Yeah, in Charlottesville, check out

The Gravity Lounge - a lot of indy laid back eclectic stuff. ( http://www.gravity-lounge.com/ )

Starr Hill Music Hall - everything from local favorites liek Sparky's Flaw to Duncan Sheik, Glenn Phillips, Mute Math, X Porn Stars, Shawn Mullins... Matt Wertz is coming up on the schedule, and he is someone you should NOT miss. His website is http://www.mattwertz.com .

Satellite Ballroom - Lots of indie stuff (Mogwai and the Silver Jews played there a few weeks ago, as well as "of Montreal.")

Anyway, just some thoughts. There are some fun venues around town.

Hi. I am proud to be part of Charlottesville's vibrant community of singer/songwriters and acoustic musicians. Please check us out:

Jan Smith: honeybirdmusic.com
Paul Curreri: paulcurreri.com
Devon Sproule: devonsproule.com
Morwenna Lasko and Jay Pun: mojamusic.net
Mary Gordon Hall:
Virginia Ramblers: virginiaramblers.com
Old School Freight Train: osft.com
Hackensaw Boys: hackensawboys.com
King Wilkie: kingwilkie.com
Naked Puritans: nakedpuritans.com
Corey Harris

Also, elsewhere in teh state:
Brady Earnhart
Doug and Telisha Williams

There are really too many to list! Charlottesville is an undiscovered treasure trove of original music.

Thanks,
Jan

Jan here again. I just had to return and mention a few more musicians here around Charlottesville:

Terri Allard: terriallard.com
John D'Earth
Peyton Tochterman and High Society
Ezra Hamilton (the Hamiltons)
Robin Wynn
Jim Waive and the Divorcees

Folk, bluegrass, Americana, jazz, blues -- all these styles and more are well represented in central Virginia.

Jan

thanks for all the great band recommendations, Jan. Awesome. One thing I always do in each town is visit the local indie record store to stock up on the best of the local scene. I've added these names to my shopping list. Thx. T.

Hunter - I like the local places you're mentioned. I usually try to catch an open mic if I can. Any ideas for that? T.

Tim - I just rencently moved from Charlottesville down to Denton, TX (and was fortunate enough to end up w/ Snarky Puppy!). If you're in Charlottesville on a Thursday night, be sure to check out the scene at Miller's on the downtown mall (with the Thompson D'earth band), 10:30pm+. John D'earth has been running late-night jazz sets on Thursdays for many years now, and has a number of CDs out. Drummer Brian Caputo is especially worth checking out.

I'm new to the site and so I don't know exactly what you're looking for, but Floyd County in SW Virginia (directly south of Roanoke) is the unofficial world capital of bluegrass music-- my parents used to go there to flatfoot and, probably, drink moonshine... those older guys may not have CDs that you could add, but after Charlottesville, it's the best place to go for authentic, organic local music in Virginia.

Please come to Vienna, Virginia and visit Jammin' Java - www.jamminjava.com. They have amazing singer/songwriters and groups every night. Some of my favorites are Kate Campbell, Carrie Newcomer, Tom Russell, Robin and Linda Williams, Aengus Finnan, and lots of newer artists that have been featured recently in Paste Magazine. Jammin' Java is my favorite because it is an intimate coffee house type of place, but Wolf Trap is also in Vienna, and The Birchmere and several other music houses are closeby, as well as lots of people who host "house concerts." This is a great place to meet all types of music lovers! Hope to see you soon! Terri

I second the motion to take a stop by Jammin' Java, its very cool joint. If time permits you might also look into Jaxx nightclub for some of the more heavy metal bands and punk bands. Northern VA has an abundance of musical kids who would love to have their music added to pandora. The Black Cat in DC is also and excellent way to get in touch with up and coming artists.

Jammin' Java in Vienna is a good venue, definately: acts like Glen Phillips, Over the Rhine, etc.

Hmm;... open mic? Possibly Gravity Lounge. I'll keep thinking and lookin' around. :)

- Hunter

Coming to Virginia eh? I know of a great jam band that plays around the dc metro area. They have a site on myspace http://www.myspace.com/sapphireproject.

