My name kimmy fitzwater!(: add me on fb!(: "kimmy ahohoreo fitzwater" 

With a kitschy, Indie folk rock sound that rattles the soul, Ben Ripani Music Co. delivers a caustic symphony of songs, a melodic vocal dance of involved rhythmic textures and honest, vulnerable lyrics.  The 5-piece  group consists of Ben Ripani (guitar, vocals), Mike Schminke (percussion), Derek Kolb(bass, vocals), Nick Mungari(lead guitar) & Chris Nakielski (keyboards, vocals). “There’s a twang, an emotion, a polarizing sense of attraction between you and Ben Ripani that is almost indescribable. It’s not quite blues. Or rock. Or folk. Rather, it pulls a piece from each of them and creates a patchwork musical canvas that has a little bit of Dylan, a smattering of Blues Traveler, a dash of Dave Matthews and some Wilco for good measure. Each and every member of the Ben Ripani Music Company plays with a passion and focus that I haven’t seen live in quite some time.” (CBB Fest: Congress Theater 12/4/2010 by Ben Dahl | Lost in Concert) 

Ben Ripani released his first solo record “Hope Street” in 2009, an honest album “with rich instrumentation and soulful vocals. Some songs stripped to only the acoustic guitar to showcase Ripani’s poetics, which certainly hold up” (Max Herman: Illinois Entertainer). Ben Ripani Music Co. released their debut 7-song EP titled “Maladies” on June 11, 2011. Recorded at WBEZ Studios on Navy Pier in Chicago, Paul Von Mertens joined the project as the producer (Brian Wilson, Wilco, Poi Dog), with Adam Yoffe engineering. 

Following the release of Maladies, BRMCo has been busy playing shows around the United States. This run has included appearances at the Chicago Bluegrass & Blues Festival, South By Southwest, House of Blues Chicago, Hard Rock Chicago & multiple East Coast tours. Please stay tuned for new music as BRMCo. is in the studio now recording a full length album.

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                Reach out and shake the hand of a true artist, LANCE. He is one of a kind in today's music industry. Many notice him by the hat on his head, the way he dresses and the songs that you love to sing along with. LANCE has not been afraid to be true to himself. He has performed on stages of all sizes just to be able to share his gift. From large arenas, college campuses, Military Bases to music halls and music festival,s LANCE has taken his songs from sea to shining sea and around the world. LANCE has an extensive tour history that proves his hard work ethic and passion to perform. Trying to think out of the box as an artist, LANCE recently combined forces with DIGI MUSIC CARD to place his debut album on. RISE and SHINE HERO is LANCE's first full length album. Each song tells a passionate story about a life experience, dream, desire or true confession. The songs that LANCE has written for this project feel like they have been taken from his heart, and sung from the depths of his soul. 
                
                
                
                
                2004 found Lance playing at home in Huntsville, AL at a concert in the park honoring all Armed Forces of America. An estimated crowd of over 6,000 were touched by the smooth lyrics and rocking beats Lance delivered. He closed the show with his soulful ballad, "Take My Breath Away", and by the end of the song the crowd sang the chorus as their voices united and echoed through the streets of Huntsville. 
                
                
                
                
                This was a defining moment for Lance; he knew this was the start of something much bigger. Lance is bringing a passion to the scene that hasn't been felt in quite a while. 
                His music is filled with melodic energy and flows with rhythm and intensity. Each song is original, written by Lance, and is inspired by life’s day-to-day experiences, people and dreams. His music is a blend of numerous styles such as pop, rock, alternative and indie and covers diverse topics. 
                
                
                
                
                Lance is pushing the envelope in creative sound, expanding the boundaries of music. A part of that creativity is pushing beyond your limits, stumbling along the way, and discovering something beautiful. His songs speak and relate to people in a genuine way, revealing imperfections, but offering hope to overcome. 
                
                
                
                
                Lance has created a huge buzz across the country in an amazingly short period of time, playing everywhere from intimate club settings to 25,000 seat arenas. He has played shows in 46 states and 7 countries. Inspired by a need to give back to the men and women who fight for their freedom, Lance has played over 60 shows just for the troops. 
                
                
                
                
                He has a full tour schedule playing over 150 to 200 shows per year. He has done several radio and television appearances and has been on the cover of many newspapers and publications. With a fan base of over 50,000 and growing, he has proven that he is here to stay. 	 
                
                

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