The David Bowers Awards

John Vento returns to TheDavidBowersAwards with the title song to his next album and stories of how it came to be. As always, John crosses genres and styles and this time he also shares an emotional tribute to Cheslie Kryst, and tells of the song he originally didn't want to record. Jeremy Parsons is also a returning guest who shares a surprisingly original sound in his song, 'Humanity.' Another artist who isn't afraid to cross genres, Jeremy explains this standout hit and shares his creative process with his producer that helps create his original sound. We also sample the latest mix from previous TDBA winner, Miranda Writes, "Taylor Swift (Afro-knock Remix The 61X Million Dollar Soul Brotha)." Listen on BlogTalkRadio Sunday at 2pm EDT/11am Pacific/6PM UTC or on BlogTalkRadio archives anytime. Please re-post to your friends so they can listen, too. http://tobtr.com/12223862

Tennyson King is a Canadian singer/songwriter who is exploding on the music scene both in his native Canada and around the world, having driver the expanse of Canada as well as travelled China and Southeast Asia. His music combines smooth-yet-catchy lyrics with a pleasing and listenable sound that can simply be called 'ear candy.' Xander Monroe comes to us from San Antonio, Texas and is taking the proverbial 'next step' in his music career. Another artist with listenable AND marketable music, Xander evokes memories of the '60s and John Sebastian's Lovin' Spoonful, in particular. His music has a classic yet fresh sound of catchy beats and personal lyrics with authentic electro-pop We also feature "Down In The Dirt" by The Revivalists. Listen on BlogTalkRadio Sunday at 2pm EDT/11am Pacific/6pm UTC or on BlogTalkRadio archives anytime and, PLEASE RE-POST to your friends so they can listen, too! http://tobtr.com/12219792 Follow this page for details and future shows!

We previewed "Somewhere Out There," a touching and heart-wrenching song about Alzheimer's/Dementia from the victim's perspective, by Smith Sisters and The Sunday Drivers. Respons was so overwhelming that we had to get the girls back to discuss the song, the writer and how it came together. This week we do that. Kelly of Smith Sisters joins us to share the song and introduce Harrolyn Black, widow of the songwriter 'Butch' Black, who wrote the song. Join us in exploring the history of this moving masterpiece to the pain of Alzheimer's/Dementia as well as the story of the writer and how the song was conceived and finally brought to be shared with the public. Listen as as we talk with Kelly, Harrolyn and another special guest, Sharon Lia on this very special edition of TheDavidBowersAwards. Listen on BlogTalkRadio Sunday at 2pm EDT/11am Pacific/ 6pm UTC or on BlogTalkRadio archives anytime and please, RE-POST the link to your friends so that they can listen, too. Follow here for future shows.

TheDavidBowersAwards presents Leigh Thomas album preview, 'The Long Way.' Leigh Thomas, singer/songwriter/guitarist from Melbourne, Australia, returns to TheDavidBowersAwards to debut his newest album, 'The Long Way.' Leigh talks about the songs on the album and his vision for creating his first album after many years in the business producing mostly singles. Leigh's music is primarily pop-rock, although it crosses many genres including r&b, ballad and even country-rock. He prides himself on constantly trying new things and experimenting with new styles as well as utilizing his complete 'tool box' of vocal talents. On 'The Long Way,' he gives us a sample of his range of voice as well as styles, shifting smoothly and effortlessly from straight pop-rock to power-pop to even a touch of outlaw-country! And, he does this without losing the originality and listenability that are hallmarks of his style. This is a truly listenable album .... one that you'll want to listen to repeatedly. We also sample the latest from our Brit-rock friends, Wild Horse, "Angles." This is the latest in their evolution as an all-round brilliant rock band that's not afraid to color outside the lines .. this may be their best yet! Listen on BlogTalkRadio Sunday at 2pm EDT/11am Pacific/6pm UTC or on BlogTalkRadio archives anytime and be resure to RE-POST the line for your friends so that they can listen, too. http://tobtr.com/12212297 Follow this page for details and future shows!

TheDavidBowersAwards presents David Martinez and Gary Pratt David Martinez is a multi-award-winning singer/songwriter (And school teacher!), one of the most popular and sought-after artists in the region. David has won accolades and awards from Corpus Christie to L.A., collaborted with some of the biggest names in the music business and showcased at SXSW. A card-carrying Grammy voting member of the Academy David's star is rising meteorically. Gary Pratt grew up in a small town in Pennsylvania and became a singer/songwriter with a growing following. He has played everything from local clubs to large venues and has opened for people like Dwight Yocum, Ronnie Milsap and Chrystal Gayle. Gary likes to cross genres and show his audiences his range from country to pop to rock. He is always thinking how to connect with his audience. We also present a touching and moving song about a the ravages of dementia, "Somewhere Out There" from Smith Sisters and The Sunday Drivers. Join us Sunday on BlogTalkRadio at 2pm EDT/11am Pacific/6pm UTS or on BlogTalkRadio archives anytime, and please RE-POST to your friends so they can listen, too.

