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Mudfish (Sink or Swim) CD The band “Mudfish” has released their debut CD of old-time traditional music. Some tunes such as “Stay All Night” and “Sail Away Ladies” may be familiar, while others are less well known. With both instrumentals and vocals, the CD’s 13 songs include guitar, banjo, mandolin, and fiddle (with a jaw’s harp and stand- up bass thrown in on a few songs for good measure). The four members of Mudfish live in Manteo, Chapel Hill and Hillsborough. The CD is $10, plus $3 shipping and handling. Call band member Steve Harrison at (252) 473-4830 or e-mail him at raleighwood@juno.com |
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"Redheaded Stepchild” Country music CD "Redheaded Stepchild” presents 12 country-style songs written by singer-songwriter Ray Presnell. Presnell, who lives in Mocksville, offers up titles such as “Hug and a Slug,” “Internet Lovin,” “Rage on the Road,” and “Sweepstake Blues.” Presnell’s songs have made the Top 40 Independent Country Songs Charts. Musician Mitch Snow of Thomasville performs backup vocals and plays all instruments on the CD. $12.95 includes shipping. Send check or money order to PMC Records, 349 McCullough Road, Mocksville, NC 27028, or e-mail fret12@2it.net, or call (336) 751-4860. |
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“Without You” Singer, composer and performer Richard Simmons’ “Without You” contains ballads and tunes that celebrate the Lord. Songs from the 10 titles include “Heart Collector,” “Are you Washed,” “Happy Wheels of Joy” and “Resting Place.” The Bertie County-born musician has made television appearances on “America’s Gospel Favorites,” “Carolina Calling,” and “Gospel Music Television.” Simmons was nominated “Pianist of the Year” by Singing News and took awards for “Male Quartet of the Year” (2002), “Voice of the Gospel Impact Award” (2000), and “New Artist of the Year” (2000). Call (407) 622-4600 or visit www.richardsimmonsmusic.com. |
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“Bout Time” CD Fans of Snow Creek Old Tyme Band urged Jerry George and his group to make a CD, and after many years it’s “Bout Time.” Traditional music favorites from the Stokes County-based band include “Black Eyed Suzie,” “Shortnin’ Bread,” “Cricket on the Harp,” “Uncle Joe,” “Red River Valley” and “Amazing Grace.” $14.95. Visit www.oldtimeband.com or e-mail Mitch Boss (who plays the bones) for instructions on sending a check at mboss@oldtimeband.com. |
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Mayberry music Carol
Johnson’s tape offers classic, uplifting religious tunes.
The 12 titles from the Mount Airy musician's cassette “How
Great Thou Art” include hymns such as “Amazing Grace,” “Rock
of Ages,” “Sweet By and By,” and “What a
Friend.” Tapes can be purchased by sending a check for $7.95,
which includes tax and shipping, to Carol Johnson, 224 Beth Lane,
Mount Airy, N.C. 27030. For inquiries, |