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The Shore |
Local Rock Hard Road [download | watch video] Formed in Silverlake during 2002, The Shore's hard work paid off when they were signed to the Maverick label. Listen to "Hard Road" from their self-titled debut. If you like what you hear, you can see them at Spaceland on November 16. |
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Judd and Maggie |
Folk Perfectly [free stream | download] This Maryland-based brother and sister duo cook up some spectacular ear candy on Subjects. Sample a few free clips on their website. Then listen to Judd & Maggie live at Spaceland on November 15. |
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Limbeck |
Local Rock/Country Home [download] These OC natives have been touring cross-country—from Tulsa to Minneapolis to Tucson. Their latest CD (which has hints of Tom Petty) reflects that vagabond experience. Limbeck perform at the echo on November 17. |
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David Ryan Harris |
R&B For You [free stream | buy] This tremendously talented Atlanta musician has a voice that is reminiscent of Stevie Wonder. Take a listen to any of the tracks on Harris' latest release and you'll be a fan. Harris performs November 16 & 30 at Hotel Cafe. |
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Zack Hexum |
Local Rock Met A Girl Like You [free stream | buy] You've probably heard Hexum on Fox's OC or perhaps KROQ. His music is polished and radio-friendly, but remains honest enough to keep it believable. You can catch Hexum at Hotel Cafe on November 18. |
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