreams In Grey, Old Man Shattered, Struck Blind, Simple Poets and UTOPIAN, and it regularly plays and hangs with Seven of 9, Dirge, Soular, Old Man Shattered and more.
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Group Therapy
Contact: Noel Chervenak
DESCRIPTION: Rock, R&B and Blues. Playing together in the Albuquerque area for over 25 years, monthly at Molly's, this band is loaded with New Mexico talent. Noel Chervenak, guitar and vocals, Hank Wickham, guitar and vocals, Tina Chervenak, vocals, Chris Cordova, keyboard and vocals, Fred Ryde, drums and Scott Tregembo, bass. Come hear one of the best kept secrets in the area.
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Grupo Eclipse
Contact: Ray Montoya
DESCRIPTION: Grupo Eclipse has been together about 10 years and our home base is Clovis. We play tejano, norteno, conjunto, tejano country, oldies, r&b. The 5-piece band is made up of: Ray Montoya (manager & lead vocalist), Andy Montoya (accordian & back-up vocals), Herb Lindsey (drummer), Roy Valdez (bass guitar), Mack Saiz (guitar & bajo sexto). Available for any occasion. Keep a look out for this hot tejano band who has opened for Ruben Ramos, Emilo, Eddie Gonzales, Grupo Vida, Los Palominos and David Lee Garza. Grupo Eclipse contributes time for the Lord's Blessings Relay for Life, MDA, Fiesta's, charities, etc.
RELEASES: 1st release Yo La Quise/Un Cachito, 2nd mix tape demo with original country (Taking a
Chance) and a full album is in progress with completion and release date TBA.
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Grupo Maldad
Contact: Fabian Anaya
DESCRIPTION: Grupo Maldad, from Roswell, is a four-piece band that plays tejano, norteno, conjunto, and regional Mexican music.
RELEASES: Por Ti. Also in the works: Alejate Mujer
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Grupo Zafiro
Contact: Chuy Sanchez
Description: Grupo Zafiro is composed of four youths and two adults: Marecella Sanchez, 17, lead vocals; Mickey Sanchez, 15, keyboards and guitar; Stefan Cantu, 15, drums; Jesus Cantu, 21, bass; and Chuy Sanchez, percussion; Jesus Cantu Sr., keyboards, guitar and vocals. The band in summer 2004 is working on its second CD. Music includes Mexican, cumbias and international. Grupo Zafiro is considered one of the youngest Mexican bands of New Mexico.
Releases: Original song, "Reyna de Corazones," is being played on Radio Sol and other radio stations "Hoy" Ranchera song has been played on KKNW.
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Guy Nix and The Best in the West
Contact: Guy Nix
Web site
Very current Top-40 country cover band -- with some of the classic greats mixed in. With both male and female lead vocals, we can bring you the very best of what's playing on your radio today. From Sugarland to Josh Turner, Toby Kieth to Taylor Swift. Check us out!
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E. Christina Herr
Contact: E. Christina Herr
Web site
Description: Lullabies and Cautionary Tales ~ Western Gothic Folk Rock ~ Atmospheric & Dynamic ~ Acoustic & Electric ~ Solo ~ Duo ~ Full Band ~ Singer ~ Songwriter ~ Musician ~ Guitars ~ Bass ~ Martin H. Rowell ~ Guitars ~ Various Drummers
Releases: Work in progress planned release for the end of 2007
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Hit Parade
Contact: Gary Gabaldon
Description: We are Albuquerque NM's hottest rock band! Featuring the best musicians in town playing all of your favorite songs. This 4-piece band has been a top draw since it's start in May 2004. Our refreshing selection of cover tunes sets us apart from other rock bands on the scene. Our soaring vocals, dual guitar attack and incredibly solid rhythm section is an Albuquerque favorite. All hits. All night.
Hit Parade is: Tom Gutierrez (lead vocals, lead guitar), Mike Pierce (lead guitar, backing vocals), John Fernandez (bass guitar, lead/backing vocals) and Gary Gabaldon (Drums).
