tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-47296836742452408582011-07-07T16:20:06.194-07:00Daryl Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05709722761509328463noreply@blogger.comBlogger831100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4729683674245240858.post-49535345620544286882010-06-16T00:47:00.000-07:002010-06-16T00:47:05.226-07:00

StSL has been on a bit of hiatus lately, which may or may not come to an end soon. But I couldn't pass up the chance to post about Andrew Peterson's new album, Counting Stars, coming July 27. Check this out...

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Here is part two of Questions w/ Trent Dabbs. Enjoy the interview and be sure to visit the links at the bottom to learn more about Trent and grab some of his music for yourself. Also, keep an eye out here at Saving the Set List for more news and updates on Trent and the rest of the Ten Out of Tenn gang. StSL – Ten Out of Tenn (TOT) is a pretty regular topic on this site. How did it all come

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I know it's way too early to start talking about a 2010 favorites list, but I have a good feeling that you'll see singer/songwriter and Ten Out of Tenn (TOT) founder, Trent Dabbs, on my list in December. His new album, Your Side Now, is just plain great. You can head on over to iTunes and hear it for yourself right now! As a big Trent Dabbs and TOT fan, I've really been looking forward to

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The Questions interview series is still going strong and there are some really great artists coming your way in the next few months! Check out the list below to see what you can expect, and stay tuned for even more announcements in the near future. Trent Dabbs Kevin Max Joel Hanson Randall Goodgame Glen Phillips Rick Florian

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You may recognize singer/songwriter Joel Hanson from his time as one third of the band PFR. Joel is now making great music as a solo artist and his brand new album, What If It Is, was just recently released. It's full of catchy and insightful songs and showcases his signature voice perfectly. Joel was kind enough to provide us with a free download of his song, Something. Enjoy the download and be

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Here is part two of Questions w/ Jeremy Casella. Enjoy the interview and be sure to check out the links at the bottom to learn more about Jeremy! StSL – Let’s talk a bit about your songwriting process. Do you have any specific methods or places you go to for inspiration? Jeremy – I write on guitar and piano. Usually starting there while getting whatever I’ve been hearing in my head out on a

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Singer/songwriter Jeremy Casella has been making great music for more than ten years and has released a trio of thoroughly enjoyable studio albums. He's also a family man and a card-carrying member of the mighty Square Peg Alliance. With new material on the horizon, 2010 looks to be a great year for Jeremy, and he's taken some time to tell us about it. Here is part one of Questions w/ Jeremy

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Being the huge fan of The Civil Wars that I am, here's a cool little mid-week treat for you. This is a new video for their simply amazing single, "Poison & Wine", that features behind the scenes footage of the recording process. Enjoy! Video produced & directed by Sam Ashworth. Audio produced by Charlie Peacock, recorded & mixed by Richie Biggs & mastered by Jim Demain. All footage recorded in

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Singer/songwriter Matt Thien writes great catchy songs with a common thread of hope. His upcoming new album, "10 Songs 10 Days Africa", was written during his travels in Kenya and is intended to help raise money to provide food, clean water, shelter, and education to over 100 orphans and staff at the Tumaini Mission Center in Nakuru, Kenya.

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The amount of relief needed in Haiti is just beyond comprehension and there are a ton of great organizations you can give to in order to provide support. Check out how Paste Magazine is using music as a tool to be a part of the solution. Please remember the people of Haiti in your prayers, and give as generously as you can. Like so many others, Paste has been moved by the tragedy facing the

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Here is part two of "Questions" w/ Rachael Cantu. Be sure to visit the links at the bottom to learn more about Rachael and purchase her new album, "Far and Wide". And remember, if you're in the SoCal area, you can catch her live tonight (1/19) at The Hotel Cafe in Los Angeles! StSL – Like me, you’re a Southern California native. I hear a lot of criticism about the L.A. music scene, particularly

