Genre: Rock/Pop
Decades Active: 00s
Ex-Sensitive the new album from singer-songwriter Ben Jelen, is all about love. But listeners familiar with Jelen’s debut LP (Give It All Away/Maverick Records) – a lush and romantic tribute to a girl named Isabel – may be surprised to learn that the object of Jelen’s affection in Ex-Sensitive isn’t a girl at all. It’s the Planet Earth and... [+] Read More
Genre: Rock/Pop
The first unsigned recording artist to perform live on the Ellen Degeneres Show, Joe just recorded his newest CD in Vancouver with producer Bill Bell (Jason Mraz, Tom Cochrane, Shaye). The new 6-song VanCity EP is Joe’s 3rd independent release. Joe is currently gearing up for two European tours in 2008. Originally from the Indianapolis,... [+] Read More
Genre: Rock/Pop
Decades Active: 90s, 00s
After a short-lived stint at the Berklee College of Music, where he had a "great learning experience, but not because of class," John Mayer set down roots in Atlanta, where his music career hit the ground running. After one year in Atlanta, he released his debut solo album, Inside Wants Out, in 1999. At the same time, he became a regular in the... [+] Read More
Genre: Rock/Pop
Decades Active: 00s
Young songwriter Scott Wesley combines pop, rock, and reggae in a bright new sound out of Chicago. The singer / guitarist is quite the instrumentalist, studying also piano, drums, and bass. He credits the Grateful Dead, Phish, the String Cheese Incident, and Moe as major influences in this regard. As an artist, Scott has been most heavily... [+] Read More
Genre: Folk
Austin Jennings was born September 23rd, 1984 in a fairly large city called Huntsville, Alabama. "Well, fairly large for Alabama..." Austin's family wasn't full of musicians, but music was always present in his upbringing.
Austin had a great love for music from a very early age. From dancing to mom's Paula Abdul, to singing along with...
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Genre: Rock/Pop
Decades Active: 00s
Before Buddahead, there was Raman Kia. He was born in Iran, where learning piano offered a respite from the harsh drumbeat of daily violence. Kia fled the country while still a boy, and studied in England before eventually settling in New York City. It was there that pal Leona Naess nicknamed him Buddahead, and his lush adult alternative sound... [+] Read More
Genre: Rock/Pop
With a voice born in the dust of a rodeo arena, and seasoned in the fire of a life less than perfect stands Evan Garner. Just a small town kid, that no one ever gave a shot to become much of anything, Evan is becoming a more prominent voice in the Nashville area every day. A sound best characterized as "uniquely familiar". With a style and sound... [+] Read More
Genre: Rock/Pop
Decades Active: 00s
Singer/songwriter Gavin DeGraw grew up playing music at home with piano studies beginning at eight and later playing in cover bands with his older brother in upstate New York. After a brief stint studying music at the prestigious Berklee School of Music, DeGraw, who had been writing his own songs since his cover band days, decided to make a go... [+] Read More
Genre: Rock/Pop
Decades Active: 00s
Before Jack Johnson perfected his rock star ways, he was a champion surfer on the professional route, with a sponsorship with Quiksilver. It was a life that was second nature for the Hawaiian native, for he began chasing waves as a toddler, and by the time he was 17, he was an outstanding athlete on the pipeline. However, Johnson was also... [+] Read More
Genre: Rock/Pop
Unable to be encapsulated by a single title, Justin Brogdon is many forms of an artist….a singer, a guitarist, a songwriter. His unique fusion of artforms culminate into a medley of lyrics and music, striking a chord within all who hear the soulful artist. Listeners become captivated by the familiarity of the unfolding story lines in... [+] Read More
Genre: Rock/Pop
Decades Active: 00s
Born in Eugene, OR, singer/songwriter Mat Kearney began his musical career at California State University, Chico, where he studied literature and played on the soccer team. After completing his junior year, Kearney went to Nashville with friend and producer Robert Marvin, with the intention of only staying the summer to lay down a few songs.... [+] Read More
Genre: Folk
"One of the more promising new acts I've heard in awhile"
-Mark Bryan, Hootie and the Blowfish
"One of the more impressive artists involved with TAXI"
-Taxi, A&R Company
Sean Fournier is a lyrically-driven singer/songwriter. With an acoustic guitar in hand and a pocket full of songs, he continues on his quest for...
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Genre: Rock/Pop
Stephanie Parker is a college student who writes and records songs in her spare time. Singing since she was 4 years old, Stephanie has never had any professional training but has an intense passion for music.
Genre: Rock/Pop
Decades Active: 00s
2005 was a big year for actor, model, and singer Steven Strait. He had a supporting role in Disney's sci-fi sendup Sky High before appearing opposite Pell James and Ashlee Simpson in the summer 2005 teen movie Undiscovered as a struggling musician who falls in love with James' aspiring model character. The film's soundtrack also featured six... [+] Read More
Genre: Rock/Pop
Decades Active: 00s
Sort of a more rakish, English version of young American pop singers like Jason Mraz, Justin Timberlake, and Gavin DeGraw, East London roustabout Tyler James made a name for himself since debuting with the buoyant, R&B-flavored single "Why Do I Do?" in 2004. His journey actually started in 2001, but record company monkey business prevented James... [+] Read More