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Holiday Sail
Contact: Rob Nakai
Web site
Description: Born a chilly New Mexico night in Albuquerque during the Winter of 2004, Holiday Sail was given its name and summoned to save The Earth from certain annihilation. Boasting some of the finest musicians the desert has to offer, Holiday Sail's current line-up solidified in the summer of '05 and they have been rocking ever since. Leading our cast of characters is vocalist/acoustic-guitarist Minie (also of The Minie Gonzalez Band), with bassist Zoltan (also of The Old Main and The Zoltan Trio), drummer Gus (also of The Cranks) and vocalist/guitarist Rob.
Setting forth on the idea that music is a nebulous organism, their sound has been
not-so-simply described as: "...Alt-Folk Pop Punk Hardcore (Radio Mike of www.thefeveredbrainofradiomike.com)." That's about as succinct as youll get it, folks, because there's no formula. Each song exists as its own creature and grows how it needs to grow.
Releases: Rock Outside The Box Vol. 2 (2005)
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Iron Chiwawa
Contact: John Culbertson
Web site
Description: Iron Chiwawa is a high energy Albuquerque-based bluesy, funky, rock & roll band providing the absolute best entertainment value for your club, corporate event, private party or concert venue.
Music performed spans decades from the '60s, '70s, '80s & today, specializing in a wide variety of music (with some rarely played favorites). Comprised of some of the finest players in the Albuquerque music scene, each Iron Chiwawa show provides professional sound and attitude, giving you the best in entertainment for your event.
Iron Chiwawa is perfect for:
Clubs, Opening for headliner acts, Corporate events, Casinos, Dinner dances, Grand openings, Banquets, Christmas parties, Weddings, Private parties, Corporate functions, Festivals, Community events, Conventions, Hotels, Resorts, Reunions, Country clubs, Awards nights, Anniversaries, Support or backup for any touring artist and much more!
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Jag
Contact: Noe Licon
DESCRIPTION: R & B, Blues and Rock. Performs locally, having played in Austin and Dallas, Texas; New Orleans, Louisiana; Los Angeles, California; Denver, Colorado; and Atlanta, Georgia. CD ("I Didn't Know") features 13 original tunes influenced by BB King, Joe Cocker, James Brown and others. Available for private parties or club engagements. Features soloist, singer, songwriter and recording artist Jag (Noe Licon).
RELEASES: 13-song CD "I Didn't Know" with He's a Hoe, Baby Come Home, Get Up off your Knees, I Didn't Know, I'm Gonna Miss You, The Way You Love Me, I Ain't Gonna Share My Love, Stay Away Crazy Woman, Leave Me Alone, I Never Should Have Told You, A Little Tear, Why I Believe, & American Warriors.
QUESTIONS: Jag's song "American Warriors" was recognized by President Bush, the American Red Cross, VFW, the American Legion and the Veterans Administration for the tribute to the troops in Iraq.
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The Jamburglars
Contact: Daniel Newsom
Web site
Description: The Jamburglars wish to invite Miles Davis, Bird, Soulive, Galactic, Frank Sinatra, Led Zeppelin, Santana, Mozart, G. Love, Jimi Hendrix and Bela Fleck to come jam out to help us recreate the sound the Jamburglars encompass.
Releases: MauvelWide (August 2004), Mija (Coming Soon)
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The James Douglas Show
Contact: Marco Nunez
Web site
Description: In the few short years since its inception The James Douglas Show has worked hard at breaking the mold of adult contemporary music. Cooking up a unique hybrid of R&B, rock, funk & smooth jazz only comparable to artists like Sade, Seal, Hall & Oates and Prince. The J.D.S is in good company. From the swampy "Intro" to the pulsing "Baby I Know", the emotional "Forever" and the ever sexy "Inside." This is music for the most discerning music lover as well as a soundtrack to the lives of the fun-loving young at heart.
After spending much of the last two years recording and touring The James Douglas Show has earned a reputation as being one of the most dynamic and exciting groups on the map. The J.D.S. captures the hearts of young and old at every destination and in every genre. "Our music has no boundries. We welcome all ages, genders, races, whatever, we want to play for everyone on the planet" says James Douglas of the bands basic goal. "The stage is where we come alive."
Releases: It's All About You (2003), Garden City Music (2006).
