Indie singer-songwriter crafting ethereal dream pop, blending solo and collaborative works into poetic music that invites calm, thought, and wonder.

John Paul Jones called him the best lyricist he had ever worked with. At the L.A. Music Awards 2004 he was chosen "Male Vocalist of the Year", and his music has been utilised for the Roswell-Show, by ESPN, the biggest sports broadcaster worldwide, and by the makers of the cult series Buffy, the Vampire Slayer. And yet, the biggest breakthrough in the life of Andrew Paul Woodworth came with the Beastie Boys' smash party hit You Got To Fight For Your Right (To Party). His goosepimple-raising acoustic version left mouths gawping in amazement - audiences as well as insider circles in the music biz - and, in the end, turned out to be the kick that sent him starting off on a solo career as songwriter.

Solidly anchored in the L.A. scene, Woodworth founded the post-Grunge band Elephant Ride in the '90s. Their first album was produced by John Paul Jones, the legendary bass player from LedZep, at his own request. Though the feedback was decidedly positive, the album didn't fulfil Sony's commercial expectations. The result: no second album with a major label. In addition, internal problems within the band led to a split-up. In 2002, Woodworth brought the band Virgil to life, equally clearly Rock-oriented, and certainly an above-average Indie success: Movie theatres across the US presented Virgil in their audio programmes and screened the videos on Top 50 markets. The band played at SXSW, and at the LA Music Awards 2005 the Virgil album "My Paradise" received the award for the "Independent Rock Album of the Year".

Nearly simultaneously, Andrew began recording his first songs of his own together with producer Christian James-Hand. While working, it was more of a mood that led to the creation of Fight For Your Right, but the feedback came right away - for example from the producers of "One Tree Hill", who immediately featured the track in their TV series.

At this point it became clear to Andrew that he was already in the midst of kicking off a solo career. He began writing songs like a man obsessed. Together with James-Hand he completed the EP I Hate Music, which promptly became a small Indie hit in a very limited edition. 

Andrew Paul Woodworth's voice might perhaps be described as the love child of Michael Jackson, Eddie Vedder and Jeff Buckley: emotional and entranced by melody, but never soft or powerless. His work reveals a man addicted to harmony through and through. It presents a kaleidoscope of different styles of playing within Pop and Songwriting. From light-on-its-feet and radio-worthy to introverted and melancholy and on to playfully complex harmony lines enhanced by suggestive horn arrangements, Woodworth pulls out all the stops time and again in order to find new approaches for his songs. Remarkably, a certain lightness weaves its way through all his music that enables listeners to lean back and enjoy. 


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Songwriting duo Brightwell & Moran started writing together in 2014.  They have released two EP’s, and have a third titled “Land of Plenty” to be released in the 1st quarter of 2023.  Americana artist Kelly Brightwell and folk-rocker Woody Moran have fused their talents to create something much larger. This Portland, OR based act serves up catchy melodies and heartfelt messages with their collection of Eclectic Acoustic music. They are the 2022 Global Award Song Winners from the UK organization, Talent is Timeless. Brightwell & Moran’s music is available on all popular streaming platforms.

"Beautiful"   Right Chord Music
“Referencing both Nick Drake and Tim Buckley ”  Northern Sky 
“the level of song composition and the excellent playing are to be applauded“   Americana UK 
“Pure listening pleasure   ***** 5 out of 6”     Musicreviewunsigned.com

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Jean-Pierre (jp)Garau
Pianist, Multi-Keyboardist and Vocalist

I've long enjoyed an active artistic vocation playing piano, keyboards and singing with many acts over many years - currently with Ellen Whyte, Concert Rock Violinist Aaron Meyer, David Jacobs-Strain and an ever-swelling number of regional singer/songwriters. I also perform as a soloist where, in troubadorian style, I take my audience on a journey.

In addition to live performances, I’ve played on a multitude of album projects, documentaries, industrials, regional and national TV and radio spots... I’m also a composer, adaptor, chart preparer and music educator.

Dan Weber is an award winning songwriter who has been described as "reminiscent of early John Prine." Legendary Folk troubadour Ramblin' Jack Elliott said "I love Dan’s songs and he tells really good stories." 

A former Park Ranger at Canyonlands National Park, Weber draws inspiration from a wide range of life experiences: growing up as an altar boy and Eagle Scout; painting houses, following the Grateful Dead; and quitting his real estate business to pursue songwriting and touring full-time. He has a knack for telling funny stories, so if you like Guy Clark, Robert Earl Keen, or Hayes Carll, you’ll love Dan Weber’s music.

In 2019, Dan was the winner of the prestigious Woody Guthrie songwriting contest for 'Ever Since Columbine', and in 2021 he was named a rare 4 time finalist in the legendary Kerrville ‘New Folk’ songwriting competition. In 2022, he's releasing 'The Way the River Goes', which promises to be his best work yet. He currently lives near Dallas, Texas.

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