Artist description Currently a 5 piece all male band consisting of two guitars(acoustic and/or electric), bass, drums and percussion. ***** People who haven't heard NAKED HEARTS often ask "What kind of music is it?" It's a question not easily answered in a single word or musical style such as Rock, Pop, Rhythym & Blues, Folk, Latin, or any other single musical genre'. NAKED HEARTS has elements of all of these styles and more. The music of NAKED HEARTS combines thought provoking lyrics that examine life, love and issues that surround the human experience, attached to beautiful melody lines that weave through unique chord progressions in an original, sometimes haunting way. Perhaps a new musical term should be created to describe the music of NAKED HEARTS, but the best way to gain a description of this truly original sound is to listen to it. We think you'll like what you hear.

Music Style Acoustic based rock/male vocals/electric guitars

Musical Influences Beatles,CSNY,Sting,Pink Floyd,The Eagles

Similar Artists We're our own sound, but have elements of Beatles, Eagles, Pink Floyd, CSNY, Sting, and much more.

Artist History Formed in January, 1999, NAKED HEARTS is comprised of individuals that offer many years of musical experience. ***** Guitarist/singer/songwriter, John De Young has performed his original material on concert stages shared with Arlo Guthrie, Marc Cohn, David Lindley, John Hyatt, Missing Persons and others. In 1997, John single-handedly performed and engineered the production of his own C.D. "Envisage" (click on "links" to check it out). ***** Chris Smith brings to the band his professional guitar and vocal talents that took him on tour or in the studio with artists that include Jackson Browne, Jennifer Warnes, Johnny Rivers, Jean-pierre Ferland, Herb Pederson and Mike Post. Chris' technical and production skills are vital in the creation of the NAKED HEARTS sound. ***** Andrew Diaz Jr. (A.K.A. "Papa Conga") has a natural instinct for percussion and makes a valued contribution to the unique sound of NAKED HEARTS. Raised in Brooklyn, this New York Puerto Rican brings a raw and passionate energy with that extra bit of spice and accent that adds excitement to the band. ***** Since the bands foundation, much time and energy has been put into their live performances and the production of the NAKED HEARTS self-titled debut C.D., with a current album project in the works. NAKED HEARTS has recently evolved to include two new members. ***** Steve Fulton, a talented musician and songwriter, adds a very unique style of bass playing to NAKED HEARTS. Steve and John De Young were both members of the band "The Dots". They have worked together professionally as a duo and in a variety of bands, performing, recording and producing their own music (including studio sessions with Fleetwood Mac producer Ken Calliat). ***** Drummer, Randy Guzcman brings a huge range of musical training and experiences that include stage or session work with Tyran Porter, Sam Andrew (Janis Joplin), Herb Pederson, Lee Sklar, Lee Ritenour, members of Tom Scotts' horn section, San Francisco's Moby Grape and others. Truly a remarkable drummer. ***** The music will tell you more about NAKED HEARTS than any of our words can say. ***** Drop us an email through the site (click "contact") - We'd love to hear from you.

Group Members ** John De Young - Singer, songwriter, acoustic & electric guitar, bass, keyboards. **Chris Smith - Vocals, acoustic & electric guitar, pedal steel guitar. ** Andrew Diaz Jr. - Congas, and a huge variety of hand percussion instruments. ** Steve Fulton - Bass and vocals. ** Randy Guzcman - Drums and vocals.

Instruments Acoustic & electric guitars, bass, keyboards, percussion , drums, vocals

Albums Naked Hearts

Additional Info To get the NAKED HEARTS C.D. with all the artwork and lyrics, send $15.00 check or money order, payable to John DeYoung - 66 Grapevine Rd. Oak View, Ca. 93022 - Includes shipping & handling - D.A.M. C.D. now available through mp3 .

Location Oak View, CA - USA

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