Second the motion, on Floyd being the "unoffcial" Bluegrass capital of the country. I lived in Blacksburg, Christiansburg Area prior to moving back to Mississippi (just south of Memphis) two years ago. Floyd Fest is a great music treat. On Friday nights the General Store in downtown Floyd has music inside and out. Oddfellas Cantina is another local spot in Floyd to check out. Floyd is south of I-81, near the Blue Ridge Parkway, with spectacular scenery. Check out Doug Thompson's Blog, www.blueridgemuse.com/ for other links to the area. Blacksburg has a great NPR station that plays Bluegrass 24/7, but the local music scene is marginal. Roanoke has a few clubs, but most are pricy. Have fun!

Sounds like I'd better get to Jammin' Java. When is FLoyd fest?

Kait - I was Snarky Puppy in Denton. Great stuff! Good luck with your new CD. I took one home.

I've heard a lot about the Black Cat too.

In Christiansburg, my friend said theres some local metal bands that are really good. hint- avoid anything called jungl-ed! x(

Eddie from Ohio - Northern VA band

They are fun, and cover the School House Rock stuff in addition to their own originals.

Very, very nice people.

Offical Site:

http://www.efohio.com/

MareE

Try and check out Cary Street Cafe in Richmond Va.

There is live music every night and on saturdays in the afternoon they have a free jazz jam from 2-5 then on Sundays they have a bluegrass jam in the afternoon, also free.

Sitting here with a group of friends @ the Hyperlink in Richmond, VA listening to Pandora and we are grateful for your love of music. Hyperlink Cafe powered by Turbosound speakers is a prime hotspot for Live Music. Check us out at www.myspace.com/hyperlinkva
Peace
C

You are coming to Virginia and going to miss Bristol and Macy's Springs? Bristol is home to the first country music recording station. The Carter family traveled from Macy's Springs, about 25 miles away to go there are record their songs. In Macy's Springs, the Carter Family Fold still offers weekly Saturday night shows. June Carter Cash and Johnny Cash had a home nearby since this is June's hometown. Country music started right here. No, we don't have much of a contemporary music scene going on around here, but you might check out DOWN HOME in Johnson City TN, just about 40 minutes from here. Most folks think Virginia stops at Roanoke. Be brave and come on farther into the backroads to get a real perspective on the genesis of some great music.

I am in Roanoke, but I don't really know much about the local music here. Richmond is crazy, though. You should try and check out my brother-in-law's band Searching for Timothy, if you get the chance. Here are some links to learn more about them. MySpace [http://www.myspace.com/searchingfortimothy], PureVolume [http://www.purevolume.com/searchingfortimothy], Plan9 Music, Upcoming Appearances [http://www.plan9music.com/?node=local_artist&id=2553]

Okay, in DC metro area, you need to hit the Birchmere. I live in Seattle now, and I really miss the variety that would go through the Birchmere, everything from the Bacon Brothers to Ozomatli to Lyle Lovett. http://www.birchmere.com/index.cfm

I also second (or third?) Eddie From Ohio's nomination, they are excellent. EFO has a great site, only I can't find it and don't have their latest mailer.

Young and upcoming jam band is Laidback. http://www.myspace.com/laidbackmusic

You really should swing by Norfolk, VA. We're home to the Norva. Little did I know that it's been said to have some of the best acustics on the East Coast. I've been in it a few times and I must say, they weren't lying. Another great thing about the Norva is that it's just the right size to have both local and mainstream talent perform there. It really is worth the look.

I third the motion on Floyd. If you happen to be in Virginia in mid-july, I would greatly recommend Floyd Fest:

www.floydfest.com or on myspace:
http://www.myspace.com/floydfest

Also, I'm surprised no one has mentioned Staunton, VA yet. It's full of young local talent. I especially recommend checking out The Sad Lives of the Hollywood Lovers:

thesadlivesofthehollywoodlovers.com
http://www.myspace.com/thesadlives

If you can make it to the VA beach/ norfolk area you definatly need to check out skinnies record store. Its amazing, check out there site: http://www.skinniesrecords.com/

MareE, Is right if you are in Richmond you' ve gotta go to the Cary Street Cafe and check out "The Grove", they are a phenomenal jam band made up of kids mostly from the southside of Richmond......also The DJ Williams project plays every week at Cafe Diem and The Bubble Bar. Two great bands.

I want to second the suggestion regarding The Carter Family Fold. You will be hard-pressed to find a more authentic experience.

