LOUIE ALLEN - "RED NECK ALLEY"

Do you wanta' hear a real, honest to God country singer singing some of the best country songs to come down the Nashville Pike?   Get this CD quick!   It's on the "Buckin' Records" label.   Produced by James Williams, and he also had a hand in writing 6 of the 11 cuts. IW Picks ... Don't even try ... just sit back and enjoy all 11 cuts . Email cody40@bellsouth.net

CYNDA BENNETT - CYNFINITY MUSIC

This girl has got to be heard!!   Radio .. please .. here's your chance to discovery a ready-made Star.   Cynda also wrote 7 of the 8 songs on this CD.   The IW Picks are ... " CHILL PILL " ... " WIDOW'S PRAYER " and "COWBOY UP".      www.cyndabennett.com

CON HUNLEY - "THAT OLD CLOCK"

Con's back with another hit from his "SHOOT FROM THE HEART" CD.   DeeJays ... you won't go wrong by programming Con's music.   Your audience will love you! It's on the IMMI Record label. (866) 900-IMMI

LOVETT SISTERS - "COLLEEN & CHAR"

You can always bet on Comstock to be promoting only the absolute in country music. And, Coleen & Char are living proof, that country music "IS" still alive. This CD has 2 cuts including the Conway Twitty hit ... "Hello Darlin".   I just Lovett!!   www.lovettsisters.com or fara@comstockrecords.com

CHELSEA RADFORD

Chelsea has made a great attempt at singing two rather difficult songs .. "THE FIRST TIME EVER I SAW YOUR FACE"   and "THE WIND BENEATH MY WINGS".   Chelsea, you have a great future, but I suggest you mature a bit more before recording great standards like these.   Although ... I'm sure your producer must have some big plans ahead for you.   Hang in there!   Oh! .. Chelsea is on the Comstock label (480) 951-3115

MISTY SHADDUCK

Here's another new artist on Comstock.   You have great potential Misty.   But .. I just don't hear an earth-shaking performance on these songs.   "DADDY'S HANDS" simply must be performed with great emotion, and I just didn't hear it!   "CHILDHOOD DREAMS" is a good song, but again, you didn't seem to be "in the mood" for giving it your all.   You have a great producer, but when it's all said and done ... it's up to you!   www.comstockrecords.com

LAINI RISTO

All I can say is ... God, what a voice!! Here's 2 covers .. "BLUE" and "HE THINKS I STILL CARE".   Laini ... you're the best!   I love your music.   www.lainiristo.com   On the Comstock label.

ANDY STEWART - "I DON'T WANT TO NEED YOU"

This is on Tamara Records, and was produced by Michael Radford.   So .. it should be good and the truth is, I think Andy knows his stuff when it comes to singing country!!   Nothing lacking here.   Keep up the good work Andy. Tamara Records (615) 415-3536 & www.andyjoestewart.com

TOM LAVERTY - "STORM"

Here's 12 of the best cuts I've ever reviewed.   Vocalist's like Tom makes my job so great!   All the songs are cover's but the production, engineering and vocals make them all come alive again.   IW PICK CUTS   ... 'RIDIN' OUT THE STORM" .. "MRS. ROBINSON" .. "TICKET TO RIDE" and "FIELDS OF GOLD".   A Trevor Smyth Production

NEW COUNTRY - VOLUME #32

New Country is back with another 9 cut CD, which includes productions by James Williams - Frank Gosman - Bud Logan - Doug Alan & Garrick Alden - Ron Cornelius - Jim Cooper - and - Mark Allan Thompson .. so, it has to be a great CD.   Artists are FLOYD FLOWERS-JOHNNY ANTHONY-JOHN CONLEE-DOUG ALAN-CHRIS GRAY-MIKO MARKS-TRESA JORDAN-CYNDA BENNETT and JIM ARP.   IW PICKS ... "SINCE YOU MOVED OUT, I MOVED HER IN" - PASS IT ON" - "NOT BAD FOR A GOOD OLE' BOY" - "I TURN TO COUNTRY" & "COWBOY UP".   James Williams Promotions - (615) 264-3456

