Carolina Country Rockers Win People’s Choice Honor On

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Charlotte, NC - Carolina country rockers SwampDaWamp (pronounced swamp duh wamp) have won the “People’s Choice” honor as the artist fans would most like to see perform on the famed Lynyrd Skynyrd Simple Man Cruise. The band will set sail on the Carnival Inspiration January 21 - 25, 2010 from Tampa, Florida to Cozumel, Mexico along with headliners Lynyrd Skynyrd, .38 Special, Molly Hatchet, The Outlaws, Drivin’ & Cryin’ and thirteen other top musical acts.

Based out of Charlotte, North Carolina, the members of SwampDaWamp are busy pinching themselves after receiving the news. Fans were asked to nominate the artist they would most like to see perform on the cruise. The Top 5 nominees were selected, which found SwampDaWamp in very impressive company among such acts as the legendary Little Feat (most notable hit, “Dixie Chicken”) and rising country rocker and son of Waylon Jennings, Shooter Jennings. “Fans who are booked on the Simple Man Cruise 2010 nominated their favorite acts to join the cruise roster, and the top five nominees were chosen to go out to booked guests for a vote. SwampDaWamp won, and Sixthman is excited to have them aboard”, says a representative of Sixthman, producers of the cruise. “We’re thrilled and so grateful to Sixthman for this incredible opportunity as well as the amazing fans who voted for us” says Gig Michaels, lead singer of SwampDaWamp. “Knowing that the fans made this happen makes this such a special moment for us, we’re going to make them proud”, he added.

SwampDaWamp is an up & coming national country rock band currently on tour promoting their third CD release “Rock This Country” (Big Penny Entertainment). Already receiving rave reviews the CD features twelve exciting tracks that paint a vivid picture of today’s blue-collar America and includes the single “Lady” written by two of Nashville’s hottest songwriters Bridgette Tatum (co-writer of the #1 hit “She’s Country” by Jason Aldean) and Kirsti Manna (co-writer of the top ten hit “Loud” by Big & Rich). “Rock This Country” is available through most major digital retail outlets and in physical form through CD Baby and the band’s website. SwampDaWamp is Gig Michaels (lead vocals & acoustic guitar), David Lee (drums), Michael Hough (guitar & vocals), Mike “Scooby” Huffman (Hammond B3, keyboards & vocals), Cody Bennett (bass & vocals) and Keith Inman (lead guitar & vocals).

The Fourth Annual Simple Man Cruise featuring Lynyrd Skynyrd and friends is presented by Sixthman on the Carnival Inspiration. The cruise sails from Tampa, Florida to Cozumel, Mexico Thursday, January 21 through Monday, January 25, 2010. Artists scheduled to appear, Lynyrd Skynyrd, .38 Special, Molly Hatchet, The Outlaws, Blackberry Smoke, Bloodkin, Bonepony, Dead Confederate, Drivin’ & Cryin;, Hill Country Revue, Jonathan Tyler & The Northern Lights, Heather Luttrell, Scott Munns, SwampDaWamp, Oakhurst, Tom Hambridge and The Rattlesnakes, Francisco Vidal and The X Brothers. Cruise prices start at $749 per person and can be booked by calling 877-SIXTHMAN or visit www.simplemancruise.com.

Sixthman, also producers of other entertainment experience cruises such as Rock Boat, Kid Rock’s Chilin’ The Most Cruise & VH1’s Best Cruise Ever is an affinity travel company that creates unique experiences by bringing together like-minded people in exclusive, interactive and intimate environments.

For more information on SwampDaWamp visit their website at www.swampdawamp.com. For more information on Lynyrd Skynyrd’s Simple Man Cruise log onto www.simplemancruise.com or call 877-SIXTHMAN. For more information on Sixthman log onto www.sixthman.net.

