Keith Andrew Grim, vocalist, guitarist and songwriter from Dallastown, Pennsylvania, has been making a strong & steady growth in his concerts and his career. For the last 24 years, Keith has played at churches and community events, giving his audiences a mix of acoustic guitar & vocals influenced by folk/pop, classic rock, country, and classical […]
Spotlight on Anna Morgan Michel: Heart Full of Songs!
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Anna Morgan Michel is a girl with a guitar, a powerful voice, and a heart full of songs! She started singing at age two, by age six was writing her own songs, and now just 13 years old, Anna Morgan has already built a reputation as a singer and songwriter with a versatile style that […]
Seth Glier: Doing “The Next Right Thing”
When singer/songwriter/pianist/guitarist/Grammy® nominee Seth Glier steps up to the mic, he wants his audience to do more than hear songs… he wants to help them experience a life change. For Seth, seeking to do “The Next Right Thing” has more to do with a way of life than a mere album or song title. Seth […]
Make a Connection, Share Your Life: Rev K in the Spotlight
Rev K, singer/songwriter from Wetaskiwin Alberta, plays a mixture of folk, country, and blues. A solo act, he plays guitars, harmonica, and sings with a style of his own. His love is to share his music with others. But in sharing his music, he’s actually sharing pieces of his own life. In his own words, […]
Time to Shine: Dawn King Inspires
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When it comes right down to it, Dawn King‘s life is a love story. Her tale is one filled with a love for life, a love for family and friends, and a type of love that is sadly missing in many people’s lives: self-love. But one of the most meaningful aspects of this love story […]
Sydney Mae: From Bootcamp to Talent Show Winner
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A big congratulations to 12- year-old singer/songwriter Sydney Mae from Alberta Canada, winner of the Ponoka Stampede 2013 Talent Show! With 12 artists vying for top position, Sydney knew she needed to bring her best to the stage. Musically she had a great song (“Mama’s Broken Heart”), an incredible voice that belies her age (Sydney […]
Extreme Changes: Spotlight on FireDean & The Brooklyn Garden Club
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From oil rig… to alt-rock band… to an acoustic based alt-folk band… FireDean has been through some changes! FireDean’s musical journey started on an oil rig in SW Louisiana. While there, his voice was brought to the attention of the choir director at a local Pentecostal Church. An audition followed – along with instructions to […]
New Release Hits Radio: Spotlight on Herrick
Fans label the band Herrick “A Breath of Fresh Air.” Different is intriguing, and Herrick has been winning fans and music insiders with every show they play. Their innate instinct for creating high quality music has helped Herrick stand out from the crowd as they tour to standing room only crowds across the country. And […]
The Spotlight’s on Merry Ellen Kirk: More Than a Songwriter
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A young explorer at heart, Merry Ellen Kirk challenges the stigma of the formulaic love song, daring her audience to consider the world in a new light. More than a songwriter, transcending the gift of a poet, and using her exquisitely enchanting voice, her lyrics and melodies stretch hearts and imaginations to the point of […]
Christian Band Kindred on the Rise: Backstage Artist Spotlight
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Five young people with an affinity to each other in style… Christian rock band KINDRED is going places! From East Texas, this group’s sound is a blend of lyrical expression and intricate instrumentation. Each member has navigated through life experiences, thinking about where they are meant to go with their style of music. With a […]
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