Hanzie Records

Nov 30, 2009

Dave Edwards, Stumbling Mice getting airtime!

Those of you listening to Detroit’s classic rock station WCSX/94.7 FM may have noticed a certain Hanzie Records presence in the last few weeks. On the morning of Nov. 21, Pam Rossi played I NEED YOU from Dave Edwards 1st solo disc, TAKE ANOTHER LOOK (CD HR-005) on her “Over Easy” show that airs every weekend morning from 7-10AM.

The next night, Nov. 22, Dave and Bob Monteleone were interviewed on WCSX/94.7’s “Motor City Blues Project” by host Mark Pasman. They discussed, among other things, Dave’s latest release LONE SURVIVOR (CD HR-009) and the Stumbling Mice’s self-titled debut (CD HR-010).

The Paz played Dave’s LOW DOWN, which features Kid Rock’s Jimmie Bones on piano, and then The Stumbling Mice’s KNOW YOU RIDER.
They then talked about and played the recording of IT’S CHRISTMAS TIME, an original song by Bob that Dave recorded at Harmonie Park Studios for the upcoming CHRISTMAS IN DETROIT 3 benefit CD.

Speaking of IT’S CHRISTMAS TIME, Dave & Bob performed it during WDIV’s (Channel 4) telecast of the Detroit Thanksgiving Parade. Look for CHRISTMAS IN DETROIT 3 (with artists like The Howling Diablos, Jeff Daniels, Sun Messengers, Hell Drivers, Stuart Franke, Mitch Albom, Tim Diaz and others) in Metro Detroit stores (Bigby’s Coffee, Tubby’s, etc..)Dec. 10 and available for download NOW.

If you want to hear Hanzie Record’s artists on the radio, like Dave Edwards, The Stumbling Mice or the Belle Islanders, PLEASE call the WCSX/94.7FM’s request line at 313-298-WCSX. Here are the shows and the times that you have the best chance of succeeding… “Over Easy” Sat. & Sun 7-10AM “Motor City Blues Project” Sunday nights 9PM- midnight “Michigan Mondays w/Steve Kostan” Monday nights 10-10:30PM

Oct 6, 2009

Stumbling Mice debut disc out now!

Stumbling Mice’s debut disc “THE STUMBLING MICE” is finally out and ready to be enjoyed! It opens with blues “shout out” AIN’T DRUNK and closes with Steve Earle’s country gem SOMETIMES SHE FORGETS. In between are inspired performances of KNOW YOU RIDER, ROUTE 66, DUST MY BROOM and many others. THIS IS A GREAT PARTY DISC!! Check it out HERE and also look for it on iTunes in November.

Aug 1, 2009

Dave Edwards on WCSX Over Easy

On Sunday, July 26th, Dave Edwards performed 2 songs on WCSX/94.7FM “Over Easy” show. Dave played, with Lou Abraham on guitar, “It’s Written All Over Your Face” and “Ain’t No Cure For Love” from his latest Hanzie release, LONE SURVIVOR. Dave also talked about his new album with cordial host Pam Rossi.

Look for Dave to promote LONE SURVIVOR around town the rest of the year, including Sept. 4th, opening for Randy Bachman (Guess Who, Bachman-Turner Overdrive)in downtown Detroit.

Jun 5, 2009

Dave Edwards' "Lone Survivor" CD finally out!!

Dave Edwards’ LONE SURVIVOR is finally out and available right here! 3 years in the making, LONE SURVIVOR takes the listener on a journey around the world of Dave Edwards and his unmistakable voice. LONE SURVIVOR was produced by Hanzie CEO Bob Monteleone and mostly recorded at Hanzie Records’ Nothing Fancy Studio. Musicians as diverse as Rusty Russum & Lou Abraham (The Look), Jimmie Bones (Kid Rock) and Dylan McCarty (Steller Drive) make appearances as well as noted bassist James Simonson and the legendary drummer Johnny Bee Badanjek. THIS RECORD WILL ROCK YOUR WORLD!!!

May 20, 2009

Stumbling Mice Recording Debut!

