Weekly Features

Bad Trick is a five-piece rock band from Boston and on the rise in the local music scene. Playing venues like Hennessy’s, Copperfield’s, as well as at Northeastern’s AfterHOURS they have begun to make a name for themselves in the area. Benny Chong (Vocals), Alex Sanchez (Keys), Keith Patrick (Bass), Fredy Marrero (Guitar) and Jason Skibo (drums) all come together to create a very energetic live show, and come together at rehearsals to create the bold sound they describe on their Facebook as having “the limitless potential of all styles of music “.  They have also helped the Youth Enrichment Services (YES) of Boston by playing a benefit concert last month. The goal was to raise money, which will help kids by inspiring physical activities to create a strong, respectful community. Their varied fan base, dedication to their music and the attachment to the Boston area has given them their initial push into the spotlight, and there is no stopping them now. They are entering into the studio soon to record some new tracks, and you can find some of their previously recorded tracks and information on their upcoming shows on their Facebook page:

Bad Trick on Facebook!

Listen to 4 of their tracks here including “Tragic Tale” here.

Want to be our featured artist on an upcoming Talent Tuesday? Submit a video or an mp3 anytime during the week to abrodeur@flemingentertainmententerprises.com and please fill out the following when you submit:

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The Jessica Prouty Band is not your average teenage rock band as they have been together as a band for over three years and are about to release their third CD in late June of this year. The band is made up of four people Jessica Prouty (lead vocals), Cam Pelkey (drums), Cody Nilsen (lead guitarist), and Andy Covino (keyboardist). The band has won the “John Lennon Educational Tourbus Daddy’s Junky Music Rockin’ Roland Battle of the Bands” as well as the “Children’s Hospital Boston Notes for the Cure Battle for Best Song” in the past three years. Most recently The Jessica Prouty Band just recently placed second as the best teen band in the United States of America at the National Association of Music Merchants competition sponsored by SchoolJamUSA and held at Downtown Disney in Anaheim, California.  Jessica Prouty won the best vocals award and Cam Pelkey won the best drummer award, and all four band members received scholarships to the Berklee College of Music summer programs. The Jessica Prouty Band plays around 70 shows a year all over the New England Area and the surrounding states. When they are not playing in shows the band likes to hang out and occasionally throw the Frisbee around.

Here’s just a sample of their music: The Jessica Prouty Band- “Escape”

Be sure to check out their Facebook page or their website as well,  because I’m sure you’ll keep seeing more big thing from them! Congrats guys and gal!

Want to be next weeks Talent Tuesday winner? Submit a video or an mp3 anytime during the week to abrodeur@flemingentertainmententerprises.com and please fill out the following when you submit:

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Talent Tuesdays!

June 16, 2011

Fleming Entertainment Enterprises Presents Talent Tuesdays!

Attention all up and coming artists! Each Tuesday starting on June 28th ,we will be showcasing a new artist or a band from the Boston area as our Artist of the Day. Submit a video or an mp3 anytime during the week to abrodeur@flemingentertainmententerprises.com and you could be selected as the AotD. We would love to hear your newest stuff or anything else you are really proud of! Even if you are not selected for the week you submit, we will archive your track for three months and can select you for another Talent Tuesday. So remember send in your best music, it can be on stage at a show or you singing in your backyard, we just want to see the best the Boston area has to offer!

Please fill out the following when you submit:

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Welcome Whatup Wednesdays- your new weekly connection to the local music scene. Each week we will be interviewing an artist who part of the current Boston local music scene. If you have a band and/or questions you would like to see please email abrodeur@flemingentertainmententerprises.com.

Quick Stats

Name: AJ Edwards

Label/ Mgmt: Managed by Fleming Entertainment

Genre: Singer/Songwriter, Adult Contemporary – but under the roof of Pop

[FEE]What are you currently working on (album, touring, writing etc.)?

[AJ]Currently, I’m finishing up a five (maybe six) song EP that will be out in September.  It’s going to be called “Where the Rain Ricochets” and it’ll be available online, in stores, and of course at shows.  I’m very excited about the release!

[FEE] When did you as an artist start playing? How long have you been playing?

[AJ]I started playing guitar at 16 right after I saw U2 at the Garden.  I started out on an electric guitar, but discovered that I could ‘sing’ guitar solos better than I could play them… so; I got an acoustic and began to write music of my own.

[FEE]What artists have influenced you? Have any other factors influenced you as well?

[AJ]Bono, Jeff Buckley, Bryan Adams, Stevie Nicks, David Gray… all just wonderful singers that I’ve always admired.

[FEE] Who are your favorite musicians, locally and nationally?

[AJ]Locally… Will Dailey & The Rivals, Jesse Dee, The Deep North.  Nationally… U2, David Gray, The Damnwells, Barcelona, Ryan Adams, Wilco.

[FEE]Do your families help your music career? Who else has helped you the most throughout your career?

[AJ]Yes!  They are incredibly supportive and excited because I’m the first musician in the family.  I have their blessing in my pursuit of a successful music career, and my dad reminds me all the time to just not run out of money.  I’m like, “Got it, Dad.” [and] My girlfriend, Ashley.  She inspires me always.

[FEE] What you biggest challenge as a band/artist?

[AJ] Winning over the pop music haters.  A lot of people cringe at a catchy chorus, but I contest that despite what the major labels choose to release over and over again, there are at least a thousand great pop songs waiting to be written.  When I approach songwriting, my goal is to keep things memorable, but interesting and especially sincere.

[FEE]What is your greatest success so far as a band/artist?

[AJ]Opening up for Augustana in 2008.

[FEE]What do you as an artist/group do to reach out to your fans?

[AJ]Leverage social media for fan interaction.  I record videos, think of contests, ask for suggestions… you have to really walk the fine line between ‘spamming’ and being engaging.  Send them personal messages, too… let them know that you want to see them at your show next Thursday night.

[FEE]Where can soon-to-be fans go and listen to your music?

[AJ] My brand-new website will be up and running this month at: www.ajedwardsmusic.com and you can also ‘like’ my page on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/ajedwardsofficial