Steve Pollick
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Pennsylvania's Progressive Metal Man
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Guitarist/vocalist Steve Pollick, from Pennsylvania, submitted his demo CD-R, entitled Trials Of Egypt, which features twelve tracks in the progressive metal style. Most are vocal tracks, with a few instrumentals ("Funeral For Osiris" and "Anubis"). Pollick has a heavy, aggressive rhythm style, which is very appealing, and can shred at top speed in the guitar solo sections. Since Pollick mentioned that he is sending out his demo to various record companies, some suggestions for improvement are in order. He's got the guitar playing down, so he should consider doing the following on future demos: teaming up with a dynamic, professional vocalist, hiring or hooking up with a metal drummer (this is an absolute requirement for heavy music), and writing and recording shorter tunes, ones that hit quickly, hit hard, and leave the listener wanting more. There is an incredibly high standard for demos these days, so to attract any attention at all, Pollick has got to really upgrade his personnel, as well as his recorded sound, which is a bit muffled and midrangy.
Steve got his first guitar at age eight. He began taking lessons at a local music store with a private instructor. Steve initially loved groups he saw on MTV, such as Whitesnake, Guns 'N' Roses and Motley Crue, but he soon discovered artists such as Yngwie Malmsteen, Vinnie Moore and Greg Howe. After hearing these talented artists and their highly advanced techniques, he began playing various types of music with other musicians from his school. Steve discovered his real passion was progressive music, and decided to begin recording songs that he had written.
Pollick is currently sending out his demo to record companies for exposure, or to see if they can get him in touch with other artists to play with. He is also working on new material, and playing with other musicians on some side projects.
Contact Information
Steve Pollick
255 Hilltop Drive
Lower Burrell, PA 15068
United States
E-mail:
Steve Pollick
Web site:
www.stevepollick.s5.com
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Perry Woods
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A Bit Of Reggae, A Bit Of Blues
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Singer/guitarist/songwriter Perry Woods recently submitted his latest CD-R release May This Be Love. Featuring eight songs described as 'meditative pop', Woods channels heavy influences such as Bob Marley and Stevie Ray Vaughan into his moving, soothing music. Standout tracks include the live "I Love You", a soulful number which is just Woods on vocals and guitar, and the bluesy "Milky Way", with its Hendrixian overdriven lead section. Woods is a marvelous rhythm guitarist, and can add a lead part that will give you chills. His vocal style, influenced by great artists such as Sam Cooke, Bobby Bland and Dave Matthews prove that Woods is no one-trick pony. He is one of the few artists that can take both guitar and vocal ability and combine it into a satisfying package. Hopefully more original work will be produced by this up-and-coming musician.
Perry was born in Born in Creve Coeur, Missouri. With influences like Sam Cooke, Brook Benton, Nat King Cole, and Elvis Presley, Perry's father, Perry Sr., passed on an amazing vocal style to his son. Seeing performances and listening to records by artists such as Marley, Hendrix and Vaughan where truly inspirational to the young musician. Perry states, "The great men and women who influenced me helped me create a style of my own. No one can be them. It is a waste of time to try. But we all can take their visions on to the next generation."
Currently, Woods is doing showcases for different record labels and touring, both in the United States and abroad.
Contact Information
The Woods Experience
C/O Perry Woods
4026 Page Blvd. 1st Floor
St. Louis, MO 63113
United States
E-mail:
Perry Woods
Web site:
www.thewoodsexperience.com
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