Geoff Byrd is a Singer/Songwriter from Portland Oregon who is creating a huge buzz in the industry. He has just been added to 105.1 "The Buzz" in heavy rotation in Portland which has led to many Program Directors adding his single "Silver Plated" to their playlists. The Buzz's sister station WMYX-FM, Milwaukee,WI is spinning it, and it has been picked up by KRSH 95.9 FM, in Santa Rosa, CA, KINK 102 FM, Portland, OR and KESC 103.7 FM in Oklahoma. Byrd is set to play the Mark and Brian show Oct. 25th (9-10AM)and he is the headliner at the Billboard Convention on Nov. 5th at UCLA.
From having 4 songs in the top 10 at Garageband.com at once, to getting songs placed in major TV shows and movies like America's Next Top Model and MTV shows, to international radio play and major label showcases, Geoff Byrd is on a roll. He recently went to #1 with his hit single "Silver Plated" on radio wave, which tracks spins on the ENTIRE Internet. He is also getting national radio play at a dozen major FM stations around the country! Not to mentions literally hundreds of internet radio stations. One spin of his new record, "Candy Shell" and you will know why. He has a reputation for putting on amazing live shows and translating songs from the record to live application flawlessly. Buy "Candy Shell" right now and join the growing list of those who have discovered Geoff Byrd before the rest of the world does!
Geoff Byrd recently played shows with:
The Calling, Jem, Jurassic 5, John Waite, Howie Day, Los Lonely Boys in Jan at Barracuda. Owsley, Bennie Mardones, Animotion, Michael Penn, featured on the Mark and Brian show in Nov...special guests for an hour segment in the morning with the full band live in the studio. They liked it so much they replayed that hour the next day.
Geoff Byrd recently played shows at:
The House of Blues (Las Vegas), Baraccuda (Portland) 105.1 "The Buzz" sponsored show with The Calling. Dante's (Portland), The Red Devil Lounge (San Francisco) The Viper Room (LA), The Roxy (LA), The Whiskey (LA), headlined the Billboard Digital Awards Conference (UCLA), Featured musician at Music 2.0 conference (ihollywood forum), KLOS, (LA) KRSK, (Portland) KPLZ (Seattle) in studio interviews and performances. The Mark and Brian show (LA). Soon to play the Knitting Factory NY (sponsored by Budweiser, Garageband.com and Billboard magazine)
Geoff Byrd is sponsored and endorsed by:
Elixir Strings, Conrad Amplifiers (handmade by Conrad Sundholm, creator of Sunn Amplifiers and Sundholm Acoustics), Garageband.com, (digital distribution with MSN) MSN.com (2 year exclusive deal, music.msn.com), Live 365 sponsorship, The Grammy Foundation (national spokesperson for the "Grammy in the Schools Program")
Geoff Byrd has appeared in:
Radio and Records (feature article), The Cover of Billboard Magazine (Nov. 20th issue), West Coast Performer, Goldmine Magazine, Music Connection, MTV news, Forbes, MSN News, CNN, The Oregonian, Willamatte Week, The Portland Mercury, The LA Independent, The LA Daily News, CNET News, Garageband.com front page, CDBaby, front page, Starpolish.com (front page), MSN.com (front page feature with picture 20 million hits), Yahoo news (feature story), All Access Music ("Silver Plated" pick hit by Alisa Hashimoto/KPLZ), Amazon.com, Recently signed with booking agent C.A.A (Jon Pleeter)
TV Shows that have featured Geoff Byrd performing live and/or Geoff Byrd's music:
Channel 8 KGW (prime time show "Gimme The Mike"....grand prize winner, 2004 Chevy Trailblazer), AM Northwest KATU Channel 2, KGW, Channel 8 news, PDXPosed (CNW, Channel 14, Comcast), Cable entertainment show (Orange County), America's Next Top Model (Twice featured "Elusive Butterfly"), ESPN 2's "Offshore Adventures (Two songs "I'm In Love" and "Tale of the Rain and the Moon," MTV's "America or Busted" ("I'm In Love"), Toddworld TLC/Discovery, BBC, ABC Australia, 2 full songs written by the folks that wrote the music for Kim-Possible and sung by Geoff Byrd, "Friend is a Friend" and "The Right Thing"...Smokey Robinson sang the title track on the sound-track. Both of these songs will be on the sound-track as well. Featured in "The Originals Tour" TV pilot.
