Poor Folks, Live Well values  a variety of genres, with melodies and lyrics that stick. Each song is written with the unique potential of the individual song in mind, rather than squeezing and forcing the song to “fit” a particular style or set of songs. Through that attitude, there are soaring melodies that create tension and stay interesting yet familiar. These dynamics are well displayed throughout the debut LP entitled “Our Sore Nerves” released August 2010.

Since forming, Poor Fols, Live Well  has performed at The Vogue (Chelan), Caffe Mela (Wenatchee), Der Hinterhof (Leavenworth), Tildio Winery (Manson), The Chelan County Fair (Cashmere), and the CWU SURC Ballroom (Ellensburg), among many other festivals and venues.  And they’ve shared the stage with some great bands, including The Lonely Forest, Ghost Power, Red Means Go, Small Town Nation, Dylan Morrison, and A Hope Not Forgotten.

You can learn more about Poor Folks, Live Well by checking in at their website and at ReverbNation.

Please visit us at www.allstringsconsideredmusic.com.

JunkBelly's roots trace back through singer and lead guitar player, Wayne Evans. Wayne was the founding member of The Boogie Monsters in Reno, NV. After conquering the Reno scene, he moved the band to Austin, TX where they played many of the classic Austin venues and did some touring. With The Boogie Monsters, Wayne has graced the stage with such classic acts as the Fabulous Thunderbirds, Tommy Castro, Booker T Jones, Dick Dale, and many more. In 2008 Wayne moved to Wenatchee WA for family reasons and since has assembled some local heavy hitting musicians to form the valley's newest pop rockin blues band: JunkBelly.

Music: JunkBelly is a band of seasoned musicians who have made their individual trips around the block but still have the passion for music and the experience to know what they want from it. JunkBelly is a blues based pop/rock band that features original tunes that reflect influences such as The Allman Brothers Band, Ben Harper, Funk Brothers, SRV and Santana. A JunkBelly show will also surprise with deep cut covers and fresh new takes on classic favorites. These guys are in it to make music and leave the fluff to the pretty boys. Come and get some JunkBelly! Members Wayne Evans Vocals, Guitar Jeff Frantz Vocals, Guitar Keyboard Mike Gamble Bass Paul Mares Vocals, Drums. Find out more @ www.junkbelly.org and www.facebook.com/junkbelly

In November of 2008, a group of five sprouts banded together to form "A Version Of."  After one practice, it was clear this was official- the band was that “next big thing” in their lives.  There were droughts and famines but nothing dried their spirits.  These eager children pushed onward and recorded six songs themselves in their practice room.  Long hours and sleepless nights of recording, editing, mixing, printing, copying, and labeling took place.  Then in May 2009, a self-titled EP was finally released.  Consequently, pulse-wrenching and “sweaty-but-so-worth-it” shows came into place.

A Version Of is all about the live performance. Swinging guitars and microphones, or randomly making up an easy dance is their thing- anything to get the crowd moving as if they were band members.  For this band, shows are not a half hour of gloating or showing off but more a vaudeville.  The quintet plays the soundtrack to a night where you can yell out what you want, how you want it, and know it is heard.  It is their obligation to have you feeling loved and drenched by the end of the set. 

Check out "A Version Of" on MySpace.

Not All There (NAT) was formed in 1998 by two friend’s right after high school. The line-up eventually was Matthew singing (kind of) Joey on drums, and Jason playing bass.  By early 1999 NAT had finished recording its first CD title "Not Fit For Parents."  The band continued to record and in 2000 it unleashed "The Communist Party" on the world.  In 2001, with Pete from The Losers on guitar, NAT released "Toilet Humor."  In 2008, NAT started playing again, this time adding Dumpster Dave on guitar.  The band scored Dan for a bass player and released "You Suck" in 2009.  NAT's latest release in January of 2010 is "These Are Not The Songs You're Looking For." 

You can contact Not All There at http://www.myspace.com/werenotallthere

In 1991, Troy joined the Marine Corps and was stationed in Hawaii working in helicopter aviation.  After leaving the Marines in 1997, he continued with helicopter aviation which he does to this day. Troy has traveled the world, met many musicians and seen lots of life, which attribute to the worldly sound in his music.  During his travels he always packs a guitar or adds to his collection from local luthiers he discovers. 

In the summer of 2009, Troy released his first album “Out of Time For People Without Time” and currently is working on his next project that will include more vocals from his daughter Kristen McCamey.  A brief description of his music would be “Mindful poetry, acoustically blended with modern sounds, laden with thoughts and emotion.”

You can email Troy or learn more at his website.

WEC has put together its own annual Comafest Festival that features bands from all over Washington State. This year’s Comafest will be rockin’ August 22 at Centennial Park and will feature nine bands.

Check out Wide(eyed)Coma at MySpace.

Darnell Scott is a one of a kind musician up and coming presence in the world of blues, R&B, and soul. From childhood he enjoyed the music of such blues/rock artists as Jimi Hendrix, War, and Santana. Although Scott has had no formal guitar training, his exciting blend of blues, gospel, R&B and Classic Rock is rooted deep in his soul. His command of the guitar is unique and captivating, and he delivers a song with mesmerizing style and originality. The combination of his experience, influences, and his own expressive style is evident in the way he takes authority of his instrument.

Enhancing the talent of Scott are musicians chosen for their professional command of their instruments, stage presence, and knowledge of dynamics it takes to captivate an audience. Desert Blues provides a healthy dose of driving rhythm, soulful vocal performances, and searing blues guitar. Though accomplished in the studio, they are best savored in live performances.

You can learn more about Darnell Scott and where you can hear his terrific music at his website.

Check out Identity Unknown's MySpace site to listen to some tunes and get the whole scoop!