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Mon, 14 Jul 2008 
MastanMusic Newswire 054
Help Jeremy Wilson Get Heart Surgery
If you would like to help Jeremy raise money for an important heart operation he needs you can make a donation securely through PayPal with your debit or credit card. Your help is much needed and very appreciated.



The live sequence Part 2 of The MastanMusic Hour is now produced from the cool night club Kelly's Olympian. Read all about it! The MastanMusic Hour - Club Showcase (Press Release/Band Line-ups)

Our first show featuring The Dry County Crooks, Hillfolk Noir and The Dirty Birds went smashingly Friday July 11th. Starting with Episode 55 Part 2 out Monday July 28th you will hear The Dry County Crooks in true form performing from the club stage with PA, crowd and lights all going. Their high octane set was the bomb. Hillfolk Noir's beautiful folk/blues set will be featured as Episode 56 Part 2 out August 11th and The Dirty Birds crazed rockabilly thump will come out as Episode 57 Part 2 on August 25th.

You can join us for the 2nd MastanMusic Hour - Club Showcase Friday August 8th - o8/o8/o8 - and help Jeremy Wilson celebrate his (he can hardly say it) 40th B-day. Jeremy Wilson will debut his new band and will also share the stage with, The Dry County Crooks, Silverhawk, Tony Smiley, Mission 5, Leigh Marble and other surprise guests. The show will help raise money for a surgery Jeremy needs and will be a blast to boot. We hope to see you there! (Photo of Jeremy by Inger)

UPCOMING FEATURED GUEST
Don't miss The Dry County Crooks live performance from The MastanMusic Hour - Club Showcase in Episode 55 pt2 of the MastanMusic Hour. These guys are not to be missed live. The show is out July 28th, or as usual every other Monday.

Lets Rock Rock'nRoll Camp for Girls and Boys ages 10-18 @ The Metropolitan Learning Center in Portland.
This summer marks the fourth year of "Let's Rock," the Metropolitan Learning Center SUN Community School’s popular rock ‘n’ roll camp for girls and boys ages 10-18. The program, which runs June through August, offers an intensive, but fun opportunity for youth and teens to develop both their musical and social skills through rock music. MastanMusic Hour Co-Host Sam Densmore is the director of the program and will also be on hand as an instructor along with Simon Milliman (Subterranean Howl), Jeff Baxter, Don Beadling, Rob Allison and John Densmore (Silverhawk).

Activities include group lessons on drums, guitar, bass, keyboards, and vocals. Students get the opportunity to jam with professional and aspiring musicians and learn more about the music scene and live performing. The program also includes songwriting and recording workshops, band rehearsals, and performances in front of large audiences.

Enrollment is now open for the the music camps, including "Let's Rock Level Two" for older and more advanced students, July 7-24; and "Let’s Rock," designed for beginners to advanced students, July 28-August 14. All of the camps run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Mondays through Thursdays.

For questions on “Let’s Rock" enrollment or other information, contact the MLC SUN Community School site director, Sylvia Linington at 503.916.2912. Visit Lets Rock on Myspace.com to see pics, videos, and hear music recorded by Lets Rock Campers.

The Dry County Crooks
The Dry County Crooks new CD officially available on line and in the stores NOW. Available on line at The MastanMusic Store and CDBaby.com. Be sure to check out The Dry County Crooks Tour Schedule to find out when they'll be in your town. Pick up a copy of their new CD When Hearts Break - BUY NOW directly from MastanMusic.



Silverhawk in Portland at the International Pop Overthrow Festival Wednesday, August 20 at The East End at 203 SE Grand Ave. Portland, Oregon. 7pm. This is opening night of the IPO Fest in Portland. Silverhawk is on at 10pm, followed by Sugarcane Mutiny and Blue Skies For Black Hearts. Go catch this concert and don't forget to pick up a copy of Silverhawk's new CD Hangover Bicycle Ride - BUY NOW See Silverhawk's Tour Schedule

Tony Smiley wants to sing for you. Check out the Tony Smiley MySpace Page for complete tour dates this spring. Need a copy of Tony's brand new CD "Driving Myself Sane" now available in stores. Or pick up a copy right now directly from us BUY NOW - Tony Smiley "Driving MySelf Sane"


Mon, 30 Jun 2008 
MastanMusic Newswire 053
The MastanMusic Hour is going to be produced from Kelly's Olympian starting July 11th. Read all about it! The MastanMusic Hour - Club Showcase (Press Release)

UPCOMING FEATURED GUEST
Don't miss Latin Pop-Folk singer Renee Muzquiz of Chica Y Los Gatos in a solo acoustic performance on Episode 54 pt2 of the MastanMusic Hour. She's new to the Portland music scene, having just recently moved from Denton Texas. We are glad to introduce her music to our listeners and hope to make her feel at home.

Lets Rock Rock'nRoll Camp for Girls and Boys ages 10-18 @ The Metropolitan Learning Center in Portland.
This summer marks the fourth year of "Let's Rock," the Metropolitan Learning Center SUN Community School’s popular rock ‘n’ roll camp for girls and boys ages 10-18. The program, which runs June through August, offers an intensive, but fun opportunity for youth and teens to develop both their musical and social skills through rock music. MastanMusic Hour Co-Host Sam Densmore is the director of the program and will also be on hand as an instructor along with Simon Milliman (Subterranean Howl), Jeff Baxter, Don Beadling, Rob Allison and John Densmore (Silverhawk).

Activities include group lessons on drums, guitar, bass, keyboards, and vocals. Students get the opportunity to jam with professional and aspiring musicians and learn more about the music scene and live performing. The program also includes songwriting and recording workshops, band rehearsals, and performances in front of large audiences.

Enrollment is now open for the the music camps, including "Let's Rock Level Two" for older and more advanced students, July 7-24; and "Let’s Rock," designed for beginners to advanced students, July 28-August 14. All of the camps run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Mondays through Thursdays.

For questions on “Let’s Rock" enrollment or other information, contact the MLC SUN Community School site director, Sylvia Linington at 503.916.2912. Visit Lets Rock on Myspace.com to see pics, videos, and hear music recorded by Lets Rock Campers.

Help Jeremy Wilson Get Heart Surgery
If you would like to help Jeremy raise money for an important heart operation he needs you can make a donation securely through PayPal with your debit or credit card. Your help is much needed and very appreciated.

