The Career of Brett Young Catching Fire
By: Neil K. Warner |
Source: Alternative Addiction

Thursday, April 18, 2013 At a typical concert there will be people in the crowd who are talking, texting and trying to take a picture of the person performing on their phone that doesn’t look like an orange blur.

But there are moments in most shows when the talking stops and whether you have heard of Brett Young or not, he suddenly has your attention.

The song “Pretend I Never Loved You,” is that song for Young and it’s so new that it is not on his new record titled, On Fire. It will be released later this year when Young expects to release his next record.

For now his single “Kiss by Kiss,” is cracking radio and could be the native Californian’s first hit.

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http://www.alternativeaddiction.com/musicnews/article/3139/The-Career-of-Brett-Young-Catching-Fire

Performing this morning !

Brett on-air performing “Kiss by Kiss”

Brett Young opened for Tyrone Wells a few weeks ago. I actually missed his performance because I was stuck waiting in line to get in (even though we were there 30 min early!). Since he was opening for one of my favorite artists, I figured I would like him. After the show, I blindly purchased his albums at the merch table. I am completely satisfied with that decision. Just picture his baby-blue eyes as you listen to his truthful songs. The boy’s got some soul.

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Last night, the stage at New York’s City Winery hosted three musicians whose names you may not recognize, but whose songs you’ve already heard on shows like Vampire Diaries toGrey’s Anatomy (or just may be hearing more of soon).

Brett Young kicked off the night with a glass of wine in one hand and a guitar in the other. Accompanied by Jay Ollero, Young brought charming country vocals, his heartfelt lyrics and the occasional Bruno Mars cover as he sang about young love, lost love and everything in between. Young kept things short and sweet, ending his set with his newest single, “Kiss by Kiss.”

for the complete story go to http://music-mix.ew.com/2013/03/25/tyrone-wells-brendan-james-and-brett-young-at-new-yorks-city-winery-on-the-scene/

On the eve of a mid-March blizzard, in the cozy venue called the Soiled Dove Underground, Brett Young opened with a little Joe Cocker, What Would You Do If I Sang Out of Tune, which turned into his original tune, Crying For More. He also blew the captive audience away with Wrapped Around You, Kiss By Kiss, and Define Me.

For the Full Story: http://milehighfeedback.blog.com/2013/03/09/tyrone-wells-at-soiled-dove-underground-3813/

Concert Review Mile High : Author Al Sperry

Brett Young / Graham Colton / Tyrone Wells

Date: February 23, 2013

Venue: Great American Music Hall / San Francisco

I was so happy when I heard Tyrone Wells was touring again because I had to miss his San Francisco show last year due to a wicked migraine. When I heard that Graham Colton was opening I knew I couldn’t miss it.

Until the day before the show I had no idea who Brett Young was and wasn’t sure I needed to be involved but my friend Raquel and I checked out his music online and were pretty impressed. I thought it sounded a bit country, which is never my favorite thing, but it also had a soul twinge in it and his voice was great. He also wasn’t horrible to look at. Anyway, we weren’t sure what to expect from his set but wow. He was fantastic! And yeah, he looks even better in person and is extremely nice. But at the end of the day it was about the music and we really liked everything he did. He had a drummer with him, which frankly just made me miss Craig Meyer, but he definitely enhanced the set. Then, just for fun, he brought up a friend of his to play violin on a couple of songs and wow. He was great.

We met Brett after the show and like I said, he was incredibly nice and genuinely appreciative that we liked his music. You definitely need to get involved with him.

Brett starts the Sundance Festival off with a Red Carpet Walk with Moi Navarro and Shawn Hook as they arrive to play at the Celebrity Gifting Suite. You can also catch him sharing the stage with Michael Tolcher at The Spur or at Flannigan’s on Main and on Park City TV. The week has just begun!Coming up in February, Brett is headed to the NACA National convention where he will perform on the NACA Sampler Showcase. Then he heads out on tour with Tyrone Wells. His new album “On Fire” will release in early February. The title is a perfect fit as this year is already “On Fire”.

