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More than 800 years ago, a coach and horses was passing through Sherwood Forrest. The passengers inside the carriage were a rich and important family, and they were guarded by four soldiers riding on horseback, two out in front, and two behind. Even so, when they came to the part of the forrest known as Greenwood, the father became nervous, because he knew that it was thick with thieves and bandits. His wife noticed that his finger was tapping on his knee, and she put her hand on top of his to calm his nerves. His beautiful daughter, whose name was Marian, closed her eyes and managed to fall asleep to the rocking of the carriage.

“If the bandits attack,” thought the father, “I will give up my gold. But I only pray that they do not touch a hair on the head of my dear Marian !”

And then what he feared, happened. At first, the family did not even realise that they were being attacked. The robbers jumped down from the trees above, and pulled the soldiers off their horses and onto the ground. It was all so skillfully planned that the guards were over-powered in less than a minute. The coach driver tried to whip up the horses to make them fly forward - and that alerted the family - but it was useless for a tree lay across the road and he had to pull them up sharp with a jolt. They were caught in a trap.

The father expected to hear the age old cry of highwaymen “Stand and Deliver” - which meant that they were to get out of the carriage and hand over their valuables. But instead, there was a polite tap on the door of the carriage, and a voice said;

“Dear Sir, be so kind as to step outside.”

“Ah, they mock me,” he said to his wife.”.

As his foot set down on the road, he noticed that his knee was wobbling. He found himself facing a young man dressed in green. Behind him stood six men, dressed in the same colour, and armed with swords and long bows.

“Here,” said the father, “Take this purse of gold, Only, I beg you, do not touch my wife or daughter. I swear by St. Mary and all that is sacred that they have no jewels or valuables about their persons.”

In fact, this was not true. His wife was at that moment busy stuffing her jewels down the front of her dress.

“Good Gracious!' said the leader of the bandits. “What do you take me for?” I would do no harm to a lady !”

At that moment, Maid Marian jumped down out of the carriage.

“What are you doing? cried the father. Get back dear. This instant.”

But Maid Marian was a high spirited young lady with a fiery temper. She went up to the bandit leader and slapped him around the face.

“Take that you coward,” she said. “Give me a sword and I'll show you a fight.”

The father was horrified, for he had no idea that his daughter practiced fencing with her brothers, and was more skilled with a sword than any of them. She was no mean shot with a long bow and arrow too - but he had no inkling of that either.

The robber touched the side of his face where she had swiped him. “I would that it were a kiss,” he said, “But your hand stings sweetly all the same. Now my beautiful amazon, spare your temper. In return for the gold your father has just given me - and for which I am truly grateful - my men shall ride behind your carriage to the edge of the forest and ensure that no criminals attack you - for I'm sorry to say that this forrest is full of the worst sort of people.'

Maid Marian slapped him again round the face, and then got back into the carriage with hot tears in her eyes. But the bandits were true to their word, and gave the family their protection to the edge of the forrest. Before they parted, the leader of the robbers once more tapped on the door of the carriage. He wished his victims safe journey to their home.

“And my lady,” he said to Maid Marian, “I so desire to have the pleasure of setting eyes on you once again. Pray, do tell me your name.”

At first she did not want to reply, but then she said softly, “Marian.” And the robber said,

“Well dear Marian. This evening in Greenwood you have won the heart of Robin Hood,” and with that he jumped on his horse and sped away.

“The cheek of it!” said the mother. But the father was almost relieved, for often bandits did far more harm to travelers than they had received.

Two months went past, and Marian's father and mother decided that it was time for her to wed. They began talks with a rich lord whose eldest son was good looking, but extremely arrogant. When they told Marian that she must marry him, she was furious:

“Do I not have any say in the matter?” she said.

“My dear,” said her father, “You are young and do not know what is best for you.”

But Marian's character was not the sort that could be forced to do anything unless she wanted it herself. And so she resolved to run away. She knew that many of the local boys from poor families had gone to Sherwood Forrest and become outlaws. Some were robbers, but others lived by hunting the king's deer, which was against the law. She cut her own hair, dressed herself as a paige boy, armed herself with sword and a long bow, and rode off on the fastest horse in her father's stable.

Nobody knew better than her that it was dangerous to ride through the forest, especially alone, but she did not care because she was so angry at thought of marrying a man she did not love, or even like.

“If I meet robbers, I shall fight them, ” she said to herself, “And if they kill me, my life will be little loss to me, for I am so unhappy in my heart.'

She rode deep into the woods Eventually, she found a clearing in which there stood an old log-cabbin. It was half fallen down, but she thought that she would mend it and live there. She would survive by hunting and fishing. As she was hungry, she sat down to eat the bread and cheese that she had bought with her. While she was doing this, she heard footsteps, and she jumped to her feet, her sword in hand. A man appeared, dressed in green, and she recognised him right away as Robin Hood who had attacked her family.

“Hold back,” she called out, pointing her sword at him, “for if you try to rob me it will cost you your life.”

Robin was interested to find this spirited lad with no sign of any bristle on his chin.

“Young boy,” he said, “Put down your sword, for I mean you know harm. I am just an innocent forester, and I came here to mend my cabin.”

“No you're not,” said Marian, “You're Robin Hood, the notorious outlaw. Take one step closer, and I'll run you through.”

For in truth, what made Marian so angry was that he had not recognised her. “So much for his sweet words about winning his heart, ” she said to himself. “It was all meaningless hot air. I'll show him.”

Seeing the sword painting dangerously towards him, Robin drew his own sword, meaning to use it to push Marian's aside, but she saw what was happening and thrust forward. He only just managed to deflect her sword from cutting his ear.

And then they fought. They clashed, They thrust, they parried, they twirled. Marian drew blood from Robin's cheek, and that enflamed his anger. Then he fought back with all his strength, but she was nibble footed and skilled; even so, she took a cut above her eye. Now she was blinded by her own blood, and she was cutting wildly about her with her sword. Robin managed to get behind her and wrestle her to the ground.

“Gently, gently,” he was saying. “Calm yourself now. Time to stop fighting and be friends. I could use a boy like you in my band of followers.”

He allowed Marian to turn round and now he was looking into her face.

“You faithless man,” she said, “You do not know me,”

But he did, And he kissed her on the lips.

And that's the story of how Maid Marian came to join Robin Hood and his men in Sherwood Forrest.

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]]> 20 Jul 2008 @ 06:00 am +0000 http://storynory.com Storynory - Stories For Kids Download the audio Read by Natasha. Duration 12.22 More than 800 years ago, a coach and horses was passing through Sherwood Forrest. The passengers inside the carriage were a rich and important family, and they were guarded by four soldiers riding on horseback, two out in front, and two behind. Even so, when they came to the part of the forrest known as Greenwood, the father became nervous, because he knew that it was thick with thieves and bandits. His wife noticed that his finger was tapping on his knee, and she put her hand on top of his to calm his nerves. His beautiful daughter, whose name was Marian, closed her eyes and managed to fall asleep to the rocking of the carriage. “If the bandits attack,” thought the father, “I will give up my gold. But I only pray that they do not touch a hair on the head of my dear Marian !” And then what he feared, happened. At first, the family did not even realise that they were being attacked. The robbers jumped down from the trees above, and pulled the soldiers off their horses and onto the ground. It was all so skillfully planned that the guards were over-powered in less than a minute. The coach driver tried to whip up the horses to make them fly forward - and that alerted the family - but it was useless for a tree lay across the road and he had to pull them up sharp with a jolt. They were caught in a trap. The father expected to hear the age old cry of highwaymen “Stand and Deliver” - which meant that they were to get out of the carriage and hand over their valuables. But instead, there was a polite tap on the door of the carriage, and a voice said; “Dear Sir, be so kind as to step outside.” “Ah, they mock me,” he said to his wife.”. As his foot set down on the road, he noticed that his knee was wobbling. He found himself facing a young man dressed in green. Behind him stood six men, dressed in the same colour, and armed with swords and long bows. “Here,” said the father, “Take this purse of gold, Only, I beg you, do not touch my wife or daughter. I swear by St. Mary and all that is sacred that they have no jewels or valuables about their persons.” In fact, this was not true. His wife was at that moment busy stuffing her jewels down the front of her dress. “Good Gracious!' said the leader of the bandits. “What do you take me for?” I would do no harm to a lady !” At that moment, Maid Marian jumped down out of the carriage. “What are you doing? cried the father. Get back dear. This instant.” But Maid Marian was a high spirited young lady with a fiery temper. She went up to the bandit leader and slapped him around the face. “Take that you coward,” she said. “Give me a sword and I'll show you a fight.” The father was horrified, for he had no idea that his daughter practiced fencing with her brothers, and was more skilled with a sword than any of them. She was no mean shot with a long bow and arrow too - but he had no inkling of that either. The robber touched the side of his face where she had swiped him. “I would that it were a kiss,” he said, “But your hand stings sweetly all the same. Now my beautiful amazon, spare your temper. In return for the gold your father has just given me - and for which I am truly grateful - my men shall ride behind your carriage to the edge of the forest and ensure that no criminals attack you - for I'm sorry to say that this forrest is full of the worst sort of people.' Maid Marian slapped him again round the face, and then got back into the carriage with hot tears in her eyes. But the bandits were true to their word, and gave the family their protection to the edge of the forrest. Before they parted, the leader of the robbers once more tapped on the door of the carriage. He wished his victims safe journey to their home. “And my lady,” he said to Maid Marian, “I so desire to have the pleasure of setting eyes on you once again. Pray, do tell me your name.” At first she did not want to reply, but then she said softly, “Marian.” And the robber said, “Well dear Marian. This evening in Greenwood you have won the heart of Robin Hood,” and with that he jumped on his horse and sped away. “The cheek of it!” said the mother. But the father was almost relieved, for often bandits did far more harm to travelers than they had received. Two months went past, and Marian's father and mother decided that it was time for her to wed. They began talks with a rich lord whose eldest son was good looking, but extremely arrogant. When they told Marian that she must marry him, she was furious: “Do I not have any say in the matter?” she said. “My dear,” said her father, “You are young and do not know what is best for you.” But Marian's character was not the sort that could be forced to do anything unless she wanted it herself. And so she resolved to run away. She knew that many of the local boys from poor families had gone to Sherwood Forrest and become outlaws. Some were robbers, but others lived by hunting the king's deer, which was against the law. She cut her own hair, dressed herself as a paige boy, armed herself with sword and a long bow, and rode off on the fastest horse in her father's stable. Nobody knew better than her that it was dangerous to ride through the forest, especially alone, but she did not care because she was so angry at thought of marrying a man she did not love, or even like. “If I meet robbers, I shall fight them, ” she said to herself, “And if they kill me, my life will be little loss to me, for I am so unhappy in my heart.' She rode deep into the woods Eventually, she found a clearing in which there stood an old log-cabbin. It was half fallen down, but she thought that she would mend it and live there. She would survive by hunting and fishing. As she was hungry, she sat down to eat the bread and cheese that she had bought with her. While she was doing this, she heard footsteps, and she jumped to her feet, her sword in hand. A man appeared, dressed in green, and she recognised him right away as Robin Hood who had attacked her family. “Hold back,” she called out, pointing her sword at him, “for if you try to rob me it will cost you your life.” Robin was interested to find this spirited lad with no sign of any bristle on his chin. “Young boy,” he said, “Put down your sword, for I mean you know harm. I am just an innocent forester, and I came here to mend my cabin.” “No you're not,” said Marian, “You're Robin Hood, the notorious outlaw. Take one step closer, and I'll run you through.” For in truth, what made Marian so angry was that he had not recognised her. “So much for his sweet words about winning his heart, ” she said to himself. “It was all meaningless hot air. I'll show him.” Seeing the sword painting dangerously towards him, Robin drew his own sword, meaning to use it to push Marian's aside, but she saw what was happening and thrust forward. He only just managed to deflect her sword from cutting his ear. And then they fought. They clashed, They thrust, they parried, they twirled. Marian drew blood from Robin's cheek, and that enflamed his anger. Then he fought back with all his strength, but she was nibble footed and skilled; even so, she took a cut above her eye. Now she was blinded by her own blood, and she was cutting wildly about her with her sword. Robin managed to get behind her and wrestle her to the ground. “Gently, gently,” he was saying. “Calm yourself now. Time to stop fighting and be friends. I could use a boy like you in my band of followers.” He allowed Marian to turn round and now he was looking into her face. “You faithless man,” she said, “You do not know me,” But he did, And he kissed her on the lips. And that's the story of how Maid Marian came to join Robin Hood and his men in Sherwood Forrest. Copyright Version - Storynory Storynory - Stories For Kids http://storynory.com SnC 126 - Wed 16 Jul 2008
SkamÃtxalo - Vagos Permanentes (Alcalà de Henares, Spain)
In existence since : 05.2005
www.vagospermanentes.com

