myspace music my music | music videos | featured playlists | top artists | shows | classifieds | forums 

Alain de Courtenay
Indie / Acoustic / Soul

The Pregnant Letter available on CD Baby!



Chicago/Los Angeles
United States

Profile Views:  97483




Last Login:  7/18/2009
View My: Pics | Videos | Playlists

   Contacting Alain de Courtenay

 MySpace URL: 

   Alain de Courtenay: General Info
Member Since12/29/2005
Band Websitecoming soon...?
Band MembersAlain de Courtenay (guitar/vocals) TJ Callanta (violin/background vocals) Be, by Alain de Courtenay on OurStage
Influences



Sounds LikeAlain de Courtenay - The Pregnant Letter
Record LabelNone
Type of LabelUnsigned


Get Flash now!

In order to listen or view this content you will have to upgrade your version of Flash.


Alain de Courtenay's Latest Blog Entry  [Subscribe to this Blog]

Music in the Land of Mountains and Valleys.  (view more)

Love and Thanks. (album insert thank yous)  (view more)

DeVotchKa and Alain de Courtenay (oh yeah, and that TJ kid)  (view more)

NEW TRACKS; CD OUT SOON!!  (view more)

[View All Blog Entries]

   About Alain de Courtenay
Alain de Courtenay writes songs rooted in sparse, unaffected, yet altogether powerful poetry. A 24 year-old Chicago native, Alain has exhausted nearly a decade developing this rare and distinctive writing style, consistently producing music that moves, evokes, and inspires. In 2005, Alain joined classically accomplished violinist, TJ Callanta, to help advance his work. Together, they have since cultivated a repertoire of poignant musical compositions that serve to deepen and enhance each song’s lyrical and emotional essences. TJ’s fluid, atmospheric playing provides both stark and delicate contrasts to Alain’s soulful vocals, while Alain’s contemplative writing further imbues life into TJ’s complementary melodies. One must be careful, then, when attempting to pigeonhole Alain’s music into a particular genre; despite the songs’ widespread melodic accessibility, there exist subtle and raw complexities throughout that transcend, and, at the same time, undermine traditional modes of musical thought. Over the past 3 years, Alain and TJ have performed at many of Chicago’s reputable music venues including The Abbey Pub, Wise Fools Pub, Uncommon Ground, The Double Door, Subterranean, Silvie’s Lounge, Navy Pier, and The Elbo Room. They have also been fortunate enough to share the bill with well-established musicians such as Switchback, Katie Todd, and Stephanie Dosen. Most recently, Alain and TJ were asked to open for Indie music sensations DeVotchKa on their Midwest tour, where performances were held at The Vogue in Indianapolis, First Avenue in Minneapolis, and the legendary Vic Theatre back home in Chicago. Other notable venues Alain and TJ have played at include The Whisky A-Go-Go, Hotel Cafe, Aura Nightclub and The Mint in Los Angeles, DePaul University, Indiana University, and Valparaiso University. Currently, Alain and TJ are promoting their debut album, "The Pregnant Letter", now available for download on Alain de Courtenay - The Pregnant Letter (Australia/New Zealand, Canada, U.K./European Union, and Japan), as well as Napster, GroupieTunes, Amazon mp3, Lala, and Shockhound. For those of you who would prefer an actual copy of the album/artwork, click here: Buy Now Also, visit them at: www.youtube.com/anaker00, www.ourstage.com/fanclub/alaindecourtenay
Profile Map

   Alain de Courtenay's Friend Space (Top 4)
Alain de Courtenay has 1894 friends.
 Christina Pistone 


 TJ Callanta 


 Switchback 


 Foy Vance 





Alain de Courtenay's Friends Comments
Displaying 25 of 91 comments  ( View All | Add Comment )
staceynam





Jul 9 2009 6:13 PM

Dear Alain,

Your music is so beautiful it makes me cry and laugh at the same time. Warm wishes and e-hugs from NZ,

xo
ReAnna





Jul 9 2009 6:13 PM

You make my ears happy.
[[Sade]]





Jul 7 2009 3:36 PM

Hey Alain, why no new youtube videos??
Eddie





Jun 30 2009 6:29 PM

hey man,

I would like to say thank you for the Add!!