Here in Hampton/Newport News/VA Beach, my neighbor actually sings for a band called Snackbar Jones, I haven't gotten a chance to hear them since I'm a family gal and don't frequent bars but my friends tell me they sound pretty good, she also sings for the Handstamps.

One band I CAN vouch for is GRASS, they just got back together, but they are in Birch Run Michigan, here is their myspace URL- http://www.myspace.com/grassbomb

You can actually sample some of their music from there.

Oh, and if you go through Alaska and hit up Anchorage there's a band I heard at Chill Coot Charlies called Spank the Monkey, don't know if they're still around but they do an awesome version of Baby Got Back with the guitar. I tried finding them online again but alas, it's been too long. :) Good luck to you in your travels, if you have any q's let me know, I'll try to help you out! (Anything for the sake of musical appreciation)

Greetings,
VA covers such an eclectic mix of musical sounds. There is so many unheard and non club playing musicians that do it just for the music.
I saw this percussionist in fredericksburg that combined so many genres that is was musicorgasmic. World instruments of various caliber and turntable mixes of all musical styles from unknown origins.
He seemed to just live in what he played. His name was C. greene and what his card said was percussion productions. I truely would like to see this cat again. I haven't had my soul shaken since i was a kid in the holy roly church.
Peace to all and Pandora-the greatest concept ever
Little john

If you are planning to run through Northern VA, check out these guys:

www.myspace.com/trainrobbersyndicate

They've been playing a few places in VA and PA over the past three or four years; very chill,

I've read through a lot of your blog recommendations for your VA trip. Here are mine:

--Floyd, VA and The Crooked Road (www.thecrookedroad.org). CR is the musical heritage trail of VA, the heart and soul of bluegrass and country for the state. Floydfest is held in August (www.floydfest.com) and worth the buzz.

--WFLO studios in Farmville, VA. This small-town radio station is what I picture WROX in Clarksdale as post-renovation. It's the kind of place where swing shows share the broadcast band with local talk shows, gospel, adult contemporary, oldies music, birthday announcements, and "The Tradin' Post" (where you call in to let folks know you've got hay bales or an old lawnmower for sale). It's also home to Henry Fulcher's weekly broadcast (the longest-running bluegrass show in America, from what I know). Think walls of vinyl and an AM transmitter that predates WWII.

--The Richmond music scene is going through its awkward years... we lost a few of our good medium-sized venues in the past decade and ABC crackdowns have made it less attractive for show promoters. Probably the three best small clubs are:

AlleyKatz: tiny club, wide range of regional touring acts.

Nanci Raygun: Quantity of music more than quality. Bands every night, many times 5 or 6 of them. Mostly young local rockers, the club is in the heart of VCU (one of the nation's top art schools). You'll get some gems here.

Poe's Pub: Slightly redneck, older crowd, and an eclectic mix of tunes... but always a good show (and there's somebody playing most nights). The food there mirrors that--unpretentious and delicious. one night, it's rockabilly... the next, it's accordion music. I consider Poe's to be the most underrated and little-known of Richmond's music venues.

--The Gospel Chickenhouse in Montpelier ("The Longest Running Weekly Gospel Sing in the Nation"). It's a real chickenhouse... It's real gospel music. About 20 miles from Richmond. http://www.angelfire.com/music4/gospelchickenhouse/

Blitzkid is Southwest Virginia's hottest stage act, not to mention on par with the guys they're most often compared to, a little band called The Misfits.

Their bassist is participating with ex-Misfits guitarist, Doyle, in a new band called Gorgeous Frankenstein, but remaining in Blitzkid as well. Danzig is producing the GF record in Vegas.

Horror Rock is a newly rejuvinated genre with young phenoms such as Blitzkid (Bluefield, Virginia), Mister Monster (Jersey), Nekromantix (LA), Koffin Kats (Detroit), Zombie Ghost Train (Austrailia), and many more.

Blitzkid go on tour pretty often though, so you could probably catch them all along the East Coast. Their next tour is in Germany, though! Exciting.

check out richmond. the nanci raygun is home to acts like ten33, the gaskets, and down to nothing. check out the hardcore scene, richmond is home to bands like municipal waste and bracewar.

Tom hi,youv'e got a really cool job!
I used to work at a home for the elderly.There was this canadian lady who was actually homeless, untill the authoreties traced here family and forced them to hospitalize here in "our" home (i've recently left my job). She was one hell of a wierrdow, (which is a compliment). Her favorite song was this oldy i rarely have the chance to hear: "West Virginia" i think of ellizabeth often, since her daughter decided to send her to Canada (hopefully)... TOM: COULD YOU POSSIBELY LOCATE ANY AVAILABLE VERSION OF THIS SONG?

