Jennifer Nettles, with her distinctive voice, and her “straight-man” duo partner, Kristin Bush, have released this rollicking live album which includes a 10-song CD and a 15-song DVD. “Settlin'” is here and so is “Already Gone.” Diane likes “All I Want to Do” and “Stay.” Sugarland is one of those Country-Western groups that have crossed-over into the lucrative pop music mainstream. They performed with Bon Jovi in a memorable CMT CROSSROADS program a few years ago. It’s a nice video if you can find a used copy. Sugarland is one of the few contemporary groups I would pay Real Money to see. They’re touring with Keith Urban and should play a concert in Buffalo in October. Meanwhile we’ll be listening to this CD and occasionally dip into the DVD. Be warned: you can only buy Sugarland: Live on the Inside at Wal-Mart! GRADE: B+
Man, George, you listen to everything. Or should I say anything, since this is WAY out of my range. Classical, jazz, some (mostly old) rock, soundtracks I’m fine with. Country? No, thanks.
Besides, there’s no Wal-Mart here anyway.
Sugarland is becoming a very popular group, Rick. I try to monitor what’s happening in our fragmented culture.
Dear George,
As someone who’s written wonderful words about the great music that’s still being made – first I’d like to tell you thank you.
I’ve been singer-songwriter Ellis Paul’s friend and manager since 1992 and his music, words and friendship are jewels in my life. Upon examining the state of the music industry, Ellis and I have realized that far and away the most important connections that we have are not at all on the business side of the equation – it’s the people that love Ellis’ music, and music in general. They’re more important than the biggest retailer or the most powerful radio station – so we’re starting a campaign to empower the people.
Ellis’ new album, “The Day After Everything Changed”, has 5 songs on the album co-written by Kristian Bush from the Grammy Award winning country duo Sugarland. Additionally, this album was completely funded by his fans, and is truly one of the finest Ellis has ever recorded. Many of Ellis’ fans and folks passionate about great songwriting don’t even know that it’s been released. So if you’d like to help support a truly independent artist – here’s how. The lead single track on TDAEC is “Annalee”, and if you go to http://www.ellispaul.com/free you can download “Annalee” for free. Unlike so many other free song offers – you don’t have to give us your email, sign up or register for anything at all. It’s free for the taking. The small favor we would ask? Please share it with any and all of your friends that would enjoy Ellis’ music. This would help our efforts and help spread the music. This truly is a campaign about the power of the people in the support of independent music and artists.
Please stay in touch.
And thank you.
Ralph Jaccodine, Manager
I will certainly listen to Ellis Paul’s new album, Ralph. And, thank you for bringing this to our attention!