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Back in November, I introduced you to Southern California based singer/songwriter Rachael Cantu. Her brand new album, "Far And Wide", had just been released and now she's off and running for a successful 2010 including several tour dates this spring with BB King. If you're in the SoCal area, you can catch her tomorrow night (1/19) at The Hotel Cafe in LA. I've been enjoying the heck out of her

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Singer/songwriter and Ten Out of Tenn founder, Trent Dabbs, writes music that is just purely enjoyable. Insightful lyrics, addictive melodies, and the voice to carry both perfectly. His brand new album, "Your Side Now", was just released this week and I can honestly say it has completely monopolized my iPod! It's one of those albums where your skip button gets a break because there literally

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2009 was a great year for new music, which in turn made it a great year to start up StSL. After lots of careful consideration and listening, ten albums/E.P.s stood out as my favorites of the year. Here they are (in no particular order)... The Civil Wars - Poison & Wine E.P. Take a few minutes to look through past StSL posts, and it will quickly become obvious that I'm a huge fan of The Civil

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Here is part four of "Questions" w/ Andrew Osenga. How many installments are necessary before this turns into a "saga"? Oh well. Enjoy the interview and be sure to visit the links at the bottom to learn more about Andy and to purchase your copy of his new album, "Choosing Sides". StSL – Let’s talk a bit about your songwriting process. Do you have any specific methods or places you go to for

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Well, it's January 2010, which means StSL is now a whopping six months old! It's hard to believe. I've had so much fun, it feels like I've been doing it forever. Anyhow, when I was just getting started, I took a chance and sent an e-mail to one of my very favorite songwriters, Andrew Osenga, to see if he'd be willing to do an interview. He graciously accepted and thus began the "Questions"

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Let's call this a little preview of the upcoming StSL Ten Favorite Albums of 2009, seeing as how Brandi Carlile will most certainly make the list. She's been a favorite songwriter of mine for a long time and her new album, "Give Up the Ghost", is just brilliant. Below is the music video for my favorite track off the album, "Dreams". Enjoy the video then do yourself a favor and head on over to

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Here is part two of "Questions" w/ John Paul White. Enjoy the interview and be sure to visit the links at the bottom to learn more about John and The Civil Wars. StSL – Where did the name, “The Civil Wars”, come from? John – Well, the literal interpretation of the phrase resonated with us - it symbolizes all the little battles of the mind we encounter every day. We feel that every decision

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If I had to pick a favorite new artist for 2009, the choice would be easy. I'd give it to The Civil Wars in a heartbeat. That should come as no surprise if you've followed StSL for any length of time. John Paul White and Joy Williams have created something really special and their new EP, "Poison & Wine", is on a seemingly endless repeat cycle on my iPod. I had the chance to interview Joy

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Jeremy Casella manages to walk that very thin line between the comfortable and the progressive. You get great acoustic-based folk songs, but extra sounds, percussion, and often surprising melody lines take you someplace entirely new. Jeremy is not only a fantastic singer/songwriter, but he's also a card-carrying member of The Square Peg Alliance. His most recent album, "Recovery", was released

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Here is the third and final part of "Questions" w/ Andrew Peterson; the special "Fan Questions" portion! All of these questions came directly from StSL readers. Enjoy the interview and please check out the links at the bottom to learn more about Andrew Peterson and to see where you can catch him and a host of other great artists on the Behold The Lamb of God Tour; out on the road right now!

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Here is part two of “Questions” w/ Andrew Peterson… StSL – Even though StSL is primarily a music site, we have to touch on your fantasy novel series, "The Wingfeather Saga". The first two books, "On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness" and "North! Or Be Eaten" are available now, and there's more to come. Exactly how long have you had this whole other world brewing in your head? Andrew – I

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I couldn’t be more excited about this edition of “Questions”. Andrew Peterson has been one of my absolute favorite songwriters for years. Many of you will need no introduction to Andrew, but for those of you who are new, here’s a quick overview. Over the past ten years, Andrew has released seven studio albums, written two novels, created the “Behold The Lamb of God” Christmas tour, and helped