The MastanMusic Hour - Club Showcase - Begins July 11th!
Beginning Friday July 11th The MastanMusic Hour will start hosting a monthly band showcase at Kelly's Olympian in downtown Portland at 426 SW Washington where we will record and film our podcast live at the club. You can come on down to the shows and check out the bands we think are great. Then, later in the month you can go to our website, or iTunes and check out the recordings and video from what we hope become memorable nights of music and good times.

We hope you will join us for our 1st MastanMusic Hour Band Showcase Friday July 11th at the newly vamped Kelly's Olympian which is all geared up and ready to rock with it's new music room and sound system. The first line-up is stellar with The Dry County Crooks, Hillfolk Noir (Boise, ID) and The Dirty Birds (Olympia, WA).

The Dry County Crooks
The Dry County Crooks new CD officially available on line and in the stores NOW. Available on line at MastanMusic Store and CDBaby. They've recently been added to rotation at Seattle's KEXP. If you're in Seattle listen up for the DCC on the radio! Be sure to check out The Dry County Crooks Tour Schedule to find out when they'll be in your town. Pick up a copy of their new CD When Hearts Break - BUY NOW directly from MastanMusic.

Silverhawk in Portland at the International Pop Overthrow Festival Wednesday, August 20 at The East End at 203 SE Grand Ave. Portland, Oregon. 7pm. This is opening night of the IPO Fest in Portland. Silverhawk is on at 10pm, followed by Sugarcane Mutiny and Blue Skies For Black Hearts. Go catch this concert and don't forget to pick up a copy of Silverhawk's new CD Hangover Bicycle Ride - BUY NOW See Silverhawk's Tour Schedule

Tony Smiley wants to sing for you. Check out the Tony Smiley MySpace Page for complete tour dates this spring. Need a copy of Tony's brand new CD "Driving Myself Sane" now available in stores. Or pick up a copy right now directly from us BUY NOW - Tony Smiley "Driving MySelf Sane"


Mon, 16 Jun 2008 
MastanMusic Newswire 052
The MastanMusic Hour is going to be produced from Kelly's Olympian starting July 11th. Read all about it! The MastanMusic Hour - Club Showcase (Press Release)

Help Jeremy Wilson Get Heart Surgery
If you would like to help Jeremy raise money for an important heart operation he needs you can make a donation securely through PayPal with your debit or credit card. Your help is much needed and very appreciated.

The MastanMusic Hour - Club Showcase - Begins July 11th!
Beginning Friday July 11th The MastanMusic Hour will start hosting a monthly band showcase at Kelly's Olympian in downtown Portland at 426 SW Washington where we will record and film our podcast live at the club. You can come on down to the shows and check out the bands we think are great. Then, later in the month you can go to our website, or iTunes and check out the recordings and video from what we hope become memorable nights of music and good times.

We hope you will join us for our 1st MastanMusic Hour Band Showcase Friday July 11th at the newly vamped Kelly's Olympian which is all geared up and ready to rock with it's new music room and sound system. The first line-up is stellar with The Dry County Crooks, Hillfolk Noir (Boise, ID) and The Dirty Birds (Olympia, WA). Here's how things are shaping up.

1st line-up: Friday July 11th 2008
Showcase Kick-off - Roots Punk Americana
11:30 pm to 01:00 am - The Dry County Crooks
10:20 pm to 11:05 pm - Hillfolk Noir (Boise - members of Built to Spill)
09:15 pm to 10:00 pm - The Dirty Birds (Olympia WA)

2nd line-up: Friday August 8 2008
Jeremy Wilson's 8-8-08 40th B-Day All Star Jam and Heart Surgery Fundraiser!
Jeremy Wilson and Friends: Silverhawk; Tony Smiley; Dry County Crooks; Mission 5; Leigh Marble; and more! Be part of the all night music jam, hoedown, and B-day blowout. This will be off the hook!

3rd line-up: Friday September 12th 2008
Back To School Show
11:30 pm to 01:00 am -
10:20 pm to 11:05 pm - Highway
09:15 pm to 10:00 pm - Zouaves

4th line-up: Friday October 10th 2008
Rocktober Show
11:30 pm to 01:00 am - The Lonely H
10:20 pm to 11:05 pm - Sledge Feather
09:15 pm to 10:00 pm - New York Rifles

5th line-up: Friday November 7th 2008
Trip Into Fall - Super Pop Show
11:30 pm to 01:00 am - The Dimes
10:20 pm to 11:05 pm - Oh Darling
09:15 pm to 10:00 pm - Dan Jones and the Squids (Eugene)

6th line-up: Friday December 12th 2008
MastanMusic Christmas Party - ALL STAR JAM

Two MastanMusic Acts in Seattle!
MastanMusic Label bands Silverhawk and Tony Smiley in Seattle with Western Star Thursday June 19th at The High Dive. Go catch this concert and don't forget to pick up a copy of Silverhawks new CD Hangover Bicycle Ride - BUY NOW Pick up a copy right now directly from us of BUY NOW - Tony Smiley "Driving MySelf Sane"


The Dry County Crooks
Be sure to check out The Dry County Crooks Tour Schedule to find out when they'll be in your town. Pick up a copy of their new CD When Hearts Break - BUY NOW directly from MastanMusic.


Mon, 02 Jun 2008 
MastanMusic Newswire 051
CDBaby Store Now Open
You can now buy all of the MastanMusic releases through CDBaby.com. Of course we encourage you to buy them direct from us, because then we don't have to give them a $4.00 cut. But if your favorite trusted way to buy CDs on line is through CDBaby - Please By All Means Buy Our Stuff There! You can visit our CDBaby Store by clicking here.or simply choose the titles you want below and then click buy now. How cool!

album price #
Choose how many, and click
Orders sent by CD Baby. You can also call 1-800-BUY-MY-CD to order by phone.
THE DRY COUNTY CROOKS: When Hearts Break $12.97
JEREMY WILSON: Independence Vol.1:demos and out-takes $12.97
LEW JONES: Sublimation $12.00
SILVERHAWK: Hangover Bicycle Ride $12.97
TONY SMILEY: Driving Myself Sane $12.97

Get You Band CDs Made and Help A Cause Get Your Band CDs Made and Help Jeremy get Heart Surgery

Portland's Cravedog CD/DVD replication and merchandise is working with MastanMusic to alleviate expenses related to Jeremy WIlsons upcoming heart surgery. Order your CDs from Cravedog and they'll donate a sizable portion of their profits to Jeremy's cause. Be sure to let them know you want the Jeremy Wilson special when placing your order! Click Here For Details

Help Jeremy Wilson Get Heart Surgery
If you would like to help Jeremy raise money for an important heart operation he needs you can make a donation securely through PayPal with your debit or credit card. Your help is much needed and very appreciated.

