Borders Stonecrest Presents �Songwriters with an Edge� in the May Charlotte Songwriter Showcase

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
(Free-Press-Release.com) May 12, 2004 -- On Saturday, May 22nd at 3 p.m., Borders Books and Music at Stonecrest will host its eighth monthly songwriter showcase. This month�s theme is �Songwriters with an Edge�; all of the performers choose unusual subject matter and inject loads of attitude into their songs. The event will feature live performances by Brian Hartzog, Seth Boulton, and Allan Kaplan. The event highlights Border�s commitment to supporting NSAI and local music.



Brian Hartzog

Brian Hartzog recently completed his second CD, One-Way Ticket, on which he not only wrote and produced all the songs, but also played most of the instruments himself. Hartzog's music is a unique blend of classic rock, funk, and punk. Although it's decidedly "alternative", Hartzog calls his style "funk and roll". You'll hear a range of musical influences--from the Beatles, to Prince, to David Bowie, to P-funk, and the Sex Pistols. As a songwriter, a musician, an engineer, and a producer, Hartzog is working hard to establish himself as a true proponent of indie music. Brian�s new CD is being featured this month on cltRock.com (http://cltRock.com), and he is currently scoring several independent films. You can hear clips from of Brian�s music on his website: http://www.brianhartzog.com.



Seth Boulton

Although Charlotte singer/songwriter Seth Boulton is only 25, he's been writing and performing his songs for ten years. Seth�s songs are quirky, introspective, and sometimes theatrical. (For example, he has a wry song called �Boogieman� that is written from the legendary demon�s point of view�) Seth has played solo and with bands at coffee shops, bars, and churches all over the southeast, from North Carolina down to Florida. He plays regularly in Charlotte at S K Net Cafe with cello player Nicolette. Seth is a proud member of NSAI and will be performing at the world-famous Bluebird Cafe in Nashville this coming September.



Allan Kaplan

Alan Kaplan is one of Charlotte's most talented songwriters, with songs that combine edginess with depth and style. A long-time Charlotte resident, he has played in a number of local bands, as well as performing solo around the area. Allan's style combines elements of folk, rock and jazz in a unique blend that complements the polish and complexity of his lyrics. Allan is active in the Charlotte NSAI chapter and, along with Brian Hartzog and JC Honeycutt, is part of the group that developed and organizes the monthly Borders showcases. He has significant recording experience and has served as the "sound man" par excellence for these showcases since their inception.





Contact:Brian Hartzog

Indie Boy Music

Phone: 704 953-7358

Email: brian@brian.hartzog.com

URL: http://www.brianhartzog.com

URL for this press release: http://www.brianhartzog.com/press-release/nsai-showcase-may2004.htm

More information can be found online at http://www.brianhartzog.com

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