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Rachel Nichole is a vibrant young singer fresh on the music scene. Her first release, “Over The Rainbow” is a live A Capella rendition of the classic song originally performed by Judy Garland in The Wizard of Oz. This beautiful release is due out November 18 through HearYou Music.

Although new to the stage, Rachel’s performance is strong and alive. This is certainly an artist to watch in the future.

The second release by Thought Penny, entitled “Snowflakes and Stardust” will be released on November 19. This EP is a far cry from their previous self-titled release, Thought Penny.

Snowflakes and Stardust is a live performance of their classical music written over the past four years. Both Doug and Christine have a strong background in classical music, so this was not a stretch for either of them. This EP truly shows their musical diversity.

Track List:

Snowflakes and Stardust

Fever

Tell Me

Created Beginnings

Bath of Time Serenade

Snowflakes and Stardust Reprise

About Thought Penny

Thought Penny is the newest project by Doug and Christine Cochran who believe thoughts are one of the most sought after commodities out there. We share these thoughts with others on a daily basis...

German metal guitarist and songwriter, MARC VANDERBERG, schedules US release of “The Four Elements” for November 20, 2015.

MARC VANDERBERG‘s debut single,”Key to Your Heart,” was released in October 2014 and his debut EP, “The 4 Elements,” was released in Europe in May 2015. MARC is planning a US release of “The Four Elements” through HEARYOU MUSIC on November 20.

“I am very excited about the cooperation with HEARYOU MUSIC. These guys really believe in my music”, says MARC.

ABOUT MARC VANDERBERG:

MARC VANDERBERG is a guitarist/songwriter. All the songs are written, played, produced, mixed and mastered by Marc himself. He describes his genre as Hard Rock / Metal Rock...

How long has Long in the Tooth been together?

We have been together for going on six years now.

What would you say is your favorite experience playing live? Your worst?

We would have to say playing the Whiskey a Go Go, House of Blues, and the Roxy on the Sunset strip in L.A. would be our favorites. While we have had tech problems, sound problems, and all manner of stuff happen when we play live, we honestly believe we have never had a bad show.

You have added a new lead vocalist. What would you say is his greatest contribution to the music?

Adding Anthony as vocalist and Dean on Guitar has giving the band an energy and level of musicianship that has, well magic!!!!!

Who writes your music?

Jeff comes up with the feel for the song , then the whole band comes together a...

James D Smith

James D Smith grew up in rural Louisiana listening to his mom’s old 45’s – Loretta Lynn, Tammy Wynette, Merle Haggard, and all the greats of that era. It comes as no surprise that these were his greatest influences. As he began to sing karaoke in the local bars, he patterned his singing style after Merle Haggard and became quite well known locally.

In the early 2000’s, he attended a benefit concert where he was introduced to Cathy Lemmon, Robert Metzger from Capitol Records, and Charlie Rich, Jr.  They introduced him to a talent scout and he auditioned for Capitol Records. He went to Nashville and recorded his 3 song EP with the studio band used on Dolly Parton’s CD at the time.

James has a deep baritone voice that is the perfect sound for the southern country style of his...

Agony in the Garden is a fantastic alternative metal band we found recently through HearYou Music.  After listening to the songs off his new EP, we stopped and took a moment to find out where this awesome music came from.  The EP will be released on May 1 with digital presales available on Amazon MP3 now.  Be sure to listen for them here on The Howl on May 1!

What is your name?  Mack Perry

Where are you from? Dayton Ohio

What is the name of your band?  Agony In The Garden

Who else is in your band?  It’s just me at the moment

How would you describe yourself? Rock, Metal, Alternative band and a bit of everything in between.

Who are your main influences musically? Ronnie James Dio, Mark Tremonti, Alter Bridge, Sevendust, Dishwalla, Dream Theater, Breaking Benjamin, Joe Satriani, An...

Through the Silence – Debt of Words

Through the Silence is an amazing Metalcore band from Portugal that we found recently.  They are very tight and have an awesome sound.  In December of 2014, they released their EP, “Debt of Words” physically in Portugal.  They are currently releasing their EP, “Debt of Words” worldwide through digital distribution with HearYou Music. The official release date for digital distribution will be May 8.

We sat down and talked with them for a minute.  Just thought I’d share with you a little of what we learned about these guys.

What is your name?  Pedro Freitas

What instrument do you play?  Guitar and vocals

Where are you from? Terceira Island, Azores, Portugal

What is the name of the band?  Through The Silence

Who are the members of the band and...

Congratulations to Car for figuring out all 3 songs on Snip-its #53 from The Howl. Not only getting entered into the drawing for a $25.00 (US) gift card to Blue Boutique (to be drawn after the end of the month), but also scoring 2500L$ on SecondLife.

For those of you following along at home …

Snip-its #53
April Wine – Big City Girls
Avril Lavigne – Here’s To Never Growing Up
Cavo – Champagne

Snip-its #54 debuted today. A fresh chance to get into that monthly drawing.

Good luck!

I have had the privilege of hearing Red Velvet Crush on more than one occasion and have to say they are amazing.  Jilian has an amazing voice that will wow any crowd.  Their music will be featured here on The Howl very soon so be sure to listen in for the releases!

Q & A

Welcome Legion the AK to the Howl!  I decided to do a Q & A session with Wade while I sit and listen to his music at http://www.reverbnation.com/legiontheak