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1 Giant Leap: "It’s a complete experience of music from all over the world, in which you can get lost. It’s epic, yet subtle. A great variety and creativity is displayed in these wonderful compositions."
2nd Place Driver: "This band has always been a promise, and The Hungry Ones might be their step forward from a promise to a solid name in the national and international music scene!"
3 Doors Down: "3 Doors Down is a well-balanced band that plays together like a well-oiled machine and that they are aware of what works and what doesn't work for them. / They're right here, back to rock all over the world."
12 Stones: "If they keep exploring their boundaries there and use the enormous amount of variety & creativity that they have in them, this is by no means the last we heard of them."
39 Reasons: "Creative, original and most important, genuine and honest!"
a balladeer: "a balladeer is waiting on their final breakthrough in music land!"
A Fine Frenzy: "This girl has class, style and a whole lot of talent, and "One Cell In The Sea" is a strong album that promises much more!"
Aaron Lines: "Mr. Lines proves that he's a big name in country/pop land. He's one of those artists that pick up country and make it marketable, without losing it's original spirit and intention."
aeroplane: "Stiff competition for bands like Snow Patrol, Keane & The Killers!"
Air Traffic: "Air Traffic brings something extra!"
Alamo Race Track: "The band has come together much better and ART now presents their music complete, marketable and mature!"
Alex Band: "Songs like Live Again & Coming Home show that Alex Band is still going strong."
All She Wrote: "A band with a rare talent!"
Alli Rogers: "This young lady has the voice of an angel and her lyrics are pure poetry. Her storytelling abilities and brisky, fresh, folky sound are a must for your ears!
Alphaspin: "They are refreshing, and with the right promotion they could be the next big thing!"
AM: "AM's been around for awhile, and with this level of music he will be around for a whole lot longer!"
American Hi-Fi: "The passion and energy that AHF put in their songs is a pleasure anyone can enjoy!"
Amy Petty: "One of the more promising acts I have come across in this past year!"
Anberlin: "Anberlin truly is one of alternative rock's crown jewels!"
Athlete: "Athlete is a band with a musical talent that should be recognized!"
Augustana: "On their 2nd album, Augustana have found their true identity and this band is heading straight for success!"
Avion: "In the jungle of modern pop/rock bands, Avion is an oasis of talent that we should cherish!"
Billy Boy on Poison: "This genuine article of rock has yet to make it big, but if they continue down this path, success will be theirs!"
Boris: "a superb vocalist and a solid songwriter who will get quite far."
Born: "With Born, the Netherlands has another promise to cherish!"
Blyss: "Lifehouse's previous incarnation still proves to be a musical force of enormous magnitude!"
Brian Ashley Jones: "His music moves you and his skills impress you. "Courier" is a must hear for fans of this kind of music."
Butch Walker: "Butch Walker is one of today's most talented musical acts!"
Butterfly Boucher: "She is an excellent songwriter and a good musician with powerful vocals. And "Scary Fragile" is a product to be proud of!"
Calexico: "Calexico has consistently proven to be one of the most creative, original and also most underrated bands in the world!"
Carbon Leaf: "A band that knows what its good at, and it shows!"
The Cast Before The Break: "The music is clever and honest and builds to magical momentums. With this stellar debut a firm statement has been made that The Cast Before The Break has only just begun!"
Cavashawn: "Cavashawn shows he has the talent, the passion and the insight to hit big. Now if only the labels are paying attention, because a new big act just stood up."
Chad Perrone: "One of the best vocals in US independent music!" / "Where 'Used To Dream' was without a doubt my favorite independent release of 2006, 'Wake' might well become its 2008 counterpart."
Chasing Ghosts: "A promising act that makes inspiring music that makes me hopeful for the future of independent bands. Chasing Ghosts is definitely a keeper!"
Chris Tomlin: ""Hello Love" just shows growth, passion and inspiration on many different levels."
Cinder Road: "Cinder Road's obviously in for the long run!"
