(((Sonic Deli :: News Archive )))

Jim Armstrong will be interviewed and perform live on 2 Toronto radio shows this week:

On Wednesday, March 19, 2008 Jim and members of the Sonic Deli Band will perform on CIUT 89.5 FM's TAKE 5 Morning Show with host, Andy Frank (8:30 - 10:00 am) If you can't tune in on local FM, you may also listen live at www.ciut.fm.

As a spokesperson for Epilepsy Toronto, Jim will speak of living with epilepsy and to invite the public to our Sonic Deli Records' 3rd Annual Benefit Concert for Epilepsy Toronto on March 29th at the C'est What - 67 Front Street East, Toronto. Jim Armstrong & The Sonic Deli Band headline with The Schomberg Fair opening.

And on Friday, March 21, 2008 Jim will join host, Paul Corby on CORBY'S ORBIT, CKLN 88.1 FM at 12:30 pm for a live chat and a solo acoustic performance of a few of his songs and again, discuss epilepsy and the forthcoming concert held each year in March which is Canada's NATIONAL EPILEPSY AWARENESS MONTH. You may also listen on line at www.ckln.fm.

Advance tickets for the 3rd Annual Benefit Concert are available now; please contact us directly via email info@sonicdelirecords.com or (416) 535-5896.

Because we know that you can't possibly wait that long for your Jim Armstrong & the Sonic Deli Band fix; we're offering up Jim and the boys, plus the incredible musical stylings of Sleep Six over at the Savannah Room, 294 College Street (@Spadina) this Saturday, March 15th - 10:00 pm - $5.00

Q: What do the following famous musical names have in common?; Buddy Guy, Jackson Browne, the Jayhawks, Jeff Healey, Nelly Furtado, Rosita Stone, Colin James, the Goo Goo Dolls, The Quakes, Rhea's Obsession, Michael Buble, Brilliantfish, Tulpa, The Kings, The Crash Test Dummies, Tea Party, Alanis Morrisette, Spirit of the West... I could go on because the list is endless!

A: The musicians of the Sonic Deli Band and Sleep Six have played for and with them all!

So come out this Saturday, March 15th and treat yourself to some wicked music!!!! Ain't no beginner bands here ;-)

*NEWS FLASH* Tuesday, March 4, 2008 --- Tonight (Tuesday, March 4th) is the broadcast of episode #9 of CBC's primetime television series, MVP; Secret Lives of Hockey Wives - 9:00 pm. Jim Armstrong's song, SANCTUARY is included in the soundtrack.

If you are not able to watch this show, the series is available to view on-line and the soundtrack from the entire series is also posted for your listening pleasure. Check it out www.cbc.ca/mvp

Today at 5:00 pm, Jim Armstrong is being interviewed by Payal Doshi on CHRY 105.5 FM's NEWS NOW. If you're in the Toronto area you can listen! And even if you're not in the area you may still listen on-line by going to the CHRY 105.5 FM website, www.chry.fm.

Jim will be talking about our forthcoming 3rd Annual Raising Awareness Benefit Concert for Epilepsy Toronto on Saturday, March 29, 2008 at C'est What, 67 Front Street East, Toronto. Proceeds to Epilepsy Toronto, www.epilepsytoronto.org.

Advance Tickets: $10.00 - available now (contact me) and $12.00 at the door.

Many of you recently received our latest press release sent out last Thursday, February 7th regarding Sonic Deli Records' 3rd Annual Benefit Concert for Epilepsy Toronto. Advance tickets will be ready toward the end of the month; keep checking our website for updates. Here are the particulars again:

WHO: Jim Armstrong and the Sonic Deli Band w/ The Schomberg Fair
WHAT: Third Annual Benefit Concert in support of Epilepsy Toronto
WHERE: C´est What, 67 Front St. East
WHEN: Saturday, March 29th - doors at 9:00pm, show at 10:00pm.
TICKETS: $10 in advance / $12 at the door - available by calling Andrea at Sonic Deli (416) 535-5896 or Nicole at Epilepsy TO (416) 964-9095

You may have also read in the press release that a new Jim Armstrong song, Sanctuary, has been licensed for the soundtrack of CBC's new prime time television series MVP: The Secret Lives of Hockey Wives. The show has just been moved to Tuesday nights at 9:00pm. Sanctuary is included in Episode # 9. Jim's myspace page has a few new demos posted (including Sanctuary) Go have a listen and tell us what you think of them!

Uncle Shag of Longtown Sound, podcasting out of WLSO.FM is one of our favourite show hosts. Unc recently did Jim Armstrong the honour of including Tomorrow's Gonna Be Grand on Episode # 296. And speaking of favourite podcasts and internet radio stations, Moll and John over at Monochrome Museum have done some revamping (including a new "vote for your fave track" system) and are now launching MMTV - go check it out!

Meanwhile, host Daniel J. Harris of the Soupy Gato Show is celebrating his 200th episode. Congratulations Daniel. The Soupy Gato Show is frequently voted the # 1 podcast over at Podcast Alley. Hometown faves, IndieCan have just announced that they're partnering up with XM Satelitte's Channel 52 The Verge - Boy has this show taken off in just over a year...

And wait! there's more; Global Village member, Detroit Beatz has included Jim Armstrong's Heaven Only Knows and When It Rains on show # 30 - thanks Jamie. MusicGoat's Corey has just informed us that he plans to include Jim Armstrong's Gypsy in a forthcoming podshow and last but not least, Outlaws and Red Dirt Radio have just added Jim's I'm Coming Home to their playlist.

Sonic Deli Records presents the third annual benefit concert in support of Epilepsy Toronto. Jim Armstrong and the Sonic Deli Band will share the stage with spirited performers The Schomberg Fair, on Saturday, March 29th at C´est What, 67 Front St. East. Doors at 9:00 pm and show starts at 10:00 pm. Tickets are $12 at the door or $10 in advance by calling Andrea at Sonic Deli (416) 535-5896 or Nicole at Epilepsy TO (416) 964-9095. All proceeds will benefit Epilepsy Toronto, www.epilepsytoronto.org.

A non-profit community agency, Epilepsy Toronto is celebrating their 52nd Anniversary this March, during National Epilepsy Awareness Month. Three hundred thousand Canadians struggle with epilepsy and Sonic Deli Records partner Jim Armstrong is one of them. He has coped with it since age six, undergone state-of-the-art brain surgery to reduce seizures and continues to be a "genuine hero, an inspiration to all who are faithful to their art." - Andy Frank, CIUT. A gifted singer-songwriter, composer, producer and multi-instrumentalist, Jim was right back at the soundboard working on his first CD compilation, only three months after his surgery. The project was released in April of 2005, and Brown Bag Lunch, a collection of songs by eleven Toronto artists, marked the beginning of independent record label, Sonic Deli Records.

The multi-faceted Armstrong has had much success since Sonic Deli launched his solo debut, the alt-roots-rock album, Mudtown last May, drawing comparisons to the likes of Bruce Springsteen, Tom Waits, Randy Bachman and Steve Earle. He has composed music for many independent feature and corporate films and his more recent song "Sanctuary" has even been included in the soundtrack of episode nine of the new CBC prime time television series, MVP; The Secret Lives of Hockey Wives. He writes songs about real characters from everyday life, the working class hero, and sings them with the passion of a defender of the underdog. The Sonic Deli Band, which provides a more than solid foundation for that passion, includes the incredibly talented and seasoned Wes Miller on bass, drummer Alvin Lapp, (who did a 3 year stint with Buddy Guy among many others), and Phil Kane (better known as the Windsor Twister), on lead guitar.

Named after an Ontario agricultural fair in Schomberg, (their hometown), The Schomberg Fair (Matt Bahen, Nathan Sidon and Jake Stewart describe themselves as "3 handsome assholes"), do it best live. Engaging and upbeat performances of their came-by-it-honestly rural speed-gospel/folk-punk keep audiences rowdy, just the way they like it. Fast on the heels of their debut CD Pickup Full of Empties in 2006, the lads will be releasing a second CD this April at the legendary Horsehoe Tavern.