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Instead of one artist this week, let's go big and highlight eleven artists! I got to see my first Ten Out of Tenn Christmas show this week and it was an amazing time. Trent Dabbs, Erin McCarley, Butterfly Boucher, Andrew Belle, Andy Davis, K.S. Rhoads, Jeremy Lister, Tyler James, Katie Herzig, and Matthew Perryman Jones all work together so well on stage and form a truly cohesive group while

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Here is part two of “Questions” w/ JJ Heller. Enjoy the interview and be sure to visit the links below to learn more about JJ and pick up some of her music. StSL – Let’s talk a bit about your songwriting process. Do you have any specific methods or places you go to for inspiration? JJ – I often get inspired by a word or phrase I hear (or read) as I walk through my every-day life. I usually

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What you get when you listen to a JJ Heller song is an unabashedly honest expression sung by one of the sweetest voices you’ve ever heard. She doesn’t shy away from vulnerability in songwriting, but rather makes it her standard and delivers music that you can’t help but connect with. For reasons you’ll discover in the interview, her songs are especially important to me personally. With four

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There won't be any new posts this week since I'll be out of town for Thanksgiving, but I do have some really exciting news before I go! We're ending the year in style with three more amazing "Questions" interviews! Check out what's coming up... Questions w/ JJ Heller Monday, November 30 Questions w/ Andrew Peterson Monday, December 7 Questions w/ John Paul White (of The Civil

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John R. Williamson reminds of me sitting back in a coffeehouse and just listening to the creativity flow. His folk-infused songs are haunting and progressive. Couple that with his raw, intimate voice, and it all adds up to something wonderfully unconventional. Grammy Award-winning producer T Bone Burnett had this to say about John: "John R. Williamson is a music artist. He writes beautiful and

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Here is part two of "Questions" w/ Ben Shive. Enjoy the interview and be sure to visit the links below for more info on Ben, and to purchase his album, "The Ill-Tempered Klavier". StSL – As “The Captains Courageous”, you and Andy Gullahorn can often be found writing and touring with Andrew Peterson. How did that relationship (not to mention the name) come about? Ben – Shortly after I moved

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Ben Shive is somebody that I've always had a huge amount of respect for as a singer/songwriter, producer, and musician. You may recognize his name from his September "Artist of the Week" post here on StSL, or as the producer of our friend Eric Peters' new album, "Chrome". In addition to being an exceptional artist on his own, Ben is also a member of the great "Square Peg Alliance", and has

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If you're a frequent StSL reader, you know that I'm a really big fan of The Civil Wars. The official music video for their brilliant single, "Poison & Wine", was just released and I had to share. Check out the video then head on over to iTunes or Amazon to buy the single!

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It's always exciting to find a great new artist in my own backyard. SoCal based singer/songwriter Rachael Cantu is a name you're sure to hear more in the coming year. She's been attracting a lot of attention with two of her songs being featured on ABC's "Private Practice", and touring with the likes of B.B. King, Tegan and Sara, and Ben Lee. Her brand new album, "Far and Wide", will be relased

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Is it too soon to talk about Christmas? Well, grocery stores are selling candy canes, the Halloween costume shops are becoming Christmas shops, and television and radio are already over-commercializing the heck out of it, so I guess not! If you’re looking for a unique and valuable way to enjoy some Christmas festivities this year, here are a couple tours you won’t want to miss...Ten Out of Tenn

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This week’s artist is singer/songwriter Serena Ryder. Listening to her music, one word comes to mind...passion. Her folk/rock style and expert blues/rock infused voice create an intensity that comes through in even the quieter songs. Having achieved great success in Canada (including a certified Gold record) over the past several years, Serena releases her Atlantic Records debut, “Is It O.K.”

