Blu Pearl manages to fuse several genres of music into one soulful experience. Combining Blues, Funk and Rock and Roll, BluPearl captures the essence of its many influences and dishes up a refreshing helping of soulful inspiration. This powerful trio is anchored by its gospel-inspired rhythm section, thought provoking lyrics, and fierce guitar playing reminiscent of legendary greats Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Ray Vaughan. The strength of the band lies within their energetic live performances, which are comprised of a multitude of improvisational jams, and overwhelming passion for their music. With an unprecedented appreciation of their predecessor’s efforts, and an abundance of emotion, BluPearl promises to leave audiences awestruck and begging for more. As a testament to the band‘s credits, their universal appeal is likely to attract blues/rock fanatics and R&B fans alike. Their contagious grooves and undeniably catchy rhythms are guaranteed to drive heels and bob heads from the start of the evening ‘til the last call. So, whether they are breathing new life into classic blues and rock standards or forging ahead with their own soulfully rich ballads, BluPearl promises to deliver a memorable and energetic performance. With an abundance of creativity and raw emotion their powerfully distinct sound is certain to inject new vitality into today’s music scene for sometime to come.

When trying to sift through the many genres that make up the Music Biosphere, if not careful, one can easily be swallowed by the droves of bands trying to pass off there their harmony-laden, verse-chorus-verse songs, for true "Rock and Roll". Luckily for the skeptics seeking more than just run-of-the-mill power pop, The Scott McCurry Band has arrived. Perhaps it is unfair to use the phrase "Just Arrived", considering the Scott McCurry Band is putting the final touches on their third, full length LP, and have been bringing their raucous, energy-filled live performances to beer-swilling audiences across the country, for the past six years. Scott has already played over 500 venues across the states from underground clubs in Dallas to the celebrity-studded Sundance Film Festival in Utah where Scott had a song in the movie “Walking with Freedom” and performed at Sundance. The track's "All Over The Road" & "Saturday" were also featured in the HBO movie "Appalachian Trail". Not to mention, America’s Best Independent Artists, an organization that promotes promising artists’ CDs, selected Scott as one of the best Artists in 2005.The Scott McCurry Band, isn't so much a band, but a collective of extremely talented, genre-bending musicians, lead by their fearless leader, Scott McCurry. The ‘Koozies’ was Scott’s first band experience and he quickly proved to new audiences that he could not only write smart, quirky lyrics and catchy tunes, but also perform on-stage. The band’s first release, “seeing through bleu ink”, helped jettison Scott firmly into the college rock scene. Scott's second album "Like the Sun", is just that; sunny and upbeat, filled with songs you’re happy to let bounce around in your head all day. Songs like “Oh no” with the addicting guitar and harmonica melody echo sounds of Bob Dylan, while other tracks like “Dr. Doctor” pump out a fusion of method that can rival even today's most progressive artists. In terms of musical evolution, the path this band has embarked would garner approval from musical purists as well as Mr. Darwin himself. All this evident by the presence of legendary, and veteran music producer, Elliot Mazer. After 30 years of having worked with the likes of Neil Young, Pete Townshend, and Janis Joplin, Mazer has decided to put his golden, or more appropriately, platinum touch, to the band's latest studio effort. While according to Mazer, the phrase "Birdies Don't Bark" is an arguable statement, there is absolutely no argument when it comes to the quality of "Birdies Don't Bark" as an album. While at times, one can get lost in trance-inducing melodies, reminiscent of bands such as The Animals, or say the Troggs, at the drop of hat can be transformed into the beautiful alternative instrumentation that makes bands such as Wilco and Sonic Youth so electrifying and important.

Topaz McGarrigle recently returned home to Austin TX to form his new band Mudphonic. "…as gritty as the Texas landscape and funky as an Eastside BBQ joint. Mudphonic blends bottleneck blues guitar with fat saxophone riffs, scrappy vocals with distorted harmonica and lays it all on top of rock solid dance grooves." Born and raised in the Texas hill country, Topaz got his start as a young child playing saxophone on the streets of downtown Austin. The Texas blues and soul that he soaked up as a child remain a constant in his playing. His love of music solidified as a high school sophomore in London during the height of the acid-jazz scene. Topaz then moved to Washington D.C. where he attended The Duke Ellington School of the Arts for jazz, where he studied with numorous jazz legends, started his first band and began his recording career with Eric Hilton of Theivery Corporation. Topaz then moved to New York City where his musical identity began to take shape in the muscular twists and turns of his phrasing, cool, soulful feeling and grooving rhythmic energy. His band started evolving organically at weekly gigs in the hip downtown haunts of Manhattan. From the beginning, fans packed the clubs dancing and grooving to the fresh sounds. It was in New York that Topaz signed his first record deal and began touring nationally. Since then he has released two records with international distribution, composed award winning movie soundtracks, performed on BET and toured extensively across the United States. He has performed with the likes of Norah Jones, The Wailers, Widespread Panic and Robert Randolph. He has played all the major festivals such as Bonaroo, New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival and Austin City Limits Festival. Topaz has now returned to his hometown of Austin, residing on the banks of the Colorado river where he is delving into his hill country roots by bringing some blues singing and harmonica playing into the mix of high energy dance grooves. "superlative improvisational chops and one sly groove after another." - Austin Chronicle “....powerful, punchy funk with swampy overtones. Good stuff for dancing. Drinking bourbon. Eating barbecue. And dancing some more." - Telluride Daily Planet

