"Easy, breezy melodies and soul-shaking grooves radiate from this genre-bending roots trio. Dangermuffin brings thoughtful tunes that are both heartfelt and truthful. Their haunting harmonies and go-with-the-flow vibe invite listeners to kick back, relax, and be consumed by the ethereal rhythmic backbone and inspiring messages Dangermuffin has to offer. Lyrically, they … [Read more...]
#MusicMonday – Gretchen Pleuss (Video)
Ohio native Gretchen Pleuss is an up-and-coming songwriter with a seasoned sound.The influences of Joni Mitchell, Shawn Colvin, and Paul Simon can be heard in Gretchen's unique chord progressions and vocal nuances. Her lyrics paint vivid images and scenarios, resonating with listeners at uncomfortably deep levels. "Do not be surprised if you hear Gretchen's name … [Read more...]
#MusicMonday – Grady Miller (Video)
Grady Miller is an Americana & Blues group based out of Akron, Ohio. They perform all over the country, presenting well-crafted original music in an eclectic mix of genres. Members: Cathy Miller and Michael Grady "Individually, Grady and Miller are able to tap into souls – especially Miller with her sultry, sometimes smoky and always emotional alto. But when … [Read more...]
#MusicMonday – Moustache Yourself (Video)
Moustache Yourself is a Gypsy Jazz quartet available for public events, concerts, private engagements, weddings, restaurants, wine bars, vineyards and anywhere else that needs a unique, energetic, highly infectious mix of Jazz with a "Gypsy" flavor. Members: Jeremy Jones (guitar), Brent Hamker (guitar), Brad Wagner (woodwinds) and Matthew DeRubertis (double … [Read more...]
#MusicMonday – The Gage Brothers (Video)
The Gage Brothers started in March 2014 when two brothers, Ben and Zach Gage, spent a sunday afternoon kicking around old folk songs and singing some harmonies. From there the group has evolved naturally and quickly, gaining the reputation as one of the hardest working groups in their area. The Gage boys come from a large family nestled in the rural parts of northeast Ohio, and … [Read more...]
#MusicMonday – Recipe of Life (Video)
Recipe of Life is composed of two ukulele playing women from Stow, Ohio who like writing music about love, life, hiccups, and more. They met during their sophomore year of high school. Members: Shelby Denton- Ukulele, Vocals & Ariel McCleary- Ukulele, Vocals "All of the emotions in their songs are so honest and relatable. I can't think of one person who hasn't … [Read more...]
#MusicMonday – The Help & The Hands (Video)
The Help and the Hands are from Akron, Ohio. Their work mixes American and European folk music traditions together to create exciting new flavors for audiences everywhere. The Help are Brian Feltner (guitar, vocals) and Steve Bennett (accordion, cornet, singing saw). The Hands regularly include Caty (violin) and Christine Petersilge (cello), and many more. "The Old 97 … [Read more...]