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Here is part two of “Questions” w/ Matthew Mayfield. Enjoy the interview and be sure to visit MySpace.com/MatthewMayfieldMusic to learn more about Matthew and pick up some of his music for yourself!StSL – “Open Road” is wonderfully powerful song which is also now an equally powerful music video. What’s the story behind that song and how was the process of translating it to video?MM – That's

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Our “Questions” double-feature continues. Through addictive melodies, a rock-infused singer/songwriter style, and a voice laced with a careful aggression, Matthew Mayfield makes music that hits you in all the right ways. He recently wrapped up a tour with Needtobreathe and Serena Ryder, and also produced a music video for his song, “Open Road”. Enjoy part one of “Questions” w/ Matthew Mayfield…

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Here is part two of “Questions” w/ Andrew Belle. Enjoy the interview and be sure to visit the links at the bottom to learn more about Andrew and to find out where you can catch him on the Ten Out of Tenn Christmas Tour starting later this month!StSL – You’ve become a member of the Ten Out of Tenn community and tour this year. What does that opportunity mean to you?AB – It is such an honor. I

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The best thing about running this site is all the great artists I've had the chance to learn about and work with. This week you'll get to hear from not one, but two of those artists; Andrew Belle and Matthew Mayfield. Both have been "Artist of the Week", both have becomes friends of StSL, and (most importantly) both are amazing singer/songwriters that you need to know about! So, keep checking

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It was probably only about ten minutes into my first viewing of the movie, "Once", that I knew Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova would become two of my favorite songwriters. The Swell Season produces music that just hits me in all the best ways. Insightful and challenging lyrics, hauntingly beautiful melodies, timeless but progressive instrumentation, and two voices that blend together like I've

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Here is part two of “Questions” w/ Joy Williams. Enjoy the interview and be sure to visit the links at the bottom to learn more about Joy and pick up some of her music for yourself!StSL – You’re pulling double duty these days with your solo work and with John Paul White in The Civil Wars. How did that partnership come about?JW – We met by a Parisian circus in the Fall of last year. He was

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If you’re a frequent reader of Saving The Set List, then you’ll be no stranger to this week’s artist. Singer/songwriter Joy Williams has been a regular topic and a friend of StSL from the beginning. Fresh off the highly successful Ten Out of Tenn (TOT) fall tour, and with the release of her brand new double EP, “Songs From This / Songs From That”, as well as featured songs in recent episodes of “

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I haven't spent a lot of time with electronic music, but I'm certainly really intrigued by it. I recently picked up my first Owl City album, and I think it's brilliant! Great songwriting, completely addictive melodies, and simply fun to listen to. Even if you're not a fan of the electronic thing, you should still check this one out. It's a great introduction. Click here to check out the super

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Here is part two of "Questions" w/ Steven Wesley Guiles. Enjoy the interview and be sure to visit the links at the bottom to learn more about Steven Wesley Guiles.StSL – I know you love songwriting process, so let’s touch on that a bit. Lyrics or music first? Do you have a certain environment you prefer to write in? Where do you draw inspiration from?SWG – I do love songwriting! Sometimes the

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This week's "Questions" interview was originally scheduled for Andrew Belle, but he's still out on the Ten Out of Tenn tour, so we'll catch up with him when he gets back. In the meantime, I thought this would be a great chance to get to know last week's "Artist of the Week", Steven Wesley Guiles, a little better. Steven is a truly unique artist with a passion for his own songwriting and for

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Works Progress Administration (W.P.A.) is essentially a super group comprised at it’s core of Sean Watkins (Fiction Family, Nickel Creek), Glen Phillips (Toad the Wet Sprocket), and Luke Bulla (Kentucky Thunder, Jerry Douglas Band). On top of that is a rotating group of musical legends including Sara Watkins, Greg Leisz, Pete Thomas, Benmont Tench, and Davey Faragher. The creativity and musical

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This week's artist is my new friend, singer/songwriter Steven Wesley Guiles. Having spent more than a decade bouncing back and forth between a solo career and his bands, Pushstart Wagon and Friction Bailey, Steven is as diverse as he is unique. You can find traces of acoustic folk, indie rock, and even alt country in his songs, but the best thing about Steven is that you just can't categorize him