The Posies Visit MastanMusic Studio
Jon Auer and Ken Springfellow from the internationally acclaimed band The Posies were in town May 16th celebrating the fact that they have been a band for 20 years now. They joined us at our studio to play for Episode 51 of The MastanMusic Hour. Their tour which has taken them all through Europe continued with four NW dates in Seattle, Portland, Tacoma and their home town of Bremerton WA. We caught up with them the night of their Portland show when they took a break to come over to the studio and perform acoustically. (photos by Juliana Tobon)

Silverhawk in Seattle with Western Star Thursday June 19th at The High Dive. Click Here to find out when and where they will be performing. Go catch this concert and don't forget to pick up a copy of their new CD Hangover Bicycle Ride - BUY NOW









The Dry County Crooks Be sure to check out The Dry County Crooks Tour Schedule to find out when they'll be in your town. Pick up a copy of their new CD When Hearts Break - BUY NOW directly from MastanMusic.











Tony Smiley is back in the studio recording a new CD. Check out the Tony Smiley MySpace Page for complete tour dates this spring. Need a copy of Tony's brand new CD "Driving Myself Sane" now available in stores. Or pick up a copy right now directly from us BUY NOW - Tony Smiley "Driving MySelf Sane"


Mon, 19 May 2008 
MastanMusic Newswire 050
It has been a media storm for MastanMusic lately
Check out some of the great press we've been getting for our artists:
The Dry County Crooks - Willamette Week - May 14, 2008
Jeremy Wilson - Willamette Week- April, 2008
The Dry County Crooks - Oregonian - May 16, 2008
The Dry County Crooks - Portland Tribune - May 17, 2008
SIlverhawk - Portland Tribune - May 8, 2008
SIlverhawk - Oregonian - May 9, 2008
Jeremy Wilson - Willamette Week - May 6, 2008

Get You Band CDs Made and Help A Cause Get Your Band CDs Made and Help Jeremy get Heart Surgery

Portland's Cravedog CD/DVD replication and merchandise is working with MastanMusic to alleviate expenses related to Jeremy WIlsons upcoming heart surgery. Order your CDs from Cravedog and they'll donate a sizable portion of their profits to Jeremy's cause. Be sure to let them know you want the Jeremy Wilson special when placing your order! Click Here For Details

Help Jeremy Wilson Get Heart Surgery
If you would like to help Jeremy raise money for an important heart operation he needs you can make a donation securely through PayPal with your debit or credit card. Your help is much needed and very appreciated.

The Posies Visit MastanMusic Studio
Jon Auer and Ken Stringfellow from the internationally acclaimed band The Posies were in town May 16th celebrating the fact that they have been a band for 20 years now. They joined us at our studio to play for Episode 51 of The MastanMusic Hour. Their tour which has taken them all through Europe continued with four NW dates in Seattle, Portland, Tacoma and their home town of Bremerton WA. We caught up with them the night of their Portland show when they took a break to come over to the studio and perform acoustically. We'll be releasing the concert, interview and video single June 2nd. We were absolutely honored to host these talented fellows and Jeremy Wilson and Sam Densmore along with everyone in the crew were floored by their majestic songs and pitch perfect vocals. Don't miss Ep 51 Part 2 of the MastanMusic Hour coming out June 2nd. It's like WOW!!

DEEP ROOTS MUSIC PROJECT - Year 2 for MastanMusic!
The deep Roots Music Project now in its eleventh year has just released three new CDs, with 4 songs produced and engineered by Jeremy Wilson at MastanMusic studio for the Roosevelt High School CD - The Saint Johns Poetry Sessions Vol 2. Be sure to listen to The MastanMusic Hour Episode 50 Part 1 to hear the tracks and to learn about this fabulous music project that takes young writers from high school and matches them with area artists to produce full blown studio version songs from the students' lyrics. The photo is from when the Roosevelt High School Deep Roots Music Project class visited our studio during the production of the album. (Pictured l to r - Edgar Obispo-Sanchez, Angeles Becerril-Ferrusca and Aaron Munoz)

Silverhawk at Milepost 5! Saturday May 24th at Milepost 5 at 900 NE 81st Portland, OR. 7pm. The line-up also includes Per Se. Click Here to find out when and where they will be performing. Go catch this concert and don't forget to pick up a copy of their new CD Hangover Bicycle Ride - BUY NOW

The Dry County Crooks Record Release Party Saturday May 17th at Dantes in in Portland, Or was a complete smashing succes. The boys put on the show of their life to a packed house of screaming and dancing fans. Highlights included: Vinnie's young daughter Hazel singing "Your Love Dear Lord" accompanied by Jeremy Wilson on guitar and Sam Densmore on keys; Jesse Kieras from band Sid & Fancy playing fiddle on the song "Marylin"; Jennifer Lynn adding her sweet voice to "Nothing To Lose" and "Runaway Train"; kick ass sets by Drunken Prayer w/ Sam Henry on drums and the mighty Mike D. and Thee Loyal Bastards! Be sure to check out The Dry County Crooks Tour Schedule to find out when they'll be in your town. Pick up a copy of their new CD When Hearts Break - BUY NOW directly from MastanMusic.

Tony Smiley is back in the studio recording a new 5 song EP. Check out the Tony Smiley MySpace Page for complete tour dates this spring. Need a copy of Tony's brand new CD "Driving Myself Sane" now available in stores. Or pick up a copy right now directly from us BUY NOW - Tony Smiley "Driving MySelf Sane"


Mon, 21 Apr 2008 
MastanMusic Newswire 048
Get You Band CDs Made and Help A Cause Get Your Band CDs Made and Help Jeremy get Heart Surgery

Portland's Cravedog CD/DVD replication and merchandise is working with MastanMusic to alleviate expenses related to Jeremy WIlsons upcoming heart surgery. Order your CDs from Cravedog and they'll donate a sizable portion of their profits to Jeremy's cause. Be sure to let them know you want the Jeremy Wilson special when placing your order! Click Here For Details

Help Jeremy Wilson Get Heart Surgery
If you would like to help Jeremy raise money for an important heart operation he needs you can make a donation securely through PayPal with your debit or credit card. Your help is much needed and very appreciated.

