New Music / CD Releases : Soft Rock

"You Hold the Ladder" by William Ward (Country Artist from The United States)

2012-01-29T08:55:00.001-08:00

Musical artist, William Ward, serves up a beautiful Country single, "You Hold the Ladder." This irresistible song has a soothing tonality as Ward sings with a warm and passionate style. His voice instills a peaceful tranquility as his emotive lyrics seep into your soul. You will find that this is a sweet and simple song that is genuine about its roots and sound. This single also has a charming acoustic appeal as the guitar, bass, and fiddle captures a soft and relaxing ambiance. If you like easy listening Country music then the wonderful single, "You Hold the Ladder," is just the song to hear. You will want to hear more from this talented Country artist.

-Diane and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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Featured Single

2010-01-25T17:40:00.001-08:00

Band Name: Brooke Branning
Featured Single: You Won't Be Denied
Album: It's Not Too Late
Genre: Soft Rock
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RadioIndy is pleased to present Caroline Gilmour with a GrIndie Award for the CD "Someday "

2009-11-21T18:02:00.001-08:00

RadioIndy is pleased to present Caroline Gilmour with a GrIndie Award for the CD "Someday "

Caroline Gilmour's debut CD, "Someday," is simply an excellent example of female-fronted heartland rock played with fire, conviction, and the kind of passion that keeps rock 'n' roll vital. Both in her voice and straight-up rock style, Gilmour, despite being Scottish, actually recalls such North American artists as Melissa Etheridge, Heart, and Sheryl Crow (among others) over 12 songs imbued with Classic Rock-like melody and drive. The album opener, "Be With Me Tonight," for instance, gets things off to a rocking start with a power-chord-backed chorus worthy of any of Pat Benatar's best hits, while the infectious "After All This Time" has a hook that's tailor made for adult oriented rock play lists. Drawn from personal experience, the singer-songwriter's taut and emotionally charged songs such as "I Thank You" and "Before I Can Fall," also find their mark, due particularly to a powerful backing band at one with the material and the vision behind it. While she may be a newcomer to the scene, don't expect Caroline Gilmour's terrific CD to go unnoticed; "Someday" is here for fans of Classic Rock as polished as it is raw and untamed.

-Rice B. and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"It's Not Too late" by Brooke Branning (Soft Rock Artist from California(CA))

2009-10-27T17:24:00.001-07:00

"It's Not Too Late" by Brooke Branning is a powerful mix of Pop, Rock, and Country that has some real soul. Branning's strong, sensual voice is what gives this album its x-factor. The professional quality of the recordings let the songs show their true potential. The album shifts away from its Country base with tracks like "Love Is The Price" with a bouncy rhythm and melodic lyrics. One track that shines as a favorite is "Given Freely," a Country song with a sweet, catchy chorus accented by its angelic background vocals. If you're a fan of Melissa Etheridge or Sheryl Crow then check out this gifted and talented artist and her latest CD, "It's Not Too Late" as it is soft Rock and Country at its best.

-Matt M. and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Sleepers Awake" by Char Butler & Amber Whitworth (Soft Rock Artist from Arizona(AZ))

2009-09-15T21:13:00.001-07:00

The newly released CD, "Sleepers Awake" by mother/daughter duo Char Butler & Amber Whitworth, is an engaging collection of easy listening/soft pop music while containing spiritual ambiance. Butler and Whitworth share superb vocals as their expressions and delivery of the thoughtful, well written lyrics blend in wonderful uniformity. Your spirits will be awoken as the interlaced vocals and vibrant beat on "Higher Truth" seep gracefully into your soul. For fans of the Beatles, don't miss a chance to hear the beautiful rendition of "Let It Be" as sweet emotions pours forth with warmth and sincere style. Relax as "Love Me Dare" highlights soft and silky vocals that are complimented by the sounds of the tender, musical instruments. The vocal chemistry between these two women is ultimately shining throughout this entire album and as you can hear on "For in Time." Let the artistic arrangements and the brilliant vocals of "Sleepers Awake" lift up your inner most thoughts with hope and peace.