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In this installment of “Questions”, I have the pleasure of introducing you to another long time friend of mine. Chris Paul Overall has been a fixture in the southern California indie scene for years whether as a solo artist or the frontman for his band, Wonderlove. One of the things I’ve always loved about Chris’s songs is his seemingly perfect grasp of melody. It’s just some of the catchiest

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As I’ve been following the many artists I like to keep up with over the past few years, I’ve noticed a trend among several of them. That trend is a common love of singer/songwriter David Mead. I see his name pop up constantly. So, obviously, I had to look into it, and I realized I’ve been completely missing out. David has been making great music for years. Where have I been??? He’s an amazing

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If you're a frequent StSL reader, you may have caught on to the fact that I am a big fan of the marriage of art and community. I've talked a lot about the Square Peg Alliance, Noisetrade, and Brite Revolution, and now I want to feature another shining example. Ten Out of Tenn is a community of gifted singer/songwriters from Tennessee who have banded together to not only promote and inspire each

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Singer/songwriter JJ Heller is an artist you'll love immediately for her straight-to-the-heart lyrics and a voice that just melts you on the first listen. She has released several fantastic studio albums with her husband, David Heller, and the two are currently hard at work on a new acoustic album. If you're a fan of vulnerable songwriting and organic acoustic music, then JJ Heller is a

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The Square Peg Alliance invasion of Saving The Set List continues as we bring you “Questions” with Jill Phillips. I actually first heard Jill prior to learning about the SPA, and I’ve been a big fan ever since. She continues to turn out great record after great record along with her husband and fellow SPA member, singer/songwriter Andy Gullahorn. Her latest record, “The Good Things”, showcases

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First of all, let me say thanks to everyone who has been so interested in the "Questions" series. It's a privilege for me to interract with these artists, and I'm excited that it's been so well received. I'd love to hear any thoughts or opinions you guys may want to share, so please let me know what you think by commenting below."Questions" has been going on for more than two months now, so it

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There may not be anything Ben Shive can't do. Singer/songwriter. Producer. Musician. He even plays one of my favorite instruments, the hammered dulcimer. As a producer and musician, Ben has worked with a host of artists including Andrew Peterson, Randall Goodgame, Chris Tomlin, and many more. He also produced Eric Peters' new album, "Chrome". Check out last week's "Questions" post if you're not

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In the sidebar of this site you'll find a list of links labeled "Find More Music". These are just a few resources for great music that I love and would encourage you to check out. I wanted to take a few posts to highlight these a little more. First up: Noisetrade. I've talked about Noisetrade before, but think of this as the proper introduction. It's a genuinely revolutionary idea. Co-founded by

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I first heard Ingrid Michaelson when she performed "Winter Song" with Sara Bareilles on The Tonight Show, and I immediately went to iTunes and bought up all I could. There's something truly unique and authentic about her music that makes it a big breath of fresh air. Her new album, "Everybody" was released this week and I can't recommend it enough. Check out the video below for the first single,

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Here is part two of “Questions” w/ Eric Peters. Be sure to visit the links below to learn more about Eric, and to order your copy of his brand new album, “Chrome”, which is out today! I’ve had my copy for just under 24 hours now, and I’ve listened all the way through three times. It’s fantastic! Also, keep an eye out for Eric on The Chrome Tour this fall/winter. Enjoy part two and, in case you

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Eric Peters is an artist that I’ve been a fan of for a long time because of the vulnerability in his songwriting. His music is undeniably enjoyable and his honesty is something you can’t help but identify with; even in this very interview. His new album, “Chrome”, is being released tomorrow (8/25), and can be ordered at EricPeters.net. I couldn’t be more excited to bring you “Questions” w/ Eric

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Charlie Hardin is a gifted songwriter, an honest communicator, and simply a cool guy. I originally came across his music on Brite Revolution, and have since had the chance to talk with him via e-mail, and he was kind enough to answer a couple questions for us. Check it out and be sure to visit myspace.com/charliehardin to learn more about Charlie Hardin.StSL - Give us a quick overview of your

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There's a wealth of great new music coming out in the next few months. Here are just a few to look forward to...