Plus you are a very Talented Singer and I like your Work.. Keep up the great work ;)

Your new friend,
Eddie
(ChillOut2210)
maryann*





Jun 14 2009 11:56 PM

hey i think your songs are amazing and you are very talented....i'd love to one day see you play a venue in NYC =]
Christina Pistone





May 26 2009 3:53 AM

I had so much fun with you last night! Thank you for making my birthday lovely ♥ You're the best.
Evidence is Here





May 15 2009 9:17 PM

Hey!! We uploaded 3 new tracks from our new EP, with 3 more coming within the week!

:) Come stop by and tell us what you think!

-Evidence is Here
The Inspire Prompt





May 7 2009 6:45 PM

Hey Alain, Im loving Lesser Man. I had ben waiting on it. Loved the Utube also. Never stop writing music for the pure joy of music. Your an inspiration to all of us that hope to make an impact like you have upon us. These songs have gotten me through bad, good, and worse & have even sparked my own musical creations. If you get a chance check out the new tunes, I've ben working on some new stuff and moving in a new direction.

As always much respect Alain. Keep it up. We'll be listening as long as you do.
Maldita





Apr 24 2009 4:48 PM

hi, i really really like you music all of it, hope someday you come to philippines coz i know they gonna like your music
take care and more power to the both of you guyz .....GOD BLESS......
sara jean♫





Apr 15 2009 5:13 PM

your music is so emotional for me, i love it. all of it.
especially "Be".
could you please get "The Lesser Man" on Myspace? i am so incredibly in love with that song.
:)
Fifth of July Records





Apr 8 2009 6:17 AM

PORTLAND + B.Wise + You = rockin good time! Come visit, play a concert here....I'm headin back to chicago in a few months and don't have much more time out west....we should really meet up:) I hope all is well and I'd love to hear how your gigs are goin.
Peace
Alex Andrew





Apr 3 2009 7:18 AM

Just bought the CD - absolutely amazing.
Christina Pistone





Mar 27 2009 12:30 AM

I am sooo excited for our spring break, there's so much to look forward to! And Ollie turns 3 in six and a half hours :o)
<3 My family. And I love YOU.
Kalanikoa





Mar 26 2009 3:34 AM

Thax 4 da add Brah! Love ur music
Much Aloha,Kalanikoa
D





Mar 24 2009 4:05 AM

your my new favorite
<3

play in LA soon!
i wanna see you!
Amanda Grace





Mar 14 2009 3:53 PM

your music is awesome!! Definate new favorite... I listen to ya all the time... Jogging, winding down for bed, just when im chillin... Great tunes.. Period.
damien fernandez & Friends





Mar 5 2009 10:36 PM

yo yo yo! bought the album on itunes and i love it, great stuff guys.
Reyna!





Mar 5 2009 11:30 AM

I found out about you through youtube.
I like the song 'In your arms' the most.


It's really good&I love your music!
Just thought I should say that because you deserve some acknowledgment!
Save Point(trying out drummers now)





Mar 3 2009 3:30 AM

whats up

Check out Color me Red if you want to and tell us what you think

thanks!
Kev





Mar 4 2009 11:06 PM

u rock! cant wait for the next show!
CrYsTaL|ϟ|DiAmOnD





Mar 1 2009 9:35 PM

I can't wait for the show!!!! Love Anyway is my favorite song ;)
Lakai Stone





Mar 2 2009 1:34 AM

your live stuff "youtube" is sooooo much better... feeling
~No*Ordinary*Love~





Feb 19 2009 6:38 PM

Ofcourse! i know ill love the music, i already have some of the songs on my playlist online =D I sent my boyfriend some videos of you singing and he LOVES your stuff. hes bummed that he cant come with me on the 3rd. he has class till 9:45.
Christina Pistone





Feb 15 2009 1:40 AM

Happy Valentines Day sweetheart pie <3
Thank you for all the wonderful gifts and beautiful surprises. You are the best, most romantic, loving, and amazing boyfriend I could ask for. Thank you times a million!
I love you the mosterest xoxo
The Urbanite Cowboy





Feb 14 2009 9:08 PM

Hey,

I appreciate the add and hope to see you at the Whiskey A Go Go in March.

-Allthebest,
D.
Hayes
Add Comment


©2003-2009 MySpace.com. All Rights Reserved.