"50 Sticks of Dynamite" by 50 Sticks of Dynamite (Rock Artist from Ventura County, CA)

The talented group, 50 Sticks of Dynamite, and their debut, self titled CD, will impress you with an excellent collection of Rock/Blues songs. This album is comprised of the hot sounds of the banjo, blues harmonica, terrific vocals, and dynamic instrumentation and shows just how genuine this group is about its roots and sound. The energetic song, "Last Train," has a toe tapping rhythm and a fun melody that is sung with strong and solid clarity. Another song, "Before We Meet Again," has an easy flowing beat that grooves with a solid bass line, emotive vocals, and sweet banjo riffs. The last track, "Rise Up (Bonus Track) [Garage Days]," amazes with its funky groove and tight precision. If you listen to Jimi Hendrix or Mumford and Sons then you will definitely appreciate the well crafted Rock/Blues songs on the outstanding CD, "50 Sticks of Dynamite."

-Diane and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Praeludium" by Chris Acquavella (Classical Artist from San Diego, CA)

The artistic musician, Chris Acquavella, releases a brilliant solo Classical CD, "Praeludium," featuring his marvelous talents on the mandolin. Acquavella, who has performed solo and with chamber groups, reveals memorable shades of the mandolin by covering Classical music ranging from Baroque to Contemporary. He offers a colorful variety of songs that span the ages of Classical music. Opening up the album, "Fantasia No.1," one can feel the passion that Acquavella emanates on this song. Another song, "El Duende," is elegant as one is stimulated by the lyrical excitement played by this talented artist. "Polcha Variata," is a song that impresses with its lively tonality and precise accuracy. Fans of Classical music will truly appreciate the magical sounds of the mandolin on the superb album, "Praeludium."

-Diane and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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