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Roger Jameson and the Jaded Hearts Band
Contact: Dave Williams
Web site
Description: Truly music best presented live in some dark, smoky desert cafË, Jameson's story telling takes us into the arms of love, at times pulling us tragically away before our desire can be satisfied. Stories of human emotion, personal journeys, and tribulation within the soul project Jameson's songs into a colorful vision of the shades of gray that lie deep within all of us. Each lyric, each song brings him one step closer to something lost, something he's been searching for, something he still may find along the way. Welcome to the music and poetry of Roger Jameson.
Releases: The Great Compromise
The Reno Diaries
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The Jimmy Stadler Band
Contact: Jimmy Stadler
Web site
Description: The Jimmy Stadler Band is a well established group that has been performing full time for over 15 years here in New Mexico. Jimmy is based out of Taos and has been voted #1 band in Taos for 7 years in a row by the Taos News readers' poll. Playing a variety of music for numerous occasions every year; nightclubs, weddings and corporate events mainly; they also perform their originals which are requested nightly. High positive energy and excellent musicianship is how the Jimmy Stadler band has been described. Their new CD "Sagebrush Alley" features 13 new songs and features legendary keyboardist Bill Payne from the great American band "Little Feat" on "The Big Easy", a song about the revival of New Orleans!
Releases: Jimmy Stadler and the Colliders 1996, Jimmy Stadler: "New Man" 2000, The Jimmy Stadler Band: "Sagebrush Alley" 2005.
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Wayne Wesley Johnson (solo guitar)
Contact: Wayne Wesley Johnson
Web site
Description: "Wayne Wesley Johnson is a fine guitarist & a fine drummer, too!"
-- Legendary guitarist Les Paul at the Iridium, NYC
World class guitarist and internationally recognized, this award winning guitarist performs on acoustic, electric, nylon & steel string guitars and guitar synthesizer in a variety of musical styles and genres. A pioneer of the 'New Sound of Santa Fe' and 'Jazzamenco', the artist performs in thumbpicking, fingerstyle, and flatpicking styles...playing jazz, world, new age, latin & rumba flamenca and with classical techniques. Wayne is currently a guitar instructor and member of the faculty of the Santa Fe Community College. In addition to his concert, corporate and private performances, Wayne has also become known by many as Santa Fe's Premier Wedding Guitarist, in high demand for both ceremonies and receptions, alike.
Releases: Hypnotic Safari Wayne Wesley Johnson & Ruben Romero (Wannadu), Canciones del alma Songs from the Soul by Wayne Wesley Johnson (Wannadu), Flamenco Flavors by Wayne Wesley Johnson & Ruben Romero (IAGO/Talking Taco) and Flamenco Festival by Wayne Wesley Johnson & Ruben Romero (Narada/Hallmark)
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Juntos Unidos
Contact: Paul Lopez
Web site
Description: Juntos Unidos is a variety band from Albuquerque. They have gone through some changes with band members over the years, but the music people have come to love still plays on. Whether playing New Mexico-style music, country, oldies, or old school, Juntos Unidos always leaves the crowd standing in amazement and wanting more. One thing the band prides itself on is its desire to provide the best possible music with the highest level of professionalism.
In 2003, Juntos Unidos received the distinct pleasure of recording a commercial spot for the New Mexico Lottery promoting the Powerball game. Desi, Jr., Desi Sr., Paul, and Vince starred in the piece that aired for the period of one year. Although 3 of the 4 commercial stars are no longer with the band, Juntos Unidos is still recognized as that band from the lottery commercial.
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Killingracy
Contact: Joe Sena
Web site
Description: Killingracy was formed in the winter of 2005 with Chris Aguilar on vocals Greg Hutson on bass, Eddy Harshbarger on drums and Joe Sena on guitar. Killingracy, started off only playing originals and did so for the first two years they were together and played clubs such as The Launch Pad, Rally's and other downtown venues, and also played events in Roswell and had great receptions from these dates. Killingracy wanted to expand and to be able to not only play the original scene in New Mexico, but wanted to play the cover scene as well. Killingracy, does not consider themselves to be a cover band or an original band, but a rock band that is trying to create a name for itself.
Releases: Self titled Ep, availble at Web site.
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Kotze
Contact: Kid Reed
Description: Kotze is nothing more than a bunch of drunk punks who are sick of not using the talent they wish they had.....
