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I saw this video on ATT Uverse "OnDemand" last night. This is an excellent groove tune for the summer.
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AMG Review of So Much More
Alex Henderson
All Music GuideOccasionally, one comes across a male vocalist who has a very female style of singing and actually sounds like he could be a woman -- and that can be an artistic plus. It has certainly worked well for Jimmy Scott, one of the finest male jazz vocalists of all time. And having a female-sounding voice is also a positive for singer/songwriter Brett Dennen, whose So Much More demonstrates that he shares Scott's strong appreciation of Billie Holiday. But unlike Scott, Dennen is not a jazz singer; his turf is folk-rock, and Tracy Chapman is as strong an influence -- or an even stronger influence -- than Lady Day. The Holiday influence asserts itself in his vocal phrasing but not stylistically or genre-wise; Chapman, however, has influenced Dennen's songwriting in addition to influencing his soulful phrasing. The feminine quality that Dennen brings to his introspective, sometimes melancholy performances doesn't mean that he is devoid of male influences; discerning listeners will also hear traces of Bob Dylan and Dave Matthews in his material (Dennen clearly shares Matthews' appreciation of African pop). And none of these influences -- either female or male -- are people Dennen goes out of his way to emulate; it's clear that Dennen is his own person whether he is reflecting on romantic matters or sociopolitical concerns. Gratefully, Dennen avoids being preachy on his more sociopolitical lyrics; his approach is understated and subtle, and he doesn't come across as someone who is getting on a soapbox and beating listeners over the head with his beliefs. So Much More isn't quite as consistent as it could have been -- some of the tracks are excellent, others not as memorable -- but overall, this 2006 release shows Dennen to be an intriguing and expressive part of folk-rock.
Brett Dennen at Coachella Concert Live Video
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The thing about this kid's music - is I have heard it before. I heard it in Bob Dylan, in Harvest, in Bread and in many other artists....the difference here is - 20 years from now - on a note on this blog...someone will write a note like mine...and he will be the first name listed as something someone heard once. This is classic music - knows no time, no shelter...and yet...will ride the hear...
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Brett Dennen: A Man of Truth
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At 26 years old and 6'5", with thick crimson hair tangled in a bandanna, bare feet, freckled skin and a cabbage patch face, Brett Dennen renders a kind of honesty often lost among the "fake faces" of today's youth. Compared to legends like Bob Dylan and Paul Simon, his music is familiar and his lyrics are real. He is a man of truth, a testament to a frustrated generation seeking a social "revol...
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So Much More
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http://www.myspace.com/brettdennenDennen's MySpace Page. Check it out. And the Daily OM Music Review is provided below.April 11, 2007So Much MoreBrett Dennen 2006"West Coast folk musician Brett Dennen boasts a fair, youthful face, but his voice seems to speak for wide experience. Both old and young, man and woman, Dennen's is the rare voice that can't be pinned down. He sings golden folk-pop ...
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There Is So Much More ...
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_"Music fills the space between the guillotines and the prophecies."_ Brett Dennen | So Much More I could not believe how captivating Brett Dennen was when I saw him at the Independent last month. I mean, the kid has the look of a barefoot, overgrown Cabbage Patch Kid and sings about both love lost and our pathetic government, yet there were 70% screaming girls in the audience. How is that? ...
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There Is So Much More ...
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_"Music fills the space between the guillotines and the prophecies."_ Brett Dennen | So Much More I could not believe how captivating Brett Dennen was when I saw him at the Independent last month. I mean, the kid has the look of a barefoot, overgrown Cabbage Patch Kid and sings about both love lost and our pathetic government, yet there were 70% screaming girls in the audience. How is that? ...
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It's official, Brett Dennen needs a hair cut. Trust me on this one Brett; cutting your hair would be good for your career. You already have slightly awkward facial tics while you're playing {think John Mayer's classic grimaces} and while your long hair oft strays in front of these moments it's not helping as much as you might think. Consider this an open and honest letter Mr. Dennen. I'm ab...
