Indie Spotlight: Eowyn Says Goodbye
We’ve been following the ministry and musical journey of Eowyn for the last few months, but it looks like God is calling her down a different road. With a heavy heart and the loving support of her Husband she sent us this e-mail to say thanks for the support these last 10 years and hello to the new journey God is calling her too. We’re sad for Eowyn, but will wait in anticipation and prayer that He shows her where to walk. Read more
Get to know: Cool Hand Luke
With humble beginnings in Tennessee, the history of Cool Hand Luke reads like the outline to a good novel:
- Band forms in 1998 at Middle State University.
- Band signs to Floodgate Records in 2002.
- Band puts out two records.
- Band tours country with The Myriad, Norma Jean, Switchfoot, Anathallo, As Cities Burn (to name a few) and sells thousands of records.
- Time for the climax, right? Almost.
Indie Spotlight: Sonflowerz
With not one, but TWO singles (My Adoration and Edge Of My Seat) hovering near the top of the CRW Indie top 30 for the past few weeks now, I’d not be surprised if you were already familiar with Becca and Elissa Leander - AKA The Sonflowerz.
Grounded firmly in praise music, these ladies from Colorado Springs weave terrific songs and are comfortable writing ballads and catchy, bigger than life pop tunes - Think Delirious? meets Bethany Dillon. Read more
Indie News: Ilia rocks Lifest… TWICE!
Hey, if you’re fortunate enough to be headed to Lifest this weekend, be sure to check out The Edge Main Stage at 3:45pm on Saturday and then, on The Pit Stage at 8:00pm as Ilia, the rockers from AK will be rocking the land of cheese hard and well.
In addition to the rockin’ at the festivals this summer, the ladies also have a very full schedule coming up that will keep them on the road steadily through September. Not bad considering just a few months ago they were sitting on a bus with Eowyn wondering if they’d be able to even get that tour off the ground. Now it appears they’re even going to be making a west coast run and maybe, just maybe even be near Sacramento….
The economics of being indie…
We cover bands like Radiohead and Nine Inch Nails, that have successfully gone into self promotion, and the money they make is impressive. Do they still count as indies? I think not… When I think about the true indie artists we’ve covered here in our spotlight, I wonder if they’re going to be economically viable in the future.
I’m in California, so gas here is hovering around $4.50 a gallon right now. Diesel is right around $5.00 a gallon. If you’re driving a van that gets 10 miles per gallon, and gas is $4.50, it costs you $.045 to go 1 mile. Go on a 100 mile tip for a gig - 50 miles each way - and you’re talking $45.00 just to get there and back. Nevermind if you have to rent a PA or pay someone to help you load in and out… Almost half a C-note JUST TO GET THERE? Read more
Indie Spotlight: Reaching for Mercy
Reaching For Mercy is a family, a band, a ministry. They are currently in the studio working on 2 releases. The first is their sophomore offering, which is yet to be named. The second is a collection of worship music done their way. Some originals hopfully but mostly their favorites of what is out there. Anyone who has been to one of their shows knows that they love to kick up the worship whenever they can. Read more
Eowyn moves into Top 20 with “Silent Screams”
One of the first indie bands that Scott ever covered in our Tuesday Indie Spotlight feature was Eowyn. Since then, she’s been blessed in many ways by God. Now, it looks like there’s more good news on the way, according to this e-mail she sent us…
Hey guys!
I just wanted to update you on my radio single, “Silent Screams”. It has been 10 weeks on the National Radio chart for Christian Rock Radio and this week moved to number 20 on the chart! I am so excited that this single has done well and SO thankful to all of you who have requested this single in your area and once again to the radio stations for playing it!!
Indie Spotlight: Destination 7
Destination 7 is a 6 piece band from Los Angeles, CA. D7 have integrated rock, blues,funk, soul, and classical influences into their music, while still creating a unique and fresh sound. With powerhouse vocals, stellar musicianship, catchy hooks, and nostalgic undertones, their 2007 release “Wait For the Sun” appeals to a wide demographic of people, both Christian and secular. Each song on the record is a testimony, and a glimpse into the life of lead singer Natasha Ponticelli; a girl who once called herself an “Atheist of Atheist’s”. Read more
HM Magazine to feature Eowyn
We’ve featured Eowyn before in our Tuesday Indie Spotlight feature. Well, according to this e-mail we just got from her things are really starting to pick up.
Hey guys,
I just wanted to share some cool news with you all. I have been chosen by HM Magazine as one of their “Picks of the Litter” for their July/August issue! I’ve loved this magazine for a long time, so I’m really excited about this.
Be sure to get your copy of this issue as soon as it hits the stores to read what HM Magazine thinks of the new album “Silent Screams”. I’m hoping it’s good since it’s under their “picks” section
