Like wearing a worn pair of jeans fresh from the wash or learning something new about an old friend after a night at the bar, Bryan Dunn's songs combine classic roots rock and unconventional lyrical candor, and deliver something both familiar and new. The dynamic performer from New York City (by way of Austin, Texas) has an enthusiasm that wins over even the most jaded city dweller. With his new album, 'Vicious Waltz,' Dunn distills his blend of guitar-driven ’60s pop rock and plaintive country wailing down to a 10-song album as engaging as his live shows.
Co-produced by Dunn and David Cerequas, this is Dunn's third solo release, following the 2006 album 'Static and Scripture,' and the 2007 EP 'Shackle Melodic.' Previously, Dunn was the lead guitar player and songwriter for the cult-favorite Austin, Texas-based band 3 Penny Opera, and was the frontman and lead guitar player for New York City-based band Simple Thing, which flirted with label signings before its members moved on to solo projects (including Johnny Hi-Fi).
Joining Dunn on 'Vicious Waltz' are Drew McKeon, Jeremy Goldsmith, Misty Boyce, Jim McNamara, and Emily Helming. In addition, the album features guest appearances by many of Dunn's friends from the tight-knit local musician community in New York City. The album was recorded at Cove City Sound Studios and The Gallery Recording Studio, and was mastered at Scott Hull Mastering.
Dunn has already begun touring select East Coast markets in support of the new release, and will continue to deepen his coverage of the region post-release. The album has already received pre-release airtime on several independent New York podcasts, and is currently available on CD Baby, Amie Street and iTunes .
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"Strongly influenced by the 60's musical invasion of The Beatles, it's almost impossible not to hear fragments of Lennon and McCartney in some of Dunn's work. With his passion for folk music burning bright, he fuses the two influences together making for a sound that's just irresistibly sweet." - Joel Crane, NME
This totally sucks in a way..need a vacation but you'll never guess when I come back :(..a day too late to see your show..please add some more dates *crossing fingers* xoxo
Whats new? I would like to find out if you are working on anything interesting. I have been trying to get into Music for Video Games. I have 6 tunes that I made for a demo and am looking around
Besides that I have 1 animation coming that will be in theme with the website I'll be launching. I'm still trying to connect with Artists to help me with the look of the myspace. Which has a nice little blog feel.
I'll have a CD of 'Composer For Media'. My work will be very much in the vein of 'Artist Production' and 'Media Writing'.
Hey! If you know anyone, or you yourself want to Collaborate! really need Singers and Lyricists! Drop me a message/comment if you know someone! I'm asking for people's emails and phone numbers to get in touch
3rd Annual WAGSTOCK this Sunday, June 21st!! Wagstock is free for all. Bring blankets, pets, brew, snacks and snuggle up on the grass with your sweetie pie.
Thanks so much for the friendship! Hope you've had a chance to listen to my music, which sounds like a combo of Lady Gaga, Pink and Madonna--sick beats, killer vocals, and sure to make you dance! If you like it, much of it is available free on jccassis.bandcamp.com, so please go there for free downloads and enjoy! Also, the best way to know about my future releases is to get on my mailing list, so if you're interested, please send me your email address and I'll sign you up! Have a great day!
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Thanks for the add and the message. Dig the tunes, none of them sound the same, which is really cool. Ghost of Abe Lincoln to The Television Song, all different, but all good stuff. Thanks for adding!
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