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MICHAEL J. MEDIA: NOVEMBER 2009 NEWSLETTER AND CLIENT ROSTER

Compilation CD’s of the entire MJM roster available to industry on request. Simply send us an e-mail!

[ New Clients & New or Recent Releases ]

The Mary Dream: This Kind of Life (December 2009) The Mary Dream The long awaited follow-up from dreamy alt-pop duo, who have been working meticulously to create their own unique sound and style. Though they possess a dreamy, melodic sound all their own, The Mary Dream has been compared to the likes of The Sundays, Sixpence None The Richer, Sarah McLachlan, Heather Nova, Mazzy Star, Fiona Apple, and Natalie Merchant. www.themarydream.com

Will Kimbrough: Wings (February 2010) Singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist/producer Will Kimbrough’s songs have been recorded by Jimmy Buffett, Little Feat, Jack Ingram, and Todd Snider. He has released five solo discs and five albums with his bands DADDY (Will Kimbrough and Tommy Womack), the Bis-Quits, and Will and the Bushmen. Will’s 2005 album Americanitis cast a critical eye on America in the early 21^st century and his most recent solo CD is 2007’s EP. Earlier this summer, DADDY (Will Kimbrough and Tommy Womack) released their latest effort, For a Second Time, and now Kimbrough is returning with his latest solo effort, Wings, set for release in February 2010. www.willkimbrough.com

The Villains self-titled (February 2, 2010) The eight tracks on the debut album by Atlanta based band The Villains is a look into the eyes and hearts of a band with real life stories to tell. From breezy optimism to the reflective musings of a band on the road, The Villains weave a seamless backdrop of rock, pop and country that speaks to the soul. The sound is fun and reflective….they think you’ll agree. www.thevillainsband.com

Tim Mahoney: Minneapolis based artist has been making quite a name for himself over the last several years as a performing artist in and around the state of Minnesota, but now he’s added a new wrinkle to his repertoire—namely, his mom, Kathy Mahoney. The two have contributed a song to the holiday project A Twin Cities Christmas, “You Are My Christmas.” A Twin Cities Christmas, which features Minnesota artists exclusively, streets on November 10 and will be available on new music end caps in Target stores. It will also be the official soundtrack to Minneapolis’ Holiday Lights in the Park. www.timmahoney.com

Amy Speace: Her new album, The Killer In Me, marks a quantum creative leap from the artist's 2006 breakthrough effort Songs For Bright Street. While that release won her widespread critical acclaim and a loyal international fan base, The Killer In Me finds the Nashville-based singer/songwriter forging into deeper, darker lyrical and musical terrain, borne largely out of her self-imposed isolation during the final separation of her long marriage, and Speace is currently on tour supporting it. www.amyspeace.com

Amanda Henkel The tomboy who grew up loving country music on the shore of Lake Ponchartrain has come full circle, giving her all to the music that first inspired her. One by one, Amanda is captivating audiences the way she once worked her magic on press and photographers as a model, and the future seems hers for the taking. www.amandahenkel.net

Darling Cait: “I’m Like a Ninja” (Single) Darling Cait is an indie music and fashion darling. Currently preparing to release her debut single, "I'm Like A Ninja", her much-anticipated debut features the work of musician/producers Ian McGlynn and Dave Macarone (Shy Talkers). Classically rooted yet whimsically innovative, Darling Cait's sound is both nostalgic yet fresh with the quirky minimalism of acoustic toys. www.darlingcait.com

A Clever Con: Comprised of four strapping young lads, A Clever Con offers a sound that pleases the most picky of musical palates. Often defined as the illegitimate love child of Incubus and Rx Bandits raised by their dirty uncles, Dispatch and GlassJaw, ACC blends melodic, progressive and alternative rock with some tasty reggae, jazz and swing flavors added on top. www.myspace.com/aclevercon

Kentucky HeadHunters: Live/Agora Ballroom Cleveland Ohio May 13, 1990. On the 20^th anniversary of their groundbreaking Pickin’ On Nashville, the Authorized Bootleg series has premiered The Kentucky Headhunters Live/Agora Ballroom - Cleveland, Ohio - May 13, 1990 (Mercury/UM^e), released on September 22. www.kentuckyheadhunters.com

Sam Shrieve: Bittersweet Lullabies. The son of legendary drummer Michael Shrieve is quite the singer and songwriter, and his debut, Bittersweet Lullabies is a combination of his influences—Jeff Buckley, Joni Mitchell, The Beatles, Paul Simon and Chet Baker. www.samshrieve.com

Chris Knight: Trailer II Like its predecessor, the twelve songs on Trailer II were recorded in the summer of 1996 inside of Knight’s sweltering singlewide in a field just outside of Slaughters, Kentucky (population 238, including Chris). www.chrisknight.net

Ian McGlynn The Summer of Ian digital single campaign became sidetracked due to technical difficulty, but it’s continuing into autumn with the release of “Listening In.” Commissioned especially for a Meg Ryan/Antonio Banderas feature, My Mom's New Boyfriend by the film's producer, Ian and his songwriting partner set out to fashion a big, bittersweet pop gem about paranoia and obsession. www.ianmcglynn.com

Without a Face: Worst Debut Album Ever): This debut is chock full of Henry Dillard's sarcastic and quirky spirit, calling to mind artists like They Might Be Giants, Violent Femmes, and The Dead Milkmen. www.myspace.com/withoutaface

