Outlaw Country Music - Songwriting - Sarcasm - Miserable old men - Sylvia Browne/Wayne Dyer stuff - film.
Music
Outlaw Country Music
Alternative Country Music
Movies
Man on the Moon, Imagine, Elvis On Tour, Bobby Darin Live, Alice Cooper Live, Ballad of Ramblin' Jack
Television
The Offiice (BBC & NBC), Curb Your Enthusiasm, My Name Is Earl, AOTS, Simpsons, Family Guy, Sopranos, It's Always Sunny..., that HBO thing with Harry Dean Stanton and all the wives
Books
Ain't Got No Cigarettes - Memories of Music Legend Roger Miller
Heroes
Roger Miller
Tony Clifton
Johnny Cash
Bobby Darin
Waylon Jennings
Merle Haggard
Alice Cooper
Bobby Bare
Mickey Newbury
Andy Kaufman
Harry Dean Stanton
Bill Dees
Sylvia Browne
Wayne Dyer
Alt Country Singer/Songwriter looking to promote upcoming CD of original material and versions of uncut tracks by Buddy Holly, Roger Miller, Roy Orbison and Waylon Jennings
About me: “No period after E or the show is cancelled!” barks Kitsalano, Lyle E Style’s manager since the early 90s and then slams down the phone. He shoves an aged, half-smoked and unlit Cohiba cigar back in his mouth and mumbles “The kid’s gonna be big! Not huge, but big.”
I left Kitsalano’s office to meet with Mr. E Style to ask him how it all started.
“I took music lessons since I was a kid but never played for anyone until 1986 when my parents sent me to a minor seminary. To raise money for the school, we did concerts across North America. I played guitar and loved playing to a live audience so I decided to pursue a career in the entertainment industry instead of the priesthood.”
The reality of making a successful career doing what he loved came from a chance encounter in Branson, Missouri with legendary songwriter Bill Dees (Oh, Pretty Woman, It’s Over) which led to a writing partnership and ongoing friendship. Dees comments, “Lyle is the first artist that I have written with since Roy Orbison. His determination, respect of his predecessors and attention to detail express what is needed to succeed as a singer/songwriter.”
Style demonstrates that respect to his predecessors in his latest project, a book entitled, Ain’t Got No Cigarettes: Memories of Music Legend Roger Miller. Style’s book, the first one ever written on “The King of the Road” has been receiving impressive reviews and attention worldwide. The New York Times noted the dual nature of Style's literary contribution: On the surface, it's a book about Roger Miller, "but through a quirk of deliberate or accidental genius, what Style has actually assembled is a living document of country music in its hootin', hollerin' outlaw heyday."
The book is a collection of amazing stories from Roger’s close friends and peers including Waylon Jennings, Buck Owens, Bobby Bare, Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, Kris Kristofferson, Dwight Yoakam and over ninety more. Style even managed to get country superstar Toby Keith to write the foreword. When asked, “Why Roger Miller?” Style responded, “Roger Miller is one of the most talented and intriguing people in the history of entertainment. After becoming a huge fan of his, I wanted to know more about the man behind the music. Unfortunately, no book had ever been written about him, so I decided to write one myself.” Undoubtedly, this Canadian has captured and preserved an important piece of Americana history.
Style is currently in production on his new CD, Cutting Room Floor, an innovative project where he has chosen to pay tribute to the artists who have inspired him to contribute to the music industry. He is recording his versions of unreleased songs by Waylon Jennings, Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison and Roger Miller, along with some original songs and a cover of “Put Another Log On The Fire”. This is sure to showcase what Nashville record producer Larry Butler explains as “an original sound that exhibits his own way of presenting stories through his songs. He is a true crooner and stylist.”
With influences ranging from Andy Kaufman to Johnny Cash to Alice Cooper, it’s no wonder that the end result is quite different from the mainstream. Lyle’s unique style is what makes him a distinct alternative country music artist.
When asked about his headstrong manager, with a somber look in his eyes he said, “Kitsalano has caused me more problems in my career than anyone I’ve ever met in my life. Due to his Colonel Parker style demands, I’ve lost two major record label deals, countless acting parts including being left on the cutting room floor for my portrayal of ‘Larry’ on NBC’s Three’s Company movie of the week. I mean who in their right mind would demand my name being the first to appear on the opening credits? I was a supporting character! Between you and me, I’m looking for a new manager.”
-Johnny Marsala
Who I'd like to meet: Roger Miller, Waylon Jennings, Mickey Newbury, Merle Haggard, Bobby Darin Friends/Fans, Songwriters, people with marketing ideas for the Roger Miller book and a first of its kind upcoming alternative country music CD.
Just wanted to drop in to say Hi and thanks for the add! We hope you get a chance to listen to more of our music at http://www.JustBlueMusic.com and let us know what you think.
3 days ago I added a new uptempto country song we've written called 'Honky Tonk Romeo'. If you haven't heard it already, I hope you can stop by and have a listen. If you know a country recording artist that is looking for new songs, please let them know about my myspace page. We are shopping all of the songs on this myspace page 'Country Songs For You'. Raine
Thanks for adding me! I am a songwriter and the songs on my page are songs that I have written or co-written that I/we are shopping to country singers who are looking for fresh songs for their next CD. I recently put up a new track called ‘Country Kisses’. So if you, or someone you know may be interested in recording any of the songs on my page, please contact me to discuss!
You may or may not be aware that BB Gordon has had a heart attack this past Dec. 21st, and he is now out of the Hospital. He is doing well, however, he needs to get his rest for the next few months and make some major life changes. Doctor's orders! Howard Mandshein of 92 citi fm is putting together a fundraiser this week. He has asked me to collect as many friends and musicians as possible for the event as it is an open stage with hosting band BJ Garrison, Beni D and Co. Please let me know if you will be performing there as all names will be announced on 92 CITI FM this week. This will help get the buzz going and in our support for BB while he is on the road to recovery. -------------------------------------- Where: The Charleswood Motor Hotel, 3425 Roblin (near Moray) 837-1391 When: Thursday, January 10th 9PM What: Fundraiser for BB/open stage/door prizes/$10 door fee/good times How: With your help. Looking for donations for door prizes/musicians to perform and offer CD's for door prizes *please forward/cut and paste this email to your friends*
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Brian "BB" Gordon has been and is an undeniable constant in the Winnipeg Music Scene. His work has included some of the best names in the city. He is a substantial, impressive, and prominent presence in his support and love for his craft as a bass player. He is everyones friend and is loved by all. -------------------------------------- Please send your name if you are coming to perform. Please let me know if you would like to donate a door prize... like your CD....! Hope to see you there showing your love and support!
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