Hi! Well if you really want to hear some good music then come on in to Woodbrdge. It's hear that you'll hear music that will blow you away. Local high school bands strive to be the best in the area, and it's thisthat makes them each great. Come and check the area out, listen to the music and enjoy!

Party hard and rock on.

My sister's favorite band of all time--and one I like quite a bit too--is Carbon Leaf, based out of Richmond.

As for me, let me add to the Eddie from Ohio recommendations. Their albums are great, but the live show is extra-fantastic. (Get your hands on the "Three Rooms" CD set for a good introduction, including a little of the live flavor.)

While you're in Charlottesville, try to check out

Sparky's Flaw - http://www.myspace.com/sparkysflaw

and

Dreaming Isabelle - http://www.myspace.com/dreamingisabelle

Taking a trip along the Blue Ridge Parkway? Time it for the Saturday lawn concert at Tuggles Gap near Floyd VA (mile post 165) It is a sweet time with regional musicians performing 12-3 and a jam session or open mic from 1-2.

Bring your dancing feet or just relaw in the gentle arms of these Blue Ridge Mountains...

I don't know if Virginia Beach and Norfolk, Va have been talked about. well actually the surroundiing area, called the Hampton Roads Area have tons of different places in which you may want to stop by such as The Jewish Mother on the Virginia Beach Boardwalk.

You really need to have more of a Happy the Man selection. Their Arista albums, "Happy the Man" & "Crafty Hands" are excellent! Their newest release "The Muse Awakens" is also very good. Happy performs occasionally in VA. & MD. from time to time & you can catch Stanley Whitacker performing solo quite often.

You might consider stopping in Nofolk, VA. They have a growing music scene:

The NorVa (a music venue named for NORfolk, VA)hosts everything from local bands to indigo girls to Ashlee Simpson.

Mae, a new up-and-coming band began in Norfok and is touring there in July.

Also, a large number of Hip Hop bands have found origins in Norfolk - and some are still forming like the Fuzz Band.

There are plenty of recording studios in Norfolk and nearby in Virginia Beach. If you want more information about the area, you can feel free to email me. Or, check out the local publication, Portfolio Weekly.

Good suggestions for places have already been mentioned for the Hampton Roads area, but I'd also like to recommend an excellent band. If you get the chance while you're in the area, you should do yourself a huge favor and check out Agents of Good Roots. They're not in the Pandora catalogue yet, but they should be! They'll be playing September 9th at Bay Days in Hampton.

If you can't check them out live, check out their CD's. You might find them in the local area, if not, they can be found pretty easily on amazon.com.

-Where'd You Get That Vibe
-Straight Around
-Needle and Thread

The band Corleone is not to be missed.
Check out their cd and website...
www.corleonemusic.com
From Lynchburg, but they play all over, have gigs in the fall in Boone, NC and Nashville.
Just when you think you have them pegged, they surprise you with a quick turn to another style. I think John Stuart Peters is an amazing musician and sounds a bit like Stevie Winwood of Traffic fame. Original. Electro meets club rock . Influences all over the board, you will have a field day analyzing them in the Music Genome Project. Check out song #4 and #5. Carlos Santana anyone ? Duane Allman reincarnated with an electronic sound ? Have fun with this band.

Hey Tim. I'm at UVa, and wanted to let you know that Pandora has helped me through many a sleepless night writing papers/studying for O. chem. If you're in Charlottesville, I agree you really should stop by the Gravity Lounge. If she's not touring, definitely check out Lauren Hoffman (www.myspace.com/laurenhoffman). And if you're passing through Norfolk/Va Beach, do check out the Norva and the Jewish Mother. Thanks for doing what you do. Have a good trip.

i've seen a few people suggest you visit Norfolk, VA and i defintiely second that. there is an AWESOME record store here called Relative Theory Records - http://relativetheoryrecords.com/blog/
they have concerts there several times a week and every band that plays there says its the coolest record store they've ever been to (i agree). there are lots of excellent local bands in this area and these guys could definitely hook you up with some new music.

Thanks everyone. Definitly want to hit the indie stores - the lifeblood of the indie artist.