Michael Coleman (aka Metropolitan Cowboy) created See Your Shadow Songwriting as a network of talented vocalists, musicians and songwriters to bring art to life. A successful singer/filmmaker/photographer/producer, Michael is the driving force. making good use of the talents in the group to span all genres, and shares his new country classic, "Whatever On The Rocks." Michael Stover is a multi-award-winning, bonafide 'rock star' in music, running a full-service artist management group. Able to handle and place artists in whatever areas of music they want and need, he passes his award-winning leadership to his artists who are constantly in the news for THEIR awards! Truly on the cutting edge of today's music business, he's the perfect guest for Rockstar101. We also feature an exciting discovery from Buffalo, NY, the Rock 'n' Soul band Farrow, founded by our third Michael this week(!), Michael Farrow. Listen with us on BlogTalkRadio Sunday at 2pm Eastern DAYLIGHT time/11am Pacific/6pm UTC Follow this page for details and future shows!

TheDavidBowersAwards presents Burn The Louvre and Lilly Martin Burn The Louvre is an indie/rock duo based in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada and is the culmination of the music growth of Jordan Speare. Jordan is joined by Sean Cooper and their music has evolved over several years and incorporates many styles, primarily indie/rock with a touch of punk. It's a life-story of the recent years of Jordan and his partnering with Sean. Lilly Martin is a transplanted New Yorker who call Switzerland home where she lives with her husband and two children and is building her second career, this as a singer/songwriter. In addition to a personality that grabs you immediately, her powerful, passionate voice and interpretation make whatever she sings 'HER' song. Listen and you'll agree she's found her calling. We also spotlight a previous TDBA winner, Miranda Writes, whose latest release, "TS," is a salute to Taylor Swift. Listen in on BlogTalkRadio at 2pm EST/11am Pacific/7pm UTC or on BlogTalkRado archives anytime... and please re-post to your friends so they can listen, too. Follow this page for details and future shows!

Studio D'Lux is the studio project of Doug Kistner (Trans-Siberian Orchestra) with Bill Champlin and a Who's Who of classic rock pros. A refreshing throwback to the 80s and 'yacht rock' while reaching out and injecting the styles and strengths of the legendary players for a truly contemporary sound! Josh Remi is a newcomer who has hit with all the force of a high performance auto hitting the track at full throttle. But 'C8' is more than just a paen to the Corvette, it's a love story, you can feel the heartbeat. Josh left is 'day job' to do what he loves and gives us a sneak preview of his NEXT release. We also preview 'Trail of The Chosen One' by previous TDBA winner Corey M Coons. Listen on BlogTalkRadio Sunday at 2pm EST/11am Pacific/7pm UTC or on BlogTalkRadio archives anytime ... and please re-post the link to your friends so they can listen, too! Follow this page for details and all future shows and send comments to david@thedavidbowers.com

TheDavidBowers Awards presents Delta Wires and Dreyden Gordon Delta Wires has been called 'The Kings of Frisco Blues' having followed on the heels of Tower of Power and still going strong over a half century later! They bring their newest album, "If Somebody Told Me" and share tracks as well as their story. You don't want to miss this group. Dreyden Gordon is an emerging bluegrass artist whose style and talents will amaze you ... ESPECIALLY when you find out his age!!! From his opening cover of the classic "Nine Pound Hammer" to his poise and self-confidence you know immediately that he's 'the real deal!' We also sample some 'Southern Rock' from the south ... of Wales by The Crippled Hillbillies! Listen on BlogTalkRadio Sunday at 2pm EST/11m Pacific/7pm UTC or on BlogTalkRadio archives anytime. And please re-post to your friends so they can listen, too.

TheDavidBowersAwards presents Sandy Haley and TariaJaybre Sandy Haley brings in-your-face original blues with no holds barred. She can rock them or smoke them and with lyrics that are fresh from her life. When she sings you can't help but get involved with her meld of Classic Blues and Gospel with a contemporary feel and a touch of rock. TariaJaybre has spent time as a background singer, choir singer as well as turning solo artist and has a feel for each. She fuses that into her Christian-based music but can reach out into pop and soul, too. Whatever she does, people seem like it because they keep asking for more. We also share the WORLD PREMIERE PRE-release from our friends Smith Sisters and The Sunday Drivers with a guest appearance Pat Hannon that you won't want to miss ..especially if you're an Elvis fan! Listen on BlogTalkRadio Sunday at 2pm EST/11am Pacific/7pm UTC or on BlogTalkRadio archives anytime and please, re-post the link to your friends so they can listen, too. http://tobtr.com/12197368 Follow here for details and future shows.