BMI artist Paul Renna has been working in the music industry for the last 17 years. His soulful sound is a reflection of the passion he feels in his music. His professional career begin in Dallas at the age of 17. Paul was a regular performer in the Deep Ellum scene. Fronting bands Unknown Figures, he and his band gained popularity opening for band's Tripping Daisies and Jackopierce. Upon graduation from Highland Park high school, Paul went solo for a year continuing to work the venues in and around Dallas. His opportunity to move to Austin came in 1992. Austin, being the nomadic environment and music capital of the Southwest, enticed a new beginning into Paul's career. Fronting bands, Rhythm Child, his band gained the reputation as one of Austin's hottest live bands, opening for bands Ugly Americans, Little Sister, and Soulhat. After one live album, and opening for Blues Traveler in Alaska, the band parted ways and Paul formed a new band Jumptrain, who also toured Alaska. Another album and the band parted ways to begin new career paths. Paul's love of music continued to drive his talent with his current band, KingZero. The band has been touring and recording since their beginning. Look for another CD out soon as the band is in studio as we speak. King Zero's debut album is in stores now. For more information on how to obtain a copy, please visit www.kingzero.com. It has been a lifelong dream to bring to his fans, a solo album that expresses Paul's views on life, love and the simpleness of the world around us. Paul strives from year to year, to bring his emotions and life history to the surface through the art of music. He has worked to endure many of lifes great challenges, and stay original and true to his musical influences. By adding a touch of great originality, and a deep passion for music, Paul hopes to bring a unique sound and theme to his fans. Paul Renna's studio debut (entitled "Portrait") is available online, please visit www.paulrenna.com for your copy. Keep LIVE MUSIC alive in your venues by supporting your artists. Thank you for the support you give, we couldn't do it without all of you. Peace and Soul...

AN OUT OF THIS WORLD-BEAT TRIBAL FUNK ROCK EXPERIENCE!!! A mesmerizing emotive musical experience that can silence a room, turn it upside down, and make it sweat. From Folk to Rock to Reggae to Funk to Country to Psychedelia to Tribal Drums and Flutes to a style like no other, KatsüK is a genre chameleon and truly a unique and deeply impact-full musical anomaly. “Weaving together an impressively thick sonic tapestry, I was really blown away by KatsüK and their massive Middle Eastern sound. Fans of Dead Can Dance and acoustic Led Zeppelin should check it out.” -Harder Beat Magazine- Formed by Daniel KatsüK (Spoonfed Tribe) and based out of Ft. Worth TX, KatsüK formerly known as A-hummin’ Acoustical Acupuncture (AAA) has toured nationally and internationally playing such festivals as High Sierra, Bob Marley, Lollapalooza, Dreamtime Festival and many many more. Either solo with Daniel KatsüK on lead vocals, native flutes, kick drum and acoustic guitar or accompanied by a full band with P.J. Fry on bass, Scott Vernon on Daphne M., Tim Cowdin on drums (members of Sally Majestic), and other wondrous musicians, KatsüK is an unforgettable musical experience that will leave you forever changed and incredibly moved; which led one fan to comment: “…the orgasm we have been waiting for!” DUE OUT MARCH 2008 ~ THE NEW ALBUM, OUT IN THE WIND .. 2001 Dallas Music.com - Singer/Songwriter of the Year 2003 and 2004 FW Weekly Awards - Nominated Best Acoustic Band 2005 FW Weekly Awards – Artist of the Year and Best Acoustic Band Nominated also for – Best Male singer, Guitarist, and Singer/Songwriter Appeared on 3 compilation cds: Kid Antrim Music and Acoustic Chaos 1 and 3. Recorded Music for Cruise an audio book by Brenden Alimo. Music of Daniel KatsüK has appeared ..onball Z and Case Closed along with Full Metal Alchemist (All appearing on Cartoon Network). Also an anime voice actor who appeared on Spiral, Dragonball and Dragonball Z, Yu-Yu Hakusho, Kiddy Grade, Full Metal Alchemist, Grappler Baki, Case Closed, Samurai 7, Lupin the 3rd, Burst Angel, Desert Punk, Trinity Blood, Speed Grapher, and Sakura Wars Thank you for listening.