-Diane and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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RadioIndy is pleased to present Craig Donaldson with a GrIndie Award for the CD "Hang in the Balance"

2009-08-18T18:02:00.001-07:00

RadioIndy is pleased to present Craig Donaldson with a GrIndie Award for the CD "Hang in the Balance"

Well rounded and talented artist, Craig Donaldson, performs wonderful adult pop/soft rock songs on his newest disc "Hang in the Balance." With a line up of musical accolades to his credentials, Donaldson really knows every aspect of writing and performing. His memorable vocals are soft and serene which complements the melodic lyrics. Feel a touch of country on songs such as "Colorado Ride" and "My Heart's In The Right Place" with the predominantly sweet steel guitar licks. Sultry sax and guitar solo gives "That Would Be Me" a classic, soft rock flavor. A beautiful rendition of the timeless classic "Moon River," featuring stunning strings, has Donaldson impressing the audience with his own sweet, vocal style. This album, "Hang in the Balance" is a must have addition to your soft rock collection especially if you like Dan Fogelberg or Stephen Bishop.

-Diane and the RadioIndy.com reviewer team
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Featured Single

2009-08-17T13:20:00.001-07:00

Band Name: The Marc James Band
Featured Single: You Have A Secret
Album: Maximum Action
Genre: Soft Rock
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"Heading Back Again" by Bob Peck (Easy Listening Artist from Massachusetts(MA))

2009-08-13T13:47:00.000-07:00

"Heading Back Again" by Bob Peck is a charismatic acoustic collection of beautiful, easy listening songs which reflects Peck's favorite places to travel and the inspiring personality they bring to him. His songs will take you to places like the Florida Keys or to Mexico and his lyrics replicate these timeless adventures. Peck is creative and his songs bring a refreshing taste of easy listening music with a wonderful style and grace. As an acoustic production the guitar is crisp and clean with nice clarity. "She Came To The Cape" is a bouncy tune with an easy flowing rhythmic beat and laid back lyrics that compliment the vocals. Peck's vocal ability reaches down deep with full bodied flavor as you can hear on "Wind In My Sails" and "Fate Will Take You." Your mind and body will relax to the uplifting melodies of "Heading Back Again."

-Diane and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Old Man Dreamin'" by John Batdorf (Soft Rock Artist from Los Angeles, California(CA))

2009-07-09T19:39:00.000-07:00

No stranger to the music scene, John Batdorf has served up another outstanding CD, titled "Old Man Dreamin'," with all the power and punch this artist has to offer. Batdorf uses his vocals, which are strong and possess a soothing quality, to create generous helpings of folk/rock music while he also laces this disc with his sweet acoustic guitar flair. This mixture of eleven songs is packed with energy and catchy lyrics, as you will hear on "What D'Ya Got" and "That Don't Seem Right To Me." The wonderful soft rock ballad, "Will I Love You Forever," tugs at the heartstrings with its memorable lyrics and emotive vocals. The title track "Old Man Dreamin'" is an edgier rock song with country style and has a nice dynamic balance between vocals and instruments. Expressive lyrics, acoustic guitar, and a catchy bass line fuels the fire on "Ain't No Way" with its country tonality and moving beat. Fans of the group Eagles will want to tune in to "Old Man Dreamin'" by John Batdorf, as it is fused with well-written gems of folk/country style.

-Diane and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Someday" by Caroline Gilmour (Soft Rock Artist from The United Kingdom)

2009-07-01T19:08:00.001-07:00

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Check out Loren Davidson, one of RadioIndy's favorite Soft Rock artists

2009-06-13T16:02:00.001-07:00

Radioindy Artist Spotlight for Loren Davidson

Band Name: Loren Davidson
Band Location: California Oakland East Bay
Sounds Like: Jimmy Buffett
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"Hang in the Balance" by Craig Donaldson (Soft Rock Artist from Colorado(CO))

2009-05-14T18:01:00.001-07:00

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"Aisha" by Aisha (Pop Artist from England)

2009-01-24T15:21:00.001-08:00

Young and highly talented solo female artist Aisha releases her self-titled debut EP featuring soft acoustic pop music with artistic compositions. This gifted musician/songwriter showcases her vocal talents with sweet and delicate flair. Her articulation is polished and mature with lyrics that are pure and genuine. "Part of Me" exhibits great vocal range and the great control she has of her voice. "Shine" as an acoustic version is dreamy and gentle with strings and piano gracefully introducing the song. The radio mix of "Shine" showcases a bright and crisp piano and builds to a full band arrangement with an upbeat tempo. The CD features crystal clear production, as each instrument is well mixed with clean clarity that captures the essence of this style of music. "Aisha" features a wonderful collection of songs while introducing a gifted artist and is a CD well worth hearing.