Sonic Deli Records and guest artists continue to support the goals of Epilepsy Toronto, raising awareness and bringing hope and inspiration to others.

Hard to believe that 2007 is coming to an end (already?!?) and it's been quite the year for us. Think that we shall fondly refer to 2007 as "The Launch Of All Things Mudtown".

Since the release of Jim Armstrong's CD, Mudtown last May, it has been added to the playlists of over 60 terrestrial, satellite and internet radio stations and podcasts with more to come. To date, we've received 15+ great reviews in a number of countries, plus 2 soundtrack placements with more licensing opps. to announce soon.

Jim and his Sonic Deli Band also appeared live on 3 CIUT 89.5 FM radio programs, played a number of shows and events - including NXNE - with many more coming up in 2008.

Jim Armstrong's song, Happier Timeshas been included in the soundtrack for a promotional video for Canadian Music Week (CMW) 2008. The video, created and produced by the cool people of Bohagey Bowes, also includes music by fellow Canadians, Amanda Rheaume, Knocker Pot, Id Guinness and Carey Ott.

Earlier this year, we told you that another Mudtown track, Hole In His Heart was licensed for All Along; a movie by Robert Angelo Masciantonio. The film recently received an Honorable Mention for Best Feature at The Myrtle Beach International Film Festival (finished 2nd in the category) and is now entered into the The Beverly Hills HD Film Festival (Dec 27-Jan 7). More info here www.allalongfilm.com.

Mudtown was recently added to the playlist of The Promise; Live365.com. Here's their excellent mini review;

"Jim Armstrong - Mudtown (2007)
Straight from the heartland... You know... Toronto, Canada. With his slightly gravely voice and straight ahead attack, this is rock and roll that makes you think of Mellencamp or even Melissa. If you close your eyes you can see these guys playing live in a small club opening for someone, when they really should be the main attraction. Good songwriting. Good sense of rock and roll. Find out more at Sonic Deli Records (love that name). "

If you love and support independent music, please take the time to check out a couple of our favourite shows:

The Soupy Gato Show (frequently voted the #1 Podcast here - please vote too if you agree!) Plus, you may request a Jim Armstrong tune anytime, as Soupy Gato's Daniel J does regular request shows.

And our homegrown fave, IndieCan Radio. The gang at IndieCan recently put out the word to call upon fellow artists/musicians/listeners to help:

"Over 30,000 listened to Episode 63. We would like 64,000 to listen to Episode 64 and 100,000 to hear # 65. So this week we ask you to get the word out. Ask your friends to tell their friends to join us. Our goal is to give these great do-it-yourself recording artists the scope of audience they deserve. This really is community radio - of the people for the people. "

Next chance to come on out and "dance, drink, rock and be merry" with Jim Armstrong & The Sonic Deli Band is Saturday, January 12th at The Savannah Room, 294 College Street (@ Spadina) Opening guests are alt-country band, Les Kilt. Show: 10:00pm $5 cover.

And on Thursday, January 31st, Please join headliner, Jim Armstrong & SDB at Mitzi's Sister (wonderful food and ambience) 1554 Queen Street West. Singer-songwriter, Steve Singh returns to the stage for his first live performance in 2 years; what a great way to kick off the show at 10:00pm. Both acts will be joined by those hell-billy boys (and girl), Luckyfool. Gonna be a big night and you definitely don't want to miss this one. Bonus: No Cover!

As we wrap up, please join us in congratulating our 2005 Brown Bag Lunch album alumni, The Entropy on their recent signing of a North American distribution deal with Spinerazor Records and Universal Music Group Canada. Way to go Boys!

And thank YOU for your continuing support; please have a safe and lovely holiday season - here's to a fabulous 2008!

We've been busy here at the "Deli"; many new songs being written and recorded and - wait for it - lots and lots of live performances to rock you by!

If you haven't caught Jim Armstrong & The Sonic Deli Band playing on a stage lately, then you've been missing out.

We promise you one thing; you're in for a really good time when you get yourself out to that next show and here's a great way to start:

Friday, December 7, 2007
at the Cadillac Lounge
1296 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON
(416) 536-7717
cadillaclounge@sympatico.ca

Cost: $5 (and all the fun you can handle; ya know, a little pre-Christmas yee haw).

Sat. March 29, 2008 - C'est What, 67 Front Street East - 3rd Annual Benefit Concert
for Epilepsy Toronto w/ The Schomberg Fair, Amber Ladd

Keep checking our website/shows for updates on the guest artists and more show announcements.

One of our very fave podcasters, Jersey Todd has been nominated for Top Radio Personality in this year´s Asbury Music Awards out of New Jersey, USA. If you get a chance to check out his show and agree that he should win, click on this link http://www.upstagemagazine.com/eventphotos/
AMAballot2007.pdf and vote! (Hint: we found it easiest to right click and save the link) Good Luck Todd!

Here is an excellent blog article about the current state of the music industry; the comments are just as fascinating as the author´s original piece. One word of warning should you check out the rest of the Demonbaby site, it can be a little x-rated!

Songs from Jim Armstrong´s album, MUDTOWN continue to be added onto radio rotations and podcast playlists; here are the most recent:

To help Jim receive airplay please request your favourite songs from MUDTOWN on NIXA COUNTRY

"Mudtown is the debut release from Toronto singer-songwriter Jim Armstrong. Armstrong mixes a retro blues-rock foundation with Americana sensibilities. Reminiscent of the work of John Hiatt and fellow Canadian Fred Eaglesmith, Armstrong´s music has a gritty, earnest edge for fans who enjoy the rockin´ side of Americana."

Here is great mini-review of MUDTOWN on Chip Frazier´s excellent music blog, AMBER WAVES OF TWANG. Chip´s reviews are also posted on another terrific music site, TWANGVILLE. You may read the entire article here and below is the excerpt:

"Jim Armstrong - Toronto based singer - Songwriter Jim Armstrong makes his debut with Mudtown He is an accomplished producer who has worked with number of independent Canadian artists. Although the comparison may not be fair, He is clearly influenced by John Hiatt. After working all of these years with other artists he is finally releasing a solo album of his own. In fact to call it a solo album is an understatement since Armstrong wrote or Co-wrote all of the songs, produced the album and played most of the instruments himself. The result of this tightly controlled process is an infectious hook laden Americana album."

Kelly Dearmore also writes an excellent review of MUDTOWN on his music blog, THE GOBBLERS KNOB:

"A couple of days ago, I wrote about Canadian Kathleen Edwards. Then I read about other Canadian acts that are a little country and a little rock and roll. Today, I make my daily trek over to the Waves of Twang that are Amber in Color and see that he is also becoming more enamored with our chilly neighbors to the north. While we are all in the mood to inform folks about the many ways in which Canada rocks, I would like to also agree that Jim Armstrong´s latest CD, Mudtown is a worthy listen. Artist like him seem to fall into a group with early Steve Earle, Chris Knight, and even John Mellencamp when he isn´t singin´ about how trucks prove to the world that this is indeed "Our Country". I have never quite jived with such groupings, however. Chris Knight continues to bellow dark, gothic tunes of murder and betrayal while he stays as far away from the mainstream as he seemingly can. Early Earle is a far cry from the latest incarnation of the Hard-Core Troubadour, and like I said earlier Mellencamp is belting out jingles these days. I concur with Chip´s John Hiatt comparison over any other attempt to offer fans of a certain artist a suitable alternative. What struck me the most about Mudtown was how the disc seemed to effortlessly transition from bluesy-rockers like "Heaven Only Knows" and softer, more thoughtful alt-country tunes such as "I´m Coming Home". This disc was released on Sonic Deli Records, in which Armstrong is a key player..." read the original here.

NEXT SHOW - Wednesday, October 24, 2007 - The Savannah Room, 294 College Street - Jim Armstrong & The Sonic Deli Band are opening for Ottawa's Tim's Myth. Here's some interesting trivia for you; which band won the biggest cash prize ever awarded by a Canadian radio station to date? Why, none other than Tim's Myth, of course! And that would have been the Ottawa Big Money Shot Battle Of The Bands (2006) Jim and the boys take the stage at 9:30pm (Tim's Myth @ 10:30 & 11:30pm) Cover: $5.00 You know you don't want to miss this one - hope to see you there.

