Hi folks this is the first of many blogs on musicians and venues that I said I would write about. I will have more blogs about musicians and venues as often as I can. Enjoy the music and check out the musicians and venues in their calendars to the left.
BEAMER LOWTIDE ALWAYS LIVE
Beamer has been performing LIVE in S L for 3 years and mixes up his shows with acoustic guitar/vocals,as well as backing tracks for the electric tunes. He does assorted covers and originals with a voice that sings directly to your heart. His love for the audience is obvious as he draws you in with his sweet southern accent. Some of his cover songs include Pink Floyd, Jack Johnson, Jason Mraz, Beatles, Allman Brothers and Eric Clapton. He only performs a few times each month, so here's your chance to get aquainted with this awesome performer.
STRUMMER VULTEE
Strummer Vultee is in Alabama, an awesome RL/SL musician. He plays keyboard, guitar, and his harmonica will blow you away ! His voice is very powerful and moving. Although he can play a wide variety of music, he really brings it home when he plays the blues! Blues, country, pop or rock--the Beatles, Dylan,-Really wonderful!!
More than one avatar has said his song gave them hope--stilled their soul.
Strummer first started performing at the age of 13 when he went to hear a group of musicians practice. The drummer did not show up but his drums were there. Strummer was asked to sit in and try to keep the beat. By the end of the night, he was given the job! His first real paying gig was in a bar at the age of 15 and he has been playing ever since. He taught himself guitar and the rest is history! Strummer is a California/Oklahoma country boy, but cites as music that has influenced him, the Beatles, the Animals, the Stones, The Cream and Jimmy Hendrix!!
He has some really awesome originals-- he is master of the harmonica--plays some really nice guitar--but it is his vocals that he is known for. A God given instrument that may really rock you soul.
MAXX SABRETOOTH
Maxx came to SL in 2009 and began singing in late April 2009 and is becoming one of the most desired performers in SL.
Maxx's career in music began in Oklahoma at the age of 8 when he picked up his first trumpet. He has played in a variety of hometown Jazz/Dance Bands through the years and has performed in a wide variety of RL venues, as well as doing solo performances. Maxx began singing while helping another band member learn a song. Twelve years ago, Maxx turned strictly vocalist. He hasn't stopped since! You can hear and feel Maxx's love of music in every note he sings. Maxx came to SL in February, 2009, began singing in late April 2009 and has quickly become one of the most desired performers in SL.
Maxx Sabretooth sings a variety of styles specializing in R&B, Soul, Country, Pop, Lite Rock, Jazz, Motown as well as Contemporary Country. Maxx will bring you familiar songs in his own bluezy voice and will leave you wanting more!
Check out the calendar to the left and his listening booth in SL
Maxx Sabretooth TRAX Listening Booth
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Trax/133/98/27
LIGHTNIN LOWTIDE
Lightnin has done hundreds of shows in RL as well as
hundreds of shows in SL he is seasoned performer
and dedicated to the best show he can give for you
and our guests :)
Lightnin Lowtide has great voice and a wide selection of music
he plays Blues,Classic Rock, Country and Golden Oldies !!
His songlist includes songs by Bob Dylan ,Jimi Hendrix,Rolling Stones, Elvis and more including his own original songs.
Lightnin's show is an energy packed one of love for music and a bit of insanity as he talks with his Guitar Ruby and she talks back !!.
STEVEEOLIO
Raised and presently from Portage, Indiana, Steve comes fresh to SL from RL bringing with him many, many years of musical experience.
He is a RL musician that had an interest in music since the age of 12. In 1972, he then became an active musician in an inner circle of friends that shared the same passion of music. Played for two decades with only the ear and talent of my gift. Then, thanks to a good friend, Jim Cooper, who stopped and shared the importance of reading music, he then learned. There was no stopping him as he then, learned every jazz and blues music along with many popular covers. Then learned one new song a day for the next three years.Enjoy working music from many greats such as, Gershwin, Cole Porter, Thelonius Monk, John Coltrane. Great guitar influences by Pat Martino, Pat Metheny, Wes Montgomery along with many other greats.
