Raphael Hurwitz - Vocals, Rhythm Guitar, Hammond Organ, Violin, Viola
Jonny Wanders - Lead Guitar, Vocals, Effects
Alexander Hurwitz - Bass Guitar, Cello
Rosa Ullmann - Keys, Synth
Marco Cristaudo - Drums, Percussion


Raph and Alex hail from a classical background, grandfather Emanuel Hurwitz being one of the world's most famous violinists in his day and parents Michael Hurwitz and Miriam Keogh) both professional musicians held in high global regard. Drawing on influences from this genre both Raph and Alex form structured, complex and intricate music that at first listen will sound commercial and easy to enjoy but on further exploration shows both depth and complexity is something that is skillfully woven into their work. 

Jonny has been hailed by many as a highly technical, passionate and skilled guitarist having a high level of drive for learning technique and how to apply that ability into graceful and well phrased music. Jonny also partners perfectly with Raph's writing style whilst the two of then still manage provide a catalyst for further exploration and development to their writing style.

Marco Cristaudo has brought his musicianship to the group from Sicily where his father is deeply rooted in popular music and owns his own recording studio in hometown Catania. Marco's drive to develop himself and his playing style, combined with his studies at Drum Tech, has meant that in a relatively short time frame his abilities continue to impress his peers and the music world around him.

Rosa is the latest addition to the group, not being on the first release (Embers and Theories), her addition was mainly as Raph decided that trying to play keys whilst also playing guitar and singing is a bit of a tall order! Although the band had no necessity for a new member, the decision was taken to add Rosa so that live performances could take on the same range of expression that the studio tracks do. Rosa joined Audiogold with her own pedigree of brilliance, her father, Stephen Hussy the owner and performer with the Urban Soul Orchestra, has performed/recorded with: Leona Lewis, Groove Armada, Jay-Z, Keane, Il Divo, Oasis,The Script, Grace Jones, Mika and many others. Rosa herself is a highly accomplished player with a classical background and with her addition adds a whole new dimension to writing new material with Audiogold.
 

For Audiogold's Press Kit:

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Facebook:

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Website/Blog:

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iTunes weblink:

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Mic Dangerously. The name says it all..

The front man for Los Angeles based Funk-Rock/Soul trio, ZEN ROBBI, sets himself apart from the rest with tenacious lead vocals and face melting guitar solos.

Since the dawn of the millennium, Mic has played hundreds of shows all over the west coast, sharing the stage with acts such as The Smashing Pumpkins, Slash, The English Beat, Unwritten Law, The Dirty Heads, Pepper, and countless others..

His dedication to his craft has garnered Mic Dangerously the utmost respect and recognition from peers and fans alike. Having put 4 full length albums out with ZEN ROBBI, and producing 2 of them, Mic has been no stranger to reinventing himself both as a performer and a writer.

His music has been featured on Fox, MTV's Nitro Circus, and many other media outlets. This young man’s continuous drive to push Rock and Roll to the next level is a force to be reckoned with.

Discography:

Company (2005)

pawn gone king. (2007)

Heavy Lies the Crown (2012)

Lovely in the Middle: An Acoustic Collection (2012)

Upcoming Releases:

That's My Jam (Get Up and Dance) - Single - Release date July 3rd

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Zen-Robbi/57724363729

Rusty is a North Georgia based guitarist with a passion for Modern Worship. With over 10 years of experience, his goal has always been to work hard and lead people to worship with song. You can find Rusty performing regularly in churches throughout Georgia.

www.facebook.com/rustylhogan

http://rustyhogan.info/

Testimonials:

"Rusty is an anchor musician for any band." -- Keith King, Audio Engineer

"Mixing vintage growl and modern rock, Rusty is an excellent guitar player and an amazing addition to any Worship Band." Brad Groce, Worship Leader

"Rusty does great whether I give him the chord charts two weeks in advance or day of." Nathan Stinson, Worship Leader

Ichabod Crane is the main character in Washington Irving's "Legend of Sleepy Hollow," described as superstitious, cruel and depraved. ?Ichabod' is also an ancient Hebrew name that means inglorious or shameful (it was customary to call children derogatory names so they would be less appealing to demons).
As a band, we were formed in 2006. We have recorded a demo, 3 EPs and 2 albums; our new album "Brimstone" is available now on our Storenvy and Bandcamp pages:

http://ichabodcranemetal.storenvy.com/
http://ichabodcranemetal.bandcamp.com/

Genre	Heavy/Thrash
Members	Scott - Vocals/Guitar Mike - Guitar/Vocals Matt - Bass/Vocals Brandon - Drums
Hometown	Akron, OH
Current Location	Akron, OH

Eternal Rest are a death metal act from Brisbane, Australia. Their powerful energy must be seen to be believed. This young band is surging forward with momentum and are set to have a bright future.