*NEWS FLASH* Jim Armstrong is walking to support Epilepsy Toronto on September 30th. Please consider supporting his efforts with a charitable donation by going here: Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon - or if online is not your thing, you may consider sending a cheque directly payable to Epilepsy Toronto 510 King Street East, Suite 224, Toronto, ON M5A 1M1 (attn: Theo Selles ) and include "Jim Armstrong - marathon support" in the subject line - tax receipts are issued.

Jim Armstrong and the Sonic Deli Band will be performing at the Polish Festival (street fest) in Toronto on Sunday, September 16th from 3:30pm until 7:00pm at the North Stage - (sw corner of Roncesvalles & Howard Park Avenue) Admission is free and there will be lots of music, great food, shops, displays, beer tents... what more could you ask for? We look forward to seeing you there!

Friday, October 12th @ Mitzi's Sister - 1554 Queen Street West, Toronto ON, M6R 1A6 (416) 532-2570
Jim & SDB will be closing for openers, Steven Stanley (Lowest Of The Low) & Carla MacNeil and headliners, The National Keyframe Band. No cover / show starts at 10:00pm - excellent food, drink & ambience!

2 more excellent reviews out of Europe for Jim Armstrong's MUDTOWN - (English translations coming soon!)

Ctrl Alt Country (scroll down the CD reviews recent additions list to Jim Armstrong Mudtown)

And this excellent review of MUDTOWN written by Bert Gagnon of Neon Radio Productions & Musictogousa.com

"Jim Armstrong's "Mudtown" cd has long been awaited by many of his fans and for good reason. This artist has demonstrated precision and technical expertise beyond what is expected coupled with strong songwriting skills that transcends his chosen genre of Americana. Mudtown's eclectic styling incorporates some of music's best genres, Americana/Roots/Rock and Jim also throws splashes of Blues into this five star cd. Even though this cd has eclectic qualities, it remains within context, as there isn't any element that competes against each other. So what you hear is extremely high quality songs that you will certainly enjoy for a long time. Key tracks are "Heaven Only Knows", "Mudtown", "Hole In His Heart" and "Rhythm Of The Moon". Even though this is Jim Armstrong's first solo album, Jim is no novice to the music arena and it is very apparent as he has hit a homerun his first time out. Here is another artist that will be on our playlists for many years. Here´s the original:

So many new Radio Stations & Podcast Shows have added (or are about to add) songs from Jim Armstrong's album, Mudtown to their playlists. Please treat your ears and check some of them out. And don't forget; many of these stations take requests - ask to hear your favourite Jim Armstrong song - and often! Please see our radio page for the entire list

The past few weeks have seen an explosion of radio and podcast plays of the songs from Jim Armstrong´s new CD, MUDTOWN as well as more glowing reviews of that album, so let´s get right to it.

Here in Toronto you can´t get more cutting-edge than Joe Chisholm´s excellent hour-long show, The Toronto Indie Scene "Where Indie Fans Meet Indie Bands" on www.indiecan.com. Jim Armstrong and some of the other Brown Bag Lunch alumnae have been previously played on a couple of shows and we´re thrilled to announce Jim´s inclusion on Indie Can Radio´s milestone episode #50 with Tomorrow´s Gonna Be Grand. http://www.indiecan.com/radio.htm#episode50 You´ll love this exciting show; every episode is a musical treat and discovery. Indie Can is also broadcast on CKLU FM 96.5 in Sudbury, CILU FM 102.7 in Thunder Bay, Durham College´s http://theriotradio.com as well as on www.radio3x.com & www.errorfm.com.

Randall Cousins´ Brave New Frontiers is back on air after a brief hiatus and Jim Armstrong was the featured artist with 2 tracks (She Spins Around & Two Shooting Stars); episode #157 - www.bnf.libsyn.com

Another outing on Edinburgh-based Tom Fahey´s wonderful AmericanaOK @ Leith FM with Jim´s I´m Coming Home; episode #77 - http://americanaok.libsyn.com

Angel In Our Corner has been included on episode # 206 of Karen Miller´s excellent podshow, The Miller Tells Her Tale broadcasting out of Edinburgh at www.themillertellshertale.co.uk

Stateside, check out The Soupy Gato Show with host Daniel J Harris. Find it here at http://www.podcastalley.com/podcast_details.php?pod_id=21268 episode 80A includes Jim Armstrong´s Hole In His Heart. This is one very cool show!

Johanna J. Bodde is the host of Radio Girl; a lovely show broadcasting out of the Netherlands on www.radiowinschoten.nl - You may listen to the show on demand here http://www.altcountrycooking.nl - Jim´s song Gypsy from Mudtown and the Jennifer Bettencourt track, Taxi Cab Heart from Brown Bag Lunch are included in the August playlists.

Johanna J. Bodde is also a music reviewer and invited Jim to tell the "Jim Armstrong, An Artist Talks" story posted on Insurgent Country @ www.insurgentcountry.net in the REVIEWS section. Read all about Jim Armstrong and the making of Mudtown (in English).

We´re very happy to send you to this link: http://www.partyinkingston.com/music/reviews-jimarmstrong.html to read a wonderful review of MUDTOWN by the publisher of PartyInKingston.Com, Chris White. Chris comments, "This was truly one of my favourite albums to review."

Two more reviews of Mudtown come from that hotbed of Alt-Country & Americana music appreciation; The Netherlands! We´re working on getting the English translations to post here on our Sonic Deli Records website but in the meantime go to this link for a brand new review of Mudtown @ http://www.rootstime.be. Freddy Celis of Roots Time tells me that if they gave out horses (stars) with their reviews, Jim Armstrong and Mudtown would receive 4.5 (out of 5)!

And a respectable 3 out of 5 stars for Mudtown - see the Patrick Donders penned review over at www.hanx.net.

As previously announced, Hole In His Heart has been licensed for an independent feature film, All Along, a movie by Robert Angelo Masciantonio. Go watch the trailer(s) here www.allalongfilm.com or here at www.whatsmyfantasy.com the song is included in the extended trailer.

Coming soon, a review of Mudtown in the September issue of the UK´s largest country magazine, Maverick. On the newsstands Thursday, August 16, 2007. www.maverick-country.com

Finally, here´s an English translation kindly provided by Johanna J. Bodde of the www.altcountry.nl review of Mudtown by Rene Leverink:

Translation review AltCountryNL
Jim Armstrong "Mudtown"

"An old soul, wet behind the ears. The freshman veteran rookie old timer of the year." I couldn't track down HOW old Jim Armstrong is exactly, but he's indeed getting gray already and yet "Mudtown" is his debut album. Jim Armstrong is a singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer, all of this for several decades. He runs -together with Andrea Poulis- the Toronto based indie label Sonic Deli Records. Finally he found the time to make his own CD. And let's not beat around the bush: "Mudtown" is a beautiful record, and one would ask why it had to take so long before Armstrong dared to do his own thing.

The first track "Heaven Only Knows" hits the target immediately, with a deep slurring electric guitar, that sucks us inexorably into the wet misery of New Orleans: "Through windows of broken glass I was outside looking in at a kingdom made of sand; where the cities flood and desert begins". Steaming soul, stamping rock and thrilling blues in one package. Immediately thereafter prize track two follows: title song "Mudtown", that presented itself to Armstrong during his long walks through Toronto, with his two huge German shepherds Seizure and Dolby. Toronto, where life isn't easy, but it always offers opportunities: "This is no paradise, but there's possibility. A man could plant himself here."

Well, also otherwise Armstrong knows very well how to put an album together, how to do almost the whole accompaniment by his lonesome, and when to ask for a real specialist, like Kenji Miura on electric guitar in "Heaven Only Knows" and "When It Rains", a prize track AGAIN, damn!

