Broda: News

"Hop In My Hooptie" is featured on Westsidewill.com's Unsigned Artist Showcase today.

Please cast your vote once everyday at:
http://www.westsidewill.com/artistdirectory/914-Broda

"Hop in My Hooptie" stands in the TOP 25 SONGS (at #20) on Amie Street today. This is up a whopping 8 spots from yesterday!

"Spiral Staircase" continues to climb in the TOP 25 ALBUMS (also at #20) today. This is up a whopping 7 spots from yesterday!

Thanks for helping Broda keep on climbin'!

While "I Won't Talk About It" continues raking in votes on Westsidewill AND "Rosemary's Picnic" is in the TOP 25 SONGS and still climbing on Amie Street...

"Spiral Staircase" is in the TOP 25 ALBUMS and still climbing on Amie Street, too! Grab your downloads up now while they are still low!

Life is good, and my fans are awesome!

"Rosemary's Picnic" went up 2 more spots (from 23 to 21)today on Amie Street to hold steady in the TOP 25 SONGS!

Vote for me at:
http://www.westsidewill.com/artistdirectory/914-Broda
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Update 10/31/08 - Keep those votes coming...you're keeping my music on!
Current Fan Voting Results:

Band Song % of votes
IreneB Forgive Me Now 26.336%
The Smith Bros Shes Under My Skin 11.069%
KORMAN Down For Good 9.160%
Broda I Wont Talk About It 5.916%
Lackluster Not Another Word 4.580%

I received the following from Woman of Substance Radio today:

Promoter Response History:
Date: 10/1/2008 1:35:14 PM
Status: Selected
Response: Congratulations! We love your music!
We will begin airing your song on Women of Substance Radio immediately. Please let your fans know to support you and the station by listening at: http://www.live365.com/stations/breenoble We'd appreciate you adding a link on your website and adding us as a top friend on MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/womenofsubstanceradio Your music will also be considered for special shows highlighting Indie Artists on WOS radio and future podcast features. We will let you know if you are chosen for these opportunities so you can tell your fans to tune in.
Sincerely,

Women of Substance Radio Team

Hit the link up to listen in!
UPDATE (02/03/09) - Broda's music is now featured on the new Acoustic Series airing every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 7-8 PM!

In lieu of a CD release party, I decided to use the venue for a much more important cause. So, I've gathered many of my talented friends to put on an 8 hour extravaganza of entertainment for YOU! All I ask is that you make a tax-deductible donation at the door for a minimum of $5.00. That's it...and the next 8 hours is all for YOU! There will be singer-songwriters, duos, trios, bands, and even COMEDIANS providing a full day of entertainment, and it's ALL FAMILY FRIENDLY. Acoustic-Americana, Acoustic-Rock, Jazz, Blues, Old-Time, Comedy...a little something for everyone! And all for $5.00 that is tax deductible! I need your support to not only make this a successful fundraiser for Cancer Research, but also to provide a great audience to the MANY performers donating their time and talents for this cause! The show starts at 2 PM, but runs until 10 PM, so come out anytime in between. For directions to Waterworks Theatre, please visit www.waterworksplayers.org and view the Map! Concessions will be provided by honorary music fraternity for women, Sigma Alpha Iota to help raise funds for their music education efforts, and the Waterworks Players to help raise funds for future theatre performances. The performers will have CDs & Merchandise available, too. It's an 8 hour celebration of food, friends, music, laughter, and life where EVERYONE BENEFITS! 100% of door donations will be divided between the Lee National Denim Day Benefit for Breast Cancer and The American Cancer Society. So slip on your favorite pair of denim jeans, and join us on this great day for this important cause on October 4th!

"I Won't Talk About It" has slipped inside the top 100 on OurStage.com for Americana/Alt Country category for September 2008.. Please help this song track from "Spiral Staircase" keep on climbing to the top. Cast your vote today! Make this song a September winner! And thank you for your support!

Broda is the new host of Open Mic Nights at The Mad Hatter!

You can now purchase Broda tunes on iTunes! Only 4 so far, (not sure why), but it's 4 more than I had before!

Also available on InProdicon (a distributor of digital music in the Nordic region . . . 'cause the folks in Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Russia need their Broda fix, too!)

You'll also be able to get Broda ringtones soon at www.groupietunes.com! More sites that will have Broda include GreatIndieMusic, Tradebit, and PayPlay.

You can also purchase the physical CD at www.Indie-Rhythm.com starting sometime next week. Broda will be featured there for the next 6 months, AND have a couple of songs playing on IndieRhythm radio! Go check it out!

