Artist description Phil Hodge is a singer and songwriter who has played the drums since childhood. Phil currently resides with his wife and two children in the the foothills of Central Maryland. Phil started performing for audiences in high school and has put his musical aspirations in high gear during the last few years recording with a major label producer and working to secure a record deal in Nashville.

Music Style Country, New Country, Country Blues, Blues Rock

Musical Influences One of the biggest influences that made music and singing important to Phil was his father who was always involved in a theatrical or musical production of some sort. As a child Phil would accompany him to rehearsals and shows, in awe of those who could stand up on a stage and make people happy or sad, to really touch people in the audience with the music or words. Needless to say, Phil was hooked.

Similar Artists Tim McGraw, George Strait, Randy Travis, Aaron Tippin, Andy Griggs, Kenny Chesney, Travis Tritt , Montgomery Gentry, Lonestar

Artist History New Beginning was recorded on Music Row in Nashville, TN. During the spring of 1999 and fall of 2000, Phil had the opportunity to record with some of the most talented musicians in the industry. Phil says, "the experience of recording in Nashville is like no other; top of the line equipment, engineers, and personnel make for an awesome result and incredible fun!!"

Instruments Vocals , Drums

Albums New Beginning

Press Reviews "'I Will' is a nice song with a good tune acompanying it. I would recommend anyone on the list who likes love songs to listen to this one." -- Michael McCurley, www.theaudionetwork.com "Country music has taken on a new face as of late and the original style has been somewhat lost in the popish mix of the crossover blends. Phil Hodge has rectified that with this remarkable demo album. This collection of three great song combines soulful lyrical and vocal styles with great down home country magic. Phil has a great vocal tone that identifies him whenever heard. The music is simply magical and contains all of the beauty that real country music should possess. The song list, "Double Yellow Line," "I Will," and "New Beginning" are all potential chart toppers. The music is very passionate and full of emotion, which is what makes this album so alluring. I found the music to be quite exhilarating and enjoyable to listen to. I must say that I wouldn't mind hearing a lot more of this music. It's evident that Phil has put a lot of care into what he does so well." -- Michael Allison, TGM Album Review, THEGLOBALMUSE.COM

Location Westminster, Maryland - USA

Copyright notice. All material on MP3.com is protected by copyright law and by international treaties. You may download this material and make reasonable number of copies of this material only for your own personal use. You may not otherwise reproduce, distribute, publicly perform, publicly display, or create derivative works of this material, unless authorized by the appropriate copyright owner(s).