The Sober Café Podcast

"Slowbriety"

20 Jun 2006 00:15:14 CST

The songs on "Slowbriety" range from soft southern classic rock (ala the Allman Bros.) to Bob Dylan with a country flavor, to high-powered (well, more like higher powered) rock 'n roll reminiscent of Dire Straits.

"Destination X"

28 Jun 2006 00:16:44 CST

Former Virgin Recording Artist Danny Tate is back on the scene with a full-length recording that outdoes all of his previous releases combined. Tate succeeds at his quest to send out a clear message of gritty truth about the struggles between spirit and flesh.

"By My Own Hand"

07 Jul 2006 00:16:26 CST

Jack Sundrud may be best known as a member of the group Poco. As a songwriter, he had a #1 by Ty Herndon in '99, as well as cuts by several artists including Poco, The Judds, Kenny Rogers, Ricochet, Jenai, 4Runner, The Persuasions, Michael Johnson, Helen Darling, Venice, and The Forrester Sisters.

"Learning To Live Again"

07 Jul 2006 00:13:13 CST

For over twenty years, Ray W. crafted songs for various Nashville publishers, accumulating sixty-four cuts and three top ten singles with such artists as Brooks and Dunn and Lonestar. In 2000, Ray returned to his hometown in Georgia to regroup after getting into recovery, realizing he not only had to change playgrounds and playmates, but the type of music he wrote as well. He’s always written songs about life as he sees it and now that includes life in recovery.

"Mercy Now"

19 Jul 2006 00:20:51 CST

Mary Gauthier's "Mercy Now" scored #12 on Harp's 50 Greatest Albums of 2005, #3 on NY Daily News' Best Albums of 2005, and made the Chicago Sun-Times' Top 2005 Albums List. "Gauthier continues to write provocative songs that have a weary wise edge that's perfect for her rich smoky vocals. Due to the darkly noirish lyrics, these aren't pretty songs. Instead, they have a soulful, aching grace that pulls no punches."

"Funky As A Diaper"

26 Jul 2006 00:12:17 CST

"Uncle Jim – Funky As a Diaper" is a collection of twelve original humorous and joyful children's tunes written and performed by Jim Mayer (voted Best New XM Kids Artist). It's engineered by two-time Grammy award winner and Hall of Fame Engineer, Alan Shulman, with guest performers such as Grammy award-winning saxophonist Jeff Coffin, former Arrested Development singer Nadirah Shakoor and Larry Byram of Steppenwolf fame. Jim Mayer's CD, "Funky As A Diaper," is available online at SunlightOfTheSpiritMusic.com.

"Vezner & Songs"

08 Aug 2006 00:15:11 CST

Grammy award-winning songwriter Jon Vezner is a tunesmith of rare sensitivity and dry wit. His catalogue of recorded songs, topped by the poignant Where’ve You Been, reflects his straight-to-the heart sensibility and sensitivity. Vezner weaves the particulars of his own feelings with the lives of people he has known into universal themes that deeply touch listeners’ emotions. Jon Vezner's CD, "Vezner & Songs," is available online at SunlightOfTheSpiritMusic.com.

"True"

21 Aug 2006 00:16:23 CST

Sonia Lee is a 2006 Kerrville New Folk Finalist. Producer Kim McClean and a cast of 'A List' musicians helped capture Sonia Lee's 'True' voice on this album of self-penned and co-written anthems and touching ballads composed from her own life. Her CDs are available online at SunlightOfTheSpiritMusic.com.

"When Love Was Just A Word"

28 Aug 2006 00:16:16 CST

Kim Parent been called The Singer’s Singer. Parent was listed in Music Row Magazine’s Top Ten Award for singing on the most country hits of 2001. Her vocals can be heard on CDs by Faith Hill, Tim McGraw, Jo Dee Messina, Reba Mc Entire, Joe Diffie, Sherrie Austin, Jessica Andrews, Aaron Tippin, Billy Rae Cyrus, Kenny Rogers, Don Williams, Phil Vasser, and many other artists. Kim Parent's CD, "When Love Was Just A Word," is available online at SunlightOfTheSpiritMusic.com.

"Twelve Songs"

01 Sep 2006 00:28:46 CST

With the twelve steps as her north star, Mary Lyn’s journey is reflected in songs that will appeal to anyone at any stage of recovery. Her contagious joy shines from the stage and her music is sure to bring strength and encouragement to everyone. Mary Lyn's mission is to share her recovery and carry the twelve step message in music. She has performed at recovery festivals, conventions, and private fundraising events across the United States, including the Long Beach Freedom Festival, Founder's Day in Temecula, and C.A. World Convention in Los Angeles, RecoveryFest in Nashville, TN, SoberJam in New Orleans, LA, and the 41st Annual Women's Convention in Las Vegas, NV. Twelve Songs has sold over 2,000 copies since its release. Mary Lyn's CD, "Twelve Songs," is available online at SunlightOfTheSpiritMusic.com.