Releases: Kotze Uprising
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Kronic Obsession
Contact: Jude Luna
Description: Kronic Obsession has been playing music together for more than 8 years. The band released a full LP titled "Coming Down" in 2001. After a hiatus, Kronic Obsession was back together in 2003 and 2004 to perform throughout the Albuquerque area. As of now, Kronic Obsession is getting ready to head back into the studio to record an EP of brand new material and to get ready to start work on its second full-length album, "Fall Sessions."
Releases: "Coming Down"- 2001
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Las Florecitas con Estylo
Contact: Loretta Maito
Description: We are an eight piece band from Albuquerque, New Mexico playing a variety of music such as ranchera, tejano, cumbias, polkas, country, hip hop and some original music. Las Florecitas, Jessica and Vanessa, have been nominated for three awards by the New Mexico Hispano Entertainers Association as well as performing several times on television with their band Estylo.
Releases: Yo No Me Caso Compadre, No Aguanto Mas, Golpe Traidor, Hay Que Saber Vivir, Mejor No Vuelvas
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La Jovencita, aka Ernestine Romero
Contact: Ernestine or Willie Romero
Description: Ernestine Romero, "La Jovencita," and the Romero DJ have been performing for six years throughout New Mexico, Colorado, and are scheduled to perform at Universal City, Calif., on June 17, 2001. La Jovencita sings and dances rancheras, cumbias, country, rock and pop for different occasions. She has been nominated at the NNHMA and has her own sound system.
Releases: First release at age 11, Requerdos.
Second release should be out by May 25, 2001, Siempre.
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Latin Passion
Contact: Jesse Parra 505-907-6616 or Eloy Romero 715-0797
Description: Latin Passion is a 5 piece variety band based in the Albuquerque area. Latin Passion specializes in N.M. style music, to include rancheras, cumbias, country, rock 'n' roll, and old school dance. Latin Passion is made up of founder Jesse Parra who plays bass guitar and sings back-up vocals. Eloy Romero plays rhythm guitar and sings lead vocals. Lupe Armijo plays lead guitar and does back-up vocals. Antoinette Abeyta sings lead vocals and plays percussion. Jerry Garcia plays drums, congas, and also does back-up vocals. Latin Passion is available for your next company party, wedding, birthday, anniversary, graduation, or any other event. If you have any questions or want to know where we are playing, please call Jesse at 907-6616 or 242-4016 or Eloy at 715-0797 or 315-3320.
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Le Chat Lunatique
Contact: Jared Putnam
Web site
Description: The type of music that Le Chat Lunatique plays is a combination of Gypsy Swing, Western Swing and anything else that we damn well please. Filthy Jazz is our forte! All of this madness came about due to John Sandlin and Muni Kulasinghe's mutual love for the great Hot Club of France, a gypsy swing group from 1940's Paris, which included the combined genius of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grapelli. Jared Putnam's western swing background has fused istelf into the mix and given us a fine repertoire of classic western swing tunes. In the meantime Fernando Garavito's latin background has seeped into the rhytmic pallet and given us a formidable groove.
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Spankey Lee
Contact: Spankey Lee
Web site
Description: Spankey Lee has been pleasing crowds with his guitar playing and vocals since his career as a musician began at the age of 14. Spankey Lee has performed from the east coast to the west. Although Spankey has starred in various Albuquerque bands, playing rock to swing on instruments ranging from banjo to upright bass, the guitar is his first love. His solo work adapts to accompany a noisy bar or an atmosphere of fine dining with a wide variety of styles classic and modern, including jazz, folk, rock, blues, swing, and easy listening. A self-contained one-man show, Spankey owns all the equipment necessary for professional lighting and sound at any venue, be it a large public concert or an intimate backyard party. With a constantly expanding play list that currently includes over 250 songs, Spankey Lee is a seasoned musician and can accommodate many requests. Available for restaurants, bars, nightclubs, special events, company parties, weddings, barbecues, and holidays; Also available, concert lighting, PA sound, and laser light shows along with sales and service for permanent installations. Call 328-5273 for booking and availability.