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It's official, Brett Dennen needs a hair cut. Trust me on this one Brett; cutting your hair would be good for your career. You already have slightly awkward facial tics while you're playing {think John Mayer's classic grimaces} and while your long hair oft strays in front of these moments it's not helping as much as you might think. Consider this an open and honest letter Mr. Dennen. I'm ab...
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http://www.myspace.com/brettdennenDennen's MySpace Page. Check it out. And the Daily OM Music Review is provided below.April 11, 2007So Much MoreBrett Dennen 2006"West Coast folk musician Brett Dennen boasts a fair, youthful face, but his voice seems to speak for wide experience. Both old and young, man and woman, Dennen's is the rare voice that can't be pinned down. He sings golden folk-pop ...
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Brett Dennen- Trying way too hard.
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I was recently introduced to Brett Dennen through a friend, she showed me Dennen's "Ain't no Reason", and I told her that I hadn't heard a song with dumber lyrics since Lil' John. I mean, read this, the first part of his song. It doesn't make any sense at all!"There aint no reason things are this wayIts how they always been and it tends to stayI can't explain why we live this way, we do it ever...
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Brett Dennen at Coachella Concert Live Video
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I saw this video on ATT Uverse "OnDemand" last night. This is an excellent groove tune for the summer.
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Brent Dennen - When I arrived in my old set of clothes...
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...Darlin' do not fear what you don't really know.Brent Dennen's sweet lyrics are perfect to memorize, and sing along to. I've never seen him play live, but I hope to catch him at the Cat's Cradle next Wed in Carrboro, NC. I'll add my impressions from that show to this post if I end up going.Here's another mp3 I found with Seeqpod if Mog let's me include this HTML. seeqpod.com is a great pla...
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There Is So Much More ...
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_"Music fills the space between the guillotines and the prophecies."_ Brett Dennen | So Much More I could not believe how captivating Brett Dennen was when I saw him at the Independent last month. I mean, the kid has the look of a barefoot, overgrown Cabbage Patch Kid and sings about both love lost and our pathetic government, yet there were 70% screaming girls in the audience. How is that? ...
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There Is So Much More ...
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_"Music fills the space between the guillotines and the prophecies."_ Brett Dennen | So Much More I could not believe how captivating Brett Dennen was when I saw him at the Independent last month. I mean, the kid has the look of a barefoot, overgrown Cabbage Patch Kid and sings about both love lost and our pathetic government, yet there were 70% screaming girls in the audience. How is that? ...
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Brett Dennen: A Man of Truth
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Devotees dance among the pantomime on the promenade
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Well the witches stare with their limbs akimboSilhouettes of statues up in the windowCall me to come here with a crooked crescendoBut I don'tDevotees dance among the pantomime on the promenadeInto a tabernacle on the lawnBut I don't followBecause she's mine, she's mine, she's mine, all mineYeah she's mine, mine, mine, mmmMidnight moved across the people's parkAnd I fled the fire like a spinning...
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New Album and Tour Oct 21st!
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(embedded video) This will be my 3rd time to see Brett here, can't wait to hear his new material. I posted "Make You Crazy" his new single last time. I noticed going back in the MOG archives that there is no video post of this one. Very timely message...Enjoy!Brett Dennen "Ain't No Reason"Uploaded by DowntownMusic
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Captured My Attention: Great Music
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Say Xavier Rudd and Brett at the Aladdin this year, went back for more when Brett did his own gig a couple of months again downtown. Love this vocals. The concert wasn't as good because the band overplayed his vocals.. but enjoy this one on here. Is there really any reason?
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Brett Dennen at the El Ray
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I saw Brett Dennen tonight at the El Ray Theater. Dennen lives here in LA, and he was pretty awesome! I recommend seeing him if you get the chance. At the very least, check out some of his music. Tonight, he had a band with a guy who could get sounds that I've never heard before out of a normal guitar. You should have seen some of the ways he played that thing!I've got tickets to see Jet at the...
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The thing about this kid's music - is I have heard it before. I heard it in Bob Dylan, in Harvest, in Bread and in many other artists....the difference here is - 20 years from now - on a note on this blog...someone will write a note like mine...and he will be the first name listed as something someone heard once. This is classic music - knows no time, no shelter...and yet...will ride the hear...
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