FM102x Song of the Day Side FX, "Simple Touch"

Kim Cameron and the Side FX band offer an eclectic blend of pop, rock and jazz into a smooth, groovy listening experience. Think Carly Simon with an attitude.

The group launched their first album, Contradictions, in the September 2008. Combining a fresh, genre-shifting sound with inspired and deeply personal lyrics, every song in the album is wrapped around a personal experience of lead singer/songwriter, Kim Cameron.

The songs reveal a surprising depth: from lyrics about disillusioned troops (My Hero), to the temptations of a budding romance (Come a Little Closer), to an intimate portrait of a trapped woman who would "rather hide under MySpace eyes" (Her Escape).

Singer/songwriter Kim Cameron gives the album a "get-up-and-dance" spirit with a seductive twist. In a voice reminiscent of Chrissie Hynde, Kim's sultry alto notes blends seamlessly among electric guitar riffs and saxophone solos.

Kim Cameron and the Side FX band officially came together in 2007 when they began expanding their basement jamming sessions to local venues and restaurants. In April 2007, Kim Cameron was inspired to write the songs in Contradictions after her brother-in-law was diagnosed with cancer. Writing songs became a positive outlet for expressing how much he had made an impact on her life.

Kim Cameron's influences include Carly Simon, Annie Lennox, Sting, and Dave Matthews.

The eclectic band also features guitarist and songwriter Chris (Nik) Nikpora, Guitar, bassist Matt Berry, drummers Nick Nikpoufard, John Mcllwaine, keyboards Terry Marshall.

 

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