James Brown, Al Green, Bob Marley, Dr. John, Aretha Franklin, Etta James, Otis Redding, Albert King, Dusty Springfield, The O Jays, Marvin Gaye, The Funk Brothers, Chaka Khan, Curtis Mayfield, Soulive, Coldblood, Carlos Santana, "Bitches Brew" a la Miles, Bootsy, Robert Johnson, Lettuce, Parliament/Funkadelic...& George Clinton, The Combo, Earth Wind and Fire, The Gap Band, Isaac Hayes, Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings, Jimmy Cliff, Anthony Hamilton, JR Walker and the Allstars, Jimi Hendrix, Root City Band, Ides of March, Tito Puente, Rebirth Brass Band, Jackson 5, the Neville Brothers, Dirty Dozen Brass Band, The Meters, Liquid Soul, Blood Sweat and Tears, Fred Wesley, Maceo Parker and don't forget PeeWee Ellis, Kool and the Gang, Beck, Karl Denson, with or without his Tiny Universe, Warren Haynes, Jon Cleary, Prince, Rick James, Roy Lee Johnson, Rufus, Sly and the Family Stone, Alicia Keys, Stevie Wonder, Sam and Dave, Tower of Power, Outkast, Delroy Wilson, the Four Tops...
8 Switch is comprised of some of the cities hottest young players combining talent and creativity with an unmatched love for performing to create a truly unique show.
The live shows seem to gain momentum as the band flexes their improvisational muscles and gives the audience a memorable and exciting experience that can only be described as an 8 Switch party. 8 Switch's music keeps audiences coming back for more of that 8 Switch sound.
On their new self titled album 8 Switch utilizes diverse musical backgrounds of it's members. Smattering all their songs with a unique, tight and funky foundation, the band artfully jams it's way through multiple genres including ska, southern funk, and hip hop.
All the members contribute to the song writing and arranging process, and the members' varied musical backgrounds and experiences help make 8 Switch's repertoire eclectic and fresh.
8 Switch has the rare combination of tightness and improvisational fluidity that creates solid precise grooves that can turn on a dime into something completely fresh and new, and keep audiences on the floor dancing all night.
The individual members have been active in the music scene by playing, recording, jamming, or sharing the stage with such artists as Root City Band, Corey Stevens, Dr. Mambo’s Combo, Jelly Bean Johnson, Heatbox, Bobby Vandell, Willie Walker, Billy “Big Daddy” Cade, Jesse Lang, Desdamona, Omar Bliss, members of the Steve Miller Band, the Funk Brothers and many others from the twin cities and around the nation.
There is currently a search for two types of bands for record label consideration.
*** Note: PLEASE IDENTIFY IF YOU ARE IN GROUP 1 OR 2 IN THE SUBJECT LINE OF YOUR RESPONSE. Emails are being reviewed by different representatives.
1. A Pop/Rock/Commercial band with female lead. Band must consist of 2 guitars (Prefer both guitar players to be of lead caliber. However, one lead and one rhythm is acceptable), keyboard/piano, bass, and drums. Lead vocal, followed by backing vocals, in that order, is a plus as it relates to other members of the group. Average age of the band cannot exceed 28 years of age.
* Group must have an outstanding lead vocalist. ** Musicianship throughout the entire band must be very strong. *** Group cannot currently be under any contract of any type that is related to the music industry.
2. A Modern Rock band with male lead. Must be a complete band but there are no prerequisites as it relates to the make up of the band. Average age of the band cannot exceed 23 years of age.
* Group must have an outstanding lead vocalist. ** Musicianship throughout the entire band must be very strong. *** Group cannot currently be under any contract of any type that is related to the music industry.
XXX - If you meet the minimum qualifications as described above. Email a link for your MySpace Page and if applicable, a link for your website to: recordingartistsearch@gmail.com
Only send one email with your links. Due to the volume of responses normally received for these types of opportunities. After review of your material, you will only be contacted if there is an interest in attending one of your shows by a label representative. As such please to not send any follow up emails regarding selections. If you were not contacted back, there was not an interest.
Thank You.
PS: Before You Enter Any MySpace Contests You Might Want To Also Review The Website At: www.st
Come grab an advanced copy of the new disc from my fuzzgrunge noisepop band The Sextons, and as always let me know how I can help out with your next tasty record!
I just wanted to stop by and wish you a happy Sunday! I hope that the weekend brought you fun adventures, relaxation, and contentment :)
I was going to go camping this weekend, but this is definitely NOT camping weather. So me and some friends went to check out Dueling Pianos. Those guys are amazing - they can play just about any song that's been on the radio between 1950 and 2005.
Anyways, I wanted to let you know about a show we have @ Station 4 on Friday, October 16th. We are debuting a series of one time only performance art pieces. This one is called "AN OBJECT TO CRAVE". Live music and visuals based on a short story about life, love, loss, fantasy, obsession and death.
Another group of mine, The Magnetrons, which plays an exciting and innovative Livetronica set (i.e. STS9, Disco Biscuits, The Histronic) will also be playing. The night will be full of creative, interesting, high-energy music, good drinks and good times.
Here's the info:
Blood Root Mother - "An Object to Crave" w/ The Magnetrons & Thought Thieves Friday, October 16th Station 4 201 E 4th St St Paul, MN 55101 9pm / $5 / 18+
Heads up to jazz groups, funk banks, or anyone looking to capture a great live record – I’m pulling out my 16 channel mobile recording rig to grab great records anywhere. Play for a night, have Signaturetone mix and master, and out pops a full album. Fast turnaround for fast times, my friends.
Who wants to be next? Get in touch now for booking.
when did you guys become one monstrous switch as opposed to an assembly of switches? or is it 8 switches? 8 switches who are not quite assembled, rather just lying around lazily in a semi-organizational pattern. WOAH. now i'm just confused.
The MN Music Festival Guide is up on www.twincityscene.com . The guide contains links to the bands playing at each one so that you can pick the festival that has the music you like and plan which bands you want to see. Enjoy!
Hey! I hope this finds you well. There's lots of exciting stuff going on right now! I just wanted to let you know we've got some new songs, and pictures up on my page. Also we're starting to get some air play all across the United States. Stop by my blog section to find the request lines to the stations in your area. Do you think you could help us out by calling the request line and demanding one of our tunes?!? Let me know how things are going with you. I hope all is well! Talk to ya soon! -Jeff"
Hey fellow St. Paul-ians,
We'd like to spread the word about a cool new gig we have at the Black Dog Coffee and Wine Bar in Lowertown, St. Paul. We'll be playing each Wednesday around 7PM and will be bringing in inspired bands, poets, speakers, and more, each week as guest performers with us. The first one is January 21st, and is all ages each week. Thanks! - Graham (http://www. blackdogstpaul. com/events/news-109. shtml)
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