"Ouvrez grand vos oreillesâ - Jamendo. What a great slogan.

Honestly - Nancy Moran (Tennessee, USA)
The Richmond (VA) Times-Dispatch called Moran "nothing short of a [modern-day] Joni Mitchell" and "a major creative force to be reckoned with." Dirty Linen says Nancy has "a powerful, expressive voice...stunning." Something Old, Something New is her 4th solo release and can be yours for $14.97 from CD Baby via her site.
www.nancymoran.com/
www.myspace.com/nancymoran

Dirty Dog - Mister tba (Illinois, USA)
just three guys
i play sing and play harmonica
one plays drums
one plays guitar
you don't know my name......
I am a survivor and belong to one of the last generations of musicians that write and play the blues based on first hand experience of a hard life in the Mississippi Delta. In the early sixties I went north to St Louis and was around during the heyday of the St Louis music scene (Albert King, Ike Turner, Chuck Berry and many others).
During my childhood there was no time or money for me to go to school so I never learned to read and write. (Yes I have some help with this !!). However that did not prevent me to travel all over the world. Following my guiding spirit (Dave) I have found a way to deal with modern society. The blues helps me to keep my spirit high and survive day-to-day life.
www.myspace.com/mistertba

Back in late May I played a track by Jennifer Greer called Ocean Liner. Today I heard that Triplexity had released a new album, Live in Triplex City which included a track that is based on Invited one of the other tracks on Jennifer's album. It features Jennifer's vocals beautifully meshed with characteristically restrained, almost sparse layered components in Triplexity"s music.

Invited - Triplexity (France?)
(With Jennifer Greer)
Triplexity is Nikila, SaReGaMa and Hamelin BÃrengnier.
The word Triplexity is combined of two words: triplex and complexity. Triplexity is a virtual band, its members never met each other face to face, all the collaborations came to live thru the Internet. Every member comes from a different musical background, together, they blend their knowledge and inspiration and give life to their unique music with a fresh new sound.
http://triplexity.blogspot.com/

Note from Pete Miller - loops? What loops? (Australia)

Animals will hurt you - Control Escape (Ithaca, NY, USA)
Control Escape are releasing their debut LP Generation of Waste, today, July 16, 2008 on Weasel Land Records.
Full of double meaning and self-deprecation Generation of Waste comments on the young American experience.  From the addled addict, "It ain't like I wanted it.  It ain't like I'm good.... I'm back on the drugs," (Back on the Drugs) to the homesick soldier, "Sittin' in Iraq with an MRE/ yeah, Big Mac/ when I get back," (Iraq) the songs portray a generation coping with their inherited future.
In support of their upcoming release Control Escape has been performing on local and college radio including Cornell University's WVBR.  Erased, an early release from the album, is getting frequent play on internet radio.
Their quirky music video for track 2 Kenny's Big Adventure has been picked up by BlankTV.com and CGN7 in Portland, Oregon. Political ballad Iraq is available for free download on garageband.com: www.garageband.com/artist/controlescape
www.controlescapemusic.com/
www.myspace.com/controlescape

Lakaboura berceuse afro - Myriam "Jah B" Matoussi (Tunisia)
from her album In Trees, one of quite a few on Jamendo.
Chanteuse tunisienne amoureuse de la nature nÃe dans les montagnes en 1982 prÃs de Byzerte, sa voix douce et envoutante nous emporte dans un voyage vers des pays inconnus et lointains, toujours mystÃrieux; avec coeur Ãmotions et ressenti; dans un ensemble de plages hÃtÃroclites.
Le mÃtissage de ses musiques donne une colorità musicale dont le nuancier n'a pas de limites.
Ces albums regroupent l'ensemble de ses influences musicales, liÃes par l'Ãlectronique.
Le jazz, le classique et les musiques du monde constituent la matiÃre premiÃre d'un travail de collage (cut-up) non coformiste, impressioniste et transformiste à l'huile d'Olive. Dans sa rÃalistation, Dreadd y insere des ambiances, ses propres sons , une atmosphere orientale ornÃe de culture jungle qui se marient parfaitement bien avec la maitrise de la composition musicale de Sir Giwo aka Gywonimo qui permet d'y inserer des petites choses dÃglinguÃes, voir dÃjantÃes.
If you found it interesting get over to Jamendo and take a listen, the tracks are very varied in style, origin and sound.
www.jamendo.com/en/artist/Myriam_Matoussi

Droga 2003 - THC-X (NamysÅÃw, Poland)
From their album Muzykanci (Jamendo)
www.thcx.art.pl/

Dancing with my brother - Entire Cities (Ontario, Canada)
Entire Cities are riding high on the success of their latest album, Deep River, the product of ten musicians using banjos, violins, flutes, pianos, minimoogs, singing saws, trombones, whatever else they saw fit to bring their work to life. The result is a heady mix of country, indie, gospel and rock.
SIMON BORER -Guitar, Vox, RUHEE DEWJI -Flute, Horns, Vox, TAMARA LINDEMAN -Banjo, Vox, BRENDAN HOWLETT -Bass, Trumpet, PAUL McCRADY -Vox, Keys, Glock and PAUL WEADICK -Drums, Vox
Long distance members:
JOSH LYON -Keys, Accordion, Vox, STEFANIE BRUCE -Singins Saw, Autoharp and DAVID MISSIO -Guitar
Available now at Soundscapes in Toronto, Brian's Record Option and Made 4 You in Kingston and online at Zunior.com
www.entirecities.ca
www.myspace.com/entirecities

