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Glass Mountain Records
Rock / Folk / Indie

"Freedom from the shadow of the corporate umbrella."

Nashville, Tennessee
United States

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Last Login:  7/20/2008
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   Glass Mountain Records: General Info
Member Since6/26/2007
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SUBMISSIONS/ EMPLOYMENT POLICY

We are not currently taking submissions or accepting applications for employment. For information on internships, please email info@glassmountainrecords.com.

InfluencesFRIENDS OF GMR...

TORI SPARKS SITES
ToriSparks.com
The Tori Store
MySpace
ReverbNation
Facebook
Sonicbids EPK
Tori Sparks Ringtones
Tori Street Team

COMPANIES
TrueToneRecording
Yes Master
Hallco Productions
Brightwork Creative
Dennis Productions
Prime Cut Studio
Composite Acoustics
Tinderbox
Suzette Becker, Attorney at Law
Upstate Entertainment
GriponReality.com
NewMusicLabel
ReverbNation
Threadles

ARTISTS
Charmaine Neville
Mia Zepeda
Brother Henry
Amy Steinberg
Ellery
Tom Templeman
John & Mary
Shannon Cain

COMMUNITY
The Feed Your Soul Guitar
The One Campaign
Oxfam America
Artists Against Hunger and Poverty
Artists for Literacy
Save the Music
Habitat for Humanity
March of Dimes
Make Trade Fair
NOW: Anti-Violence Against Women

For a list of industry resources, click here.

Sounds Like

Click here for more information about Glass Mountain Records founder Tori Sparks.

Tori Sparks' NEW music video "Cold War" from the album Under This Yellow Sun. Directed by Wayne Hall.

PRAISE FOR UNDER THIS YELLOW SUN...

“The talented Tori Sparks… is a knockout…”
      --Joe McCombs, The Village Voice

“Here’s a singer/songwriter with the strong, eloquent vocals of Bonnie Raitt and the guitar mastery of Joni Mitchell. Her second indie release Under this Yellow Sun is a bounty of subtle rock and haunting blues…
      --Nancy Dunham, Relix

“Tori Sparks’ voice isn’t one of those passive instruments that treats a lyric like it’s a classified ad… Here is a supple, teasing voice that flutters and flies seemingly without effort from note to note, line to line, so that weepy sensitivity and pleading vulnerability cozy up with tough resilience and firm resolve so seamlessly you never even notice the mood swing.”
      --Jeff Tamarkin, Harp Magazine “Under This Yellow Sun, the second offering from songbird Tori Sparks, is drenched in drama, featuring Sparks’ torrid vocals splashed over self-penned, alternative roots-rock numbers that sizzle with authenticity.”
      — LCB, Performing Songwriter

“Sparks needs little in the way of effects or layering to get her music across… strong and fabulous…”
      --Jason MacNeil, PopMatters

"With the grit of Chrissie Hynde, the sadness of Martha Davis in the Motels, and the pure sensualness of Margo Timmins from the Cowboy Junkies, this girl hurls you onto planet Sparks and leaves you there... you’ll listen to [Under This Yellow Sun] once, then you’ll listen to it a second time and also a third. ...[Tori Sparks] is truly, one of the most original artists I have heard in a long, long time."
      --Rebecca Rego, Music News Nashville

“Those are the songwriting skills of someone like Roseanne Cash…Providence RI [from Under this Yellow Sun] has Springsteen a la Nebraska or Darkness on the Edge of Town magic about it.”
      --Jon Delange, Tinderbox Music

"Like Natalie Merchant and Madeline Peyroux getting together to do heroin... in an awesome sultry way."
      --CJ Watson

"[Tori] is an excellent songwriter... Her songs are well crafted, personal and at times introspective. ... More than anything, Sparks deserves to be recognized for her voice. It can take her about anywhere she wants -- it's that good."
     --David Bowling, The DailyVault

“There is a very sensual quality to her voice. It just drips with emotion. ‘Out of the Void’ is damn near heartbreaking…The songs are well written, interesting and catchy without being trite. The musicianship is fabulous… this is a fantastic album.” ..>       -- Amy Lotsberg; Collected Sounds

“[Sparks] packs a wallop of a voice… each song proves that she’s more than just a pretty face.”
      -- Paul Barbatano; Dayton City Paper

“Just damn good… [an] exuberant and muscular vocalist/songwriter/guitarist.”
      --Chris Uebbing; Infringe This!

