TheDavidBowersAwards

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By: David E. Bowers

TheDavidBowersAwards - Indie Music and Talk With The Artists Who Make ItTheDavidBowersAwards is an award-winning podcast promoting indie artists and their music world wide. Host David Bowers and co-host Jon BonJovial welcome some of the best indie artists in the world each week, talking with them, sharing their music stories. Free to listen, share and download - Accepting inquiries.

TheDavidBowersAwards presents Richard Lynch AND Cathleen Ireland
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Today at 6:25 PM

Richard Lynch returns to #TheDavidBowersAwards and #CathleenIreland joins for her debut on the show. Richard Lynch started his own band at 18 and it turned into a career of over three decades! He's a 'pure country' or 'classic country stylist and writes most of his own music from 'pure country' to 'outlaw country,' 'honky tonk' and 'western swing.'

Cathleen Ireland also composes most of her own songs and brings her style of good-times music as well as a tribute to her hometown! Cathleen brings her own brand of music best described as a 'lust letter to...


TheDavidBowersAwards presents Brady Kent plus The Graves Brothers
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Last Monday at 2:45 AM

#BradyKent is a newcomer to #TheDavidBowersAwards. A poet from London who has found a new place in the world as a songwriter, Brady writes from the heart and will collaborate with any artist looking for serious lyrics. Brady is also a successful writer with with several books published. Whatever your taste in music, you're almost guaranteed to like Brady's work.

#TheGravesBrothers, Tim and Tedd, are also first-timers on #TheDavidBowersAwards. They went in separate directions early in life in only to discover that they had a common goal. So, they got together to play some of the most...


TheDavidBowersAwards presents Eddy DelMonico
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11/02/2025

TheDavidBowersAwards presents Eddy DelMonico

Eddy DelMonico is an amazing indie artist who visits TheDavidBowersAwards us for the first time. Eddie grew up introverted and shy until his Mother told him, "I want you to sing like Ricky Nelson!" The rest is history ... a star was born!

Eddie DelMonico brings his original music to share as well as his amazing cover copies of some oldies music. Not only are these well-done but, they're amazing sound a-likes of the original! We're sure you're going to be impressed with this late-blooming 'up-and-coming' artist!


TheDavidBowersAwards presents Digney Fignus Album Reveal Special
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10/19/2025

TheDavidBowersAwards presents Digney Fignus Album Reveal Special

We are visited by the one and only Digney Fignus .... and then the fun begins! And, of course, some great music from this original and genre-bending artist. We review his latest LP, 'Black & White' with Digney and play some revealing tracks from it. Don't miss the fun AND the music!


TheDavidBowersAwards presents Sherise D'Souza and Rockstar101 w/ Durell Peart
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10/05/2025

Another installment of our celebrated series TDBA's #Rockstar101, this week ftg Durell Peart, acclaimed artist Mgr/Consultant PLUS, from Mumbai, Indian indie star Sherise DSouza!

Sherise D'Souza returns to TheDavidBowersAwards after a year of awards, travel, marketing and making amazing music! Sherise shares her newest hit, "Embrace This Love." Sherise also shares some personal thoughts of how she is carving her name into the music world.

Durell Peart returns with more sage advice to emerging artists on how to get started on the right foot in the music business . Long an advocate for indie artists...


TheDavidBowersAwards presents Yoyo xno
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09/28/2025

From Sweden (imported with NO excise taxes) Yoyo xno return to TheDavidBowersAwards as they promised a few weeks ago, with their newly-released album "PEARL"! In between wreaking havoc on the interview, the boys share tracks from an incredibly creative and original album of 'pearls' they have written and recorded over the years. I don't know if it was Yo or yo but one of them was constantly interrupting with shouts and comments but, they couldn't overshadow this collection with its diversity and originality! No matter what you liked about Yoyo xno in the past, you'll LOVE "Pearls"!


TheDavidBowersAwards presents DavidMartinez and Elvira Kalnik
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09/21/2025

By popular demand, David Martinez returns to TheDavidBowersAwards and with a hot new track. David is one of our most popular guests, having joined us more times than any other guest! This time he brings a rocking new release with a brand new sound. At the suggestion of his lovely wife Shawn, he adds horns for the very first time! Continuing to grow with new sounds, styles and fans, David Martinez shows that he is definitely "Here To Stay!"

Also in the studio, newcomer to the show, Elvira Kalnik. Get to know her with two of her...


TheDavidBowersAwards presents Grant Maloy Smith and Kevin Lucas
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08/31/2025

The David BowersAwards presents another 'Artists Special' - This week, our old friend Grant Maloy Smith returns and with a guest, his music partner in his latest adventure (which includes some unexpected videos!).