Clockwork Noise: "They have a unique sound that will conquer many hearts!"
Cordless: "This young German band has something about them that will make them conquer many, many hearts!"
Cosmic American Derelicts: "A band that should be well-known and with the quality they show in their music it can never take very long until they find their way to a broader audience."
The Craze: "Give it some time and this band will conquer the world of music. There's room for improvement but this band has what it takes!"
Dakota Fate: "You must really check out this band. The interaction between every single member is incredible and they put on one heck of a show that you can't afford to miss!"
Dan Wilson: "His clever songs deserve continuation and I, for one, am eager to hear his next album."
David Archuleta: "Archuleta shows he's a young man with a lot of potential!"
David Beebee: "The band David Beebee is easing into their own sound and it's a sound I can applaud. Good to have these guys back on the map!"
David Cook: "He might be one of the few Idols that actually last."
Days Difference: "One of the most promising bands in all of the United States!"
De Staat: "Wait for Evolution is an album with an open ending. And I cannot wait for the sequel!"
Donavon Frankenreiter: "Donavon Frankenreiter is today's top hippie!"
Elseworth: "Such a shame we have to miss this remarkable talent."
Emery: "With I'm Only A Man, Emery shows the world they are a class act alternative rock band with the guts and conviction to make it big!"
Erin McCarley: "A girl with a lot of talent!"
Ernie Halter: "Ernie Halter might not be as well-known as Keaton Simons, Jack Johnson, Jason Mraz & John Mayer, but since his music can easily meet up with these names, he will soon be joining that club of musicians!"
Erny Green: "Erny Green is a singer-songwriter that combines darker moods with lighter moods and can only be described as a master of melancholy."
Evans Blue: "Full blast, honest rock, the way it should be played!"
Fedchenka "I can hear you say:'who?' And all I can say is that you've been missing out on one of Holland's most underrated bands. This rough gem should be cherished by all of you music lovers. So don't miss out and discover the impressive Fedchenka!"
FenixTx: "This band, including it's Denver Harbor incarnation, were built from pure energy and these passionate musicians put on a hell of a show that you really don't want to miss out on!"
Fiction Plane: "Easily one of the best live acts around. / Simply a must-see act!"
The Fireman: "Sheer brilliance!"
Fools & Horses: "Gems like Wide Eyed Wonder, Redwings & I Am The Ghost are passionate proof that big things are in stock for this band!"
Francis Martin: "Portugal has gold in its hands with this young and talented musician. He's a long way from being at the top, but with the right effort and dedication, this talent can get really far!"
The Fray: "The catchy, up-tempo pop/rock tunes are made to be played on radio and are impossible not to sing along to!"
Gem: "Gem obviously is on their way to stardom!"
Genevieve: "The unique vocal style and very strong songwriting are ingredients that make Genevieve one of the more promising acts I've come across in the past years."
Gin Blossoms: "One of today's finest bands in the genre!"
Guus Meeuwis: "DE Koning van de Nederpop!"
Hillbilly Water: "The music played by Hillbilly Water puts me in a better mood."
Holly Conlan: "She has strong vocals and is a very promising songwriter and in time she will definitely find a way to shine!"
Honestly: "Out of many bands who had to call it a day, this is the band I miss most. The overwhelming talent and quality the world of music misses by not having Honestly is almost a crime!"
HoneyHoney: "Who needs Amy Winehouse if they can listen to HoneyHoney?"
Honor Society: "With the right marketing and promotion, there is no doubt in my mind that this band is gonna kick butt all over the place!"
Hotspur: "A mix close to perfection!"
Hungry Bentley: "John Clayton, aka Hungry Bentley has presented us with an album that is both highly impressive and musically appealing. With well crafted pop songs and influences ranging from various directions this 8-piece is something that has potential of reaching out to the masses. With the right promotion strategy, Hungry Bentley might well become a household name."
Hungry Hungry Hypocrites: "A band that plays music from the heart!"
