Whole kit and kaboodle here (from Songvault.fm) ↓
As always, thanks to the players:
Guitars - Mike Breen, Keith Curtis, Doug Haywood, Tim West
Vocals - Keith Curtis, Doug Haywood, Vanessa Purdy, Juli Smith, Susan Forte-Johnson, Sue Harris
Bass - Kyle Harris, Jim Gerkin, John Agapetus
Drums - Perry Senn, Dave Rose
Percussion - William Meldrum, Perry Senn
Accordion - Deb Gessner, Tony Longoria
Mandolin - Billy Parker, Mike Breen
Fiddle - Ron Rutowski, Mike Cirillo
Piano - Kenny Poe
Pedal Steel - Ed Black
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Some say "…he ought to be a household name by now!" (Carl Scott). As his manager I aim to make that happen because I have lived and breathed the vibes of delicate "d'addario" strings played with a thin–pick on a Taylor 615ce Jumbo. After 2 decades, I finally get to sit back and listen—actually listen! to the exquisite music that came from the heart and mind of Keith Curtis. It still blows me away, in fact probably more so each day: believe it. -- Best wishes, Marla Davis
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2015, a new year to add to this songwriter's timeline of half-a-hundred songs written within a ten year span ending with the collapse of the economy. His having a full time demanding day job to support the recording of his songs, Keith could spare nothing for the most important thing a musician can do: travel to live performance venues. Therefore his songs live on through a strong internet presence among his many dedicated fans as well as occasional welcome waves of new fans and listeners. Thanks for keeping him on the charts! --Best wishes, Marla Davis (Manager)
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Nominee for Best Country Vocalist, 2008 Los Angeles Music Awards.
Winner of 2008 Lyric Writer Awards Round 2, with song Home To Dallas at (wearelistening.org)
Many awards from festivals and songwriting competitions over the years.
Ample airplay from projects spanning two decades. Mostly college stations and NPR.
Strong songwriting skills; easily crosses from one genre to another.
Seasoned, practiced, and confident performer. Works the crowd.
Professional-quality acoustic performer.
Many Thanks to my fans.
As always, thanks to the players:
Guitars - Mike Breen, Keith Curtis, Doug Haywood, Tim West
Vocals - Keith Curtis, Doug Haywood, Vanessa Purdy, Juli Smith, Susan Forte-Johnson, Sue Harris
Bass - Kyle Harris, Jim Gerkin, John Agapetus
Drums - Perry Senn, Dave Rose
Percussion - William Meldrum, Perry Senn
Accordion - Deb Gessner, Tony Longoria
Mandolin - Billy Parker, Mike Breen
Fiddle - Ron Rutowski, Mike Cirillo
Piano - Kenny Poe
Pedal Steel - Ed Black
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Treasure Trove
Whole kit and kaboodle here (from Songvault.fm) ↓
As always, thanks to the players:
Guitars - Mike Breen, Keith Curtis, Doug Haywood, Tim West Vocals - Keith Curtis, Doug Haywood, Vanessa Purdy, Juli Smith, Susan Forte-Johnson, Sue Harris Bass - Kyle Harris, Jim Gerkin, John Agapetus Drums - Perry Senn, Dave Rose Percussion - William Meldrum, Perry Senn Accordion - Deb Gessner, Tony Longoria Mandolin - Billy Parker, Mike Breen Fiddle - Ron Rutowski, Mike Cirillo Piano - Kenny Poe Pedal Steel - Ed Black
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Some say "…he ought to be a household name by now!" (Carl Scott). As his manager I aim to make that happen because I have lived and breathed the vibes of delicate "d'addario" strings played with a thin–pick on a Taylor 615ce Jumbo. After 2 decades, I finally get to sit back and listen—actually listen! to the exquisite music that came from the heart and mind of Keith Curtis. It still blows me away, in fact probably more so each day: believe it. -- Best wishes, Marla Davis
* * * 2015, a new year to add to this songwriter's timeline of half-a-hundred songs written within a ten year span ending with the collapse of the economy. His having a full time demanding day job to support the recording of his songs, Keith could spare nothing for the most important thing a musician can do: travel to live performance venues. Therefore his songs live on through a strong internet presence among his many dedicated fans as well as occasional welcome waves of new fans and listeners. Thanks for keeping him on the charts! --Best wishes, Marla Davis (Manager)
* * * Nominee for Best Country Vocalist, 2008 Los Angeles Music Awards. Winner of 2008 Lyric Writer Awards Round 2, with song Home To Dallas at (wearelistening.org) Many awards from festivals and songwriting competitions over the years.
Ample airplay from projects spanning two decades. Mostly college stations and NPR. Strong songwriting skills; easily crosses from one genre to another. Seasoned, practiced, and confident performer. Works the crowd. Professional-quality acoustic performer.
Many Thanks to my fans.