Chris Schutz and the Tourists: Gemini: Philly based rock band with blues influences, Schutz’s songs are about everyday people and the trials and tribulations of his own collection of strange days, and The Tourists vary from just Chris to a six-piece band. www.chrisschutz.com

Blue Mother Tupelo: Heaven and Earth: Blue Mother Tupelo is the husband and wife team of Ricky and Micol Davis, whose music is unique, passionate, inspired and unaffected by musical genres. Blue Mother Tupelo is pure heart and soul. www.bluemothertupelo.com

Sarah VonderHaar: This VerveLife recording artist is be one of only a handful of female artists participating in the highly anticipated beta of MTV Games’ Rock Band Network and is touring throughout November and December regionally. www.sarahvonderhaar.com

The Iveys: s/t. Along with a melodic pop style and just a bit of twang to show their Texas roots, the band’s self-titled debut album is a solid collection of songs with heartfelt lyrics that transcend the trio’s youth. Check out a recent performance on Good Day Austin. www.theiveysmusic.com

[ Some Love for the Companies We Represent]

Bullz-Eye.com: With movie and music reviews, original entertainment features, sports commentary, men’s fitness columns, humor content, and blogs covering a wide range of topics, Bullz-Eye.com has become one of the premier entertainment sites for men between the ages of 18-34. Of course, there’s plenty of eye candy as well, with a new Featured Model layout every month along with weekly shoots of their beautiful Girls Next Door and Glamour Girls. Check out the new re-design of the site as well! http://www.bullz-eye.com/

[ On Tour ]

Jer Coons: Jer Coons’ debut LP, Speak, was released last month and just debuted at #194 on the FMQB Top 200. You can catch him on his nationwide tour, and hear his song "Legs" playing in all Hollister stores. www.jercoons.com

Farmer Jason/Jason Ringenberg: Internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter Jason Ringenberg (of Jason and the Scorchers) and his Farmer Jason character just won the 2009 Nashville Scene music award for “Best Before and After” validating what has been the most commercially successful creation of his storied career. Farmer Jason has a new DVD, It’s a . . . Farmer Jason! and is currently touring in support of it. www.farmerjason.com

Monte Montgomery This guitar virtuoso has embarked on an almost fantasy-like rock and roll roller coaster ride filled with dizzying accomplishments and mind-blowing accolades. Named one of the “Top 50 All-Time Greatest Guitar Players” by Guitar Player Magazine, he’s been called everything from “guitar-god” to the “answer to the Fermi Paradox”. www.montemontgomery.net

Ludo: Ludo has just re-released their out-of-print 2003 self-titled debut and 2005 rock opera follow-up, Broken Bride, currently available via the band’s own label, Redbird Records & Touring and the band is currently touring while working on their 2010 Island Records sophomore effort. The band also recently announced a side project called The New Heathers, which is also touring along with Without a Face. www.myspace.com/ludorock or www.myspace.com/thenewheathers

Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers: Known for blazing innovative trails with the release of several past projects, the white-hot foursome known as Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers was at it again with the web-only release of Glow In The Dark, a spectacularly sparkling live recording taped at Mexicali Blues in Teaneck, New Jersey in 2008. The band continues to tour and blaze more trails nationwide. www.azpeacemakers.com

Jim Photoglo Jim Photoglo’s multi-faceted musical career spans four decades and he continues to write songs and perform in support of his latest, Is It Me? released this past June. www.jimphotoglo.com

Paul Thorn: With an authentic connection to the music of the Mississippi heartland, Thorn excels as a musical storyteller and will be on tour through the fall months, and his most recent album, Long Way From Tupelo, is still drawing raves. www.myspace.com/paulthorn

Winslow: Northeast Ohio band’s musical journey has already led to sharing the stage with such high profile acts as OAR, Lupe Fiasco, and Ozomatli, and they were recently voted Cleveland’s Best Original Band. www.myspace.com/winslowsoul

Badfish, a Tribute To Sublime: Still one of the top-grossing bands touring today, Badfish continues to blaze trails nationally and is currently touring the east coast for the remainder of 2009. www.badfish.com

Scotty Don’t: Touring in support of their latest album, Songs from the Back Porch, Scotty Don’t is the original alter-ego project of Badfish. www.scottydont.com

Red Wanting Blue: Ohio road warriors continue to tour in support of their latest album, These Magnificent Miles. www.myspace.com/redwantingblue

Poco: Poco continues to tour throughout the fall, so catch them if you can. www.poconut.com

Pure Prairie League: Another legendary country rock band will be performing throughout the fall. www.pureprairieleague.com

Tom Goss: Heartfelt alt-pop on Goss’ third album, Back To Love, which he continues to tour regionally in support of. www.tomgossmusic.com

Trey Lockerbie: After logging countless tours with Josh Kelley, Trey continues to tour in support of his debut solo effort and can be classified as AAA or modern pop. www.myspace.com/treylockerbie

Three Miles Out: Blistering, hard-edged pop/rock band continues to tour regionally in support of Nobody. www.threemilesout.com

[ Blogs and Other Writing Projects ]

NY Giants blog: http://gmenden.com

NFL blog: www.imissfootballseason.com

Grub For Guys on Bullz-Eye.com: www.bullzeye.com/grub_for_guys

Contributing writer to NY Mets blog: www.metsmerizedonline.com

Bullz-Eye.com: www.bullzeye.com

The Scores Report: www.scoresreport.com

Premium Hollywood: www.premiumhollywood.com

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