Madison, WI February 9, 2010- Slothtrop Music is proud to announce the February 9th national release of “Marry Me,” the first single off the upcoming full length release “Paper Boats” Midwest singer/songwriter Anna Vogelzang. Like a handmade gift from a quality craftsman, “Marry Me” is equal parts Lady Folk and Punk Rock Banjo and provides an exciting look into the caliber of her upcoming full release. Due to the unique nature of this artist and release Slothrop has selected it as it’s first ever Vinyl production!

Featuring 4 songs “Marry Me” leads off with it’s self titled track, a brilliant combination of folk and alternative spirit and which our heroine takes matters into her own hands by popping the proverbial question. Anna then takes on none other then space goddess Lady Gaga with a cowboy prairie rendition of the hit “Bad Romance” (check out the video on YouTube!). Just in time for Valentines day Anna finishes up her first national release with the heartbreaking “The Internet” and finds love down by the seaside in “Washed Ashore”.

Produced by the Artist herself and with the engineering skills of both Djim Reynolds and Guy Capecelatro III, this CD is something special, which is why Slothtrop chose to release not only as a CD and digital release but for the first time in their 10 year history as a vinyl release as well. The limited edition vinyl release will feature hand crafted additions and will be signed by Anna!

Already receiving radio airplay and media support “Marry Me” should introduce this award winning songwriter to an even larger national stage. For more information on, or to hear samples from “Marry Me,” visit theanna.com.

I was shocked and very saddened to learn of the passing of Dale Kidd over the weekend due to complications from the H1N1 virus. Dale was one of the most generous people and honest songwriters I’ve ever had the privilege of knowing.

From the first moment I met him Dale was never anything but supportive and overwhelmingly positive about any project I have ever been involved in. While the rise and subsequent success of the Madison Songwriters Group has often been attributed to me in the press, I can assure you it was Dale quietly informing the legion of Wisconsin songwriters that I did in fact have some good ideas that started the ball rolling.

He always had a habit of showing up or calling the moment I was thinking of him and his laugh filled everyone who met him with mirth, I would give almost anything to hear it one more time. I shared both the best and worst on stage moments of my life with Dale beside me and he will be missed more then I can say.

Eric Hester

Madison, WI, October 13, 2009- Slothtrop Music is pleased to present the initial full length national release from Utah based Alternative Jam band The Gorgeous Hussies. “Sweet Surrealistic Queen” is a trip through a musical landscape of melting clocks and dancing eardrums. Already receiving airplay on 150+ radio stations across the US and Canada, this self produced 10 song collection is sure to make converts of even the most jaded music fans.

“All my life, my heart has yearned for a thing I cannot name,” says Andre Brenton. Perhaps this CD is what he was waiting for!

In a music-scene full of angst and over-production, The Gorgeous Hussies’ Sweet Surrealistic Queen is an atypical take on alternative jam rock is both refreshing and infectious as they weave off-the-wall riffs, catchy melodies and danceable beats. John Chatelain, Jordan Olsen, and Ryan Smith, who make up the trio, speak to their audience the best way they know how: solid, melodically focused rock tunes, inspired arrangements, down-to-earth lyrics and clever improvisation. Engineered by Smith and mixed by indie rock veteran Matt Winegar the CD is the Hussies’ most solid and polished work to date.

”We couldn’t be happier to finally release this record,” said Jordan Olsen, guitarist for The Gorgeous Hussies. “We started recording this new CD nearly two years ago and we’re pumped to have Slothtrop Music help get it out to the masses.

”Gorgeous Hussies” is possibly the most inaccurate way to describe the members of the Utah based band The Gorgeous Hussies; this group of (nearly all) married and burly-bearded musicians has been touring throughout the west for the past three-years. In May 2009 the band signed with Slothtrop Music through their new Sonicbids submission system. This system allows Slothtrop to find bands interested in being on their roster with a Sonicbids electronic press kit (EPK).

Please contact us for more information on Slothtrop Music, or to receive a physical copy of Sweet Surrealistic Queen for copy or review.

Madison, WI, September 29, 2009- After a lengthy courtship Slothtrop Music is proud to announce that former Polygram artist Clay Bell is the newest addition to their Galaxy of Artists. Clay was introduced to Slothtrop through the Sonicbids website.

“We are always pleased to find some amazing lesser known talent through our Sonicbids program”, said Slothtrop Music president Eric Hester, “were even more excited when an established artist expresses an interest in our fledgling little label.”

