July 2008

• Kristy Thirsk Honored For "Out There"! Kristy Thirsk's track "Out There" from the Sirenes album earned her a citation a citation award from the Red Cross. It is being used in "Restoring Family Links," a program that connects family members who have been torn apart and cannot find each other because of natural disasters or war. We'll provide a link to the public service announcement when it is available. (08 July 2008)

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• Musical Discoveries Thanks British and Israeli Artists! Musical Discoveries editorial staff just completed a sabbatical that included concerts with Mermaid Kiss, Breathing Space and Mostly Autumn in England. The staff also attended Savannah Zwi's last performance with Xamavar in Tel Aviv, Israel. We'd like to thank the artists for their hospitality and congratulate them on these stunning live performances.

  Check out our review of the Mermaid Kiss album Etarlis and interview with their vocalist Evelyn Downing. Also read our review of the Breathing Space album and their vocalist Olivia Sparnennn. Although our review of the new album Glass Shadows is still under construction, read our review of the band's 2007 album, Heart Full Of Sky.

  Be sure to check out our review of Savannah Zwi's and Xamavar's demo recordings. With the singer and the band now going their separate ways, watch this space for exciting developments in Savannah's solo career and Xamavar's future direction. (02 July 2008)

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