Compilation of Artists: Next Wave

Norine Braun has been chosen from thousands of artists and bands internationally as Female Singer-Songwriter of The Year Jazz Category for her song Crystallize in the 16th Annual International Los Angeles Music Awards.

LA Music Awards alumni include: System of a Down, Slash, Joe Walsh, Spencer Davis, No Doubt, Korn, Everclear, Jackson Brown and many others. The LA Music Awards November 9, 2006 at the Music Box Theatre Hollywood, CA is now the longest running major awards show for independent artists in the US.

Crystallize produced by Allan Rodgers is from the compilation Next Wave, and is available on cd or downloadable at the following websites.

Norine Braun - Now & Zen

Poet/singer/songwriter Norine Braun reaches deep into her soul for this rock-and-blues album. Dedicated to the memory of her father, and to her many foster siblings “especially my baby blue eyed brother Lance who left my family long ago” Now and Zen delivers sensitive lyrics of love, courage and heartbreak in Braun’s bell-pure voice, backed by the extremely versatile James Bowers on guitar, bass, percussion, harmonica, violin and keyboards (and cellist Corbin Keep on the “Jade” track).

Randeesh - Courage

Belizean-Canadian singer-songwriter Randeesh produces a unique Canadian-Belizean-Caribbean sound in this debut CD. With roots in reggae and a “Canadian calypso” heartbeat rhythm, he strives for a “dance your troubles away” approach, with upbeat lyrics and great riffs by Belizean trumpeter Norman Ysaguirre (Have to Try) and drummer Delhart Mac. On the album’s final tracks, note the unique “Boom and Shine” or “Bruckdown” rhythms of Belize.

John TenBear Thompson - Some Music

Tenbear is a regular and welcome sight at many indoor and outdoor events on the Sunshine Coast and the lower mainland of B.C. a Masterful "busker", John "TenBear" Thompson (vocals, noises, reso & slide guitar, kazoo) playing some old favourites on this new release with the 2003 TenBear line up - Barry "BeaTee" Taylor (Traps with brushes and noises) and Steve Quattrocchi (vocals, mandolin and guitar) If you can, Sunbeam and Hearts coldest winter . The 7 other tracks John play's solo or accompanies himself playing his songs and old pre war gems in the style he calls Western Canadian Piedmont . John "Tenbear" Thompson is worth listening to!

Robert Service - His Own Voice

During the 1960s the radio show Call of the Northland was broadcast from Prince George, British Columbia. At that time it was the practice to record a show in Vancouver and ship the tape to Prince George for replay. The Cremation of Sam McGee was played during the show and The Shooting of Dan McGrew was added to the tape after the show.

The tape of the show was kept by Jack Carbutt, a local broadcaster, and later passed along to a fellow broadcaster, Bob Harkins. Bob kept the tape for many years and eventually gave it to the Prince George Oral History Group in 2000. As there is still a high level of interest in the poetry of Service, the group decided to reproduce the tape and make it available to the public.

Coast String Fiddlers - Look to the Mountains

Recorded at Roberts Creek Recording and St. Bartholomew’s Anglican Church, the deep nuances of cello and top knots of soprano strings are clear and rich throughout (although the small ensemble pieces tend to excel in clarity over the massed strings).

Try to keep from dancing, or reaching for a mug of real ale, during the Tribute to Robbie Burns or Country Girl and the Hungarian Fiddler. But the ultimate, outstanding number has to be Highland Cathedral: fittingly recorded at St Bart’s, the CSF’s signature piece. The sweet voices blend beautifully with orchestral treatments, climaxing with triumphal pipes and drums; this is the Coast String Fiddlers at their very best.

Steve K - Headspace

Needless to say Steve K gets around. Not only has he performed all up and down the coast, he has even done it while travelling by kayak! Dedicated to the environment and the guitar, his songs reflect his feelings and personality. Supporting his CD ventures also help support environmental groups as a portion of the proceeds will go to help them in their causes.

Graham Walker - Jumpety Jump, Songs for children

Graham has been making songs and stories for children of the Sunshine Coast and the world for many years. He is perhaps the best known local producer of albums thanks to the quality of his work and the families that love it so much. This new CD obviously carries a lot of songs for active children (as if there's any other kind). Fun and bouncy; a great delight.

Patricia Hammond - Le Charme

This beautifully talented mezzo-soprano has produced an exquisite CD containing such songs as L'Adieux de l'Hotesse Arabe by Georges Bizet, and Ephitaphe by Tivadar Nachèz. Patricia is backed up by the piano stylings of Zoë Mather.