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Every now and then, you hear that perfect song. The one that seems like it was written for you and you alone. Connecting so deeply with a simple expression from a perfect stranger would seem too unlikely to happen as often as it does, but that's the power of a great song. Perfectly universal yet undeniably personal. Here are a few of mine..."Swing Wide The Glimmering Gates" - Andrew Osenga"Your

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Birmingham based singer/songwriter Matthew Mayfield has a darkness to his music that is truly beautiful. His song, "First In Line", was featured in the 100th episode of Grey's Anatomy even without label representation. His new EP, "Five Chances Remain Hers", is available now on iTunes, and he'll be hitting the road this fall with Needtobreathe and Serena Ryder. Vist myspace.com/

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Here is part two of "Questions" w/ Sandra McCracken. Be sure to visit the links at the bottom to learn more about Sandra and to pick up some of her music for yourself. Also, watch for Sandra and Derek Webb on The Black Eye Tour, coming to a town near you this fall!StSL – You’re latest studio album, “Red Balloon”, has really become a favorite of mine. You’ve referred to it as “less polished and

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Sandra McCracken is a storyteller and a poet unafraid to walk the line between honesty and optimism. Her songs can resonate in such a way that you feel a comfortable familiarity even on the first listen. She has recorded six studio albums as well as an EP with her husband, singer/songwriter Derek Webb. Her new live album, “Live Under Lights and Wires”, is available now at Noisetrade.com. Here is

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Florida based singer/songwriter, Matt Hires, recently released his debut album, "Take Us to the Start". After hearing good things from several friends and artists, I had to check out Matt's music for myself and I've really been enjoying it. Great songs. Great melodies. I highly recommend this one. Check out the video below for "Honey, Let Me Sing You a Song", and then visit myspace.com/matthires

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Ever since I started the artist interview series, "Questions", a couple months ago, things have just been getting better and better. I'm really excited by the response I've been getting from readers and artists alike. In fact things have been going so well that, starting next week, "Questions" will be coming at you every two weeks for the next three months! Check out the amazing line-up of

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I apologize for the slightly self-serving nature of this post, but I'm too excited to hold it back. One of the reasons I love singer/songwriters so much is because I actually am one. I'm also a huge fan of Noisetrade.com which is an awesome music site that really presents a great opportunity for artists to get their music out there. And now I'm one of those artists! My album, "Ten Thirty Train",

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The first time I listened to singer/songwriter Andrew Belle on Brite Revolution, I knew immediately that this guy was something special. His lyrics, his voice, and his hooks all work together to form something truly enjoyable and noticeably unique. His debut EP, “All Those Pretty Lights”, is available now and he’s currently working on his first full length album. Check out the links below to

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Last weekend I got to see one of my favorite artists, Phil Wickham, live yet again. This was my first time seeing him solo without his band, and I was just blown away. That much tone and passion coming from one guy and one guitar is rare. Phil's new album will be released this Fall and here is a video of him playing one of the new tracks, "Heaven Song".

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Barcelona is one of those bands that cuts right to the chase and just delivers great songs. Their album, Absolutes, is available now and is full of infectious melodies and powerful vocals. I came across it on iTunes and have been listening and telling friends about them ever since. If you’re a fan of Coldplay, Death Cab, or Jeff Buckley, you should definitely check out Barcelona.Barcelona on

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Here is part two of “Questions” with Tyrone Wells. Be sure to check out the links at the bottom to learn more about Tyrone and the Remain Tour ‘09, coming to a town near you this Fall!StSL – You’ve always been one to seek out community and surround yourself with other artists. Is that still the case? What does that look like for you these days?TW – I'm naturally drawn to other people that are

