Andy Liotta - Vocals, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Songwriting, Engineering, etc.
Etkilendikleri
Harry Nilsson
XTC
The Beatles
David Bowie
Cat Stevens
Badfinger
Beach Boys
Emmitt Rhodes
Electric Light Orchestra
Rufus Wainwright
The Zombies
Cheap Trick
Queen
Billy Joel
Stevie Wonder
The Kinks
David Bowie
Dave Van Ronk
Pete Seeger
Peter Green's Fleetwood Mac
Willie Nelson
Neye Benziyor?
Then:
Harry Nilsson (1971)
John Lennon (early 70s)
The Beatles (esp. White Album/Let It Be)
David Bowie (Hunky Dory)
XTC
Cat Stevens (early 70s)
George Harrison (Early 70s)
Badfinger (Straight Up)
Beach Boys (1966)
Electric Light Orchestra
The Zombies(Odyssey and Oracle)
Paul McCartney (early 70s)
Billy Joel (mid 70s)
Paul Simon (early 70s)
Stevie Wonder (early 70s)
The Kinks (early 70s)
Elvis Costello (Blood and Chocolate)
T.Rex Now:
Rufus Wainwright
Ben Folds
Jason Falkner
Johnny Society (Clairvoyance)
What you need to know: The Billie Burke Estate celebrates ambitious smart pop. Inspired by the adventurous free spirit of the Beatles and Nilsson, the literate songcraft of Randy Newman and Elvis Costello, and the soulful compassion of Cat Stevens and Stevie Wonder, the Billie Burke Estate makes music that is cinematic, emotionally resonant, and has more hooks than a tackle shop. The brainchild of Seattle singer-songwriter Andy Liotta, BBE is the product of a decade of patient craftsmanship and mad science, developing a sound that is succinct, unpredictable and fun. Rolling Stone endorsed the result, writing that “Liotta tops off studied pop-rock craft with homespun charm and a big dollop of sunshine: Seventies-style piano pop with melodies upfront…and bright hooks.”
The Billie Burke Estate is about to release its second album, Let Your Heart Break, a dynamic collection of surprising pop songs that are inventive and deeply imagined. From the manic enthusiasm of “99 Liberty Lane” to the bitter disappointment of “Dreams Come True,” from the gentle perversion of “Perky Muscle Girl” to the life-affirming redemption of the title track, the songs paint vivid portraits and deliver unexpected delights. The clear production and groovy arrangements showcase the range of Liotta’s vocals, strong but empathic, vulnerable yet assured. The twelve well-paced tracks come together into an album that's compulsively easy to listen to from start to finish, and this is music that rewards repeat listening: the real world is lurking here in all its magical familiarity.
Sam Hawksley will be Launching his new self titled album at Bennett's Lane Jazz Club on Sunday 30th of November, entry is $20 and you receive a copy of his new album included with the entry fee. Fans - this is an official CD Launch, Sam will be performing two sets with full band so contact me ASAP to secure your ticket on either Mbl: 0431 834 811 or Email:musogalore@hotmail.com, tickets really are limited.
I just freekin' love the counter-melodies on "Perky Muscle Girl".. I've had to arrange a version for me to sing with my piano for my gigs 'cuz I love that song so much. :)
Thanks for the add! I've been listening to your album non-stop for the past week. I'm moving back to Portland in October and was wondering if you guys get down there at all?
I hope you can make it out to see me play solo at the University Streetfair on Saturday May 17th at 10:30 a.m. on the WaMu Stage (near the Safeco Blg) or the Following week with my band at Folkife on May 24th on the Fountain Lawn Stage from 1:15 to 1:45 p.m. or that evening at this show;
Howlin Houndog & Infamous Loosers 24 May 2008, 09:00 PM 5606 1st Ave S., Seattle, Washington 98108 Cost : $6
Howlin' Houndog and the Infamous Loosers will be appearing with Green Handshake at Slim's Last Chance (5606 1st Ave S.) in Georgetown on May 24th starting at 9:00 p.m. with the I Love Myselfs. For details on Slim's Last Chance Chili House go here;
Andy, I hope you can make it out on Jan 26 a the Sunset Tavern in Ballard. It will be one of my last shows before I hit the road until May. It should be fun. I play withThe Amercian Playboys and Girl Trouble. A Rock n' Roll extraviganza for sure!
Mele Kalikimaka and all the best to you and yours in the coming year. Thank you for your music. It has brightened up my days and made me think. :) Love in friendship, gg