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Left Brain
Contact: John Allen
Web site
Description: Left Brain was formed in September, 2005. In a short amount of time, the band has risen to a prominent position in the Albuquerque and New Mexico music scene, played over 50 shows, and earned a reputation as one of the hardest working local bands. In January 2007, the 7-song EP "Bury the Facade" was released and the singles "Take What You Need" and "Arisen" have received consistent rotation on 104.7FM The Edge. Another song from the album, "The Cleansing," was also featured on GarageBand.com's Alternative Metal front page because of a high number of favorable reviews on the band's page. In April of 2007 Left Brain was voted 2nd Place for 'Best Metal Band" and 3rd Place for "Best New/Emerging Band" in Alibi Magazine - Best of Albuquerque 2007. In May of 2007 Left Brain won 2 New Mexico Music Awards for "Best Rock-Metal" and "Best Artist's Website".
Releases: Demo - 2006 - Son Set Beach Studios
EP - "Bury The Facade" - 2007 - Sight 16 Studios
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Leiahdorus
Contact: Darla VanWinkle
Web site
Description: What began as a little boy tinkering away at a piano has since evolved into Leiahdorus -- an electronica band with evocative lyrics of adoration intertwined with piano, lush synthesizers, and electric guitar. Officially formed in 1998, Leiahdorus consisted of Jason Smith on piano and vocals, Fox Fletcher on guitar, and D.J. Casares on drums. In 2000, by a chance mutual friendship, Jason's demo fell into the hands of Joey Belville (The Echoing Green), who in turn produced a three-track demo for submission to the independent label, A Different Drum. Jason was instantly signed to a full album deal. In 2003, keyboardist Darla VanWinkle joined the band, and went on to co-write the sophomore album, "Parallel Universe," released in 2005. With distribution throughout the US and Europe, along with performances across the country, Leiahdorus has progressed ever forward, transcending the electronica genre to achieve a more well-rounded identity.
Releases: Wake (single, released 2001)
Ashes, Ashes (full-length album, released 2002), Indigent (single, release 2002)
Parallel Universe (full-length album, released 2005), Kiss On The Telephone (single, released 2005)
all released through A Different Drum
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Lizards and Daisies
Contact: Blake Martin
Description: Lizards and Daisies is a fabulous new Alternative/General band with a recently released CD. Their new release, "Incognito", is now available.
Releases: "Incognito" is now available.
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Los Consentidos Del Norte
Contact: Martin Alcoverde, (520) 839-9394 in Tucson, or Chino Rodriguez at (678) 523-6160 in Atlanta.
Web site
Description: Norteno Music to its finest, this is a real Mexican band, performing cumbias, rancheras and other dancable songs, all in Spanish. If you need a Norteno band, we will travel. We have our own sound system, but it will be extra. We perform for clubs, private affairs, etc.
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Los Primos
Contact: Juan Lucero
Web site
Description: This all acoustic group plays traditional Mexican acoustic music in the "Mariachi" and "Trio" style. Audiences in the Albuquerque and Santa Fe area are amazed by the energy which they project into their music and their beautiful 3-part harmony. They specialize in the romantic tradition of the "Serenata."
Releases: "De la Frontera"
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Los Radiators
Contact: Ric Dorin
Web site
Description: Variety music from the heart of New Mexico, acoustically oriented, great vocals and harmonies, fine for listening and dancing. Music includes country, folk, blues, jazz, Motown, rock, and Spanish. Duo, trio, quartet, or 5-piece depending on space, budget.
Releases: 1st release in process...
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Lotus
Contact: Steve Brittenham
Description: Blossoming forth via Albuquerques West Side is Lotus, a fresh musical group specializing in a colorful variety of Reggae, Rock, Latin jazz, Blues and R&B tones.
Sowing the seeds of this musical bouquet are vocalist Virgie Marquez, bassist/vocalist Al Mestas, keyboardist/vocalist Steve Brittenham, drummer/percussionist Aaron Manzanares, guitarist Mont, and percussionist Mike Maestas—all veterans of other Albuquerque bands.
Originally formed early in 1999, this Lotus lineup became complete in the summer of 2004. Like a chameleon adapting to match its surroundings, the group is incredibly dynamic, tailoring its musical approach and energy to fit the specifics of each musical situation. Whether performing at crowded clubs such as Assets Grille or Neds Downtown, or special events like a Wild Oats Market grand opening, the group proves to be a crowd pleaser time and again. The group has also performed at charity functions, such as the Make-A-Wish Foundation benefits at Jokers Pub, as well as private affairs.
