Saturday, November 17, 2007

#11 - #15: Sugar Free Allstars, Nettwerk Records, Roger Day, Joe McDermott, Deedle Deedle Dees

#11: Dos Ninos - Sugar Free Allstars
It's less than a half-hour long, but this Oklahoma-based keyboard-and-drum duo put more funk and fun into this CD than most CDs twice that long, or most CDs, period.

#12: For the Kids! 3 - Various Artists (Nettwerk)
Don't be scared by the indie-r than thou playlist -- there are some great songs here and you might just discover a new favorite band of your own while you're at it.

#13: Dream Big! - Roger Day
Roger Day knows his way around a melody and a hook and the latest album from the Tennessee-based artist has a bunch of great ones wrapped around positive lyrics.

#14: Everybody Plays Air Guitar - Joe McDermott
Austin-based McDermott brings his top-notch production to another set of kid-focused tunes, plus a live cut showing just how great his interaction with audiences can be.

#15: Freedom in a Box - Deedle Deedle Dees
The Brooklyn-based Dees put on a great live show, helped by some great songwriting, which is on display here. Songs about Aaron Burr, the Underground Railroad, and other historical figures, mixed in with songs about dinosaurs, drums, and temper tantrums will get your kids bouncing.

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