Based on their common love for the groups, Coldplay, Maroon 5, Michael Jackson, and Kanye West, Timothee Lee Lovelock (vocals and violin), Adam Piccoli (drums), and Zack Gracius (keyboard) decided to create a sound as diverse as America’s melting pot. These are three young men who have a look that will appeal to the ladies; each has his own very defined personal style. And the unique blend of real musicianship boasts a genre that’s uniquely flavored.

The promotional materials sucked me in. I was compelled to open the package, read the comic book that accompanied it, and listen to the well art-directed CD. I was curious more than anything and was hoping I would be pleasantly surprised. I expected this music to be as good as its packaging. This band did something right. They got my attention. Out of literally countless CDS, I opened theirs.

This movie is based on a novel, The Girl Who Played with Fire by Stieg Larsson. He is no longer among the living. Of course, his grungy and innovative works will continue to passionately and emotionally affect everyone. There is no doubt that the Stieg Larsson holds up a mirror in front of the face of a true life, using his life experiences as an excellent observer.

Agenda Magazine’s Indie Hotspot interviews record producer, musician, and studio owner Rich Mouser. (Video)

I attended the 2010 Palm Springs Film Festival earlier this year and enjoyed the foreign film Paulista, which was directed by award-winning Robert Moreira. The film won Best Picture and Best Actress at the Hollywood Brazillian Film Festival and has received rave reviews in the independent film circuit. Paulista features the following accomplished Brazillian actors: Silvia Lourenco, Maria Clara Spinelli, Danni Carlos, Paulo Vilhena, Fabio Herford, Leilah Moreno, and Gustavo Machado.

Deemed the guru of indie rock, Rich Mouser has recorded countless bands. His specialty is certainly in the guitar-driven rock genre. He has helped cultivate the sound of emerging indie bands and has polished established acts inside and outside of the country. He’s one of the most respected progressive rock engineers and mixers and has worked with Transatlantic, Spock’s Beard, Dream Theater, and more. Within the last few years, Mouser has imported Irish talent (Jaded Sun, Paul Toal, and Lancelot), produced their albums, and helped to establish their sound. It’s not so far-fetched that bands outside of the country have traveled here just to have the opportunity to work with this talented producer.