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JESSICA KING
When Jessica King sings she sings from the soul. At an age when most gals are consumed with shopping and getting ready for their learners permit King was already a fixture on the Atlanta music scene. A tryout for Lilith Fair and a relocation later this singer-songwriter is belting out for Augusta music fans.
LL-For those unfamiliar with Jessica King how about a history lesson.
LL-I was reading on your website about tryouts that you performed at for Lilith Fair. How did that come about?
LL-So how was that whole experience? What was the vibe like with the other performers?
LL-So you released a CD entitled Tequila Mockingbird a while back. Any particular meaning behind the title?
LL-How do you feel you have changed between that CD release and now?
LL-Now I know many, including myself, have been asking when you're gonna release another CD. Any hope for that happening anytime soon?
LL-So it seems like you've had many bright musical moments the past few years. Anything stand out as the top moment of them all?
LL-Some folks have also noticed that in addition to your originals you play a pleasantly untypical mix of covers. Any reason why those particular songs?
LL-Any of those artists direct influences on Jessica King?
LL-As we head into the close of 2007, what can we expect from Jessica King in 2008?
LL-Thanks so much for taking the time to answer these questions!
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INNER CITY EXPRESS
Formed in August 2005 as a three-piece group Harrison Georgia band Inner City Express over the years has morphed into a solid rock quartet featuring Amber Carter (Lead Vocals), Brad Garner (Rhythm/Lead Guitar),Stan Garner (Bass Guitar) and Vince Tanner (Drums/Vocals). Lokal Loudness spoke to Tanner prior to the band making its Augusta debut.
LL-So first off, I understand that one of you has connections to the Augusta area.
LL-Will December 1st at Joe's Underground be Inner City Express' first time in Augusta?
LL-Judging from your myspace page you are listed as being a rock/indie/classic rock band but your influences are really all over the map.
How do you contain all those different influences in one little band?
LL-You guys are from Harrison and play a lot in Sandersville. What's it like to be a band in a small town and how often do you get out to the "big city"?
LL-Now Inner City Express has been around for at least a little while. You recently added Amber on vocals. What has been the biggest difference from just being "the guys in the band" to now having a lady present?
LL-So what would you say a typical Inner City Express show is like?
LL-With a fun rock & roll band there's always gonna be crazy moments. Any great show stories?
LL-On a more serious note, you guys play gigs that include covers, originals or both. Do your originals reflect your cover choices or vice versa in any way?
LL-What's the one thing you'd like to accomplish as a band that you feel you may not have accomplished yet?
LL-Thanks again guys, we look forward to seeing you at Joe's Underground on December 1st!
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TARA SCHEYER As part of celebrating Mother's Day Lokal Loudness has decided to talk to some "Mommy Rockers" on the Augusta Music scene. Despite a busy schedule with running a business and household Tara Scheyer, onetime frontwomen of Snapdragon and the Half Shirt Leroys, took the time to answer a few questions.
LL-So what have you been up to lately? Anything musical?
LL-What would you say has been the biggest difference between your pre-mommy days and now being a mommy.
LL-Has being a parent changed the way you look at or write and peform music?
LL-What would you say to your son if somewhere down the road he develops a desire to become a musician?
LL-Did your own parents have any musical tendencies?
LL-Back in the day when you were touring and recording with Snapdragon did you ever think about one day settling down and becoming a parent? If so, what did you think?
LL-You are actually married to a musician as well which seems to not be odd for most of the married female musicians in Augusta. Do you think this is an Augusta thing or the norm for married female musicians?
LL-Do you ever play kiddy songs for your children? If so what?
LL-Any advice for women wanting to try and balance music and family life?
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ALLISON FOSTER
She has been praised by the likes of Big Al Beasley and American Skin's Bryan Panowich. Her songs are sometimes felt in the most gutteral of places. She's the furthest thing from an Augusta pop diva. Allison Foster is a rock chick through and through. Just ask any of the guys.
With just enough sass to toughen up the girls and the right amount of heart to soften up the guys, Augusta's Allison Foster has arrived to chip a new notch in the belt of Augusta female musical history!
LL-First off, you just seemed to drop out of nowhere last year, who
exactly
is this acoustic gal rocker known as Allison Foster?
LL-So who and what drove you to get into this singer-songwriter biz?
LL-On the other hand, what did you ENJOY most about being away from
home?
LL-Singer-Songwriters in the area have been known to move away, try
other
area. People like Steven Jackson, Tara Scheyer, and even Josh Pierce.
Any
plans on ditchin' us Augusta folks anytime soon?
LL-What about just gigging out of town anytime soon?
LL-So decribe the ultimate gig.
LL-There are a few, maybe not a ton, but a few women performers here in
Augusta. What makes Allison Foster different than the rest of them?
LL-Now I know you've been asked, and we're gonna ask as well, cuz Big
Al
(Beasley) REALLY wants to know, when is Augusta gonna get a new Allison
Foster CD?
LL-And when we get this new platter, what can we expect?
LL-Any duets?
LL-Sorry, just funnin ya...but seriously, any duets? Sorry! Any
parting
words or shots for the Augusta peeps before ya go?
LL-Thanks Allison!
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