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]]> 16 Jul 2008 @ 07:28 am +0000 http://www.suffolkandcool.com Suffolk 'n' Cool A quirky selection from around the globe again. Finding the tracks is certainly enjoyable; I just need another day a week to do it!  SkamÃtxalo - Vagos Permanentes (Alcalà de Henares, Spain)In existence since : 05.2005www.vagospermanentes.com"Ouvrez grand vos oreillesâ - Jamendo. What a great slogan.Honestly - Nancy Moran (Tennessee, USA)The Richmond (VA) Times-Dispatch called Moran "nothing short of a [modern-day] Joni Mitchell" and "a major creative force to be reckoned with." Dirty Linen says Nancy has "a powerful, expressive voice...stunning." Something Old, Something New is her 4th solo release and can be yours for $14.97 from CD Baby via her site.www.nancymoran.com/www.myspace.com/nancymoranDirty Dog - Mister tba (Illinois, USA)just three guysi play sing and play harmonicaone plays drumsone plays guitaryou don't know my name......I am a survivor and belong to one of the last generations of musicians that write and play the blues based on first hand experience of a hard life in the Mississippi Delta. In the early sixties I went north to St Louis and was around during the heyday of the St Louis music scene (Albert King, Ike Turner, Chuck Berry and many others).During my childhood there was no time or money for me to go to school so I never learned to read and write. (Yes I have some help with this !!). However that did not prevent me to travel all over the world. Following my guiding spirit (Dave) I have found a way to deal with modern society. The blues helps me to keep my spirit high and survive day-to-day life.www.myspace.com/mistertbaBack in late May I played a track by Jennifer Greer called Ocean Liner. Today I heard that Triplexity had released a new album, Live in Triplex City which included a track that is based on Invited one of the other tracks on Jennifer's album. It features Jennifer's vocals beautifully meshed with characteristically restrained, almost sparse layered components in Triplexity"s music.Invited - Triplexity (France?)(With Jennifer Greer)Triplexity is Nikila, SaReGaMa and Hamelin BÃrengnier.The word Triplexity is combined of two words: triplex and complexity. Triplexity is a virtual band, its members never met each other face to face, all the collaborations came to live thru the Internet. Every member comes from a different musical background, together, they blend their knowledge and inspiration and give life to their unique music with a fresh new sound.http://triplexity.blogspot.com/Note from Pete Miller - loops? What loops? (Australia)Animals will hurt you - Control Escape (Ithaca, NY, USA)Control Escape are releasing their debut LP Generation of Waste, today, July 16, 2008 on Weasel Land Records.Full of double meaning and self-deprecation Generation of Waste comments on the young American experience.  From the addled addict, "It ain't like I wanted it.  It ain't like I'm good.... I'm back on the drugs," (Back on the Drugs) to the homesick soldier, "Sittin' in Iraq with an MRE/ yeah, Big Mac/ when I get back," (Iraq) the songs portray a generation coping with their inherited future.In support of their upcoming release Control Escape has been performing on local and college radio including Cornell University's WVBR.  Erased, an early release from the album, is getting frequent play on internet radio.Their quirky music video for track 2 Kenny's Big Adventure has been picked up by BlankTV.com and CGN7 in Portland, Oregon. Political ballad Iraq is available for free download on garageband.com: www.garageband.com/artist/controlescapewww.controlescapemusic.com/www.myspace.com/controlescapeLakaboura berceuse afro - Myriam "Jah B" Matoussi (Tunisia)from her album In Trees, one of quite a few on Jamendo. Chanteuse tunisienne amoureuse de la nature nÃe dans les montagnes en 1982 prÃs de Byzerte, sa voix douce et envoutante nous emporte dans un voyage vers des pays inconnus et lointains, toujours mystÃrieux; avec coeur Ãmotions et ressenti; dans un ensemble de plages hÃtÃroclites.Le mÃtissage de ses musiques donne une colorità musicale dont le nuancier n'a pas de limites.Ces albums regroupent l'ensemble de ses influences musicales, liÃes par l'Ãlectronique.Le jazz, le classique et les musiques du monde constituent la matiÃre premiÃre d'un travail de collage (cut-up) non coformiste, impressioniste et transformiste à l'huile d'Olive. Dans sa rÃalistation, Dreadd y insere des ambiances, ses propres sons , une atmosphere orientale ornÃe de culture jungle qui se marient parfaitement bien avec la maitrise de la composition musicale de Sir Giwo aka Gywonimo qui permet d'y inserer des petites choses dÃglinguÃes, voir dÃjantÃes.If you found it interesting get over to Jamendo and take a listen, the tracks are very varied in style, origin and sound.www.jamendo.com/en/artist/Myriam_MatoussiDroga 2003 - THC-X (NamysÅÃw, Poland)From their album Muzykanci (Jamendo)www.thcx.art.pl/Dancing with my brother - Entire Cities (Ontario, Canada)Entire Cities are riding high on the success of their latest album, Deep River, the product of ten musicians using banjos, violins, flutes, pianos, minimoogs, singing saws, trombones, whatever else they saw fit to bring their work to life. The result is a heady mix of country, indie, gospel and rock.SIMON BORER -Guitar, Vox, RUHEE DEWJI -Flute, Horns, Vox, TAMARA LINDEMAN -Banjo, Vox, BRENDAN HOWLETT -Bass, Trumpet, PAUL McCRADY -Vox, Keys, Glock and PAUL WEADICK -Drums, VoxLong distance members:JOSH LYON -Keys, Accordion, Vox, STEFANIE BRUCE -Singins Saw, Autoharp and DAVID MISSIO -GuitarAvailable now at Soundscapes in Toronto, Brian's Record Option and Made 4 You in Kingston and online at Zunior.comwww.entirecities.cawww.myspace.com/entirecities Suffolk 'n' Cool http://www.suffolkandcool.com bleepshow #225 Download this bleepshow as an mp3: bleepshow #225
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]]> 15 Jul 2008 @ 02:00 am +0000 http://bleepshow.com bleepshow with Pete Cooper Download this bleepshow as an mp3: bleepshow #225 Direct link to show page with player, download link, show notes and comment form This is bleepshow, hosted by Pete Cooper Bleepshow is all about great electronic music - #225 Playlist for bleepshow #225: The System Boot - Sarciefic Fo Nyraib [Kikapu 6] B - Minikool [Textone 9] Qorser - Little Train Track [Dobox 8] Martinovibes - Red Moon [FOEM Electronic Youth 13] Black & White - Sugar [Uran97 36] Ceniq - Gaylab (Lackluster Reconstruct) [Monotonik 129] Pan Psychic - Moscow - Cassiopeia [Sun Station 4] Oikeusjyva - Suck Ya Duck [Antiscarp] Danzai - Delic [Aciendo 8] Monoide - The Shape Is Deep [Real Audio 1] Get this and upcoming bleepshows automatically: http://feeds.feedburner.com/bleepshow Get 35 tracks from emusic.com, absolutely free: http://bleepshow.com/go/emusic/ If you like what you hear, check out the artists and labels played in the show and support them - send them nice messages, download their music, spread the good word! Remember, bleepshow is all about great netlabel music - without it, there would be no show. The fabulous bleepshow theme tune was written and performed by Giorgi Darsadze and Beka Gokadze, aka Action Sign. They are all kinds of awesome, go check them out. http://bleepshow.com (stream and download more shows, get playlists) http://myspace.com/bleepshow (add bleepshow as a friend, find cool artists) Demos, promos, feedback, links, recommendations etc bleepshow@gmail.com Support the show and get 35 free tracks from emusic.com: http://bleepshow.com/go/emusic/ - no DRM, no mess, no fuss bleepshow with Pete Cooper http://bleepshow.com "AQUATIC DREAMS" - AAWA flight 048 (96kbps) "AQUATIC DREAMS"


COVER PHOTOGRAPHY : YUICHI TAKASAKA
- AAWA flight 048 features:

1 Fa Fa Fa / Roney Giah / remember "Yesterdays Tomorrows"
2 Fluidity / Scott Hill / dive into "AQUATIC WORLDS"
3 Baleia (Whale) / Roney Giah / swim to "Yesterdays Tomorrows"
4 Beluga / Scott Hill / frolic in "AQUATIC WORLDS"
5 Low Tide / Corrado Rossi (featuring TWM) / float away to "Le Voyage dans la Lune"
6 Ice / Skala / discover the frosty "TUNDRA"
7 Lovers In The Rain / Dream Voyager / visit "MYSTIC CASTLES"
8 Mare Infinitum / PASCO / feel the power of "SyZyGy"
9 Deep Blue (GB mix) / sail away to "Natural Worlds - volume 4"
10 Zarco (Light Blue) / Mediterranea / chill out to "ZORRERO"
11 Evaporation / Alien Music Club / change states with "Zero Digital Gravity"
12 Fresh Mud / Mystikos Quintet / feel the "HEAT"
13 Sea Suite 3 / Bjarne O. / experience "VIRTUAL WORLD"
14 Pina Colada (Blissful mix) / Doug Hinrichs & Wizard / get your "WORLD in GROOVE"
15 JAH CREATION / Scott Turchin / Celebration!
16 VANUATU Surf / Scott Hill / find "Natural Worlds - volume 3"
17 Mystical Sea / TWM / watch for "FREEDOM LIGHTS"
18 Distillation / Seth Osburn / conjure with "SEVEN - Stages of Alchemical Transformation"

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]]> 4 Jul 2008 @ 05:02 am +0000 http://www.garageband.com/user/SCOTT_HILL/podcast/main 'AMBIENT WORLDS' "AQUATIC DREAMS" COVER PHOTOGRAPHY : YUICHI TAKASAKA - AAWA flight 048 features: 1 Fa Fa Fa / Roney Giah / remember "Yesterdays Tomorrows" 2 Fluidity / Scott Hill / dive into "AQUATIC WORLDS" 3 Baleia (Whale) / Roney Giah / swim to "Yesterdays Tomorrows" 4 Beluga / Scott Hill / frolic in "AQUATIC WORLDS" 5 Low Tide / Corrado Rossi (featuring TWM) / float away to "Le Voyage dans la Lune" 6 Ice / Skala / discover the frosty "TUNDRA" 7 Lovers In The Rain / Dream Voyager / visit "MYSTIC CASTLES" 8 Mare Infinitum / PASCO / feel the power of "SyZyGy" 9 Deep Blue (GB mix) / sail away to "Natural Worlds - volume 4" 10 Zarco (Light Blue) / Mediterranea / chill out to "ZORRERO" 11 Evaporation / Alien Music Club / change states with "Zero Digital Gravity" 12 Fresh Mud / Mystikos Quintet / feel the "HEAT" 13 Sea Suite 3 / Bjarne O. / experience "VIRTUAL WORLD" 14 Pina Colada (Blissful mix) / Doug Hinrichs & Wizard / get your "WORLD in GROOVE" 15 JAH CREATION / Scott Turchin / Celebration! 16 VANUATU Surf / Scott Hill / find "Natural Worlds - volume 3" 17 Mystical Sea / TWM / watch for "FREEDOM LIGHTS" 18 Distillation / Seth Osburn / conjure with "SEVEN - Stages of Alchemical Transformation" 'AMBIENT WORLDS' http://www.garageband.com/user/SCOTT_HILL/podcast/main SnC 124 - Wed 02 Jul 2008 Intro
Happy - Jimmie Bratcher (Missouri, USA)
www.jimmiebratcher.com/

Some amazing light on the sea at Aldeburgh.

At the salon - The Mome Raths (Illinois, USA)
Daniel Rath - Guitar & Vocals
Tracey Rath - Bass & Vocals
Sister Rath - Vocals & style
Boss Rath - Drums & Handclaps
The Mome Raths play raw, poppy, fast, catchy, garage punk rock that you can bust a move to, or at least we try. We like to sing about pretty random stuff. We're not the best musicians in the world but we make up for it in some way or another. We like to have fun and not take ourselves too serious cause if you ask us the music scene already has enough self obsessed overblown egos to go around.
www.myspace.com/ilikethemomeraths

Nobody makes it overnight - The Alice Project (New York, USA)
NY-based band that specializes in melodic, hooky, tuneful pop/rock. ... Alice Leon is a singer and songwriter who's been creating smart appealing songs for one million years. ALICE WANTS TO THANK THE "POD PEOPLE" for beaming in from outerspace and creating GOOD radio for earthlings.
http://thealiceproject.com/

Martin Baker was listening to Radio 4 in his car this week when, as he says,
"There was an item about The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain, six guys and two girls who play ukuleles of various sizes. I've just Googled them and there are several of their videos there - Wuthering Heights, Orange Blossom, Life on Mars, etc.. Though you might like to listen to something different."
Yes, they were indeed on Radio 4 last weekend and I have a request in for a track or two to play on the show. The only potential problem is that they tend to play "covers" of popular songs and so copyright clearance could be a nightmare (and expensive) but I'm working on it. When I say "covers" I'm using the term in its loosest sense. I'm particularly fond of Should I stay or should I go? and Teenage Kicks - transformed into something quite else. Definitely "loose covers".
www.ukuleleorchestra.com
 
Spill - Annie Goliath (London, UK)
The engaging music of Annie Goliath is urban poetry unravelling. Based in London, this vocalist/ musician has teamed up with the experimental artist known as Digital Freakswing. The result is alternative electronica soundscapes with deep undercurrents of rock and dance pulsing through...ELECTRIC!
www.myspace.com/anniegoliath

Merde - Tour de France (Los Angeles, USA))
Tour De France is the songwriting team of Bernadette Colomine and Samuel H Collin. Based in Los Angeles, California, Tour De France composes original songs in French. Sam and Bernadette share a mutual passion for writing hook driven songs.
www.myspace.com/bctourdefrance

It sounds as though Paul "The Grumblerâ over at Music and Mumblngs (mumu.grumbling-dragon.com) has a great time at the Yael Naim gig in San Francicsco last week. Just as I would have expected.

