TheDavidBowersAwards

TheDavidBowersAwards presents Prem Murti and Nolen Chew

Prem Murti is a composer/producer/arranger from India who has created "Love and Peace," a song that celebrates kindness, understanding and unity in the world.  He joins with American composer/lyricist Mike Greenly to create this beautiful song with the talents of Natalie Ai Kamauu and Annemarie Picerno.

Nolen Chew became a music artist in his 50s!  But his drive, determination and natural talents have more than made up for any lack of experience.  He is an accomplished songwriter who has become an instrumentalist and singer through his own desire to share his music and plant the seeds of thought in listeners.

We also feature "What I'm Workin With," from Blues-Rocker Deb Callahan.  Listen Sunday on BlogTalkRadio at 2pm EDT/11am Pacific/6pm UTC or on BlogTalkRadio archives anytime.  And please re-post the link so your friends can listen, too. 

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TheDavidBowersAwards explores the realm of AI and it's effects on musicians, especially emerging indie artists.  We talk with indie star Grant Maloy Smith about the possibilities, effects and how to deal with it.  Grant has already gotten experience working with artificial intelligence.  He also shares a couple of preview tracks .... one which will be released this summer and a second that is a preview of his next 'American Stories' album next year!  You'll hear them FIRST here! Be sure to copy and share the link ... you don't want to miss this one!

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Kristian Montgomery is a self-made singer/songwriter now calling Vermont home.  His credo is that "songwriting is an artform and not propaganda."  Crossing genres and song styles while weaving his lyrics from personal experience, he creates music as memorable as it is listenable.  Listening to his music and story, you want to dig out his previous music to experience.

 

Pam Ross is an award-winning songwriter who has also carved her own path to success.  After falling of the merry-go-round of music a few years ago, leaving the business to re-asses where she was going, she has come roaring back with the song "Falling Off The Merry Go Round," dealing with the plague of school shootings and the belief tht we are failing our children.

 

We also share "She's On Fire" by the Portland OR group, Strange Ranger!  Listen on BlogTalkRadio Sunday at 2pm EDT/11am Pacific/6pm UTC or on BlogTalkRadio archives FREE anytime.  And please, share the link to your friends so they can listen, too.  

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John Vento returns to TheDavidBowersAwards with the title song to his next album and stories of how it came to be.  As always, John crosses genres and styles and this time he also shares an emotional tribute to Cheslie Kryst, and tells of the song he originally didn't want to record.

Jeremy Parsons is also a returning guest who shares a surprisingly original sound in his song, 'Humanity.'  Another artist who isn't afraid to cross genres, Jeremy explains this standout hit and shares his creative process with his producer that helps create his original sound.

We also sample the latest mix from previous TDBA winner, Miranda Writes, "Taylor Swift (Afro-knock Remix The 61X Million Dollar Soul Brotha)."  Listen on BlogTalkRadio Sunday at 2pm EDT/11am Pacific/6PM UTC or on BlogTalkRadio archives anytime.  Please re-post to your friends so they can listen, too.

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Tennyson King is a Canadian singer/songwriter who is exploding on the music scene both in his native Canada and around the world, having driver the expanse of Canada as well as travelled China and Southeast Asia.  His music combines smooth-yet-catchy lyrics with a pleasing and listenable sound that can simply be called 'ear candy.'

Xander Monroe comes to us from San Antonio, Texas and is taking the proverbial 'next step' in his music career.  Another artist with listenable AND marketable music, Xander evokes memories of the '60s and John Sebastian's Lovin' Spoonful, in particular.  His music has a classic yet fresh sound of catchy beats and personal lyrics with authentic electro-pop

We also feature "Down In The Dirt" by The Revivalists.  Listen on BlogTalkRadio Sunday at 2pm EDT/11am Pacific/6pm UTC or on BlogTalkRadio archives anytime and, PLEASE RE-POST to your friends so they can listen, too!

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We previewed "Somewhere Out There," a touching and heart-wrenching song about Alzheimer's/Dementia from the victim's perspective,  by Smith Sisters and The Sunday Drivers.  Response was so overwhelming that we had to get the girls back to discuss the song, the writer and how it came together.  This week we do that.  Kelly of Smith Sisters joins us to share the song and introduce Harrolyn Black, widow of the songwriter 'Butch' Black, who wrote the song.

