--- In audities@yahoogroups.com, Michael Bennett <mrhonorama@a...> wrote:

> Hey everyone --
>
> I just got a copy of the second album from the Austin,
> TX band Sparkwood.  I really dug their first album (a
> 2001 release).  So far, this sounds wonderful.  They
> come from the lighter side of the pop spectrum --
> Fountains Of Wayne, Ben Folds, The Davenports and
> Steve Ward/Cherry Twister are names that come to mind
> -- they don't sound like any of them, but cover
> similar turf.  There are a few tunes here with
> dazzling arrangements and right now I'm playing "Ready
> for the Day", which has an instrumental break that is
> chill bump inducing.
>
> Anyway, I think this is prime Audities material and a
> lot of folks here would like it.  They have a website,
> sparkwood.com, so, if you feel compelled, check it
> out.
>
> Mike Bennett

Hi Mike,

I couldn't agree more.  I just got the CD last night and am now playing it
for the second time.  It's absolutely wonderful!  Cherry Twister is
definitely a good call, and I think Jellyfish fans would like the chord
structures as well.

They have also accepted my invitation to play IPO Chicago, and I'm very much
looking forward to seeing them there!
--
Pop Rules!!!!!
Take Care,
David