Dance - Nikila (France)
Passion pour la montagne et l'art sous toutes formes
From the album #1 (Jamendo)
http://nikilart.blogspot.com/

Freon Cowboy - Bourland
Bourland is from Austin, Texas formerly of The Texas Philistines, he now has his own band featuring DJ Buffalo Phil, Buster Gutbucket, Sick and Mojo playing a disctinctive brand of Hillbilly Hick Hop.
What is Hillbilly Hick Hop, you say?
Pseudo country music with hip hop beats and a DJ scratching. Add a washtub bass and your on your way! Basically, I like DJ music, drum loops, country music, bluegrass and punk rock. I like bands like Jon Spencer Blues Explosion, The Beastie Boys, The Sex Pistols, Scott H. Biram, The Weary Boys, Beck, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Ray Wylie Hubbard etc...
www.hillbillyhickhop.com/
www.myspace.com/bourlandmusic

Gas prices in the USA. Bourland reports that Opal Devine"s venues around Austin are suspending music for the summer. Distances? really feeling the pinch? Have you noticed any changes to gigs?

Blue Blue - Serpentone (Oregon, USA)
Played Get Free from the "studio" in Porto de Soller back in early May (SnC 116).
Band formed in 2004, with the longest standing members being Erika (vox/songwriting/guitar-playing/diva-bitch), Cyrus (original drummer, who has done fill-in work since 2005), and most recently, the adorable multitasking almost-sober chick-magnet bassist known as Skot. Somehow, these three managed to eke out time on Sundays during 2007 to record an album of sorts at Marty Vincelli's "Big House." Which is a house, that is big. Many amazing musicians have supported this band by filling the rhythm slots for live shows, including Carl Keil, Morgan Grace, Sam Henry, Tom Drama, Tim Flanary, Carl Keil, nolan void, and Susan Costa.
www.serpentone.com
www.myspace.com/serpentone

"When I play a note on my guitar and it sustains just right - for a few seconds. I have everything I need for this world."
Preacher - Rick Fowler (Georgia, USA)
Rick Fowler's musical honesty creates an unsurpassed morphic resonance between him and his listeners. With a raw soul reminiscent of early Johnny Winter and aural suspense akin to Trower, Fowler delivers the energy, joy, anger and torment found in the very best of blues-rock. Preacher is from his album Back on my good foot available direct from his site or from CD Baby. Credit due to all musicians on the album: BASS: Michael C. Steele
DRUMS: Gerry Hansen,
Bill Berry
B3: Tim White,
Randall Bramblett
2ND GUITAR: Jonathan Dorsey
RESONATOR: Michael C. Steele
BG VOCS: Sherry Joyce, Michael C. Steele
http://rickfowler.com/
www.myspace.com/rickfowlerband

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]]> 2 Jul 2008 @ 06:02 am +0000 http://www.suffolkandcool.com Suffolk 'n' Cool IntroHappy - Jimmie Bratcher (Missouri, USA)www.jimmiebratcher.com/Some amazing light on the sea at Aldeburgh.At the salon - The Mome Raths (Illinois, USA)Daniel Rath - Guitar & VocalsTracey Rath - Bass & VocalsSister Rath - Vocals & styleBoss Rath - Drums & HandclapsThe Mome Raths play raw, poppy, fast, catchy, garage punk rock that you can bust a move to, or at least we try. We like to sing about pretty random stuff. We're not the best musicians in the world but we make up for it in some way or another. We like to have fun and not take ourselves too serious cause if you ask us the music scene already has enough self obsessed overblown egos to go around.www.myspace.com/ilikethemomerathsNobody makes it overnight - The Alice Project (New York, USA)NY-based band that specializes in melodic, hooky, tuneful pop/rock. ... Alice Leon is a singer and songwriter who's been creating smart appealing songs for one million years. ALICE WANTS TO THANK THE "POD PEOPLE" for beaming in from outerspace and creating GOOD radio for earthlings.http://thealiceproject.com/Martin Baker was listening to Radio 4 in his car this week when, as he says, "There was an item about The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain, six guys and two girls who play ukuleles of various sizes. I've just Googled them and there are several of their videos there - Wuthering Heights, Orange Blossom, Life on Mars, etc.. Though you might like to listen to something different." Yes, they were indeed on Radio 4 last weekend and I have a request in for a track or two to play on the show. The only potential problem is that they tend to play "covers" of popular songs and so copyright clearance could be a nightmare (and expensive) but I'm working on it. When I say "covers" I'm using the term in its loosest sense. I'm particularly fond of Should I stay or should I go? and Teenage Kicks - transformed into something quite else. Definitely "loose covers".www.ukuleleorchestra.com Spill - Annie Goliath (London, UK)The engaging music of Annie Goliath is urban poetry unravelling. Based in London, this vocalist/ musician has teamed up with the experimental artist known as Digital Freakswing. The result is alternative electronica soundscapes with deep undercurrents of rock and dance pulsing through...ELECTRIC!www.myspace.com/anniegoliathMerde - Tour de France (Los Angeles, USA))Tour De France is the songwriting team of Bernadette Colomine and Samuel H Collin. Based in Los Angeles, California, Tour De France composes original songs in French. Sam and Bernadette share a mutual passion for writing hook driven songs.www.myspace.com/bctourdefranceIt sounds as though Paul "The Grumblerâ over at Music and Mumblngs (mumu.grumbling-dragon.com) has a great time at the Yael Naim gig in San Francicsco last week. Just as I would have expected. Dance - Nikila (France)Passion pour la montagne et l'art sous toutes formesFrom the album #1 (Jamendo)http://nikilart.blogspot.com/Freon Cowboy - BourlandBourland is from Austin, Texas formerly of The Texas Philistines, he now has his own band featuring DJ Buffalo Phil, Buster Gutbucket, Sick and Mojo playing a disctinctive brand of Hillbilly Hick Hop.What is Hillbilly Hick Hop, you say? Pseudo country music with hip hop beats and a DJ scratching. Add a washtub bass and your on your way! Basically, I like DJ music, drum loops, country music, bluegrass and punk rock. I like bands like Jon Spencer Blues Explosion, The Beastie Boys, The Sex Pistols, Scott H. Biram, The Weary Boys, Beck, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Ray Wylie Hubbard etc...www.hillbillyhickhop.com/www.myspace.com/bourlandmusicGas prices in the USA. Bourland reports that Opal Devine"s venues around Austin are suspending music for the summer. Distances? really feeling the pinch? Have you noticed any changes to gigs? Blue Blue - Serpentone (Oregon, USA)Played Get Free from the "studio" in Porto de Soller back in early May (SnC 116).Band formed in 2004, with the longest standing members being Erika (vox/songwriting/guitar-playing/diva-bitch), Cyrus (original drummer, who has done fill-in work since 2005), and most recently, the adorable multitasking almost-sober chick-magnet bassist known as Skot. Somehow, these three managed to eke out time on Sundays during 2007 to record an album of sorts at Marty Vincelli's "Big House." Which is a house, that is big. Many amazing musicians have supported this band by filling the rhythm slots for live shows, including Carl Keil, Morgan Grace, Sam Henry, Tom Drama, Tim Flanary, Carl Keil, nolan void, and Susan Costa.www.serpentone.comwww.myspace.com/serpentone"When I play a note on my guitar and it sustains just right - for a few seconds. I have everything I need for this world."Preacher - Rick Fowler (Georgia, USA)Rick Fowler's musical honesty creates an unsurpassed morphic resonance between him and his listeners. With a raw soul reminiscent of early Johnny Winter and aural suspense akin to Trower, Fowler delivers the energy, joy, anger and torment found in the very best of blues-rock. Preacher is from his album Back on my good foot available direct from his site or from CD Baby. Credit due to all musicians on the album: BASS: Michael C. SteeleDRUMS: Gerry Hansen,Bill BerryB3: Tim White,Randall Bramblett2ND GUITAR: Jonathan DorseyRESONATOR: Michael C. SteeleBG VOCS: Sherry Joyce, Michael C. Steelehttp://rickfowler.com/www.myspace.com/rickfowlerband Suffolk 'n' Cool http://www.suffolkandcool.com Episode Four

So heres the new episode of Ragnarok, hope you guys enjoy it - Gordy thinks its our best one yet see what you think!

You can download the new episode here:Episode Four

Tracklisting:
Korpiklaani - Midsummer Night
Unleashed - The Avenger
Achren - Skinny Human State
Evile - We Who Are About To Die
Headless Cross - Servant To Your Death
Downfall - Syndromism
Blood Tsunami - Killing Spree
Keep of Kalessin - Vengance Rising
Angtoria - Six Feet Under Is Not Deep Enough

As always we'd love to hear from you guys, you can contact us on our blog (www.ragnarokradio.blogspot.com), on myspace (/ragnarokradio) or via email (ragnarokradio(at)hotmail.com)

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]]> 22 Jun 2008 @ 12:34 pm +0000 http://www.ragnarokradio.co.uk/ Ragnarok Radio - Scottish Heavy Metal So heres the new episode of Ragnarok, hope you guys enjoy it - Gordy thinks its our best one yet see what you think!You can download the new episode here:Episode FourTracklisting:Korpiklaani - Midsummer NightUnleashed - The AvengerAchren - Skinny Human StateEvile - We Who Are About To DieHeadless Cross - Servant To Your DeathDownfall - SyndromismBlood Tsunami - Killing SpreeKeep of Kalessin - Vengance RisingAngtoria - Six Feet Under Is Not Deep EnoughAs always we'd love to hear from you guys, you can contact us on our blog (www.ragnarokradio.blogspot.com), on myspace (/ragnarokradio) or via email (ragnarokradio(at)hotmail.com) Ragnarok Radio - Scottish Heavy Metal http://www.ragnarokradio.co.uk/ O red : Week 69 - After the rain
As usual please enjoy, and any feedback is more than appreciated.

