SIMPLE PEOPLE: What We Meant From The Beginning

Simple People

What We Meant From The Beginning

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Simple People combine folk sensibility with groove-heavy rock n’ roll. This five-piece band has perfected a mix of Acoustic Rock, Folk and Alternative music.

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"The whole package is here with Simple People. 'Goodbye' has top potential at radio. Hands down one of the best groups of 2006!" - Paul Loggins, veteran radio promoter (Loggins Promotion)

"Simple People has AWESOME energy! They took songs I knew and turned them into songs I love! I can't wait to bring them back!" - Krista Alcott, Bravo Entertainment and The Big Easy Concert House

"No doubt the concert was ear candy for pretty much anyone that just wants to rock out to good ol' music with a kick!" - Ryan, College Student


Band Bio
Dan Cutler - Guitar and Vocals
Tom Hurtado - Guitar, Mandolin and Vocals
Camron Levanger - Lead Guitar
Mark Adkins - Bass Guitar
Joel Stevenett - Drums

S.P. formed in Provo, Utah, in mid-2000, when vocalists/guitarists Tom Hurtado and Dan Cutler founded the five-piece music group. This was not the first time the duo teamed up to make music; they began collaborating, recording and performing right out of high school in early 1995. However, instead of simply performing as a duo, they opted to bring in other musicians giving their musical ideas more depth and dynamic ability. Cutler and Hurtado found assistance in talented multi-instrumentalist, Paul Washburn, an accomplished artist with a bluegrass and rock background from Sacramento, California. Eventually the group added bass and drums to round out their acoustic sound and record their self-titled debut album released in September 2000.

As soon as the band formed, local weekly gigs soon followed. Within a short time, word of the band’s contagious and college-friendly new sound spread throughout the region winning several competitions and gaining a solid reputation among fans and fellow bands alike. In 2003, as the band was in the process of replacing their rhythm section, they decided to document the stripped down musical territory they had entered and recorded a live acoustic album. Simple People released Mama’s Kitchen, in March of 2003. This CD was recorded in Hurtado’s childhood home in the style of field recordings done by Alan Lomax.

Despite independently achieving regional success, the band realized that they would need outside help to progress further and capture their “signature sound” onto a recording. Following successful tours and headlining several venues during 2003 and 2004, Simple People was given a generous opportunity to record a full-length CD at JMB Studios. The exceptional country artist J Marc Bailey and the internationally acclaimed musician, arranger and producer, Jamie Glaser, took on the project in spring of 2004. This exciting collaboration provided Simple People with the support and resources they needed to capture their sound on a full-length recording. The group released the highly anticipated recording, What We Meant from the Beginning, in fall of 2005.

Simple People is a Utah-based acoustic rock band known for its high-energy live shows and eclectic sound that combines folk sensibility with groove-heavy rock ‘n’ roll. The five-piece band has been described as a mix of Dave Matthews Band and Barenaked Ladies with a little bit of Jack Johnson and James Brown thrown in for good measure. The band’s latest album, “What We Meant from the Beginning,” features their new radio single “Goodbye.” Simple People consists of Tom Hurtado (vocals/guitar), Dan Cutler (vocals/guitar), Camron Levanger (lead guitar), Mark Adkins (bass) and Joel Stevenett (drums). To learn more about Simple People visit www.simplepeoplemusic.com.

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  • Nice to hear guitars--Refreshing music
    author: Sean Taylor

    Refreshing to hear a CD that is getting back to the basics: Clearly not a cookie cutter American Idol CD.

  • 3+ dudes make good, and they mean it
    author: english

    On their third album Simple People finally create a sound that gels. In fact, to describe the songs with one word would be to say “solid.” Not that their first, self titled record and Lomax-inspired acoustic follow up are in any way lacking. But on “What We Meant from the Beginning” Simple People find their sound and express it in a way that fits the warm personality and raw energy of their live performances. Some highlights are the honest and authentic treatment of relationships and identity in ‘she said’ and ‘see beyond.’ These songs openly explore human complexities in genuine and, yes, simple terms that are so scarce in contemporary pop music. In my personal favorite “each individual,” they bluesily tear into the perpetual frustration of the artist who finds himself surrounded by well-intentioned free advice from straight society. Aside from being bluesy, the music is basically rock ‘n’ roll; with prominent vocal harmonies, some bluegrass (if you’re listening for it) and even some folk country and pop influences. Pick this one up so you’ll know their songs and can better enjoy them live when they come through your town!

  • loved it, not the same old stuff, would listen to them often
    author: velm

    so tired of the same old stuff, this was innovative,fun, interesting, impressive. these are real musicians, that know their craft! What fun to listen to them, will play it often and am anxious to hear anything else they have to offer

  • sweet sounds that rock your world
    author: kate

    great variety of tunes with lyrics that totally relate to anything and nothing... no need to skip tracks on your road trip 'cause it's ALL good.

  • This CD is awesome
    author: Curtis Benson

    I really enjoy this CD. The variety of the songs, and the musicianship displayed are amazing. I own this CD, and would recommend it to anyone.

  • i have not heard, but i love!
    author: sheeba from twin falls idaho :)

    my computer will not allow me to listen to the cd, however, i am sure it is just as good as the last ones and the concerts that you guys put on for us here in twin falls, for the institute!!! i will make it possible to get this new cd and listen to it!! keep in touch!!

  • Excelent work- best yet
    author: Jorge

    I have been following this band from the start. This is a quality CD, and Monkies are cool. Really this is good stuff. And I do believe this is what they meant from the beginning.

  • Totally Awesome!!!
    author: Kim

    Love it! Has a great variety of songs, some rock, some lighter, so theres something for every mood! Great mellow voices, easy to listen to. Wish there was more...!

  • i realy like this cd.
    author: pablito

    i am a fan of real music. music that deals with real life and this cd does just that. i have sang my own version of good-bye most my dating life. its cool to hear someone that can relate.

  • An inovative mixture of styles with really brilliant lyrics.
    author: Ms. Diva

    What we meant from the beginning is Simple People's best work yet. They have woven a tapestry of many styles: bluegrass, rock, blues, disco, etc. . . The vocals of both singers are unusually original--each differing substantially from one another. The lyrics too offer new life to the world of pop music.

  • sonic nirvana
    author: 慶應

    Sonic Nirvana! what more can I say

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