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(Album Review) “Road To Rome” by SARAH POTENZA

Sarah Potenza's new album, "Road To Rome, begins with the words "I work for me!".  It begins the battle cry of a woman who is ready to take on the world, and I think she can do it without breaking her stride.  This woman sounds like she has been holding back too long and she … Continue reading (Album Review) “Road To Rome” by SARAH POTENZA

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(Album Review) “Off at 11” by JD SIMO

I first saw JD Simo https://www.simo.fm when he played our A.B.A.T.E. of Iowa motorcycle Freedom Rally. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/abate-of-iowa-freedom-rally-tickets-52220733620 It's an adults-only rally, no one under 18 admitted, but by that time he'd already been touring a couple years; even though he was still only 17. He's been breaking rules ever since.    I remember being backstage and … Continue reading (Album Review) “Off at 11” by JD SIMO

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(Album Review) “Mama Said Rock Is Dead” by JOHN DIVA & THE ROCKETS OF LOVE

John Diva & The Rockets Of Love are releasing their first album entitled "Mama Said Rock Is Dead" on February 8th.  John has been referred to as a blonde Adonis. What romance writer could resist checking him out? He is certainly pretty enough as are a couple of his band members, and a couple of … Continue reading (Album Review) “Mama Said Rock Is Dead” by JOHN DIVA & THE ROCKETS OF LOVE

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(Album Review) “Take It With You” by KATIE KNIPP

Editor's Note:  I would like to welcome another Iowan to the fold, her name is Chris McCormick, but she goes by MaggieMae50.  She will be contributing on an occasional basis covering the world of blues, classic rock, and singer/songwriter style of music.  This woman has one of the most open minds when it comes to … Continue reading (Album Review) “Take It With You” by KATIE KNIPP