"One Man's Walk"

08 Sep 2006 00:24:13 CST

Jim W.’s journey out of his own personal hell and into a community of recovery has become the substance of "One Man's Walk," 12 songs chronicling the amazing changes the Twelve Step Recovery Program has brought into his life. Each song is dedicated to one of the twelve steps. Exploring the simple spiritual tools that have helped Jim and countless others to break the chains of addiction, these songs - these stories, shed light on one man's walk - out of despair. Jim's CD, "One Man's Walk," is available online at SunlightOfTheSpiritMusic.com.

"How Much Is Free"

03 Oct 2006 00:17:32 CST

"How Much is Free" is the debut album from multi-instrumentalist Johnny Freeman. This is a work of uncompromising, funky pop and eclectic R&B that touches on acoustic, jazz, blues and hip-hop. Lyrically steeped in introspection, the project contains therapeutic as well as entertainment benefits. Johnny Freeman's CD, "How Much Is Free," is available online at SunlightOfTheSpiritMusic.com.

"Not Another Beautiful Day"

18 Oct 2006 00:18:59 CST

Jubal Lee Young is a young rocker who has experienced life’s darker sides, yet transcends them in his songs. Don’t think that tamed him down; he just chose a different road. Along the way, he came up with a unique sound that could be an unexpected rebirth of Southern Rock. Jubal Lee Young's CD, "Not Another Beautiful Day," is available online at SunlightOfTheSpiritMusic.com.

"Songs For Ebby T."

10 Sep 2006 00:36:27 CST

Lee Domann, an award-winning songwriter, has songs recorded by a variety of artists including Kathy Mattea, The Bishops, and Riders In the Sky. Lee's style is reminiscent of Garrison Keillor, of NPR's The Prairie Home Companion. His music will make you laugh, cry, cheer, remember, and know. The message in these 10 songs will be familiar to many persons within the rich variety of 12-Step programs currently available. Lee's CD, "Songs For Ebby T.," is available online at SunlightOfTheSpiritMusic.com.

"Buckaroos Sleep Too!"

22 Nov 2006 00:16:21 CST

Singer, songwriter and sometimes yodeler, Patience Moore is an artist who embraces country music’s classic past while keeping one cowgirl-booted foot in the present. That combination shines brightest in her most recent release, "Buckaroos Sleep Too!," a 2-CD collection of award-winning music for families, country in nature (from western swing and boogies to acoustic ballads and lullabies) with G-rated lyrics, A-list Nashville musicians, and fresh arrangements, all highlighting Patience’s singing and songwriting. Patience Moore's "Buckaroos Sleep Too!" is available online at SunlightOfTheSpiritMusic.com.

"The Unreachable"

27 Mar 2007 00:15:27 CST

Each of the songs on Blake Addison’s Contemporary Christian CD, The Unreachable, reflects his beliefs and convictions in dealing with life and what it means to be a Christian.

"The Shootout At The I'm OK, You're OK Corral"

21 Oct 2007 00:17:45 CST

Greg Tamblyn, NCW (No Credentials Whatsoever), has been a successful singer, songwriter, speaker, and humorist for over twenty years. He has an irreverent sense of humor, and has a special interest in the relationship of music, laughter, and lifestyle to physical and emotional well-being. The first six songs on this CD are clever, with inspired lyrics about pop psychology and self-awareness. The next five are rockers and ballads about the power of love, emotional and spiritual growth.

"Out Of Darkness Into Light"

22 Oct 2008 00:15:05 CST

Andrew Jerome Pace is best known for his work as the drummer "Babe" Pace for C&C Music Factory, the 1990's sensation that gave us the hit song, "Gonna Make You Sweat / Everybody Dance Now," which went musti-platinum and sold over 8 million copies. Andy Pace, a Certified Addictions Counselor, set out to create a type of music that would allow addicts and alcoholics in recovery to experience a healthy message that is progressive and powerful. This Urban / R&B CD is self-help with bittersweet lyrics in spoken word, that reminds us of the pain of drug and alcohol addiction and the joy of recovery.

"Interview From 12 Step Music Fest, FL"

13 Nov 2008 00:18:30 CST

Richie Supa is a New York singer/songwriter with over 200 cuts and 5 solo albums to his name. With over 50 million records sold, artists who have recorded Supa’s songs include Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, Ozzy Osborne, Mika, Pink and legendary artists such as Johnny Winter, Tom Jones, Air Supply, Glen Campbell, Willie Nelson, to name a few. Supa has been a behind-the-scenes voice in the legendary rock band Aerosmith for years, including being a touring member. He co-wrote several of their number one rock hits including “Chip Away The Stone,” "Lightning Strikes," ”Pink” and “Amazing.” Richie co-wrote with Richie Sambora on his most recent solo album and tours with Sambora on his solo project. The Sober Cafe Podcast interviewed Richie before going on stage at the 12 Step Music Fest in Florida.