FRIDAY, MAY 9 at The Someday Lounge
IRPC's 10th Birthday Rock n' Roll Bash: Superstar Open Mic Night —8pm, $10.00 at the door

Independent Publishing Resource Center (IPRC) Tenth Birthday Rock and Roll Bash: Superstar Open Mic Night

Headlined by Brandon Summers from The Helio Sequence, this super special event will feature short solo sets by some of Portland's most illustrious rockers, including Leigh Marble, Sam Coomes (Quasi), Jeremy Wilson (ex Pilot and Dharma Bums) and many more. To keep it real for the kids, members of The Thermals will play an all ages show next door at Backspace. All proceeds benefit the IPRC as we gear up for our second decade of community building, self-publishing, art-making and all around good times.10 dollars gets you into events at Someday and Backspace!

Silverhawk CD RELEASE PARTY! Friday May 9th at The White Eagle at 836 N. Russell St. Portland, OR. The line-up includes Dan Jones and the Squids, and the Crosswalks. Click Here to find out when and where they will be performing. Go catch this concert and don't forget to pick up a copy of their new CD Hangover Bicycle Ride - BUY NOW

PORTLAND, OREGON-BASED SILVERHAWK CELEBRATE RELEASE OF SOPHOMORE FULL-LENGTH, "HANGOVER BICYCLE RIDE" (MASTAN MUSIC), MAY 9th AT WHITE EAGLE

MySpace link: http://www.myspace.com/silverhawkband

Portland, Oregon-based psychedelic-Americana/rock ‘n’ roll outfit Silverhawk (fronted by brothers Sam and John Densmore) celebrate the release of their sophomore full-length, "Hangover Bicycle Ride" May 9th at White Eagle.

Also on the bill is Dan Jones and The Squids. Show starts at 9pm sharp. Cover is $5.00.

Three years in the making, "Hangover Bicycle Ride" represents a new phase in the brothers’ collaboration, which is especially apparent in their blending of studio trickery, wry humor, and the warmth of early rockabilly and classic rock influences (i.e Lee Hazlewood and T. Rex).

Produced by co-front man Sam Densmore, who has worked with other Northwest favorites includes Dry County Crooks and High Violets, "Hangover Bicycle" follows up on Silverhawk’s debut, "Westward" (Blue Eyed Crow), which All Music Guide proclaimed, "winners like ‘Fools, Love, Gold’ and ‘Fancy Bird.’ If those tracks recall Cracker at its peak, the disc achieves lift off with the Jonathan Richman-like charmer ‘Rocket to Space.’"

Recorded, mixed, and mastered at Jeremy Wilson’s (Dharma Bums, Pilot) MastanMusic Studio, Wilson later signed the band to a label deal, marking Silverhawk as the first release on the MastanMusic Label.

"Hangover Bicycle Ride" is just that, a soundtrack to a Sunday morning stroll through the city, sweating out the alcohol and excess from the previous night’s debauchery, while twang-flavored, pop-driven, psychedelic sounds consume your head and make you see (and feel) the warmth of the sun.

Beginning in 1992 as a folk duo from Coos Bay, Oregon, The Densmore Bros. released 3 full-length cassettes, 4 full-length CDs, 1 EP, and multiple singles. For most of the 90s they were based in Olympia, Washington and became known for the tribal no-wave jams under band names Slow Children and Frequency db. Over 1,000 shows on the West Coast with bands such as Frank Black, Screaming Trees, The Posies, and Richmond Fontaine inform their charismatic stage presence.

The live show at the White Eagle will consist of the Densmore Brothers trading off on guitar, bass, and lead vocal duties, with Anthony Cotham on keyboards/backing vocals and Rob Allison (Two Ton Boa, Freq. db) on drums and backing vocals.

The Dry County Crooks Record release party scheduled for Saturday May 17th at Dantes at 1 SW 3rd Avenue & Burnside in Portland, Or. The new CD "When Hearts Break" will be available at the show for the first time. But you can be the first to buy the CD NOW available exclusively through the MastanMusic website before May 17th. The CD won;t be available in stores until June! Order your CD NOW. Be sure to check out The Dry County Crooks Tour Schedule to find out when they'll be in your town. Look for an upcoming feature in Portland's Willamette Week magazine the week of May 17th. CD AVAILABLE ONLY AT MASTANMUSIC UNTIL JUNE! BUY NOW -The Dry County Crooks - When Hearts Break

PORTLAND, OREGON'S OUTLAW COUNTRY/ROCK OUTFIT, THE DRY COUNTY CROOKS ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM, "WHEN HEARTS BREAK" (MASTAN MUSIC) AND CD RELEASE SHOW, MAY 17TH AT DANTE'S WITH MICHAEL DEAN DAMRON & THEE LOYAL BASTARDS, DRUNKEN PRAYER

MySpace page: http://www.myspace.com/drycountycrooks

Portland, Oregon's outlaw/country-rock outfit The Dry County Crooks - Vinny D. (vocals, guitar, sax), Paul Becker (guitar), Johnny B. (bass, vocals), and Cheo Larcombe (drums) - will celebrate the release of their third full-length, and first for Jeremy Wilson's Mastan Music Label, "When Hearts Break", on May 17th at Dante's.

Also on the bill are Michael Dean Damron & Thee Loyal Bastards and Drunken Prayer. Cover is $7.00 advance via TicketsWest and $8.00 at the door. Show starts at 9:30pm.

Pulling from the songbook of the working class, "When Hearts Break" delivers heartfelt messages of faith, love, struggle, and strife, led by front man Vinny D.'s tender, yet gruff voice, the sound of blue collar emotions and stark reality are vivid here.

Influenced by Johnny Cash, Social Distortion, The Supersuckers, Willie Nelson, The Cramps, and others, The Dry County Crooks have played over 300 shows in the western states, sharing bills with their influences, and turning heads at every concert hall, bar, and truck stop they've walked into.

In 2003, The Dry County Crooks released their debut full-length, "The One That Got Away" on the band's own Blue Collar Heart Music. Following in 2005 with "Wrong Side Of The Tracks" (also on Blue Collar Heart Music), they continued spreading the gospel of their country rock. Playing to sold-out shows opening for others and their own headlining gigs in areas from Zig Zag, Oregon to various small towns throughout Oregon, Washington, and California.

And while the band has created a niche for themselves in small towns hungry for working-class rock and cheap whiskey, they've also gained notoriety and acclaim in their hometown market of Portland, Oregon and the biggest market to the north, Seattle, Washington.

"When Hearts Break" is sure to further their warm reception in all these markets and with all of their fans, as well as help forge ahead and create new fans for them.