Here's the link for the long-awaited video highlights of Sonic Deli Records' Benefit Concert for Epilepsy Toronto which took place at the Cadillac Lounge in Toronto on March 23, 2007.

Sonic Deli recording artist/producer Jim Armstrong has had epilepsy since the age of 6. He underwent brain surgery in December 2003 which allowed him to return to live performance after a number of years away from the stage. Jim continues to manage his epilepsy with medication. For more info please go to www.epilepsytoronto.org

This video was put together by E. Thomas Canton/Canton Film Studios and features Jim Armstrong & The Sonic Deli Band, Morgan Ross of the Birds of Wales and Amber Ladd. Music is Jim Armstrong's Angel In Our Corner. Enjoy and feel free to share with others.

In other news, Jim Armstrong and MUDTOWN just received an excellent review on the AltCountry.nl website in the Netherlands (where Jim & MUDTOWN received 4 out of 5 mustang horses!) If anyone speaks Dutch and can translate properly we'd love to know what was actually written. http://altcountry.nl/recensiesjul07.html
In the meantime, we have been keeping ourselves quite amused reading the various versions after running them through the free on-line translation software sites.

And we're thrilled to finally be able to announce that Jim's MUDTOWN track, Happier Times, has been included in Episode #75 of AmericanaOK @ Leith FM, broadcasting out of Edinburgh, Scotland via www.leithfm.co.uk and in New Zealand on Radio Goldrush 1440. Catch it in podcast form here: http://americanaok.libsyn.com Host Tom Fahey has one of the finest shows in the world for airing Americana, Roots-rock and alt-country music. Treat yourself to something excellent today.

*News Flash* this just in - another song from Jim Armstrong's MUDTOWN is featured on this week's AmericanaOK broadcast! Show #76 http://americanaok.libsyn.com

AmericanaOK host Tom Fahey says [of the album MUDTOWN] "...this album is a real grower...that's a very beautiful song there, Tomorrow's Gonna Be Grand, from a very fine album indeed.

Last but not least, here in Toronto, there is another fine radio programme, Back To The Sugar Camp with host, Steve Fruitman on CIUT 89.5 FM (Thursdays @ 6:00pm). Steve played Jim Armstrong's MUDTOWN track, Two Shooting Stars on the July 5th broadcast. But never fear, you can catch the show in podcast form anytime you'd like by clicking here www.backtothesugarcamp.com and going to show #376.

NXNE has come and gone for another year; Jim Armstrong & the Sonic Deli Band played a great set on Friday, June 8th as part of SPEAK Music´s JUMPFEST Showcase at the NOW Lounge. Thank you Jennifer Claveau & SPEAK Music and thank you to all the other terrific artists sharing the stage - everyone made it an evening to remember!

The NXNE INDIE MUSIC MARKET on Saturday, June 9th at the Yonge & Dundas Square was a great opportunity to chat and network with fans and other cool bands / artists / promoters / photogs.... not to mention the musical entertainment all day long - awesome bands!

T-shirts, buttons, posters... great designs by Peter Ledwon of Blue Sky Studios - pics & clicks to purchase coming soon - in the meantime, contact us directly to view and buy.

Various songs from MUDTOWN are beginning to pop up on a number of satellite, community and college radio stations, most notably, Greg Quill´s River of Song on Iceberg Radio/Sirius Satellite (GYPSY); CIUT 89.5 FM´s TAKE 5 & IT´S ALIVE w/ Andy Frank (VARIOUS); CFMU 93.3 Jim Marino´s Free Wheelin´ Folk Show; Jan Vanderhorst´s Just Us Folk on CKPC FM 92.1 (HOLE IN HIS HEART); DJ Ray´s Somewhere Between on Belgium´s WEB RADIO GOLDEN FLASH (WHEN IT RAINS); NEON RADIO/Music To Go USA (VARIOUS) and more...

Our main man, Sir Jersey Todd, the hardest working lawyer in podcasting, twirls SHE SPINS AROUND on episode # 91 of The Jersey Toddshow.
www.jerseytoddshow.com

Keeping the Jersey theme going, Jersey Joe features SHE SPINS AROUND as the June 22nd "Pick to Click" here www.picktoclick.net.

Cool cowboy, Bubba, out of Amarillo, Texas plays WHEN IT RAINS on the always-fabulous Outlaw Punk Cowboy Show
www.outlawpunk.com

*Irreverent John & Moll of UK´s Monochrome Museum feature Jim Armstrong´s HEAVEN ONLY KNOWS in this week´s Top of the Bats episode #78 www.monochromemuseum.co.uk - go have a listen to the show and vote for your fave artist/song of the week - Hint: Jim Armstrong is a good choice! Be forewarned, John & Moll have an uncanny ability to know if you didn´t actually have a listen! It´s a highly entertaining show and there are always great tunes from around the world to discover. Go on - it´s fun.

Ever supportive Ed Ovett of ED´S MIXED BAG recently played title track MUDTOWN on episode # 86
www.edsmixedbag.com

All of these show links may be found on our website. And don´t hesitate to leave comments on the various show home pages; the hosts love feedback too!

Live performance announcements, more radio plays and reviews of MUDTOWN coming soon...

Newsflash - This just in, Jim Armstrong´s new single, She Spins Around is featured on today´s episode # 615 of Adam Curry´s Daily Source Code; THE granddaddy podshow to end all podshows!

Thank you Adam Curry and thank you Sir Jersey Todd of the www.jerseytoddshow.com (the other podshow to end all podshows) and resident musicologist for DSC, for getting the song onto this Fubar Friday music segment on the Daily Source Code.

GET A JUMP ON SUMMER, GET A JUMP ON NXNE - JUMPFEST 2007 - FRIDAY JUNE 8TH, AT THE NOW LOUNGE, 189 CHURCH ST., 9PM - 1:30AM

SPEAK Music presents JUMPFEST 2007, two nights of showcasing exceptional talent. From folk-roots, alt-country and blues to pop and indie alternative rock. Hosted by Jennifer Claveau of SPEAK Music, JUMPFEST is a collection of seventeen Canadian artists from across the country who will be heard on Thursday June 7th and Friday June 8th, from 9:30pm to 1:30am at the NOW Lounge, 189 Church St. Tickets are $6 at the door or free with a NXNE wristband. This is an officially sanctioned NXNE event. For wristbands and more information, please visit: www.nxne.com

***Jim Armstrong and his excellent Sonic Deli Band will be onstage tonight @ 12:30 am***

Come meet Jim Armstrong in person and pick up your autographed copy of MUDTOWN, cool buttons, posters, T-shirts and more between the hours of 12 noon to 4 pm in tent #7 on Saturday, June 9th @ the NXNE INDIE MUSIC MARKET - Yonge & Dundas Square, Toronto

Jim Armstrong & SDB will be performing 12 noon to 1:00pm Sunday, May 27, 2007 @ Steam Whistle Brewery - The Roundhouse, 255 Bremner Blvd. www.steamwhistle.ca - see "events" for details.

The brewery is one of the locations for the DOORS OPEN TORONTO historical buildings tour May 26th & 27th. Jim and band will be part of the entertainment happening all weekend long on the patio restaurant (BBQ burgers and beer, of course). Hope to see you there.

WHO:
June 7th: Michael Cavan, Jamil, Jon Brooks, Frank Patrick, ROAM, Kevin Phillips and the It Men, Drea, The Undesirables; June 8th: Ivy Mairi, Jonathan Cooke, Michael Brennan, Ann Vriend, Ian North, Grainne Ryan, Ben Spencer's Funeral, Jim Armstrong, Dave McFarlane
WHAT:
JUMPFEST @ NXNE (Independent Musician Showcase)
WHERE:
Cadillac Lounge 1296 Queen Street West, Toronto
WHEN:
Thursday June 7th & Friday June 8th
TICKETS:
$6 at the door or free with a NXNE wristband
WEBSITE:
www.speak-music.com, www.speakmusiclive.com

Thank you to everyone who came out to the Cadillac Lounge last night in support of Jim Armstrong and his new CD, MUDTOWN. It was a good turnout and a lot of fun for all of us there.

