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Superb songwriting served on an Alt-Country/Rock platter and garnished with a little Roots, Americana and AC

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Hometown	Toronto, Canada
Genres	Americana / Alt Country, Southern/Blues Rock/Rockabilly
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About the Artist

Jim Armstrong is the core & catalyst of Sonic Deli Records,Toronto-based production house/indie label. Multi-instrumentalist/songwriter/ composer/producer, Armstrong began his career as a touring drummer(age 10) For three decades, his work includes...

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July 2008 Singer/Songwriter (Male)

Reached 22nd in Best of Country chart in 2015. In the top 100 for 17 weeks.

Reached 45th in Best of Pop chart in 2015. In the top 100 for 5 weeks.

July 2008 Singer/Songwriter (Male)

Reached 22nd in Best of Country chart in 2015. In the top 100 for 17 weeks.

Reached 45th in Best of Pop chart in 2015. In the top 100 for 5 weeks.

Reached 26th in Best of Pop chart in 2014. In the top 100 for 21 weeks.

Reached 69th in Best of Country chart in 2013. In the top 100 for 1 week.

Reached 82nd in Best of Pop chart in 2013. In the top 100 for 1 week.

Reached 43rd in Best of Country chart in 2011. In the top 100 for 9 weeks.

Top 10 in Alternative, October 2014

Top 10 in Singer-Songwriter (male), August 2014

Top 10 in Singer-Songwriter (male), August 2013

Top 10 in Alternative Country, April 2011

September 2008 Southern/Blues Rock/Rockabilly

April 2010 Judging Excellence

May 2009 Judging Excellence

February 2009 Judging Excellence

Top 40 in Americana, May 2015

Top 40 in Indie Rock , April 2015

Top 40 in Americana, April 2015

Top 40 in Americana, March 2015

Top 40 in Americana, February 2015

Top 40 in Singer-Songwriter (male), October 2014

Top 40 in Alternative Country, September 2014

Top 40 in Singer-Songwriter (male), September 2014

Top 40 in Alternative, September 2014

Top 40 in Alternative Country, August 2014

Top 40 in Singer-Songwriter (male), June 2014

Top 40 in Alternative Country, May 2014

Top 40 in Alternative Country, February 2014

Top 40 in Singer-Songwriter (male), February 2014

Top 40 in Alternative Country, January 2014

Top 40 in Singer-Songwriter (male), December 2013

Top 40 in Singer-Songwriter (male), July 2013

Top 40 in Alternative Country, July 2013

Top 40 in Soft Rock, July 2013

Top 40 in Soft Rock, May 2013

Top 40 in Alternative Country, September 2012

Top 40 in Singer-Songwriter (male), September 2012

Top 40 in Alternative Country, March 2012

Top 40 in Alternative Country, December 2011

Top 40 in Southern Rock, October 2011

Top 40 in Alternative Country, September 2011

Top 40 in Alternative Country, May 2011

Top 40 in Southern Rock, May 2011

Top 40 in Southern Rock, April 2011

Top 40 in Southern Rock, March 2011

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Jim Armstrong -- Select media and testimonials: by Various
AmericanaOK host Tom Fahey says [of Mudtown] "...this album is a real grower...that's a very beautiful song there, Tomorrow's Gonna Be Grand, from a very fine album indeed.” Rene Leverink, AltCountryNL: “…let’s not beat around the bush; “Mudtown” is a beautiful record…” Jan Janssen, Real Roots Café: “…Armstrong reveals that he is not only a skilled songwriter but also a fine multi-instrumentalist and producer…beautiful radio songs…this is almost an hour of pure rock and roll adrenalin kick…” Benny Metten, CtrlAltCountry: “…with Mudtown he [Armstrong] steps out onto the floor and he does so particularly well…brings to mind the work of masters Bruce Springsteen, Bob Seeger, Tom Petty and compatriot Fred Eaglesmith.” Chip Frazier, Twangville/ Amber Waves of Twang:”… to call it a solo album is an understatement since Armstrong wrote or co-wrote all of the songs, produced the album and played most of the instruments himself. The result of this tightly controlled process is an infectious hook laden Americana album.” Chris White, publisher, Party In Kingston: “… Mudtown is 13 highly clever tracks…witty lyrics, innuendos and inspiring messages…closest to a conceptual album I’ve heard in years…highly recommended for your audio library.” Dan Wolovick, Two Way Monologues: “…Armstrong is vibrant, fresh and enthusiastic…I haven’t heard an album that sounds this crisp, with such spectacular production, in a long time…” Todd Wachtel, The Jersey Toddshow: I can't stop playing this album [Mudtown]. I highly recommend it. Jim's got a wonderfully unique feel to him, and sets a fantastically cool mood. Bert Gagnon, Neon Productions Radio, Musictogousa.com “…Even though this is Jim Armstrong's first solo album, Jim is no novice to the music arena and it is very apparent as he has hit a homerun his first time out. Here is another artist that will be on our playlists for many years.” Andy Frank, CIUT 89.5 FM: “"Freed of some of the shackles of epilepsy, this gifted song-writer and multi-instrumentalist, with shades of Waits and Bachman, played his first live gig (post-op) at Healey's… Jim is a genuine hero, an inspiration to all who are faithful to their art.” Kelly Dearmore, The Gobblers Knob: “…Jim Armstrong's latest CD, Mudtown is a worthy listen….What struck me the most about Mudtown was how the disc seemed to effortlessly transition from bluesy-rockers like "Heaven Only Knows" and softer, more thoughtful alt-country tunes such as "I'm Coming Home".” Bruce / The Promise Live365.com: “… Jim Armstrong - Mudtown (2007) Straight from the heartland... You know... Toronto, Canada. With his slightly gravely voice and straight ahead attack, this is rock and roll that makes you think of Mellencamp or even Melissa. If you close your eyes you can see these guys playing live in a small club opening for someone, when they really should be the main attraction. Good songwriting. Good sense of rock and roll. Find out more at Sonic Deli Records (love that name).” Keith Ross Leckie, Emmy and Gemini award-winning writer/producer (Lost In The Barrens, Journey Into Darkness, The Arrow): “Over the years Jim Armstrong's music continues to surprise and entertain me. His first album "Brown Bag Lunch" revealed a strong and confident talent as a musician, singer, songwriter and arranger in different genres. And now his new album, "Mudtown", fulfills that promise again. I find myself looking for films to make that can take advantage of Jim's accomplished music.” E. Thomas Canton, Director/Producer: "As the director and producer … I found that working with Jim Armstrong and Andrea Poulis was not a matter of simply that the songs and the music created for The Adulterers’ Guide to Toronto were without a doubt Oscar caliber … I dare anyone not to agree with me." Myrocia Watamaniuk, television host for Rogers Daytime Toronto: “When Jim sings, you know he’s singing from his heart.” Jon Long (of the national Long & McQuade musical instruments stores): "Jim is an incredibly talented musician. His music needs to be heard.

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