MISSION STATEMENT

Having now entered our sixth year of existence, the passion, knowledge and insight of our contributing staff may very well make Amplifier Magazine the foremost publication specializing in the genres of Pop and Melodic/Roots Rock music (and any of the highly inventive hybrids thereof). With so much good music going on out there for the melodically-inclined ear, we feel fortunate that a knowledgeable and appreciative guide like Amplifier has been able to carve out an important niche for itself in the world of independent publishing.

Our extensive record reviews section, numerous and varied editorial features, and a combination of forward thinking and retrospective columns and departments make Amplifier an important resource for music aficionados around the globe. Whether major, indie or DIY labels or artists, Amplifier's quest is to hold a bright light to what we consider to be the most talented artists on the scene today.

Subscriptions
A one-year subscription consists of six issues. The cost is $19.95 ($34.95 two years) delivered in the U.S., $25.95 ($45.95 two years) to Canada and Mexico, $33 overseas (via surface mail) and $66 overseas (via airmail). Send check or money order (U.S. funds only, drawn on U.S. bank, payable to AMPLIFIER) to: Amplifier Subscriptions, 5 Calista Terrace, Westford, MA 01886 USA.
Please see Subscription Page for free CD offer.

Submissions For Review
Please send all CDs and records for review consideration (along with any applicable press information) to: Amplifier Reviews Editor, 5 Calista Terrace, Westford, MA 01886, USA. Should your submission be accepted for review we will contact you. Please do not call to check on the status of your submission. Feel free to email about status at Amplifier@AmplifierMagazine.com but, again, we will contact you upon acceptance of your material.

Advertising
Advertising rates, specs and production schedule are available by contacting Joe Joyce at 978-846-1177 or via email at JoeJ@AmplifierMagazine.com or by going to Advertising Page.

Writers
Amplifier Magazine is always on the lookout for talented new writers conversant in the prose of pop and melodic/roots rock. Should you wish to submit samples of your work please feel free to do so by mailing them (No emails please) to Amplifier Magazine, 5 Calista Terrace, Westford, MA 01886, USA. If we are interested in pursuing an association we will contact you.







Table Of Contents
Cover Story
And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of Dead
 
Featured Article
Ivy
 
CD Reviews Ani DiFranco, Kathleen Edwards  
Live Review Gov't Mule  



Road Warriors
Mock Orange
Boss Martians
The High Dials
Featured Article: AMPLIFIER Top Ten Albums of 2004... and more.  
CD Reviews: Happy Doing What We're Doing - Elizabeth McQueen... and more.  
Live Review : Willy Mason - Joiners Arms, Southampton, UK ... and more.