Tony Smiley is also ramping up his playing schedule with gigs booked in California. Check out the Tony Smiley MySpace Page for complete tour dates this spring. Need a copy of Tony's latest CD "Driving Myself Sane" now available in stores. Or pick up a copy right now directly from us BUY NOW - Tony Smiley "Driving MySelf Sane"


Mon, 07 Apr 2008 
MastanMusic Newswire 047
Get You Band CDs Made and Help A Cause Get Your Band CDs Made and Help Jeremy get Heart Surgery

Portland's Cravedog CD/DVD replication and merchandise is working with MastanMusic to alleviate expenses related to Jeremy WIlsons upcoming heart surgery. Order your CDs from Cravedog and they'll donate a sizable portion of their profits to Jeremy's cause. Be sure to let them know you want the Jeremy Wilson special when placing your order! Click Here For Details

Help Jeremy Wilson Get Heart Surgery
If you would like to help Jeremy raise money for an important heart operation he needs you can make a donation securely through PayPal with your debit or credit card. Your help is much needed and very appreciated.

Silverhawk on KCBY Channel 11 News
On Easter Sunday Silverhawk played an all ages benefit concert in their original home town of Coos Bay, Oregon. Follow this link to see the guys on TV, It's super cool: Here's the write-up leading up to the video: See Silverhawk on KCBY Channel 11 News

COOS BAY- Rocking out in their start-up town, a band now based out of Portland kicks off their first album's northwest tour showing a little love for Coos Bay on Easter with a benefit concert.

Silverhawk's newly released album 'Hangover Bicycle Ride' is about 15 songs lead singer Sam Densmore says is definitely rock and roll.

Rockers of all ages turned out for the Sunday concert at the Broadway Rock Venue to support the Coos Bay-rooted band and the Coos County animal shelter with donations from dog food to flea medications.

Densmore says, "We are an animal band, we're Silverhawk, so we want to help the animals."

Three of the band members are from Coos Bay, and they felt it was fitting to celebrate a momentous time in their career where it originated.

"This is going to be our 16th anniversary show at the Broadway Rock Hall. It used to be called the On-Broadway theatre and that was the venue where John and I actually started playing together as a folk duo in that exact room."

Silverhawk's latest cd is available now at Off the Record in North Bend.

We have an announcement! The MastanMusic Hour is planning on expanding our podcast horizons. Beginning Friday July 11th The MastanMusic Hour will start hosting a monthly band showcase at Kelly's Olympian in downtown Portland at 426 SW Washington where we will record and film our show live at the club. You can come on down to the shows and check out the bands we think are great. Then, later in the month you can go to our website, or iTunes and check out the recordings and video from what we hope become memorable nights of music and good times. We hope you will join us for our 1st MastanMusic Hour Band Showcase Friday July 11th at the newly vamped Kelly's Olympian which is all geared up and ready to rock with it's new music room and sound system. We'll let you know the 1st line-up in a couple of weeks. Stay tuned, and keep coming back every 2 weeks for new live studio sets!

Silverhawk CD RELEASE PARTY! Friday May 9th at The White Eagle at 836 N. Russell St. Portland, OR. The line-up also includes Dan Jones and the Squids. Click Here to find out when and where they will be performing. Go catch this concert and don't forget to pick up a copy of their new CD Hangover Bicycle Ride - BUY NOW



The Dry County Crooks CD RELEASE PARTY scheduled for Saturday May 17th at Dantes at 1 SW 3rd Avenue & Burnside in Portland, Or. The line-up also includes Mike D & Thee Loyal Bastards, Drunken Prayer and MC Jeremy Wilson. DON'T MISS THIS SHOW!Be sure to check out The Dry County Crooks Tour Schedule to find out when they'll be in your town. Stay tuned for big things from them.

Jeremy Wilson and Sam Densmore, will perform a night of acoustic music at 9 Muses Acoustic Pub at 2715 SE Belmont, Portland OR on Wednesday April 9th, 2008. Music starts at 9 pm and goes at least until midnight. This is a very cool bar that was converted from an old SE Portland house. It's comfy and a full bar is available. Come here JW's and Sam's music in a very chill place.

Tony Smiley is also ramping up his playing schedule with gigs booked in California. Check out the Tony Smiley MySpace Page for complete tour dates this spring. Need a copy of Tony's latest CD "Driving Myself Sane" now available in stores. Or pick up a copy right now directly from us BUY NOW - Tony Smiley "Driving MySelf Sane"


Mon, 24 Mar 2008 
MastanMusic Newswire 046
MastanMusic Around Town, and in the Media...

Help Jeremy Wilson Get Heart Surgery
If you would like to help Jeremy raise money for an important heart operation he needs you can make a donation securely through PayPal with your debit or credit card. Your help is much needed and very appreciated.

Jared Mees New CD Recorded at MastanMusic Studio
The ever prolific and deep pop-ster lyricist Jared Mees just completed tracking his new CD with producer Jeremy here at the studio. Nearly a solid month of intense recording sessions found the two recording an almost all acoustic based band and lots of viola, violin and cello. JW's good pal Ezra Holbrook jammed on drums and a group of 11 friends came in to do crazy background singing.

Both Jared and Jeremy are blurry eyed and a little battered from the intense schedule, but what they got musically was worth every moment of hard work. When we have more time to write about this session we will.

Deep Roots Makes A Field Trip To The Studio
On Thursday March 13 at 11 am the Roosevelt High School Deep Roots Music Projectparticipants visited MastanMusic Studio. We had a lot of fun recording beats, Station IDs and some fun Deep Roots Record Release spot ads with the kids. You can hear them in this episode of the MMHour and through May. Be sure to go and find out about the great music available to you through this incredible program now over 10 years old and growing!

Amber Gentry Benefit Raises $12,500.00
Jeremy Wilson, accompanied by Sam Densmore, performed an acoustic set and Benefit Concert at the Bossanova Ballroom at 722 E. Burnside on Saturday March, 15 2008 to help Amber Gentry in her fight against cancer. The show and awareness drive raised nearly $12,500.00. Thanks to all the volunteers, artists and concert goers that made this such a good event. Amber, only 15 years old, has a long way to go in her fight however, with the next year and half scheduled for kimotherapy. Please find out how you can help by visiting Ambers Money Page

Jeremy was featured on 101.9 KINK FM Friday March 21....

MastanMusic Studio to be on TV!
The fun and cool Portland TV show PDXPOSED filmed a sequence at MastanMusic Studio on Saturday March 22nd about our involvement in producing music for the Deep Roots Music Project. The super talented Keegan Smith is the featured artist. PDXPOSED interviewed us and filmed us working on and mixing the song Keegan recorded for this years Deep Roots Music Project. MastanMusic will be filming the kids' record release party at Roosevelt High School N. Central from 5:30 to 9:00 pm on May 12th for inclusion in the PDXPOSED program as well. Stay tuned, we'll let you know when it airs.