Amazing marimba player, Kevin Lucas joins Grant to talk about (and share) music from their current project, music videos of their music! They share five tracks and talk about recording them 'on location' in some really interesting places ... including one that was both crazy and, it turns out, dangerous!!! You don't want to miss THIS one!

Five amazing tracks from Grant and...


TheDavidBowersAwards presents Yoyoxno's Album Preview Special
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08/17/2025

Our old friends from Sweden, Yoyo xno, sit down with us on TheDavidBowersAwards this week to give us a sneak preview of their new album, 'PEARLS' (which you can pre-order now and will be released September 19).

Yoyo xno are a singing/songwriting duo who craft catchy messages in their lyrics and believe that music has something for everyone. They refuse to be pigeon-holed! Their music is crafted somewhat like ‘novelty’ tunes yet are solid pop/rock delivered in a direct-if-slightly-offbeat way.

Yo (and Yo) sit down with us and you in a fun hour-long exploration of t...


TheDavidBowersAwards presents SGU Artists In The Stars and SGU CEO Phyllis Salter Gann
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08/10/2025

The David BowersAwards presents another 'Artists Special' - This week presenting the Los Angeles-based hybrid rock band In The Stars from SalterGann Management. In The Stars has a high-energy, alternative rock sound they describe as "high energy melodic/alternative rock. They bring influences from bands like Green Day, Muse and FooFighters with a southern roots angle to create 'the In The Stars sound.' Three dedicated musician you can relate with and feel!

The band comes to TheDavidBowersAwards through their recent signing with SalterGann Management, and we are fortunate to have the CEO of SalterGann with us...


TheDavidBowersAwards presents Larry Pareigis-NineNorthLabel Group CEO, plus NineNorth artists Troy Kidder and Bradseth
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08/03/2025

With a degree in Mass Communications from Middle Tennessee State and a radio career including a Program Director of the year award, Larry Pareigis was a natural to head his own label/talent management company, Nine North Records Label Group. Larry shares his background and brings two of his artists.

Nine North artist Troy Kidder is a successful recording artist who is also president of Kidder Media marketing & public relations and is a "dad who likes to rock!" He is also an author, corporate trainer, husband and dad! In addition to sharing his music with us, Troy...


TheDavidBowersAwards present Fred Hostetler and Jacob Chacko
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07/27/2025

This week Fred Hostetler returns to TheDavidBowersAwards with new music. Fred, who co-founded the blues band 'Blue By Nature' with Karen Lawrence, has worked the majors including Johnny Winters. Jeff Beck and Graham Parker. His style can cross genres as demonstrated on his album, 'Blues Back Pages.'

Jacob Chacko is here for the first time after his single "Fallen Dreams" caught listeners attention on this show. Here he talks about his music and his own personal history. HIs music covers diverse subjects and sounds but comes from his own roots. His musical roots include Pop/Modern...


TheDavidBowersAwards presents Fred Hostetler and Jacob Chacko
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07/27/2025

This week Fred Hostetler returns to TheDavidBowersAwards with new music. Fred, who co-founded the blues band 'Blue By Nature' with Karen Lawrence, has worked the majors including Johnny Winters. Jeff Beck and Graham Parker. His style can cross genres as demonstrated on his album, 'Blues Back Pages.'

Jacob Chacko is here for the first time after his single "Fallen Dreams" caught listeners attention on this show. Here he talks about his music and his own personal history. HIs music covers diverse subjects and sounds but comes from his own roots. His musical roots include Pop/Modern...


TheDavidBowersAwards presents PJ Ferguson and Cammie Neely
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07/20/2025

PJ Ferguson returns to TheDavidBowersAwards with all new music and news of his and his band (Tennessee Strange). Merging classic rock influences with with early-70s rock and country-rock, they create an original sound and share what could become their 'signature song, Don't Tell Me What to Play.'

New to the show, Cammie Neely, takes center-stage like she owns it. This North Carolina native delivers intense lyrics from her own life experiences in a way that is all 'Just Cammie,' all the while maintaining her signature sound. She shares a preview track from her forthcoming...


TheDavidBowersAwards Presents MIKAYLA Returns!
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07/13/2025

TheDavidBowersAwards is proud and pleased to welcome back previous TDBA winner, MIKAYLA! Don't miss this special with Mikayla sneak-reviewing 5 new upcoming releases PLUS sharing her deeply personal and revealing story!


TheDavidBowersAwards presents Paul Nourigat and BKWH
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04/16/2025

Paul Nourigat returns to TheDavidBowersAwards with new music and some personal insights into his career and music.

We introduce UK hip hop artist BKWH ('Beckwith') who has exploded on the scene in Britain and is breaking in the US!

We also preview a new track from old friends, Wild Horse (also from the UK). Don't miss this episode and some great personal stories!