Lotus band members are continually expanding and refining their repertoire, writing and recording new, original music, and applying their unique interpretation to familiar covers of Bob Marley, Santana, Big Mountain, Iguanas, Al Green, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Peter Gabriel, The Beatles...
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Love & Money Junkies
Contact: Natalie
Web site
Description: The Love & Money Junkies are New Mexico's Progressive Old School Rockers! They have been a band since 1992 and have just put out their 2nd album, "Sittin' n' Wonderrin'." Their unique and classic sound makes them one of New Mexico's favorite old school rock bands.
Releases: Lessons From The Womb, Sittin' n' Wonderrin'
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Lower Than Dirt
Contact: Scott Salvas
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Description: Lower Than Dirt (LTD) hails from Albuquerque and was officially born January 2005. LTD's sound ranges from aggressive to melodic, both musically and vocally. Although LTD would be classified as a metalcore band, it's sound encompasses all of the best elements of old school metal, contemporary metal, hardcore, and a touch of screamo. LTD is comparable to bands such as Killswitch Engage, Poison The Well, and Mudvayne, but the combination of the diverse influences of each member have created a truly unique metal sound. The band prides itself on a very energetic stage performance and keeping the crowd involved at all times. Finally, Lower Than Dirt is currently gearing up for a busy schedule of shows this summer and is also planning on recording in the near future.
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Ciano Maés
Contact: Ciano Maés
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Description: It's been raining singer/songwriters lately, and Ciano Maés has splashed onto the scene with a fresh new flavor. The Albuquerque native is somewhat of a prodigy, having taught himself how to play piano by age 6, drums by the time he was 11, and guitar by 13. In high school, Ciano performed in several talent shows, which thrust him out from behind his drum kit into the spotlight as a singer songwriter. That taste of the limelight was enough to start Ciano on his way, and from there he began honing his writing and singing skills.
After a brief stint on tour with a cover band, Ciano moved to LA to attend Musician's Institute, and he began playing regular gigs on the club scene. There, he caught the attention of Hollywood producers, publishing companies and local radio. Ciano was asked to perform and record demos to be considered for soundtrack material and has had songs recorded and published by other recording artists. Wanting to focus on his songwriting and not the wants of industry moguls, Ciano moved back to New Mexico to build his studio and fine-tune the creative process.
In the midst of all of this, Ciano has been scouted by several record companies but says, "I'm simply looking for the right situation. It needs to be about the integrity of the songs and delivering great music that has meaning to the listeners.
Ciano is actively producing artists as well as writing songs for his forthcoming CD. Those close to the project are offering much praise (and record companies are taking notice). The highly anticipated release is set to be announced via the www.songkid.com Web site. Stay tuned...
Releases: "Hope for Tomorrow" (EP + Bonus Tracks) released 2003 on Songkid Records.
"So Close" (Sessions w/songwriter Sam Maclay) released 2000 on MP3.com.
"In Joyful Hope" (Rare out of print) released 1997 on MP3.com
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Mariachi Lluvia
Contact: Melissa Vigil
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Description: Mariachi Lluvia plays traditional Mariachi music and is available for any event.
Releases: El Mundo es Mio" is a combined CD made with the band Vengancia.
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Jenny Marlowe
Contact: Jenny Marlowe
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Description: Jenny Marlowe, an aclaimed piano-pop singer/songwriter from Albuquerque, was chosen as one of the finalists in the EXPO New Mexico Talent Showcase. She performs two weekly shows at The Martini Grille (Thursday and Saturday nights) and the newly-formed Jenny Marlowe Band will be appearing on an upcoming TV pilot filmed in New Mexico. She is inspired by artists such as; Nichole Nordeman, Alanis Morissette, and Matt Wertz.
Releases: Demo "Shepherd Studios," 2006
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Memphis P. Tails
Contact: Darin Goldsten
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Description: Rockin' Blues.
Releases: One.
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Michael Francis Trio + Judy Day
Contact: Michael Francis
Web site
Description: Mike Francis has 44 years of professional piano experience and has led various groups for much of that time. Recent accomplishments include composing, arranging and recording the soundtrack for Patrick Mullins' documentary, "Sleuthing Mary Shanley."
His trio band mates are Pepe Carmona, bass and vocals and Ricky Malichi, drums and percussion. Both are seasoned veterans with successful solo careers of their own.