Silverhawk Spring Tour 08! The fellas are getting out on the road for the next couple of weeks hitting Coos Bay, Eugene, Astoria, Portland, Seattle and more Click Here or on the cool poster to the left to find out when and where they will be. Go catch their concert and don't forget to pick up a copy of their new CD Hangover Bicycle Ride Go To MM Music Store Now

Tony Smiley is also ramping up his playing schedule with gigs booked in California. Check out the Tony Smiley MySpace Page for complete tour dates this spring. Need a copy of Tony's latest CD "Driving Myself Sane" now available in stores. Or pick up a copy right now Go To MM Music Store Now

The Dry County Crooks are preparing for a busy spring as well. They are gearing up for the release of When Hearts Break, their latest CD produced by the MM crew. Be sure to check out The Dry County Crooks Tour Schedule to find out when they'll be in your town. Stay tuned for big things from them.

Jeremy Wilson, will perform an acoustic set at Music Millennium at 3158 E. Burnside on Monday April 7th, 2008. Jeremy will be participating in Music Millenniums ongoing Songwriter Circle series. The store is open all day and the show is at at 7:30 pm. JW will be playing with John Nilson and Songwriter Circle host Jack McMahon


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MastanMusic Around Town, and in the Media...

MastanMusic is excited to announce that the "MastanMusic Hour" podcast is now 10 times faster than ever! Thanks to a new high speed server we are smooth as butter. Internet butter. So don't be afraid to sign up to our show here. It rocks because it's so easy to do, and gives you the chance to check out all our streaming goodness.

Milo The Intern
photo at MastanMusic Studio MastanMusic Studio would like to introduce to our friends a great new addition to our team Milo Hayden a/k/a Milo The Intern! Milo will not only be taking out the trash, but he will also be assisting Jeremy and Sam in the production of the MastanMusic Hour podcast and sitting in with them "on air" from now on for Part 1 of each new episode. Not only is he a handsome fella, but he's also incredibly sincere. What we like most about him, besides his charismatic persona and intellect is that he works for FREE! He has started his on MySpace site dedicated to exposing the follies, mishaps and moments of genius that sometimes happen here at the fly-by-the-seat-of-our-pants operation lovingly dubbed MastanMusic. Welcome Milo! We're glad you showed up. Check out Milo The Intern's Blog


Get Your Band CDs Made and Help Jeremy get Heart Surgery
Portland's Cravedog CD/DVD replication and merchandise is working with MastanMusic to alleviate expenses related to Jeremy WIlsons upcoming heart surgery. Order your CDs from Cravedog and they'll donate a sizable portion of their profits to Jeremy's cause. Be sure to let them know you want the Jeremy Wilson special when placing your order! Click Here For Details

Jeremy Wilson solo acoustic show Thursday March 13 at The White Eagle in Portland Oregon. The incredibly talented Jon Garcia will be opening the show. Click Here For More Info

Silverhawk at Kelly's Olympian this Friday, Mar 14 at 9pm w/Dan jones + the Squids and The Crosswalks. Check out the MastanMusic Myspace Page for complete MastanMusic artists tour dates this spring. We're coming to your town!!

A Benefit For Amber Gentry
Jeremy Wilson, accompanied by Sam Densmore, will perform an acoustic set and Benefit Concert at the Bossanova Ballroom at 722 E. Burnside on Saturday March, 15 2008 to help Amber Gentry in her fight against cancer. Doors are at 8 pm JW and Sam go on at 8:30 sharp. Please find out how you can help by visiting Ambers Money Page


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photo at MastanMusic Studio MastanMusic Around Town, and in the Media...

Don't miss Tony Smiley and Silverhawk at AudioCinema this Friday, Feb 29 at 9pm. Check out the MastanMusic Myspace Page for complete MastanMusic artists tour dates this spring. We're coming to your town!

Get Your Band CDs Made and Support a Good Cause!
Portland's Cravedog CD/DVD replication and merchandise is working with MastanMusic to alleviate expenses related to Jeremy WIlsons upcoming heart surgery. Order your CDs from Cravedog and they'll donate a sizable portion of their profits to Jeremy's cause. Be sure to let them know you want the Jeremy Wilson special when placing your order! Click Here For Details

A Benefit For Amber Gentry
Jeremy Wilson, accompanied by Sam Densmore, will perform an acoustic set and Benefit Concert at the Bossanova Ballroom at 722 E. Burnside on March, 15 2008 to help Amber Gentry in her fight against cancer. Doors are at 8 pm JW and Sam go on at 8:30 sharp. Please find out how you can help by visiting Ambers Money Page

Amber Gentry [b. June 6th 1992] was raised in Portland, Oregon and is a 15 years old Sophomore at Metropolitan learning Center. Amber is in the fight of her life right now. She has been in and out of OHSU's Dornbeckers Childrens Hospital since December 26th. On January 8th she went through a series of tests to reveal the source of her ongoing hip pain. After two misdiagnosis, it was discovered that she has a large tumor growing out of her pelvis that has eaten away 1/2 of her pelvic bone and consumed one of her ovaries. On January 14th the oncologist gave her family the news that she has Ewing's Sarcoma, a rare form of cancer that originates from the bone and accounts for less than 2% of all childhood cancers. After starting Chemotherapy, their physicians decided to do a second biopsy on yet unidentified nodules in her lungs, which were soon determined to be evidence that the Ewings had metastasized. Amber will go through 6 months of Chemotherapy. She's looking at about a year and a half of fighting this.

The March 15th Benefit Concert will provide a well needed financial reprieve for her family while the negotiate the emotional anguish experienced by all families who have the misfortune of battling cancer.

Additionally, we are teaming up our Benefit Concert with the 10th Annual Shamrock Run, which takes place the following morning on March 16th. The Shamrock Run is a yearly fundraiser for Dornbeckers Childrens Hospital. We encourage everyone to look at this weekend, beginning Saturday night with Amber's Benefit and then following with the Shamrock Run on Sunday, as an opportunity to support the children in our community who are fighting for their lives. Those people registered for the Shamrock Run will receive a discounted ticket ($5) to our event.

SO MUCH MORE...
Preview this upcoming MastanMusic release, "Linda Lee Michelet presents Big Band Peggy Lee" CD/DVD set, recorded live at the Old Church in Portland, Oregon by Sean Flora, with video and other production done by the MastanMusic crew. The CD/DVD set comes out March 18th. She will be featured on an upcoming episode of Oregon Art Beat. Vist her website at Linda Lee Michelet.com to find out more.

