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Nina Sainato

“I [Nina Sainato] grew up in small town north of Pittsburgh with an abundance of three things:  classical piano, Aerosmith, & meatballs.   My mother, a jazz pianist, taught me her secrets in the kitchen while my father was a rockin’ and rollin’ Harrison Ford look-alike and longtime player of the guitar, banjo, & mandolin.  He was my biggest fan and musical influence.  When I lost him to cancer at 17, I thought it was normal for Led Zeppelin to be played at the funeral.  It is safe to say that no cooler person ever lived on this earth, not even Steven Tyler.

I joined a band at 19 and welcomed the transition from classical pianist to pop/rock keyboardist & vocalist.  Since then, I have spent the last few years playing, singing, & collaborating with other artists, something I enjoy very much and hope to continue in the future.  That being said, after being filled to the brim with the voice of others, I am excited to explore my own.

I had a very unique upbringing, performing and competing as a poised piano prodigy, then coming home to rock and roll.  What I extracted from these two things is a great appreciation and love for melody in music.  A melody that is simple and strong will resonate and be remembered. That is what I believe, and what I hope you come to believe as I write and share music of my own.”

Band Name: Nina Sainato

Hometown: Pittsburgh

Influences: Aerosmith, Christina Aguilera, Linda Rondstadt

Cover Song Licensed: Rockin’ Little Christmas

Story Behind The Cover: “While putting songs together for my Christmas album, Holly and Ivory, I ran across this gem originally done by Deborah Allen in the 80s. My goal in music is to combine humor, fun, and the blues, and this song does it all, and appropriately so for the holidays. Hope you enjoy!

Here’s a little more info on the album itself:

‘Sainato’s new holiday album features 5 songs with a rock twist, one of which is a duet with Donnie Iris, and 5 piano instrumentals. Sainato’s arrangement of her album, appropriately titled Holly & Ivory, reflects her music foundation and background: her training in classical piano married with her knockout vocals stands to create a holiday album that will be able to be appreciated for many years to come.’”

Be sure to check out Nina Sainato at her artist website, Bandcamp, Facebook, and Twitter!

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The Living Water Praise Band received the Best Classic Rock Group Award at the 10th Annual KCCM Awards.  The King Cat Music Awards were held on Saturday, May 22nd, 2010 at the Bell Cultural Arts Center in Olathe, Kansas.

The group was also honored by receiving additional nominations in the categories of Best Live Performance, lead singer and guitarist, Kyle Dardwell for Worship Pastor, and songwriter and keyboardist, Craig Reeves for the Best Artist of the Year.

“We are thankful that our music has a positive effect that gives encouragement and is uplifting,” said Louie Garcia, drummer and founder of the group.  The Living Water Praise Band can be seen at music festivals, coffee houses and local churches.  They deliver a musical message of hope to the community, and reaches out to others by collecting and distributing items to a local ministry that assists homeless individuals and families.

Their mission is to bring glory to God through songs of worship, to proclaim the Gospel message through songs of praise, and to touch people’s hearts through testimonies, witnessing and prayer.

Each of LWPB’s members are active and committed Christians that are involved in ministry work in their respective home churches, and in the local community. Their passion is to share the gospel message through meaningful music, wherever the Lord may lead.

Band Name: Living Water Praise Band

Hometown: Basehor

Influences: Tommy Walker, David Huff,Kutless,Lifehouse,Kari Jobe,Chris Tomlin,David Crowder Band, Marantha Praise Band,Aaron Shust,Jesus Culture,Todd Agnew,Matt Redman,Rick Founds.

Cover Song Licensed: Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)

Story Behind The Cover: This cover was sung by a close brother & friend,unfortunately he is seriously ill at this time. Strong spiritually a great sense of humor & he wore a big smile. It was a joy just listening to him sing this song as we were recording it in the studio. Through this song, our dear friend will continue to minister to the people as they listen to the message of this song & his smooth & talented voice.

Be sure to check out Living Water Praise Band on their website, Facebook, Twitter, Myspace, and ReverbNation!

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