On Saturday, August 23rd, Broda kicked off the evening finale of showcase performances at the 2008 Indiegrrl Women in the Arts Conference which began on Thursday, August 21st. Broda performed songs from her new release, “Spiral Staircase”, as well as songs set for her upcoming project, “The Story of Me”. Broda was followed by Canada’s own award-winning singer-songwriter, Tracy Rice (currently ranked #2 in the Alt. Country/Americana OurStage quarter-finals at the time of the article)! Tracy was, in turn, followed by guitar goddess, Vicki Genfan, the first and only female to ever make it as a finalist in Guitar Superstar. Vicki will compete for the crown on September 13th! There were more greats to follow, but the weekend had been filled with great performances, including, the unique, keyboard stylings of singer-songwriter, Jennings; Canada’s newest emerging vocal powerhouse, Melissa Bel; the very talented founder of Indie Music for Life, Vicki Blankenship; the beautiful blend of genres unique only to New York’s own soothing songstress, Sonya Heller, and so much more. “I was so honored to be included in this year’s showcases,” says Broda. “To be considered worthy of the caliber of talent I shared the stage with was quite a compliment.” The weekend was topped off with a performance by keynote speaker (and Indiegrrl’s newest Honorary Member), the legendary Bonnie Bramlett.

"Spiral Staircase" is now available for purchase on www.cdbaby.com!

If you were one of the pre-orders, or have already purchased your newly released copy, please pop in to write a review, but remember what 'Mama Said', "if you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all". :)

Here's the link: http://cdbaby.com/cd/broda

As of today, selections from "Spiral Staircase" are slated for radio play on WFLO - 95.7 FM and WXJK - 101.3 FM.

So, tune in and call in to make YOUR request for your favorite Broda tune!

More to come . . .

Live nearby and don't want to wait for "Spiral Staircase" to be shipped? Run on down to Buffalo Creek Guitar Company, Broda's favorite place, and get a little added bonus with your purchase!

15 of 17 tracks of "Spiral Staircase" are now available for download at www.digstation.com. Or just wait to purchase FULL CD at www.cdbaby.com in two weeks or less!



Additionally, Spiral Staircase will eventually be available via Apple iTunes, Rhapsody, eMusic, Amazon, Napster, Verizon V-CAST, Liquid Digital Media, PayPlay, AudioLunchbox, GroupieTunes, Ruckus, and more. Whether you are looking to purchase the physical CD or download a Broda ringtone, it's all being made available to you. Enjoy!

"Spiral Staircase" will be complete at the beginning of August 2008 and available for sale on www.cdbaby.com, www.digstation.com, and more. Come back to visit for further updates as they become available! The website is brand new, and all of the accounts are currently being set up with cdbaby, digstation, Buffalo Creek Guitar Company, Baine's Books & Coffee, and more. Everything will be updated so you can purchase your copy of Spiral Staircase as soon as it is available . . . again, just keep checking back right here, and you'll be the first to know!

2008 Indiegrrl Women In The Arts Conference Announces Artist Showcase Lineup

The history-making First Annual Indiegrrl Women in the Arts Conference taking place in Spencer, VA from August 21 - 24, 2008, has announced their artist showcase lineup.

In addition, the 2008 Indiegrrl Conference has scheduled numerous educational workshops and networking opportunities, and will feature two keynote speakers at their banquet - musician/actress Bonnie Bramlett and The Donnas' manager Molly Neuman at the Indiegrrl Banquet on August 21st. Banquet tickets are available to the public for $30 online until August 8th (advance tickets only). Conference day passes for access to the stages and exhibit hall are also available for $10 at the door (no advance sales).

Main sponsors for the Indiegrrl Conference are Oasis CD Manufacturing, Serge Entertainment, MPress Records, Onlinegigs, Songsalive, Rockin' Moms, Females On Fire, Spotted Kiva Productions, Music Talks Sessions, Daisy Rocks Guitars, Indie Artist Assistant, Linq Songs Publishing, Koncept Consulting, Sage Design, Bassett Printing, and more. Planned workshops and panel discussions on Friday and Saturday at The Spencer Penn Center will feature alternate guitar tunings, song writing, web design, graphic design, podcasting, booking your tour, press kits, press releases, touring on a tight budget, long term survival as an indie, balancing personal life and career, Non Profit 101, and more. The conference will also feature an Exhibit Hall featuring different industry vendors and an artist row where you can talk directly with some of the showcasing artists, along with two stages showcasing live performances in music, comedy, and spoken word. Showcasing artists are being selected now and the showcase schedule will be posted on the Indiegrrl website soon. Showcasing artists will be a combination of members from the Indiegrrl Women in the Arts organization as well as Songsalive, Females on Fire, and Rockin' Moms.

A full conference pass is $100 and will allow you to attend all workshops, panels, exhibit hall and both live performance stages on Friday and Saturday. Although the showcases will feature women, men are welcome to attend the conference and take part in the workshops and panels. Thursday night banquet tickets are $30. A general public one day ticket will be sold on Friday and Saturday for $10 that will allow access into the exhibit hall and the two stage areas. A food vendor will be on site at The Spencer Penn Center selling a selection of sandwiches, salads, desserts, snacks and beverages. The Dutch Inn Hotel located at 2360 Virginia Ave., Collinsville, VA 24078 is offering room discounts of $64.95 for two people and comes with a free full breakfast buffet for those attending the conference. Phone (276) 647-3721 to make your room reservations. Purchase your complete conference pass online at http://www.indiegrrl.com. The one day passes for the exhibit hall and stages will be sold at the doors on Friday and Saturday at The Spencer Penn Center.

