Band Showcase: The Aragona Project

I first heard this band this past weekend at the Neptune Festival.  My first impression of the band was that they were a decent band that probably played pop/punk and were either still in high school or recently graduated with a younger fan base.  Once you hear them you'll know right away, I seriously underestimated them.  They have a quality sound and a sophisticated style.  I was impressed not only by the style of music but by the flawlessness at which it was executed.  I definitely recommend you give this band some time.

Their songs 'White' and 'Oh Karma' are, in my opinion, the Aragona Project's strongest songs.  They are great leading samples of what they should base their album on.  They are a serious band that likes to have fun and I think that really shows through their music.  They have quickly become one of my new favorite local bands.


Check out their Facebook page here:  The Aragona Project


Make sure to comment below and tell me what you think of the Aragona Project!

Artist Spotlight: Jesse Chong

Jesse Chong is one of my absolute favorite local artists, by far.  The passion this guy has for music is insane.  He is a very down to earth guy with a great local following.  He has four original albums and each one is better than the last.  Not only is his original music great, this guy does the best cover of the Beatles' 'Come Together' that I have ever heard, including Joe Cocker...sorry Joe.  Every time I see Jesse perform I am blown away by how intimate and fun his shows are.  You feel as if he lets you into his private practice space at every performance.  The influence he has over the crowd is that of the most seasoned performers whether he is in a small hole-in-the-wall bar/club or on the boardwalk VA Beach.