A warm thank you also goes out to those who wrote or called to wish us well, even though they could only be there in spirit; we appreciate the thoughtful gestures very, very much.

A special thank you to Grainne Ryan www.grainneryan.com and Jon Brooks www.jonbrooks.ca for being part of our big event and giving wonderful performances. It was an honour to share the stage with each of you.

The biggest, heartfelt thank you to each of Jim´s excellent band members; Wes Miller, Rob Maurin, Phil Kane, Alvin Lapp and Debbie Shessel for being part of everything and always making Jim and the music shine.

Finally, thanks and kudos to our publicists, Jennifer Claveau and Beverly Kreller of SPEAKmusic for being the best team in town and Sam Grossman and the staff of the Cadillac Lounge for helping us to make the evening a success!

Keep an eye on the website for some photos of the evening - posting soon - and also the "where to purchase" links for MUDTOWN - will be available at CD Baby and other places any day. If you can´t wait - please contact us.

Jim Armstrong (& The Sonic Del Band) @ North by Northeast (NXNE), Toronto.
www.nxne.ca

Thursday, June 7, 2007 At The NOW Lounge - 189 Church Street, Toronto www.nowlounge.com - SPEAKmusic´s JUMP FEST - details t.b.a.

Jim Armstrong´s song Oxygen Kiss is included in episode # 72 of the UK podcast, MONOCHROME MUSEUM.
www.monochromemuseum.co.uk

Please visit MM´s website and download the show. Hosts, John and Moll love to hear back from their listeners and have a guest book where you can visit to comment and vote on the weekly selection of tunes from around the world. Please take a moment and leave your thoughts for them.

Jim Armstrong (accompanied by band-mate Rob Maurin) will be on CIUT 89.5 FM's ACOUSTIC WORKSHOP w/ host Heather Fielding on Monday, May 7th, 2007 - 7:00pm until 8:00pm LIVE.

You may listen throughout the greater Toronto area on your fm dial 89.5 or on-line @ www.ciut.fm as Jim plays some acoustic versions of the new songs from his forthcoming CD release, MUDTOWN, and discusses songwriting and other topics, with host Heather Fielding.

Some of Jim's songs will also be aired on Saturday, May 5, 2007 on Jim Marino's THE FREE WHEELIN' FOLK SHOW 10:00am - 12:00pm on CFMU Community Radio 93.3 (McMaster U) or on-line @ http://cfmu.mcmaster.ca.

This month Jim Armstrong's track Tomorrow's Gonna Be Grand has been added to the playlist of Charlotte Ryerson's RED TRUCK RADIO, a charming internet radio show out of Texas. Check them out @ www.redtruckradio.com.

In the podcast world, Uncle Shag at the Longtown Sound has been featuring tracks from MUDTOWN - click on www.wlso.fm - you'll get to hear tons of great songs from artists around the world. Uncle Shag is a genial and knowledgeable music host and who can argue with 80,000+ listeners a week!

SPEAKmusic's Jennifer Claveau hosts a weekly podcast THE KITCHEN SERIES @ http://web.mac.com/speakmusic.
Posted on Saturday, May 5, 2007 Episode #8 is her interview with Jim Armstrong with songs from MUDTOWN.

More of our fave podcasters are also getting ready to spin tunes from MUDTOWN and we'll announce them as they happen.

In the meantime, what are YOU waiting for? Contact us ASAP to get your advance tickets (and free copy of the CD) for the MUDTOWN CD Release Party happening at the Cadillac Lounge this Thursday, May 10th; so you too can say that you were there!

WHO:
Jim Armstrong with opening sets by Grainne Ryan, Jon Brooks
WHAT:
CD Release Concert for "Mudtown"
WHERE:
Cadillac Lounge 1296 Queen Street West, Toronto
WHEN:
Thursday May 10th, 7:30 Doors, 8pm show & 10pm show
TICKETS:
$14 adv / $16 / 416.536.7717 or 416.535.5896
WEBSITE:
www.sonicdelirecords.com
LINKS:
www.myspace.com/jimarmstrongsonicdeliband

Quick update to let everyone know that the line-up for the Jim Armstrong MUDTOWN CD Release party on Thursday, May 10th at the Cadillac Lounge is growing!

We're pleased to announce that headliner Jim & the Sonic Deli Band and opener Grainne Ryan are to be joined on stage by singer-songwriter, Jon Brooks. www.jonbrooks.ca

Advance tickets are available now - $14.00 - the first 50 advance tickets sold include an autographed copy of MUDTOWN. They're going fast...

Contact us at info@sonicdelirecords.com or call 416.535.5896 to order. Tickets are also available at the Cadillac Lounge, 1296 Queen Street West 416.536.7717.

Jim Armstrong (w/ The Sonic Deli Band) will perform 2 shows; 8:30pm & 10:00pm with singer-songwriter Grainne Ryan (www.grainneryan.com) to open the show @ 8:00pm and singer-songwriter Jon Brooks (www.jonbrooks.ca) to open the second show @ 10:00pm.

WHO:
Jim Armstrong with opening sets by Grainne Ryan, Jon Brooks
WHAT:
CD Release Concert for "Mudtown"
WHERE:
Cadillac Lounge 1296 Queen Street West, Toronto
WHEN:
Thursday May 10th, 7:30 Doors, 8pm show
TICKETS:
$14 adv / $16 at door
416.535.5896 - www.sonicdelirecords.com
416.536.7717 - www.cadillaclounge.com

Advance tickets are now on sale for Jim Armstrong's Mudtown CD Release Party.
(The first 50 advance tickets sold will include an autographed copy of Mudtown!)

Contact us at info@sonicdelirecords.com or call 416.535.5896 to order. Tickets are also available at the Cadillac Lounge, 1296 Queen Street West 416.536.7717.

Jim Armstrong (w/ The Sonic Deli Band) will perform 2 shows; 8:30pm & 10:00pm with singer-songwriter Grainne Ryan (www.grainneryan.com) to open @ 8:00pm.

WHO:
Jim Armstrong with opening set by Grainne Ryan
WHAT:
CD Release Concert for "Mudtown"
WHERE:
Cadillac Lounge 1296 Queen Street West, Toronto
WHEN:
Thursday May 10th, 7:30 Doors, 8pm show
TICKETS:
$14 adv / $16 at door
416.535.5896 - www.sonicdelirecords.com
416.536.7717 - www.cadillaclounge.com

Sonic Deli Records' Jim Armstrong and Andrea Poulis were each the recipient of Epilepsy Toronto's Annual 2006 HOPE Awards (Helping Out People with Epilepsy) They were presented with this honour on Saturday, April 14, 2007 during the charity's Educational Conference held at the downtown YMCA.
www.epilepsytoronto.org

Jim Armstrong and Jennifer Claveau's song, Hole In His Heart from Brown Bag Lunch and Mudtown has been chosen for the soundtrack of independent feature film, ALL ALONG; A Robert Angelo Masciantonio Film.
www.allalongfilm.com

Advance tickets for the Jim Armstrong CD release party of MUDTOWN will be available very soon; please contact us at Sonic Deli Records to place your order. First 50 advance tickets sold will include a copy of MUDTOWN!

JIM ARMSTRONG CD RELEASE CONCERT FOR "MUDTOWN" -THE CADILLAC LOUNGE, 1296 QUEEN STREET W, 8PM

Thursday March 29th, 2007 - TORONTO - Jim Armstrong releases his debut full-length CD through Sonic Deli Records on Thursday May 10th at the Cadillac Lounge, 1296 Queen Street West. Doors open at 7:30pm, with an opening set by Grainne Ryan starting at 8pm. Jim Armstrong will perform two shows. Early show begins at 8:30pm, late show starts at 10pm. Tickets are $14 in advance and $16 at the door. Advance tickets are available by calling 416.535.5896.

