Green Line Cafe

TOM THUMB
Indie / Folk / Spanish pop

Quietly, ever so quietly… there is a profound and amazing modern folk movement going on in Boston. At the heart of that revival and beauty is The best Boston Record Released to date in the young 2008. It’s “The Taxidermist” by Andy Arch whose nom de guerre – Tom Thumb – serves and describes him well. You see, Andy has a very pleasant, easy-going nature. But this appearance belies the fact that this artist is a ferocious tiger – a quality that emerges during performances and recording. Andy performs all parts and instruments on the tracks on “The Taxidermist” with few exceptions. They have a term for this – I believe it’s called genius… (But I won’t say that because it would upset Andy.) I saw this first hand when Tom played one of the RSL Live Music Showcases in Cambridge. (All the performers were great – my jaw was on the floor half the night.) The music of Tom Thumb is a an absolute feather in Boston’s cap. “The Taxidermist” gets 4 of 5 stars! It’s a must have record for acoustic and folk lovers!

KELLY AND THE RUTHS
Folk / Acoustic / Jazz

“Alone or accompanied by a six-piece band, this seasoned musician is known for her soothing stage performance and entrancing vocals. Compared by fans to such musicians as Norah Jones, Feist, and She & Him, Kelly Ruth has a unique style that speaks–and sings–for itself.” -www.phillysongwriters.com

“It’s a given that when Kelly Ruth steps on stage she will enchant her audience with the smooth sounds of her jazzy lyrics. But this solo artist doesn’t require a guitar to get her fans snapping along to her folk music vibrations-all she needs is an upright bass… Her enthusiasm for creating positive change is just one thing that sets Kelly Ruth apart from other artists. The release of her debut album, Wild Things, has revealed her raw talent for original songwriting, with the floating melodies of “Sunny Day Love” and “Hush Darling” catching the ears of folk, pop, and jazz lovers alike.”
-www.cdbaby.com

BRANDON MORSBERGER
Experimental / Other / Blues