From: Robin Merritt
ArtFRONT Presentations
(423) 400-4976
SUGGESTED RADIO TRACK LIST
FOR:
Ryan Oyer Band
Full album “Pinup Queens and
Silver Screens”
& E.P. “The Matinee”
Performance on Saturday,
Aug. 29th 8pm @ The Camp
House
Ryan Oyer's new recorded work gives us a very listenable album to prop
up a totally engaging stage show.
~Robin Merritt, ArtFRONT presentations.
These are good records for the sentimental, the romantically wistful
listener who doesn't want to work too hard to enjoy a catchy rock ‘n roll
melody and a soothing voice. First let
it be known that the excellent production quality of these recordings leaves no
doubt as to sound quality for any of the tracks. The slightly operatic intro to the first song “St. Cecilia”
alerts that this could’ve been one of those epic double albums from the 70's.
Notable is that our pick for radio track from “The Matinee” E.P. was recorded
live at the same venue where the album release concert will be held. Finding the most unique and memorable songs
and melodic hooks is the main goal in these selections. There will be no ground breaking lyrical
acrobatics here, just solid instrumentation and romantic songs by someone with
a strong, pleasant voice of the same nature that captivated listeners of James
Taylor and Jackson Browne in the 70's.
Ryan Oyer is of the generation that grew up heavily influenced by Oasis
and his discovery of the earlier Beatles phenomenon and John Lennon
records. The audiences who most enjoyed
those older artists may turn up at Ryan Oyer’s shows and eventually become the
strongest listener bases for his recorded songs.
For his live show, as in many phenomenal band ensembles this
straightforward material gives a solid foundation for Ryan Oyer Band's full on
rock stage presentation which sometimes borders on moments of pre-psychedelia
and works very well with their full light show and the string arrangements The
addition of a horn section is a special treat slated for the upcoming album
release event August 29th.
SUGGESTED RADIO TRACKS
From the E.P. “The
Matinee”
Track #2. "Right In
Love." “Skynrd-y, Ron Wood-ish guitar interplay by
Josh Bates, Ryan Oyer & Michael McDade.
A real rock song with personality and an"engine" behind
it. Recorded live at The Camp House in
Chattanooga.
From the full Album “Pinup
Queens and Silver Screens"
#4. “Hold On Love” A great melody that starts slow and builds up
to a chill point. One of Ryan's most
memorable songs from his live performances, it builds up to one of the most
pleasantly memorable songs on the album.
By the time it's two thirds played it’s gripping leads and melodic
structures are in full swing. Possibly
my favorite on the album. ~R.
#10. “Is This What I've Been
Waiting For?” Excellent intro for radio, it also got a vote from our
"civilian" judge. Possibly
the most suitable track on the album for commercial radio stations.
#11. “When She Comes Around”
builds into some really nice electric guitar work by Danimal Pinson,
Butch Ross & Ryan Oyer. (Butch Ross is also credited with mellotron on this
track!) This instrumental proves the band can venture into psychedelic rock.
#12. “The Traveler” Best guitar intro on the album. Another of
Ryan's more highly recognizable tunes from live performance. This is the one song that got a vote from
ALL the people we asked which songs they’d expect to hear on the radio.
More info @
www.RyanOyer.com