JASON BALL: Among the Trees

Jason Ball

Among the Trees

© 2002 Jason B. Ball (634479020827)

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Alternative Rock Album Written and Produced By: Singer- Songwriter, Guitarist " Jason Ball. " www.JBallmusic.com - myspace.com/JasonBallmusic - JasBBall@hotmail.com

tracks

1 (intro)
2 Handgun
3 Never See the Day
4 Coming Back Again
5 Axis
6 Scream
7 (midtro)
8 Not Me in Mind
9 Come & Go
10 The Redwood Stay
11 (outtro)
12 Childhood Years
13 Choose a Better Way
14 No More
15 Believe (in the Imported Wheat Juice from L.A.)
16 Released
17 Legend Lives On (Among the Trees)

notes

"Among the Trees" is J-BALL's debut, 17-track CD released on his independent record label "R00T L0VE ReC0RDS" (December 2002). It's an album filled with melodic songs that help create a diverse fusion of Alternative Rock, Folk and Hip-Hop music. J-BALL's unique style of Singing, Songwriting, Guitar playing and Producing shine throughout the album leaving his listeners hooked.

Among the Trees was Written and Produced entirely by J-BALL. It was recorded in Austin, Texas at Clockright Studios during the hot Summer days of 2001 and 2002 (Assisted by: Bassist Bradley Corl, Drummer Shane Vannerson and Engineer Jason Richard). However, the album's concept manifested three years earlier during J-BALL's inspirational stay ''among the trees'' of Humboldt County, California.

Among the Trees is an emotional, musical voyage containing 14 catchy songs, 3-tracks of funny studio outtakes (with surprise answering machine messages), a cappella J-BALL flows and even a hidden track. In the words of the great Rap group Public Enemy, "don't believe the hype." Take a listen to our Mp3s and find out for yourself.

Here, at R00T L0VE ReC0RDS, we encourage freedom of speech. So, please feel free to leave us an album review and help give the people what they need. Thank you for your time and support. For additional information concerning the music and message of J-BALL (including more J-BALL pictures, MP3s, tour dates, videos, merchandise, news, lyrics and contact info), please visit our Web Site.


-QUOTES-

"Among the Trees is refreshing. A true Folk-Rock album."
- The Mckinleyville Press. 2002

"J-BALL is a songwriter people need to hear. Hip-Hop & Rock appeal"
- Weekly Volcano. 2003


-BIOGRAPHY-

J-BALL is a Singer Songwriter, Artist, Guitarist, Producer trying to build a musical movement founded on compassion, consciousness and professionalism. J-BALL has an extensive range of musical influences and it's these inspirations that have helped shape one of the most original and musically inventive artists in today's music industry.

Using a mix of tribal guitar riffs and melodic vocals, J-BALL captures his listeners through raw emotion and showmanship. His clever song structures, catchy hooks and award-winning lyrics unite himself, his audience and the dynamic band that backs him up. J-BALL's passionate songwriting, distorted guitar playing and powerful vocals work together to create a distinct type of Alternative Rock music.

At only 27 years of age, J-BALL has written over 100 songs and has been playing guitar for over half of his life. Several years of songwriting experience, voice training and live performances have paved the road for one of music's leading entertainers. Simply put, he assembled his band to make people dance and to help shine some sort of light upon our social troubles. J-BALL thrives on equality and diversity both in his music and lifestyle. He is unique in his progressive approach to music and it's clear that J-BALL has the ability to reach many people.

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  • still rockn'
    author: b-love

    ya no doubt j, still rockn' after all these years. stay up, b-love

  • Meaningful
    author: Lee

    This CD is really good. I would advise anyone to buy AMONG THE TREES. " J-Ball " is a great artist who writes great lyrics!

  • Rock & Roll...
    author: Jeff

    I like this j-ball Music 'cause it's different... and 'cause it f*ckin Rocks !!!

  • Amazing CD
    author: Megan

    Big fan of this CD. Some songs sound a lot like G Love, though they're all very good and will put you in a good mood. Highly recommeded.

  • eeewwwW BABY
    author: Brent

    This is a wild CD!

  • Love it
    author: Nikki

    A wonderful collection of songs whose words travel straight to my soul.

  • The kind of music I've been looking for.
    author: Kathy

    I absolutely love this cd. I can't seem to listen to anything else. I could listen to these songs over and over. It's just good music. I'd highly recommend this CD.

  • i am esstatic! texas sucks conservative greedy, booty !
    author: Jerry

    * WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING:* "One of the best in Austin." -- KUT 90.5 "A talent." -- from tenth-muse.com

  • best underground artist
    author: J.R.

    The word on the street is that J-BALL is one of the best underground artists in the USA.

  • J-BALL is truly AMONG THE TREES
    author: Brian Cunningham

    I was no doubt impressed with AMONG THE TREES. J-BALL has a very interesting perspective on life-- it can be visualized in his descriptive lyrics, and heard throughout his soulful harmonies. My favorite song has to be Come and Go. Here, J-BALL really brings together all his grass roots elements of blues, hip-hop, funk, but most of all, his ability to either send a powerful messages on the state of the world, or just tell a beautiful story through his music. ROCK ON!

  • amazing
    author: Jennifer

    Weird and wonderful

  • Creative Songs
    author: D3

    This CD is great. This CD is unique. The songs on this disc were recorded with great quality. Loving lyrics with a smooth tone. I like this fresh sound of music. These songs have a story to tell.... just LISTEN.

  • love it you will !
    author: john

    This is a great cd. I love every song on it and play it again and again. Its definitely worth the money. The funky sounds of ''Childhood Years'' is pretty cool. ''The Redwood Stay'' allows the listener to really feel the CD and identify. I love the variety of songs and really will continue to listen to it. He sings about normal things that are relevant to a persons life or that a person can relate to. The use of the clarinet in ''Handgun'' is awesome. Can't wait for the next one ...love it you will !

  • This CD offers great insite to many of the problems with society today.
    author: SMW

    This CD offers the listener a variety of sounds and styles while delivering a strong message about many of todays pressing issues. Among the Trees is a truly unique album that allows listeners to relate to the music and ponder future and past history.

  • great songwriter - great music
    author: Jo

    J-Ball has a great songwriting ability--with a different sound and up tempo beat--I love the lyrics and music production of HAND GUN & COMING BACK AGAIN-- I will be looking forward to additional CD's and hope to see him live in concert.

  • J Ball is a guy who feels and converts that to an innovative sound
    author: Buttugly

    Real Music for Real people.Its positive energy and earthy grit. Its got zip and it zaps you.

  • musically lyrical, Awesome CD
    author: Kate Marie

    I wish more musicians wrote lyrics as meaningful as these. J-ball writes with a possitive message and that fact alone gives this CD four stars. That is something to be commended nowadays. Among the Trees has quickly become a favorite CD of mine to sit around and listen to because of the different styles of music it touches on. Creative music with moody, social commentary.

  • musically lyrical, Awesome CD
    author: Kate Marie

    I wish more musicians wrote lyrics as meaningful as these. J-ball writes with a possitive message and that fact alone gives this CD four stars. That is something to be commended nowadays. Among the Trees has quickly become a favorite CD of mine to sit around and listen to because of the different styles of music it touches on. Creative music with moody, social commentary.

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