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Alec calls his music ‘Cinematic Americana’ because of the way he draws on timeless elements of popular music while painting lyrical 'scenes' in his songs. Alec’s fluency in folk and traditional idioms is unmistakable as he injects contemporary themes, production, and sensibilities into honest and timeless melodies and song structures, all delivered by his hauntingly vulnerable vocal described as being “so perfectly suited to the times” and “superbly bold”.
Alec composed and performed the jingle for the Bojangles Chicken Ad which aired all over the country:
Alec's latest release, “Rose Tattoo”, evinces Alec’s growth as an artist and his fascination with exploring melodies and song structures that seem ancient, but have an immediate and timeless appeal. He has begun working on his full-length follow-up to "Rose Tattoo" tentatively titled "Strip The Lanterns/The Night Terrors of Mr. Ron Avery". This LP will feature songs that are all derived from the night visions of an aging Mr. Ron Avery as he faces the end of his days.
Having been featured nationally on television and radio, and bolstered by his rabid touring schedule, Alec's audience continues to grow, attracting devoted music fans hungry for an honest and original voice.
Featured Reviews:
"Blessed with a voice so perfectly suited to the times, Alec Gross has managed to capture the illusive folk/country sound so many other artists would sell their soul to find. Inspired by the likes of The Band and Bob Dylan, Gross creates songs of romance and tenderness, each laden with an unerring honesty that will arouse and amaze. It's the irony of a love for all things past that looks to have given this New York-based singer/songwriter a very promising future.”-Joel Crane of NME, Q, Mojo
“With catchy melodies, smart lyrics and strong instrumental hooks, Gross & Co. have put together a delightful record that will appeal to fans of early Wilco and Whiskeytown without being a carbon copy of either.” – Chris Connelly of DC’s On Tap Magazine
“Alec Gross combines Americana and heartland rock with a strain of folksy gentleness and a knack for melody. Raw honesty is the first and deepest impression that these songs make.” – Jon Sobel of Blogcritics.org
“The songs are classic singer/songwriter pop/rock with honest, heartfelt lyrics, with an added dimension of a country flavor woven throughout.” – Kat Coffin of Themusicedge.com
Just got a chance to listen to your "Rose Tattoo" EP. Excellent! I really enjoyed it. Intelligent, insightful lyrics, beautiful, flowing melodies, emotional vocals, and tasteful production. Great job. I also bought your LP "What Lasts," but haven't had a chance to listen to it yet.
Thanks for your friendship and supporting my music!
Smooth rock/reggae/funk for the thinking and dancing aficionado. Think of Peter Gabriel jamming and partying with Robbie Robertson, Dave Matthews and Jack Johnson in Bob Marley's Hope Road studio. http://www.davesasscer.com
Hi Alec, Your presence is requested at Postcrypt Coffeehouse @ Columbia University this Saturday the 28th. I'm playing the 9:30 set. All acoustic, no mics, free popcorn.
Take the 1 train to 116th, enter the campus at 116th & Broadway, and ask for directions to St. Paul's Chapel (Postcrypt is in the basement).
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