Eternal Rest have played with many national and international artists such as Unearth (USA), The Black Dahlia Murder (USA), Guttermouth (USA), Ulcerate (NZ), Sybreed (Switzerland), Alchemist, State Of Integrity and many more.

The band just finished recording their debut full length which will be available mid 2012. The album was recorded and mixed by Joe Haley (Psycroptic).

Brandon Hudspeth has played professionally for several years. Originally from Oklahoma, Brandon formed a band called Traffic Jam who opened for such names as Jay McShan and Bobby Blue Bland. He has also played with Cal Collins and the legendary Clark Terry.

In 1997, at the age of 19, Brandon relocated to Kansas City where he quickly established himself as a solid performer. He played with The MO City Jumpers before forming his own act, The Cobalt Project which enjoyed local and regional success with the release of the CD "Conversations With Lightnin'". Brandon continues to be a first call sub for guitar players in such noteworthy Kansas City acts as John Paul Drum, Little Hatch and the House rockers, Washboard Chaz, Big John and the 39th Street Blues band, and Lee McBee.

Brandon was one of the co-founders of The Cobalt Project, teaches guitar lessons and wrote several of the Cobalt Projects original songs. Brandon was also a member of the Kansas City Blues and Heritage All-Star Band, the opening act of the 2002 Kansas City Blues and Heritage Festival.

At present Brandon has formed a band called Levee Town from solid members of the Cobalt Project and from highly skilled professional musicians from the area.

Brandon has a strong emotional approach to his guitar playing, has a great work ethic, and brings it all out from the center of his heart and soul.

Brandon cites Freddie King and Buddy Guy as his primary influences.

Jim Suhler

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Jim Suhler
Jim Suhler performing in 2011
Background information
Born	(1960-12-30) December 30, 1960 (age 52) Dallas, Texas United States
Genres	Blues, Rock and Roll
Occupations	Musician, Songwriter, Bandleader, Record Producer
Instruments	Vocals, Guitar
Years active	1980–Present
Labels	EMI, Eagle, MCA, CMC, Lucky Seven, Topcat, Underworld, Continental Blue Heaven, Black Top, Pee Wee, Delta Groove, Easydisc
Associated acts	George Thorogood & The Delaware Destroyers; Jim Suhler & Monkeybeat
Website	www.jimsuhler.com
Notable instruments
1957 Gibson Les Paul Goldtop, 1931 National Steel Resonator

Jim Suhler (born December 30, 1960 in Dallas, Texas) is an American Texas Blues guitarist. Suhler has been playing professionally since the 1980s and has performed with a variety of Blues legends that include George Thorogood, Johnny Winter, AC/DC, Buddy Whittington, Billy F. Gibbons, Joe Bonamassa, Elvin Bishop, and Buddy Guy along with many other notable musicians. He resides in Dallas, Texas and plays locally in and around Texas' major cities, especially Dallas/Fort Worth with his own band, "Jim Suhler & Monkey Beat", in addition to the remainder of the United States and Canada.

He and his band enjoy a large following in Europe, particularly in the Netherlands, Denmark, Norway, England and Ireland.

The current Monkey Beat lineup includes: Shawn Phares on keyboards/accordion (joined in 2000); Carlton Powell on bass guitar/vocals (co-founding member) and Beau Chadwell on drums/percussion (joined in 2011). Former members include Jimmy Morgan and Paul Hollis (both on drums).