KEN DARELLE and BRIMSTONE
Buy this CD "IF" you have a 'hankering' for some "real" Honky Tonk Band Music or maybe you can get these guys to work that next church picnic.   I guarantee you will like their music.   Don't expect anything "Nashville slick", cause it ain't on this CD.   The out of tune guitars and wavering tempo reminds me of the Waylors! IW Picks ... Ahhh Heck ... just sit back and enjoy all 10 cuts . www.brimstoneband.com

KEN DARELLE - "ANOTHER PLACE, ANOTHER TIME"
Here's the Leader of the Brimstone Band. Kinda reminds me of Waylon, so he's right at home with the Brimstone Waylors. There's no pretense about ole Ken... he's just plain country.   God, I long for them days gone by!   Keep it up Ken, I love your music. The IW Picks are ... " NEW SOUTH ROCK and ROLL " & " DAVIDS HARP ".   brimstoneband@hotmail.com

RICKY LEE SHATTUCK - " MY DESTINY"
Ricky be very happy that this is your debut album.   The only way you can go with the next one is UP!   Why in the world did your producer let you record 13 songs written by the same writer?   That's a risky move even for a seasoned artist.   While the songs are well written, they are just plain "nowhere".   The CD is not bad ... not good, but you do have a great future. www.rickyleeshattuck.com. IW Picks ... " YOU'RE IT " & "MIDDLE OF THE ROAD"

JENNY CASEY -   "IT'S   ABOUT DAMN TIME"
Nobody opened the door for Jenny ... she personally kicked it off the hinges!   This is her debut album, and I enjoyed every cut.   Sure .. it's about her life, but her lyrics bodes well for about a gazillion other women.   Some of her lines just kill me, like .." he'll eat anything with gravy on it" . Wake up Nashville!   This lady has served her time!!! www.jennycasey.com.   IW Pick Hits are "PLANS", "MY TURN", "I THOUGHT WRONG", GROWN WOMAN", AND "GET IN LINE"

JUSTUS and the MONTANAS .. "AMERICANA GOLD"
Nothing like good ole' cowboy music by good ole' cowboy singers!    Here's 11 cuts of some serious American cowboy music.   These guys are the best and have an honest to God true cowboy singin' sound. Put this CD in, turn up the volume and enjoy it all. Looks like Comstock Records continues their Hit CD tradition. www.justusandthemontanas.com

M-T-M - "VOL. #17"
Mark Trail Music .. Mark has sure packed this Volume #17 with ALL HITS. There's 18 cuts of the best Indie country music you'll find anywhere.   TOMMY TOWNSEND, RANDY ARCHER, TIN RIDGE BAND, CLEAR BLUE 22, BILLY YATES, J.T. AUSTIN, SYLVIA, CODIE PREVOST, J. RON THOMPSON & THE CARTER BOYS, J.C. ANDERSON, PATRICK RILEY, CISSY McCAA, FLETCHER JOWERS, AARON KELLY, RUSTIE BLUE, MARC CHRISTIAN, AIMEE PETTERSON, JOHN FOSTER

J. C. ANDERSON - "WHEN THE TIDE ROLLS IN"
This boy is as professional as anything in Nashville.   Great singer, songs, productions, musicians, engineers. This guy has what it takes!   IW Picks are "LEANIN'".." HEARTS AND HORSES'.. "A KISS AWAY" .. "ALL ALONG" .   www.jcanderson.com

PADDY O'BRIEN - "UNTIL THE NEXT TIME"
This Irish country artist has put together an album of some of country music's best hits, and he sings them as if he owned them.   Great renditions Paddy!   We love your music. www.paddyobrien.com   IW Picks are "LONG BLACK VEIL" , "HEAR THE WIND BLOW", "SHE WEARS MY RING", "WALKING PIECE OF HEAVEN", "I'M A FOOL", "CRYING TIME", "MANSION ON THE HILL" On Sunnyside Discs/Comstock Records

WHERE I BELONG - Laini Risto
Just reviewed Laini Risto's CD.   It's different, and a pleasant mix of MOR with a country flavor. Buy the CD at http://www.lainiristo.com/.   IW Pick Hit's are ... " THE FAMILY TREE " & " I'M GONNA BE YOUR LAST DANCE "