-Diane And the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Every Day's a Holiday" by Loren Davidson (Soft Rock Artist from San Francisco, California(CA)0

2008-12-11T16:22:00.001-08:00

RadioIndy is pleased to present Loren Davidson with a GrIndie Award for the CD "Every Day's a Holiday"

"Every Day's a Holiday" is an entertaining trop rock album from beach-dweller and singer/songwriter Loren Davidson. The album is filled with upbeat, fun lyrics and a great island feel by way of steel drums, shakers, and horns. Davidson's third release is true to the trop rock precedent set by Jimmy Buffett. The songs on this album center around overcoming life's obstacles and learning to relax instead of feeling overwhelmed. Davidson's lyrics are positive, clever, and they involve a good deal of beach imagery, island metaphors, and the enjoyment of an alcoholic beverage. "Every Day's a Holiday" is well-produced and the album sounds very clean and professionally done. "Going Coastal" is a play on the phrase "going postal", and through quirky lyrics, offers an alternative to it – namely, getting "cured by a week by the sea." "I Need a Weekend (to Recover From My Weekend)" is another humorous track about hangovers, having the case of the Mondays, and the instinct to throw your boss out the window. Overall, Loren Davidson has crafted an immensely entertaining album about how a day on the beach can alleviate the tensions and challenges of every day life. Fans of trop rock, throw on a Hawaiian shirt and give this album a listen.-Chris & the RadioIndy.com Review Team
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“Lost Away” by Matt Morgan (Easy Listening Artist from Pennsylvania(PA))

2008-09-11T18:15:00.001-07:00

"Lost Away" is the acoustic-driven soft rock debut from talented singer/songwriter Matt Morgan. This album offers eleven heartfelt songs nicely formulated around Morgan's skillful acoustic compositions in the pop, folk, Americana, and blues genres. His vocal performance is similar to that of James Taylor, and Morgan is able to convey a good deal of emotion solely with his voice in a manner that leaves you hanging on every word. This vocal performance is perfect for the acoustic arrangements and the emotions stirred up in his lyrics of life and love. "Lost Away" is well-recorded, as Morgan and Rock Hollow Records hand-selected Morgan's finest tracks for this album, and it sounds great. "Perfect Day" is a great melodic track with a nice acoustic progression and great lyrics about success being nothing without the one you love by your side. "Trashed White Blues" closes out the album with a more upbeat bluesy track featuring twanging guitars and a great acoustic beat. Overall, "Lost Away" is an impressive debut from a talented singer/songwriter capable of conveying his emotions both vocally and musically. Fans of soft rock and great acoustic arrangements, give Matt Morgan a listen.

-Chris & the RadioIndy.com Review Team
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“Every Day's a Holiday” by Loren Davidson (Soft Rock/Country Artist from San Francisco, California (CA))

2008-09-10T10:34:00.001-07:00

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“The Best Years” by Bryan Gorsira (Soft Rock/Folk artist from Virginia (VA))

2008-05-23T13:29:00.001-07:00

"The Best Years" by Bryan Gorsira is a contemporary, adult folk rock CD that is filled with a pleasant, gentle ambience and positive, loving messages about life and love. On "The Best Years" Bryan gives tribute to special relationships between those who choose to share a lifetime together. This album seems to have something for almost everyone. It has a mellow quality throughout but with a lot of variety. As a songwriter Bryan shines. He portrays the feelings of life in a way that gives each of us a peek into who we are and into our own life and experiences. Bryan's outstanding, relevant songwriring is nicely embodied in the talents of the excellent vocalists and musicians featured on the CD. "New World" celebrates love and romance and the joys of having a child. "Caught" features an especially noteworthy female vocal performance and a quite acoustic/piano arrangement that has a Kate Bush quality to it with a harmony-filled chorus. "Love is Pain" has a strong rock groove, effective male vocals, and cool harmonica riffs. If you enjoy adult contemproary/rock music that exudes family values and real-life experiences, you will enjoy this CD.

-Lea P. and the RadioIndy Reviewer Team
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“On The Edge” by Paul David Williams (Soft Rock/Folk artist from Georgia (GA))

2008-05-04T07:25:00.001-07:00

"On The Edge" by Paul David Williams is a folk CD that features Paul's emotional songwriting, especially his thought-provoking lyrics. Each track on this CD represents a full view of life and love, and features well written music and lyrics. The CD includes a variety of musical styles, keeping it interesting throughout. "Gone Away Forever" includes excellent acoustic guitar and backup instrumental. "Spaced Out" reminds us of '50's '60's rock and roll, bringing out a touch of Jerry Lee Lewis. "Working Overtime" has a toe-tapping country flavor to it, and is a lyrical delight. If you enjoy folk music, you should give this CD a listen.

-Lea & The RadioIndy Team
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