BLOOMFIELD, IA, March 20, 2009
/24-7PressRelease/ -- Iowa rock group Standing Hampton, was named finalist as "Best Local Band" 1st runner up on the 2009 Cityview's "Best of Des Moines" list this February. This is the first year for the group to land a "best of" title which recognizes excellence in Des Moines as voted upon by the readers. Overall voting was up by 52% this year. Standing Hampton member Douglas Dixon was excited by the award saying, "We're very proud that our hard work has been acknowledged by the fans in Des Moines and central Iowa. Considering all the talented competition we were up against, we're honored and elated."
About Standing Hampton
Standing Hampton is a powerpop classic rock group based out of Des Moines, IA. The band members include: Nancy Benson, Tony Benson, Devon Miller, Jon Douglas Dixon, and Dave Cornelison. Standing Hampton has played with several national acts such as Kevin Bacon, Eddie Money, Little River, Warrant, and Firehouse.
About Cityview
Cityview is Central Iowa's Alternative Newsweekly publication featuring music, art and entertainment news with a readership of over 75,000. You can contact Cityview at http://www.dmcityview.com.
Contact Standing Hampton
Email: doug@standinghampton.com
Website: http://www.standinghampton.com
Phone: 641-664-1601
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