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Secondhand Serenade
Acoustic / Rock / Emo



MENLO PARK, California
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Nearly a year after the release of his debut album, Awake, Secondhand Serenade is back with his much-anticipated follow-up, A Twist In My Story. Rightfully titled, the album finds Secondhand Serenade; real name John Vesely, adding onto his signature raw vocals and guitar with the use of orchestration and a full band.

Carrying the momentum of a carefully crafted career, support from his label Glassnote Records, along with the adoration of millions of fans, A Twist In My Story is slated to be released on February 19th of 2008. The album finds John coming off of one of the most hectic years of his life after appearances on MTV, Yahoo! Music, AOL, Music Choice, in Rolling Stone, and more. Rigorous, national tours followed with other notable artists including the Plain White T’s, All American Rejects, and Hawthorne Heights before deciding to take some time to focus on recording. With the tracks completed a sold out show in support of Good Charlotte helped to ease John back into the life of a touring musician as he played to a crowd of over 1,000 people in Anaheim before the start of his own 24 date, headlining tour that Fall.

The album finds John collaborating with two industry heavyweight producers, Danny Lohner (Nine Inch Nails, Angels & Airwaves) and Butch Walker (Fall Out Boy, All American Rejects), as well as venturing into “a whole bunch of different styles of songs.” He knew that crafting these songs in a new environment was essential in terms of his growth as an artist, but Vesely remained mindful to never allow his surroundings change his artistry at it’s core.

“I kept a lot of those same things from the first album because the way I write didn’t change. It just became more complex. Some changes were necessary this time around because of the developments I’ve had as a person and as a performer,” Vesely remarked. “I just wanted to be creative and make the songs I wanted to make. I only used what I thought each song needed and that meant adding some new layers to the cake.”

The layers are evident right from the start of the album. Leading off with “Like A Knife”, the tone is immediately set for what is a heartfelt body of work complete with strings, signature harmonies, and lyrics conveyed with honest emotion. The Butch Walker produced ballad “Fall For You” follows, which is one of many tracks featuring John on the piano. The remaining tracks are of mixed sort, with tracks like “Stranger,” “Maybe,” and the up-tempo “Suppose” benefiting from the sounds of a full band, while others like “Why,” “Goodbye” and the album’s title track, all prove to be just as effective in their stripped down form.

Overall, Secondhand Serenade is out to please his supporters, whom he admits have helped him to reach this point in his life. He claims, “Nothing in my career would be possible without my fans backing me. They are the most important people in terms of any success I have or will ever have.” It is for this reason that he prides himself on keeping a personal connection with fans both on-line and at performances. Additionally, he looks to invite even more listeners into this community he has created.

A Twist In My Story is a new chapter for Secondhand Serenade, taking you through the highs and lows of love and life. John Vesely is a modern day storyteller following a path all to his own while putting a new twist on his timeless tale.










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Label Info Glassnote Music
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sarahhh☮

sarahhh☮



Feb 10 2010 4:33 AM

so i was working out today and i kept hearing 'fall for you' chorus OVER AND OVER. i'm like alright what the heck is going on...turns out my college's cheerleaders were practicing and believe it or not fall for you is in their routine! it's like this slow stunt part...it was insane! so yeah, just thought you should know and be proud, you have officially made it in a cheer song hahaha (: have a great day and as always, please release your cd for me oh so soon haha (:
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Feb 9 2010 8:22 PM

Hey thanks for adding us. It would really mean a lot to us if you would check out our music and tell us what you think. <3
PROPACOM

PROPACOM



Feb 9 2010 5:19 PM


Découvre » le bal des maudits » le tout nouveau clip de Scalo featuring Garges sale
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4uONzsQwN1Q
ღAshley✿

Ashley Myers



Feb 9 2010 4:34 PM

hey john you are so amazing i love your music so much.
it helped me get through a hard time your music has so much meaning.
thanks you being sucj an amazing Musicians.

-Ashley
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Feb 9 2010 3:31 PM

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April Indalecio



Feb 9 2010 12:03 PM

can't waitt for your next albumm!!! :D
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Feb 9 2010 10:25 AM

waaah !!!!!!
hahah
tnx for your RESPONSE !!!!!!!
=))
omg.cant believe it !
waha.
hows your bday?
yaii.btw!haha
my bday is tomorrow!!
waha.=))
great me !lol
so my bday would be COMPLETEE !!=))
waahaa.ok !
i cant wait !
wahh!!I WANNA HEAR IT !!
wahh.SWEET VOICE!
wuu..waa.seriously and totally cant wait to listen !!
ok !
GODBLESS JOHN!
goodluck !
waha >.<
lovelove .!
wuu !
NEWWW ALBUM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

yeiiii .!