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I’m excited for the second installment of “Questions” because our next artist is not only an amazing talent, he’s also a friend. Tyrone Wells has been combining great songwriting with his signature soulful voice for years. “Remain”, his second album on Universal Republic Records, was released back in January and it's one of the best I've heard all year! Here is part one of “Questions” with Tyrone

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The Civil Wars is comprised of singer/songwriters Joy Williams and John Paul White. I discovered them shortly after rediscovering Joy Williams as a solo artist. She had released three successful albums in the Christian market before taking some time off and resurfacing with a whole new sound. So, if you think you know her music, think again. Their first release, "Live at Eddie’s Attic", is an

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As the internet continues to make the music industry more accessible to independent artists, there’s a trend building of producing and releasing individual songs or ep’s online rather than complete albums. From the artist standpoint, I can see this being a huge benefit in that they can release music on a much more fluid basis, and not have to suffer the infrequency that comes with completing an

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StSL is now on Twitter! Visit Twitter.com/SaveTheSetList to follow along with even more frequent updates and information.

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If you're familiar with Derek Webb's music, you know that he is uniquely gifted at telling truth through songwriting, and each album he puts out is more progressive and honest than the one before it. His new album, Stockholm Syndrome, takes that trend to new heights. Derek has really made something special here, both musically and lyrically, and I think everyone needs to hear it. You can

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Here is part two of “Questions” featuring Andrew Osenga. Be sure to check out the links at the bottom to learn more about Andrew and to purchase some of his music for yourself!StSL - You’re a part of what appears to be a really tightly knit group of artists and songwriters. Tell us about the Square Peg Alliance and what it’s like to work within that kind of community.AO - It's just a group of

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“Questions”, the all new artist interview series, is here and I couldn’t be more excited about our first artist! Whether as a solo singer/songwriter or a member of Caedmon’s Call, Andrew Osenga is a long time favorite of mine. A great song is both personal and universal, and that’s what you get with Andy. Great music that really means something. Here is part one of “Questions” w/ Andrew Osenga…

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I'm really excited to announce "Questions", and all new artist interview series right here on SavingTheSetList.com! Now you'll be able to not just hear about these artists, but actually hear FROM them. We'll be kicking it off on Monday (6/29) with one of my all-time favorite songwriters, Andrew Osenga of Caedmon's Call! So be sure to check back on Monday and keep checking back often for more

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Tyrone Wells is actually someone I've known for quite a while, and chances are you've already heard of him, but let's just make sure. His latest album, "Remain", was released back in January and (as you can see to the right) it's in my 2009 Top Five. The songs on this album are completely timeless and enjoyable, and Tyrone's voice sounds as perfect and soulful as ever. My personal favorite is "In

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Singer/Songwriter Sandra McCracken recently released a new live album called "Live Under Lights and Wires", and I've been listening to it constantly. Sandra is a truly gifted artist and is also married to the great Derek Webb, another brilliant singer/songwriter and former(ish) member of Caedmon's Call. The album is a very intimate acoustic performance by the two of them, and is actually a living

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I've had alot of discussion lately about new songs vs familiar songs in the context of a worship service. There seem to be two main schools of thought. One would say that new songs are a stumbling block to worship because they have to be learned before they can really be effective, and that familiar songs offer a more accessible worship opportunity. The other would say that familiar songs

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I have to kick off the new Artist of the Week series with Brooke Fraser because she is just about my favorite voice right now. As a member of Hillsong United, she's written some of the most powerful worship songs I've heard (Hosanna, Desert Song, None But Jesus) and her solo work is nothing short of amazing as well. Her songs have the perfect blend of depth and accessibility, and the passion in

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Welcome to my new blog! This will be a place where I can tell you about the music I'm loving and listening to at the moment, share my thoughts and ramblings about music and worship, and hopefully spread the word on some great artists and resources you may not already know about. Here are a few highlights...Artist of the WeekIf you've followed my previous blogs, you know I've done this for a while

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