Alternative New Band

Artist - Coheed and Cambria
Album - In Keeping Secrets of Silent Earth : 3

What is rock and roll? Is it a look? Is it a dead legend that has been beaten and bruised by attempted revival? Is it based on individual perception, and defined differently by all? Does any one really know? Does anyone really care? This whirlwind of confusion blown down from the gods of rock above may perturb us at times, but there is hope in it!

www.coheedandcambria.com

Loud Rock New Band

Artist - Down and Above
Album - Vena Cava
Minneapolis-based down and above have emerged with a refreshingly original sound that blends heavy grooves, 3-part harmonies, and hardcore-inspired breakdowns into a powerful, melodic mix.  With introspective lyrics and a passionate delivery, dna saturate their music with a balance of emotion and perspective.

www.downandabove.com

RPM New Band

Artist - Paul Van Dyk
Album - Reflections
The final year of the millenium was an especially honor-filled one for international DJ and producer Paul van Dyk. First, the readers of the English magazine "DJ" voted Paul as the "Best Music Maker", ahead of DJ legends Fatboy Slim (2) and Paul Oakenfold (3). Then at the 1999 Music Awards in London he received the "Best international DJ award".

www.paulvandyk.de/