By Kristina, on August 29th, 2010%
 Sometimes timing is everything. In Gold Motel’s case, timing has been the key to their union. After The Hush Sound went on hiatus in 2009, Greta Morgan made her way down to the sunny skies of California all the way from Chicago. “I basically had a year-long summer in Los Angeles. I had saved enough money to avoid working all year and my only real responsibility was self imposed — to write an album and launch a new band.”
What was initially intended to be a solo project instead became the joined effort of Greta and four other talented musicians: guitarist Eric Hehr (formerly of The Yearbooks), guitarist and vocalist Dan Duszynski, bassist Matt Schuessler and drummer Adam Kaltenhauser (all three formerly of the power-pop band This is Me Smiling). Together, they’re recording under the name Gold Motel.
Gold Motel released their debut album, Summer House, in June and it’s already garnering attention with its summery vibe and shimmery mood. “I think you can hear California in Gold Motel’s music even thought a lot of it was written and recorded in Chicago,” explained guitarist Eric Hehr who remained in Chicago and dreamed of being with his friends in California, “…a lot of the material I wrote at this time developed from that faulty idealization of West Coast lifestyle through the rose-tinted eyes of a Midwesterner. Even the songs on Summer House that were written in Chicago are still about California in some way.”
Pulling from influences like The Kinks, Fleetwood Mac and Arcade Fire, Gold Motel produces pop songs that are sure to make all your seasons summery! This is what happens when the incredible talents of five experienced musicians come together at just the right time.
Check out my Q&A with Gold Motel’s Greta Morgan and Eric Hehr right here on Findyourfav.com! . . . → Read More: Perfect In My Ears: Q&A With Gold Motel
By Kristina, on August 23rd, 2010%
 From Warner Brothers:
Burbank, CA –“Helium Hearts,” the new single from multi-platinum songwriter Jason Reeves, will be available from all digital retailers on August 17th, followed by a radio impact date of September 20th. The track, which is currently streaming on Reeves’ MySpace page, ( http://www.myspace.com/jasonreeves), is the first single from Reeves’ long-awaited new album, The Lovesick — due for release this winter on Warner Bros. Records. . . . → Read More: First Single From Jason Reeves’ ‘The Lovesick’ Available Now + Tour Info!
By Kristina, on August 17th, 2010%
 If you’ve heard their latest EP, Ten Gun Salute, then you know exactly why I’m completely smitten with pop-folk singer Madi Diaz and her partner in melody Kyle Ryan.
And if you haven’t heard it, well…you’ve come to the right place!
Just two months ago I was lucky enough to see Madi and Kyle open for Landon Pigg at a number of venues on the west coast. I was awed and amazed by their ability to harmonize with each other on and off stage while they sang songs from their latest EP and more.
To follow the EP, Madi Diaz will be releasing a brand new album called Plastic Moon, which was produced by the incredible John Alagia (who has also worked with Jason Mraz, John Mayer and Rachael Yamagata). The album will feature a few re-recorded versions of songs on the Ten Gun Salute EP as well as some brand new songs.
Plastic Moon is the next step on a journey that began with a chance meeting through a mutual friend at Berklee’s School of Music in Boston a few years ago. Luckily, the timing was right for these two songwriters who are now on the journey of a lifetime! . . . → Read More: One Dazzling Duo: Madi Diaz and Kyle Ryan
By Kristina, on July 6th, 2010%
 After a whole lot of hoping and a whole lot of rocking out to her album, I finally had the opportunity to have a conversation with Canadian singer-songwriter Serena Ryder. An avid disbeliever in solid truths, Serena is a very philosophical and honest artist who acknowledges and accepts change and difference along every step of her journey. My favorite thing about her is that she’s not afraid to sing it like it is. If you’ve listened to her latest album, Is It o.k, then you know exactly what I mean.
I caught up with Serena on a lovely June day on which both of our portions of the sky were overcasted even though we were in different countries and on opposite coasts. You probably don’t know this but, on gray days like this one, Serena loves to cook big breakfasts (she also home-makes tamari almonds!) and enjoy them with the company of a friend. For Serena, days like this don’t happen too often – especially now that she has been spending the majority of her days touring with artists like Howie Day and The Barenaked Ladies – but that’s okay with her because she’s learning how to feel at home while she’s on tour for several months out of the year. “I find that it’s a lot easier if you try and find your home inside of yourself,” she explains, “which has a lot to do with staying healthy.”