Hugs,

Rachel
 -XX-

Track list:

No More Rain (Original Mix)by Rozza feat. Tiff Lacey  
Equinox (Akira Kayosa Remix) by Firestorm  
Till The Sky Falls Down by Dash Berlin 
whatever  by  ferry corsten            
With Every Heartbeat [With Kleerup] by Robyn 
Echo by  Luke Dzierzek                              
Requiem For A Dream by Tiesto                                         
Hear You Now  by Hooligan                
heavenly   by ales morrh & woody van eyden                  
cant sleep  by  above & beyond     
Rain down on me (Tiesto remix) by   Kane             
Deeper (Short Mix) by   Fragma         
Tell Me Why by Supermode
u r (junky xl mix edit) by  tiesto     
love stimulation (paul van dyke remix) by  humate           
More than anything by Gareth Emery                 
This World is watching me  by  Armin Van Buuren vs. Rank1             
Always a Fool  by  Kyau & Albert                     
Promisedland   by Wippenberg            
Aria Epica  by  Signalrunners             
Shockwaves  by  Martin Roth             
Without You Near (Coldharbour Mix)  by  Markus Gabriel & Dresden Schulz               
Water (Radio Mix)                        
The Shelter by  Lemond Pascal        
Find The Way  by  Ron Van Den Beuken  

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]]> 21 Jun 2008 @ 11:53 am +0000 http://rejs71.libsyn.com O Red This week's mix is relaxed and groovy, with a dash of trance, deep house, and fantastic music to set off your evening. I got bored so decided it throw in some of my favourite tracks, and along the way I found a few gems by the wayside.As usual please enjoy, and any feedback is more than appreciated.Hugs,Rachel -XX-Track list:No More Rain (Original Mix)by Rozza feat. Tiff Lacey   Equinox (Akira Kayosa Remix) by Firestorm   Till The Sky Falls Down by Dash Berlin  whatever  by  ferry corsten             With Every Heartbeat [With Kleerup] by Robyn  Echo by  Luke Dzierzek                               Requiem For A Dream by Tiesto                                          Hear You Now  by Hooligan                 heavenly   by ales morrh & woody van eyden                   cant sleep  by  above & beyond      Rain down on me (Tiesto remix) by   Kane              Deeper (Short Mix) by   Fragma          Tell Me Why by Supermodeu r (junky xl mix edit) by  tiesto      love stimulation (paul van dyke remix) by  humate            More than anything by Gareth Emery                  This World is watching me  by  Armin Van Buuren vs. Rank1              Always a Fool  by  Kyau & Albert                      Promisedland   by Wippenberg             Aria Epica  by  Signalrunners              Shockwaves  by  Martin Roth              Without You Near (Coldharbour Mix)  by  Markus Gabriel & Dresden Schulz                Water (Radio Mix)                         The Shelter by  Lemond Pascal         Find The Way  by  Ron Van Den Beuken   O Red http://rejs71.libsyn.com Mondo Movie - Show #71 - Where For Art Thou Dario?

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]]> 19 Jun 2008 @ 05:00 am +0000 http://www.mondomovie.com Mondo Movie It's an all Argento show this week, as we take take a look at five movies from the master of modern Italian horror - Deep Red, Inferno, Phenomena, Opera and The Stendahl Syndrome. Plus, what we thought of the new Indiana Jones movie... Mondo Movie http://www.mondomovie.com SnC 121 - Wed 11 Jun 2008 A rum ol' mix of styles and tastes this week which I hope conspire to suit your mood. Do you find that your musical taste changes with your mood? Does your mood change with the music? Let me know, by a comment at the bottom of these notes, email or by the MyCHingo voice message system.
I've was photographing for a client in Aldeburgh (right), on the Suffolk coast, on Monday. It felt like grabbing the only chance to enjoy the town on a sunny day and yet in a relatively peaceful state before the "Hooray Henryâ brigade arrives for the summer.
 
Armens à dit - BÃzÃd'h (Mulhouse, France)
From their new album Les IlluminÃs.
IBÃzÃd'H, l'alliance de la guitare et du violon caricaturÃe comme : "DU FER DANS LA SOIE" Un savant mÃlange pour du Rock puisqu"il daigne enfin se marier aux prÃsents des musiques Celtiques. La noce des Ãnergies libÃre un fracassant bouquetâ Avec plus de 400 concerts à leur actif ils ont partagà l'affiche avec : STATUS QUO, EV, SALLY BAT DES AILES, LES WAMPAS, MAROUSSE, ALDEBERT, LES FILS DE TEPU, MERZHIN, BLACK BOMB Aâ C"est ensuite l'enchaÃnement de Festivals et de concerts rÃputÃs â â En Juillet 2005 ils rÃalisent un fabuleux concert au MONTREUX JAZZ FESTIVAL. OCTOBRE 2007 : la sortie de leur nouvel album â  LES ILLUMINES  TELECHARGEMENTS GRATUITS.
Note: the link may generate pop-up ads for French supermarkets!
www.bezedh.com

Angels of Mercy - Mike Link/Harvey Taylor (Milwaukee, USA)
Normally I'm less than happy with crossover music (regardless of where it is crossing from or to) however, sometimes it just seems to work.A fascinating mix of styles in this track form Milwaukee-based studio duo (Mike Link on keys, etc, and  Harvey Taylor on trumpet), with guest artists (Holly Haebig on flute, Tom Plutshack on guitars)
.. groove-based tunes with trumpet improvisations, etc, fusing a jazz/blues approach to contemporary electronica...World music influences combine for an eclectic mix.
www.cdbaby.com/cd/linktaylor

I've been distracted this morning by news that daughter Jessie's hotel room in Ibiza was burgled while she was at work last night.
Lost her treasured laptop and iPod. Hotel security appears not to be all that it might be  - experiments showed that a few keys open more than the expected number of room doors.

Ballarine - David (Montpellier, France)
From his album Experimental released through Jamendo right at the end of last year.
www.myspace.com/davidchapel

Three chords - Jimmie Bratcher (Missouri, USA)
If you've been listening for a long time, you've heard Jimmie every week for the past two and a half years. Happy is the show theme. Here's another more bluesy track.
www.jimmiebratcher.com

Fun Tashlikh - Faren Khan (Paris, France)
Faren Khan is a group of cosmopolitan musicians, as surprising as they are atypical. They have found each other in France, some of them in exile from their native Spain and United States, others closer to their Mediterranean and Eastern European roots.In the image of the legendary Faren Khan - the mysterious bandit who once wandered the land from Belarus to Hungary and Romania on the back of his fierce swine, the group leads you through its remarkable and eccentric universe.
Amidst traditional melodies from the Balkans and Mediterranean, we hear influences of American jazz, the Middle East and India. A nomadic path for the most nomadic of musicâ.Klezmer music.
www.myspace.com/farenkhan

Note from Kimo
www.sellaband.com/kimo-watanabe/

Talkers - Entire Cities (Ontario, Canada)
Entire Cities are riding high on the success of their latest album, Deep River, the product of ten musicians using banjos, violins, flutes, pianos, minimoogs, singing saws, trombones, whatever else they saw fit to bring their work to life. The result is a heady mix of country, indie, gospel and rock.
SIMON BORER -Guitar, Vox, RUHEE DEWJI -Flute, Horns, Vox, TAMARA LINDEMAN -Banjo, Vox, BRENDAN HOWLETT -Bass, Trumpet, PAUL McCRADY -Vox, Keys, Glock and PAUL WEADICK -Drums, Vox
Long distance members:
JOSH LYON -Keys, Accordion, Vox, STEFANIE BRUCE -Singins Saw, Autoharp and DAVID MISSIO -Guitar
14 Jun Cadillac Lounge - NXNE     Toronto, Ontario
21 Jun Skeleton Park Music Festival     Kingston, Ontario
29 Jun Sneaky Dee's - Wavelength w. Hot Panda     Toronto, Ontario
Available now at Soundscapes in Toronto, Brian's Record Option and Made 4 You in Kingston and online at Zunior.com
www.entirecities.ca
www.myspace.com/entirecities

Podcrawl on Friday. "Oh dear, dear, dear ..."

Yep - Nikila (Grenoble, France)
Passion pour la montagne et l'art sous toutes formes
From the album #1 (Jamendo)
http://nikilart.blogspot.com/