-paula
PHILIPPINES !
MICHAEL

Michael Buono



Feb 9 2010 5:40 AM

Hello There John. You Very Welcome =-) So How Was Your B-Day??? Did You Have A Good Time?? Well Thank You For Answering Me Back =-) Your So Nice. Ummm When Do You Think You Are Gonna Put A Single Up On Your Page Off Your New Album???



-Michael
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╚»P£d®Ø Brings the Horizon<╗ ☠ [ALAR ] ♫



Feb 8 2010 10:58 PM

WHENS THE NEW ALBUM PLEASE TELL ME,WHEN ARE YOU GOING TO PUT NEW SONGSS???YOUR ROCK AND TAKE CARE=)
duke23

duke23



Feb 8 2010 10:54 PM

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Simon harvey



Feb 8 2010 10:29 PM

Hot and new songs ? Can't wait to hear ur new stuf
Justin Woodley

Justin Woodley



Feb 8 2010 9:06 PM

Hey Friend! Whats Up? I Gotta New Music Page! If You Want To add Me! Please Do! Thanks! www.myspace.com/officialjustinwoodley
-Justin Woodley
Manny

Manny Mercer



Feb 8 2010 8:57 PM

Is your new song gonna be posted this week?
Cause I'm super excited for something new!
NobodyCaresShow

NobodyCaresShow



Feb 8 2010 8:00 PM

me and the boys have a podcast strictly for underground artists. when you submit, we'll play your song on our show for all of our listeners, and give our opinions and ideas on it. we'll read your bio for you so the world can get to know you a bit and we'll even shout out if you got a tour coming up or an album or ep dropping soon and let people know where to find you or where they can watch you perform. it's a critique show by some goofy dudes that will give you exposure and promote your projects. hit me back if you are interested.


.... oh yeah and did I mention IT'S FREE!!!
Against Myself

Against Myself



Feb 8 2010 7:53 PM

Love you music.....your one of my biggest influences

cant wait to here your new stuff
Tatyana Sherman

Tatyana Sherman



Feb 8 2010 7:45 PM

Have GREAT WEEK!

All the best...

Life-Music-Love
Jennie

Jennie



Feb 8 2010 4:56 PM

Heya John. Thanks so much for the comment. I hope you had a great birthday! I am glad to know the new album will be out soon. My friends and family will be glad to hear something different for a while. HEHE! Have a wonderful day! =)

Jennie
!!!.ReverseThisCurse.!!!

Marjolein PrettyOdd.



Feb 8 2010 10:00 AM

Heeeii ^^

Hows uu..
Are you commin to Holland annyday soon..
cous your songs are pretty damn awsum.!
and i just need to hear them live *angel face*
hihi..
well im going to class right now..
hope to hear from you..

xoxo.
POps

POps



Feb 8 2010 7:35 AM

hello,keep on singing love ya!!!
Blaine B

Blaine Begalla



Feb 8 2010 7:08 AM

Can you give us any idea on when your new cd is coming out?
Crystal

Crysmesh Miculob



Feb 7 2010 1:48 PM

Hi, John..
how are you?
I really love your songs..
take care ^^
~*I Heard A Voice*~

~*I Heard A Voice*~



Feb 7 2010 10:04 AM

ADD ME SECONDHAND SERENADE FANS <3
Rachel Morgan Perry

Rachel Morgan Perry



Feb 7 2010 2:13 AM

Thanks so much for the friendship! <3 Rachel Morgan Perry

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LREaRUmsztc
Tatyana Sherman

Tatyana Sherman



Feb 6 2010 5:14 PM

I wish you a fantastic weekend!

May they be accompanied by only a good mood and pleasant encounters ...

Life-Music-Love
MICHAEL

Michael Buono



Feb 6 2010 4:17 PM

Hello There John. You Very Welcome =-) So How Was Your B-Day??? Did You Have A Good Time?? Well Thank You For Answering Me Back =-) Your So Nice. Ummm When Do You Think You Are Gonna Put A Single Up On Your Page Off Your New Album???



-Michael
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