Brett Young

6’7″ LA based Singer/Songwriter, Brett Young, hails from Orange County, California; that huber rich pocket of planned communities, with the perfectly manicured lawns and weather to match.  There are several things that make Brett Young a fine musician–aside from his debonair style and offhandedly great looks.  His soul filled voice, lyrically clever pop ballads, stage presence, magnetism, talented craftsmanship and ability to combine all these traits into a well arranged blueprint for success. But what  is even more special about Brett, is his confidence, which translates into a genuine sense of giving and collaboration with his contemporaries.  He is never afraid to share his stage, and he has many from Santa Monica to Hollywood, The Hotel Cafe to The Montage, Portland to San Diego, which makes seeing Brett perform live, such a treat.  You never know who is going to be his guest; from various players on the hit show, The Voice to Gavin DeGraw.  This level of  aplomb and altruism, are rare qualities for someone of his age, and we find it inspiring in this era of musical evolution. It is this alchemy that makes Brett Young truly great and an Artist to Watch in 2012.
 

“Hotel Cafe, Brett Young, Jason Adamo Band, Charity and More…”

by Heather Jacks, Music Journalist    

I worked in my first radio job in the eighties; college radio–KTEC in Klamath Falls, Oregon.  College radio in the eighties was like the wild-wild west; there were few rules, everything went and there was a sense of purpose; we were justified in our song choices and we mattered.  We filled our little corner of the universal airwaves with low budget labels, whose artists, with their deeply rooted sense of DIY autonomy left them to freely create and explore sounds and themes that did not appeal to the mainstream.  Even then I was calling my show Indie Rocks. I received cases of over sized, 12″ vinyl singles, (some which I still have); The Smiths, Lords of the New Church, Agent Orange, Ebn-Ozn, Bob & Bob, Afrika Bambaataa, The Addicts and more.

Today, the record industry is broken; but the music industry is thriving; and at the heart of this resurrection are independent musicians.  And we always love the opportunity to celebrate them.

In one week, Tuesday, January 24th; we will be joining Brett Young and a host of talented, independent artists for a night of good drinks, great music and charity at one of our favorite venues, Hotel Cafe, in Hollywood, California.

Hotel Cafe is a fabulous space, with a New York vibe; exposed brick, wooden bar, hardwood floors, intimate stage and great sound.  But what makes Hotel Cafe special to us, is their consistent support of independent musicians coupled with their ability to always present the best of those musicians; those who have earned their stripes, so to speak.  Tuesday’s lineup is stellar.

It will serve as Singer/Songwriter Brett Young‘s CD release party. Produced by the masterful Jay Ollero, the new music is laced with funky, groovy beats. Happy, peppy–dare I say–poppy?  It promises to be a radio friendly collection, that may well launch Brett into even greater peaks.

Fresh off their performance at NAMM, the Jason Adamo Band, will be sharing the stage and new music.  Jason by himself is always a treat; with his soulful voice and ability to entrance audiences; but with the entire band, it is sure to bring the walls down. Spoiler alert for the ladies; Shedrick Williams on drums is a sight to see and hear.  Be prepared to swoon.

I’m looking forward to native New Yorker and current San Francisco transplant, Chi McClean.  Think Neil Young meets Jack Johnson.

The evening consists of: Brett Young, Jason Adamo Band, Dylan Chambers,Donovan Lyman,Aaron Beaumont,Jay Ollero,Justin Hopkins and Didi Benami. WIth such an amazing lineup, we thought we would take the next week to introduce you  to each of this musicians.

All of the artists are donating their evening’s proceeds to The A21 Campaign, an organization committed to ending human trafficking.
To get things rolling, check out our podcast–turned ‘virtual scrapbook’, with Brett Young, who spearheaded this show and charity event.

After all these years, record labels come and go; stars rise and fall, but it’s good to know that Indie still Rocks.
 

