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CD's
Les Alexander - Will You Still Talk To Me - CD
Les Alexander is a singer/songwriter from Alvord, Texas. You can find Les performing his original music and favorite cover songs all around the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex and surrounding areas. Whether on his own or with his band, Les presents each song he sings as if he were telling a story with every verse and chorus. Entertaining in both small and large settings, you will not be disappointed in seeing and hearing Les Alexander.
King Cone - Memories - CD
Jon Cunningham - Songs Without a Niche
A uniquely orchestrated combination of adult oriented contemporary folk music and blues.
Jon is a Texas Blues man who began his career by generating his first record at the age of four. By the age of 17, he had formed his first band and recorded his first record. In college, his music major directed him to study classical guitar for five years, and music theory and composition in keyboards and blues harp for four years. In 1962 he was a D J and sports caster, and from 1963 to 1966 he served in the U. S. Army. His first major record label release was in 1968. Jon has written 350+ songs, had over 150 songs published , and over 50 of his songs recorded. He is a top quality studio musician on guitar, bass, and keyboards. He built a studio in 1980, and is the owner of Round Records and Sunshine Highway Productions, where he has produced 12 albums and engineered many. As a performer, he captivates the audience with the ease of a highly skilled professional. He literally brings his guitar to life in true blues instrumental form, setting the mood for his smooth vocal delivery of some of the most soul reaching blues lyrics written today. His unique styled music fills his audience with anticipation of his next performance of original songs. Clearly, Jon stands out as one of Texas' masters of "real" blues music.
Joe Cruz - Good Luck Man - CD
With a musical career spanning over 40 years, a favorite question that Texas Singer/Songwriter Joe Cruz is often asked: "What was your greatest moment in the music business?" Without hesitation Joe answers, "June 6, 1976 at the Baytown, Texas Fairgrounds, opening for Willie Nelson at one his famous outdoor concerts! It was the first time I had ever done an outdoor concert with an audience in excess of 10,000 screaming people! Standing on that huge stage and singing for that mass of people had to be my greatest moment." Missing the creative part of the music business, Joe became one of the founding members of the Ft. Worth Songwriters Association (another great moment) where he remains a lifetime member. On June 1, 1997, Joe and his wife Judy, packed up and moved to Nashville to complete the final leg of his musical journey. "All my life, I wanted to live in Nashville just to be around some of the greatest songwriters and musicians in the world. And, to top it off, I got to record the best record of my life along with making new friends like Jimmy Payne, Don Wayne, Dick Feller, Danny Dill, Lynn Dukes and Denny Martin. I have furthered my career teaching Automotive Technology to many young auto technicians throughout Middle Tennessee and have continued playing music. Nashville has truly been a great opportunity for me." Joe Cruz's latest CD is titled "GOOD LUCK MAN' and is available online at: www.cdbaby.com/joecruz. The CD contains 7 original songs and 5 of Joe's absolute favorites. Sure to be a favorite in your cd collection. With Joe Cruz, it really is "ALL ABOUT THE MUSIC!"
Dale Howard - Wings - CD
I have never met a most gracious gentleman as "The Texas Gentleman of Country Music," Dale Howard,who was born in the piney woods of Marshall, Texas. Everywhere Dale performs you can chalk it up as him leaving a big impression on his audience.He's determined to win everyone's heart and he does. Dale is sincere,has his own unique style,charisma,persistence and the tenacity to succeed.Could that partially be because he is a relative of Jim Reeves?Sit back and enjoy Dale's debut CD and detect the feeling that he's right there with you while listening.
Sincerely,
Bunnie Mills
Ron Harmon - Things I Don't Talk About - CD
Raised in the Rock & Roll Capital of the World - Cleveland Ohio, now residing in Weatherford Texas, Ron colors a unique sonic flavor of Classic Rock and Blues Rooted Music with a Texas flare.
This album is the first self produced commercial recording ,released Jan 07 [following 2 unmastered earlier releases - "The New Creation", 1994 and "Words", 1997], consisting of clean contemporary / rock “message” music.
CD Available at CDBaby.
Natalee Gayle - Natalee Gayle - CD
Texas Recording Artist, Natalee Gayle, of Fort Worth. Natalee Gayle sings Traditional Country Music with her own Contemporary approach to it. While based on traditional country, her vocal style is a blending of today's female attitude with a smooth delivery.