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]]> 11 Jun 2008 @ 12:22 pm +0000 http://www.suffolkandcool.com Suffolk 'n' Cool A rum ol' mix of styles and tastes this week which I hope conspire to suit your mood. Do you find that your musical taste changes with your mood? Does your mood change with the music? Let me know, by a comment at the bottom of these notes, email or by the MyCHingo voice message system.I've was photographing for a client in Aldeburgh (right), on the Suffolk coast, on Monday. It felt like grabbing the only chance to enjoy the town on a sunny day and yet in a relatively peaceful state before the "Hooray Henryâ brigade arrives for the summer. Armens à dit - BÃzÃd'h (Mulhouse, France)From their new album Les IlluminÃs.IBÃzÃd'H, l'alliance de la guitare et du violon caricaturÃe comme : "DU FER DANS LA SOIE" Un savant mÃlange pour du Rock puisqu"il daigne enfin se marier aux prÃsents des musiques Celtiques. La noce des Ãnergies libÃre un fracassant bouquetâ Avec plus de 400 concerts à leur actif ils ont partagà l'affiche avec : STATUS QUO, EV, SALLY BAT DES AILES, LES WAMPAS, MAROUSSE, ALDEBERT, LES FILS DE TEPU, MERZHIN, BLACK BOMB Aâ C"est ensuite l'enchaÃnement de Festivals et de concerts rÃputÃs â â En Juillet 2005 ils rÃalisent un fabuleux concert au MONTREUX JAZZ FESTIVAL. OCTOBRE 2007 : la sortie de leur nouvel album â  LES ILLUMINES  TELECHARGEMENTS GRATUITS. Note: the link may generate pop-up ads for French supermarkets! www.bezedh.comAngels of Mercy - Mike Link/Harvey Taylor (Milwaukee, USA)Normally I'm less than happy with crossover music (regardless of where it is crossing from or to) however, sometimes it just seems to work.A fascinating mix of styles in this track form Milwaukee-based studio duo (Mike Link on keys, etc, and  Harvey Taylor on trumpet), with guest artists (Holly Haebig on flute, Tom Plutshack on guitars).. groove-based tunes with trumpet improvisations, etc, fusing a jazz/blues approach to contemporary electronica...World music influences combine for an eclectic mix.www.cdbaby.com/cd/linktaylorI've been distracted this morning by news that daughter Jessie's hotel room in Ibiza was burgled while she was at work last night.Lost her treasured laptop and iPod. Hotel security appears not to be all that it might be  - experiments showed that a few keys open more than the expected number of room doors.Ballarine - David (Montpellier, France)From his album Experimental released through Jamendo right at the end of last year.www.myspace.com/davidchapelThree chords - Jimmie Bratcher (Missouri, USA)If you've been listening for a long time, you've heard Jimmie every week for the past two and a half years. Happy is the show theme. Here's another more bluesy track.www.jimmiebratcher.comFun Tashlikh - Faren Khan (Paris, France)Faren Khan is a group of cosmopolitan musicians, as surprising as they are atypical. They have found each other in France, some of them in exile from their native Spain and United States, others closer to their Mediterranean and Eastern European roots.In the image of the legendary Faren Khan - the mysterious bandit who once wandered the land from Belarus to Hungary and Romania on the back of his fierce swine, the group leads you through its remarkable and eccentric universe.Amidst traditional melodies from the Balkans and Mediterranean, we hear influences of American jazz, the Middle East and India. A nomadic path for the most nomadic of musicâ.Klezmer music.www.myspace.com/farenkhanNote from Kimowww.sellaband.com/kimo-watanabe/Talkers - Entire Cities (Ontario, Canada)Entire Cities are riding high on the success of their latest album, Deep River, the product of ten musicians using banjos, violins, flutes, pianos, minimoogs, singing saws, trombones, whatever else they saw fit to bring their work to life. The result is a heady mix of country, indie, gospel and rock. SIMON BORER -Guitar, Vox, RUHEE DEWJI -Flute, Horns, Vox, TAMARA LINDEMAN -Banjo, Vox, BRENDAN HOWLETT -Bass, Trumpet, PAUL McCRADY -Vox, Keys, Glock and PAUL WEADICK -Drums, VoxLong distance members:JOSH LYON -Keys, Accordion, Vox, STEFANIE BRUCE -Singins Saw, Autoharp and DAVID MISSIO -Guitar14 Jun Cadillac Lounge - NXNE     Toronto, Ontario21 Jun Skeleton Park Music Festival     Kingston, Ontario29 Jun Sneaky Dee's - Wavelength w. Hot Panda     Toronto, OntarioAvailable now at Soundscapes in Toronto, Brian's Record Option and Made 4 You in Kingston and online at Zunior.comwww.entirecities.cawww.myspace.com/entirecitiesPodcrawl on Friday. "Oh dear, dear, dear ..."Yep - Nikila (Grenoble, France)Passion pour la montagne et l'art sous toutes formesFrom the album #1 (Jamendo)http://nikilart.blogspot.com/ Suffolk 'n' Cool http://www.suffolkandcool.com The Minotaur Download the audio of the Minotaur

The MinotaurThis is an exciting story of a duel between a monster and a man which took place in a dark underground labyrinth. It also has touch of a romance and the bitter after-taste of a betrayal. A little history about about King Minos of Crete is woven into the story. You can still see the remains of his palace today, at Knossos.

Read by Natasha. Duration 16 Minutes.


A long time ago – almost before history began – King Minos ruled the lovely island of Crete. The father of Minos was none other than Zeus, lord of all the gods, and he made sure that his son's wealth and power only grew and grew.

Minos built a navy, and his ships sailed far and wide, bringing back goods, taxes, and something even more important than those – knowledge. For instance, when Minos wanted to build a palace that would strike awe and wonder into all who laid eyes on it, he asked his sea captain :

“Of all the palaces you have seen, on all your travels over the seas, which was the most magnificent?”
And the sea captain replied:

“Your majesty, the palace of Aegeus , King of Athens, surpasses all others for its beauty and grace. It was designed by Deadalus and the Athenians boast that he is the most brilliant architect who has ever lived.”

When he heard this, King Minos ordered the sea captain to fetch Deadalus to Crete. The sea captain sailed to Athens and told King Aegeus that Minos had need of his chief architect – and as Minos was the most powerful leader of those times, King Aegeus could not deny him his wish.

And so Daedalus brought his knowledge and great skill to Crete, and there he designed a wonderful palace for Minos. It was built on three floors, which was very high for buildings of those days, and the bathrooms and kitchens had plumbing that was far ahead of the times. Everywhere you went inside, you saw the double headed axe of King Minos which was his symbol of power. Upstairs, the walls were covered with bright pictures of dances and festivities. On them, you could see the young men and women of Crete leaping over the horns of bulls. It a dangerous sport indeed, but the Cretens loved to show off their skill and bravery.

The happiness of Minos was almost complete – there was but one sadness in his life. His wife gave birth to a child that was strange and unnatural. Although its face was human, it walked on four feet with hooves. Horns came out of its head, and in time it grew into a terrible monster – half man, half bull. When it bellowed the whole land of Crete shook, the walls of the palace trembled, and there were storms at sea. The people gossiped about his strange child of the King, whom they called the Minotaur. Minos wanted to have it killed, but he thought the gods would be angry with him if he killed his own son. Instead he ordered Daedalus to build a maze, known as a labyrinth, where the Minotaur could live out of sight and out of mind.

Daedalus built a Labyrinth underground that was so intricate and cunning in its design, that even he himself had trouble finding the way out.

The Minotaur agreed to live in the Labyrinth, but he demanded that human beings be sent into his maze at regular intervals, otherwise he would rage with hunger even until the walls of the palace fell down. And so Minos ordered the kings of the nearby lands to send ships full of their young people to sacrifice to the Minotaur. Every ninth year it was the turn of Athens to send its human tribute to Crete. Twice, King Aegeus agreed to this – for he was still afraid of Minos and the power of his navy – but on the third occasion, his son, Prince Theseus said to him:

“Father, this time, let me sail to Crete, and I shall kill the Minotaur and end this misery for our people. ”
Aegeus was very reluctant to send his beloved son to chance his life against the Minotaur but, as he could see no other way out of the terrible situation for his people, he agreed.

It was decided that the ship of Theseus would carry two sets of sails. If the mission was successful, it would return to Athens under white sails, but if Theseus was killed by the Minotaur, it would sail back under black sails. That way, the people of Athens would receive the news of the outcome all the sooner.

Prince Theseus sailed to Crete and stayed with King Minos in his magnificent palace. There, on occasion, he caught sight of Princess Ariadne, the lovely daughter of King Minos. When Ariadne saw Theseus she felt great pity for him.

“Certainly, he looks very nice,” she thought, “But what a shame that his life is about to end so soon and so terribly ! For even if he succeeds in killing the Minotaur, he will never find his way out of the dark and winding Labyrinth.”

And when Theseus saw Ariadne he thought:

“Surely the King's own daughter knows some of his secrets. If only she could be persuaded to help me, I might stand a better chance of killing the Minotaur and escaping from the Labyrinth with my life.”
One day, when for a very short time Theseus found himself alone with Ariadne, he went down on his knees and begged her for any help that she could give him.

Ariadne promised to do what she could, and that evening she asked the advice of Daedalus, for if anyone knew the way out of the maze, it would surely be its architect. Daedalus too wanted to help Theseus – for they were both from the City of Athens. And so he gave Ariadne his secret plan of the Labyrinth – but she was dismayed when she examined it and saw the numerous twists and turns in the underground passage-ways. Even with a map it would be impossible to find one's way through such a maze.

Later on, she found Theseus walking alone in the gardens, and she gave him the map. When he unfurled the map and saw its complexity he said:

“Oh Princess. I trust in my courage and my skill with my spear and my sword, but doubt that I shall ever find my way out of a maze such as this.”

But Ariadne had thought of a second way to help Theseus. She gave him a ball of thread, and told him to unwind it as he went through the dark Labyrinth. And on the way back he should gather the wool up, and follow it back to the daylight.

Theseus was pleased with the plan, and he kissed the hand of the princess, thanking her for all her help. The next day he said to King Minos.

“You majesty. I have been honoured to be your guest for one whole week. Now I am ready to complete my mission, and meet either death or glory.”

King Minos would have been happy for the foreign prince to rid him of the Minotaur – but he thought he stood little chance. He led Theseus to the entrance to the Labyrinth and wished him goodbye, for he never expected to see him again. Then Theseus ventured into the maze, and a little way in, he tied one end of the ball of thread a beam. He went further, and soon he was in complete darkness. He had to feel his way along the walls, and around the twists and turns of the Labyrinth. All the while he unwound the ball of wool that Ariadne had given him. Somewhere, deep inside, the bull was stamping and snorting, impatient to meet its latest sacrifice.

At last, deep within, Theseus could hear that the Minataur was close by. He found a passageway that led to a dead end - as many of them did – but what made this one different was that there was a sudden turning just before the end. He had seen this passage on the map, and it was just the place he was looking for.

Theseus hid himself around this final twist and called out to the Minataur – it heard him and came charging down the passage – but it could not slow down before the turning and charged straight into the wall. While it was still stunned from the impact, Theseus thrust his spear into the beast's neck and killed it - though it did not let up its life before letting out a terrible bellow. The the walls of the palace shook and trembled, and King Minos said:

“Thank Zeus ! It seems that Prince Theseus has rid us of the terrible monster. But he will never find is way out of the Labyrinth and will surely die there.”

But Theseus began to gather up the ball of thread, until at last he reached the exit where Ariadne was eagerly waiting for him.

“Princess, how can I thank you,” said Theseus, “For without your help I would never have found my way out of that terrible place.”

And Ariadne replied :

“Take me back to Athens with you, and I shall be your bride.”

Now these were far from the words that Theseus had been hoping to hear. For although Ariadne was extremely beautiful, he was due to marry a different Princess his return to Athens. But he could not quite find the words to explain this to Ariadne, and so he replied in haste:

“Come: we must leave right away before your father discovers the truth.”

And leading her by the hand he led her down to his ship that was ready and waiting.

They set sail immediately for Athens, and in her heart Ariadne was overjoyed because she would soon marry her hero – or so she believed. But he had different plans. On the way back, they stopped at the island of Naxos to gather supplies. Ariadne walked to the end of the beach, paddling in the waves, and Theseus told the sea captain to set sail as fast as he could. Poor Ariadne was marooned on the island of Naxos, abandoned by her faithless lover. She stood high up on the cliffs and watched his sail disappear over the horizon. As she shed bitter tears, Bachuus the god of wine heard her weeping and decided to cheer her as best he could. He led his procession to her – wild animals and dancing servants, banging on drums and sounding trumpets. He took her crown from her head, and cast it up into the sky – it soared up to the heavens and its jewels turned into stars and formed a constellation in the shape of a crown.