Since 1999, Suhler has been the lead/rhythm Guitarist for George Thorogood & The Destroyers on all the band's releases & tours.^[1]

Suhler performing with George Thorogood at Crossroads, Kansas City on August 20, 2010

Contents [hide] 1 Early life and early career 2 Monkey Beat and George Thorogood & The Destroyers 3 Later career 4 Personal life 5 Discography 6 References 7 External links

[edit] Early life and early career

Jim Suhler was born in Dallas, Texas on December 30, 1960. He grew up in the Lakewood area of Dallas, Texas and attended Hillcrest High School. His first exposure to music was by The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and other British Invasion bands on Dallas AM top 40 radio station KLIF in the 1960s. His major influences at that point were Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Allman Brothers Band, ZZ Top, Johnny Winter, Led Zeppelin and Rory Gallagher among others. During these formative years, Suhler was exposed to Texas guitar talent performing in local North Texas nightclubs like Bugs Henderson,^[2] Stevie Ray Vaughan, Anson Funderburgh, Jimmie Vaughan and Rocky Hill. Suhler played in an array of forgotten cover and original bands during these years, initially backing other vocalists or guitarists. He knew at an early age he definitely wanted to be a musician (he started playing guitar at the age of 14) but it wasn't until a trip to Mississippi where he met the legendary artist, Son Thomas, that he knew for certain that he wanted to play the Blues. Suhler said of this visit, "He was really gracious - he let me come in and we played together. It was really special."

Suhler's first bar band was called "Stray Cats". They played a few gigs in 1980 at St. Christopher's, one of Stevie Ray Vaughan's Dallas venues at that time. Suhler played guitar for the hard rock band "Overlord" in 1985, playing Dallas’ punk/underground venues including the Twilite Room, Theater Gallery and also Nairobi Room. Suhler then co-fronted the Road Hogs from 1986-1988, with harmonica player/vocalist Memo Gonzalez,^[3] recording a long lost 45rpm for Pee Wee Records, “Dogged & Driven b/w “Hot & Bothered”. Suhler was playing a much more traditional form of blues than he is now known for, much in the style of T-Bone Walker, Magic Sam and B.B. King. Following the demise of the Road Hogs, Suhler’s next band was The Homewreckers.^[4] This lineup played together from 1989-1991, recording a cassette only release called “Hit It & Git It”. It was during this period Suhler was a DJ at Dallas’ KNON radio station, hosting a three hour weekly blues show called “Radio Mojo” every Tuesday night (1987-1990).

[edit] Monkey Beat and George Thorogood & The Destroyers

Monkey Beat performing at Knuckleheads Saloon in Kansas City, Missouri on July 11, 2010

While later playing a Homewreckers set at a Memphis, Tennessee club called Huey's,^[5] he was discovered by George Thorogood, eventually joining the Destroyers in 1999. Thorogood was impressed with Suhler’s playing, arranging and songwriting skills, and consequently the two struck up a friendship. After the Homewreckers imploded in mid 1991, Suhler formed power trio Monkey Beat, with drummer Paul Hollis and bassist/vocalist Carlton Powell. At that time, Suhler sent a four song demo to Thorogood's producer/engineer Terry Manning, after Thorogood told Suhler, “Terry Would Love You Guys”. Manning was indeed impressed with Monkey Beat, agreeing to engineer and release an album on Manning’s fledgling label, Lucky Seven records. The albums "Radio Mojo" (1992) and "Shake" (1995) were the result of this collaboration. Several tours opening for Thorogood & the Destroyers across North America in 1993-95 followed. Thorogood also had Suhler appear with him on numerous radio shows and make in-store appearances with him to get Monkey Beat more exposure.^[6] Suhler became a full time member of George Thorogood & The Destroyer's in 1999 and has appeared on every release by the band since then, playing lead/rhythm guitar, as well as co-writing some of the band's material.

After the recording of the Mike Morgan/Jim Suhler CD "Let The Dogs Run", Monkey Beat went to the legendary Compass Point Studios in Nassau, Bahamas to again record with Manning. “Shake” soon followed, which to this day is Suhler’s darkest, most hard rock record. The lyrics were fueled by a divorce that Suhler was going through at the time of the writing and conception of the music. For the next few years, Jim Suhler & Monkey Beat toured throughout the United States and Europe, playing clubs, theaters and festivals for an ever burgeoning fan base.

“Bad JuJu”, which was produced by noted producer Jim Gaines ^[7] (Stevie Ray Vaughan, Carlos Santana) was easily the most fully realized Monkey Beat album to date, & released by Lucky Seven records in 2001. Texas rock ‘n roll, Zydeco, Tex-Mex music, Hip Hop & Blues influences were all evident on the songs on this album.