Grant Waldman - Waldo wants to wake-up the world!!

Cool R&B make up this CD by a wonderful local guitarist. An IT professional, he has taken time out to make a compilation of songs intended to "Wake Up the World!!" as far as the beauty and wonder of the environment, and what we're doing to it. A great poet and songwriter, this is his first CD voyage.

Beginner's Guide to BC Bird Song
by John Neville & Mel Coulson

Ever wanted to know the song of a mallard? Or black-capped chickadee? Why not the common loon, that we have so many of in Canada? This CD contains eight lessons to teach you these calls, as well as the calls of 81 other species of birds. An amazing pastime that is popular all across Canada and the United States.

Lowry Olafson - Feels Like Forever

The crocuses are up here in Gibsons Landing and spring of course means the approach of wedding season. If you have a family member, friend, or are getting married yourself, you'll find this CD helpful. Feels Like Forever is a combination of violin instrumentals and love songs that are tailor made for weddings. You can preview all the songs at the website.

The Video: My friend Laurie O'Byrne produced a video of Feels Like Forever which is now complete and on the website for everyone to view. So until I start touring again to promote the new CD this fall, you can see me, even if I can't see you. Just click on "Watch the Video" at my website

Graham Walker - Cats' Night Out

Another CD by the well-loved children's songwriter, Graham Walker. Touted as containing "Happy songs for Hoppy kids" this album recieved rave reviews from the West Coast Music Review, as well as lots of children and parents all over the Sunshine Coast and British Columbia. Listen to soon-to-be classics like Cat's Night out, Priscilla Pig, The Sandman, and even Matt the Pack Ratt. Don't miss out on these timeless tunes for tiny tots.

Joe Stanton - Passenger Stanton

This CD, produced by Colin Nairne, features the skilled playing and songwriting of Joe Stanton. His six-string guitar playing has made its way into the hearts of people all up and down the Sunshine Coast, thanks to the numerous concerts he has performed at. Now his music can be purchased on CD, and we know his songs will be enjoyed anywhere else in the world, a wonderful British Columbian export.

B.C. - Over Time

B.C. is Barry Taylor - percussion and Chris Bernetchez - flutes. The music of B.C. is very much focused in the present moment. We do not write our music, rather, the music writes itself, or writes us. These sounds originate from where the past meets the future, in that huge, miniscule moment of the "Now". We envision this music to support and nurture expression through movement, dance, artistry, massage, or simply listening. Enjoy...

Graham Walker - Knobbledee Knees

Graham has been making songs and stories for children of the Sunshine Coast and the world for many years. He is perhaps the best known local producer of albums thanks to the quality of his work and the families that love it so much. This new CD not only features his wonderful imagination, but also the support of local artists Tom Carter and Lowry Olafson, notables in their own right.

Lowry Olafson - Days That Disappear Too Soon

Lowry Olafson’s songs sooth, engage, and inspire. This artist has created six CDs so far, and is already working on number seven. He works as a songwriting teacher, as well as touring throughout Canada, the US, Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia.

Trudy Diening - Getting Here From There

Chanteuse Trudy Diening dellivers mellow, jazzy easy listening covers of classic folk tunes (Woodstock; The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face) and beautiful original work. Diening's sensitive rendition of Don McLean's outstandingly moving Vincent - Starry, Starry Night (based on letters from Van Gogh to his brother Theo) is an emotional tour de force.

Coast String Fiddlers - All Strings Considered

Tapping feet, stomping feet, dancing feet; this is what is typically heard at an event done by the Coast String Fiddlers Association, a non-profit association that aside from playing concerts, also puts on workshops and related activities in order to promote the knowledge of traditional fiddle playing. Everything is organized by volunteers, which adds a little more heart and soul to the sound. Enjoy the music of this CD, and support a wonderful coastal organization!

Ron Campbell - Pure Blues Guy

In the course of his life's journey, Ron Campbell discovered two things: his deep and abiding love for classic Delta blues, and that his dream of performing has grown stronger with age. Campbell brings an upbeat energy to the traditional Delta blues sounds of the 1930's, updating the standards with his own fresh and original material. Ron's unique solo performance delivers a bigger, high-energy, full-band sound as he combines fingerstyle acoustic guitar (Dobro and 12-string) with harmonica, vocals, and percussion. His beautifully-executed instrumentals, moving lyrics and sly, dry humour have delighted audiences wherever he has played.

Hear the music and/or order the CDs Pure Blues Guy or the award-winning A Skinny Old White Man Sings the Blues