Silverhawk has been getting some airtime around the state on OPB, statewide radio! You can help keep Silverhawk in rotation by going to OPB Music.org and favorably ranking their song "Golden Screw".

Silverhawk will be at Portland's Slabtown for a CD release party of psychedelic proportions on April 4, 2008 w/The Escapists and Subterranean Howl, They'll follow it up on Sat. April 5 at 1pm with a FREE ALL AGES in store performance at Portland's Music Millenium.

Tony Smiley's CD release show will be held on March 15 at the Ash Street Saloon.

The Dry County Crooks official CD Release Date is set for May 20. Look for it at your favorite record store! Don't miss The Dry County Crooks CD Release Party to be held on May 17 at Dante's in Portland.

MastanMusic is excited to announce that the "MastanMusic Hour" podcast is now 10 times faster than ever! Thanks to a new high speed server we are smooth as butter. Internet butter. So don't be afraid to sign up through our show here. It rocks because it's so easy to do, and gives you the chance to check out all our streaming goodness.

Sam, Jeremy, Ezra, and Aaron had a great time playing rock n roll with Jim Boyer at Biddy McGraw's, in Portland on Feb 9. It was great to see old friends and make some new ones too! Check out these pics from the show, taken by our friend Inger Klekacz. Never before has Jeremy looked so utterly rock and roll (Inger's camera adds +5 charisma).


Mon, 11 Feb 2008 
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Cool Vintage Dharma Bums Videos on YouTube

"leftedge has been an art studio since 1981 now showing vintage footage of original music, art & roadtrips shot on the fly with an '87 panasonic vidcam. tune in, subscribe if you dig it. new old stuff in the works."

Great multimedia artists in the vain of Kenneth Patchen, Jim Jarmish and Jack Kerouac, Sandra Sloy and Dave Nichols documented Jeremy's band Dharma Bums from before the first record Haywire came out all the way until the bands break-up in '93. Check out amazing footage of Dharma Bums playing for the first time in NYC at CBGBs Annex; live footage of Eric Lovre's band Springtooth; see Jeremy sing "Over/Under" standing near the mountain lookout and cabin that Jack Kerouac wrote Desolation Angels in; and much more. Subscribe to the leftedge channel so that you will know when new footage and feature films that Dave and Sandra make get posted. People that love art, history and rock'n'roll will appreciate this site immensely!

You can also check out the awesome nicholsloy studio website here

Silverhawk and Tony Smiley CD Street Dates
March 18, 2008 Offical release date announced of Tony Smiley and Silverhawk CDs. Look for new MastanMusic Hangover Bicycle Ride by Silverhawk and Driving Myself Sane by Tony Smiley at your favorite record stores beginning March 18,2008. Both Tony and Silverhawk are planning VERY COOL CD release parties showcasing material from their new MastanMusic Label releases.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Silverhawk will be at Slabtown for a CD release party of psychedelic proportions on April 4, 2008.

Stay tuned for a confirmation on Tony Smiley's CD release show. Rumor has it it's going to be a big one!!

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 
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First Rock Show In Three Years

Come join Jeremy Wilson and his band with Ezra Holbrook drums/vocals, Sam Densmore guitar/vocals, and Aaron Masonek bass/vocals for Jeremy's first full band show in three years. The show is at 9 pm on Saturday February 9th at Biddy McGraws The incredible Jim Boyer of The Freak Mountain Ramblers fame is headlining the show! Here is what Biddy McGraws website has posted about the show:

Tonight we have not one, but two local legends-- and since Portland boasts one of the deepest talent pools in the country, a performance that includes two local legends is a definite, must-see show!

A founding member of The Freak Mountain Ramblers, Jim Boyer has been captivating crowds since he started his musical career in 1984 as a vocalist in Cleveland, Ohio at the age of 16. He moved on to New York, and was a busker in the East Village for a while then hitched to Flagstaff, Arizona where he hooked up with Cold Turkey, featuring Scotty Brownwood. In 1989 Jim Boyer moved to Portland, Oregon, where he met Billy Kennedy and Lynn Conover, who led him into the roots of the Portland music scene, with The Rounders (Steve Weber, Dave Reisch, Roger North) and the late great Jeffrey Frederick of the Clamtomes. Jim played with all of them and more, Tim Acott, Neil Gilpin, Sam Henry and Kevin 'Bingo' Richey. Jim and Bingo became "Glowing Corn", a punk rock sensation that let it all hang out (circa 94-97).

photo of Jeremy WilsonOur second performer this evening, Jeremy Wilson, is widely accepted as one of the major creative influences on the sound that made Seattle famous. In addition to leading two bands (Pilot and The Dharma Bums) to international acclaim that included a publishing deal with Sony, and numerous albums for labels like Frontier, BMG, Elektra, & Mercury Records, Jeremy was also a mentor to Kurt Cobain, inspiration to Pearl Jam, and the man who is credited with discovering Elliot Smith.

Jeremy, who cut his producer’s teeth at Seattle’s renowned Laundry Room Studios during their heyday of producing bands like Nirvana and The Foo Fighters, now produces music in his own Portland, Oregon studio, MastanMusic (where he produces his popular podcast "The MastanMusic Hour"). So we're really excited to get this industry insider and icon out of the studio and back on the stage!

The Lonely H - Cool Photos From Their MastanMusic Performance

The Lonely H with Jeremy Wilson at MastanMusic Studio during their fantastic live performance in Episode 42 part 2 of The MastanMusic Hour. From left to right is: guitarist Eric Whitman; bass player Johnny Whitman; Jeremy Wilson; singer/keyboardist Mark Fredson; and drummer Ben Eyestone. The Lonely H kicked off their 90 day Winter/Spring tour of the United States (and one show in Mexico!) by stopping into the studio and talking and rockin' out with us. Later that night the guys played at The Ash Street Theatre in downtown Portland, OR. That show rocked too! Check out these great photos taken by photographer Julianna Tobon by clicking HERE.

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 
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A Heart Felt Thank You

Jeremy Would again like to thank everyone who attended or was involved with the medical benefit show Dec 29 at the Doug Fir. The event was a huge success, bringing in close to $3,000, and was great fun. Old friends and new packed the house and jammed out to Cure tunes.

