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Attention Musicians!

We'll do all we can to promote our customer's music!

That said, if you are musician who buys your gear at Ballew's Music, and you have a website or myspace page, well then by all means link to us! We'll do the same for you!

This is what we need from you:

1. Your Name or Band Name
2. Brief Bio
3. Your web address
4. Reciprocal Link

Pretty simple huh?
All we ask of you is to link our site on yours in return...broken links are worthless!

You can send that info to ballewsmusic@bellsouth.net
Strangers come in the store...strangers become customers....customers become friends...you can't ask for much more in this business. Below you'll find links to some very talented people who shop at Ballew's! Thanks to all of you...we couldn't make it without you! Our friends come from every walk of life and we're honored to have them represented on our website. Our message to them...."Keep on doing what you're doing!"


Steve Abercrombie is a crafter of experimental folk that inspires euphoric feelings among listeners. It's evocative and hypnotic and every piece boasts the mark of a true artist. Abercrombie long ago decided to always be creative and refuse to write music that is derivative. Abercrombie has his own things to say and doesn't want to shallowly repeat another's musical message. The old saying is that there is nothing new under the sun but Abercrombie's work disproves that.
The Bankwalkers

The Bankwalkers are a Blues Rock Trio from Carrollton Ga. The music they play ranges from tradition blues from artists such as Muddy Waters and Howlin Wolf to later blues rock artists such as Buddy Guy and Jimi Hendrix and even other Blues influenced artists like Gov't Mule, Black Sabbath and Tom Petty. The members are Monty Neese, Kevin Lyle and Neil Yearta. All three members of the Bankwalkers have had a lifelong affection for music or I guess you might call it an obsession with music.
Eaton Street Blues Band

Bill Eaton - guitarist, vocalist and songwriter has been playing blues in the south for more than 25 years. Bill always wanted to have a BLUES BAND. After many tries with many other musicians Bill bought his nephew Geoff a bass guitar for Christmas about four years ago and started teaching him to play. The trend continued with musicians coming and going. All the while Geoff was honing his skills at the bass and they put together a song list, all blues & blues/rock. The Eaton Street Band is going strong, playing blues classics, recording Bill's originals and doing some smokin' blues/rock. They love playing their music and it shows. Check 'em out! Tell 'em we sent you!

80's female singer & Jazz Musician Miki Howard comes on strong with her first studio album in two years. "Private Collection" gives you the best of both of Miki's musical worlds that have made her an award-winning, platinum, multi number one artist.With five original songs produced by Miki and the ultra talented, Chucki Booker and five outstanding standards produced by Miki and Brandon McCune, "Private Collection" will prove to be Miki's most versatile work to date. Miki's voice is intoxicating!

Captured by driving guitars and catchy vocal hooks, this four piece pop/rock musical group House of Thomas has definitely left their mark in their hometown of Atlanta, GA. House of Thomas has shared the stage with such legendary artists as the Newsboys, David Crowder Band, and Matthew West, and has independently carved their path into the Contemporary Christian music scene. Having won numerous competitions across north Georgia including setting multiple records on the Late Night Live show on Atlantas J-93.3 FM by popular listener vote, this group continues to captivate their audience and build their fan base everywhere they go.
House of Thomas has just finished working with Dove Award nominee producer CR Pendleton who produced their debut self-titled full-length project released July 2006.

Kevin Lyle

Kevin gives guitar & bass lessons here at Ballew's Music, and he's the real deal. He plays in 3 bands. He plays drums for Thunder Monkey and The Bankwalkers, and he is the lead guitarist for Rustbucket...a new blues powerhouse in the West Ga area. Kev can do it all and does it well, whether it be in the studio or on the stage. We luv ya Kev!

From JML's website:
Hey, I am Jon Mark Lundell. I play bass in GrooveBucket with Kevin Lyle, Kyle Gilbert, Grant Long, and Neil Yearta. I play drums in Hi-Test with Johnny Knox, Neal Wilson, and M-2. I am playing either bass or drums with Justin Tyme depending on the night. Sometimes with Justin Tyme, Dan Bowman, Andy Harris, Jody Lundell.....others perhaps? I have a home studio, where I have made a couple of records now, and I am in the process of finishing up my punk record. Come see one of the bands for crying out loud. I have been in the following bands in this order: Mystery Motion, October, The Amazing Idiots, Six Ways To Sunday, The Hollywood All Stars, The Family Jewels, Weight Of Days, The Dirt Poets, GrooveBucket, Johnny Knox and Hi-Test, Copasetic, Justin Tyme, and The Lundell Brothers. Wow, I didn't realize there had been that many. The Lundell Brothers consists of just my big brother, Jody Lundell, and I. We just released a cd last year, and are working on a second right now. If anybody has made it this far you are a trooper! Big Love, JML


Snowcone for President- Snowcone For President started as an acoustic project a few years ago with sole member Jeremy Neese. Jeremy later set out to form a band called Tube Skreamer with his brother Josh Neese. Tube Skreamer disbanded because the lead singer ripped a vocal cord and was unable to practice for months. While sitting on the deck one night Jeremy and Josh decided to start up Snowcone for President again but this time electric. They at once set out to find a drummer which came in the form of Micah Bingham. The band was formed and the rest is history. Check 'em out


3 wandering sons of the mighty Scylla, daughter of Nisus, in the eternal search of their older brother. The mission...to clear the name of their loving mother and the evil done to her by Cirse, the evil enchantress. The Sons of Scylla have joined forces to make Epic Metal & Thrash mixed with a splash of 70's Icon Rock that will ring in the meadows of Crete and beyond.

Country/roots singer/songwriter from the East Alabama / West GA area. David is one of the hardest working musicians you'll find anywhere around. He puts his heart and soul into his songs and it's evident when you give them a listen. David has really come into his own with his new cd, "Life". Check out his website for more info on David....don't forget to pick up his new cd!

Sunset:Carcrash- Sunset:carcrash began as a solo acoustic project in which the only constant member was Tyler McSwain. A revolving group of musicians would play at any given time, though now, Sunset is much more constant. It has evolved into a blues/rock band with a folky twist... Current members are Tyler McSwain (Lead Guitar, Lead Vocals), Bain Griffith (Bass, Vocals), Tyler Ashley (Acoustic Guitar, Vocals), and Dalton McSwain (Guitar, Drums). They are simply a group of guys who love playing music.
Swaff Studios

Recording studio located in West Georgia specializing in Christian, Pop, and Rock recording. Pro Tools and Sonar DAW's. Tell 'em we sent you!
Thundermonkey

Eclectric Power Trio consisting of Matt WIlliams, Steve Abercrombie, and Kev "The Hammer" Lyle. Thunder Monkey happens sometimes. So you better get ready! Thundermonkey shows are like snowflakes....no two are the same!! Not unlike the lotus, Thundermonkey will continue to bloom for you again and again. Still not sure about Thundermonkey? Don't knock it until you try it....we hear an economy size is coming soon!
Matthew Williams

I thought about simply copying and pasting a bio for Matt, but I ain't goin' out like that! Matt is a good friend, and like family here at Ballew's. You are hard-pressed to find someone who has a genuine love of music in his heart like Matt....and that's enough to command our respect, but when you hear him play, your like "Damn! This guy is the real deal!". The industry needs more guys like this...period. That said, Matt is a guitarist & vocalist for 'Blueground Undergrass' and also plays in a side project named 'Thundermonkey' along with our own Kevin Lyle and Steve Abercrombie. Click the link to find out more!