Those who best understand Phil Vassar – good-time, whirling-dervish-on-the-piano, hardest-working-man-in-country-music Phil Vassar – also understand the ongoing evolution of his mostly self-penned music. See for yourself inside! Watch two hot videos from Prayer of A Common Man!
Set for release in June, you are bound to hear some of Darryl Worley's sing off of his upcoming CD, Sounds Like Life, at the 2009 WYCD Hoedown! Watch the video now of his latest single! Reminisce with us and watch Darryl's video message sent to us during 99.5 WYCD's Operation Yellow Ribbon!
From Michigan to the US Marines, from American Idol to Nashville, and always back home to Michigan, we welcome Josh Gracin back home for the 2009 WYCD Hoedown! For those of you who may be new to the Josh Gracin Detroit phenomenon, here is a little background on our great friend, the Country Music Icon hailing from Westland! Watch the video inside!
When Lee Ann Womack was a little girl in Texas, helping her mother clean house on Saturday as they listened to country music on the radio, she already knew what she wanted to do with her life. From the opening strains of “Last Call,” on Lee Ann's latest CD Call Me Crazy, it’s apparent this is music lovingly created by an artist who is reveling in what she was born to do! Watch the video inside!
Singer/songwriter Trent Tomlinson is one of those rare performers whose music is as straight-ahead and unpretentious as he is. "My songs," he says simply, "are real-life situations with kick-ass guitar." "It's 'open a beer, sit in a lawn chair, let's have a party' country," he says of his music. "At the same time, the songs are saying, 'I have the ability to love you, to understand,' and at the end of the day all that matters is Mama and Daddy and going to heaven."
The Eli Young Band’s music has all the hallmarks of youth: passion, energy, excitement. Catch the passion in the video inside, "When It Rains" from their Jet Black & Jealous album!
Kelley and Kristy are musical counterparts and best friends. The girls had their first serendipitous meeting at a show in Michigan. Bomshel is: The joy that comes with letting down your guard and being yourself, no matter how wild, silly or serious you may feel at any given moment.
Hip Hop Country Rock, Blue-eyed Soul and Rock-n-Roll, mix it with the Blues and Ladies and Gentlemen, The Forbes Brothers. Fueled by the songwriting of Scott and Dennis Forbes, the band has forged a unique sound and style all its own. Drawing from a palette that includes country, blues, rock and Motown, the band creates music that transcends traditional categories!
At the intersection of Interstate 75 and Nine Mile Road, you will find "Hazel Park", Michigan. An unassuming suburb just outside of Detroit, lovingly dubbed "Hazeltucky" by its residents and just a stones throw from the original Model T factory. This is where JoCaine forges southern rock with Yankee pride. Back by popular demand to the 2009 WYCD Hoedown!
TJ Kelly is one of those rare artists who has it all; great singer, songwriter, and artist. It’s clear that he’s someone who doesn’t think in terms of limits, but one who sees everything being possible for his music and his career. The utterly moving single “Daddy’s Genes” tells the story about a boy who witnesses his family falling apart because of his father’s infidelities and vows to not act like him when he is older. TJ explains, “This song is based on my life. I want people everywhere to know that no matter how bad things were, you don’t have follow in your families’ footsteps. You make your own destiny.” Listen inside!
Brian Lorente and The Usual Suspects brings a tremendous amount of energy, drive and experience to every venue they play. They love their fans and they love country music, which makes them the perfect group to entertain any fun loving crowd that enjoys good music. "It Ain't Me It's The Music" inside!
The Mulch Brothers are one of the hottest and most talked about unsigned country music duos coming out of Nashville today. "Everyone digs the sound of The Mulch Brothers! It's down and dirty, earthy and mirthy, pleasing to the ear and sure to make you cheer! Nick and Mark Mulch have created a brand and a sound that grows on you!"
The WYCD Downtown Hoedown welcomes back for the third year in a row, Justine Blazer! She is a Michigan based world-class singer, national recording artist, BMI songwriter, guitarist, entertainer and musician performing all throughout the Midwest, playing over 120 shows a year regionally and nationally. Check out her brand new video "Red, White, and Blue" inside!
People Magazine recently named her one of “Nashville’s Hottest New Country Stars”, while Ebony Magazine crowned her “The Storyteller”, an artist “Breaking the Sound Barriers” in music! However, whatever the title, all do agree that Miko Marks is unprecedented, and on the frontlines of historic change. Listen inside!
An unforgettable voice, an unerring ear for a hit, and a heart as big as all outdoors – Ansel Brown has always possessed the attributes of the All American country star he was born to be. The fact that it took some living for him to figure it all out only makes his story – and his music – all the more compelling. Read and listen inside!
Intent on crafting original Alt-Country/Americana music and united by a love of solid, honest songwriting, The Wrenfields have proven to be one of the smartest-thinking, hardest-working, loudest-rocking country bands. More inside!
Terry is a very talented Multi Instrumentalist who plays all the instruments on his CD's, Drums, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Keyboards, Mandolin as well as all the Singing, Producing, Mastering, Mixing, Song Writing and Artwork, the only thing his doesn't do is make the actual CD's, which could soon change in the near future. (LOL!)
Dani loves to sing and grew up learning from her dad, who stood her on a piano bench at a very young age in front of a congregation of people. She's been at it ever since! Be sure to check her out at the 2009 WYCD Hoedown!
Longneck Strangler is more than just another country band. When Longneck Strangler overdrives Hank Williams Sr.’s “Hey Good Lookin’ ” to a swinging 140 beats per minute, is this country music? When Longneck Strangler applies steel guitar and the two-step to the Rolling Stones’ “Honky Tonk Woman”, is it only rock and roll? Merle Haggard, Johnny Cash, Rod Stewart, David Allan Coe, Queen, ZZ Top…it all gets Strangled.
J3 – comprised of sisters and best friends: Janel Badder, Jill Secen, and Jenny Sullivan – Their music tells a story, encourages and empowers you to feel the simple joys of life. The personalities of these three girls light up any room. They’re the complete package–beautiful, clever, and fun. Listen inside!
A staple at the 99.5 WYCD Hoedown! The Desperado Dancers know how to bring the party on! What's a weekend bash without some great country line dancing?
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