Hi, my name is Akiko/Firebird999 and I am a New Age Composer from Coronado, CA. My music is best described as New Age, Lounge, Ambient, Nu-Jazz, World.

You check out one of my tracks Love Forever by pressing play.

I create music that is...
That reflects the passion I have for life and the world.

Some of the artists that have influenced me and my music are...
Classical composers, film composers, Brazilian music, Japanese culture, Nature and Life.

My thoughts on the power of music are...
Music will go beyond word and no boundary...will express and explain all...

My mission as a musician is...
Live my life with whole my soul.

To find out more about me, you can visit...
myspace.com/akikofirebird999

Energize your body and activate the creative side of your brain all in one shot with "Aronas" by Aronas. Yes, Ladies and Gentlemen, for a limited time, you get to go to two destinations with one fill up. Act now to get that audible inspiration needed to get through the rest of the day.

Although we are just joking about the limited time thing, we do hope that you listen, enjoy, and repeat as needed.

Title: Aronas
Artist: Aronas

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Always in and out of time
Someday I have to make it mine
And now you see i never let it go
Always deep down in my soul

Oh I want to see
I certainly want you to be everything you believe
I certainly want you to see everything you can see
And I will......
- Japhy Ryder

Title: I Will
Artist: Japhy Ryder

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Check out my short interview with Acoustic Fuel Approved Artist, Theresa Walker...

Can you tell me a little about your upcoming CD?
I was really lucky to work with people that got me and what I was trying to do so the whole thing came together pretty effortlessly. It really moves and breathes and has a lot of color. It’s called “The Next Big Thing” named after one of the key tracks I felt most accurately encompassed the overall theme of the album. It’s just me pursuing a life less ordinary and the changes, struggles, and revelations I went through along the way. Its hope, fear, drama, disappointment, joy, heartbreak, and empowerment all rolled into one.

Who did you work with?
I worked with an up and coming multi-talented producer named Kosta Lois as well as some of the best musicians I know Jon Mattox (drums), Tim Hall (guitars), and Brian Cram (bass).

When can we expect it?
September 2008

How do the songs compare to "Feel Free"?
“Feel Free” is unique in the sense that it’s like an anthem. It’s not really about me per se. I wrote it for the soul purpose of inspiring others…women in particular. The other songs are more personal and a little more specific to the nitty gritty of me.

When and where can we see you perform?
I will be having a CD release party in October with a full band of which the date is still pending but if anyone would like to be invited just go to www.TheresaWalker.com and sign the guestbook or email me at Theresa@TheresaWalker.com and I’ll send you the info. Also, I’ll be playing a few songs this Sunday August 10 at Unity church in Westlake. After the release of the record I’ll be doing several shows…I’ll keep you posted!

What kind of messages are in your lyrics?
There’s something about emotional honesty (even if it isn’t pretty) that is really empowering. So I think that comes across. There’s also a knowing that life can be so much more than what we have settled for. I could have given up on myself a thousand times for a thousand reasons and I probably would of if I didn’t have the people in my life not letting me. Now, it’s just no longer an option. So, it’s about changing, it’s about growing, it’s about doing what ever is needed to live a meaningful life and ultimately finding joy in the process.

How can your listeners expect to feel after "filling-up" on your new cd?
I hope it makes them want to move physically, mentally, or both. . I hope they find themselves in it. I hope they feel acknowledged for who they are and a little less alone. I hope they feel a little freer and maybe even compelled to make a positive change in there life.

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Theresa Walker is a singer-songwriter based out of Los Angeles, CA and is also a member of the AF Co-Op.

Looking in the mirror can't do a thing with my hair
See a new line on my face but should I really care?
The phone's ringing off the hook. Another bill to pay
Ain't no groceries in my fridge but I know that I can still say:

No fears No worries
It's gonna be all right
No matter what may come
It's gonna turn out fine

I know it's gonna be a lovely day
With every breath I take, every move I make
I know it's gonna be. . .
I know it's gonna be a lovely day
When the skies are grey good still comes my way
So I know it's gonna be. . .
-Selena 7tySix

Title: Lovely Day
Artist: Selena 7tySix

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