We would like to give a hearty "Thank You" and a shout to the bands that played: Adrian H. and the Wounds, Sketchy Ted, Xploding Boys, Runaway Truck Ramp, Leigh Marble, Boy Eats Drum Machine, Chris Robley, Casey Neill, Silverhawk, Gina Noelle, Tony Smiley, The BLH Three, and Jon Garcia, also thanks to Barbara Mitchell, Alex Steinenger, Simon and Clinton of The Subterranean Howl, videographer Christine Frederica and our own Sam Densmore for organizing the event. Thanks to Ryan Wiebe for sending in this great photo of dear friends Scott McCaughey, Jeremy Wilson and Jim Talstra chilling out to the Cure!

March 18, 2008 Official Release Date Announced

We are happy to announce the official release date of Tony Smiley and Silverhawk CDs. Look for new MastanMusic Hangover Bicycle Ride by Silverhawk and Driving Myself Sane by Tony Smiley at your favorite record stores beginning March 18,2008.

Both Tony and Silverhawk are planning VERY COOL CD release parties showcasing material from the releases. Thank you in advance for coming out to party with us this coming March! Stay tuned!

Mon, 31 Dec 2007 
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Portland Tribune Article about Jeremy Wilson and MastanMusic - Friday December 28th 2007 Read Article

Buko Magazine Artcile about MastanMusic - December 2007Read Article

Jeremy Wilson Medical Benefit A Total Success

photo of Jeremy at MastanMusic Studio On Staurday, Dec. 29 the Doug Fir Lounge hosted a benefit for Jeremy Wilson The proceeds from the event were contributed to ease the burden of medical expenses related to his recently discovered heart condition. Local writer and publicist Barbara Mitchell is spearheaded the event which featured local talent such as Boy Eats Drum Machine, Chris Robley, Leigh Marble, Mike Danner, Silverhawk, Tony Smiley, Gina Noell, Casey Neill, Lael Alderman, Steve Wilkinson, and many others covering Cure songs. The show was a total success!

Jeremy would like to personally "thank everyone who attended and everyone who brought their remarkable talents to the stage. It was a night I will never forget. I have never experienced such total support and love. I want to let you all know that this act of great friendship has touched me to the core. With your help I am sure I going to be O.K.. Thank you all so much!"

MastanMusic Announces official release date of March 18, 2008 for Tony Smiley, Silverhawk CDs
The MastanMusic crew is nationally releasing new CDs, "Driving Myself Sane" by Tony Smiley and "Hangover Bicycle Ride" by Silverhawk on March 18 , 2008. An April 2008 release of the tentatively titled "When Hearts Break" is expected from The Dry County Crooks. Burnside Distribution will be carrying these titles in their Spring 2008 catalogs. You can get advance copies of the new releases by going to the MastanMusic CD Store, or coming out to see the bands live.

MastanMusic Label Artist Tour Schedules:
Recently, we've begun to utilize our MastanMusic Myspace Page more frequently, updating folks on shows by MastanMusic artists Tony Smiley, Silverhawk and The Dry County Crooks, and Jeremy WIlson. Click on over and check it out! MastanMusic Myspace Page.

Two New MastanMusic Label CDs Available In Advance of Official Street Date Release! BUY THEM NOW
MastanMusic artists Tony Smiley and Silverhawk CDs have arrived to the studio! Official street distribution dates are set for early 2008, but you can buy the brand new CDs right now directly from us. No need for the true fan to wait any longer! The Dry County Crooks new CD is being Mastered and will also be available soon.






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Jeremy Wilson Medical Benefit Announced - The Cure Cover Night Saturday December 29, 2007 at Doug Fir Lounge - Portland, OR.

On Staurday, Dec. 29 the Doug Fir Lounge will host a benefit for our own Jeremy Wilson, Portland musician, songwriter and producer. The proceeds from this event will be contributed to ease the burden of medical expenses related to his life threatening heart condition. Local writer and publicist Barbara Mitchell is spearheading the event which will feature local talent such as Boy Eats Drum Machine, Chris Robley, Leigh Marble, Mike Danner, Silverhawk, Tony Smiley, Gina Noell, and many others covering Cure songs. This will be an entertaining and special show, so come out and lend your support.

Two New MastanMusic Label CDs Available In Advance of Official Street Date Release! BUY THEM NOW
MastanMusic artists Tony Smiley and Silverhawk CDs have arrived to the studio! Official street distribution dates are set for early 2008, but you can buy the brand new CDs right now directly from us. No need for the true fan to wait any longer! The Dry County Crooks new CD is being Mastered and will also be available soon.







MastanMusic Label Artist Tour Schedules:
MastanMusic Myspace

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Friday December 14th 3rd Annual John Prine Sing Along - Biddy McGraws
Come join in the fun of the 3rd Annual John Prine Sing Along taking place on Friday December 14th in Portland Oregon at Biddy McGraws at 60th and NE Glisan. The stellar line-up includes Jeremy Wilson, Little Sue, Craig Dermer, Ed Gibson, Kate Power and Steve Einhorn (Quality Folk), Jeff Haigerty (Tree Frogs), Fred Stephenson and Danny East (Bad Dates), Adam and Kris (Sweet Juice), Jessica Lynn Stiles, Alexendra Smith, Alice Stuart, Rita McDonagh, and Dylan Thomas Vance. Proceeds will benefit wonderful Ethos Music Center.

Pictures From The Doug Fir MastanMusic Label Showcase
MastanMusic artists Tony Smiley, Silverhawk and The Dry County Crooks played Doug Fir Lounge on Sunday Nov 18, showcasing material from their new MastanMusic Label releases. Thank you for coming out to party with us! It was a total success with nearly 200 people in attendance! Check out these great pictures from the Novemeber 18th MastanMusic Label showcase at Doug Fir taken by photographer Juliana Tobon: MastanMusic NOV 18 SHOWCASE PHOTOS LINK

Jeremy Wilson Medical Benefit Announced - The Cure Cover Night Saturday December 29, 2007 at Doug Fir Lounge - Portland, OR.

On Staurday, Dec. 29 the Doug Fir Lounge will host a benefit for our own Jeremy Wilson, Portland musician, songwriter and producer. The proceeds from this event will be contributed to ease the burden of medical expenses related to his life threatening heart condition. Local writer and publicist Barbara Mitchell is spearheading the event which will feature local talent such as Boy Eats Drum Machine, Chris Robley, Leigh Marble, Mike Danner, Silverhawk, Tony Smiley, Gina Noell, and many others covering Cure songs. This will be an entertaining and special show, so come out and lend your support.

Two New MastanMusic Label CDs Available In Advance of Official Street Date Release! BUY THEM NOW
MastanMusic artists Tony Smiley and Silverhawk CDs have arrived to the studio! Official street