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Hey music fans!

Maybe it's something about the crisp autumn air headed our way here in New Jersey, but we're excited about fall. We've also got a back-to-school work ethic happening that means fresh reviews, regularly updated news bits, more interviews, features and contests to come! And many are already here!

Take, for instance, our latest reviews of Jen Chapen, Kai Brown and Pat McGee Band. Or learn more about our latest craze, Ingrid Michaelson, as we talk with her about the most-darling music she makes. You won't be disappointed with all that's buzzing around here, because we're ready to bring you more great artists. Be sure to visit http://www.myspace.com/hotelcafe to hear about Cary Brothers latest tour entourage, stopping at a city near you. And who knows, maybe you'll catch us at a tri-state area show before the snow comes. Heck, we'll travel in that, too — for the right band!

As always, feel free to contact us with comments or questions. Enjoy rehashing your sweaters, sharpening your pencils and tuning in for great music.

All our best,

Kristen and Dan
DiscoveringArtists.com

Latest Reviews

Ingrid Michaelson: Slow the Rain

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She's got a voice that crosses somewhere between Maren Ord, Vanessa Carlton and Adrienne, that's why Michaelson sits at the very top of our 'best discoveries' list. If there's one song to listen to, it's "Morning Lullabies," a gentle piano track that rocks back and forth softly, leaving a wide open space for Michaelson's voice to fill. And boy, does it. Every tone shines, every note soars as her simple voice resonates with a feminine touch. Her sound is so intimate in, "A Bird's Song," while her last track, "I'll See You in My Dreams" features a country tone to it, an old-fashioned sound that isn't a typical one I'd seek, but one that was nice to hear. You really get the coffeehouse feel with this one, and something about her voice really nudges at the soul.
Favorite Tracks: Around You, Morning Lullabies
Rating: 5 stars

Kat Parsons: No Will Power

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She's got a voice like Kristin Cifelli with the edge of Cindy Alexander. She's feisty yet soft, and that combination immediately lures you in. It search song soars, especially, "To Return to You," in which she sings the simple mantra, "I am leaving/To return to you." The appeal with Kat Parsons is not only her voice, but these meaningful lyrics that expose feelings of vulnerability and emotion. And the album's origins are interesting, too. When her fans dogged her for an album to fill the void between her high-voltage performances, Kat asked them to put their money where their mouths were. Fans stepped up and stacked the chips to the tune of more than $18,000 before Parsons ever recorded a note.
Favorite Tracks: No Will Power, Remains
Rating: 5 stars

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News

Blow Up Hollywood Donates CD Profits to Katrina Victims
Purchase any Blow Up Hollywood CD from cdbaby.com/all/blowuphollywood and all the profits will go directly to the American Red Cross to help the victims of the Hurricane disaster. You can also contribute directly to www.redcross.org. For more, visit www.blowuphollywood.com

Michael Tolcher Song Free on iTunes
Michael Tolcher's hit track, "Sooner or Later" gets ready to hit the airwaves and iTunes will be featuring it as their FREE "Download of the Week!" starting September 7th. Stay tuned and visit www.michaeltolcher.com to check out his tour dates with Josh Kelley.

Ari Hest to release new EP
Recently, Ari, his drummer Scott Seiver, and his bass player Rob Calder all gathered in the studio to record five brand-new songs for the new Limited Edition Guilty Hearts EP. The EP will also include a bonus video - a behind-the-scenes look into the studio and the making of Guilty Hearts - and a downloadable lyric sheet. The disc is currently available for pre-order at Awarestore.com (to be released September 13, 2005) and will also be available for purchase during the September tour dates listed below. This is a limited edition and only a small number have been printed so hurry and order your copy online today!

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