Joe Walsh, The Beatles, Steve Earle, Neil Young, Bob Dylan, Son Volt, Wilco, Bruce Springsteen, Steve Forbert, Brian Wilson, Jimi Hendrix, The James Gang, Jeff Beck, Jimmy Page, Greg Brown, Pink Floyd, The Who, The Kinks, Buddy Guy, The Yardbirds, Deep Purple, John Mellencamp, John Fogerty, Warren Haynes, Leslie West, Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughan, David Gilmour, Syd Barrett, John Lennon, George Harrison, Chris Knight, Elton John, Bernie Taupin, Tom Waits, George Martin, Ray Davies, Dave Davies, The Band, Free, Paul Kossoff, Paul Rodgers, Tommy Bolin, Ritchie Blackmore, Townes Van Zandt, Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones, Keith Richards, Mick Taylor, The Allman Brothers, The Grateful Dead, Robin Trower, Ryan Adams, Willie Nelson, Uncle Tupelo, Johnny Cash, Humble Pie, Tom Petty, Peter Green, Peter Frampton, John Hiatt, Steve Marriott, The Faces, Jay Farrar, Gram Parsons, Big Star, Ace Frehley, Van Morrison, Counting Crows, James Honeyman-Scott, Robbie Macintosh, Arc Angels, The Smithereens, Badfinger
Duane Carleton is the newest voice of rural America. His songs capture the essence of working class life. Whether he is describing the everyday people of small town America and their relationships or the struggles that they encounter in their day-to-day lives, he conveys the beauty and tragedy of a disappearing lifestyle. His music falls into the Americana style. He paints a vast and colorful landscape with his songwriting as he covers the spectrum from poetic ballads, to upbeat rockers, to political story songs that could be aptly described as the offspring of Steve Earle and The Rolling Stones.
Duane was born, raised and continues to reside in rural New England and his upbringing is evident in his work ethic. He currently plays 250 - 300 dates a year, has released 14 albums as well as 1 DVD. He has completed four music videos and has recently released his latest cd entitled “Once Lost, Then Torn Down” on the Higher Road Records label which is currently receiving airplay on several radio stations. He has also appeared as a guest on no less than 15 other cd’s by artists as varied as, Bicycle Mary, John Erlandson, and Laura Molinelli. He has opened shows and played with such luminaries as Rick Danko of The Band, Steve Miller, Gov’t Mule, Don McLean, Bret Michaels, Eddie Money, Loverboy, The Fixx, Jimmy LaFave and Steve Forbert to name just a few.
In addition, he has had songs placed in films such as the HBO documentary, “Dirty Driving-Thunder Cars of Indiana”, the Edgewood Entertainment horror film, “Arachnia” which has been aired on the Starz Edge, Encore, and Encore Action channels, and the snowboard video, “Pipe Dreams”. He has also had songs used in television ads for Killington Ski Resort, Taylor’s Clear River Tavern, and Advance Music Center.
"Songs like "Small Town Heroes" and "The True American" are driven by Carleton's fine guitar work and singing. It's easy to laugh at some of the rock and roll bands making hit records these days, but hearing rootsy rock done this well should make you feel a little better. – Vintage Guitar Magazine -
“What really makes the album stand out, however, is Carleton’s honest and skillful songwriting. He’s got a keen ability to create songs that linger in your memory long after the disc has stopped spinning. And that’s what makes “Once Lost, Then Torn Down” more enjoyable with each listen.” – Seven Days -
“With so many rock ‘n’ roll albums a wasteland of unresolved teenage angst, high-decibel electronic noise, undecipherable babblings from mock poets or otherwise poorly conceived and badly produced wannabe music, Duane Carleton’s "Once Lost, Then Torn Down" stands out as an oasis of highly listenable music in a desert of creativity.”
– The Times Argus -
“In this day of multi mix styles, it’s nice to hear something real that’s well composed.” – Vermont Review -
" 'Leaving Despair' by Duane Carleton is probably the most beautiful, honest album I have ever listened to. He really captures life in semi-rural Vermont. With all the crap you can hear on the radio today it is refreshing to hear someone sing from their heart. – Vermont Woman –
I hate the Rain!!!!! i was looking forward to seeing you on main st :( now i'm Bummed!!!! we are Closing on our new house tomorrow so we'll be busy. but i hope to see you play again soon. Take Care
Hi Duane how are you doing these days? I will most likely see you play at the park Wednesday . Just been going threw some rough Heart times lately.I will try to make it thou.
hey dude. thanx for the add. I love your music and can't wait for the concert in the park to see you guys again. You have realy good energy and know how to treat a crowd. and again I love your music and I'll see you on wednsday.
Doin well. I spent most of the winter at Killington Lodges, thought sure I'd run into you... Terry and family are well, his oldest daughter was high school valedictorian...We're all still playing! thats a good thing.
I was hoping that maybe you could so me some extended scales and such, also possibly some licks and maybe some different types of progression like, walking blues lines things like that would be great and if you had time to fit me in that would be awsome, just let me know back on what you think and that would be great. -Thanks, Mike
hey we havent recorded yet. we just found a place in rutland county. Its $50 an hour, and we can afford that so thats good. nothin else new here really. We just had a show at the townhall. it went really good. whats new with you?
Im doing better, its just crazy everyday!! Im really sorry about ur ma! Its wierd how you go from seeing someone everyday to never again. =/ but im going to montreal this friday for a few days with some friends to finally get away! =) how are you..
Oh nice! Things are going well here. I've been really busy lately though... between baseball, hockey and work i havent had much time for anything. Lol...
HEY, so yeah my Hubby was happy to hear you play some Dead :) Thanks so much! and Runaway Romeo was great to hear too! That was nice how you let those guys sing with ya, they were really good! You're the Best! The Condo is great, but we are Busy looking for a House. So Happy you're gonna be at the Tavern while I'm in Killington so i'll be there next Wed. :) Take Care
THE NORTH END RHYTHM KINGS WILL TAKE THE STAGE AT THE OLD LANTERN IN CHARLOTTE ON JULY 12TH. TICKETS ARE ON SALE AT THE FLYNN BOX OFFICE. A BBQ CHICKEN DINNER IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE OF YOUR TICKET. DOORS OPEN AT 4PM WITH DINNER SERVED AT 5PM. MUSIC BEGINS AT 7PM. TICKET SALES END JULY 1ST. GREAT TUNES MAN! THANKS FOR THE ADD
hey just listening to you guys down at the Ralley, you sounded great!! I wasn't able to see you live but I sat outside and drank a Rum & coke while enjoying your tunes! thanks!
Damn...looks like I missed your performance. I havn't checked this page in nearly a week. I hope you had a great time. And I'm glad you like our subervise tunes. Its what we're all about.
kool mabe i might stop down i need to get out more havn't been in touch with bands in a long time guess i burnt myself out over the years, good luck friend, donnie
Hey! Everything is okay.. Getting better a least! So tomorrow at 5. ? Ill do my best to make it! How early do you usually get there? That way i can talk with u before the show cuz i probably wont be able tn stay to the end, i work graveyard shift =/ so let me know k? Have a good one! -tracey-
