KYLE VINCENT: Don't You Know

Kyle Vincent

Don't You Know

© 2005 SongTree Records (733792550421)

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Instantly memorable, lyrically hip pop gems, with equal parts pop, folk, r&b, power pop, and ballads, produced so well it sparkles out of your speakers and into your soul."

tracks

1 Don't You Know
2 The Ballad of Dana & Mary
3 Soul
4 Red
5 Sweet Alice Brook
6 Tomorrow We'll Try Again
7 One Last Ride On The Merry-Go-Round
8 Sister Hold On
9 The Ghost of Rock n' Roll
10 When He Was Young
11 The Last Hawk

notes

"One of the most critically acclaimed and successful contemporary singers & songwriters in the U.S. returns with an album chock full o' instantly memorable, lyrically hip pop gems. With equal parts pop, folk, r&b, power pop, and ballads, this is sweet, catchy as heck, heartfelt super duper melodic music, produced so well it sparkles out of your speakers and into your soul."

"Simply put, this is Kyle Vincent's best album to date. The arrangements are as fresh as anything on today's pop or alternative radio, while staying true to the classic song structure of which Mr. Vincent is obviously a scholar. While this CD can certainly hang with the likes of John Mayer, David Gray, or Jason Mraz, the production is also reminiscent of Todd Rundgren's best work. Vincent has crafted an album that distinguishes him from the current pack of male singer/songwriters. It is beautifully sparse where needed; huge and dramatic, (and even sexy) where called for. Vincent's vocals have never been stronger and are showcased up front and crystal clear."

"Lyrically this is by far Kyle's strongest collection of songwriting. He paints gorgeous lyrical portraits of nature, tackles environmental concerns on several tracks, familial relationships on 2 others, and even the current state of pop radio on another. The title track is as catchy a pop song as you'll ever hear, sporting a seemingly simple lyric that has an intriguing twist that most will not pick up upon first listen. With any kind of push, "Don't You Know" should explode at pop radio."

From the official bio: It all began in the melting pot of all melting pots, Berkeley, California. Born to professional hippies and raised by wolves I was bused to school from an early age. Berkeley was the first fully integrated school system in the country. That provided for a wonderful mix of musical and cultural exposure from a young age. I took up the alto sax at age 8. I was lucky enough to be a product of the ground-breaking Berkeley school system jazz program where kids were given intensive instruction in sight reading and improv beginning in 4th grade and then played in the school jazz band. The program would launch the careers of such established contemporary jazz artists as Benny Green, Rodney Franklin, Joshua Redman, Michael Wolff, David Murray, Craig Handy, Suzanne Teng, and countless others. Many have wondered what was in the water in Berkeley that made it produce so much talent, but the truth is that if you tap into a young creative mind and soul at an early age, give them a choice and a good experience to play fun music in an encouraging atmosphere, you will breed some great talent. Many of my peers have flourished in the jazz world while I would eventually go towards a pop music career, but the jazz and r&b roots creep into many of my recordings.

Vincent recalls his early love of pop radio, "When I was a wee tyke I would sing to Casey Kasem's American Top 40 countdown each Saturday morning. I began creating my own radio shows on an old reel-to-reel machine that I had found. I was splicing and making tape edits before I was playing little league! I knew I wanted to be a singer from a very young age, but the fright of doing so in front of people kept that dream locked away for a while. One day I decided to take a voice lesson. That led to 2 years of intensive voice training with an opera coach. If you want to truly hurt your ears, hang out one day while I warm up with my opera voice. I pity the animals 'round here.

"After a stint at U.C. Berkeley, I trekked down Interstate 5 to LA LA Land where I cut an album or two, had a top 20 single, had some songs on Tee Vee and in movies, did some tours, and when I had breathed enough brown air, called it a day in L.A., and headed east. Now I spend the days playing in dirt."

Vincent is consistently on the road, and will tour relentlessly to promote this release. He is one of the most successful independent artists out there, playing nearly 100 shows a year, including countless "Living Room" concerts for his rabid fan base. This is an emerging artist, just hitting his peak, who can electrify an audience with an upbeat commentary song, or mesmerize them with a heart-tugging ballad.

Kyle enthusiastically does in-stores, radio & TV interviews and spots, numerous charity concerts, as well as speaking engagements at all levels of schools.

As Billboard Magazine puts it, "Don't miss a chance to see this charming and talented performer in concert."

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  • author: Jennifer

    Don't have this album but from the samples, love Last Hawk & Tomorrow We'll Try Again.

  • Kyle Vincent Merits Universal Acclaim !
    author: Brien Comerford

    Kyle Vincent should be a universally renowned vocalist. His voice is angelic, eclectic and vibrant. His tone ranges from Donovan, George Michael, Elton John, Boy George and to that of an opera singer. His boundless talent, poignant lyrics and lush arangements are amazing. Maybe, he needs to move to England. The Brits would love his voice and sound.