Also, Sean actually looking at coming to UVA if it works out. We're trying to make it to local colleges/universities as much as we can.

Outdoor concert in the Blue Ridge Mountains sounds amazing. How far into the Fall will they go Rosalie?

Sounds like Norfolk is a spot we need to hit.

Keep it comin'...!

Tim (Founder)

I'm from Norfolk originally and I'm all about it.
The Norva is a great spot for music and is very well known on the east coast now.
You would also was to check out a local bank called Jackmove (yes they have a myspace if you are interested). I consider them ska mixed in with fun. The guys are very cool and will show you a good time.
Relative Theory Records is a great place for music (and for cds that you can't find anywhere else). The plus thing about that is, it is on the street right behind the Norva!
Also, down the street from both of those things is Hell's Kitchen, which is a resturant and bar which has "The Punk Show". "The Punk Show" is broadcasted live from a local radio station here in town and they only play real punk. You would be surpised to hear some of the things that they play.
And if you are going to be in Richmond, I DEF recommend going to Alley Katz in the winter (they have better shows in the winter time) and stroll down Cary street. You will not be sorry!

Also, I forgot to mention so great food ideas!
If you are in Williamsburg (you would hit that before Norfolk), go to Pierce's Pitt. Some of the BEST BBQ you would ever sink your teeth in. Also in Williamsburg, try Paul's Deli. It is right by William and Mary College and has stuff from the college on the walls. Such a good sub!
In Norfolk, go to Hell's Kitchen (and the bartenders are really cool to hang out with), Doumars (an old school drive-in with really cheap food), and Elliot's Fairground Coffeehouse (the BEST coffeeshop in all of Virginia with the most wonderful people, even with Starbucks across the street. I used to be a regular for many years until moving to Williamsburg).
Try those places and you will not be sorry. Hampton Roads has so much to offer, those everything isn't in Virginia Beach!
Tasha

Hi, Autumn is a great time to visit VA. I'm in Richmond, no one mentioned our great independent radio station WRIR 97.3, they have great volunteer djs with a show on Saturdays at 4pm that just showcases local music that a friend of mine does. Really great station, they play EVERYTHING!(you can listen online) Also, Carytown is cool; shops, cafes, and you can check out Plan 9 Records. They are an excellent record store, (they have a website)extensive selection, even LPs, and they often have live music in the store. Poe's Pub IS a good place to eat and hear music, saw some interesting bluegrass there awhile back, and the fish&chips is great. Alley Cats, Nancy Raygun and Cary Street Cafe are all good places to see live shows. There is also The Taproom, they have live music and their beer selection is wonderful(Belgian ales)and Bogart's backroom. In October the National Folk Music Festival will be in Richmond. Lots of different types of music are showcased and it's free. We also have First Fridays which is an art gallery open house on the first Friday evening of the month, it's also free and some of them have live local bands and other entertainment too.(I saw fire spinners the last time I went) There aren't too many great places to eat that also have live music, Cafe Gutenburg in Shockoe Bottom has both. For just great food, check out Edo's Squid(Italian), KubaKuba (Cuban)and/or 4thStreet Diner, it's open all night,the food is good, inexpensive and the crowd is eclectic. I lived in NOVA for years before coming down here so check out IOTA in Arlington(I hope they are still there)good food and bands almost every night, also Galaxy Hut, very small venue but live music and good beers. In DC there is the great 9:30Club and The Black Cat mostly national acts but cool venues. Also whenever I am in Virginia Beach I always go to The Jewish Mother, great food and live music and open mics too. Also there is Camp Zama Records in Norfolk, interesting selection (also online). As you can see music and food and travel are my favorite hobbies...have fun!

Travel safely,
Della

Delia - just had to say thanks for taking the time to write such a detailed post. Love it. I can't wait to hit bluegrass country... I'm gonna weigh 500 lbs by the end of this...

Keep it comin'.. everyone.

Tim (Founder)

Shout out from another rabid Charlottesville fan! Unfortunately, since I go to school at College of Wooster (Wooster, Ohio), I won't be able to make it. Anyway, yeah, I can definitely recommend the Gravity Lounge.

You'll have to check out some of the local cuisine. We're an International Rescue Committee resettlement city, and the immigrants bring an amazing amount of culinary diversity to the scene. There's a bangin' Ethiopian place somewhere in the downtown area, and you have to check out some of the South American joints.