Indiegrrl is an entity of the Indie Music For Life 501(c)3 non profit and each year donates monies specifically for the Indie Music For Life cancer research and educational cancer awareness programs.

The following artists from around the country will showcase throughout the three day conference:

Friday Theater Stage - Indiegrrl Members
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM - Comedian Shelly Ryan - Marietta, GA
2:30 PM - 3:10 PM - Katie Garibaldi - San Francisco, CA
3:20 PM - 4:00 PM - Amanda Abizaid - North Hollywood, CA
4:10 PM - 4:50 PM - Linq - Royalston, MA
5:00 PM - 5:40 PM - Genevieve - Los Angeles, CA
5:50 PM - 6:30 PM - Lisa Jane Lipkin - Millwood, NY
6:40 PM - 7:20 PM - Carey Colvin - Chester, VA
7:30 PM - 8:10 PM - Vicki Blankenship - Martinsville, VA
8:20 PM - 9:00 PM - Sonya Heller - New York, NY
9:10 PM - 10:00 PM - Ros Wilting Band - Monrovia, MD

Saturday Theater Stage - Indiegrrl Members
11:00 AM - 11:10 PM - Comedian Shelly Ryan - Atlanta, GA
11:10 AM - 11:50 AM - Melissa Bel - Ontario, Canada
12:00 PM - 12:40 PM - Terry Winchell - Water Mill, NY
12:50 PM - 1:30 PM - Sue Jeffers - Kent, OH
1:40 PM - 2:20 PM - Erin Brown - Raleigh, NC
2:30 PM - 3:10 PM - Arjuna Greist - Northhampton, MA
3:20 PM - 4:00 PM - Mary Jennings - New York, NY
4:10 PM - 4:30 PM - Roia Rafieyan - Flemington, NJ
5:00 PM - 5:40 PM - Broda - Farmville, VA
5:50 PM - 6:30 PM - Tracy Rice - Nashville, TN
6:40 PM - 7:20 PM - Vicki Genfan - Flemington, NJ
7:35 PM - 8:15 PM - Sweet Interference Band - Washington, DC
8:30 PM - 9:10 PM - Mermaids in the Basement Band - Norfolk, VA
9:25 PM - 10:05 PM - Patty Benson and Band- Greensboro, NC

Saturday Exhibit Hall Stage -Various Organizations' Artists
11:00 AM - 11:40 AM - Amanda Abizaid (Songsalive) - North Hollywood, CA
11:20 AM - 12:00 PM - Katie Garibaldi (Songsalive) - San Francisco, CA
12:10 PM - 12:50 PM - Amy Mathews ( Songsalive) - Dillon, CO
1:00 PM - 2:40 PM - Genevieve (Songsalive) - Los Angeles, CA
2:50 PM - 3:30 PM -Kim-Char Meridith (Rockin' Moms) - Naperville, IL
3:40 PM - 4:20 PM - Linq (Rockin' Moms) - Roylston, MA
4:30 PM - 5:10 PM - Debra Alt (Rockin' Moms) West Haven, CT
5:20 PM - 6:10 PM - America's Sweetheart Band (GoGirls) - New York, NY
6:20 PM - 7:00 PM - Conshafter Band (GoGirls) Richmond, VA



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posted July 22, 2008

www.Appomattox News.com - Pamela Matlack Klein
Singer and songwriter Brenda (Broda) was at Baine’...
Singer and songwriter Brenda (Broda) was at Baine’s Books and Coffee Saturday night and performed to an appreciative audience. Her unique style - she calls it “Acoustic Americana” - and throaty voice are both easy on the ears.

Known in musical circles as just Broda, Brenda has been playing piano since she was six years old and continued in classical piano until she entered college at Longwood College in Farmville, Virginia. There, she was influenced by jazz, which combined with some country licks to finally evolve into her distinct sound. Around two years ago she lost the piano and picked up the acoustic guitar and Broda was born.

After graduation from Longwood, Broda taught music professionally and eventually opened a private music academy for students. She now plays at venues statewide and has a CD ready for release this summer.

Brenda bought her first guitar in 2006. She began to hang out at local spots featuring live music and soon began playing on Open Mike Night at Baine’s in Appomattox. It wasn’t long before she was splitting gigs with owner, Bryan Baines, until she accumulated a body of work large enough to support a solo performance. Broda says, “I’ve come a long way in a short time and just want to go further!” when asked about her plans for the future.

Her act is a combination of original material along with an assortment of well-known pieces. She opened with an interesting juxtaposition of George Gershwin’s Summertime and Van Morrison’s Moondance then segued into several original tunes. Broda’s lyrics are intensely personal and draw heavily on her life experiences but the tone is generally mellow.

*NOTE FROM BRODA: My dear friends, please note that I have not "lost" the piano. In fact, I still plays keys at most performances as well as guitar and even mandolin on occasion. Thanks.