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Byron Walls
Folk / Country / Jazz



Los Angeles, California
United States

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Last Login:  12/17/2009
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Member Since12/19/2008
Band Websitewww.byronwalls.com
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In his review of Calm, Cool and Collected in All Music Guide, Dave Nathan calls Byron Walls "...funny, hip, defiant, world weary, sardonic and sometimes even hopeful, but mostly cool and witty."

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InfluencesThe Weavers
Tom Lehrer
Gilbert and Sullivan
Johnny Mercer
Rodgers and Hart
Cole Porter
The Four Freshman
June Christy
Kenny Rankin
Tom T. Hall
Curly Putnam
John Phillips
John Prine
Steve Goodman
Michael Smith
Jackson Browne
Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young
Jacque Brel
Sounds LikeOn my jazz songs I sound a bit like Kenny Rankin meets Sting.
On the other songs I sound like myself.
Record LabelSantiam Music
Type of LabelIndie


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   About Byron Walls

Singer/songwriter Byron Walls got his start in the 1960s San Francisco folk trio, "The Travellers" opening for Phyllis Diller at the Purple Onion and Mort Sahl at the Hungry i. Following a stint in the Army, Byron returned to San Francisco where he completed a Masters Degree in music at San Francisco State while teaching guitar (Marty Ballin of the Jefferson Airplane was one of his students). Upon graduation he teamed with Howard Albertson and returned to the Purple Onion as part of the comedy/singing duo, "Byron and Howard" where they appeared for the better part of four years. The duo also appeared regularly at the Ice House in Pasadena and the Red Onion in Aspen, as well as the Tropicana Hotel in Las Vegas opening for Rosemary Clooney.

In 1969 Byron toured as a member of the "New Christy Minstrels." In 1973 toured with Glenn Yarbrough and the Limeliters. The group recorded six of his songs that year.

As a Warner Brothers Music staff songwriter in the mid-70s, Byron had 13 songs recorded by name artists including Emmy Lou Harris (Precious Love), Andy Williams (The Poem), Glenn Yarbrough (Grandma's letter, Having Each Other Around), Burl Ives (She's My Wife), Ronnie Milsap (Two Hearts), and The Kendalls (Precious Love).

WHAT OTHERS HAVE TO SAY ABOUT BYRON'S SONGS:

"His songs were cleverly written and handsomely delivered."

--Hollywood Daily Variety

"The vision of humor and sadness in his lyrics proved exceptional."

-LA Herald Examiner

"I'm a long time fan of Byron Walls' songs and playing. His humor, joy, and love for the music are irresistible."

-Karrin Allyson, Concord Records Artist Grammy Nominee


ABOUT HIS SHOW:

"The diversity of content, presentation, and style in your show is really quite remarkable. You are comfortable, comforting, and classy, and I think your show is ideal for any number of venues."

-Senator John Patterson, Rhode Island

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Lee Tyler Post

Lee Tyler Post



Nov 21 2009 10:13 AM

Hi Byron! Enjoyed hearing you on Dorians podcast yesterday :) Thanks for reaching out - Lee
IndieShowcase

Shashona Indie Showcase



Nov 21 2009 10:12 AM

Hey Byron; Thanks so much for the add request! I would definately love to have you as a friend here on myspace.
Welcome welcome!! Delighted to meet you!
Yours in the music
Shashona
Indie Showcase
www.indieshowcase.net
Terry Holder

Terry Holder



Nov 21 2009 10:12 AM

Byron,

Thanks for the add. Keep a song in your heart.

My Best,
Terry
emith

emith



Nov 10 2009 6:45 AM

So great to see you at FAR-West! Listening to Holiday Inn in the Andes now...C
Michael Lightbourne

Michael Lightbourne



Aug 14 2009 6:26 PM

Thanks for the friendship!

Michael
Goin’ South Band

Goin’ South Band



Aug 9 2009 1:03 AM

Byron,

Greetings from just up the road. Thanks for finding us. Wish you all the best.