LIZ TALLEY - "ROAD TO YOU"
It's just simply a great album.   This Lady knows how to get it done!!   www.liztalleymusic.com The IW Pick Hits are ... " CLOSE UP THE HONKYTONKS " & " TEXAS IN YOUR SWING "

CON HUNLEY - " SHOOT FROM THE HEART"
WOW! This CD contains the greatest selection of favorites ever by one of country's greatest performers of "our" music.   Such an album may only come together once in a lifetime.   Do whatever necessary to get a copy of this CD. http://www.conhunley.com/. IW Pick Hits ... " EVERY SINGLE CUT ON THE ALBUM "

LAINI RISTO -   ""COMSTOCK RECORDS" "
When you listen to this 2-song CD from Frank Fara's Comstock Records, you'll understand why straight ahead country music will always be a most favored music style. fara@comstockrecords.com IW Pick Songs are "WALKIN' AFTER MIDNIGHT"   & " THE FAMILY TREE".

RACHEL RAYE .. "RR"
Rocky Promotions has discovered a future Country Star.   Sturdivant has produced another winner, and Junction Entertainment should be on the phone with every show promoter in the U.S.   The production of this CD is excellent but the song selection could be a little better.   All in all ... a great introduction of Rachel's talent.   Check out her website at http://www.rachelraye.com/
IW Pick Songs: "MAYBE SOMEDAY" & "GONE" .

NEW COUNTRY - "VOL. 31 FEB. / MAR. 2005"
James Williams Promotions has released a compilation CD which contains the very best of 'New Country' talent.   IW picks are .. FLOYD FLOWERS - MOLLIE CASTLE - MIKO MARKS - RACHEL RAYE - JUDY SUTTON - LOUIE ALLEN - JOHNNY ANTHONY - RICKY LEE SHATTOCK - CHRIS GRAY - COLE PORTER - HEINRICH DOC WOLF - SHAWN MICHAEL PERRY.   I just realized, I've picked them all!   James Williams 615-264-3456

COLE PORTER - "POETIC JUSTICE"
Here's a really good CD album from Cole Porter.   Seems to include some very personal songs that gives the listener much to reflect on.   IW Picks are "IT WASN'T SUPPOSED TO BE LIKE THIS" .. "THAT REALLY WASN'T ME" .. "SADDLE THE WIND"

IT'S A COUNTRY THANG - "T. J. NELSON"
Well .... if you're looking for real country music by a real country performer, try this album. www.tjnelson.net   IW Pick is "ONLY A FOOL".

SEAN PATRICK McGRAW - "SONGS FOR SATURDAY NIGHT "   What a great album!!! All songs and presentations by Sean are "Star" quality.   IW PICKS are ... "ANYONE BUT YOU" & "HONEY DO". Order this CD from www.seanpatrickmcgraw.com

WOW! Wanta' swing?   They call it "Kickin' Western Swing".   I call it "Kickin' Ass Western Swing". Find it at http://www.jazzabillies.com/ IW PICK HITS ARE .. I really can't decide, so enjoy them all!

J J BARON - "BRAND NEW STRANGER"
I've never heard of this guy, but I'll bet his future in the music industry will be huge.   He's good!!!   IW PICK CUTS .. "`BRAND NEW STRANGER'" .. "OPEN DOOR" .. "WILDFLOWER" . www.RhodyRecords.com

PATRICK JOHN RILEY - "BEST OF MY LIFE"
Another 3-name country performer.   I liked this CD.   Originals with fresh ideas. IW PICKS .. "SWEET SURRENDER" .. "CHILD AGAIN" .. & .. "THINGS ARE BAD" . patriley@msn.com

AMERICAN MADE - "SMOKIN' JOE MEHOLICK"
Man ... I like this guy!   He's as country as muddy water.   Produced by long-time great Buster Doss. IW PICKS .. "YOU CAN'T LIVE WITH 'EM" - "BEER BOTTLE BROWN" www.smokinjoecountry.com

CODIE PREVOST - "THE ROAD AHEAD"
I liked the album, but I'm not sure if Codie's music should be called country.   So, I'll call it just good! IW PICKS .. " NOT JUST THE BEER TALKIN'" .. "HE'S NOT ME" .. & .. "WOMEN 101" www.codieprevost.com