The landscape of music today is littered with carbon copies...obvious rehashings of whatever the auditory flavor of the day may be. Simple things such as originality and lyrical depth seem to have fallen by the wayside in an attempt by chameleon-type artists to cash in on the latest fad or sound or hook or look. However, in these days of mindless musical mediocrity, there comes a light shining through the dark and faceless void in the form of Back To Blue. Back to Blue is the powerhouse combo of Guitarist/Vocalist Rick Fontaine, Vocalist/Guitarist Eric Jordan, and Bassist Michael Scudiero, and Drummer Carl Edmison. Based in Dallas, these four are attempting to interject new life into a music scene that seems to have been lacking a pulse for far too long. With influences ranging from Robert Johnson to Tom Waits to Nine Inch Nails and innumerable artists in between, Back to Blue puts forth an amalgamation of the past that creates a sound for the future. To enter the world of Back To Blue is to enter a world of endless nights, back alley laments, broken hearts, lost faith, empty bottles, and full ashtrays. Ideas such as love and introspection are lyrically dissected in the melodies of Back to Blue until a sound is produced that is unknown, yet strangely familiar. Tapestries of song painted with the gifted guitar work of Fontaine, mixed with the soulful rasp of Jordan's voice, present the listener of Back To Blue's music with an auditory picture of the world that he or she dwells in, wishes to dwell in, or wishes to escape. Haunted by their pasts, and dealing with an unknown future, Back to Blue conveys these feelings in their songs...which quickly become part of the soundtrack to the lives of all those who listen.
C-MOR says
Cloak and Jagger joke on a folk for hire...Genre bending splendor, engender the choir... Richochet ballet for a matinee... Don't mount your poultry before they lay... Strange, to reach into the beyond... And pull out unknowing, like a glowing wand... Where I wave it, words may sprout... Tis true, I've no clue, what I'm strewing about... See yourself... CMOR
~ The Altruistic Messiah ~ a.k.a. ~ Ben Vandagriff says
I really don't like to explain exactly what it is I doI try to be ambiguous as possible Leaving any impression Of my artistic expression Entirely open To the imagination Within the relation between What I have already done And your personal Individual interpretation Of whatever it is With no further hesitation I would like to present today's Contest selection In the hope that it increases the minds endorphins & inspires . . . ( I'm sure you'll catch the name !) http://musicnation.com/music/thealtruistic/fuque-2
~ The Altruistic Messiah ~ a.k.a. ~ Ben Vandagriff says
Today's selection is a bit more demanding as this is a 9 minute piece that is a bit off the beat & path ~ even for someone as wacky as I ~ and features lyrics that might seem a bit off color too some ~ but in keeping with my spirit of always attempting to challenge our listeners to try something they might not normally hear ~ my contest selection of the day is called" 1 suse#2w_vox.mp3 " ~ enjoy !http://musicnation.com/music/thealtruistic/1-suse2wvoxmp3
New York Disco Villains says
Friday Vote!!!!Well, as usual we have all misunderstood the rules! =================================== The band that loves you the most, really does love you! We wish you all the best as all enter this new test. Don't lose your head (2 head)! (I got a million more) =================================== Toby,Hoop,Carlos,Mappy,Thor - NYDV ===================================
New York Disco Villains says
=======================Here is a Thursday vote for you. We also have a great tip for you at http://xrl.us/c3hzo This is totally a public service for musicians. We aren't making a thing off it. Read the review, you'll be glad you did. ======================= *the link takes you to NYDV's official web site.
the Sunnyvale Outpatients says
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================================We would very much appreciate it if you took some time to listen to our new friends: Gary B & The Notions Soon to be a huge hit! Three Horse Carousel http://musicnation.com/music/garybandthenotions/three-horse-carousel Please accept them into the Music Nation family as warmly as you did us. I guarantee the time spent listening to their music will be well worth it. ================================ No cologne or liquor today, just a vote. But we think the gift of the music link above will make up for our lack of preparation.
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In honor of our undying love for you and the art that springs from your creative genius:We present you with this cologne drenched Monday vote. Now take this gift and spread the love! Most Sincerely, NYDV (The band that definitely loves you the most, but in a somewhat arbitrary way.) And please show some extra love to some of our friends: http://musicnation.com/music/ydwood http://musicnation.com/music/johnnybravo http://musicnation.com/music/pedestrianx http://musicnation.com/music/the7thpenguin http://musicnation.com/music/vulinqua http://musicnation.com/music/elephants http://musicnation.com/music/prophetsix http://musicnation.com/music/roberttiernan http://musicnation.com/music/hedreamsawake http://musicnation.com/music/wwwunsignedbandwebcommusicsylvanlan http://musicnation.com/music/brainbell http://musicnation.com/music/detour http://musicnation.com/music/vein http://musicnation.com/music/johnny500 http://musicnation.com/music/cookiecuttergirl http://musicnation.com/music/christyjones http://musicnation.com/music/acmusic http://musicnation.com/music/justinewilde http://musicnation.com/music/pmc http://musicnation.com/music/danik http://musicnation.com/music/thealtruistic http://musicnation.com/music/kemmittsmith http://musicnation.com/music/lovesexndeath http://musicnation.com/music/knomedude18 http://musicnation.com/music/davidwheeler http://musicnation.com/music/bcspring http://musicnation.com/music/acousticphases http://musicnation.com/music/markalandooley http://musicnation.com/music/jarahlette http://musicnation.com/music/theplasticduo http://musicnation.com/music/poppermost http://musicnation.com/music/toddduffley http://musicnation.com/music/evaeva http://musicnation.com/music/mgmuzicman http://musicnation.com/music/miuma http://musicnation.com/music/randy9856 http://musicnation.com/music/rickfrost http://musicnation.com/music/eddieblack1 http://musicnation.com/music/morphinecarnival http://musicnation.com/music/wwwmoikonetworkningcomgarysparks http://musicnation.com/music/wwwnonecom http://musicnation.com/music/solarmagic http://musicnation.com/music/lasantiago http://musicnation.com/music/homesickmarkus http://musicnation.com/music/leron08nupain http://musicnation.com/music/chicagosaints http://musicnation.com/music/indianabonez http://musicnation.com/music/dabyrdlady http://musicnation.com/music/kimmclean http://musicnation.com/music/thethicket http://musicnation.com/music/justinmayhugh http://musicnation.com/music/steelroad http://musicnation.com/music/cfuproductions http://musicnation.com/music/dusekannon http://musicnation.com/music/rickysparks http://musicnation.com/user/lsdshell http://musicnation.com/music/wildbillaustin http://musicnation.com/music/pravda http://musicnation.com/music/thinair http://musicnation.com/music/radiochemist http://musicnation.com/music/avalonparade http://musicnation.com/music/rosendomusic http://musicnation.com/user/ghostneworleans (These are just the ones that left comments yesterday, don't feel left out)