"Mudtown" music is catchy, straight-ahead alt-roots-rock that shoots from the hip and aims at the heart. The title and driving spirit of the disk were born during Jim's wanderings through downtown Toronto, where he lives, works and walks his dogs. Jim explains that "Life can be dirty, rough and mean, but there's a breed of people who struggle against the grind and somehow keep their humanity. They don't get hard, like the city, and that's what makes Mudtown liveable."

"Jim is a genuine hero, an inspiration to all who are faithful to their art." - (Andy Frank, CIUT) He defends the underdog through his music by dispelling the modern myth of perfection. This is an album that the working class will understand. He writes songs about real characters from everyday life and sings their stories with the passion of a Springsteen or Eaglesmith.

Jim Armstrong will be joined on stage by his full band, Wes Miller (bass), Alvin Lapp (drums), Rob Maurin (backing vocals and rhythym), Phil Kane (Lead guitar) and Debbie Shessel (backing vocals).

WHO:
Jim Armstrong with opening set by Grainne Ryan
WHAT:
CD Release Concert for "Mudtown"
WHERE:
Cadillac Lounge 1296 Queen Street West, Toronto
WHEN:
Thursday May 10th, 7:30 Doors, 8pm show
TICKETS:
$14 adv / $16 / 416.536.7717
WEBSITE:
www.sonicdelirecords.com
LINKS:
www.myspace.com/jimarmstrongsonicdeliband

The Epilepsy Toronto Benefit Concert will happen once again during the month of March (National Epilepsy Awareness Month) on Friday, March 23, 2007 at the Cadillac Lounge, 1296 Queen Street West, Toronto. Jim Armstrong and The Sonic Deli Band and singer-songwriter, Amber Ladd will be joined by special guest, Morgan Ross of Birds of Wales.

Advance tickets may be purchased at Cadillac Lounge, Sonic Deli Records or Epilepsy Toronto.

Also in March, Jim Armstrong and The Sonic Deli Band are making 2 live radio appearances on Toronto's CIUT 89.5 FM; Tuesday, March 13, 2007 on IT'S (A)LIVE w/host, Andy Frank – 9:00–10:00pm; and Thursday, March 22, 2007 on TAKE 5 - 8:30-10:00am. You may also listen on-line at www.ciut.fm Please see www.andyfrank.ca for more details.

Jersey Joe sent us word that both Jim Armstrong's Angel In Our Corner and Amer Diab's Backwards Beating Heart have made his BEST INDIE ARTIST LIST of 2006.

Please go to Jersey Joe's at www.jerseyjoe.net and follow the link to the list; we're thrilled to be included among such a talented group of artists.

Robert Daniel Mathers of The Rightish Brain.com www.rightishbrain.com devoted almost all of his New Year's Day Special podcast to Sonic Deli Records and the artists and songs from Brown Bag Lunch. Featured were Jim Armstrong, Crazy Babies, Violet Ray, Jennifer Bettencourt and Jennifer Claveau. The show closed with a great rocking track from New York's Sophia Ramos. Listen for yourself at www.rightishbrain.podcast.com episode # 46.

Thanks go out to Jerry Jodice, Host of The Great American Music Hour podcast for including Jim Armstrong's Angel In Our Corner and Shelley Jacobson's Wanna Be The One; interesting bit of trivia - both songs are co-writes we did with Shelley.

Please see our radio page for the entire list of stations and podcasts that play our songs.

Jim Armstrong's new CD, MUDTOWN is in the final stages of recording and will be going to manufacture soon. Stay tuned for the CD release date and launch party announcements!

**NEWS FLASH** Sonic Deli Records’ Brown Bag Lunch has been awarded the Album of The Year!!!

We are thrilled to announce that Brown Bag Lunch was chosen “Album Of The Year” at the first annual Jersey Toddshow Awards aka “The Toddies” by the hardest working lawyer in podcasting, ‘Sir’ Jersey Todd of the highly rated The Jersey Toddshow www.jerseytoddshow.com episode #67 “The Toddies”.

Please go listen to this podshow – you will not be disappointed. The Jersey Toddshow is always informative, interesting, entertaining and Jersey Todd never fails to deliver both great commentary and terrific music.

“The Toddies” episode features a veritable “who’s who” of the podcasting world from popular podshow hosts and some of the best music from the Podsafe Music Network
http://music.podshow.com

On behalf of all the artists and musicians on Brown Bag Lunch heartfelt thanks go to Sir Jersey Todd, to Brian Noes of The NoeZone for the terrific introduction and to our fellow recipients – Geoff Smith, the Alice Project, Black Lab, Tris McCall and Rick Barry. Please see the Jersey Toddshow for the complete list of artists and presenters and for links to their sites www.jerseytoddshow.com

We would be remiss if we didn't include a yearend recap and thank you to all the stations and podcasts that have played and supported us. In particular, Canadian mother ship CBC, Andy Frank and CIUT 89.5 FM, Joe Chisholm and Andre Skinner of Indie Can, Jersey Joe, Charlie Steppe (aka Uncle Shag) & friends of the Longtown Podcast, Ed Ovett of Ed’s Mixed Bag, Alasdair & Chris of The Aycliffe Podcast, Adam Curry and The Daily Source Code, Randall Cousins of Brave New Frontiers and Bert Gagnon of Music To Go USA. Please see our RADIO page for the complete list and links.

Everyone continues to write and perform of course! Here are some 2006 highlights.

There / After - Amer Diab’s new album. Love it, love it, love it! We listen to this fabulous CD all the time. Amer’s songwriting and performances are stellar. Treat yourself, your friends & family this gift-giving season with a copy. www.amerdiab.ca
www.myspace.com/amerdiab

Congratulations to Shelley Jacobson and her co-writer Lorna Flowers for penning Lucie Diamond’s latest hit song, Don’t Even Think About It. UK’s Lucie Diamond is sweeping all the award shows including European Country Artist of the Year.
www.shellsong.com www.myspace.com/shelleyjacobson

Josh Hutchinson / The Entropy - The Entropy rocked and knocked our socks off this past September at our Indie Wednesday night. This band is ready for the big time so try to make it out to one of their shows – truly! www.theentropy.ca
www.myspace.com/theentropy1

Crazy Babies, Lazo, David Janes, Jennifer Claveau, Jennifer Bettencourt, Debbie Shessel and Violet Ray have been racketing up some serious pod play around the world with their BBL tracks.

Jim Armstrong is finishing the final tracks and mixing his forthcoming and highly anticipated album, Mudtown – stay tuned for the release date announcement.

Jim and Andrea Poulis are also hard at work for Ravenstone Productions Ltd. www.ravenstone.ca creating original music for ACURA (anniversary project).

And finally, a special thank you to the following people and companies who have supported us and Sonic Deli Records without fail and without question; Darrell Yarek of Essential Indie Music/Media Specialties, Jon Long & Long & McQuade Musical Instruments, Jennifer Claveau & SPEAKmusic, Peter Ledwon Marilyn Mets of Blue Sky Studios/Dreamwind Publishing, The Sonic Deli Band; Wes Miller, Rob Maurin, Ron Bechard, Alvin Lapp & Debbie Shessel and including guest members Bruce Dies and Kenmi Chank and honourary members Val Oddo, Doug Francis and Bep Schippers. Thank you.

And thank you dear friends, family and fans – we love you all. Enjoy your upcoming celebrations.

Last Friday night's appearance at The Living Arts Centre for “The Knight of Hope” was a success for Jim Armstrong & The Sonic Deli Band. Thank you to Jim, Wes Miller, Rob Maurin, Ron Bechard and Debbie Shessel for giving a wonderful performance. Not only did the evening (which featured The Nylons, Patti Janetta, Michael Ciufo & Tiffany Costa) raise substantial funds for the charitable cause; we made many new friends and fans. Welcome!

**NEWS FLASH: The entire 6 minute 10 second piece from The Jersey Todd Show www.jerseytoddshow.com DID make it on to Adam Curry's Daily Source Code for Fubar Fridays (Nov. 10/06) - around the world, baby, and on Sirius! It features Jim Armstrong covering the Jersey Todd Show theme song AND Jim’s Angel In Our Corner with lots of mentioning of Jim's name and Sonic Deli Records. Thank you to “Sir” Jersey Todd, the hardest working lawyer in podcasting and Adam Curry and the Daily Source Code.

