Kama Linden Returns And Gets Countrified

Do you remember MySpace? It used to be “the” social media outlet several years ago and then Facebook moved into the forefront. I discovered quite a few very talented and interesting artists thanks to that site. Kama Linden was one of those artists that I ran across; a beautiful woman with a powerful, yet angelic voice and an infectious personality and attitude. The more I looked into the artist, the more intrigued I became with her. Her 2008 album Better Late Than Never helped to prove that she was no one trick pony; she is an artist of many layers.

Well, Kama is back and is solidifying her versatility in the world of music by going country on her new release Southern Comfort. Now, before you scratch your head and start to wonder why on the world did she go that route, step back for a moment and think about her previous releases. There were country and folky elements apparent throughout Better Late Than never as well as her 2006 album Uninhibited, so is this really that big of a stretch?

Southern Comfort combines all the elements that make Kama great at what she does: catchy songs and infectious melodies, plus her sassy attitude is all over the album. It’s not what one would consider old school country, but more modern country that has that pop feel to it. I think the opening track “Make Room For Mama” sets the tone for what can be expected on the album. This one is a toe tapper and it is sassy and I love that Kama’s personality seems to shine on this one. For the most part, the album is very upbeat and so infectious that you can’t help but to tap your toes.

There are several standout tracks on here including the title track, which may be somewhat autobiographical with lyrics such as “trade in my Yankee cap for a cowboy hat” and “I want to get back to my music roots”. The track “Jersey Girl” is another track that may be somewhat autobiographical in its content as well. Kama wrote all of the songs on the album, so that fact wouldn’t surprise me at all. Her vocal delivery on these songs, as well as the entire album, is sweet to the ear and so comforting. It’s hard not to fall in love with a voice like that.

Now, I do have to admit that I really like when Kama applies the brakes and slows the tempo down to do a slower, mellow type of song. She definitely delivers this time around with “That Way” as well as “Do What You Gotta Do”. I love the up tempo toe tappers, but there is just something really special about her songs when she changes up like that; her voice is smooth like butter.

Overall, I think this is probably the most solid album that she has delivered to date. Kama seems focused and determined this time around more than ever. She assembled a top notch group of musicians to help record this album and the deliver in a major way. It does have that country twang to it and the fiddle and steel guitar are great instruments to help provide such a flavor. The album definitely packs more substance to it than a good part of what’s on Top 40 radio right now. Do yourself a favor, you need to give this Kama Linden a listen and Southern Comfort would be a great introduction to the world of this super talented artist.

http://soundcloud.com/kama-linden

https://itunes.apple.com/au/album/southern-comfort/id600141227

http://www.kamalindenmusic.com/

Orianthi Proves She's More Than Just A Hot Chick With A Guitar

Orianthi is an amazing guitarist who has already played alongside some of the biggest names in music in her young career. I had the privilege to interview her recently for Rock Revolt Magazine:

http://www.rockrevoltmagazine.com/interview-orianthi/

Rock's Latest Super Group Emerges

It's been a while since the label "super group" has been thrown around the music industry. Well, it's time to dust it off because a very special one has come together to rock the world. S.U.N., or Something Unto Nothing, consists of Sass Jordan on vocals, Brian Tichy (Whitesnake/Foreigner) on guitar, Michael Devin (Whitesnake/Bonham/Kenny Wayne Sheppard) on bass and Tommy Stewart (Godsmack/Fuel/Everclear) on drums. Their debut album has just been unleashed and I had the honor of talking to Sass Jordan about the album and what was in-store for this amazing band. You can read all about it here: 

http://rockrevoltmagazine.com/Magazine/March2013/RockRevoltIssue3.html

Plus, here is my review of their amazing debut album:

http://www.rockrevoltmagazine.com/s-u-n-album-review-sass-jordan/

Those Devilish Boys From Charm City Devils

The Charm City Devils seemed to come out of nowhere with their interesting spin on the song "Man of Constant Sorrow" that most people associate with the movie O' Brother, Where Art Thou. These guys are one of the hardest working bands around, both on-stage and off. I got the chance to talk with lead singer John Allen about the band and the crazy year that they had. You can read all about it here:

http://www.rockrevoltmagazine.com/charmcitydevilsjohnalleninterview/

Jason Newsted Returns With Metal

Jason Newsted stepped into a spotlight after the tragic death of Metallica bassist Cliff Burton. He took over that spot on bass and was there when Metallica crossed over into mega-stardom. He abruptly left the band, but continued to make music. He recently returned to the spotlight with a new EP entitled Metal which is flavored in old-school Metallica that longtime fans crave. I sat down with Jason and talked to him about his new project, his paintings and the state of the music industry. You can read all about it here:

http://www.rockrevoltmagazine.com/jason-newsted-intervie/

Soulbleed Stay True To Their Metal Roots

Soulbleed is a band who take their music and their influences very seriously. If you are craving some metal that manages to blend brutality and honesty with a rawness that is real, then this band will deliver what you are craving. If you want to learn more about them, then check out my interview with guitarist Steve Marshall:

http://www.rockrevoltmagazine.com/soulbleedinterview/

Alice Sweet Alice : A Sound That's Familiar Yet Unlike Anything You've Ever Heard Before

Alice Sweet Alice is a band that somehow takes their influences and adds their own flair to them to create a sound that's familiar to the ears, yet they don't sound like anything you have ever heard before. The band has a unique vision and a drive that really make them stand out. Check out my interview with founder Scott Martinez:

http://www.rockrevoltmagazine.com/alicesweetaliceinterview/