“[Tori] should add The Pretenders to [her] list of influences. In a good way. I’d take that any day.”
      --Ben Folds

“Sparks’ bluesy vocals and intensely rhythmic groove paints a sexy and sultry sound that’s a joy to hear in any venue… this 24 year old songstress rocked the room, drew listeners from tables in the back to the stage front and pulled people in from off the street (yes, during SXSW) to hear her…”
      --Anny Randel, Savvant Music

"Tori Sparks sounds suitably dislocated... in the manner of some funky New Orleans guitarist -- Snooks Elgin, or Walter 'Wolfman' Washington... swinging, controlled performances..."

      --Edd Hurt; The Nashville Scene

"[Tori's] dynamic live show is equal parts soulful singing and zany stand-up-style humor... falls somewhere between Dixie rock, folk blues, and Americana."

      --Joyce Arnold; City at Night Magazine

“Sparks. . . [has] stuck to her muse and it was exactly what people wanted.”
      -- John Stoehr; Savannah Morning News

"A fearless performer, she is notorious for her blend of quirky humor and fiery delivery and has fused a sound and astyle that is unmistakably her own."
      -- Cassaundra Baber; Utica Life & Times

“I found her vocal stylings interesting, different…Her music possesses a grit and angst not heard much today…”
      --Brooke Welu, Northeast InTune Magazine

“…Both concise and taut mixtures of lyrics with music that are thoughtful and evocative without being pretentious. … Discover Sparks’ powerful voice now…!”
      --Ron Saranich, Cosmik Debris

“Tori can rock so seductively then revert to a striking emotive process. . . there is nothing formulaic that you can pigeon-hole."
      --Carmine Pascuzzi; Media Search (Australia)

“This multi-talented artist really struts her stuff on [Under This Yellow Sun]. Her warm gutsy vocals are full of soul… mixed with lots of attitude. You’ll want this one for your record collection.”
      --Brad Fischer, Nashville Music Guide

“Sparks lets go of the typical restraints of the singer-songwriter stigma… This album is not only sexy, beautiful, and enticing, but Sparks shows something that many artists forget—the truth.”
      --Jeff Russell, Murfreesboro Pulse

Click here for a list of places to download Under This Yellow Sun and Rivers + Roads.

Click here for a list of stations playing Under This Yellow Sun and Rivers + Roads.

Click here for Tori Sparks Ringtones.

Record LabelGlass Mountain Records
Type of LabelIndie








   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 21 2008 12:30P
Live on CBS 5 (WRAL-TV) Raleigh, North Carolina
Jul 22 2008 5:00P
Live on WCOM 103.5FM Carrboro, North Carolina
Jul 22 2008 9:30P
Femme Fest @ Mansion 462 Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Jul 23 2008 7:30P
Femme Fest @ The Cave Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Jul 24 2008 9:00P
Blue Horn Lounge Chapel Hill, Kentucky
Jul 25 2008 9:00P
Flat Rock Wine Shoppe (The Back Room) Flat Rock, North Carolina
Jul 26 2008 2:30P
30th Annual Bele Chere Music Festival (Haywood Street STage) Asheville, North Carolina
Jul 31 2008 7:00P
The Listening Room Franklin, Tennessee
Aug 2 2008 7:00P
Private Party Lancaste, Tennessee
Aug 3 2008 8:00P
Lightning 100 Nashville Sunday Night @ 3rd & Lindsley Nashville, Tennessee
Aug 7 2008 9:00P
Natasha’s Bistro Lexington, Kentucky
Aug 8 2008 7:30P
The Rudyard Kipling - TIME CHANGE! Louisville, Kentucky
Aug 9 2008 9:00P
Gilly’s Nite Club Dayton, Ohio
Aug 10 2008 9:00P
Mickey Finn’s Toledo, Ohio
Aug 12 2008 1:00P
Border’s Books & Music: In-Store Performance/ Signing Dearborn, Michigan
Aug 12 2008 9:00P
PJ’s Lager House Detroit, Michigan
Aug 13 2008 9:30P
Lilly’s Chicago, Illinois
Aug 14 2008 5:00P
Live on KWUR 90.3FM St. Louis, Missouri
Aug 14 2008 8:00P
The Milltop Tavern St. Augustine, Florida
Aug 15 2008 7:00P
Indy Hostel House Concert Series Indianapolis, Indiana
Aug 25 2008 7:00P
Woodsongs Old-Time Radio Hour Lexington, Kentucky
Sep 9 2008 10:00P
Preservation Pub Knoxville, Tennessee
Sep 11 2008 7:00P
Swallow at the Hollow Roswell, Georgia
Sep 17 2008 12:00P
Georgia Military College Milledgeville, Georgia
Sep 18 2008 12:00P
Georgia Military College Milledgeville, Georgia
Sep 21 2008 6:15P
Pegasus Lounge Tampa, Florida
Oct 2 2008 12:00P
NACA South Regional Conference Chattanooga, Tennessee
Oct 3 2008 12:00P
NACA South Regional Conference Chattanooga, Tennessee
Oct 30 2008 12:00P
More WEST COAST Dates (OCTOBER) - Coming Soon. More WEST COAST Dates (OCTOBER) - Coming Soon., California
Nov 7 2008 7:00P
The Knitting Factory New York, New York
Nov 8 2008 7:30P
Folk Music Night - Perry Hall United Methodist Church Baltimore, Maryland
Nov 23 2008 12:00P
The Chattanooga Market Chattanooga, Tennessee
Nov 30 2008 12:00P
More EAST COAST Dates (NOVEMBER) - Coming Soon. More EAST COAST Dates (NOVEMBER) - Coming Soon., Florida
Dec 30 2008 12:00P
More EUROPE COAST Dates (DECEMBER) - Coming Soon. More EUROPE COAST Dates (DECEMBER) - Coming Soon., London and South East
Mar 18 2009 12:00P
Lone Star College - Montgomery Campus Conroe (Houston), Texas
Apr 16 2009 5:00P
University of Cincinnati - Raymond Walters Campus Cincinnati, Ohio
Apr 16 2009 11:30P
University of Cincinnati - Raymond Walters Campus Cincinnati, Ohio