  • I Love this album!!!
    author: Cheron Hayes

    This album is just plain fun! The title track is so infectious, you find yourself humming it all day long. Soul is a yearning-filled prayer of hope with an awesome melody track that I absolutely adore (even if I don't always agree with Kyle's politics). When I first listened to One More Ride on the Merry Go Round, I stopped, mesmerized, then I cried, as the song reminded me so much of my own Grandmother who died just a few years ago. Kyle writes lyrics that get you right where it counts, and this album is no exception. An absolute must to add to your collection!

  • Kyle Vincent will explode with a massive breakout hit...sooner or later
    author: steve endu

    need an investment in the music industry? kyle vincent is the " i told you so" artist ..the " i have always listened to him"...artist...his chorus vocals soar like no one else...could use a little more "balls"...little less whining about past loves so pathetically...then it would be over the top...his 99% perfect vocals would rock ...still a 5 star attraction an e ticket...a ride on space mountain...with no line....good 50% chance he will explode with a massive single one of these days that will open radio all accross the land...just by being the real deal and doing his thing...no special selling or promotion...he is the kind of artist ...that when your playing the cd at home or in the car, people inevitablly ask..."who is this"?....not too many artists get that strong of response from ordinary incidential listeners - who btw don't even buy that many cd's...its that cool..it feels that good to listen to it......find "arianne"...and the entire first CD on the old "carport" label...that is his best album ever....no holes barred....one of my favorite cds ever!...check amazon....actually CD Baby does not have it ...so I hope it is ok to post this link to amazon...http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B000000OKH/qid=1129538451/sr=8-3/ref=pd_bbs_3/103-7158233-1675033?v=glance&s=music&n=507846 check the reviews.....people dig it through the roof... former ELO member wrote and recorded with kyle vincent and POP icon tommy dunbar, from the worlds most under rated pop band - the Rubinoos....Rock and Roll is apparently not dead yet now go home steve

  • another great collection
    author: Sara K. Bakker

    Kyle has done well again! This CD did not disappoint. I give it 2 carrot sticks up.

  • The Best Yet!
    author: Loyd J. Brown

    I heard some of Kyle's songs in a Living Room concert before this release and was waiting impatiently for this CD to come out. Well, he sent an e-mail letting me know it was out; and I didn't hesitate to buy it. Wonderful...to be modest. If you are a K V fan; don't wait. Buy it for yourself AND a copy for a gift.

  • Kyle Vincent does it again...and again...and again...
    author: Jordan Stone

    Many years ago, Jonathan Daniel (the bassist of Kyle's former band CANDY) told me "Kyle could sing me the phone book, and it would be amazing." Coming from a man I personally view as the greatest American songwriter of the last 20 years, it carried a lot of weight. Kyle has spent the last twenty years writing, recording, and releasing some of the most beautiful songs this side of Heaven, and this new cd is no different. His melodies are timeless, and his soul is the soul of a good, good man. Kyle's music is magical. It's idealistic, but that's a plus. His heart yearns for the same things mine does. I hear you Kyle...and as long as you keep singing, I'll keep listening...

  • Absolutely the best album yet!!!!
    author: Cheron Hayes

    Love this album!!! The very first song, Don't You Know, is so catchy, you'll find yourself humming it all day long! The lyrics on this album are much deeper than other songs that Kyle has done, but the songs are addictive! I must say tghis is by far the best album Kyle has done to date!!! Keep it up!!!

  • Music doesn't get any better than this
    author: Katie

    Listen to any Top 40 radio station for a few hours (or minutes), then listen to Kyle Vincent's latest masterpiece, Don't You Know, and suddenly you'll realize what (and who) is missing from the radio...real instruments, a real voice, real feelings and songs that you *want* to be stuck in your head. Once you hear these songs you will never be the same again...every song on this CD is a gem. Everyone should have the pleasure of having this CD in their collection and having their lives touched by such a wonderful musician and his beautiful music.

  • Singer Songwriter's are alive & well
    author: Barb Steinberg

    Most memorable track is Red! Lost art form of being a singer songwriter is alive & well. Thanks KV!

  • Don't miss this ride!
    author: Carolyn

    There aren't adjectives colorful enough to describe how amazing and feeling this album is. Once again Kyle Vincent proves that he's the master of a lyric and he conveys those feelings with well thought out and beautifully performed instrumentation, the finest of which is Kyle's voice itself. From the powerful hook within the title track's melody to the twist within it's lyric, Don't You Know grabs you and leaves you totally unprepared for the ride you're about to take while at the same time leaving you unwilling to stop it's progress until you've experienced each and every emotion that it manages to evoke. Don't miss this ride!

  • Applauding Mr. Vincent for making music that makes a difference...
    author: EEM

    How many inspirations can you experience in a day? I don’t know who holds the world record, but I can vouch for achieving 11 on this wintry Kentucky day. They were shrink wrapped in a square package that goes by the name “Don’t You Know”… This listener is cheering the homegrown quality that charms from the first note to the last. That ‘Solitary Road’ he traveled must’ve led to a comfy couch up east. If the eyes are the window to the soul, then you’re fixed in Mr. Vincent’s gaze while he croons his way into your heart. You’ll be smiling through tears.

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