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MeLiA – life is where we are

Melia’s voice is a unique blend of true rock power-vocals and pure classical technique. Her songs are authentic pictures of life with all its beauty and struggles. Haunting melodies and intriguing harmonies are at the center of Melia’s sound. She is an artist with a message for the world.

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Band / Artist: MeLiA

Genre: Acoustic / Singer/Songwriter

Song: life is where we are

Website: www.myspace.com/outoftheshade

Notes:

Biography
Melia is all about music. With diverse influences such as Janis Joplin, Annie Lennox, Ella Fitzgerald, and Linda Perry, Melia’s voice is a unique blend of true rock power-vocals and pure classical technique. Her songs are authentic pictures of life with all its beauty and struggles. Whenever and wherever she performs, there is a congruity of her faith, life, and music that is moving and undeniable. You know she has lived and believes what she sings about. Melia has been featured with various bands, but her solo acoustic effort reflects the heart and soul of her musical passion. Haunting melodies and intriguing harmonies are at the center of Melia’s sound. One listen, and you’ll want to hear more.

Discography
out of the shade

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22red – Small World

This band brings an energy to every note and word in each song. A sonic wall of hand-crafted melodies and fist waving chants fill your ear drum from start to finish.

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Band / Artist: 22red

Genre: Rock / Metal

Song: Small World

Website: www.myspace.com/22red.com

Notes:

Instrumentation
Billy 22 - VOX/Guitar
Lucky 22 - Guitar
Chris Current - Drums
Tucker- Bass

Biography
Drive and the determination and positive energy to succeed is the force behind 22RED. The band is powered by a gripping sense of rhythm and heart-felt lyrics. Their music addresses issues that all can relate to and crosses over throughout alternative, metal, and commercial genres. This has given them the ability to reach through and appeal to a wide and eclectic audience of all ages.

With relentless efforts towards each phase of their growth The band has solidly progressed and achieved an impressive reach throughout their region. This has given them the confidence to reach for there goals to be able to bring there music to a whole new level. The band is centered around the common goal amongst band mates to be able to do what they love and at the same time bring there own personal flavor to the world. Future goals of 22RED are to bring there own brand of aggressive, melodic, free spirited, rock and roll to anybody who will listen.

Each member brings a personal yet edgy and educated style to the table which makes writting new music a daily goal as well as an addiction. This band has created a solid foundation to pursue many future goals as a band and as individuals.
There music is reaching new levels in the outside world everyday, being a huge supporter of the underdog, this band has connected with several layers of there region with a powerful response. Finally, this band is about being able to do what they love and foremost has the passion for…. making music that not only pleases themselves but, will also reach deep into the worlds eardrum

Discography
You can request 22red on KWSS 106.1 Scottsdale, Edge103.9 Phoenix.

Self Title 6 song ep, self released Aug 25th, 2006

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The Kellys – Blink

Catchy, hook-driven rock combined with powerfully sweet female vocals.

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Band / Artist: The Kellys

Genre: Rock / Pop

Song: Blink

Website: www.thekellysmusic.com

Notes:

Artist Information

Instrumentation
Kelly McCracken - Lead vocals
Joel DeGenova - Lead guitar
Moe Angelo - Bass
Matt Holko - Drums

Biography
The embodiment of independent music lies much deeper than six feet underground. It’s definitely not easy to find tucked away in a cold northeast Ohio town. But The Kellys are going to make sure the world does not have to search for them. They will be coming to you; so be prepared.

Since the summer months of 2003, The Kellys have been hard at work honing their sound. Through the recording and release of their first album, Greatest Hits (March 2004), and a constantly flowing cycle of creation, the band has been able to yet again nurture their sound into something more powerful and intricate. Taking the ideas and values of Rock and Roll and splicing it with their own musical ambitions, The Kellys have created something completely unique and revolutionary in their newest studio effort, On The World Tour.

By blending the amazingly powerful vocals of lead singer Kelly McCracken with the unique musical backgrounds and styles of guitarist Joel DeGenova, bassist Moe Angelo, and drummer Matt Holko, The Kellys have been able to create their own pseudo-genre of Rock. Combing elements of nearly everything they’ve ever heard with true originality has provided The Kellys with an artistic freedom of which they will never let go.

In the relatively short amount of time that has passed since The Kellys’ inception, they have been able to accomplish many things:

In the relatively short amount of time that has passed since The Kellys inception, they have been able to accomplish many things of which they are extremely proud:

*Independently released first album, Greatest Hits, and a three-song demo in 2004.

*Won third place in the National Round of Jillians’ Roots of Rock Band Battle in Memphis, TN in 2005.

*Founded ruKus records, inc. and released second album, On the World Tour (with distribution in 15 Best Buy stores in NE Ohio, and online at iTunes, Napster, Rhapsody, and many more) in 2006.

*Won second place in Guitar Center and House of Blues’ Project Rockstar with two performances at House of Blues Cleveland in August 2006.

*Obtained airplay at over 200 CMJ radio stations in late summer of 2006, and nearly 100 different podcasts and internet radio stations from all over the world.

*Showcased at Midpoint Music Festival in Cincinatti in September 2006.

*Signed licensing deal with MTV for use of music from On the World Tour in October 2006.

*Traveled to New York City for shows at CBGB’s and Arlene’s Grocery in August 2006.

*Featured in many press outlets including: The Cleveland Plain Dealer, The Warren Tribune, The Youngstown Vindicator, The Walruss! (Youngstown), Cleveland Scene Magazine, 92.3 KROCK Cleveland, Rock104 (103.9) Youngstown, Featured Artist on ListenerStation.com, The A&R Registry, and more

The Kellys are extremely proud of their accomplishments. And direly passionate about their aspirations

Discography
Greatest Hits - March 2004
Demo - July 2004
On the World Tour - Feb. 2006

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