brian ritchey: vocals, acoustic and electric guitars, piano, rhodes piano, harmonica, percussion/
jordan caress: vocals and bass guitar/
stanton adcock: electric guitars/
justin schipper: slide guitar and pedal steel/
dave coleman: electric guitar and baritone guitar/
josiah holland: organ and accordian/
dave ray: drums and percussion/
mixed and engineered by: burhan qazi/
produced by: b ritchey
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RECENT PRESS FOR "IF I WERE A PAINTER..."
courtesy of THE TENNESSEAN/ALL THE RAGE:
BRIAN RITCHEY'S GARAGE ROCK IS REAL:
The Nashville songwriter's new album is full of genuine, sloppy glory.
With the clattering introduction of "Which Way is Hell?" the opening statement on Nashville singer-songwriter Brian Ritchey's new album, you're quickly reminded of how rowdy bar rock is supposed to sound.
The groove is filthy and unprepared, and Ritchey barks with inspired rage — qualities conspicuously absent in the postured, predictable shimmying of the pseudo-garage acts of today (or, really, five years ago).
Maybe he's able to encapsulate that much spitfire in a single tune because it's a rare occurrence. The majority of Painter is slow, steady and melodically engrossing, though the clearer delivery makes Ritchey's influences all the more transparent. You could probably convince nine out of 10 Wilco fans that it's Jeff Tweedy singing at the top of poppy swinger "Sleeping on Gold," as Ritchey nails his shaky tone with uncanny similarity.
He skips Tweedy's abstract, stream-of-conscious lyric sense, though, in favor of pretense-free lines and mission statements. "If I were a doctor/ I'd help all my friends/ And help everyone who goes untreated./ If I were a poet/ or a golden millionaire/ I'd leave all my money to charity," he proclaims on the title track.
Some folks might roll their eyes at lines like these, but it's hard not to admire the starkness with which Ritchey lays out his vision, however familiar it might be.
REVIEW BY TENNESSEAN/ALL THE RAGE STAFF WRITER: Dave Paulson
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With his lilting, melancholy vocals and beautiful arrangements Brian Ritchey has released an impressive debut with the 7-song EP, a disc that’s very reminiscent of the early work of The Jayhawks, Ryan Adams and occasionally even Tom Petty and Nick Drake. Everything here from the upbeat opener "Guess That I’m Lonely" and the heartfelt emotions of "Apology" to "Forty Years" with it’s very effective piano work and the Petty-ish "It Feels Like Rock-n-Roll?" showcase Ritchey’s talent and make this a very worthwhile disc. (brianritchey.com) - Geoff Melton THE MUSIC KORNER
Thanks for the add! I'd love to hear what you think about my music. Keep checkin' my page for upcoming shows and updates! Next show in Nashville will be November 6th @ 12th and Porter. Hope you can make it out. Keep in touch....Ben.
There is currently a search for two types of bands for record label consideration.
*** Note: PLEASE IDENTIFY IF YOU ARE IN GROUP 1 OR 2 IN YOUR RESPONSE. Emails are being reviewed by different representatives.
1. A Pop/Rock/Commercial band with female lead. Band must consist of 2 guitars (Prefer both guitar players to be of lead caliber. However, one lead and one rhythm is acceptable), keyboard/piano, bass, and drums. Lead vocal, followed by backing vocals, in that order, is a plus as it relates to other members of the group. Average age of the band cannot exceed 28 years of age.
* Group must have an outstanding lead vocalist. ** Musicianship throughout the entire band must be very strong. *** Group cannot currently be under any contract of any type that is related to the music industry.
2. A Modern Rock band with male lead. Must be a complete band but there are no prerequisites as it relates to the make up of the band. Average age of the band cannot exceed 23 years of age.
* Group must have an outstanding lead vocalist. ** Musicianship throughout the entire band must be very strong. *** Group cannot currently be under any contract of any type that is related to the music industry.
XXX - If you meet the minimum qualifications as described above. Email a link for your MySpace Page and if applicable, a link for your website to: recordingartistsearch@gmail.com
Only send one email with your links. Due to the volume of responses normally received for these types of opportunities. After review of your material, you will only be contacted if there is an interest in attending one of your shows by a label representative. As such please to not send any follow up emails regarding selections. If you were not contacted back, there was not an interest.
Next BIG Nashville Music Festival and Conference kicks off on Wednesday October 7 and runs through Saturday October 10. Wristbands and VIP Badges are still available! To see the entire lineup of over 150 performers visit: http://www.nextbignashville.net. Wristbands are only $40 (access to all shows and afterparties) and VIP Badgs are only $100 (access to all shows, parties, VIP events and Daytime Conference). Purchase tickets, wristbands and badges here
Stopping by to show some love! So I will be doing fittings this week in Nashville!! Hit me up today if you are interested in talking biz on in-ears, custom plugs, etc.
