Larry Saklad- songwriter, singer, guitars, keys, production.
SOLO Live, ocassional band- Yet2B w/ David Rowan gtr, Doug Grigsby bass/ production, & varied drummmers. Photos/ video- Kim DeMeo / 29share- graphics & editing
Collaborating(ed) w/ Wayne Hsu, David Rowan, Doug Grigsby, Fred Berman (of Amos Lee), Alan Mann, Robert Hazard (w/ Bill Eib mgr), Essra Mohawk, Mike Tyler, Tom Basmajian, Mike K, Otto Capo (of Nazz) and delivered the Yamaha CP70 babygrand to Rob Hyman and Eric Bazilian from Zapf's- soon to be known as the HOOTERS. producers Andy Kravitz, the Nicolos, Danny Starrobin, more...
Everything experienced and music throughout history, especially my Rock & Folk roots from the '60s thru present. Latest lyrically: A Course In Miracles
Described as passionate, Larry Saklad merges elements of timeless acoustic rock, painting landscapes of heartfelt observations and questions, with brit-pop sensibility and smoky folk-blues, as uniquely fresh as it is uncannily familiar. One moment- brash, angular and edgy, the next- surveying dark horizons in subdued melancholy, he infuses all our dreams of a better life with hope and faith in possibility...
engaging.
*Please consider his history in Philly...
_'78-81 Alan Mann- Midnight Sun Mgt- "The Hardest Working Band on South St", opened for Eric Bazilian & Rob Hyman band BabyGrand @ My Father's Place LI- WNEW b'cast, recorded Live from Grendel's Lair '79. remastered '05
_'87-91 w David Rowan & Exisdance- Time Will Tell recorded in Studio 4 w Doug Grigsby, Andy Kravitz, Nicolos, 3 yrs live b'cast Empire Rock WMMR
_'81-82 keys w Robert Hazard- Bill Eib Mgt (Amos Lee).
_'91 co-wrote, keys w Essra Mohawk (Captain Beefheart)
_'93 recorded A Mann's "Christmas On The Block", aired Cyndy Drue WMMR. Tom Bazmajian Art Inst Phila produce, drums
_'05 Alan Mann Tribute, World Cafe Live- solo
_'07- JC Dobbs Reunion w D Rowan, D Grigsby- reunited Exisdance, again w Freddie Berman- Drums (Amos Lee)
_'08 3rd Dobbs Reunion @ Dobbs w Rowan, Grigsby, Jay Davidson, Keni Jackson 1 w Andy Kravitz
_'06 released Yet2B limited edition- perform solo and band ever since... _'07-08 Oh Philadelphia song & song search- local songs to do w Philly
"I do represent the heritage of Philly Rock w/ grace, have always been a fan and rallied all the bands that came up and thru this Philly Music Scene, champion(ed) our cause, have the respect of my peers and plenty of stories. And the songs just keep comin..."
If any of you are part of/ interested in the Philly Scene in the 1980's, Here's my favorite site, courtesies of— Reesa (and The Rooters), "Thanks for helping to build this ever-growing '80s Philly music scrapbook."
Following his fall '06 debut release, Yet2B, Larry Saklad has been performing regionally in assorted venues and showcases, both in support of those songs, Oh Philadelphia and new writing. This year brings us another collection of fresh recordings, Yet2B is..., all relate to finding peace in a decidedly unpeaceful place.
As accomplished, both on piano and guitar, Larry's songs reflect an interplay of each instrument weaving counterpoint against the other. His songwriting muse alternately hi-lights one, yet this focus shifts throughout the collection and within most songs.
His singing also has shifted, earlier known for his plaintive raw passion, he pushes it with gentler intensity. Vocally, "Oh Philadelphia" articulates dynamic contrast, along with the resonance of "Tethered", while "I Been Told" woos us in refreshing harmony with Kim De Meo, also co-writer.
Contrasts abound, with keyboard textures, electric/ acoustic guitars and drums, all providing support for an ever-changing song genre. From full-on rock anthems to acoustic ballads and funky-folk pop, Saklad crafts thoughtful and catchy insight about our world, in the light of redefining what is reality/ illusion, as in "What If". Ultimately, truth lies only within our relationship with each other, the subject well presented in these songs. And he doesn't avoid God and holiness as relates to the mindset of peace.