The Stumbling Mice are a kick-ass 5 piece blues/rock/country outfit that has been playing the Detroit area for over 3 years. They recorded about 15 tunes over one weekend in March at Nothing Fancy Studio and are putting the finishing touches on an as yet untitled debut disc.

Look here for a late June release (and July on iTunes) for what looks to be a great party disc. The band just set up and played the live show that they normally play at biker bars like the Erin Pub in Fraser, Michigan.

Rockers like ROUTE 66 and Delbert McClinton’s WHY ME flow into blues numbers like WILD ABOUT YOU, DUST MY BROOM and Albert Collins’ I AIN’T DRUNK, I’M JUST DRINKIN’. There’s a couple of Stones covers, a couple of “old school” country tunes and a Grateful Dead cover to boot.

Oct 31, 2008

Belle Islanders to perform at Rock-A-Billy's!

The Belle Islanders will perform a full set PRECISELY at 7PM Friday, November 21st (the Friday before Thanksgiving) at Rock-A-Billy’s in Utica.

The Belle Islanders will feature material from their self-titled debut disc as well as some surprises. The CD, plus tee-shirts (Big “D”!!)will be available for purchase. Also, all other Hanzie releases (Dave Edwards, Poppie & The Stable, Luck and Trouble, Scuba la Boobala, etc…)will be available! So stock up and get some early Christmas shopping out of the way!

Rock-A-Billy’s is one of the last standing of cool indy record stores in Michigan. More in-store appearances & un-plugged shows by bigtime acts happen at Rock-A-Billy’s than any other store. Why buy at a big-box store when you get anything at Rock-A-Billy’s cheaper or the same price?!

Rock-A-Billy’s is at 8411 Hall Rd.(M-59), Utica(586)731-0188 next to Sullivan Funeral Home, on north side of Hall Rd.(M-59)between Old Van Dyke and M-53

E-mail hanzierecords@yahoo.com for any questions.

May 13, 2008

Thick Like Grits - out now!

Poppie & The Stable’s debut CD Thick Like Grits is out and available right here, right now! You can also find it at most Metro Detroit independent record stores (Rockabilly’s in Utica , etc..) and coming this Monday 5/19 to cdbaby.com. It will available for download on iTunes in June and at other digital stores as well.

May 3, 2008

Belle Islanders on WCSX

Who were you thinking of from The Belle Islanders self titled debut release was featured today on Pam Rossi’s Over Easy on WCSX in Detroit. Stoked!

You can pick up your copy of the whole CD for only $12 Detroit music supporting dollars Right Here.

Mar 19, 2008

Belle Islander's debut album finished!

The Belle Islander’s self-titled debut CD is finished and will be available at their debut gig Friday, March 21st at Sindbad’s Sohar Room. Showtime’s 9:30PM. Sindbad’s is at 100 St. Clair in Detroit, on the Detroit River (across from Belle Isle!) right next to the Roostertail.

“The Belle Islander’s” will be officially available at the end of April/beginning of May. Look for it on iTunes and other digital downloads some time in May.

Song titles include “Feeling High”, “Country Living”, “High Tide Or Low Tide”, “Soon Come”, “I’m Gonna Love Ya” and 5 others.

Sep 22, 2007

Second Look Vol. 2 almost ready!

Dave Edwards’ 2nd installment of Second Look is almost ready. Second Look is the follow-up to Dave’s debut CD, the Hanzie/Scorpio 2004 release Take Another Look. Second Look is being released in four 4-song installments. Volume 1 was released earlier this year, and featured the Edwards/Shawn Murphy duet “Soul Deep”, that recieved airplay on Detroit radio stations WCSX 94.7 and WRIF 101.1. Shawn Murphy is Bob Seger’s longtime back-up singer and currently is a member of Little Feat. She also toured & recorded with Eric Clapton.

Dave is currently in NYC/New Jersey with his band showcasing some of the new material for some industry insider events. When he returns to Michigan, he’ll put the finishing touches on Second Look Vol 2.

One final note: Vol 2 features an ace version of Carole King’s “It’s Too Late”.