Check it out here www.dailysourcecode.com episode #DSC-494-2006-11-10 - about halfway thru the 45 minute show.... In the world of podcasting - this means that we have arrived - it's THE show.

Much has been happening behind the scenes here at Sonic Deli Records; Jim Armstrong has been recording the final tracks for his forthcoming album, Mudtown, new appearances to announce, many more podcasts and radio stations playing songs from Brown Bag Lunch (see our radio page) and some major revamping and updating of our website. Please keep checking back as these changes are implemented.

Jim Armstrong & The Sonic Deli Band (unplugged) in the main lobby @ The Living Arts Centre (Hammerson Hall) 4141 Living Arts Drive Mississauga, Ontario L5B 4B8. www.livingartscentre.ca

“Knights of Columbus of Mississauga Present Knight for Hope Starring The Nylons with Patti Jannetta & Michael Ciufo”

Jim Armstrong & The Sonic Deli Band will be greeting the guests with a performance in the main lobby from 6:30pm 8:00pm - - "Knight for Hope" is a musical extravaganza to benefit the Carlo Fidani Peel Regional Cancer Centre at Credit Valley Hospital . This year's event features platinum Canadian recording artists, The Nylons, as well as performances by Patti Jannetta and back by popular demand, Michael Ciufo. This event is presented by the Knights of Columbus of Mississauga.

This is so cool - in the world of podcasting, there are superstars that are listened to around the world. The granddaddy of them all is Adam Curry (former MTV host, the “podfather” - he set up the whole podsafe music network - and now broadcasts daily from his home in the UK on Sirius Satellite). ~ www.curry.com

A 6-minute piece from one of our favourite podcasters, Jersey Todd of The Jersey Todd Show www.jerseytoddshow.com and featuring Jim Armstrong, has been submitted for possible inclusion on Adam Curry’s podcast as a “Fubar Fridays” segment Todd is a lawyer who combines commentary with great music and his podcast is one of the top ten on the network. He asked Jim to do a cover of his theme song and has incorporated it and Jim’s Angel In Our Corner into this 6 minute submission to Adam Curry's show for this coming Friday. Would be lovely if Adam decides to run it. Sometimes he does, sometimes he doesn't... we'll all just have to wait and see.

So keep your ears open and we’ll let you know where else you’ll be able listen to the clip soon.

CIUT 89.5 FM’s senior producer and broadcaster, Andy Frank. has invited Jim Armstrong and The Sonic Deli Band to play live from the CIUT’s broadcast studio on the station’s new weekdays morning show, Take 5. Jim will be playing some new material from his forthcoming album, Mudtown . ~ www.andyfrank.ca

Bits & Pieces: 2 new independent feature film soundtracks to create during 2007; a

number of Brown Bag Lunch CDs are about to “cross the pond” as part of a podcast holiday season giveaway in the UK. More details coming. And of course more shows in the works….

We continue to see all the songs from the BROWN BAG LUNCH CD selling on iTunes, etc. and receiving plenty of "plays" on various radio stations and podcasts around the world. The complete list to be posted on our site shortly.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Chris Unck Band of Atlanta, GA is unable to travel north to Canada at this time. We welcome FLATLINED who have graciously stepped into the line-up.

Watch for numerous medical puns as Sonic Deli Records, Jim Armstrong and the Sonic Deli Band present A THOUSAND CURES and FLATLINED at Stones Place, 1255 Queen Street West on Wednesday, August 30, 2006. COST: $8.00 DOORS: 8:30pm SHOW: 9:00pm Hope to see you there!

Come on out to another "Indie Wednesdays" show at Stones Place - 1255 Queen Street West, Toronto on Wednesday, August 30, 2006. www.stonesplace.ca Sonic Deli Records and host Jim Armstrong & The Sonic Deli Band welcome Toronto's own A THOUSAND CURES (recently opened for BON JOVI at the ACC) and travelling all the way from Atlanta, Georgia, THE CHRIS UNCK BAND who will be joined by some special guests.

Last night marked the third "Indie Wednesday" show at Stones Place; for those of you who were unable to attend please keep checking in on the "Front Row Centre" page on Canadajams.ca's website to see the soon to be posted photos and videos from the evening! www.canadajams.ca

Thank you to Kitchener-Waterloo's The Droops and Toronto's These Electric Lives for joining Jim Armstrong & The Sonic Deli Band for a great show.

One more monthly "Indie Wednesday" on August 30th (w/ A Thousand Cures & Chris Unck) before Sonic Deli Records and Stones Place team up with Cool Planet Entertainment www.coolplanetentertainment.com to bring you "Indie Wednesdays" every week beginning in September. More info coming soon.

We're planning on revamping some of our website to include a separate page for announcements and links to an ever-growing number of radio stations, internet radio stations and podcasts that are featuring artists and songs from Sonic Deli Records' BROWN BAG LUNCH CD. Until it's posted, here are a few forthcoming broad(pod)casts...

the revRecluse show on Radio Enigma http://www.radioenigma.com featuring Jim Armstrong's ANGEL IN OUR CORNER. Original airdate, Wed., July 26/06 - 10:00pm ET, repeats 5:00pm ET Sunday, July 30/06 and will also be on the rev's overnight show and Radio Enigma's morning sampler show as well. See their site for a complete schedule.

"Jersey Joe's Pick to Click" a regular segment on Brave New Frontiers podcast will be featuring ANGEL IN OUR CORNER on August 20, 2006 http://bnf.libsyn.com Jersey Joe also hopes to feature a number of the "Brown Baggers" on his future shows. Stay tuned (pun intended) for more details.

Also, if you'd like to discover new Canadian artists and songs, go to Shuffle and follow the links: www.myspace.com/pbcashuffle

AT STONES PLACE, 1255 QUEEN ST. W., WEDNESDAY, JULY 26th, 9:30 PM

July 12th - Toronto, ON - Sonic Deli Records presents Indie Wednesdays at Stones Place (1255 Queen Street West) on Wednesday, July 26th, 9:30 p.m. This is a new monthly music series that showcases local and touring artists and songwriters from all genres on the last Wednesday of every month. Hosted by The Jim Armstrong Band, the July installment also includes The Droops and These Electric Lives. Music begins at 9:30 p.m. Tickets are always $8 and available at the door.

Indie Wednesdays is a concept developed by Andrea Poulis, President of Sonic Deli Records. "It is an opportunity to see independent music shine and it was our objective to provide an outlet for the hundreds of talented musicians we come across in our label operations on a daily basis."

It’s been two years since Sonic Deli Records was first established by the songwriting and production team of Andrea Poulis and Jim Armstrong. With one compilation CD to their credit and another one on the way, Sonic Deli Records also sees this as a wonderful scouting opportunity for artists and future projects.

The Droops – The Droops are K-W's premier new wave blues-funk-rock band. Rhythmically, The Droops are based on the blues duo of Dan Alac and Chris Flannigan. Add the high-energy guitar of Tyler Smith, (formerly of punk band Tucker and The Name Game) and complete the sound with the lyrics of Alex Machidon, a poet who brings an earthy philosophy to the band.

http://www.thedroops.com

These Electric Lives - With a common appreciation for Bloc Party, Metric, Interpol and The Postal Service, Bryan Lowe, Gary Peter, and Mark Stanfield started These Electric Lives with the common goal of becoming a cohesive unit while avoiding noise complaints from the neighbours. Now the band has developed a sound all their own, with catchy grooves, clever bass lines, finger-tapping guitars, and unique vocals from all the members combining to create a familiar yet fresh sound. These Electric Lives released their first EP, "Learn By Doing", in August 2005. They have since rounded out their line-up with two more talented musicians, Adam Balsam (drums, vocals) and Griffon March (keyboards, percussion, vocals).

