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Contact: Natalie Johnsonius
press at alanbennettmusic.com
917.881.3450
December 12, 2003
SINGER/SONGWRITER ALAN BENNETT RETURNS TO NEW YORK
Friday, Dec. 19, 9:00 pm
Stephen Talkhouse
Thursday, Jan. 22, 9:00pm
Infa-Red Lounge
Thursday, Feb. 5, 11:00pm
Cafe 111"Widely versatile and intelligent...a world-class songwriter - intelligence, profundity and melody." -earBuzz.com
(New York, NY) Having recently completed his first U.S. Tour, singer/songwriter Alan Bennett returns to New York with solo acoustic/electric performances at Stephen Talkhouse in Amagansett (Friday, Dec. 19), Infa-Red Lounge in Manhattan (Thursday, Jan. 22) and Cafe 111 in Brooklyn (Thursday, Feb. 5). With a soulful voice deeply rooted in the spirit of classic Rock 'N Roll, Mr. Bennett delivers songs in a variety of styles that connect, inspire and resonate with his listeners. Playing to sold-out audiences across the American South, Midwest and West Coast, Mr. Bennett's Summer 2003 Tour featured performances in more than a dozen of the nation's top venues including: Eddie's Attic [Decatur, GA]; Tipitina's [New Orleans, LA]; the Cactus Cafe (opening for Ellis Paul) [Austin, TX]; The Gig [Hollywood, CA]; Biscuits and Blues (opening for Mem Shannon) [San Francisco, CA]; and The Evening Muse (opening for Billy Jonas) [Charlotte, NC].
Please see [Previous Gigs page] for complete information about tour venues.
In the studio, Mr. Bennett is following up the success of his last release "Bloomington Demo" with a new album recorded by Grammy Award winning engineer Gary Paczosa (Dolly Parton, Dixie Chicks, Alison Krauss, Nickel Creek). The CD will showcase a mix of new original songs and arrangements of favorite tunes from his earlier albums. Co-produced by and featuring popular music's most sought-after drummer, Kenny Aronoff (Bob Dylan, Elton John, Mick Jagger, Sheryl Crow, Melissa Etheridge), "Bloomington Demo" serves up three tales of irony and hope. "Cheated", a confession of deceit and devotion, "Get to You", an obsession for a new flame fueled by an old one, and "Could've Been Love", a smirky croon proposing skepticism over cynicism. Genuine and optimistic, Alan's music is in high-demand.
"I loved playing with Alan," recalls Aronoff. "He loves what he does and it was inspiring to be around him in the studio." "We spent a day tracking and a day on everything else; harmonies, horns and mixing" says Alan. "The players were amazing. They brought so much experience to the songs. Especially, Kenny. I learned a lot." Recorded and mixed in two days at Echo Park Studios in Bloomington, IN (owned by Mellencamp guitarist, Mike Wanchic), reaction to the demo has been overwhelmingly positive.
About the artist:
Singer/songwriter Alan Bennett has been a longtime favorite on New York City club circuit performing at the city's top venues including The Bitter End, The Wetlands Preserve, Mercury Lounge, Arlene Grocery, CBGB's Gallery, Makor and The Living Room. Earlier this year, Mr. Bennett began making guest appearances in Nashville's most popular clubs such as The Bluebird Cafe and 12th & Porter. Bennett's latest CD, Bloomington Demo, is co-produced by and features legendary rock drummer Kenny Aronoff. In addition, Bennett has two previously released albums: Sons and Daughters [Cassette, RTR] with Kim Khare and Alan Bennett Band's Ordinary Miracle [CD, RTR]. MP3.com ranked three tracks from Ordinary Miracle as #1 songs in the New York market and top 40 songs worldwide.
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For additional information on Alan Bennett's 2003 U.S. Tour, photos or industry comps, please contact Natalie Johnsonius at press at alanbennettmusic.com or 917.881.3450.# # # #
Winter 2003-2004 New York DatesFriday, Dec. 19, 9:00 pm
Stephen Talkhouse
161 Main Street
Amagansett, NY 11930
Tickets: $15
Thursday, Jan. 22, 9:00pm
Infa-Red Lounge
210 Rivington St.
New York City, NY 10002
Tickets: $5
Thursday, Feb. 5, 11:00pm
Cafe 111
111 Court Street -
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Tickets: $TBA# # # #
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