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Episode 39 Featuring Lael Alderman
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Mon, 17 Dec 2007 
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Episode 39 Parts 1 & 2
Join us in Part 1 where Jeremy Wilson and Sam Densmore spin new tracks from: Jessica Stiles , Joel "Fad'nez" Fadness, The Lonely H, Subterranean Howl , Dramady, and Silverhawk. Scroll down to the PART 1 section to check it all out!

In part 2 of Episode 39 of the MastanMusic Hour, you'll hear songwriter Lael Alderman and his stellar band. Lael is on lead vocals, harmonica and acoustic guitar and is backed by some fine musicians including Gregg Williams (Drums) Mike Squires (guitar) Michael Lewis (guitar/keys/vocal) and Jordan Leff (bass/keys/vocals). He talks of the making of his new record, "Of Birds, Devils, and the Heart", and gives insight into the inspiration behind his emotionally charged songs.

Scroll down to the PART 2 section to listen to the show and to read more about Lael Alderman

For a glimpse of the show, click on the MMHour Video Single icon to see and hear Lael Aldermans song "Some Days You Just Have To Wonder" live from our studio!

MastanMusic Newswire

Jeremy Wilson Medical Benefit Announced - The Cure Cover Night Saturday December 29, 2007 at Doug Fir Lounge - Portland, OR.

On Staurday, Dec. 29 the Doug Fir Lounge will host a benefit for our own Jeremy Wilson, Portland musician, songwriter and producer. The proceeds from this event will be contributed to ease the burden of medical expenses related to his recently discovered serious heart condition. Local writer and publicist Barbara Mitchell is spearheading the event which will feature local talent such as Boy Eats Drum Machine, Chris Robley, Leigh Marble, Mike Danner, Silverhawk, Tony Smiley, Gina Noell, and many others covering Cure songs. This will be an entertaining and special show, so come out and lend your support.

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The MastanMusic Hour is produced, engineered and hosted by Jeremy Wilson and Sam Densmore. Videography and video editing done by Jeremy Wilson and John Densmore. Videography and special projects Christine Frederica. Photography by Juliana Tobon

Jessica Stiles, Joel Fadness, The Lonely H, Subterranean Howl, Dramady, Silverhawk


MastanMusic Hour - Episode 39 - Part 1 29.9 mb mp3
Ultra-Indie Showcase
Jessica Stiles
"Straight To the Heart" from the CD
Straight To the Heart (demo single)
Jessica Stiles will be the featured artist on Episode 40 pt 2 of the MastanMusic Hour. This track from her demo single "Straight to the Heart" is a reflection of her appreciation of the art of songwriting and the folk tradition. Listing influences such as Woody Guthrie and A.P. Carter, her good taste in listening habits is evident in her presentation.

Visit Jessica Stiles on the web at Jessica Stiles Label Page for more info on the band.

Joel "Fad'nez" Fadness
"Phunarp" from the CD
DYNOKALEIDO
Joel "Fad'nez" Fadness is a solo artist in the true sense of the term, having written all the music and played all the parts on his new record, "DYNOKALEIDO". It includes drum set, percussion, piano, a host of keyboard instruments and synthesizers, autoharp, marimba, balphon, guitar, bass, and programming. The music is progressive, textured and spatial. For fans of instrumental progressive rock, Joel Fadness is a good bet.

Hear learn more about this artist go to the Joel Fadness Website.

The Lonely H
"Hair" from the CD
Hair
The Loney H The Lonely H are a young Power Pop band from Port Townsend that's making waves in the NW music scene. Their live shows are known for being energetic and tight. Bands this young, with this kind of talent and energy are rare. Check them out on their upcoming national tour. Keep your ears open for a great live set from them right here on our Podcast in January 2008.