Though considered a swingin' mainstream jazz trio with an extensive Latin repertoire sung in Spanish, the Mike Francis Trio is also an experienced dance/request band, comfortable in a wide variety of styles and rhythms including Pop, Rock, Blues, Oldies, Salsa, Cumbia, Bolero, Cha Cha, Merengue, Bossa Nova, Tango and Samba...
Vocalist Judy Day is personable and classy and is equally at home belting out a blues number, sailing along on an upbeat standard or delivering a sweet ballad.
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Michael Metz Jazz Ensemble
Contact: Michael Metz
Description: The Michael Metz Jazz Ensemble performs in three formations: trio (trumpet, bass, piano), quartet (add drums) and quintet (add sax). The ensemble's music runs the whole world of jazz but focuses on instrumental classic jazz encompassing the era of mainstream jazz of the 1950s and '60s (think early Miles Davis, early John Coltrane, Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers and more). The ensemble's main objective is to play music that is fun and accessible.
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Mike Sanchez & The Wild Bunch
Contact: Mike Sanchez
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Description: Mike Sanchez & The Wild Bunch consists of 8 musicians who specialize in high energy variety music. This group loves to play and it shows!! Mike Sanchez & The Wild Bunch are the recipients of over 20 Latin Music Awards including Song of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year, Instrumental Song of the Year, and Bilingual Song of the Year. You will recognize Mike Sanchez as the guy in the Wild Zoot Suit who has been known to play keyboards with his tongue. He was the keyboard player with his former group Brazada. Saxophone player Ed Sanchez, is the former leader of the group Zozobra and the international group Alma. Mike Sanchez & The Wild Bunch have performed at the Journal Pavilion, television and several videos.
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Million Year Panic
Contact: Sid Garcia
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Description: Million Year Panic is an Albuquerque based melody-driven original rock band. Sometimes a little heavy, sometimes a little mellow, with music somewhere in between Three Doors Down, Tonic, LIVE, Fuel and Train.
John Wall: Vocals
Seth Launer: Guitar, Vocals
Dereld Padilla: Guitar
Ysidro 'Sid' Garcia: Bass, Vocals
Gary Gabaldon: Drums
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Missing Stateside
Contact: Tony Pisa
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Description: We play an ecclectic mix of pop, rock and blues style music from the sixties to today. Influences include music U2, Aerosmith, Matchbox 20, Creed, 3 Doors Down, Lynard Skynard, Night Ranger, Mellencamp, Bryan Adams, Collective Soul, CCR, Steve Miller Band and many more! The band started about 3 years ago in Iceland and is now back in the states! We come from a variety of musical experience background including club/bar gigs, studio recording, etc. We are booking gigs for clubs, special events, festivals, corporate parties, etc.
JD MORGAN: Lead Guitars, Vocals
LARRY (LD) WILLINGHAM: Bass
TONY PISA: Drums, Percussion, Backup Vocals
TONY PLEBANI: Guitars, Lead Vocals
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Mister Scary
Contact: Rick Morrow
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Description: Mister Scary is Albuquerque's premiere high energy '80s metal and modern rock band that also touches on classic rock. With solid vocals and talented players Mister Scary delivers. Attention to detail sets us apart and we always draw well at gigs. With 6 members, we are one of the few bands in this genre with a keyboardist and the ability to have as many as 5 vocal parts if needed -- there is nothing we can't handle.
Releases: EP to be released in summer 2006.
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Mistletoe
Contact: Alex Rose
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Description: Indie pop, indie rock, guitar pop band originally formed in Santa Fe. The members have since packed up and moved the
operation to Albuquerque.
"[Mistletoe] have managed to craft a handful of disarmingly sweet and honest pop songs that listeners can relate to and are
oddly touching." -The Daily Lobo
"Dreamy pop songs full of nostalgic yearning ... evocative and bittersweet" - Listen.com
Releases: "Sorry It's Been So Long" CD EP (June Records)
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Mark S. Moody
Contact: Mark S. Moody
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Description: Moody is a guitar player whose interests range from classical to country to rock, and who also plays other instruments. He's played country and folk in Tennessee, Texas and New Mexico.