Jennifer Alvarado is an award-winning singer, songwriter, and Christian blogger. Not afraid to cross genres, Jennifer has returned to her country roots and continues to win awards for both her singing and songwriting. Having released her first EP in 2021, she shares her recent hits "Catfish" and "Curious" and her story. He passion is is for recovery ministry and to give voice to the voiceless. Fred Hostetler is an indie artist who has worked with some of the biggest names in the business and continues to turn out thought-provoking, gut-grabbing blues. We're thrilled that he's chosen today to debut his newest release, "Orphan Blues." Having travelled through blues, folk and rock cycles, he has proved his talents and earned the respect of aritsts from Jeff Beck to Buddy Guy. We also break another new single before it's release, "Lazy Days" by previous TDBA winner, Crissy Gammon. Listen on BlogTalkRadio Sunday at 2pm EST/11am Pacific/7pm UTC or on BlogTalkRadio archives anytime ... and be sure to share the link with your friends so they can listen, too. FOLLOW this page for future shows!

The Atlanta-area Cranberry Merchants are an award-winning husband/wife rock duo who have been making music together for 25+ years. They write/produce and perform their own music. While their musical style is simplistic, it’s full of hooks, energy, and touches on some rather unconventional subject matter. They share their latest, 'Walkabout.' David Perry started teaching himself to play Wipeout on the ukelele. He has progressed to the point where he's a versatile multi-instrumentalis who records and produces his own songs and now does his own music videos, too. He is proof that you CAN do it yourself as an indie artist if you're clever enough, driven enough and persistent. We also share a new track from fast-rising star Chesney Claire with S. Korean hiphop artist Holynn, "Cruisin.'" Lilsten to TheDavidBowersAwards on BlogTalkRadio Sunday at 2pm EST/11am Pacific/7pm UTC or on BlogTalkRadio archives anytime. And please, re-post the link to your friends so they can listen, too. Follow this page for future shows!

Miq.El has had chart success and won awards in the US and UK as Hicks. Now, he is re-branding himself as Miqa. El (pron. Michael [MY-kull]). Born and raised in a small town in Sweden, he has made it to the top and halted his career because it was to him a false success. He wanted to be successful 'for the right reasons.' Listen and you'll believe he made the right decision. Roger Adams, an award-winning American Country artist (and ACM 2023 inductee), shares his touching, personal EP 'Reflections of a Man," which was released Christmas Day. We share two tracks from the EP and talk with Roger about his career and vision. Adding to his list of awards, Roger is a 2023 nominee to the Academy of Country Music. Listen and you'll hear why. We also preview "Travellin' On, "a new release from Amy Martin. Listen on BlogTalkRadio Sunday at 2pm EST/11am Pacific/7pm UTC or on BlogTalkRadio archives anytime. And be sure to share the link with your friends so they can listen, too. Follow this page for details on future shows!!

Phyllis SalterGann is the Owner/CEO SalterGann Universal Promotions & Management, managers of many of the artists who have appeared on TDBA. Phyllis introduces Billy ‘Bassman’ Halls, bass player for Blacktop Rodeo, who joins SalterGann as a partner! Billy also shares Blacktop Rodeo's "I Can't Hold 'em" We welcome back Richard Lynch, whose career has spanned over three decades, from a 110-acre farm in Ohio to successfully recording and touring as well as hosting “Traditionally Lynch” show on Renegade Radio, Nashville. Richard shares his classic “Radio Friend” and his upcoming release, “Better Off.” We also share “Hidden Dream” from Montreal-based artist Apacalda, who is creating her own immersive pop-meets-dream sound. Listen on BlogTalkRadio Sunday at 2pm EST/11am Pacific/7pm UTC or on BlogTalkRadio archives anytime. And please RE-POST to your friends so they can listen, too. Follow us here for info on future shows!

Old friends help us welcome the New Year on TheDaviBowersAwards! Sweden's Yoyo xno return with music from their new album, 'House of the Setting Sun,' just relesed New Years' Day! Yoyo xno is a duo that writes and records fun pop/rock with subtle messages woven into catchy lyrics and ear-bug melodies. This new album is no exception! You'll love the tunes but listen to the lyrics. And, we introduce a newcomer to TheDavidBowersAwards, Taydem Shoesmith. Taydem, who is known for her acting in films (It Came From Somewhere, Blood Sisters, Room 108: The Clearing), has started writing and producing music. Not afraid to cross genres, her new single, "Are You Clapping" is a contagious electro-pop anthem to indiviuality and believing in yourself. We also sample two other new releases, 'Two Worlds Apart' by Francis Moon and 'Sorry It's December' by Cehryl. Listen Sunday at 2pm EST/11am Pacific/7pm UTC or on BlogTalkRadio archives anytime and, please, RE-POST this link to your friends so they can listen, too.