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   About Glass Mountain Records


GMR IS...

Glass Mountain Records was founded by DIY entrepreneur and fiery singer-songwriter Tori Sparks as an alternative to the business models available in today’s marketplace. Initially started as a vehicle to spread the word about Tori and her unconventional brand of rock 'n' folk, the label is committed to evolving naturally with the intent of taking on other passionate, dedicated artists in the future. We seek to free ourselves from the long shadow of the corporate umbrella, and get back to making fresh, inspired, original music. Click HERE for more information about the Glass Mountain Records founder.

GMR is based in Nashville and distributes its records through Stretch the Skies/ Transworld. Click here for a complete list of retailers and digital distributors.

Join the GMR Street Team! Spread the word about your favorite indie music warriors. Click HERE for details!

Tori Sparks on MySpace! Click HERE.



BREAKING NEWS!

Universal Music France compilation including Tori Sparks' single "Cold War" has sold 25,000+ copies as of June 1st.

Tori Sparks featured on the cover of City at Night Magazine (April/May issue) and The Herald-Sun's Triangle Live.

Tori's single "Cold War" is included on the Paste Magazine June music sampler.

Under This Yellow Sun has just been licensed to MTV, Oxygen, and Lifetime Networks. Shows include Road Rules, The Hills,and more. Stay tuned in 2008...

Tori Sparks featured on XM Radio Channel 43... tune in!


Radio PSA

Calling all Tori troops!

Please request Under This Yellow Sun on the radio. Response from radio has been strong - CMJ Top 200 Adds in Ohio, California, Texas, Wisconsin, more< - but your support is extremely critical in the coming weeks.

Click HERE for a list of radio stations. “Wait, my station’s not on the list??” Your phone call can fix that.

To say thanks for your support, we’ve created a special promotional code through the ToriSparks.com store. Email us with the name of the station you contacted, and we’ll send you a coupon code for 20% OFF your purchase in the Tori store.

Thanks for your time and your patience. Viva la revolution!

Sincerely,

Tori Sparks and the Glass Mountain Records Team

Like what you hear?

Click to order Tori Sparks' Under This Yellow Sun


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May 5 2008 2:55 PM

Hi Glass Mountain,

Thanks for adding us as a friend.
Stop by our page anytime, we appreciate the company.

Don't forget to grab some free downloads
& enjoy the music

Keep those cards & letters coming.

Ciao for now,
The American Mood
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Mar 28 2008 9:36 AM

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Mar 24 2008 12:09 PM

thanks for adding me as a friend
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Mar 20 2008 11:36 AM

Hi,
Thank You for the add.
Great Music & Sound!!!
Best Wishes.
Daryl :)
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Feb 25 2008 1:46 PM

ROCK w/ us @ Edgehill Studios
8:30pm Tues - 2/26
Presented by the Urban Acoustic League

Hope to see you there!

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Feb 24 2008 6:58 AM

Hi there - how you doing?

Hope you enjoy the video!
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Feb 11 2008 3:47 AM

Thanks for the add!
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Jan 29 2008 10:34 AM

Hello!
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Thanks for being a friend!
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Dec 13 2007 4:52 AM

GOOD MORNING! HOPE YOU HAVE A GREAT UPCOMING WEEKEND! HAVE A GREAT DAY & REMEMBER TO ALWAYS............
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Dec 11 2007 2:05 PM

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