Rory Sullivan LIVE at Acoustic Long Island 1-4-2011
Rory Sullivan – Rory Sullivan & The Second Season is a New York City based band playing an infectious blend of progressive folk with pop sensibility and a country flair. Founded by Delaware-bred singer/songwriter Rory Sullivan and the New Hampshire-bred rhythm section of Ryan Gleason and Matt Musty following Sullivan’s relocation to New York City in 2011, the band has quickly built up a following within the indie/folk scene of New York City, as well as in the Northeast and South. Often compared to luminaries Ray LaMontagne and James Taylor, Sullivan has a natural talent for writing insightful, thought-provoking songs. Grammy award winning producer and guitarist Will Ackerman has said of the band, “With brilliant songwriting, guitar skills of a soloist and a voice as big as a house Rory is one of the most impressive young singer/songwriters I’ve heard in a long time.” For more, go to www.rorysullivanmusic.com.
Barnaby Bright LIVE at Acoustic Long Island 1-4-2012
Barnaby Bright – Brooklyn-based indie folk rock duo Barnaby Bright, have garnered high accolades for their lyrically captivating and impeccably balanced songwriting and sound. The ying to each other’s yang, Becky’s angelic voice enchants audiences, while Nathan’s brilliant mastery of multiple instruments and writing styles guides the songs down their path. Finalists in the prestigious New York Song Circle Contest for two years in a row, Barnaby Bright was awarded the Grand Prize, winners in November 2010 for their song, “Don’t Look Down.” Their first album, “Wake The Hero,” garnered accolades such as being highlighted as an “Emerging Artist” at the legendary Falcon Ridge Folk Festival in July 2010. Their music has been featured on ER, Days of Our Lives, and Roadtrip Nation, and the catchy, melodic “If I Came Back As a Song” placed third in 2007’s International Song-Writing Competition, whose panel of judges including Tom Waits. For more, go to www.barnabybright.com.
January Intro with Kris Rice – 1-4-2012
Acoustic Long Island kicks off its 2012 Season with an intro from Long Island artist, Kris Rice.
Last Charge of the Light Horse LIVE at Acoustic LI – 11-2-2011
Last Charge of the Light Horse – Last Charge of the Light Horse was formed in 2004 as a vehicle for songwriter Jean-Paul Vest’s off-beat tunes, and they’ve remained constantly in motion in the years since. Never content to stay with one musical style—or band lineup—for long, the group has released two albums to critical acclaim, gaining them mention in several “Best of the Year” lists and heavy rotation on college radio, where they charted as high as #1 on stations around the country. Other Highlights include Best Independent Album of 2008 – Daily Vault, One of the Best Albums of 2008 – Good Times Magazine, TV: “The Second Time Around” was featured on the PBS series RoadTrip Nation, Best Independent Album of 2005 – Daily Vault, Radio 2006: Getaway Car charted 24 times on 18 different stations, charting as high as #6; #181 on the RIYL weighted charts. For more, go to www.myspace.com/lastcharge.
Micah LIVE at Acoustic Long Island – 11-2-2011
Micah – Micah is an up and coming singer-songwriter originally from Rochester, NY. He spent the last four years living in Boston, while receiving a bachelor’s degree in Music Business from Northeastern University in May of 2010. Singing and playing music since he was just a child, Micah has grown significantly in his abilities. Since he was 16 years old he’s been steadily gigging, starting off in the coffeehouse scene and most recently headlining shows at clubs and colleges throughout the country, spanning from the East and West Coast as well as the South and Mid-West. Currently, Micah has two albums in his discography, his debut self titled ‘Micah EP’, and the second, a full length album titled ‘Coast To Coast’; released early July 2010 (both are available on iTunes). Micah just recently completed successful Fall and Spring national independently funded and booked tours and wants to build momentum and continue touring extensively. If you get a chance to see Micah play, you too will see what everyone is talking about. This new buzz artist is one not to be missed. For more, go to www.myspace.com/micah-music.
November Intro with Siri and Amy Owens – 11-02-2011
Before introducing Long Island artist Amy Owens to the stage, Dave attempts to give a demonstration of the Apple iPhone 4s Siri feature. Things don’t go as planned.
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