Releases: "My Woman Done Left Me," "Green, Green Grass of Home," "Albuquerque Mornin'," "AWOL," "Instrumentally Yours," "Glimpses."
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Mystery School
Contact: Diana Good
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Description: Desert Rock Originals Band with eclectic styles, poignant lyrics, and smooth harmonies. Desert and mystical metaphors evoke social change and personal transformations wrapped in a bed of warm melodies and a collective musical consciousness.
Releases: "Desert Rock" CD available at CDbaby.com
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New Mexico Taiko
Contact: Anita Gallegos
Description: Japanese Drumming Group. The origin of Taiko began in Japan around 2,000 years ago. Taiko, the Japanese word for drum and the name of the art form, has its roots in ancient Japanese tradition and was used in battle, religious ceremonies, for insect control, theater and community festivals.
The group has performed at a variety of events such as festivals, banquets, school functions, anniversary celebrations, community celebrations, martial arts events, weddings, and Summerfest.
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The Next Chapter
Contact: Jeanne Page
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Description: Over the years, audiences everywhere have grown to savor the combination of fiery Celtic reels, hot bluegrass instrumentals and traditional American fiddle tunes coming from the flying fingers of the Page family. Weaving a combination of the old-time favorites with their cutting edge originals yields mile-a-minute numbers that leave you gasping for air and soulful ballads that will bring a tear to your eye. Anyone who attends a Next Chapter concert leaves knowing they have truly experienced something different.
Award-winning vocals are punctuated by lightning-speed leads on hammered dulcimer, banjo, mandolin and bouzouki; and the driving rhythms of bass, bodhran and guitar pull it all together for each breath-taking set. The Next Chapter's explosive and high-energy music of today lays the foundation for the acoustic music of tomorrow.
Releases: The Way or the Road, The Celtic Collection
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Next Of Kin
Contact: Darlene Johnson & Ross Pierce
Description: Next Of Kin from Belen has been together for six years playing in Belen, Los Lunas, Albuquerque and surrounding areas. Playing a wide range of dance music from country classics and new country to classic rock, rhythm & blues and blues plus some Spanish songs. Fronted by Ross Pierce on lead guitar, lead and harmony vocals, Darlene Johnson on bass guitar and vocals, Bob Moya on drums, and Chris Brown on steel guitar. The band enjoys playing for all kinds of get togethers.
Releases: New Faces (2001)
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No Promise!
Contact: John Romero
Description: No Promise! is a five-piece band that plays heavy metal, alternative and hard rock, with a mix of covers and originals. Covers include material from Creed, Oleander, Godsmack, Metallica and Skid Row.
Releases: Five-song CD (only available at shows)
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Nosotros
Contact: Felipe Ruibal
Web site
Description: The sound of Nosotros is original. With the flowing sound of flamenco guitars, the drive of Latin percussion, and exotic sound of Spanish lyrics, the sound is truly theirs.
Nosotros plays to a large fan base throughout the southwest, performing for various music festivals, nightclubs, private bookings, and television/radio programs. They have shared the stage with a variety of world-renowned artists such as Etta James, Lisa Loeb, Dave Mason, and the Gipsy Kings.
Releases: Palomo, 1996; Pico, 2000; Nosotros, 2003
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Old Man Shattered
Contact: Nicole Meyers
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Description: Old Man Shattered is an acclaimed band that calls Albuquerque home. The four piece consists of precise, heart-felt drums by Jesse McDermott, driving bass played by Ben Shaffer, unique and distinguised lead guitar by David Eiffert, and distinctive, emotive vocals and rhythm guitar by singer/songwriter David Meyers. They have played from music festivals in Washington state to the House of Blues in Orlando and have developed an underground following. There most recent release has spawned a hit that charted nationally on the r and r charts and hit #1 in a few markets across the country. They are currently at work on their 3rd release.
Releases: "In Light of Who You Are" - April 2000
"The Other Side of Fear" - July of 2003
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Once Misguided
Contact: Gabe Lopez
Web site
Description: Rock/Emo/Alternative/Acoustic
Releases: Everything and Nothing (2003), A Simple Pain (2005)
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The Orlandis Band
Contact: Chris Ulibarri
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Description: The Orlandis Band Originated in Albuquerque and has quickly evolved into a crowd favorite. The band has played together since the early 90's. Consisting |
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