A couple of weeks ago I received an email newsletter from Joe and Vicky Price that made mention that they were nominated for an Independent Music Award in the Best Blues Album category. Wanting to support my favorite Iowa Bluesman I went and checked it out. What I found was a smorgasbord of Independent Recording Artists to discover.

From the IMA site:

Discover an eclectic mix of self-released & independent label talent culled from six continents. The Independent Music Awards celebrates artists that follow their own muse – with over 250 Nominees there’s plenty to please the most discerning music fans.

So do your part to support independent music. Listen, discover & champion your favorites.

It’s easy to get lost going through the different categories and artists. I have already found several bands whose material I have downloaded and will later give a quick profile on MusicLee Inclined. Go check it out and if you find something oters should hear please leave it in the comments or post it on our Facebook page.

Links:

Independent Music Awards

Nominees:Once here you can check out the different categories, join in the fun and register and vote.

Although it is not yet available in the United States, keep your ears open for Spotify. It appears that the music lover’s dream application may not be far away.

There are no restrictions in terms of what you can listen to or when. Forget about the hassle of waiting for files to download and fill up your hard drive before you get round to organising them. Spotify is instant, fun and simple.

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