Featured Artists
Kelley Hunt
Hunt’s 2014 release, “THE BEAUTIFUL BONES”, her 6th and 4th as co-producer, has been universally hailed by press, radio and fans as the best work of her career. It offers a dozen superbly crafted songs that blend timeless music with a contemporary perspective drawing a bead on modern life with grace, humor and gravity through the earthy poetry of her lyrics.
Maxim Vaga
As a singer, songwriter and producer who combines various influences from blues, soul, alternative and urban folk in his cross-genre compositions, Maxim Vaga embarks on a journey through musical styles from all directions and different eras to give his songs a timeless character and unite supposed opposites in a playful, experimental way.
Celso Salim & Darryl Carriere
Making music together for over 2 decades, Brazilian guitarist Celso Salim and California harmonica player Darryl Carriere present “About Time” – their first record in collaboration. Released by Wide Tracks Recordings, the long-awaited album features 10 original compositions and was produced by Mike Hightower and Celso himself.
Sue Decker
Sue Decker’s rich and warm voice, distinctive slide guitar playing, and authentic songwriting make for a powerful combination. Ever since learning to play her first guitar chords in a bluegrass jam at the age of thirty-five, Sue has been discovering her truth in song. These days, her music inhabits the borderlands where blues, folk, country, and soul meet.
Caroline Ferrara
Caroline Ferrara, born in Zurich, Switzerland. The 26 year old singer and songwriter studied jazz vocals in Zurich and Cardiff. After that, she lived in Paris for a while, seeking inspiration and collecting songwriting ideas. Her next projects include an EP coming out in spring and a French chanson program dedicated to the French singer Barbara in late autumn 2024.
Granvil Poynter
Quietly working under the radar is how one friend describes Granvil Poynter and his music. But he has not gone unnoticed! He has won best blues artist in the San Antonio music awards. Billy F. Gibbons has tapped him for shows with ZZ Top and for Mr. Gibbon’s solo tour. With the release of his new album “Cigarettes and Gin” maybe it’s time the world took notice of this San Antonio musician! Only time will tell.
Timo Gross
“When I first saw Pete Townshend on TV doing his windmill guitar strum and the power behind it, I knew: that was what I wanted to do,” says Timo Gross. And then there’s Eric Clapton, who captivated the teenager. He whispers from the TV: Timo, your heart belongs to the blues, and that’s exactly how you want to play guitar.
Carey Brazil
Professional performing musician for 42 years. Steeped in the blues although accomplished at playing other styles of music. Songwriter, recording artist. At my studio, W3B, I produce, engineer, and record various artists and bands, and have been for the last 20 years. Living my best life note by note!
Tarantulas
Tarantulas blues band formed in 2015 in Orlando, Florida, inspired by the original raw blues styles of early blues artists Muddy Waters and Howlin’ Wolf, as well as later artists RL Burnside, Junior Kimbrough and T Model Ford.
Marc Blackwell
Marc Blackwell is a singer-songwriter-producer in Arizona, USA. He writes and produces in many genres and styles, but bluesy-gritty-Americana-rock is a favorite. Every album or EP ends up with several in this genre, all co-written with Dean Brantley Taylor.
Chad Greene
Chad’s debut EP, The Iceman Strummeth, has been written about in Rolling Stone, and tells pun-driven tales of heartache and the complexity of human relationships. The Iceman Strummeth was produced by the inimitable Skyway Man and features vocals by Anna Nalick (“Breathe (2 AM)”).
Scott Nolan
Scott Nolan is an acclaimed Folk/Roots songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer and poet from Winnipeg, Manitoba, Treaty One territory. He has released 8 albums since 2005. He is known for his evocative, intimate performances and engaging, often humorous, between song patter.
Albana
Albana Bilalli is an Albanian soul, R&B, funk & jazz singer / songwriter and music composer. Lately, she has embarked on the recording process for her highly anticipated new album, “Dancing Moon.” This album promises to be a captivating musical journey, filled with enchanting melodies and heartfelt lyrics.
Alex Henley
Alex Henley is a dynamic blues/soul musician known for electrifying performances and soulful sound. Alex delivers a high-energy blend of classic blues and modern soul, creating a sound that is both nostalgic and contemporary. With a repertoire that ranges from sultry ballads to funky grooves, he always delivers a soulful and authentic experience for audiences of all ages.
Leon Laudenbach
Leon Laudenbach is a singer songwriter from St. Cloud Minnesota who has been performing his original compositions for the past 30 years, on stages throughout the upper Midwest. He spent his youth growing up on a farm bordering the Mississippi River. Being immersed in music and the river as a backdrop led to serious daydreaming, that proved to be the resource for the hundreds of songs he wrote.