FM 88.5 WXPN (Philadelphia, Lancaster area)
FM 90.3 WJTL (Susquehannah Valley)
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Reviews for Breathe Deep:
"What makes this album, Breathe Deep, so good is Hiram's penmanship. He is a great songwriter/wordsmith. Combine that with the airy guitar-based folk of his musical style, it makes for an enjoyable listen... It is poetic, musical, and honest. Hiram has put together an excellent album full of hope you can sit down and contemplate your navel to, or just play for enjoyment." 4/5 stars! - Robert Boynton, The Phantom Tollbooth full review
"Breathe Deep is built upon Ring’s Acoustic Folk sound and his love of African Rhythms; melding two distinct sounds into one you won’t forget... a songwriter and word smith... Ring writes and sings music about what he knows, believes, feels and sees... artistically mature and intelligent songs... Breathe Deep is an incredible listen." 5/5 stars! - Wildy Haskell, Wildy's World full review
"In addition to being an incredibly nice guy, Hiram is an unassuming, yet extremely talented singer/songwriter... On Breathe Deep, Hiram takes us on a journey, one both personal and universal... You know you are listening to someone very well aware of his humanity, and not interested in putting on airs and pretensions." - Ken Mueller, Inkling Media full review
some quick facts about Hiram:
2007
- Tony Guyer produces his 4-song EP Go From Here
- after spending September in Spain, Hiram teams up with Matthew Monticchio , David Green , and other local Lancaster musicians to produce, record, and release a full-length Christmas album of original and sacred songs entitled "Word >>> Flesh". With a release date of Black Friday, the album sells over 500 copies in 3 weeks, largely by word of mouth. Two of the tracks, Hiram's original song "O Little Child" and a world-music inspired rendition of "Come Thou Long Expected Jesus" are selected to be in regular rotation on local radio: FM 90.3 WJTL
2008
- Hiram continues working on his full-length album as well as recording other musicians. His song 'Go From Here' is played on local radio
- 'Go From Here' is selected as one of the songs for the Music For Everyone benefit album. Another song that he produced and recorded with local musician Katie Becker also receives placement on the album.
- Hiram then decides to live in western Norway with his uncle for 3 months, learning some Norsk (Odda dialekt) and helping Ove Danielsen record a full-length album.
- Returning in July to the US, he helps Katie Becker finish up her EP, "Firstborn" and co-produces a second Christmas with Matthew Monticchio and David Green entitled "Love >>> Begotten". Songs from this album are again picked up by local radio, and another song that he wrote (Just a Single Season) is offered as a free download by WJTL and WXPN. The album is carried by four central PA Borders stores - you might still catch them now...
2009
- Hiram releases his first full-length album, 'Breathe Deep' to a packed crowd in Lancaster on February 7, then hits the road to play shows along the east coast, updating his blog daily with videos of where he's been. Visit themadafrican.blogspot.com to stay updated!
- now home in Lancaster, PA, Hiram is playing the occasional show, but is also busy working on recordings of his own music and that of other local musicians. Visit RingRecords.net to find out more.
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For music downloads and other info visit: www.hiramring.com
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