Jim Armstrong and the Sonic Deli Band - The core of The Sonic Deli is Peter James (Jim) Armstrong, a multi-talented singer-songwriter whose extensive catalogue of songs is resonantly honest and from the heart. Jim's melodies and strong lyrical imagery are supported by solid grooves and are reminiscent of Bruce Springsteen, John Hiatt and Tom Petty. Since his start as a child prodigy drummer (touring from the age of 10), Jim has demonstrated his abilities as both an accomplished multi-instrumentalist and a talented producer. Jim's longtime collaboration with songwriter and business partner Andrea Poulis and bassist Wes Miller culminates in 2006 with a forthcoming solo CD on the Sonic Deli label.

WHO:Jim Armstrong and the Sonic Deli Band , The Droops, These Electric Lives
WHAT: Monthly Independent Music Series

WHEN: July 26th, doors at 8:30pm – show starts at 9:30pm
WHERE: Stones Place – 1255 Queen St West
TICKETS: $8.00 at the door
WEBSITES: www.sonicdelirecords.com, www.stonesplace.ca

Jim Armstrong and the Sonic Deli Band are pleased to announce that drummer; Alvin Lapp (Buddy Guy, Goo Goo Dolls, Colin James) has joined the band as the full-time drummer. Many thanks to our friend, Ron Bechard for ably filling that gap in the interim.

Come join Jim Armstrong & The Sonic Deli BandTuesday, July 4, 2006 @ SEVEN STAR BILLIARDS
508D Lawrence Avenue W., Toronto
(located in Lawrence Plaza beside Canly Shoes)
$5 COVER, DOORS: 9:00PM ALL AGES / 19+

June 23, 2006 - Jim Armstrong & The Sonic Deli Band @ Degrassi House, 780 Queen Street E, Toronto w/ opener Craig Robertson, headliner Luckyfool - Jim & Sonic Deli to close
Yes, we'll be in the east end of the city for a change. Please come on out – good time guaranteed!

The First Indie Band Night at Stones Place on Wednesday, May 31st was a weird and wonderful event - weather-wise - as tornado warnings raged and the rain beat down; inside the club, Cranney, The Droops and Jim Armstrong & The Sonic Deli Band put on a great show for the modest but highly enthusiastic crowd. Thank you to the bands and the fans for your great show of support.

Canadajams.ca was there; please go to their site and click on the Front Row Centre section to read the review of the show and check out the photos and videos!

Thank you also to Jerry Stone & Stones Place, and to sponsors Long & McQuade Musical Instruments, SPEAKmusic, Media Specialties/Essential Indie and Canadajams.ca

Come join Sonic Deli Records for the next Indie Band Night at STONES PLACE, 1255 Queen Street West, Toronto, on Wednesday, June 28, 2006. In order of appearance; host Jim Armstrong & The Sonic Deli Band, Danielle Duval and Forgery

www.stonesplace.ca

Essential Indie will be recording for podcasting and Canadajams.ca will be photographing and videotaping the event.

Born and bred in Montreal, yet now a Torontonian, Danielle Duval is proud to introduce her rookie album; "Mornings Like This”. Rocking since the age of 14, and traveling the wide world, Danielle has led a transcendental existence in which music has slowly taken over for gravity. That's the state of mind of the music she makes, and that’s how the record was made. You'll be able to feel it when her hard and soft melodies hit your synapses in all the right places. She recently provided backing vocals on Sam Roberts’ latest album "Chemical City”, and joined the boys on stage at Live 8, The Phoenix and Le National. Danielle is now garnering all the right attention reflected by the work that Canadian greats, including Greg Keelor and Jim Creeggan, contributed to the album "Mornings Like This”.

‘Future of rock, thy name is Danielle Duval’. Get ready - the Danielle Duval Band will be appearing soon at a venue near you.

2005 was the year FORGERY made themselves known in the music industry. They entered the Emergenza World Music Festival, and when all was said and done, they were the Ontario champions and placed fourth in the Canadian finals. In addition, Mike, Ryan, and Kelly were all recognized for their talents throughout the contest. In the early part of the year, they won the Rock 95 (CFJB-FM, Barrie, Ontario) Local and Loud contest, securing them year-long bragging rights and a contract to record a CD at the Studio @ the Lake for Wellcraft Music Group.

Seeing the band live is to witness greatness in the making. Their spirit on stage is infectious, and has earned them the love of thousands. They've had the pleasure of opening for legendary Canadian bands such as April Wine and Chilliwack, and have shared the stage with respected Canadian acts such as Thornley and Ken Tizzard.

Jim Armstrong - For almost four decades of his remarkable, musical life, Jim Armstrong has lived with, and in spite of, severe epilepsy. Jim is the core of Sonic Deli (band, label, production house); a multi-talented singer-songwriter. Jim's melodies and lyrical imagery are reminiscent of Bruce Springsteen, John Hiatt and Tom Petty. Jim has demonstrated his abilities as both an accomplished multi-instrumentalist and a producer. The Sonic Deli Band includes Wes Miller (bass guitar), Val Oddo (lead guitar), Rob Maurin (back up vocals/rhythm guitar), Debbie Shessel (back up vocals) & Ron Bechard (drums) www.sonicdelirecords.com www.sonicbids.com/JimArmstrongSonicDeliBand www.myspace.com/jimarmstrongsonicdeliband

The highly anticipated outdoor performance for Jim, Rob Maurin and the Sonic Deli Band on Saturday, June 3rd at the Bloorcourt Heritage Festival was unfortunately rained out.
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Jim & the Sonic Deli Band welcome back our former lead guitarist, Ron Bechard, as our new drummer! Yes, Ron is a very talented multi-instrumentalist, and we are thrilled to have him.

All the artists and the songs from Sonic Deli Records' BROWN BAG LUNCH (2005) are now on the playlist for www.brainwaveradio.com Go to this premier American internet radio station's home page then click "Radio Playlist and then click the "request music tab and search for any of the BBL artists by their first names. The more requests, the more the artists are added into rotation. Please help support.

Jim Armstrong, dAVID jANES, Shelley Jacobson, Lazo, Crazy Babies, Violet Ray, Amer Diab, Josh Hutchinson, Jennifer Claveau, Jennifer Bettencourt, Debbie Shessel.

Canadajams.ca was there; please go to their site and click on the Front Row Centre section to read the review of the show and check out the photos and videos!

Thank you also to Jerry Stone & Stones Place, and to sponsors Long & McQuade Musical Instruments, SPEAKmusic, Media Specialties/Essential Indie and Canadajams.ca

www.stonesplace.ca

Essential Indie will be recording for podcasting and Canadajams.ca will be photographing and videotaping the event.

Brought to you by Sonic Deli Records, Stones Place, Long & McQuade Musical Instruments, CanadaJams.ca, SPEAKmusic & Media Specialties/Essential Indie

Upcoming: July 26, 2006 w/ Jim Armstrong & The Sonic Deli Band, The Droops and These Electric Lives at Stones Place.

{Emily please make each company name an actual link to their websites as well as all the bands - Danielle Duval www.myspace.com/danielleduval Forgery www.myspace.com/forgeryofficialfanspace and Jim's www.myspace.com/jimarmstrongsonicdeliband ) you've already got the droops – These Electric Lives www.myspace.com/theseelectriclives

The highly anticipated outdoor performance for Jim, Rob Maurin and the Sonic Deli Band on Saturday, June 3rd at the Bloorcourt Heritage Festival was unfortunately rained out.
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Jim & the Sonic Deli Band welcome back our former lead guitarist, Ron Bechard, as our new drummer! Yes, Ron is a very talented multi-instrumentalist, and we are thrilled to have him.

Jim Armstrong, dAVID jANES, Shelley Jacobson, Lazo, Crazy Babies, Violet Ray, Amer Diab, Josh Hutchinson, Jennifer Claveau, Jennifer Bettencourt, Debbie Shessel.

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Come join Sonic Deli Records as we launch the first Indie Band Night at STONES PLACE, 1255 Queen Street West, Toronto, this Wednesday, May 31, 2006. In order of appearance; Cranney, The Droops & host Jim Armstrong and The Sonic Deli Band.