Monkey Beat's latest album, “Tijuana Bible”, was released in 2009. It was recorded in Nashville with Tom Hambridge producing, & includes guest artists Elvin Bishop, Jimmy Hall and Joe Bonamassa. “Tijuana Bible” includes cover’s by Rory Gallagher, AC/DC, and Elvin Bishop, as well as 13 of Suhler's originals. The album was nominated for the Blues Music Award in the category of best blues-rock recording.^[8]

[edit] Later career

Suhler onstage performing with George Thorogood & The Destroyers - Opening for AC/DC in Helsinki, Finland 2002

Also on Suhler’s resume is scoring the PBS documentary “Larry vs. Lockney”,^[9] and having his compositions used in major motion picture releases and television worldwide. In 2002, Suhler fulfilled a lifelong dream by playing two shows with AC/DC during their Stiff Upper Lip Tour, in Helsinki, Finland and Hamburg, Germany.

Suhler has also played publicly onstage with Les Paul, James Cotton, Hank Williams, Jr. Duke Robillard, Peter Wolf, Willie Nelson, Irma Thomas, Dr. John, Pinetop Perkins, Lazy Lester, Steve Miller, Elvin Bishop, Son Seals, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Johnny Rivers, Joe Bonamassa, Cross Canadian Ragweed and others. Suhler also appears on the 2008 Elvin Bishop album, “The Blues Rolls On”.

Suhler co-produced an album in 2010 for another Texas-Based Blues Band, Jason Elmore & Hoodoo Witch entitled "Upside Your Head" ^[10] which received widespread acclaim in the Blues genre. He also contributed consulting/performance work on Hoodoo Witch's second album entitled "Tell You What" ^[11] which was released on March 19, 2013.

[edit] Personal life

In 2002, Suhler and Lauri Miles were married by the Reverend Willy G, aka ZZ Top guitarist Billy F Gibbons in Houston, Texas. Gibbons became ordained in order to perform the ceremony and has subsequently married several other couples. In 2007, Suhler had his divorce decree from the aforementioned wedding “blessed” by Texas humorist/writer/musician/politician Kinky Friedman.

Also that year, Suhler's daughter Brittany was killed in an automobile accident. Suhler started the Brittany Suhler Memorial Foundation in her honor. The acoustically driven “Dirt Road” was released by Topcat records in 2002, shortly after his daughter's death.

[edit] Discography

Monkey Beat (denoted with *) and collaborations with other artists:

• Radio Mojo 1993* ^[12]
• Robert Ealey's If You Need Me 1995 ^[13]
• Let The Dogs Run 1994 with Mike Morgan (Mike Buck on Drums & Keith Ferguson on Bass guitar) ^[14]
• Shake 1995* ^[12]
• Blues Guitar Duels 1997 ^[12]
• Live At The Blue Cat Blues (Recorded in 1998, Released in 2000) with Alan Haynes (Made Top 100 Live Blues CD’s of All Time list in 2005 ) ^[12]
• Bad JuJu 2001* ^[12]
• Dirt Road 2002 ^[12]
• Starvation Box 2003* ^[12]
• Elvin Bishop's The Blues Rolls On 2008 ^[15]
• Jim Suhler & Monkey Beat at the Granada - Real Time Live In Texas DVD 2008* ^[16]
• Tijuana Bible 2009* with Joe Bonamassa, Elvin Bishop ^[12]
• Texas Scratch (2011) with Buddy Whittington & Vince Converse (Not yet released as of May 26, 2012) ^[17]

With George Thorogood & The Destroyers:^[18]

• Live In '99 (1999)
• Ride 'Til I Die (2003)
• George Thorogood And The Destroyers: 30th Anniversary Live DVD (2004)
• The Hard Stuff (2006)
• The Dirty Dozen (2009)
• 2120 South Michigan Ave. (2011) Nominated for the Blues Music Award for "Best Rock Blues Album" ^[19]