As Theseus sailed away, he was laughing with the sea captain about the trick they had played. But Poseidon, the god of the seas heard them and was angry with Theseus for his betrayal of the princess. He sent a storm to toss his ship. The white sales were ripped and torn and fell into the raging seas. The ship survived the storm, but the captain was forced to repair his ship and use the second set of sails – the black ones that were meant to signal failure.

As they approached Athens, they were spotted by fishermen who raced back home to report the dreaded news.
The ship of Theseus, the hope of Athens, was returning under black sails. When this news reached the ears of the old king he ordered his chariot to take him down the harbour to see the ship return. When he saw that it was indeed returning under black sails, he was filled with uncontrollable grief and threw himself from the top of the harbour tower and into the sea where he drowned.

And that is the story of how Theseus betrayed Ariadne who had helped him escape death in the Labyrinth of the Minataur.

Bertie says that if you ever visit the National Gallery in London, you can see a famous picture of Ariadne and Baccus on the island of Naxos – it's by an Italian painter called Titian.

And that was not quite the end of the tale, because there is another story about what happened to Daedalus, the architect of the famous Labarynth. Bertie says it's a much shorter story, but it's a good one, with a moral to it.

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]]> 9 Jun 2008 @ 05:22 am +0000 http://storynory.com Storynory - Stories For Kids Download the audio of the Minotaur This is an exciting story of a duel between a monster and a man which took place in a dark underground labyrinth. It also has touch of a romance and the bitter after-taste of a betrayal. A little history about about King Minos of Crete is woven into the story. You can still see the remains of his palace today, at Knossos. Read by Natasha. Duration 16 Minutes. A long time ago – almost before history began – King Minos ruled the lovely island of Crete. The father of Minos was none other than Zeus, lord of all the gods, and he made sure that his son's wealth and power only grew and grew. Minos built a navy, and his ships sailed far and wide, bringing back goods, taxes, and something even more important than those – knowledge. For instance, when Minos wanted to build a palace that would strike awe and wonder into all who laid eyes on it, he asked his sea captain : “Of all the palaces you have seen, on all your travels over the seas, which was the most magnificent?” And the sea captain replied: “Your majesty, the palace of Aegeus , King of Athens, surpasses all others for its beauty and grace. It was designed by Deadalus and the Athenians boast that he is the most brilliant architect who has ever lived.” When he heard this, King Minos ordered the sea captain to fetch Deadalus to Crete. The sea captain sailed to Athens and told King Aegeus that Minos had need of his chief architect – and as Minos was the most powerful leader of those times, King Aegeus could not deny him his wish. And so Daedalus brought his knowledge and great skill to Crete, and there he designed a wonderful palace for Minos. It was built on three floors, which was very high for buildings of those days, and the bathrooms and kitchens had plumbing that was far ahead of the times. Everywhere you went inside, you saw the double headed axe of King Minos which was his symbol of power. Upstairs, the walls were covered with bright pictures of dances and festivities. On them, you could see the young men and women of Crete leaping over the horns of bulls. It a dangerous sport indeed, but the Cretens loved to show off their skill and bravery. The happiness of Minos was almost complete – there was but one sadness in his life. His wife gave birth to a child that was strange and unnatural. Although its face was human, it walked on four feet with hooves. Horns came out of its head, and in time it grew into a terrible monster – half man, half bull. When it bellowed the whole land of Crete shook, the walls of the palace trembled, and there were storms at sea. The people gossiped about his strange child of the King, whom they called the Minotaur. Minos wanted to have it killed, but he thought the gods would be angry with him if he killed his own son. Instead he ordered Daedalus to build a maze, known as a labyrinth, where the Minotaur could live out of sight and out of mind. Daedalus built a Labyrinth underground that was so intricate and cunning in its design, that even he himself had trouble finding the way out. The Minotaur agreed to live in the Labyrinth, but he demanded that human beings be sent into his maze at regular intervals, otherwise he would rage with hunger even until the walls of the palace fell down. And so Minos ordered the kings of the nearby lands to send ships full of their young people to sacrifice to the Minotaur. Every ninth year it was the turn of Athens to send its human tribute to Crete. Twice, King Aegeus agreed to this – for he was still afraid of Minos and the power of his navy – but on the third occasion, his son, Prince Theseus said to him: “Father, this time, let me sail to Crete, and I shall kill the Minotaur and end this misery for our people. ” Aegeus was very reluctant to send his beloved son to chance his life against the Minotaur but, as he could see no other way out of the terrible situation for his people, he agreed. It was decided that the ship of Theseus would carry two sets of sails. If the mission was successful, it would return to Athens under white sails, but if Theseus was killed by the Minotaur, it would sail back under black sails. That way, the people of Athens would receive the news of the outcome all the sooner. Prince Theseus sailed to Crete and stayed with King Minos in his magnificent palace. There, on occasion, he caught sight of Princess Ariadne, the lovely daughter of King Minos. When Ariadne saw Theseus she felt great pity for him. “Certainly, he looks very nice,” she thought, “But what a shame that his life is about to end so soon and so terribly ! For even if he succeeds in killing the Minotaur, he will never find his way out of the dark and winding Labyrinth.” And when Theseus saw Ariadne he thought: “Surely the King's own daughter knows some of his secrets. If only she could be persuaded to help me, I might stand a better chance of killing the Minotaur and escaping from the Labyrinth with my life.” One day, when for a very short time Theseus found himself alone with Ariadne, he went down on his knees and begged her for any help that she could give him. Ariadne promised to do what she could, and that evening she asked the advice of Daedalus, for if anyone knew the way out of the maze, it would surely be its architect. Daedalus too wanted to help Theseus – for they were both from the City of Athens. And so he gave Ariadne his secret plan of the Labyrinth – but she was dismayed when she examined it and saw the numerous twists and turns in the underground passage-ways. Even with a map it would be impossible to find one's way through such a maze. Later on, she found Theseus walking alone in the gardens, and she gave him the map. When he unfurled the map and saw its complexity he said: “Oh Princess. I trust in my courage and my skill with my spear and my sword, but doubt that I shall ever find my way out of a maze such as this.” But Ariadne had thought of a second way to help Theseus. She gave him a ball of thread, and told him to unwind it as he went through the dark Labyrinth. And on the way back he should gather the wool up, and follow it back to the daylight. Theseus was pleased with the plan, and he kissed the hand of the princess, thanking her for all her help. The next day he said to King Minos. “You majesty. I have been honoured to be your guest for one whole week. Now I am ready to complete my mission, and meet either death or glory.” King Minos would have been happy for the foreign prince to rid him of the Minotaur – but he thought he stood little chance. He led Theseus to the entrance to the Labyrinth and wished him goodbye, for he never expected to see him again. Then Theseus ventured into the maze, and a little way in, he tied one end of the ball of thread a beam. He went further, and soon he was in complete darkness. He had to feel his way along the walls, and around the twists and turns of the Labyrinth. All the while he unwound the ball of wool that Ariadne had given him. Somewhere, deep inside, the bull was stamping and snorting, impatient to meet its latest sacrifice. At last, deep within, Theseus could hear that the Minataur was close by. He found a passageway that led to a dead end - as many of them did – but what made this one different was that there was a sudden turning just before the end. He had seen this passage on the map, and it was just the place he was looking for. Theseus hid himself around this final twist and called out to the Minataur – it heard him and came charging down the passage – but it could not slow down before the turning and charged straight into the wall. While it was still stunned from the impact, Theseus thrust his spear into the beast's neck and killed it - though it did not let up its life before letting out a terrible bellow. The the walls of the palace shook and trembled, and King Minos said: “Thank Zeus ! It seems that Prince Theseus has rid us of the terrible monster. But he will never find is way out of the Labyrinth and will surely die there.” But Theseus began to gather up the ball of thread, until at last he reached the exit where Ariadne was eagerly waiting for him. “Princess, how can I thank you,” said Theseus, “For without your help I would never have found my way out of that terrible place.” And Ariadne replied : “Take me back to Athens with you, and I shall be your bride.” Now these were far from the words that Theseus had been hoping to hear. For although Ariadne was extremely beautiful, he was due to marry a different Princess his return to Athens. But he could not quite find the words to explain this to Ariadne, and so he replied in haste: “Come: we must leave right away before your father discovers the truth.” And leading her by the hand he led her down to his ship that was ready and waiting. They set sail immediately for Athens, and in her heart Ariadne was overjoyed because she would soon marry her hero – or so she believed. But he had different plans. On the way back, they stopped at the island of Naxos to gather supplies. Ariadne walked to the end of the beach, paddling in the waves, and Theseus told the sea captain to set sail as fast as he could. Poor Ariadne was marooned on the island of Naxos, abandoned by her faithless lover. She stood high up on the cliffs and watched his sail disappear over the horizon. As she shed bitter tears, Bachuus the god of wine heard her weeping and decided to cheer her as best he could. He led his procession to her – wild animals and dancing servants, banging on drums and sounding trumpets. He took her crown from her head, and cast it up into the sky – it soared up to the heavens and its jewels turned into stars and formed a constellation in the shape of a crown. As Theseus sailed away, he was laughing with the sea captain about the trick they had played. But Poseidon, the god of the seas heard them and was angry with Theseus for his betrayal of the princess. He sent a storm to toss his ship. The white sales were ripped and torn and fell into the raging seas. The ship survived the storm, but the captain was forced to repair his ship and use the second set of sails – the black ones that were meant to signal failure. As they approached Athens, they were spotted by fishermen who raced back home to report the dreaded news. The ship of Theseus, the hope of Athens, was returning under black sails. When this news reached the ears of the old king he ordered his chariot to take him down the harbour to see the ship return. When he saw that it was indeed returning under black sails, he was filled with uncontrollable grief and threw himself from the top of the harbour tower and into the sea where he drowned. And that is the story of how Theseus betrayed Ariadne who had helped him escape death in the Labyrinth of the Minataur. Bertie says that if you ever visit the National Gallery in London, you can see a famous picture of Ariadne and Baccus on the island of Naxos – it's by an Italian painter called Titian. And that was not quite the end of the tale, because there is another story about what happened to Daedalus, the architect of the famous Labarynth. Bertie says it's a much shorter story, but it's a good one, with a moral to it. Storynory - Stories For Kids http://storynory.com Episode 46 - The House Mix from Mark Allen

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]]> 19 May 2008 @ 10:00 am +0000 http://www.evilrabbit.co.uk The Evilrabbit Podcast Mark's back with another deep house mix. Nothing else to say except sit back, enjoy the sunshine and chill out with this 60 minute journey into quality underground house music. The tracklisting for this episode is - Skylax - Pazuzu (Prins Thomas Mix), Aeroplane - Pacific Air Race, Karol XVII and MB Valence - I Believe, Sultan and Ned Shepard - Itajai Vibes (Rosen Mix), Claes Rosen - Jiggle, Sessamato - Movin On (Abaku 4am Mix), Count Paris - Poza (Dave Armstrong and Redrouche Mix), Guy J - Been Here Before (Envotion Mix), Ossie - Farewell, Doppler Effect vs Planet Funk - Beauty Inside the Deep The Evilrabbit Podcast http://www.evilrabbit.co.uk Still Audio #19 - All Systems Nominal A spacey theme this time round, with special thanks to our first artist IsaVis, with a track from her new album “Cosmico Divino”. For details of how to buy Cosmico Divino on CD, check out her web site at http://www.isavis.com. This track also features Eugene on the venerable theremin, one of the earliest electronic instruments.