The Holidays are upon us and TheDavidBowersAwards is celebrating with holiday music you haven’t heard ‘too much.’ Most of the music we are featuring on our Annual Christmas Special is original music from previous guests/winners on TheDavidBowersAwards. We present 8 Christmas songs from our previous guests, only one of which is a regular Christmas favorite. The other seven are most likely new to you. This may be the first time you’ve heard them … We hope that you’ll want to hear them again. It’s also a chance for you to hear some of our previous guests whom you haven’t heard, sample their music and, perhaps, find new favorites. Whatever your customs or beliefs, we wish you all the joys of the Holidays and Blessings to carry into the New Year. Sit back for an hour and enjoy the sounds of the holidays …. And share the love with those whom you love. Listen on BlogTalkRadio Sunday 2pm EST/11am Pacific/7pm UTC or on BlogTalkRadio archives after that anytime. And please, REPOST to your friend so they can listen, too. http://tobtr.com/12177005

Linda Marks returns to TheDavidBowersAwards with a new album due out January 1st and shares a couple of tracks as well as the story behind the title theme, “Everyday Legends.” She also shares how you can listen to the album NOW as well as pre-order it. Jen Ash guests with us for the first time. After travelling halfway around the world to start a music career in a strange new land, she is carving out her place in music. Her soulful voice, emotional stylings and intuitive knack for connecting with the listener make her a triple threat. We also feature Canadian singer/songwriter Aaron John’s new release, “Thrill of the Ride.” Listen Sunday on BlogTalkRadio at 2pm EST/11am Pacific/7pm UTC or on BlogTalkRadio archives anytime. And please RE-POST the link for your friends so they can listen, too.

Dave Jordan's music is an electrifying version of Americana steeped in blues and swamp rock. Between frequenting the hot spots in their native New Orleans and touring across the U.S., Dave has played with some of the most respected artists among peers like George Porter, Art Neville, The Meters, Joe Bonamassa and Anders Osborne, to name a few. Harry Kappen is a dual-threat, both a creative musical artist AND a professional music therapist. His work in music therapy is well known in his native Netherlands and his music often has subtle meanings and messages within the lyrics. His latest release, 'Wargames' is a good example of his ability to blend a message with amazing musical production. We also feature previous winners, Yoyo Xno 'Neighbor Song' from their forthcoming album 'House of the Setting Sun'! Listen on BlogTalkRadio Sunday at 2pm EST/11am Pacific/7pm UTC or on BlogTalkRadio archives anytime and please RE-POST the link to your friends so that they can listen, too.

David Martinez is making his record-breaking 8th appearance on TheDavidBowersAwards! The pride of Corpus Christi, Texas, David has been growing as a talent over the years he as visited us and this time he brings us the WORLD PREMIERE of his newest realease, "Come Back" which will be released Thanksgiving day but you'll hear it HERE FIRST! Jeremy Parsons is a newer artist making his first appearance on TheDavidBowersAwards. Jeremy brings a down-home basic sense of personal sharing with each song. All of his music is original and his sound has been compared to Arlo Guthrie. Much of his music message comes from personal struggles. Like his newest release, "Tickin." We also introduce you to the music of Jen Ash and her new release, "No Lover Lover." Listen on BlogTalkRadioSunday at 2pm EST/11am Pacific/7pm UTC or on BlogTalkRadio archives anytime. And please re-post the link to your friends so they can listen, too. Follow this page for details and future shows!

Sherise D'Souza returns with her newest hit and her incredible story of success as she explodes onto the world music scene. This dynamic and award-winning singer/songwriter from India has become a voting member of the Recording Academy (Grammys) and is poised to take her talents to the next level. Devan Ekambaram is a well-known name in India and in movie music circles, having been a 'playback' voice as well as a singer, actor and composer. He has sung for over 500 films, beginning his career at the behest of Academy Award winning composer A. R. Rahman. He is also an accomplished instrumentalist. We also share the latest release from old friends Ritchie Dave Porter and Debra Susan, "Working In The City." Join us on BlogTalkRadio Sunday at 2pm EST/11am Pacific/7pm UTC or on BlogTalkRadio archives anytime. And please, RE-POST the link for your friends so they can listen, too.