As always, thanks to the players:
Guitars - Mike Breen, Keith Curtis, Doug Haywood, Tim West Vocals - Keith Curtis, Doug Haywood, Vanessa Purdy, Juli Smith, Susan Forte-Johnson, Sue Harris Bass - Kyle Harris, Jim Gerkin, John Agapetus Drums - Perry Senn, Dave Rose Percussion - William Meldrum, Perry Senn Accordion - Deb Gessner, Tony Longoria Mandolin - Billy Parker, Mike Breen Fiddle - Ron Rutowski, Mike Cirillo Piano - Kenny Poe Pedal Steel - Ed Black
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Over and Over
"If I keep doing this I'll go blind, you know," she says, "you know what they say about doing it over and over again." She did go blind. After some number of years managing the whirlwind of song recording along with its requisite promotion, she could no longer find herself let alone find me. She blames it on the great technological shift. Pshaw, what's that all about anyway. Win 3x, a 386, a Dell T5500, an HP Pavilion—what is to figure out, it's all there right in front of her. But she says it is hard to keep up. She's made a believer out of me—now I cannot find my own self. Millions or billions of songwriters, it matters not to her. She says, "You have to believe in a product to to sell it." She does. She believes in the songs, and so did I until the day was done. I will always think 'they should have..."
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Well Now
Personally, I have no idea. I wrote the songs and a bunch of stuff happened after that. My manager, Marla Davis, probably knows, but I sure as heck don't. Big thanks to my fans and friends out there for keeping the music alive and well.
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Boatloads of Music
It has been said that Keith Curtis should be a household name after writing and producing boatloads of his music.
It has also been said that Keith is one of those artists, who will be famous posthumously.
Right about now, it looks more like option number two.
The music he has not yet written will likely remain so. Nevertheless, there are boatloads of his music out there for you to learn from, listen to, live by, or simply enjoy.
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April News Update
* * * April 19, 2010 News: In the final stages of recording a collaborative project with Doug Haywood. And, Mike Breen is adding lead guitar as we edge closer to the release of this magnificent coming together of minds and talent.
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Keith Curtis and Doug Haywood
Eight songs almost finished, and three or more coming up on the collaborative project two months in the making.
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Rolled Out "Bones"
You were asleep when we rolled the "Bones" album onto the virtual table. "Bones" is a combination of Pop, C&W, Folk, Jazz, Bluegrass, and variations of those genres. Only you know, as one of our listeners, what's in the "Bones." Fans will get the liner notes in a separate message. Top fans will get the liner notes, and the lyrics. Best wishes, Keith Curtis
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"Diamond In The Sun" Is Back On The List
Hello Fans, Friends, Potential Friends, and Potential Enemies: Just kidding about the enemies. I know I have some, but -- hey -- doesn't everybody? So, Fans and Friends, I put "Diamond In The Sun" on the song list; then, I took it back down. It did better than I thought it would. I put it back up. This time, everyone can download "Diamond In The Sun" if you wish. Take it with you wherever you go. Let the song take you with it, wherever you go. I thank each of you for the time you spend with me, here on ReverbNation. This effort is truly a team effort, and I would not be climbing the charts if it wasn't for you. My Leader Fan is OGB, Bill Barrow. He's been with me from the git-go. He has elevated many musicians from obscurity, to the levels of visibility they enjoy today, across the boundaries of the Internet. His countless hours and devotion to music is invaluable. Kudos to him, for being everywhere there's good music. In fact, each of you, as my steadfast group of supporters, have contributed to the evolution of the newest release, "Bones." "Bones" is not out for the public yet. We have a couple of things to do yet. Not too much longer, and it will slam the charts. It's my best effort to date. For those of you who signed up as fans, there are two tracks from "Bones" available for streaming: 1) "Willin'" 2) "Midnight Sky" For you, that is the least I can do for now. In addition, I have signed up for "Fan Reach." Since you and I are growing this together, I figured it was time to look you up and give you something back for the love you have shown over the years. You always have the option to opt out, of course. And if anyone feels spammed, let me know, and I'll do whatever it takes to make it stop. I like to keep my fans safe. With gratitude, Keith
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Cables and Tables
Hello fans and friends:
Somewhere in my nest of cables on the floor, there are new sounds in the making. Once in awhile, I go into my studio and tweak a song and coax its contours into shapes that please me.
Millions of us musicians are at it every day. So, when I hear back from a friend in -- say -- Sweden, or Germany, or Australia, and he says he did not know I was a musician, I know I have somehow gotten my music out of the nest of cables, and into the vast world of listeners.
When that happens, when someone comes across my music and sits in silent disbelief on the telephone as the concept sinks in, it is a gift to me.
My nest of cables is ripening with tracks ready for imminent release. The tracks incorporate scraps of ideas that just did not fit in until now.
Later this year, 2009, they will go live for digital release.
Thank you for your years of friendship and support. And may we each reach someone, somewhere, who finds something in our songs that make a difference to them.
Best wishes, Keith Curtis
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We've got a hook into the numbers now.
My manager sees the numbers go up and down. The stats and charts average out to zero, and according to ECN 101, the profit should be zero.
We define our profit in terms of acceptance of the music by the listeners. Our listeners are from all over the world. The niche for my music is small but mighty.
People who enjoy my music stick with me. They have never heard of me before, which is something my manager has heard all too often. Yet the listeners put my songs on their playlists.
It's an honor, and for now, it's our pay. Payday comes every time someone somewhere places my music on their playlist and comes back to listen again, and again.
The release show for "Fork In The Road" was interesting. There were about 75 attendees, of which 20-30 sat in the available chairs for the whole event. The rest browsed the store and dropped by the stage once in awhile.
We didn't drive anybody away, so I guess that's meaningful.
Thank you all for your dedication as fans and friends.
Best wishes, Keith Curtis
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