LAUREN MARSH – Guest on WWIR 17th September 2013

Joining us today from upstate NEW JERSEY was the beautiful and very talented singer/songwriter LAUREN MARSH.

We first heard of LAUREN MARSH when she sent her song “Dangerous Love” to the WWIR after it was accepted for the rotation! When Lauren applied to be a guest on our show, I looked further into her music and videos and liked what I heard!

When an artist has great music that you want to present to your listening audience, it’s hard to know how an artist is going to come across when talking live on the air. Within a few minutes of talking to Lauren prior to the show, we knew she would be the perfect guest! We did gave her plenty of warning about the show, however, she told us that they make them tough in Jersey, and they are born “Ready to Go!” hmmmm if that’s the case, explain to me, why Mark also from Jersey is never ready to go!

Lauren talked about the music scene in her local area and how she recently played a live show at Mexicali, renowned for its awesome sound system! She also said that the venue gets some great bands there.

She said that although there are some amazing places to play in New Jersey she is also close enough to be able to play in New York as well. However when booking shows she does take into consideration those people that would come to see her and how far it would be to commute to the venue.

Lauren spoke about her musical background and how from a very early age she loved to sing! She also talked about when in the 8^th grade she went to the “School of Rock” and by doing so got some live performance experience singing with a rock band. Lauren is currently in her senior year at the William Patterson University studying “Popular Music Business Major” and will be graduating in the spring! She is hoping that she can make her music a full time career. I certainly feel she has the ability to do so!

We also found out that Lauren plays the Ukulele, an instrument that has certainly come back into fashion over the past couple of years! If you check out this link you can see and hear Laurens version of “Somewhere Over The Rainbow” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-zX0HB72dYI

Lauren was so enjoyable to talk to; she speaks with so much confidence and maturity its hard to believe she is only 21 years old! I feel guilty now that I sent her off to a deserted island as I could have talked to her all night!

The first song we played tonight was STRANGER, and Mark and I were proud to have been able to play it on the day it was released on ITunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/stranger-single/id711012591

There is also a wonderful video that goes with this song!

The song is about going on your gut instincts and trusting your feelings when it comes to relationships and, having the confidence to say Hi to a stranger if it feels right!

The video tells the story better than I can write it, so please check it out from this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DzITixiyNUU

The next two songs we played were DANGEROUS LOVE and HOME. These songs can be found Lauren’s Debut album READY FOR TAKE OFF that was released in October 2012. This album can be purchased from ITunes. Lauren told us that she was making this album during Super Storm Sandy! https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/ready-for-takeoff-ep/id572528689

There is also an official video for DANGEROUS LOVE and you can see the Brown Stone houses that we talked about during the show. I love those houses and cant wait to see them on my next visit to the USA. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rp7RRBb6Wts

There was one song that we didn’t play FOR A MOMENT. It is a beautiful song played live at a winery near Laurens home that provided awesome acoustics for this song! The Steinway Piano that she is playing is supposedly the same one used by Tony Bennet! Check it out! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fLcqB_im4uo

In April of this year, Lauren attended the Jersey Acoustic Music Awards (JAMawards) and played a live performance. She was also presented with an award for the TOP INDIE EP RELEASE for her album READY FOR TAKE OFF. She not only talked about the awards but told us the story of how she went up for the award with no shoes!

TWITTER TUESDAY LIVE is a unique show in the fact that we just don’t ask the same boring questions that a lot of interviewers do, we find out the real person behind the music! A 2-hour show goes very fast when you are in the company of someone like Lauren.

Not just a pretty face, Lauren is smart and extremely talented – and an awesome personality to boot! If you missed the live show, you must check out this episode. It was a lot of fun!

What did Lauren take with her when I sent her off on a deserted island?

Why did she have no shoes on when she went up to collect an award recently?

Who would be her ultimate virtual band?

All this and more can be found here…………

http://www.butterfliesradio.com/home/2013/09/17/episode-122-with-guest-lauren-marsh/

Check out all the links and social networks for LAUREN MARSH

WEBPAGE http://laurenmarsh.com/

FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/LaurenMarshMusic?sk=app_2405167945

REVERBNATION http://www.reverbnation.com/laurenmarsh

“Lauren, what can I say except, thank you! You are a truly amazingly talented person! Wishing you all the best with your newly released “Stranger” Please come back and Join Mark and I in the not too distant future! You were an awesome guest!”

CAROL’S SONG OF THE WEEK

STEPEHENSON ROAD – MEMORY LANE

Where the corn grows tall and cooks down clean, clear and pure. Out here we do things our own way – the old way. We live the Simple Life here – one day at a time we prepare for the seasons to come

Take a ride out here in the country, climb the mountain and you just may decide to stay. Pick up your fiddle and move to Stephenson Rd

The music here is as pure as the “spring water” and honest as sunshine. It’s as infectious as country livin’ and as welcoming as a hot cup of coffee and a slice of apple pie. So, go ahead, grab a cup and a slice and share it with your friends. You just might decide you want to live on Stephenson Rd. , too.

http://www.reverbnation.com/stephensonrd

MSI HIT LIST WINNER FOR AUGUST

NEWBRIDGE – SO MANY TIMES

The sentence “ … My heart yearns to speak”, from the track „Space For Words“ on her debut album, „Reflections Of Love“, probably best embodies the refreshing honesty and captivating beauty one hears and feels in Newbridge’s music. An organic eclectic mix of Jazz, Folk, Afro and Soul in which she is able to express herself in the most honest and effortless manner – that’s Newbridge.

http://www.reverbnation.com/newbridgesounds

During the show we also showcased these artists:

CHRYCEE – BAD GIRL ANTHE

No doubt about it, Chrycee is a class act! For as long as she can remember music has been her life-long dream.

Growing up with a DJ father, Christine Charlemagne, known in the entertainment circles as Chrycee was constantly exposed to music of all genres.

Passionate and motivated, Chrycee is a firm believer in the beauty of dreams and that anything is achievable once you set your mind to it and give your all.

http://www.reverbnation.com/chrycee

IVORY TOWER PROJECT – WAY TOO LATE

Independent recording artists: Ivory Tower Project is a new breed of ‘old school’ rockers. Music for those who love the Classic Pop/Rock artists of the 70s and 80s.

RED HOT released in 2008 has received rave reviews and airplay on over 475 radio stations in 30 countries…

http://www.reverbnation.com/ivorytowerproject

JAMES COTTRIAL – DANCE DANCE DANCE

James writes highly personal and melodic songs to share a piece of his soul with the listener. Happy tunes, warming lyrics and raw passion for what he does makes James a must for those summer days

James brings a live energy and exuberance to his shows that simply cannot be captured on record.

http://www.reverbnation.com/jamescottriall

BIG KETTLE DRUM – MR WISHING WELL

Big Kettle Drum is a banjo slinging, foot stomping, suitcase kicking, slide guitar Americana band.

With the new album, Nantucket Circle, currently being featured on over 100 radio stations around the country, BKD is carving their own niche in the Americana landscape. Gritty, soulful vocals layered on to grooving bass lines, bluesy slide guitar licks, soaring harmonies and even wah-wah banjo create the unique sound that is Big Kettle Drum.

http://www.reverbnation.com/bigkettledrum

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