TheDavidBowersAwards presents Nicki Kris and Allyson Galloway
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04/09/2025

Nicki Kris AND Allyson Galloway return to TheDavidBowersAwards with more new music and their latest news and backstories.

Raleigh-based singer/songwriter/Grammy member Nicki Kris, long a favorite on the show, has music featured in award-winning films, TV shows, and on radio around the world. Billboard charting Nicki Kriss has been honored with Grammy nominations for 8 years. She is a leader and mentor to other artists as well as a star in her own right.

Allyson Galloway creates music from her life experiences and wants people to know they are not alone in this crazy...


TheDavidBowersAwards presents Rogues of Chaos and Lady Miranda
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03/29/2025

Two brand new guests this week. Rogues of Chaos is a high-powered west coast 7-piece super band bringing in-your-face raw power songs of freedom, fun and passion. Christina and Jerry sit with us and talk about the group, their music and their purpose.

Lady Miranda is a multi-award-winning multi-genre singer/songwriting sensation ready to explode in today's music world. She doesn't cross genres, she MELDS them into 'Lady Miranda music!' And inspiration to everyone who dreams of a career in music.

We also feature a brand new release from old friends, Ritchie Dave Porter...


TheDavidBowersAwards presents D Boone Pittman & the Fugitives PLUS VooDooMirage
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03/23/2025

D Boone Pittman talks of his life as a singer/songwriter from Kentucky, the disastrous floods of 2022 and his just-released single, 'That's Low.' His last single, 'East of Ravenna,' spoke of the floods that ravaged the region of his birth.

VoodooMirage is one of several indie bands who call on Joe Booe. Joe tells us about his work with these bands and of VoodooMirage's music, including their latest, 'Break These Chains.' Joe's dedication to his craft is legendary.

We also share the inspirational anthem of tragedy and resilience 'We Rise L.A...


TheDavidBowersAwards presents Midnight Sky and The Reverent Cavaliers
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03/16/2025

Two returning guest-winners headline TheDavidBowersAwards this week. First, Tim Tye and Midnight Sky bring us their newest release as well as the behind-the-scenes story of how it was written. With the release of 'White Heat,' the chart-topping Americana/country group come back with a new, raw intensity unlike their previous releases.

We also welcome back the Reverent Cavaliers, who have become literally a family band who take us on a 'Prayer Walk' and explain how the song came to be. We also dive in to the family group and learn how it came to be. The...


TheDavidBowersAwards presents David Martinez (from SXSW) and Stephen Sol
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03/09/2025

Once again, our man in Texas, David Martinez is reporting from SXSW and this time with a new twist ... he's bringing us a brand new release! David debuts "My Sweet Love" and gives us the feel of what's going on at SXSW.

We're also joined by a newcomer to the show. Stephen Sol joins us from Washington, D.C. Stephen is and artist who weaves emotive lyrics into captivating songs. This is definitely an artist we will definitely be hearing MORE from.

We also feature a new release from another recent guest, 'Crazy Me For...


TheDavidBowersAwards presents Suzi Kory and Kelly Riley
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02/28/2025

Suzy Kory returns to TheDavidBowersAwards with a brand new release and lot of behind-the-scenes action going on in the life and career of an indie artist. Suzi shares her breaking new single, "1975" and a special story of a special encounter.

Kelly Riley is an award-winning singer/songwriter with a style highlighted by creative lyrics. Kelly also holds a Bachelors Degree in Music and teaches for Berklee College of Music. She shares her newest release, "Let Those Bridges Burn."

We also feature Stephen Sol and his soul-stirring, introspective new single, "Eternal Peace."


TheDavidBowersAwards presents Nicki Kris and Allyson Galloway
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02/15/2025

Nicki Kris returns to TheDavidBowersAwards with new music and a new attitude! This time Nicki is unleashing her rock personna in 'Unleashed," an album that proves this singer/songwriter can belt out a good rock tune with the best of them!

Recent winner Allyson Galloway also returns with new music. Her hit "Shaped Like a Storm" introduced her to legions of new fans and she follows up with the powerful "Bullet Holes in My Wedding Dress."

We also feature a new release by our old friends, Yoyo xno, MANA (Make America Nice Again)! Listen anytime...


TheDavidBowersAwards presents Paul Nourigat and Mojo Marc
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02/01/2025

TheDavidBowersAwards presents Portland's Pop/Americana star Paul Nourigat and Washington DC's Mojo Marc!

Paul Nourigat is a self-made singer/songwriter whose songs tell the stories of life ... maybe yours! And Mojo Marc is an amazing breakout neo soul rock who's rocking his way up.

We also sample 'Poor Girls Paradise' by previous #TDBA winner Shannon Stamper! Be sure to give the link to your friends so they can listen, too!

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