GSB
Arlene Kole

Arlene Kole



Aug 9 2009 1:03 AM

Hi Byron,

Thanks for taking the time to stop by!

You sound wonderful!

Warmest wishes,
Arlene
Swallow Hill Music

Swallow Hill Music



Jul 30 2009 7:50 AM

Thanks for befriending us! Hope to see you at a concert, class or workshop soon! SwallowHillMusic.org
Mortys Comedy

Mortys Comedy Joint



Jul 20 2009 3:20 PM

Get 8 FREE Tickets to Morty's July 15-26 Call 317-848-5500 Mention Free Offer Code MORTYS7 When Making Reservations http://mortyscomedy.com
Cecille

Cecille



Jul 4 2009 12:56 AM

Thanks for the friend request!!
Feels Like Home

Feels Like Home



Jun 25 2009 12:15 AM

Hey Byron,
Always great to welcome a new friend. Thanks for the request, and for sharing your music - FLH
The Blue Ribbon Tea Company

The Blue Ribbon Tea Company



Jun 24 2009 4:08 PM

Thanks for the invite. Glad to be friends! Bill & Kathy
BELL ROOFING COMPANY

ED BELL



Jun 24 2009 1:03 PM

Thanks for the add...


Ed Bell
Bell Roofing Company
Cameron Park
the Boggstown Cabaret

the Boggstown Cabaret



May 15 2009 3:20 PM

Hey there,

Thanks for requesting
-the Boggstown Cabaret-
a one-in-a-kind venue near Indianapolis featuring:
LIVE music, comedy, audience interaction, and great food!

"An Amazing Place!"
-Chris Proffitt, NBC

Life is a cabaret old chum,
So come to The Cabaret!
Acoustica

Acoustica



May 13 2009 1:43 AM

Thanks for joining us at our Mayspace home.

With over 40 gigs across three libraries every year, Melbourne Library Service's Acoustica series offers local (and some not so local) musicians a chance to make some noise in a quite place, and reach a slightly different audience.
Bowman House Concert Series

Bowman House Concert Series



May 11 2009 3:20 PM

Byron:

Thanks for finding us on MySpace. Thanks also, and probably more importantly, for keeping music alive and real (with a sense of humor).

bowman
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"Art will always be Art" - Goethe
Donna Hughes

Donna Hughes



Apr 25 2009 3:34 PM

Thank you for adding me! It's an honor!
Tripping Lily

Tripping Lily



Mar 17 2009 8:23 PM

Thank you for being our friend, Byron! Nice music!

Be sure to check back often for our latest news, songs, and tour dates!

~Tripping Lily
Gretchen Peters

Gretchen Peters



Mar 17 2009 7:22 PM

Hi Byron -

thanks for inviting me into your space.

peace,
Gretchen
Jill Zen

Jill Zen



Mar 6 2009 7:31 PM

50 Ways to Love Your Liver is comic genius!! Thanks for a great laugh, Byron. :)
Pat

Patrick McCarthy



Mar 5 2009 4:18 AM

Byron - Thanks for the add! I enjoyed listening to your music and song set! Good-luck to you and your music in 2009! Have a great week and take care! - Pat
MJ Bishop

MJ Bishop



Feb 26 2009 1:39 AM

Hi Byron. Your songs - voice, melodies are truly lovely. Thanks!

Cheers,
mj
The Dixie Bee-Liners

The Dixie Bee-Liners



Feb 19 2009 7:16 PM

Thanks so much for the add, y'all. Best from all of us here in the hive...consider yourself buzzed!

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Music Promotions

Music Promotions



Feb 19 2009 7:37 PM

Thanks for the add, let me know if you need some myspace promotion work-we work all genres worldwide!
Hans York

Hans York



Feb 17 2009 5:50 AM

Thanks so much for visiting and sharing your passion, I really appreciate that:) sending you all my best wishes from the road (TX) Hans
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