The music of Bill Gaunce has been described by Ninevolt magazine as “A tour-de-force of ceaselessly melodic folk-pop that would make the Band, the Wallflowers, and Wilco proud.” As you listen to some of Bill’s more recent tracks (see “Troubled Times”), it is hard not to be enticed by the melody and tempo-driven sounds that span genres from folk to more contemporary rock’n'roll. The former frontman for The Stationary Poets has a voice reminiscent of Bob Dylan and Tom Petty, and the instrumental backing necessary to complete a unique-yet-inspired sound.

Gaunce’s most recent release, “B Sides and Bums: 19 Songs of Questionable Character,” offers tracks that Gaunce considers ‘extras’ although their quality of production does not warrant such a modest title. You can find information on this recent release and much more on Bill’s profile.

Bill is constantly changing his free download song, keeping his listeners happy. Be sure not to miss out on the unique music of this promising indie musician, who can be quoted as saying he has “…experienced more than his share of cheap road-gig hotels, shady booking agents, sleazy bars, and major label deals gone up in smoke.” We’re sure that many aspiring artists out there can relate.

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The results are in for the Premier Guitar Challenge. Celebrity judge Marcus Henderson has named Daddo Oreskovich as the winner in the Electric category and Adam Scharff of The Scharff Brothers as the winner in the Acoustic category.

Daddo Oreskovich won the Electric challenge with his song, “The Temple.” This phenomenal Eastern European guitarist, producer, and composer has been playing guitar since the age of six. Daddo recorded his 2009 album, “The Other Side” in his Chicago, Illinois living room. The album contains ten original tracks and was received very well in the U.S. and Europe.

Adam Scharff of the The Scharff Brothers won the Electric challenge with the song, “Walking After Dark.” The Boston-area group lists its biggest musical influences as Elvis Costello and the Beatles, and its sound has been characterized as “…addictive hooks and strong sense of sibling harmony” (Creative Loafing/Atlanta, GA).

Broadjam would also like to congratulate Lee Oliver for winning runner-up in the Electric category with his song, “Just Kidding” and Jim Smith for winning runner-up in the Acoustic category with his song, “Gaudi’s Castle.”

The November contests have been posted! Submit your songs and compete with fellow Broadjam members to try and secure your place in Broadjam history (and for a chance to win great prizes!). There are five new contests ready for submissions: Bad Luck, Historical, Dedication, Blues and November Song of the Month.

Submit now for a chance to win prizes from Studio Devil, Modernbeats.com, Indie Venue Bible, and VocalDownloads.com. Check out the contests page to find out more.