[edit] References

1. ^ Thorogood, George. "The Delaware Destroyers". Retrieved 25 May 2012.
2. ^ Hopkins, Daniel (March 29, 2012). "Blues For Bugs: A Few Friends Remember the Dallas Guitar Hero". Dallas Observer. Retrieved May 25, 2012.
3. ^ Gonzalez, Memo. "Memo Gonzalez & The Bluescasters". Memo Gonzalez. Retrieved 26 May 2012.
4. ^ Suhler, Jim. "Artist: Jim Suhler". The International Jazz Festival of Montreal. Retrieved 26 May 2012.
5. ^ Restaurant, Huey's. "Huey's Official Website". Huey's: Blues, Brews & Burgers. Retrieved 27 May 2012.
6. ^ Weitz, Matt (June 27, 1996). "Electric blue". Dallas Observer. Retrieved May 20, 2012.
7. ^ Gaines, Jim. "Jim Gaines Credits". ArtistDirect.com. Retrieved 26 May 2012.
8. ^ Foundation, Blues. "2010 - 31st Blues Music Awards". The Blues Foundation. Retrieved 27 May 2012.
9. ^ Tannahill, Larry. "POV - Larry v. Lockney". POV. Retrieved 27 May 2012.
10. ^ Elmore, Jason. "Jason Elmore & Hoodoo Witch". jasonelmore.net. Retrieved May 25, 2012.
11. ^ Elmore, Jason. "Jason Elmore & Hoodoo Witch". jasonelmore.net. Retrieved March 25, 2013.
12. ^ ^{a b c d e f g h} "Discography: Jim Suhler". Allmusic. Retrieved May 25, 2012.
13. ^ "If You Need Me Robert Ealey". Allmusic. Retrieved May 25, 2012.
14. ^ Morgan, Mike. "Let The Dogs Run - Mike Morgan". Allmusic. Retrieved 27 May 2012.
15. ^ Feenstra, Pete. "Elvin Bishop: The Blues Rolls On Delta Groove [[2008 in music|2008]]". getreadytorock.com. Retrieved May 25, 2012. Wikilink embedded in URL title (help)
16. ^ Suhler, Jim. "REAL TIME: Live In Texas". Film Baby. Retrieved 25 May 2012.
17. ^ Converse, Vince. "Vince Converse Biography". Allmusic. Retrieved 27 May 2012.
18. ^ Thorogood, George. "Band Discography". Retrieved 25 May 2012.
19. ^ Foundation, Blues. "2012 - 33rd Blues Music Awards". The Blues Foundation. Retrieved 27 May 2012.

[edit] External links

• Jim Suhler & Monkey Beat Official Website
• George Thorogood and the Destroyers Official Website

Samanth Fish

http://www.samanthafish.com/

Just a few months ago, very few people outside Kansas City, Missouri knew there was a young, dynamic musician named Samantha Fish getting ready to take the world by storm. In fact, it's not all that long ago that the 22-year-old singer/guitarist first discovered the blues and started paying her dues on that city's local scene. With Runaway, her solo debut, she now breaks out big time, announcing herself as a newcomer to be reckoned with.

The album's ten tracks - nine of them originals - incorporate "all the sounds I grew up with, with my own spin," says Fish, who seems to have spent her formative years in the Midwest soaking up a vast array of musical styles. Runaway features sharp-edged, riff-driven blues ("Down in the Swamp"), breakneck boogies ("Runaway"), smoky, late-night jazz ("Feelin' Alright") as well as hints of the sultry 70s hard rock of Ann and Nancy Wilson and the 4/4 ruggedness of the Rolling Stones. Throughout, Fish demonstrates astonishing range and depth as a songwriter. Her vocals are cool, confident and nothing less than beguiling.

Backing her on this eclectic collection of modern electric blues is the same crack team that first convened for the making of Girls With Guitars. That collaboration with fellow female artists Cassie Taylor and Dani Wilde, released earlier this year, already showed that Fish refuses to be intimidated, even when working with musicians more experienced than herself. "They are incredibly talented and creative, so it made for fun sessions," she says of the well-oiled studio band heard on Runaway. Jamie Little, one of the UK's most in-demand drummers, reunites with bassist Cassie Taylor to give the record plenty of rhythmic thump. Producer Mike Zito, a St. Louis native and 2010 Blues Music Award winner, adds thick, meaty electric guitar on most cuts. "Mike and I have known each other for a few years now, so he knew the sound and style I was after. He did a great job of taking ideas and giving them direction in the studio setting."

In between making these first two albums, Fish spent a month on the road with Cassie Taylor and Dani Wilde for the first leg of the year-long Blues Caravan Tour. It gave her the valuable opportunity to road-test the material heard on Runaway to a discriminating audience. With an exciting new debut album now in her back pocket, the tour continues throughout the summer and into the fall of 2011, touching down at many European and North American festivals and even taking to the seas on the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise in October.