Just after she says this, she’s careful to explain that the idea of being healthy is one of those ever-changing liquid truths that she’s continuously recognizing. “It’s about definitions and what you define to be true for you. Sometimes drinking is good for certain people. Sometimes eating cheese pizza is really good for somebody. It just depends on what you think about it.”
At the end of July, Serena will be playing a few shows on the east coast with several other brilliant female artists for Lilith Fair before hitting the road with Ray LaMontagne and David Gray in August. . . . → Read More: Finding Wisdom in Words: Serena Ryder is Meant To Be Heard
By Kristina, on June 17th, 2010%
 Named after a phrase from Shakespeare’s prologue in Romeo and Juliet, Two Hours Traffic is a Canadian band that was founded ten years ago by lead singer Liam Corcoran and guitarist Alec O’Hanley. Leading up to the recording of their first full-length record, Liam and Alec were joined by Andrew MacDonald (bass) and Derek Ellis (drums) in 2003. . . . → Read More: They Like The Beat: Indie Rock Band Two Hours Traffic
By Kristina, on June 7th, 2010%
 You know those wonderful days that you have every now and then? The days that you get to spend sipping on a fresh cup of coffee and relaxing with your favorite songs playing in the background? Well, I have one of those days every time that I turn on Mikey Wax’s music. His full-length debut, Change Again, is a beautiful mix of songs that capture Mikey’s talent for writing beautiful lyrics about the trials and tribulations that come along with love, change and then the eventual lightness that comes with finding hope at the end of it all. . . . → Read More: Mikey Wax Makes Music For Your Everyday
By Kristina, on June 4th, 2010%
 Talking to Angel Taylor is like talking to an old friend – she’s totally awesome and down-to-earth, so much so that one may not have a clue that she’s the up and coming singer-songwriter whose music is enchanting ears and capturing hearts across the country. You might’ve heard her single, “Like You Do,” on your favorite radio station or perhaps you’ve seen her video on a music channel that you fancy. If not, then today is bound to be a refreshing day for you! With smooth, thoughtful lyrics and beautiful guitar and piano driven melodies, Angel writes songs that are both insightful and delightful. Not too shabby for someone who has only been playing guitar for just over a year! . . . → Read More: Songs For a Great Summer: Angel Taylor’s Love Travels
By Kristina, on May 14th, 2010%
 The American/Canadian Nozuka started penning the songs that would appear on his debut album when he was just 15 years old. Now 21, he released his second full-length album, You I Wind Land and Sea, produced by Bill Bell (Jason Mraz, Tom Cochrane) on April 13th. The album features twelve great songs including the single “My Heart is Yours” and my favorite song, “Heartless,” which was written after Justin’s brother, Christian Bridges, brought him a melody that he described as “magical.” . . . → Read More: Just Some Good Ol’ Brown Eyed Soul: Justin Nozuka’s You I Wind Land and Sea
By Kristina, on May 13th, 2010%
 It’s the craziest thing, falling in love… It’s like you’re in a little bubble and no one in the world exists except you and your love. For the last couple of weeks I’ve been in a little love bubble with my Jason Reeves records. Everytime I spin his CD I feel like all of my troubles melt away and I think I finally figured out why… . . . → Read More: Jason Reeves For The Waiting
By Kristina, on April 29th, 2010%
 Just six days after the release of Ladies and Gentlemen, Tyler was on his way to Seattle to open for The Spill Canvas at El Corazon. He was kind enough to take some time for an interview on his way into the city. After our conversation, I can confirm that he is not only an incredibly talented musician but also a really genuine and down-to-earth guy. I can’t wait to see him get all of the credit and appreciation that he deserves! I hope you enjoy my conversation with Tyler Hilton. Be sure to give his EP a listen and keep an ear out for his full-length album this coming August! . . . → Read More: Tyler Hilton Puts a New Spin on His Acoustic Style For Ladies And Gentlemen
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