ZamBamBoogee cd of original music at the Joyful Jewel 7-28-15

ZamBamBoogee
Music cd

Should have put this cd by Zambamboogee up for National Dance Day last Saturday because it is THE best dance music.  Also, music for your intellect and fun-loving spirits.  Susanne Saunders mellow yet gritty voice is heard throughout along with Joey Howell who solos as well as harmonizes and plays amazing guitar.  Bruce Saunders with his bass, Scotty Young's harmonica, and Travis Cohn's drumming hold it all together with their expert beats and riffs.  My favorite is a song by Joey Howell, "Ellipitical" which talks about Pluto coming to town and has amazing space like sound and lyrics -- space like the paintings I have Joey create!  And when you are ready for quiet reflection again, just gaze on the captivating artwork on the cd cover.

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Jewelsong "Everything Real" cd at the Joyful Jewel 7-22-15

"Everything Real"
Jewelsong
cd

We so love Jewelsong here at the Joyful Jewel!  There is nothing so refreshing and deeply inspiring as their music.  Most of their music is originals and certainly is the case with this cd, "Everything is Real."

Jewelsong is Farrunnissa Lila Rosa, Sofianna Sue-Anne Solem, Marilyn Grubbs and Betsy Bickel. The first three started singing and arranging songs together at a beach retreat in 2002. They were joined a year later by Betsy. They have gradually added instruments and their own songs to the mix. Their music expresses their spiritual inspiration, joy in the beauty of nature, concern for the state of the world and hope for the evolution of humanity with a little free advice thrown in for good measure. They are located in the triangle area of NC.

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Gasoline Stove at the Joyful Jewel 5-29-15

Gasoline Stove
cd

Including all original music, Gasoline Stove's cd is not "your grandmother's" music though it is described as "Americana."  You might guess from the title that the songs are varied and about mostly unusual subjects.  These are Scott Morgan's thoughts and visions flowing without punctuation (no periods).  From the title track "Vultures on the Mainframe" : I've seen the vultures dig a man out of his grave Clean him up and make him walk like he was straight . . ."   Here is a more common subject, still with uncommon images, from "Much": Oh me oh my let it rain come inside She takes comfort in knowing that my soul has not died When the timbers quake and the hours do sing You know the wind blows my heart back to you . . ."

From the Gasoline Stove website:  Gasoline Stove is a timeless five piece band, mixing old country, folk, gospel, americana, rock and roots together to create dramatic but playful blues ballads. Rousing harmonies, accordion, piano and a slapping upright bass lead this storytelling extravaganza. 

I first heard this band, playing original music, lyrical story telling really, at Johnny's in Carrboro several years ago and have been a fan though don't get out to hear them often.  Next up for them is The Roost on Thursday June 4, 5 - 8pm and then later in June they will be back at City Tap and then at Saxapahaw.  

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Joe Woodson's cd "Sailing on Dry Land" at the Joyful Jewel 3-21-14

"Sailing on Dry Land" cd
Joe Woodson and the Bean Trees
$15

It's here!  Joe Woodson's new cd, full of original America songs backed by Paul Rosenberg, Jordan Koronet, Bill Hicks, Alison Weiner, and Art Champagne, these are songs of love, of adventure, with a sense of humor and excellent musicianship.  Joe has one of those voices that slide like velvet on smooth age-patinated leather, caressing the lyrics and making you want to move in your chair.  I could listen to him all day -- and sometimes do!  

The cds are here now so you can get a preview, and we'll have the privilege of hearing Joe in person, at his "CD Release Party" at the Joyful Jewel on Saturday, May 3, 7pm.  Joining Joe will be Paul Rosenberg, Bill Hicks, Jordan Koronet and Art Chapagne.  Sharon Blessum will set the stage with a few of her lyrical poems and there may be a surprise guest joining the group.  The music will be followed by a potluck so bring a favorite dish, and come ready to party.

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Tommy Edwards & Gene O'Neill Christmas cds at the Joyful Jewel 12-13-13

 Christmas Music cds by Tommy Edwards and Gene O'Neill

$15 each

Two great Christmas cds by local musicians are available at the Joyful Jewel.  These are completely different takes on some well known songs and each also has originals.  Tommy Edwards' is accomplished blue grass style and Gene O'Neill's are jazzy instrumentals -- the kind of music you never get tired of even if it is Christmas music!

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