Mr. Bell is a songwriter and guitarist of remarkable skill from Northern California who has enjoyed a wide variety of success in his career. He performs what Billboard Magazine calls, “Smart Powerpop” and, Unsigned Music Magazine raved about his CD ’she and i’ comparing the songwriting to Bob Dylan mixed with the feel good vibe of the Monkees.

Mr. Crane is the third artist signed to Slothtrop through their new Sonicbids submission system. This system allows Slothtrop to find bands interested in being on their roster with a Sonicbids electronic press kit (EPK). The system is hosted at Sonicbids.com.

Clays upcoming October release on Slothtrop records “Above the Heavens and Moonlight” is a stripped down affair mostly featuring Clay’s beautiful voice and his stellar guitar playing. Produced by Clay and Shea Scott and recorded in gorgeous analog at Scott’s Klickitat Band Camp in Portland, Oregon this CD is an intimate look into the heart of songwriting and a strong example of how effective and affecting great songs can be.

Madison, WI, September 17, 2009- Slothtrop Music is proud to announce that San Francisco based lo-fi singer/songwriter Perrin Crane is the newest addition to their Galaxy of Artists. The band was introduced to Slothtrop through the Sonicbids website.

“Perrin’s an amazing songwriter”, said Slothtrop Music president Eric Hester, “and while not nearly enough folks have heard of him yet, we’re going to do everything we can to change that.”

Perrin Crane has been a musician all his life. He has played in bands from the West to East Coast and back again. He has been influenced by many artists including, but not limited to, The Beatles, Nirvana, Neil Young, and a raging case of clinical depression. Perrin is dedicated to bringing melody back into music, and is gifted with all sorts of instrumentation.

Mr. Crane is the second artist signed to Slothtrop through their new Sonicbids submission system. This system allows Slothtrop to find bands interested in being on their roster with a Sonicbids electronic press kit (EPK). The system is hosted at Sonicbids.com.

“Sonicbids has saved us from storing a ton of paper press kits and CD’s,” says Hester, “it has also allowed us to find some truly great artists that we are excited to know and work with.”

Perrin Crane will release his debut CD “A Big Long Look” for Slothtrop in mid October.

Well it took us a few days longer then we thought but we’re back up and running again!

We discovered over the long weekend that someone had exploited a hole in the wordpress software we use to run our blog and had hacked into our new server. We are hard at work on the situation and will keep you updated. The entire site should be back up and running now, we are working on repairing lost information.

Madison, WI July 28, 2009- Slothtrop Music is proud to announce the July 28 national release of “Pop Chanteuse,” the first single off the upcoming “Sweet Surrealistic Queen” release from Utah based alternative jam band The Gorgeous Hussies. Produced and Engineered by the band, “Pop Chanteuse” showcases the sublime songwriting and exquisite musicianship of this exciting trio and gives a few hints about the quality of the upcoming full release.

Featuring 4 songs “Pop Chanteuse” gets off to a raging start with the nineties alt-rock influenced title track co-written by veteran songwriter Sam Potter. “Pop Chanteuse” leaves no doubt that Britney, Lindsay, X-Tina, and Miley are all Gorgeous Hussies indeed. Continuing to push the musical envelope they then give a funked up, striped down treatment to everybody’s favorite hussies the Spice Girls by performing an awesome version of “Wannabe”. Next they mix a little Phish with Pavement to create an original recipe for their final two songs “Sunrise Summertime” and “Jamheim Steamroller”.

Engineered by Hussies drummer Ryan Smith and mixed by indie rock veteran Matt Winegar these four tracks feature Jordan Olsen on guitar and vocals with John Chatelain handling the bottom end and additional vocals.

Already receiving radio airplay and media support “Pop Chanteuse” should introduce The Gorgeous Hussies to a national stage. For more information on, or to hear samples from “Pop Chanteuse,” visit www.myspace.com/thegorgeoushussies or www.thegorgeoushussies.com.

To receive a promotional copy of “Pop Chanteuse” for airplay or review, please contact Slothtrop Music at info@slothtrop.com.

So I’m spending the next few days mixing the new Mister Vague CD at Smart Studios here in Madison. It sounds awesome! Look for it stores in early September and on your favorite college radio station in late August.

I am sure some of you noticed but we now own slothtropmusic.com again! For those of you who don’t know we lost slothtropmusic to an unscrupulous domain registration site a couple of years back (never ever use registryfly!). The company who ended up with the site tried unsuccessfully to extort an exorbitant sum for us to get it back. We said no. I guess after a couple of years they gave up (or went out of business) and we got the name back!