Thursday, July 20, 2006

Naama Hillman - in between the lights FREE EP

Naama Hillman is a Singer/Songwriter based in London. She was born in Israel and grew up in America where her musicality was evident from the very early years, as she studied classical piano before discovering the guitar.
Naama's previous album, Living Room, was released in 2004 and has recieved numerous reviews, praising her music.
Naama's gentle voice reminds me of Ani DeFranco and Suzanne Vega with a twist of Neil Young in her musical talent.
Last week, Naama launched her new EP, in between the lights, including five acoustic versions to some old material from the previous album aside new songs recorded especially for this EP. The EP also includes a cover version of Johnny Cash's song, Ring Of Fire.
In the light of her success she decided to release this new EP for FREE DOWNLOAD on her website.
She is also performing on the 24th @ The Enterprise at Chalk Farm, London.
And a special EP launch show, in Israel on the 6th of August @ The Arbinka Bar.

Songs from the EP:

Ring Of Fire

Falling

Wednesday, July 19, 2006

New Selfish Gene Album



The Selfish Gene were founded a long time ago in a small town in Israel. Today they have reunited for one album and two shows.

The album is constructed of they're previous works throughout the years, starting from recordings in Israel back in 1995 throughout recordings in London (1996-2000) and including a brand new song named 'Daylight Savings' recorded earlier this year.

The band had influences on the alternative rock scene in the 90's in Israel, and has been named, various times, as the most promising band to come out of Israel. Though, do to some bad luck and alot of wear and tear, they split in 2000 and haven't preformed or recorded since.

The new album has 19 songs (all in english) and a bonus CD with 10 songs to download on their website.

The band is opening Blonde Redhead's tour in Israel with a 30 minute show on the 4th of August at the Barby Tel Aviv, followed by a full evening on the 8th of August at the Barby Tel Aviv celebrating their new CD.

Purchase their CD online here.