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Artist description
Internationally touring performing songwriter with
emphasis on lyric and melody. Acoustic oriented mix
of Folk, Rock, Pop, Country influences. |
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Music Style
Folk/Pop/Rock/Country Blend |
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Musical Influences
Beatles, CSNY, Elton John, Eagles, Squeeze |
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Similar Artists
Paul McCartney, Crowded House, Jackson Browne, Don McClean |
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Artist History
American songwriter/artist Brett Perkins is on the move in Europe.
Dividing his time between Denmark and Southern Calfornia, Perkins has made his presence quickly known in European songwriting circles, co-writing and performing with several other top writers including Boo Hewerdine (UK), Kevin Welch (US) and Ester Brohus (DK). Recent national television appearances, and subsequent Hot Rotation singles in National Radio in Denmark have generated glowing reviews, and new momentum for this solid artist.
Touring highlight performances include the Edinburgh Fringe Festival (UK), MIDEM (FR), Tin Pan South (Nashville) , Kerrville Folk Festival (TX), London Music Week, Sierra Songwriters Festival (CA), T�ndor Festival (DK), and a recent Irish tour in support of platinum artist Juliet Turner.
Also known for his pinpoint harmony vocals, Perkins appears on several other artists albums, including Runrigs’ 1999 release “In Search of Angels”. Longtime fans of the early 80's Los Angeles 'Power Pop' scene may remember Perkins as the lead vocalist and chief songwriter for L.A. based band 'The Sneaks' ('80-'85)
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Group Members
Brett Perkins and assorted guest musicians. |
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Instruments
Acoustic/Electric Guitar, Keys, Drums, Bass, Horns, Recorder, Sitar and more... |
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Albums
Staring At The Sun (1997), Last Bus Home (2000), Danish Weather (2003) |
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Press Reviews
'Al Stewart meets Joni Mitchell in this wonderful, no nonsense innovator…with pop/folk songs that embrace the listener like a warm blanket on a cold winters day. BT (DK)
"A truly great songwriter"
Kashmir Klub, London
"A strong stage presence and engaging vocal style, reminiscent of a youthful Paul McCartney" Music Connection Magazine, Los Angeles
"A fine example of an artist...emphasizing melody and storytelling"
Santa Fe New Mexican, Weekend Calender Feature
"Great stuff! Very, very striking indeed..."
'On The Verge' 104.9FM Dublin, Ireland
"`Staring At The Sun�...in danger of being worn out due to constant playing!"
J. Warner/93.7 Heritage FM, W. Australia
"Really great!" - Hansjoerg Malonek, Radio ISW-FM, Germany
"One of the best we've had perform here"
New Music Club/Edinburgh Fringe Festival '98
'It is a comfort there are songs like that on ‘Last Bus Home’…' Erik Jensen/Politiken (DK)
"A `wash proof� hit to be from this sympathetic American songwriter"
Nat & Dag, Copenhagen, Denmark
"Showroom quality guitar/pop from across the Atlantic"
Stadsblad Weekly, Utrecht, Holland
"A refreshing singer-songwriter who has a unique touch with a song, whether
tackling a current event or political topic, or expressing emotion through
his songs, he will captivate his audience with a fine performance.
A truly engaging performer"
Wanda Fisher, WAMC Hudson River Sample, NY
"His songs are so personal, they're universal"
Flagstaff Live, AZ
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Location
South Pasadena, CA - USA |
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Brett Perkins