SDCOG RADIO ONE

George Thomas and Ya On Fire - Getting Married Tonight

Rock & Roll is often used as a generic term, but its sound is rarely predictable. From the outset, when the early rockers merged country and blues, rock has been defined by its energy, rebellion and catchy hooks, but as the genre aged, it began to shed those very characteristics, placing equal emphasis on craftmanship and pushing the boundaries of the music. As a result, everything from Chuck Berry's pounding, three-chord rockers and the sweet harmonies of the Beatles to the jarring, atonal white noise of Sonic Youth has been categorized as "rock." That's accurate -- rock & roll had a specific sound and image for only a handful of years. For most of its life, rock has been fragmented, spinning off new styles and variations every few years, from Brill Building Pop and heavy metal to dance-pop and grunge. And that's only natural for a genre that began its life as a fusion of styles.

Brian Dean

Brian Dean

Basic Band Info

Band Name: Brian Dean
Album Name: Life's a Beach
Email Address: Brian@BrianDeanSings.com
Website Address: http://www.BrianDeanSings.com
Music Style: Contemporary Country
Influences: Kenny Chesney

Personal

First Name :Brian
Last Name :Dean
Geographic City: St. Thomas
State: Virgin Islands
Country: United States
Zip Code: 00802

Band Description

Brian is a Caribbean based singer/songwriter who takes real life events and then adds a little 'artistist license'. He sees life with a keen eye and a marvelous sense of humor.

Recording Artist, Songwriter and Entertainer. A story teller with a smoooth voice and a delightfully quick wit, Brian Dean captures his audiences! In an intimate setting with just his guitar performing for a small dinner crowd or a stadium setting with thousands, he makes everyone in the audience feel like he is singing just for them.

Brian has formed and performed in many successful bands over the past few decades. He has opened shows for recording artists Tammy Wynette and Steve Wariner as well as many acts from The Grande Ole Opry.

In December 2008, life brought Brian to St. Thomas! He has enjoyed performing both on and off season across the island. His original songs and cover tunes have been called eclectic and span many decades.

A typical night includes hits from Tom Petty, The Who, John Mellencamp, The Belamy Brothers, Eddie Veder, Jimmy Buffett, Eddie Rabbit, Train, Led Zeppelin, One Republic, The Eagles, Zac Brown, Pink Floyd, Kenny Rogers, America, Jason Mraz and more!!!

In 2012 Brian started traveling to Nashville, TN to record his original songs. Working on this project with Brian were top session musicians who have recorded and toured for these super stars....Taylor Swift, Garth Brooks, Kenny Chesney, Blake Shelton, Tim MacGraw, Keith Urban, Dirks Bentley and Toby Keith.!

Locally, Brian has performed at Latitude 18, Jack's Wings, Big Bambooze, Sangria, Tickles, Jack's Bight, Panga, Joe's Beach Bar, Sapphire Grill, Hull Bay Hideaway and XO Bistro as well as many private functions.

Brian released his first CD, a four song EP in the fall of 2012. His full CD, "Life's A Beach" was released July 1, 2013. Both are currently available on iTunes.

Global Shakedown - A Time to Recognize

Basic Band Info 

Band Name: Global Shakedown

Album Name: A Time to Recognize

Email Address: globalshakedown@gmail.com

Website Address: http://www.globalshakedown.com

Music Style: Alternative; rock 

Influences: Alternative Rock 

Personal First Name :Ravi

Last Name :Mahalingam 

Geographic City: Los Angeles

State: CA

Country:USA Zip Code:  

Band Description:

Global Shakedown's sound is an eclectic blend of 80's and 90's alternative rock music, ranging from guitar based bands like U2 and The Smiths to the lush soundscapes of Massive Attack and Coldplay.

Global Shakedown is an alternative rock act based in Los Angeles, CA.  Ravi Mahalingam is the founder of Global Shakedown and is its principal writer and musician.  The musical style of Global Shakedown is a blend of the alternative rock sounds of the 1980's and 1990's, ranging from guitar based bands like U2, REM and The Smiths to the lush soundscapes of groups like Massive Attack and Coldplay.

Global Shakedown issued its debut release in June, 2013 entitled, "A Time to Recognize".  The 11 track album is available for purchase through iTunes, Amazon, and Google Plus as well as for streaming on Spotfy, Rdio and several other music sites.  Ravi recoreded and performed the entire album in Los Angeles, CA.

A Time to Recognize is a diverse collection of upbeat alternative rock songs that covers a wide range of styles and topics. There is a little something for everyone on this album.  From the driving, yet hummable post-punk rock of "Mehrunissa" and "She Casts the Spell", to the blend of soul and electronic of "Give", to the grand soundscapes of "Camden Town", "Marina del Rey" and "Jagat", to the politically topical songs "Rabin" and "Brushfire", this eclectic collection of pop songs is as interesting as any album available today.  It is often said that 'one can't be all things to all people', but Global Shakedown asks the question 'Why not?' Rather than limit itself, Global Shakedown seeks to embrace what music has to offer and simply have fun stretching the boundaries of what one can do in the world of pop music.

For Immediate Release

Los Angeles, CA.

Global Shakedown, an alternative rock act based in Los Angeles, CA launched its debut album “A Time to Recognize” on June 5th, 2013 through the online distributor, Tunecore. The album is available for purchase or streaming at all major online sites, including iTunes, Amazon, Google Plus, Spotify, Rdio, among others. Ravi Mahalingam, Global Shakedown’s founding member, produced, recorded and mixed the album in Los Angeles, CA.  Ravi wrote 10 of the album's 11 tracks, and which also includes a cover of The Smiths’ classic “Accept Yourself”.

Global Shakedown’s sound is rooted in the alternative rock stylings of the 80’s and 90’s. One can hear the influence of guitar based bands like U2, REM and The Smiths as well as the lush soundscapes of Massive Attack and Coldplay.  The first release, “A Time to Recognize” is an eclectic collection of upbeat alternative rock songs that will draw interest from a diverse listening audience.  From the driving, yet hummable post-punk rock of “Mehrunissa” and “She Casts the Spell”, to the blend of soul and electronica of “Give” to the grand soundscapes of “Camden Town”, “Marina del Rey” and “Jagat” to the politically topical  “Rabin” and “Brushfire”, this collection of pop songs is as eclectic and interesting as any album available today.  It is often said that ‘one can’t be all things to all people’, but Global Shakedown asks the question ‘Why not?’. Rather than carve out a particular specific niche, Global Shakedown seeks to embrace the universe of music and simply have some fun stretching the boundaries of what one can do in the world of pop songs. 

Global Shakedown promises more interesting releases over the next year.  A second album is in the works with upwards of 20 completed songs to draw upon.  A third release is also planned with ideas that have been conceived and which will be recorded over the next several months.  As Ravi observed, “It’s an exciting time in the world of music.  We hope audiences will come along for the Global Shakedown ride and be entertained.”