A must hear musician here for you today! Come share his gifts of music and feel his heart as he shares the best with you!
QUINTON WHITMAN
Q's performances stimulate your senses, awaken your mind, and enrich your soul...his deep melodious voice and awesome guitar (acoustic & electric) playing combine as he performs a mixture of music genres from rock, to ballads, to traditional folk songs. The variety in his shows is a given including many of his originals, and covers including Donovan, Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Jerry Jeff Walker, Talking Heads, Cat Stevens, Lowell George, Utah Phillips, John Prine, Moody Blues, Lefty Frizzell, Waterboys, Led Zeppelin & more
Check out a sample of Quinton’s sound at http://thesixtyone.com/tallanwhite
KEVINMTHOMAS CARPOOL
Kevin rezzed into his Second Life music career on October 18, 2007 as an acoustic rock artist. In real life Kevin’s accolades include being a solo acoustic artist, a chamber music composer, a pianist, work with the band Nixon Nation, work with the band Wired Shut, being signed to a major indie label for his acoustic solo work, having music featured on MTV’s Tripped Out and 10 Things Every Guy Should Experience, having his music part of a regular British television series known as Distant Shores, having his music features in the Brazilian made for television movie Studio 54. Kevin’s works are registered with ASCAP
KevinMThomas Carpool takes the stage and wakes the audience up. His high energy and vocal range thrill and delight his listeners. Kevin’s shows consist of acoustic original music, electric original music, and covers by request. His vocals are amazingly akin to 80’s metal bands and can even be compared to Steve Perry from Journey. Kevin’s major musical influences stem from Sting, Bruce Dickinson and Steve Perry. Although guitar is his regular instrument in SL he can be caught with his drum machine and bass from time to time.
NOW LET'S TALK ABOUT SOME OUTSTANDING VENUE, their owners & staff work hard to keep things going so you have a great time. If not for the venues, the sl music fans of live music wouldn't have a place to go.
Got the pleasure of visiting a new venue to me. Experience ECNAD, committed to bringing live music and arts to the grid. SL has a rich history of live music. ECNAD is part of a SIM wide experience, with live performances by the finest musicians and live artists in SL.
ECNAD
ECNAD delivers a superior audio and visual experience for the discerning live performance seeker. They are dedicated to providing an enjoyable SL experience for performers and patrons alike! Join them for awesome atmosphere, superior live music and outstanding camaraderie that is ECNAD Nation!
Check out the calendar/facebook page(in links to left) or visit the venue
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Wild%20Ones/140/204/22
END OF TIME
END OF TIME is a nice live music venue with music going on 7 days a week. All genres of music. Patty Perth and Tosh Thor the venue for established & new performers to sing blues, pop, jazz, rock, funk, soul, country, folk, latin, R&B.
Check it out as they party all the time. their calendar is to the left under Venues & musicians
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Eotia/205/195/21
THE SOURCE>> DAMARI
Now that is a week party place with great music & musicians. People are very friendly.
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Arkon/34/42/22
GUTHRIE'S FOLK CLUB
Are you an early bird that comes into SL looking for something to do? There is a place with musicians starting at 5am every morning, 7 days a week. Guthrie's Is 100% Live Music 7 Days A Week; No Backing Tracks - No Karaoke - All Live All The Time - Home To The Best And Most Talented Artists In Second Life!
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Guthries%20Folk%20Club/6/150/24
And last but not least is my favorite place to be on Saturday nights
WHISKEY GO ROUND
Whiskey Go Round has been in so for 6yrs now. It is the longest running open mic venue. Open only on Saturday night starting at 8pm, the format is 3 songs then pass the mic to the next musician. Great place to try new music or start ur sl music career out. They usually have about 80 people during a night going in and out of the doors. All are welcome. Come check out the redesigning of the sim and the new Club 7-10. Grateful Stryker is the person to contact if you would love to be on the list for Saturday nights. Bring old friends, meet new ones, dance & have fun with great music & musicians. If ur a Greatful Dead fan, then u will love the venue stream they play when no events.
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Mill%20Valley/226/74/25
SO this is just the beginning of many more blogs to come. There are so many musicians and venues that would be awesome to cover.