Some may say,"Peace sounds kind of boring," but experiencing Larry Saklad's art is anything but...
BIO '08
*** Yet2B is Larry Saklad, a former member of Alan Mann & the Free Arts Band and David Rowan & Exisdance - keyboards: both bands received widespread airplay and acclaim with live broadcasts and concerts. He began classical piano at age 6 and performed Carnegie Hall at 10. By 13 Larry was hooked on songwriting and jamming on compact organ in Philly rock bands to the Doors, the Who, Beatles and Stones, Clapton, CSNY and Led Zep. Learning guitar further inspired a greater command of original songwriting. By his HS graduation, Saklad was heard on local radio.
After over a decade working for others' bands including Robert Hazard and Essra Mohawk, in 1993 Larry recorded Alan Mann's "Christmas on the Block" with the help of Tom Basmajian, aired on WMMR by Cyndy Drue for many years. He is now devoted to his unique talent as singer/songwriter. Writing, recording and playing 'round the clock since April '06 full time, Saklad is performing solo in support of his debut release Yet2B, the Oh Philadelphia project, and new writing , and is also performing/ recording in David Rowan's band "Wet Pet" with Doug Grigsby. He first premiered the work in progress at the World Café Live on April 16, '05 for the 2nd Annual Alan Mann Tribute to great reception, and is receiving airplay on WXPN Philly Local, WQHS U Penn, RadioVolta.org and WSTW Hometown Heroes. He's been performing regularly since April '06 at World Café, LOVE PARK, Puck Live, Tin Angel, JC Dobbs, PhilaFunk Live, Fergies, The Khyber, The Fire, TriTone, North Star, Doc Watson's, The Rotunda, Lickety Split, Raven Lounge, The Dive, 5th St. Coffee, John & Peter's, Club 218, Azure, Milkboy Coffee, Indie Music Conf, Green Line Cafes, more...
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Stopping by to wish you a fantastic week!!! Hope all is going great with you!!! Check my schedule to see if I am coming to your town on the 2nd leg of my radio tour!!! Check out my newest single Whipping Post on Texas radio NOW!!! I also hope to see you out at Rowdy Bucks in Crosby Texas Saturday November 28th 2009 9:30 The show will also be streamed live from www.susanhickman.com Check it out if you cant make it!!! Hope to see you there!!! Love, ~Susan Hickman www.susanhickman.com www.reverbnation.com/susanhickman www.twitter.com/susanhickman
Hi! were playing at the World Cafe Live in Philly , on Saturday October 24 @ 10 pm.Local Music needs support and we REALLY need yours :) come on out and jam with us !!!!!!! Its a great place to have dinner and drinks and dance ! Save the date Much love , BOSU http://www.worldcafelive.com
hi larry :) thanks for finding me on here. why this full moon is sounding good. that's cool about your brother and juno as well - congrats to both of you :) i'm looking to license my music for film so please send him this way :) in the meantime, hope you can come by and say hi often :) glad ya like the tunes!
Larry Saklad we started posting more "Evro Music" videos on YouTube. A lot of new songs are up. We recorded them on a cell phone, so the audio isn’t great. Here's the link, http://www.youtube.com/user/EvroMusic1 tell us what you think and leave us a comment on MySpace or YouTube. Peace out and have a good day! - EVRO
Larry Saklad we were recently featured on the ABC network and we are trying to promote our first full length album self titled EVRO. Check out the video and leave a comment to tell us what you think. Just warning you that the sound on the video isn’t the greatest quality but you can listen to the same songs on our MySpace page. Tell others! Thank you and have a blessed day!
Janelle [vocals] Matt [guitar] Brian [bass] Chris [drums]
Thank you ever so much! I always look for talented artists such as yourselves to collaborate and share bookings. I went to school in Philly so I am particularly interested in playing there
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HEY LARRY! How are have you been gEEzz long time! How's your end of the woods been?~C♥
