The Ripcords, Irv Lyons Jr. and West Side Social Club all nominated for the Native American Music Awards (NAMA).
Syracuse, NY, February 2, 2022 – Three of Central New York’s most notable groups have been nominated at the international level… recognizing the artist’s performance and songwriting ability. Songwriter, Irv Lyons Jr., has been nominated for four Native American Music Awards, including ‘Best Rock Recording’ and ‘Artist of the Year’ for ‘Private Invitation’ off of his newest EP of the same name. Irv also was nominated for ‘Best Male Vocalist’ and ‘Song of the Year’ for Save The Planet.’ Rex Lyons, his cousin Irv, and The Ripcords, were nominated for “Group of the Year’ ‘Best Blues Recording’ from The Ripcords album ‘Unmasked (Live).’ They were also nominated for ‘Best Blues Recording with the group West Side Social Club which includes Earl Slick, Pete McMahaon and Liz Strodel.
“To be nominated for the Native American Music Awards is an amazing honor and great privilege,” says Irv. “Private Invitation is my best work to date. The most complete in lyrics and music. It is a snapshot of my experiences in love, friendship and the heart. These songs are all radio ready as any of them could be on the charts now. My true labor of love that hopefully people will enjoy, and play over and over.”
The Ripcords consist of a strong musical collaboration from cousins, Rex and Irv Lyons Jr. along with Ripcords members; Jay Gould, Tom Witkowski and Steve Palumbo. A versatile group of musicians who can deliver blues, rock, swing and jazz and write their own originals as well. “People will listen and hopefully see how we can deliver a great sound and performance in this live recording,” states Irv.
“I’m honored and excited to be up for a couple of NAMMY awards!” adds Rex Lyons. “We’ve been making original music for over 2 decades, hopefully 3rd times a charm and we bring home the hardware. Congrats to all my fellow nominees. Good luck!” The Native American Music Awards has nominated The Ripcords in the categories of ‘Best Blues Recording’ and ‘Best Group of the Year.’
Voting is now open to the public at: NAMA19VOTINGBALLOT
What: Native American Musicians nominated for 7
The musicians are extremely pleased and humbled to have been nominated with Earl Slick and the West Side Social Club, for Best Blues Recording. This is a collaboration of The Ripcords with Earl Slick, Pete McMahon and Liz Strodel. “In a day and age when blues albums are rarely recorded, with the exception of legend Buddy Guy & Gary Clark Jr., this recording is a breath of fresh air! Recorded on tape and for the most part live, this recording sounds and feels like it was recorded at 2120 S. Michigan Ave! I am proud to be a part of it!” adds Slick.
NAMA awards
Who: Irv Lyons Jr., The Ripcords and Earl Slick and the West Side Social Club
When: Voting now through March 31st
Where: NAMA19VOTINGBALLOT
For more information visit:
https://www.irvlyonsjrmusic.com
http://www.fabulousripcords.com
https://www.nativeamericanmusicawards.com
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Kimberly Rossi
http://www.indigocny.com/
315-679-7387
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