Based out of Minneapolis, Minnesota, André Rodriguez is one of the premier indie-alternative songwriters in the Midwest. The newly released album, titled Somewhere New, is a compilation of Rodriguez's best songs from the past three years. Somewhere New is an artful presentation of songwriting, combining memorable melodies with thoughtful storytelling. Produced by Minneapolis' Luke Fredrickson, the new disc also features guest appearances by André's brother, Dan Rodriguez and Breanne Düren of Owl City. Born in Rochester, Michigan, André started playing piano at the age of four and studied classical music throughout high school. During his teenage years he developed a love for composing and arranging. In 2000, he moved to Minneapolis to study music at North Central University where he received his degree in music performance. In 2005, André released his debut album, Closed Doors Open, which received praise from organizations such as Musician's Resource Magazine, We Are Listening, and TAXI. With the current arrival of his sophomore record, Weekly Indie hails that "Rodriguez is back and greater than ever." You can find out more about André on his website.

Somewhere New (instrumental) Somewhere New

Tagged as: Alt Rock, Other, Instrumental.

1. Chinaski: dark and driving energetic alternative rock
2. Amoeba: cinematic pop-ambient
3. Antiqcool: soul soothing acoustic guitar songs
4. Attic Trax: Chilled downtempo with a bit of attitude
5. Ash Ganley: masterfully nuanced AAA rock
6. Amycanbe: alternative, pop, electronic, rock, trip-hop from Italy
7. Brad Senne: dreamy, acoustic folk rock
8. Blue Wave Theory: high-energy surf-inspired instrumental rock
9. Amy Denio: Progressive 'world soul' music for thirsty ears
10. Beth Quist: electro-Balkan / Indian meets New Age.
11. Streicher Trio: classical chamber music on period instruments
12. Alexander Lisenkov: Lounge and dance electronic music with elements of jazz and ethnic
13. Angelight: New Age/World Music for mankind from Russia
14. Andrew Jilin: merging classical European and traditional Japanese to create captivating cinematic flute music
15. Laura Inserra: the Hang, a new instrument from Switzerland
16. Steve Eulberg: smile-inducing, toe-tapping folkgrass
17. Cobb Bussinger: Melodic, passionate, introspective and transcendent journeys to the heart
18. Anamar: songs with a Latin and Afro mood, blended with Tango, Milonga, Morna, Rumba, Habanera
19. Jeff Wahl: acoustic new age and jazz guitar.
20. Giorgio Costantini: Intense and minimalist new-classic piano and cinematic orchestration