Check out more info about this band too at The Lonely H Myspace

The Subterranean Howl
"In The Sun" from the CD
Cover Your Ears (And Close Your Eyes)
photo on mastanmusic.com The Subterranean Howl features the inimitable Simon Milliman on vocals and guitar. With the line up and the bands name (recently known as Skeletor Mojo, Delano) revolving and changing around him for years now, he's emerged as the bands creative centerpiece. Their new CD is as yet unreleased, but we have an inside track with the band. So, enjoy this unreleased track, "in the Sun".

Find out lots more about this band at their website: The Subterranean Howl MySpace

Dramady
"RAH" from the CD
Better Forever
photo on mastanmusic.com From Portland, Oregon comes Dramady. Zacary Quintin Stanley and Amanda Mason Wiles make "cute, inspired psychedelic music specifically created for our buddies". Dramatic and engaging, this music is sort of like listening to an intimate confession from a friend; heated and emotional and vulnerable all at once. Recorded over the course of a year at Arbor Lodge Studios in Portland, their new CD, "Better Forever" is out now on North Pole Records. This is some of the coolest indie space rock we've heard in awhile.

Check out DRAMADY Myspace for more show listings.

Silverhawk
"Drive My Ass Around Town" from the CD
Hangover Bicycle Ride
photo on mastanmusic.com Our own Silverhawk has a new CD called "Hangover Bicycle Ride" slated for official release this spring on the MastanMusic label. You're in luck because you can get this Psychedelic trip today,just in time for the holidays, directly from the MastanMusic Store Check the Silverhawk Myspace page for show locations and dates in the near future. They will also be one of the featured bands on the Doug Fir hosted Cure covers night and benefit for Jeremy Wilson on Sat. Dec 29, 2007. Others slated to donate their renditions of Robert Smith and Co.'s songs to offset JW heart related medical expenses are Leigh Marble, Boy Eats Drum Machine, Chris Robley and Fear Of Heights, Tony Smiley and some more special musical surprises. Check out the MastanMusic Newswire for more information. Come early because this show will be packed!

Check out Silverhawk Myspace for more show listings.

Title Artist Where
Strait To The Heart Jessica Stiles 01:44
Phunarp Joel "Fad'nez" Fadness 06:23
Hair The Lonely H 12:56
In The Sun Subterranean Howl 17:04
RAH Dramady 20:51
Drive My Ass Around Town Silverhawk 27:05

Lael Alderman Band
MMHour 39 Part 2
MastanMusic Hour - Episode 39 - Part 2 34.5 mb mp3
Lael Alderman & Friends
photo on mastanmusic.com Originally from Alaska, and now based in Portland, OR., Lael Alderman has been releasing records since the early 90's. He was signed for a brief while as a "sensitive singer songwriter" to Geffen records. Following that, he made a name for himself as a rocking frontman and lead vocalist with The Bella Fayes. After the breakup of the Bella Fayes (which occurred as they began work on an album), he determined that a solo career was the path he wanted to follow.

Taking a laid back approach, most of Laels new CD was recorded in his home studio, with a little help from some friends. Producer extraordinaire, Gregg Williams, (Sheryl Crow, Dandy Warhols, Blitzen Trapper) played drums, provided advice on equipment purchases and studio setup, and also mixed "Of Birds Devils and the Heart" at his private studio.

Tour plans for the near future will include regional shows with the band, and solo shows abroad. In either context, Lael's great melodies are sung with finesse. His recent CD release show in Portland was a smashing success and allowed him to reconnect with old fans and make some new ones by giving out copies of the new CD, with hand packaged artwork, at the show. "I just wanted to get it out there, " he says.

Take the time to check out Episode 39 part 2 of the MastanMusic Hour. This is a better than average show, and a great way to preview Laels new CD and hear some exclusive recordings of new, unreleased songs as well.

Title Artist Where
Brand New Day Lael Alderman 03:26
My Heart There Lael Alderman 10:42
The Bird Who Sings Lael Alderman 14:40
Desire Desire Lael Alderman 20:22
The Open Road Lael Alderman 25:48
Some Days You Just Have To Wonder Lael Alderman 31:41

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