"Funkmeister" by Hugh Jarvis Hitchcock (Pop Artist from Florida(FL))

Hugh Jarvis Hitchcock and his debut CD, "Funkmeister" is an album that spans fluently across many genres. At some moments it's urban and jazzy, other times it's 80's music with some world beat flare. Female vocals, keyboards, and a drum machine make for some smooth, catchy, and fun songs. The album is best represented by the track, "Out of Control," as it has a fast paced world drum beat, jazzy saxophone, and a funky bass line that really moves. The stand out single is "All I Know" as this song offers a slower moving beat with soft and sweet vocals. "Funkmeister" will surprise you at every turn, from its ever-changing genre, to samples of George W. Bush speeches and is definitely a great album to hear if you're looking for a variety of music with vibrant rhythms.

-Matt M. and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"American Peace" by Tapped (Rock Artist from Michigan(MI))

"American Peace," the 2009 album by Tapped is a mix of original rock and roll even the Fab Four would be proud of. Taking their influence from a range of artists such as The Kinks, Cheap Trick, and even Bill Haley and The Comets, this group creates an album with vibrant melodies and lively rhythms. Clean vocals garnish some straightforward but solid lyrics. Tracks like "Roadhouse Paradise" show off some serious bluesy musicianship. Others like "But I Need You" and the CD opener "She Said He's Dead" are driven powerhouses. Tapped has compiled a wonderful collection of music which pulls blues, country, new styles and old to create a fantastic sound all their own.

-Matt M. and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"In His Presence" by Kevin P. Myles (Spiritual/Gospel Artist from Michigan (MI))

Kevin P. Myles' newest release, "In His Presence," is a wonderful compilation of lovely Contemporary Spiritual songs surrounded by the smooth flavor of R&B. Myles opens up his album with "Jesus, Savior, Healer, Redeemer" with an ambiance of heartfelt and focused emotions. Mesmerizing vocals light up the arrangement of "Into Your Presence" with a relaxed and dreamy sound. Myles' vocals are strong and display a clean and crisp clarity with a fine vocal range an you will hear on "Freedom." "Love, Grace and Mercy" and "Saving Me" is classic R&B at its best, presenting vocals and lyrics that will tug at your heartstrings. A poetic Myles shines on "God Is Love," as his spoken words are beautifully balanced with delicate and dreamy instrumentation. You won't want to miss the chance to hear Kevin P. Myles' delightful and passionate album "In His Presence," with uplifting Spiritual messages bonded with R&B grooves.

-Diane and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Better Than Ever" by IYAM (Rock Artist from Texas(TX))

Released for '09, IYAM's "Better Than Ever" CD, a collection of Classic Rock with Heavy Metal theatrics, sounds as fresh and relevant as ever. Since the likes of Pink Floyd and Black Sabbath popularized grandiose, anthem like Hard Rock virtues back in the day, many other sub-genres of Rock have come and gone, but Hard Rock and Metal's appeal has never waned. IYAM prove themselves accomplished purveyors in their own right, displaying said virtues on an album that hits all the right marks: songs built on riffs of unstoppable force, slashing lead guitar work worthy of Randy Rhodes, well-crafted and exemplary lyrics that get to the heart of what Metal is all about; and a singer with the rage, fire, and immediacy to bring it all home. Highlights include "Witches And Warlocks," built on a thundering blues riff, CD-opener "All Is Well," a rocker with soaring hooks, and "Going Through The Motions," with its Gothic atmosphere. IYAM's "Better Than Ever" CD is, simply, well-executed and powerful classic hard rock.

-Rice B. and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Music." by Robin Horlock (Rock Artist from Michigan(MI))

Robin Horlock's aptly titled third CD; "Music." is an 11-song collection of tuneful, well-constructed songs that reflect the singer's Adult Contemporary experiences to great effect. Noted for the relaxed but soulful passion in his vocals, Horlock delivers hook-filled, guitar-based tunes with the ease and capability of a Jack Johnson or John Mayer, but without surrendering his own considerable uniqueness. Employing extremely tasteful blends of acoustic and electric fretwork throughout, "Music." highlights consist of Adult Contemporary gems that showcase styles ranging from California-style soft rock "Here & Now" to post-Eagles Don Henley pop-rock "Everything Falls Apart." On "The Difference Between Day and Night" Horlock even seems to channel the '70's-era voice of John Sebastian, while "Life Goes On" features spare but distinctly affective sax lines to flesh out a stirring anthem of hope. Simply put, "Music." is another strong CD from an artist whose instincts for savvy and smart adult pop are spot-on.

-Rice B. and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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9 Years on the Web

If you came here from my website then you already know that this month I'm (well, the website) is celebrating 9 years on the Web.

If you didn't come here from my site, head on over to www.greggkoval.com.

Another 9? We'll see.

Thanks to everyone who came and went over the years.

Also, the new CD Blind Date should be ready for next month.

Webpage Updates for March

How's it going?

The webpage updates are ready for March with all the usual fun stuff: songs, fascinating articles (like this month's Campfire Stories), guitar lessons (but not the normal kind) and how I'm doing with Drives It Home and music in general.

Thanks, and enjoy,
Gregg
and everyone at www.greggkoval.com

"Drives It Home" by Gregg Koval (Rock Artist from Canada)

Gregg Koval has blasted out another great rock CD "Drives It Home." Packed with edgy, guitar driven rock and funky blues, Koval keeps the beat moving and grooving. His vocals are right on the mark and capture the essence of this style of music. "Plenty Enough to Go Around" and "Take What You Need" equally show off the funky and bluesy side of this album. There is also a nice melodic guitar riff on "Wasting the Day Away", with its catchy rhythmic run. Koval has a special talent for making his lyrics fun, as is heard on the song "Alien To Me." Fans of Joe Walsh will definitely appreciate "Drives It Home", a fun CD with energetic rock tunes and rock solid guitar solos.

-Diane and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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