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the mad note
Description: the mad note is a 4 piece, female-fronted funk punk alternative group from Lansing, MI. Their influences range from early Chili Peppers to Erika Badu to Soundgarden. Hip hop and R & B Look for this band coming to a town near you soon!
Added on: 11-Dec-2003 Hits: 255 Rating: 6 (3 Votes)
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The Bomb Pops
Description: Detroit's Rawk-Pop-Punk . Think The Pretenders mixed with The Ramones and Cheap Trick. Great songs and high energy live show .
Added on: 30-Sep-2003 Hits: 269 Rating: 1 (376 Votes)
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BLIND SHAME
Description: BLIND SHAME is a young, High-Energy Modern-Rock band based in the Detroit area. Formed in late 1999, and having been playing shows constantly since 2000, BLIND SHAME is a versatile band- able to play fully electric shows, stripped-down acoustic shows, or anything in between. Comparisons to Goo Goo Dolls, Matchbox 20, U2, & Jimmy Eat World would only be partially accurate, as BLIND SHAME has created their own unique sound appealing to the dedicated indie-band listener as well as the casual concert-goer.
Their female drummer creates the backbone of their sound by painting an energetic, upbeat landscape for which the guitarists can lay down an incredible, edgy sonic wall and confidently lead through catchy hooks and changes. But it doesn’t stop there! Blind Shame’s front man takes those well-crafted songs and belts them out with sincerity & might- leading the band (and its fans) to new heights every time they’re on stage. Cleverly written lyrics that pump energy in every fiber of your bean, warm your heart, or tickle your funny bone, easily avoid the pretentious paths common with a lot of bands today. Every song is carefully crafted and crackles with energy during any live performance, and you just may find yourself singing and clapping along by mid-song.

Added on: 30-Jul-2003 Hits: 404 Rating: 3 (46 Votes)
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Penumbrae
Description: Formed in 2002, Penumbrae have built a collection of unique original songs ranging from folk to pop, rock to bluegrass. Influenced by the likes of Blind Melon, Tori Amos, Patty Larkin, REM, Ani DiFranco and many others, Penumbrae's niche relies on stellar songwriting, spectacular vocals and musicianship. In the short time they've been together, Penumbrae have performed at Xhedos Cafe in Ferndale, Karl's Cabin in Plymouth and Le Jive Music Cafe in Wyandotte to name a few. They are also regularly featured and have performed live on the Acoustic Alternatives show on WHFR 89.3FM in Dearborn.
Added on: 29-May-2003 Hits: 284 Rating: 9 (3 Votes)
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Garden of Souls
Description: Garden of Souls wants to help bring the art of music back . . .

GOS started as a concept to bring the idea of passion back into music without compromising the musical vision of the band. The vision was simple . . . to write good songs. Deep, meaningful, thoughtful lyrics and melodies over lush musical landscapes. The members of Garden of Souls have diverse musical backgrounds and tastes and they all find their way into the music, which is the main reason why every GOS song is unique in it's own right. The idea of having 'hooks' within the songs while still maintaining an artrock mentality on a musical level has been done before . . . and when it has been done the right way, it provides an overwhelming sense of timelessness. This is the goal of the band; to make thoughtful, passionate music that is as fresh and poignant now as it would have been 10 years ago or 10 years from now. The band plans on striving to achieve this goal for many years . . .

Added on: 29-Mar-2003 Hits: 334
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Black Bottom Collective
Description: Sly & the Family Stone met the Roots, and they all jammed with Santana, creating a vibe called "Alternative Hip-Hop Soul." That was the vision...
This is the reality, the Alternative Hip-Hop Soul reality...
The Black Bottom Collective.
Added on: 06-Mar-2003 Hits: 347 Rating: 10 (7 Votes)
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DEAR MAYBE
Description: Rock type some mellow some not
Added on: 02-Mar-2003 Hits: 377 Rating: 7 (0 Votes)
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Amy Heard Popular

Description: Acoustic guitar, piano, and a beautiful female vocal. Similar artists include Tori Amos and Jewel. Listen to Amy's cd
Added on: 26-Feb-2003 Hits: 594 Rating: 10 (2 Votes)
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The Syndicate
Description: The Syndicate, a coalition formed out of the ashes of several local detroit bands. Influences: Foo Fighters, Weezer, Boxcar Racer, Good Charlotte, Blink.
Added on: 26-Feb-2003 Hits: 385 Rating: 8 (6 Votes)
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Tripper
Description: Known for great lyrics, solid melodies and a catchy, modern rock sound, tripper has established itself as one of the top bands in the Midwest. The Detroit-based band got its start in April 1999 when Frank Buscemi (vocals/guitars/harmonica) and Steve Marvicsin (guitars/vocals) both appearing as solo/acoustic artists performed on the Gentle Friday stage at Central Michigan University. Ken Thomas (drums/ percussion/ vocals) and Aaron Berch (keyboards/ vocals) later joined to round out the lineup.

Added on: 23-Jan-2003 Hits: 288 Rating: 9 (4 Votes)
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