“TNBTA® Radio: Exclusive Interview and New Music with Brett Young”

by Heather Jacks, Music Journalist

Gearing up for his new record, which will debut at the renowned Hotel Cafe on Tuesday, January 24th, we caught up with Singer/Songwriter, Brett Young for a few minutes on TNBTA® Radio.  Brett’s upcoming album, which is produced by the ultra talented Jay “Wallstreet” Ollero, promises to bring some hip/hop grooves and upbeat tempos to the work.  The album release celebration, is also  a benefit for The A 21 Campaign, an organization devoted to aiding and assisting the victims of human trafficking; as well as working  towards the end of this crime.

Opening for Brett and fresh off their appearance at NAMM, will be The Jason Adamo Band, from Raleigh, North Carolina.
 

To catch the whole interview go to:

http://thenoisebeneaththeapple.com/2011/12/26/artist-spotlight-subway-musicians-buskers/tnbta-radio-exclusive-interview-and-new-music-with-brett-young/
 

The performer from Westminster turned to music after an injury dashed his hopes of a sports career.

By ROBERT KINSLER / Special to the Register

A few years ago, Brett Young was a promising pitcher at Fresno State whose future seemed to be that of a hurler headed for a career in the big leagues.

After a serious elbow injury put an end to his goal of being a professional athlete, he had time to rediscover his love of music and has since emerged as one of Orange County's most promising singer-songwriters.

BRETT YOUNG: The singer-songwriter began performing while he was a student at Calvary Chapel High School in Costa Mesa.

Young's self-titled debut, released in 2007, boasts an array of authentic and heartfelt songs that effortlessly mix together rock, blues, folk and soul in a way that recalls the artful approach of genre-blending heroes as Gavin DeGraw, John Mayer and Tyrone Wells.

"The only way to have longevity is to have good songs," Young said this week. "John Mayer will be around forever, like the Eagles and Eric Clapton. It's your songs."

Increasingly, discerning listeners are getting the chance to hear those songs. On Aug. 10, Young performed on an outstanding bill with Tyler Hilton, Terra Naomi, Kelley James, John West and several other artists as part of the sold-out 3 Hour Tour IV, an afternoon concert event staged on a yacht cruising through Newport Harbor.

The unique setting allowed Young to perform with many of the other performers, including Caitlin Crosby.

"It was cool," Young said of the chance to appear in front of so many music lovers in Newport Beach. "Caitlin Crosby and I were able to do one of our songs we wrote together. At the end, we (all of the musicians) did a Bob Marley song and even a Journey song."

The Westminster resident's introduction to a musical career began in the late 1990s when he was attending Calvary Chapel High School in Costa Mesa.

"I started helping the worship leader on Friday mornings," explained Young, noting his initial participation was simply playing some guitar. However, one week he was told that the leader of the band was going to be gone one Friday and he would have to lead hundreds of students in song.

"At that point, I had never sung in front of anyone. He tossed me into the fire and it didn't go half-bad."

However, while Young enjoyed singing and playing guitar, baseball seemed to loom large in his future. During his senior year, Young helped lead his high school squad to a 28-1 record and a CIF championship, going 15-0 with a 0.90 ERA and 130 strikeouts that year.

"I was playing college baseball, injured my elbow and was not able to pitch anymore," Young recalled. "Actually, Gavin DeGraw is the reason I started playing music again. I heard his first album (2004's 'Chariot') and said 'I could do this.' I followed him around and saw him 12 times. He is such a great performer and good singer."

Young is a fan of many of the artists whose styles draw natural comparisons with his own, but his sound - and songs - are clearly his own. Tracks such as the emotionally-charged "Define Me," alt country-tinged "Fly" and chiming "I'm the One You Need" strike with plenty of authenticity.

"In terms of themes, (it's usually) sadness and heartbreak. When you go through something difficult, it's much easier to write about it," Young said.

"I have to be inspired to write a song."

Young says one of the reasons he enjoys playing at intimate venues such as the Hotel Caf? in Los Angeles, Plush Caf? in Fullerton and as part of the recent 3 Hour Tour music cruise is the opportunity for him to make a strong connection with fans who love music.

"I'm very approachable and want to meet everybody."

Information: www.MySpace.com/BrettYoungsMusic.

Contact the writer: rockwrite@yahoo.com