Track 1

  • Artist Country: Italy
  • Artist: IsaVis
  • Album: Cosmico Divino
  • Track: Mission 11
  • URL: http://www.isavis.com

Track 2

Track3

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]]> 18 May 2008 @ 12:58 pm +0000 http://www.stillaudio.com Still Audio: Calm, Free Electronica A spacey theme this time round, with special thanks to our first artist IsaVis, with a track from her new album “Cosmico Divino”. For details of how to buy Cosmico Divino on CD, check out her web site at http://www.isavis.com. This track also features Eugene on the venerable theremin, one of the earliest electronic instruments. Track 1 Artist Country: Italy Artist: IsaVis Album: Cosmico Divino Track: Mission 11 URL: http://www.isavis.com Track 2 Artist Country: Macedonia Artist: Every Kid on Speed Release: Rocketship Remixed Track: 3/ Disko Pigg Automated Deep Space Tour Remix URL: http://www.diplomatik.net/dplnet004.html Track3 Artist Country: Germany Artist: Chillheimer Release: Morning Moon Track: 1/Morning Moon URL: http://www.archive.org/details/rfr013 Still Audio: Calm, Free Electronica http://www.stillaudio.com O Red week 64 - Prognosticator general mix
This week's mix is a funky blend of prog, trance, and deep house. It mixes up a few of my favourite tunes with some new ones from my collection.

I hope you enjoy,

hugs,

Rachel
 -X-

Track list:

The World Doesn't Know (Original Mix)  by  Tilt 
Ubik (The Breakz) - Original Mix  by  Timo Maas   
Restless  by  Evil Nine                            
Container [Iam Wilkie's Virtual Dog Dub]   by Animated  
Tribulations (Tiga's Out Of The Trance Closet Mix) by   LCD
Hyperharmonie  by  Romboy Feat Moped John  
Let Me Be  by  Parker & Hansen                      
Hold me till the End  by  DT8 Project               
Fear (Unkle Remix) by Ian Brown                            
Never Win (Benny Benassi Mix)  by  Fischerspooner                            
Locust - Aerospace (Probspot Remix) by  Armin Van Buuren   
Crystal (Digweed & Muir Bedrock mix) by  New Order           
Cities Of The Future Violet Violet mix by    Infected Mushroom          
Misunderstood by   Stasean                              
American Dream [Lucid Mix]  by  Jakatta  
Young Parisians ft Ben Lost by Jump The Next Train (Probspot Remix)
Seragaki (Junkie XL Remix)  by  Ryukyu Underground

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]]> 17 May 2008 @ 11:43 am +0000 http://rejs71.libsyn.com O Red Hi guys,This week's mix is a funky blend of prog, trance, and deep house. It mixes up a few of my favourite tunes with some new ones from my collection.I hope you enjoy,hugs,Rachel -X-Track list:The World Doesn't Know (Original Mix)  by  Tilt  Ubik (The Breakz) - Original Mix  by  Timo Maas    Restless  by  Evil Nine                             Container [Iam Wilkie's Virtual Dog Dub]   by Animated   Tribulations (Tiga's Out Of The Trance Closet Mix) by   LCDHyperharmonie  by  Romboy Feat Moped John   Let Me Be  by  Parker & Hansen                       Hold me till the End  by  DT8 Project                Fear (Unkle Remix) by Ian Brown                             Never Win (Benny Benassi Mix)  by  Fischerspooner                             Locust - Aerospace (Probspot Remix) by  Armin Van Buuren    Crystal (Digweed & Muir Bedrock mix) by  New Order            Cities Of The Future Violet Violet mix by    Infected Mushroom           Misunderstood by   Stasean                               American Dream [Lucid Mix]  by  Jakatta   Young Parisians ft Ben Lost by Jump The Next Train (Probspot Remix) Seragaki (Junkie XL Remix)  by  Ryukyu Underground O Red http://rejs71.libsyn.com IB013 - Knee Deep in Semen Yappy dogs;
The joy of sunny days;
Tobit is a giant pervert;
David's debit card saga;
Toby's German nemisis;
The BBC podcasts;
DAVE IS WONDERFUL AND AMAZING;
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The balls of a 15 year old;
Thanks to you too;
The amazing audio quality we provide;
The sound of an Englishman pulling his nipple pubes;
Donate buttons;
NEWS!;
Nuclear war would cause a tea 'issue';
Pirate flag row;
Breast milk boosts IQ;
1 in 3 people are hungover at work;
Inappropriate Behaviour from Valhalla;
Toilet humour;
Beer can coffin;
R2-D2 DVD projector;
Covered in semen;
Boris Johnson is Mayor of London. God help us all;
The lack of a decent political party;
The dark abyss of pen and paper roleplaying games;
The Inappropriate Behaviour game?;
Disaster at the Open Mic Night;
www.thetales.co.uk;
Any Other Buisness;
Aftershow;

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]]> 10 May 2008 @ 01:45 am +0000 http://inappropriatebehaviour.co.uk Inappropriate Behaviour We do this in our pants;Yappy dogs;The joy of sunny days;Tobit is a giant pervert;David's debit card saga;Toby's German nemisis;The BBC podcasts;DAVE IS WONDERFUL AND AMAZING;-snip-The balls of a 15 year old;Thanks to you too;The amazing audio quality we provide;The sound of an Englishman pulling his nipple pubes;Donate buttons;NEWS!;Nuclear war would cause a tea 'issue';Pirate flag row;Breast milk boosts IQ;1 in 3 people are hungover at work;Inappropriate Behaviour from Valhalla;Toilet humour;Beer can coffin;R2-D2 DVD projector;Covered in semen;Boris Johnson is Mayor of London. God help us all;The lack of a decent political party;The dark abyss of pen and paper roleplaying games;The Inappropriate Behaviour game?;Disaster at the Open Mic Night;www.thetales.co.uk;Any Other Buisness;Aftershow; Inappropriate Behaviour http://inappropriatebehaviour.co.uk Episode 45 - The Funky House Mix from Rob Tarren

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]]> 9 May 2008 @ 10:00 am +0000 http://www.evilrabbit.co.uk The Evilrabbit Podcast We've had breaks, progressive house, deep trance, drum and bass...but there seems to be something missing from our funky house podcast...yes, funky house! It's been a while since we delivered a nice funky vocal set to you, and as we try hard not to disappoint, it give me great pleasure to present episode 45 of the podcast...The Funky House Mix! The tracklisting for this episode is as follows - Shawn Christopher - Don't Lose The Magic (Soul Conspiracy Mix), Sound Famiglia - Need Me Want Me (Original Mix), DJ Devrish feat. Lockamy and Inaya Day - You Move Me (Earnshaw Mix), Danny Clark, Jay Benham feat. SuSu Bobien - Wondrous (MuthaFunkaz Mix), Shaolin Master feat. Siobhan - Friends (Original Mix), Boris Dlugosch presents Booom - Keep Pushin' (Path of Club Mix), Michael Procter - Paradise (The Father's Child Mix), Sebastian Leger feat. Gia Mellish - Hypnotised (Spen and MuthaFunkaz Mix), Luca Signorini - A Night In Paris (Original Mix), House of Glass - The Harmonica Track (Original Mix) The Evilrabbit Podcast http://www.evilrabbit.co.uk In The Mix - May Day 2008

Here in the UK we have a public holiday for May Day. So this gives me the opportunity to treat you all to an extra podcast. This is not my normal funky house production. It is a subtle mix of progressive house. It may take a few listens to grow on you, give it a chance and you may find that like me, you discover a new harmony . 01 Eric Prydz - F12 (Original mix) 02 Gianluca Motta ft Molly - Not alone (Deadmau5 remix) 03 Adam K & Soha - Long distance (Original mix) 04 Armin van Buuren ft Susana - If you should go (Inpetto vs Duderstadt remix) 05 Dubfire - I feel speed (Original mix) 06 Nufrequency ft Shara Deep - Go that deep (Charles Webster remix) 07 Jorgensen vs BSD - I Don't Care (Deadmau5 remix) 08 Kaskade - 4 am (Adam K & Soha mix) 09 Deadmau5 - Faxing Berlin (Chris Lake edit) 10 Thomas Schwartz - Jupiter calling 11 Deadmau5 ft Billy Newton Davis - Outta my life {Touch mix) 12 Starchaser - A new society (Thomas Schwartz remix)

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]]> 5 May 2008 @ 05:42 am +0000 http://utopia-music.podOmatic.com Funky House London Here in the UK we have a public holiday for May Day. So this gives me the opportunity to treat you all to an extra podcast. This is not my normal funky house production. It is a subtle mix of progressive house. It may take a few listens to grow on you, give it a chance and you may find that like me, you discover a new harmony . 01 Eric Prydz - F12 (Original mix) 02 Gianluca Motta ft Molly - Not alone (Deadmau5 remix) 03 Adam K & Soha - Long distance (Original mix) 04 Armin van Buuren ft Susana - If you should go (Inpetto vs Duderstadt remix) 05 Dubfire - I feel speed (Original mix) 06 Nufrequency ft Shara Deep - Go that deep (Charles Webster remix) 07 Jorgensen vs BSD - I Don't Care (Deadmau5 remix) 08 Kaskade - 4 am (Adam K & Soha mix) 09 Deadmau5 - Faxing Berlin (Chris Lake edit) 10 Thomas Schwartz - Jupiter calling 11 Deadmau5 ft Billy Newton Davis - Outta my life {Touch mix) 12 Starchaser - A new society (Thomas Schwartz remix) Funky House London http://utopia-music.podOmatic.com Episode 44 - The Deep Trance Mix from Mark Allen