New Review of Dangling Success' City Life Album

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The Dangling Success is an all-instrumental smooth jazz band that maintains a steady groove throughout their recent release City Life. Rather than focusing on the negative aspects of living in the city the band’s view is one that is positive and alluring as shown on the cover. The picture invites you to a late night jazz club where you can unwind and find yourself in a place that you will want to remain.City Life is an exceptional recording in every way. The band, which consists of Mark Niekrewicz (all saxes), Gioron Wilkins, Sr. (guitar), Mike McDonough (bass), Paul Rossman (drums, percussion) and Daniel Odescalchi (keyboards) are a fine compliment to each other on all the tracks. They maintain an ideal degree of consistency through and through on this CD, enough to please any jazz listener.

“Catch The Groove” is a fine example of what this band produces on a regular basis; it serves as their poster child for the sound created on City Life. With a bevy of original material to present they veer off into cover land taking The Rolling Stones tune “Beast of Burden” and make it their own. In fact as it turns out, it is one of the best tracks on the album. While they do not offer anything new or innovative they are a solid band that can command your attention and easily rival any of their contemporaries in the genre.

With 13 strong tracks to offer up The Dangling Success does not seem to be dangling anywhere at all, they have a firm foothold on their sound, presentation, and recording process and are in position to find great success with many smooth jazz radio stations around the globe.

This CD is highly recommended listening for jazz fans and those that are looking for a nice musical getaway that will provide relaxation and many hours of enjoyment.

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Arthur Adams returns with Stomp the Floor

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Delta Groove's Arthur Adams shows off his signature blend of soul, sweet rhythm and blues with Stomp the Floor.

Arthur Adams has been a popular mainstay of the blues scene in Los Angeles for many years. As the featured house bandleader at B.B. King's blues club in Universal City, Arthur exposed patrons night after night to his soulful blend of silky rhythm & blues combined with his searing guitar and buttery smooth vocal delivery. The Tennessee native got his start early in life at six years old singing in the church choir and later acquired his first guitar as he entered into his teens. His initial inspiration came from guitarist Howard Carroll of the American gospel group The Dixie Hummingbirds, but Arthur also displays an obvious affection and stylistic debt to the six string attack of longtime friend B.B. King.

Arthur traveled throughout the south early on in his career before eventually heading out west and settling in Los Angeles in the mid-sixties. His first album, "It's Private Tonight" released in 1972, firmly established the silky smooth vocal presence and guitar style that still comprises Arthur's signature sound of today. Over the years, Arthur's talent and versatility in the studio proved invaluable as his skills were consistently utilized for numerous recording projects for film and television, along with extensive session work that includes albums by Jimmy Smith, Nina Simone, Quincy Jones, Lowell Fulson, The Crusaders and Bonnie Raitt. In 1991, Arthur played rhythm guitar and contributed two songs, "Mean And Evil" and "Something Up My Sleeve," to B.B. King's album "There Is Always One More Time" on MCA Records. King later returned the favor appearing on Arthur's comeback release "Back On Track" in 1999.

When Randy Chortkoff established Delta Groove Music in 2004 with the label's very first effort "That Represent Man" by The Mannish Boys, Arthur was invited to appear on stage with the band at several of their live performances and was later featured as a special guest on Mitch Kashmar's debut release "Nickels & Dimes." So when Arthur approached Delta Groove about his latest project, naturally he was welcomed in with open arms. "Stomp The Floor" features Arthur Adams' signature brand of soulfully sweet rhythm & blues filled with melodic hooks, classy arrangements and impeccable songwriting, affirming once again Arthur's status and rightful place amongst the genre's most celebrated and beloved artists.

TRACK LISTING:

01. Stomp The Floor (3:35)

02. You Can't Win For Losing (3:47)

03. Don't Let The Door Hit You (4:17)

04. I Know What You Mean (4:00)

05. So Sweet (4:14)

06. You Got That Right (3:48)

07. Callin' Heaven (3:40)

08. Nature Of The Beast (3:16)

09. Thrive On Your Vibe (4:00)

10. You Are Invited (4:07)

11. Around The Sun (4:03)

12. Blue Roots (4:01)

Check out Delta Groove's Arthur Adams e-card here: http://www.deltagrooveproductions.com/music/releases/stompthefloor/ecard/