Hybrid L: "Hybrid L is destined to do great things!"
Jeep Rosenberg: "A bright light for contemporary country music!"
Jessica Paris: "Singers like Carly Simon, Joni Mitchell & Carole King in the past had seasoned vocals and a signature sound. Jessica Paris could be the heir to their throne!"
Jim Gaven: "This young NJ songwriter lives and breathes music!"
JJ Appleton: "Well on his way to the top!"
Jo Henley: "The songs are written and played with care and honesty and Jo Henley is a band with character. A band that plays true music!"
Joe Hedges: "The amazing rock & roll from July For Kings was only Joe Hedges' first outing of brilliance. On his solo effort 'Curvature' he just does it all over again. With artsy and well crafted songs he takes the listener on a magical journey that will confirm this man's artistic talent in many peoples' eyes!"
John Taglieri: "He is not only a good songwriter, a gifted lyricist, a good guitar player and a great singer, he’s also a good man." / "I very strongly recommend you to listen to this excellent collection of songs on John Taglieri’s new album 'Wide Awake & Dreaming'!"
Jonny Forbin: "I'm not saying anything outrageous if I say that this EP promises nothing but good for Jonny Forbin!"
July For Kings: "July For Kings is a band that helps to shape the face of modern rock!"
Keaton Simons: "A mutli-talented musician that is capable of making a lot of things sound great!"
Keith LuBrant: "Keith LuBrant is a someone that deserves to be heard!"
Kendall Payne: "The voice of an angel!"
Kill The Alarm: "Garen reinvented himself again and in this energetic, powerful and excellent incarnation we have a musical force that might be unstoppable!"
Laura Jansen: "A talent that just cannot be wasted!"
Lazyeye: "I recommend you check out this excellent rock band!"
LEFT: "With the release of "The Quest For Fire" a realm of possibilities might open for this infectious, energetic rock band!"
Lifehouse: "With the right amount of reaching out to fans and media, Who We Are could be one of the biggest albums of 2007!"
Lisa Redford: "Among the UK's finest singer/songwriters!"
Little things that kill: "Unstoppable energy and enthusiasm!"
Luka Bloom: "Luka Bloom is at the top of his genre and I don't see anyone that can come really close to him at the moment!"
Making April: "With an impressive debut album, Making April should be able to pick out their own major label contract. Every label that is unwilling to sign this band is out of its mind."
The Mantra Above The Spotless Melt Moon: "They give everything they have and if they keep working on it they will be known by many, not just in Italy, but far over their borders!"
Matt Shwachman: "I believe "Uncharted Territory" is only the beginning of a long, successful career for this talented musician."
Midway State: "These talented Canadians are only at the start of something beautiful!"
Mike Finley: "It's not just hoping that Mike Finley will make it big, it's a promise!"
Mike Montrey: "A Perfect Reality is an album that is only the first step for this talented spirit."
Milow: "A great balladeer with a love for rock & roll!"
Miss Montreal: "I forsee golden times for this new Dutch talent!"
Missing Leg Compartment: "They're not their yet, but with their will to improve it can't take too long until they hit the spot and amaze you with a killer album. Keep an eye and definitely an ear out for MLC!"
My Favorite Highway: "A debut to be proud of!"
Myster-E: "Myster-E has the potential of success!"
Nadine Kraemer Band: "This German band writes and performs songs, much rather than tracks on an album. The honesty in the lyrics point out songwriting with care and the musical ecstacy of the full-instrumental songs give this band a very wide musical range & character. A true asset for the German music scene!"
Nephu Huzzband: "Songs with potential and a band that wants to do what it takes!"
Nick Maguire: "He's a sensitive balladeer with a gift for writing songs and telling stories through those songs."
No More Kings: "This band creates art rather than music. And true artists they are. No More Kings you say? Well, kings they are!"
Paolo Nutini: "Everything falls together and Paolo Nutini delivers the best album of 2009 so far!"