Christy Gravely - Full Circle - CD
Christy is a country music songwriter/vocalist/rhythm guitar player and former member of the Marine Corps Band, who perform with their rock and country groups all over the US and Japan before performing/touring with cover bands and now she performs as a solo artist in the North Texas area. Cover songs include material from contemporary country artists such as Faith Hill, Jamie O'Neal, Patty Loveless, Martina McBride and many others. If appropriate, sets also include original material from her latest CD, Full Circle.
A soft, unique version of country/folk style.
Allen Hurt- Allen Hurt and The Heart of Texas Band - CD
Allen Hurt began performing at the age of 10, playing guitar and singing in his hometown of Sherman, Texas. After many years of performing solo, Allen decided to put together "The Heart of Texas Band" to play locally and then tour.
Over the past 20 years, Allen Hurt has been providing quality entertainment with his musicians, "The Heart of Texas Band". In this period of time, Allen has written over 1700 songs holding a traditional country and bluegrass style to each one.
Previous concerts have been held at both large and small venues throughout the years to include the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville Tennessee and various venues in Branson Missouri. During shows, audiences abroad have been thrilled by Allen's amazing tenor vocal abilities, flat-picking style and genuine stage presence. As a seasoned veteran in the music industry, he has been recognized in many areas for his unique talent as an entertainer and songwriter. Allen is honored to be a member of the Grand Ole Opry Of Texas and has recieved the Texas Music Legends Award along with being Inducted into the Texas Music Legends Hall Of Fame in 2005.
Known for his songs that are written and performed from the heart, Allen's music gains airplay on both Country and Americana stations throughout. His unique brand of Country entertainment will both thrill and satisfy you through live performance and while you listen to the recordings that are Allen Hurt. Allen continues to develop his showmanship and professionalism for entertaining individuals from all walks of life. The Heart of Texas Band helps bring forth all the spirit and emotion that is expressed in the heart felt lyrics of Allen Hurt.
Scott Mann - Sam's Acoustic Soul - CD
People Love Music. Sales of billions upon billions of music related items through the years give evidence to this. There are times when the love of music becomes a passion - a determined dream transcending any other. Scott Mann, a singer/songwriter and acoustic musician from Fort Worth, Texas understands this drive.
Neely Reynolds - Songs for the Dogs - CD
Texas born singer/songwriter, Neely Reynolds. The songs are written and performed by Neely Reynolds and the project was produced in 1977 by Joseph Wyndell Productions and sold over 2,000 copies to college, university and club audiences. This is a re-release in 2002 for those who need a CD copy for their collection. Neely's style is folk-country with a bluegrass flair, a buttermilk smooth voice with imaginative lyrics.
Harlan Sandage - Wailin Country and Pop
Harlan Sandidge, M.S.T. Art and Teaching, training in Music and Computer Science. Courses taken in voice, composition, music theory, midi.Rene Sims - It's About Time - CD
" Thats Reen like Irene and not even Rain as I have been accused of saying with my very southern accent!"
I have been playing the guitar since I was 16 and singing and writing songs for many many years.I have been in choir, chorus, little theater, and a singing waitress. I have been performing in the Fort Worth , Dallas Texas area since 1974.
I have had bands ,a trio, a duo, but mostly a single act!
I was a founding charter member of the Texas Music Association, and now I am affiliated with the Texas Music Nation and the Fort Worth Songwriters Assoc.
I spent some time out of the music seen while living in Louisiana and I ran a small but very successfull horse boarding and training facility called Miraaj Boarding Stable. I was a competition rider and a riding instructor for many years.
I dealt mostly with Arabian horses and laterThoroughbreds.
I competed in Western Pleasure, English Pleasure and Dressage.
My specialty was teaching beginners to ride.Mostly children but many adults and other competion riders!
I continued to write songs and have moved back to Texas.
You will hear many of these songs on my CD " It's About Time"
I have been writing alot of songs lately and my music, "while country sounds still turn up",has gone into a Jazz/blues, light rock sound.I look forward to my next CD
project where you can hear them!
"I hope you like my music and you share it with a friend!"
If you are ever in the Fort Worth area come see me.
Cd is available at Cdbaby , Ernest Tub Record Shop at the Fort Worth Stockyards, and also at Steve Lambs Music Or me email
Thanks,
Rene Sims
Randy Steppick - Let the Party Begin
This music will take you on a trip in a prolific type, countrified way. A collection of feel good, move you music.
From Randy = "I have written these selections from episodes of life I've lived or seen in the world around me. I have heard feedback from many who have heard my music.
One that stands out to me is people saying "Man you need to put this stuff on the market". My hope is that you all who love country music will give my music a short while to speak pictures to you. Thank you for letting my music paint the pictures you want to see."