This week Fred Hostetler returns to TheDavidBowersAwards with new music. Fred, who co-founded the blues band 'Blue By Nature' with Karen Lawrence, has worked the majors including Johnny Winters. Jeff Beck and Graham Parker. His style can cross genres as demonstrated on his album, 'Blues Back Pages.'

Jacob Chacko is here for the first time after his single "Fallen Dreams" caught listeners attention on this show. Here he talks about his music and his own personal history. HIs music covers diverse subjects and sounds but comes from his own roots. His musical roots include Pop/Modern Rock, Blues, Gospel and Country.

PJ Ferguson returns to TheDavidBowersAwards with all new music and news of his and his band (Tennessee Strange). Merging classic rock influences with with early-70s rock and country-rock, they create an original sound and share what could become their 'signature song, Don't Tell Me What to Play.'

New to the show, Cammie Neely, takes center-stage like she owns it. This North Carolina native delivers intense lyrics from her own life experiences in a way that is all 'Just Cammie,' all the while maintaining her signature sound. She shares a preview track from her forthcoming feature album, "I Didn't Lie."

TheDavidBowersAwards is proud and pleased to welcome back previous TDBA winner, MIKAYLA! Don't miss this special with Mikayla sneak-reviewing 5 new upcoming releases PLUS sharing her deeply personal and revealing story!

Nicki Kris AND Allyson Galloway return to TheDavidBowersAwards with more new music and their latest news and backstories.

Raleigh-based singer/songwriter/Grammy member Nicki Kris, long a favorite on the show, has music featured in award-winning films, TV shows, and on radio around the world. Billboard charting Nicki Kriss has been honored with Grammy nominations for 8 years. She is a leader and mentor to other artists as well as a star in her own right.

Allyson Galloway creates music from her life experiences and wants people to know they are not alone in this crazy life. Her stories are up, down and sometimes dark but you will get something out of each song. She is a 'chill-at-home' person and loves the outdoors and especially her son and daughter. Her latest release is "Bad Choice."

We also feature an interesting take on life in the world today from old friends Yoyo Xno, "MANA (Make America Nice Again)!" Listen anytime FREE 'on demand' at https://buff.ly/QyzoEd3

Paul Nourigat returns to TheDavidBowersAwards with new music and some personal insights into his career and music.

We introduce UK hip hop artist BKWH ('Beckwith') who has exploded on the scene in Britain and is breaking in the US!

We also preview a new track from old friends, Wild Horse (also from the UK). Don't miss this episode and some great personal stories!

D Boone Pittman talks of his life as a singer/songwriter from Kentucky, the disastrous floods of 2022 and his just-released single, 'That's Low.' His last single, 'East of Ravenna,' spoke of the floods that ravaged the region of his birth.

VoodooMirage is one of several indie bands who call on Joe Booe. Joe tells us about his work with these bands and of VoodooMirage's music, including their latest, 'Break These Chains.' Joe's dedication to his craft is legendary.

We also share the inspirational anthem of tragedy and resilience 'We Rise L.A.' that launches the music career of emerging indie artist Vanngo. Listen anytime 'on demand' and please, share the link with your friends so they can listen, too.

Two returning guest-winners headline TheDavidBowersAwards this week. First, Tim Tye and Midnight Sky bring us their newest release as well as the behind-the-scenes story of how it was written. With the release of 'White Heat,' the chart-topping Americana/country group come back with a new, raw intensity unlike their previous releases.

We also welcome back the Reverent Cavaliers, who have become literally a family band who take us on a 'Prayer Walk' and explain how the song came to be. We also dive in to the family group and learn how it came to be. The band blends indie rock with a subtle punch that will keep you coming back and this track is no exception.

We also feature DJ DROCC's new release, 'The Silver Surfer.' Don't miss and please, share the link with your friends so they can listen, too.

Once again, our man in Texas, David Martinez is reporting from SXSW and this time with a new twist ... he's bringing us a brand new release! David debuts "My Sweet Love" and gives us the feel of what's going on at SXSW.

We're also joined by a newcomer to the show. Stephen Sol joins us from Washington, D.C. Stephen is and artist who weaves emotive lyrics into captivating songs. This is definitely an artist we will definitely be hearing MORE from.

We also feature a new release from another recent guest, 'Crazy Me For Loving You' by Shannon Stamper and we have her 'secret dream!' Listen on demand anytime and please, share the link with your friends so they can isten, too.