Patrick Park: "More and more he finds a place where he can shine as the brilliant singer/songwriter that he is!"
Patrick Ryan Clark: "One of the best independent mainstream pop/rock albums of 2006!"
Punchline: ""Just Say Yes" shows that Punchline indeed is one of the better punkpop bands out there!"
Radiohead: "In Rainbows shows the best from all things that Radiohead has been excelling at for so many years. It is a compilation of what truly defines them musically."
Republic of Letters: "With passionate and well-written songs, these guys are looking forward to a long and successful career!"
Rocco DeLuca & The Burden: "Rocco DeLuca & The Burden is a modern-day crown jewel of rock music and "ITYTKM" is a firm statement to confirm that!"
Rooney: "I don't understand why this band isn't the hit machine they should be, based on the quality and catchiness of their excellent tunes!"
Rosemary's Sons: "With intelligent melodies, sometimes enchanting vocal harmonies and above average lyrics that a lot of people can relate to, this band has the complete package!"
Satellite State: "With Satellite State we have something special. I don't often get really enthusiast about a new and coming band when it comes to their chances to reach an audience commercially and underground at the same time, but Satellite State is one of those bands that can reach out to a very broad audience because their music has the potential to appeal to many different people. The EP is a great one, and the only critical note I have is that it's too short."
The Send: "The Send is a promising project and I look forward to hearing more of it in the future."
Seven Mary Three: "This band has reinvented itself, and frankly, they sound better than ever."
The Sheer: "The band has settled down and delivers its best album (Here And Now And Long Before) to date!"
Snow Patrol: "With "A Hundred Million Suns" Snow Patrol proves they are worth their status."
Silkstone: "Without a doubt Silkstone's one of the most promising acts arisen in the Netherland's alternative circuit."
SLAB: "They make it sound right, they play metal in a way metal is supposed to be played. With passion, energy, anger, and most importantly impeccable timing. It's not just a massive wall of sound, but cleverly composed and well-performed!"
Solo: "Solo transcends the boundaries of time into the realm of timeless music."
Souls A Fuse: "The talent, willpower, & conviction to make it!"
Sounds Under Radio: "This band is capable of a whole lot!"
Steve Bertrand: "The intensity and perfection that went into this record are an example to many bands and artists out there. "Pain is a Megaphone" quite easily makes it into a list of top records of the year!"
Swim: "With Safe Unless, Swim obviously scores with the audience and with their talent and tenacity this isn't the last we hear from them!"
Syd: "Syd is a remarkable musician. He grows with every step he takes and isn't afraid to take a risk. True musicianship and crafty songwriting will lead to great things for this man."
Third Eye Blind: "With "Red Light", Third Eye Blind shows they haven't lost their touch and can still write some of the best rock & roll tunes in recent pop/rock history!"
Three Days Grace: "They show they have the energy and passion to become a solid rock band in this modern day and age."
the Tom Glenne 5.5: "Music constructed and performed with intelligence, skill, and a whole lot of creativity!" / "It’s not just music, it’s an experience!"
Triggerfinger: "Impressive, damn impressive!"
Twin Berlin: "Twin Berlin is a newcomer, but they are definitely a band you want to keep an eye out for."
Unknown Component: "In Direct Communication is a showcase of musical talent and Keith Lynch proves to be a musician with vision. The songs are all carefully written and composed and the performances are passionate and professional!"
Untyde: "With this self-titled EP, Untyde shows they are a talented alternative rock band that are very capable of writing and performing great rock songs."
Velvet Code: "With these infectious tunes they'll go a long way!"
Vertical Horizon: "Why Vertical Horizon isn't one of the biggest bands in the genre is a mystery to me!"
Vice: "With this attitude Vice can evolve into one of the decade's finer rock outfits!"
Voicst: "One of The Netherland's best alternative pop/rock acts ever!"
We The Living: "Songs like Half The Girl, London Rain & History show the sheer talent this bands holds!" |