Join us in exploring the history of this moving masterpiece to the pain of Alzheimer's/Dementia as well as the story of the writer and how the song was conceived and finally brought to be shared with the public.  Listen as as we talk with Kelly, Harrolyn and another special guest, Sharon Lia on this very special edition of TheDavidBowersAwards.

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TheDavidBowersAwards presents Leigh Thomas album preview, 'The Long Way.'

Leigh Thomas, singer/songwriter/guitarist from Melbourne, Australia, returns to TheDavidBowersAwards to debut his newest album, 'The Long Way.'  Leigh talks about the songs on the album and his vision for creating his first album after many years in the business producing mostly singles.  

Leigh's music is primarily pop-rock, although it crosses many genres including r&b, ballad and even country-rock.  He prides himself on constantly trying new things and experimenting with new styles as well as utilizing his complete 'tool box' of vocal talents.  On 'The Long Way,' he gives us a sample of his range of voice as well as styles, shifting smoothly and effortlessly from straight pop-rock to power-pop to even a touch of outlaw-country!  And, he does this without losing the originality and listenability that are hallmarks of his style.  This is a truly listenable album .... one that you'll want to listen to repeatedly.

We also sample the latest from our Brit-rock friends, Wild Horse, "Angles."  This is the latest in their evolution as an all-round brilliant rock band that's not afraid to color outside the lines .. this may be their best yet!  Listen on BlogTalkRadio Sunday at 2pm EDT/11am Pacific/6pm UTC or on BlogTalkRadio archives anytime and be resure to RE-POST the line for your friends so that they can listen, too.

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TheDavidBowersAwards presents David Martinez and Gary Pratt

David Martinez is a multi-award-winning singer/songwriter (And school teacher!), one of the most popular and sought-after artists in the region.  David has won accolades and awards from Corpus Christie to L.A.,  collaborted with some of the biggest names in the music business and showcased at SXSW.   A card-carrying Grammy voting member of the Academy David's star is rising meteorically.  

Gary Pratt grew up in a small town in Pennsylvania and became a singer/songwriter with a growing following.  He has played everything from local clubs to large venues and has opened for people like Dwight Yocum, Ronnie Milsap and Chrystal Gayle.  Gary likes to cross genres and show his audiences his range from country to pop to rock.  He is always thinking how to connect with his audience.  

We also present a touching and moving song about a the ravages of dementia, "Somewhere Out There" from Smith Sisters and The Sunday Drivers.  Join us Sunday on BlogTalkRadio at 2pm EDT/11am Pacific/6pm UTS or on BlogTalkRadio archives anytime, and please RE-POST to your friends so they can listen, too.

Michael Coleman (aka Metropolitan Cowboy) created See Your Shadow Songwriting as a network of talented vocalists, musicians and songwriters to bring art to life.  A successful singer/filmmaker/photographer/producer, Michael is the driving force. making good use of the talents in the group to span all genres, and shares his new country classic, "Whatever On The Rocks."

Michael Stover is a multi-award-winning, bonafide 'rock star' in music, running a full-service artist management group.  Able to handle and place artists in whatever areas of music they want and need, he passes his award-winning leadership to his artists who are constantly in the news for THEIR awards!  Truly on the cutting edge of today's music business, he's the perfect guest for Rockstar101.

We also feature an exciting discovery from Buffalo, NY, the Rock 'n' Soul band Farrow, founded by our third Michael this week(!), Michael Farrow.  Listen with us on BlogTalkRadio Sunday at 2pm Eastern DAYLIGHT time/11am Pacific/6pm UTC

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TheDavidBowersAwards presents Burn The Louvre and Lilly Martin

Burn The Louvre is an indie/rock duo based in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada and is the culmination of the music growth of Jordan Speare.  Jordan is joined by Sean Cooper and their music has evolved over several years and incorporates many styles, primarily indie/rock with a touch of punk.  It's a life-story of the recent years of Jordan and his partnering with Sean.

Lilly Martin is a transplanted New Yorker who call Switzerland home where she lives with her husband and two children and is building her second career, this as a singer/songwriter.  In addition to a personality that grabs you immediately, her powerful, passionate voice and interpretation make whatever she sings 'HER' song.  Listen and you'll agree she's found her calling.

We also spotlight a previous TDBA winner, Miranda Writes, whose latest release, "TS," is a salute to Taylor Swift.  Listen in on BlogTalkRadio at 2pm EST/11am Pacific/7pm UTC or on BlogTalkRado archives anytime...

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