'The Independent Music Show Magazine' February 2024 | Page 9

BEN REEL "Inshallah Shalom"

GENRE: ROOTS ROCK

Inshallah Shalom (God willing peace) has received great response from DJ's

worldwide and I was especially delighted that it has been played 4 times

already on RTE Radio 1. Special thanks to Fiachna O'Braonain (Hothouse

Flowers member) who really picked up on its message of peace and hope.

I was told by people while playing this song live on tour in Germany last

week that it needs to be heard Internationally. I am asking all you good folks

DJ's out there to help me spread this message of peace.

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Pepper Brooks is a Singer Songwriter from Birmingham Alabama. Born in 1976

he is old enough to remember simpler times but still young enough to

appreciate the newer aged things. Growing up in a small town near Oxford

Alabama the small town living taught him at a young age to value friends,

family, and hard work.

A resident of Tennessee just south of Nashville he has taken his music career

to the next level.

Ricky Lee "Traveling Minstrel Show"

GENRE: americana/roots

Ricky Lee (aka Rick Linn) is a musician, singer, songwriter, arranger, recording engineer and producer from the great state of Texas. Ricky has been performing live music in various venues since 1974. Many different bands, genres, churches. In the early 1990's, Ricky began experimenting with music composition, mostly instrumental, using various

keyboard music "workstations". That music covered mostly Jazz and New Age genres. Ricky is

proficient on several musical instruments.

In 2014, Ricky decided to focus his musical efforts on original music, writing vocal oriented songs

in collaboration with a few other lyric writers. These songs are pretty much about everyday life,

things and people. The genre is up to whatever you think it is. Its easy to put the "Americana" label

on much of it. The majority of instrumentation you hear, and all vocals, are by Ricky. "Sailin' Shoes",

named after the Little Feat song from the early 1970's, was formed in 2016 to focus on originals

while also playing covers. Thanks for listening and your support of original music!

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Ridge Banks "Stare Too Long"

Genre: Country/Americana

Nashville-based singer-songwriter Ridge Banks showcases his deep-rooted influences in the

finger-picking traditions of musical legends like Jim Croce and John Denver with the release of his

latest single, "Stare Too Long." This enchanting track, centered around the theme of love at first sight,

underscores Ridge's exceptional talent for crafting compelling narratives. His distinctive "Rugged

Acoustic" sound weaves together intricate picking patterns and storytelling finesse, creating a

musical tapestry that captivates listeners. With the infusion of 3-part harmonies and tight

dynamics, "Stare Too Long" seamlessly integrates into Ridge's unique musical realm, blending

elements of Blues, Rock, and Country. The song's authenticity and uplifting vibe reflect Ridge's

ability to transcend genres while maintaining a cohesive and engaging style.

Pepper Brooks "America I Miss You"

GENRE: Country

GENRE: BLUES

GENRE: Americana/Pop

GENRE: Americana/Pop

GENRE: Americana/Pop

GENRE: Pop/Americana

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