November 8, 2010

Jango Airplay Top 10

Here's the Top 10 for the week of November 1 - 7. Mariah Ver Hoef takes the top spot while For This Cause and Falconbrook hold tight at #s 2 & 3.

#1: Mariah Ver Hoef
A young singer-songwriter from Fairbanks, Alaska, Mariah writes about the isolation and shifting landscapes of growing up. 2010 will see the release of her third album in as many years.

Click to hear Mariah Ver Hoef:
Azure Sunshine
#2: For This Cause
For This Cause is a recently-formed alternative/post-hardcore band from Australia. They spent much of 2009 and 2010 on tour, pausing just long enough to release their debut EP this past February.

Click to hear For This Cause:
These Seasons
#3: Falconbrook
Falconbrook are a set of enigmatic post-rockers whose compositions are sprawling, but never dull. They keep their identities private and let the music speak for itself.

Click to hear Falconbrook:
Vistas
#4: The Melodramatics
The Melodramatics mix reggae, rock, dub and ska into an upbeat, energetic style all their own, bridging generation gaps and filling dance floors wherever they play.

Click to hear The Melodramatics:
Stargazing
#5: Ghettochild
Canadian MC Ghettochild is a hustler, in his flow and in his professional life. He's released the solo albums and opened for Nas, Ludacris, K-Os, and a bevy of others.

Click to hear Ghettochild:
One Move
#6: Mia Theodoratus
Mia Theodoratus plays harp with a lyrical passion, fluid technique and upbeat rhythmic style. Her prowess has lead to gigs with TV On The Radio & Fisher/Spooner, and she recently released her first solo album.

Click to hear Mia Theodoratus:
Parting Glass
#7: Charlie Barrett
Texas singer-songwriter Charlie Barrett is known for his deep, rich voice, sparkling acoustic guitar, and moving lyrics. A performer for over 20 years, Charlie recently released his second album and is working on a third.

Click to hear Charlie Barrett:
Looking Through Glass
#8: Reverse Order
Reverse Order is a pop-punk band from New Jersey who pride themselves on catchy lyrics & high energy performances. They've rocked the Warped Tour and opened for Peter Frampton.

Click to hear Reverse Order:
Wake Me Up
#9: Eastern Sunz
Eastern Sunz shed light on political and environmental issues unaddressed by most rap artists today. Over ten years, five albums, and multiple US and European tours, the group has promoted social change with thoughtful music.

Click to hear Eastern Sunz:
Corroded Utopia (Feat. Promoe)
#10: Haight-Ashbury
This Glasgow trio (brother/sister, lifelong best friend) is built on a foundation of close harmonies complemented by grungy guitar riffs, throbbing bass and percussive flourish. Definitely worth a listen.

Click to hear Haight-Ashbury:
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