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TYRONE WELLS AT TROUBADOUR 7/10/09 (Click For Tickets)
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Tyrone Wells has delivered an epic pop/rock album with his second major label effort, Remain. Pursuing a more collaborative process and having added a more lush production to his singer- songwriter roots, the new album proves to be a great showcase for his powerful and emotional voice.
The Spokane, WA native's desire to ‘open up the process' found him traveling to London to work with a circle of songwriters/musicians who aligned with Wells' musical direction. “Half of the album was done in London and the other half completed here in the states,” says Wells. “I didn't know what kind of record I was going to make before I got to London, but something just seemed to click while I was there that really defined what I wanted to do with this album.” Invoking a cathartic creative process from the very beginning for Remain, the songwriter penned an astounding 60 songs for the record.
Tyrone worked with songwriter/producer Martin Terefe (Jason Mraz, KT Tunstall, James Morrison) and Iain Archer (UK indie artist and Snow Patrol co-writer) in the UK, and Tim Myers (formerly of OneRepublic), David Hodges (formerly of Evanescence) and Matt Scannell (Vertical Horizon) in the U.S. Creating a work that manages to be more guitar-edged than previous Wells' efforts - but still unabashedly soul-baring - he appreciated huddling with collaborators like Terefe, who - like Wells - is a big believer in trusting one's instincts. “We had great chemistry together.” “Losing Ground,” one of a handful of production/songwriting collaborations between Wells and Terefe, was written and demoed in less than 3 hours during their first writing session together.
Wells has found himself on a new musical path on his second Universal Republic effort, but he continues to display the same gritty determination and work ethic that has enabled him to chart his own course from the very beginning. Wells launched his career unveiling his first indie release with the take-me-as-I-am motif of 2003's Snapshot. An in-demand live offering followed in 2005: Close: Live at McClain's, (the coffeehouse where he established his raved-about live rep) capturing the singer's unique intimacy with an audience.
Soon, major labels came calling. “All of a sudden, after five years of doing everything on my own steam I had all these labels interested,” says Wells. His 2007 release, the soulful Hold On, was originally his third indie record. The album was picked up by Universal Republic and released untouched as his major label debut.
The buzz surrounding Wells' inspiring wealth of songs was also beginning to land him song placements in films and TV shows. To date Tyrone has had significant placements including “One Tree Hill,” “Everyone's Hero,” “Rescue Me,” “Ghost Whisperer,” “Numbers,” “Criminal Minds,” “Army Wives,” “What About Brian,” “The 50 Greatest Moments at Madison Square Garden” and the “Rails & Ties” trailer.
Wells is particularly proud that Remain has carried him into some undiscovered territories. His voice continues to set him apart and his passion is demonstrated on this new album. “With constant touring it's important to believe in what you're singing every night. I'm excited about this new material and believe in these songs. I like where I'm going."
Remain is available in stores everywhere now.
Remain was produced by Michael "Smidi" Smith, Martin Terefe and Matt Scannell and mixed by Mark Endert, Thomas Juth and Grant Mohrman.
OOOOMMMGGGG!!!! That video of Ellie singing Sink or Swim is the most adorable thing! What a sweetie! Josh and I can't wait to see you at Soho's. We're trying to convince Kevin to come up. Lil' Hope Intl. gathering. :)
Ciao Tyrone ,thank you for the add and the friendship. you are very good, I like your stupendous music a lot,and stupendous voice. compliments ..really. you are one of my prefeitis I feel great admiration for you, talk to you soon, and all of my best wishes to always listen to your good music. all the best.. from italy..and good week end neal
Hey guys! I love the profile and your music is really good. I am so sure you will get far and it is a pleasure to hear your music. Your voice is so soulful and your music is very soothing. Nice work!
I am like soo amateur right now I was hoping to get a few tips and pointers from some of the best i've heard (i.e - you)
I heard "More" on the radio in Iowa today and was really excited for you! I am so glad that more people are being exposed to your music! I wish you all the best.
won't be able to catch you at your chicago show with tonic this month, but hopefully maybe august and/or september. i had a blast at your show with bte on saturday- it was a great saturday night! travel safely, and i'll see you guys soon =)
Hey Tyrone, I just wanted to say that I love your music. The feeling you put into your shows is just awesome. Your band is the best thing my ears could have ever asked for. My best friends and I had a chance to meet you last year in the NYC Knitting Factory where Jason Reeves opened up for you. It was my first show EVER! Dude we had such an amazing time. You might not remember but I asked you to sign my songbook and asked for a hug, lol. I cheered for you so much that night and sang along to all of the songs, I wanted you to know that you are awesome and I did not know how to express it and still dont. (Sorry I was overly excited.) You are such a great influence on me. I requested your single "More" three times on The Sound just now because I feel like your music can help a lot of other people. Dude you probably know this but you are awesome, never stop creating music. Sorry for writing a letter, just thought I'd let you know. Thank you so much and Take Care!!!
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Thanks for the awesome shows in Indianapolis, Louisville, Chicago, and Milwaukee! We really enjoyed the new story at Chicago and enjoyed hearing you play "What Are We Fighting For?" in Milwaukee. Really looking forward to seeing you perform in Denver!
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