IMSC Ep 10 - Song 1: "Don't You Pray for Me" by The Colt Walkers

"Like the iconic single action revolvers from which they take their name, the Colt Walkers pack the explosive sonic punch of a wild-west shootout. The Iowa-based roots rockers populate their songs with sinners, saviors, wanderers and devils, weaving a tapestry at once spiritual and profane.

"The Colt Walkers make no apologies for their love of the musical forms at the heart of the American story: blues, country, folk and gospel. But they craft every lyric, melody and stomping instrumental with an eye toward the horizon – and an understanding that American music is at its best when it rocks."
- from their Facebook page

Lineup:

Fred Love - vocals/guitar
Ryan Mauritz - vocals/mandolin/harmonica/keys
Dave Atchison - drums
Greg Bruna - bass

Home page:
http://www.coltwalkers.com/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/ColtWalkers

ReverbNation:
https://www.reverbnation.com/thecoltwalkers

Ep 10 - Song 2: "North of the River" by Monday Mourners

"Just a Midwestern band trying to correct the contemporary misunderstanding of what country music is."
- from their Facebook page

"Monday Mourners are an alt-country (whatever that means) band from Des Moines, Iowa. If you like country, we sound like rock. If you like rock, we sound like country. Midwestern Twang & Roll."
- from their ReverbNation page

"The Monday Mourners are a country band. Not a pop country band. The Monday Mourners' brand of country doesn't get a lot of radio play."
- Joe Lawler from Juice

Lineup:

Matt Handley - guitar/vocals
Clint Meyer - guitar/lap Steel/vocals
Aaron Tinder - bass/vocals
Pat Curtis - drums

Home page:
http://mondaymourners.com/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Monday-Mourners/208913395564

ReverbNation:
https://www.reverbnation.com/mondaymourners

IMSC Ep 10 - Song 3: "Hold On" by Crossfire

"Crossfire is "Omaha's premier country dance band," blending classic country with current Nashville hits and original music that gets people on their feet and keeps the party going all night! Now a staple of Omaha's country music scene, Crossfire formed in 2010 when veteran musicians Walter Killam of Denton,Texas and Gary Groves of San Diego auditioned vocalist Dave Forney of Omaha for a new country group. Soon after, drummer Buck Weyerman, a well known local percussionist and member of the Nebraska Music Hall of Fame came on board. With Buck on drums and Walter on bass providing a solid musical backbone, Gary weaving in his blues-country guitar and Dave belting out the melody on the mic, matched with three-part harmony, we dare you not to sing along and dance the night away! Country fan or not - you've got a fever, and the only prescription is more Crossfire!"
- from their home page

Lineup:

Gary Groves - lead guitar/vocals
Walter Killam - bass guitar/vocals
Buck Weyerman - drums
Dave Forney - lead vocals

Home page:
http://www.crossfirecountrymusic.com/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/crossfire.countrymusic

ReverbNation:
https://www.reverbnation.com/crossfirecountrymusic

Ep 10 - Song 4: "That Kinda Tough" by Danny Grause

"Danny Grause is not a traditional country artist. Fortunately for him, his fans don't really care. His music sits comfortably in their playlists somewhere between Merle Haggard and Maroon 5, providing a fresh combination of gravel and groove for those who believe "Country" is merely a state of mind. Danny has been described as 'the theoretical love child of Willie Nelson and Chaka Khan', both for his style of performance and his song craftsmanship. On stage with his supporting band the "Black Dirt Kings" his music takes the listener on a virtual road trip full of twists and turns and occasional stops in funky town. In 2010 Danny's signature sound caught the attention of some kindred spirits when a demo of "Don't Tell Mama" made the Top 15 our of more than 700 acts in the "Sailing Southern Ground Contest", created and judged by none other than CMA and Grammy award-winning "Zac Brown Band". His music has also been featured in radio, television, and most recently in the new ad campaign for the "Hotsy" corporation. Deliberately unpolished and unapologetic, Danny's commanding stage presence is just what you would expect from a carpenter's son who's proud of every callous and scar he's earned along the way."
- from his home page

Lineup:

Danny Grause - all instruments/vocals

Home page:
http://www.dannygrause.com/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Danny-Grause-Music/203193329808427

ReverbNation:
https://www.reverbnation.com/dannygrause

IMSC Ep 10 - Song 5: "Aim's Gettin' Better" by Diana Upton-Hill

"Diana Upton-Hill is a nationally recognized recording and touring artist. At the age of 3, Diana began singing with her dad’s band and performing solos for school and church concerts. Now a versatile performer, she has become a national talent; active in the regional country/folk music scene, performing on television, joining symphony orchestras as featured soloist, and even starring in live theatre productions. Her favorite roles include: Belle in Beauty and the Beast, Cinderella in Into the Woods and Ellen in Miss Saigon.

"She has numerous recordings to her credit and regularly finds herself contributing to commercial jingles and voice-overs. You may have even seen her on tour this past year with rising Country star, Mitch Goudy, with whom she’s written several songs and for whom she regularly provides background vocals. Look for Diana’s latest single, “Do Love Well” - available now on iTunes, which was produced by the incomparable, award-winning, and all around nice guy Bryan White."
- from her home page

Lineup:
Drums & Acoustic Guitar - Bryan White
Bass - Steve Mackey
Electric Guitar - Shayne Hill & Bryan White
White Lap Steel - Scotty Sanders
Piano - Steve King

Home page:
http://www.dianauptonhill.com/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/dianauptonhillmusic

YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/user/dianauptonhillmusic