OH NO! You mustn't forget the following wonderful people on your Charlottesville local music list!!

Andy Waldeck (of Egypt, Earth to Andy, and Andy and the CVillians):
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=31826843&MyToken=f10cff10-a105-480e-aec0-9834226e1612

Mike Meadows (from Small Town Workers): http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=28313965

Clare Quilty (even if they aren't together anymore):
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=6014614

The 40 Boys (including Tony from Bella Morte):
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=14383374

Someone already mentioned the beautiful voice of Ezra Hamilton, but he's so good that I will mention him again:
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=92383404

Honorary to Charlottesville (because he opened for Andy Waldeck a few times, and is a very talented musician) Alex Radus/Duende:
http://www.alexradus.com/

And I am quite pleased to find Bella Morte on the Pandora radar already. :)

Oh yeah.. I forgot. If you want to see some crazy music and have a really good chai milkshake (or balls of camels breath or moroccan mint tea), eat some good food and smoke flavored tobacco out of a hookah, you must go to the Twisted Branch Tea Bazaar on a weekend night. It is located on the downtown mall... just ask for the tea house.

Virginia has two outstanding women singer/songwriters - Susan Greenbaum and Julie Clark. Susan performs regularly in the Richmond area and Julie in Hampton Roads, and sometimes, if you're really lucky, you can see them together in a show or at a local venue. They are both award-winning songwriters and great performers. See them on the Web at www.susangreenbaum.com and www.julieclark.net.

I am intrigued by your attribute database. I've been toying with different ways to organize my music library and have done some pretty cool things with smart playlists... but you guys really take it to 11. I can't wait to apply what I've inferred from your program to my own personal library. But I digress.

I'd love if there was a forum I could go to to share my music organization ideas with other enthusiasts. Open source certainly has its value, particularly in a market that is driven by p2p networking. Why not harness your subscriber's ideas to fuel future innovation as well as stoke individual musical curiousity (that's what it's all about right?).

Beyond just having a forum, I'd also like to see more detailed info on the different attributes you use- not necessarily how you match up music (that's well into IP territory), but rather, what are the attributes--? If you click on the song, you are directed to a page listing the attributes. But this leaves my type-A personality to append as many attributes as I can find into excel and manage them that way. I'd love a shortcut.

Re_local_music:

Tim Parks
http://myspace.com/parkstim

Chief Joseph
http://myspace.com/chiefjosephband

I agree with the notion to come to the Norfolk/ Va Beach area. In addition to the Norva, Norfolk has Relative Theory Records. This is not only a small indie record store but also a concert venue. At night the racks are rolled away for a concert floor, very often for local acts. www.relativetheoryrecords.com amazing and thanks for existing Pandora.

I am new to Charlottesville, but love it already. What a great place to start your fall tour, there is so much artistic energy here. Hope to see you in town real soon.

I wrote earlier about two Virginia women singer-songwriters, Susan Greenbaum and Julie Clark. Today I heard another ... Paddy Dougherty. She is based in Lynchburg but performs at venues throughout Virginia and DC area. Amazing voice and excellent musician.

If you make it down to Williamsburg, check out the groups at the College of William and Mary; they range from awesome acapella groups like Revelle and The Stairwells to rock groups like Ultraviolet Ballet. Definitely come and see!

Did you decide to go to Blacksburg instead of C-ville? :)

hunter,
tim will be in charlottesville at the gravity lounge on monday the 18th @7pm!

I live in the Newport News/Virginia Beach area and one of the best bands who play in our area is called Rainmarket. I would describe them as part Matchbox Twenty part 3 Doors Down and part unique style. Check them out at :http://www.rain-market.com/

They have an amazing music style, but they are even more talented live with an engaging stage presence.

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I am surprised that Fighting Gravity isn't within "database' yet. They have several albums (originally starting out as Boy O Boy). the URL I posted is to their website. Particularly get some of their older albums if you want to represent a classic Ska sound.

Cheers!
Paul

You have to check out FIRST RAYS from Arlington, Va. They are one of the hottest up and coming Jam Bands from the Northern VA area and their lead guitarist souns like Hendrix... it's unreal. Please look into them www.firstrays.net

Also be sure to see the Sons of Bill - the best thing to come out of C'ville since Thomas Jefferson.
http://www.sonsofbill.com/