"Geoff is a star on the rise. He's talented, hardworking and his extraordinary vocal range delivers a fine mix of funk and soul." ~Tamara Allegra Conniff/Executive Editor/Billboard~
"Geoff's sound is exactly what this format needs! Fresh, unique and most of all, memorable. Geoff Byrd is the next superstar at the Hot A/C format!"
-Dan Persigehl
Program Director
"KRSK 105.1 The Buzz" ~Portland.
"Geoff has everything going for him. He's got immense talent, good looks, a superstar personality and most important of all for us radio folks, a great song, "Silver Plated." It's a perfect fit for Hot AC. I'm sold on Geoff Byrd! ~ Alisa Hashimoto, Music Director, KPLZ ~ Seattle.
"We all listened to the song and it is one of the best to come out of the Northwest in a long time! Best of success!" -Kent Phillips, Program Director KPLZ, Seattle.
"I JUST LISTENED TO THE NEW GEOFF BYRD CD, AND I THINK HE IS THE BEST NEW SINGER SONGWRITER I HAVE HEARD IN A LONG TIME!!!"
-RUSS REGAN, (former president of Motown Records, signed Elton John, named the Beach Boys, responsible for over 1 BILLION records sold and countless hits!)
"Geoff Byrd is truly a breath of fresh air but at the same time reminiscent of the glory days of the best pop and soul. He covers the entire spectrum of what it takes to be a great artist - infectious melodies, pop in it's finest and most basic form, vocal deliveries from the heart, and a tornado of soul especially when seen live. Geoff was an
absolute Star!"
-Jon Pleeter, CAA (THE Booking agency that books Maroon 5 and many of the TOP acts in the world)
"From the moment this tall, lanky lead singer opened his mouth and started to sing, I knew he was a "hit waiting to happen"...any lead singer that can stop me in my tracks when I'm headin' out the door has gotta have some serious 'magic' that borders on 'spooky'...which is exactly what you need to get to the top of the mountain that "is" rock n roll"
-Benny Mardones, (singer/songwriter, hit song, "into the night," 6 million records sold)
"GarageBand.com receives daily submissions from 120,000 bands, and every song gets rated by randomly-assigned members from our community of 450,000 listeners. Out of hundreds of thousands of songs, a few good songs rise up the charts because hundreds of listeners have consistently
given them high ratings. It's rare that GarageBand.com sees an artist with such outstanding ratings as Geoff Byrd. Out of a deluge of submissions by hundreds of thousands of musicians, Geoff's music has consistently risen to the top because hundreds of randomly-assigned GarageBand.com listeners have consistenly given it high ratings. Geoff Byrd has not just one, but three songs in the top 10 of GarageBand.com's "Pop" or "Pop/Rock" charts, an exceptional accomplishment for any artist."
- Ali Partovi, CEO, GarageBand.com
"Byrd has a genuine gift for melody. Byrd comes with impeccable influences (Beatles, Elvis Costello, Bee Gees, Prince and Al Green), which helps to explain his tuneful songwriting. It doesn't hurt that Byrd has a fine band backing him. Steve Sundholm's crisp but never-too-slick production showcases these tight, pop-rock confections to their greatest advantage. Byrd seems very much his own man, one who excels in the kind of tuneful pop-rock songs that would be Top 40 material in a better world."
-Goldmine Magazine
"We're really picky about what goes on the front page. We get about 75 new albums a day coming in here now, (about 30,000 total), and yours is one of the best I've ever heard."
-Derek Sivers, CDBaby President/CEO.
"One of my favorite artists."
-Bill Wadhams, (Animotion, hit single "Obsession")
"Soulful pop songs from an up-and-coming singer who has earned comparisons to John Mayer. Based on his melodic falsetto alone, we can say this may not be enough of a compliment"
-The Oregonian
"Geoff Byrd is one BIG-sounding indie artist, complete with quality songwriting and impressive vocals. He has a sound any Major Label would be proud to market."
-Paul Loggins (CEO, Loggins Promotion / Editor-Publisher, New Music Weekly)
"Geoff Byrd is the real deal. "He is Elton John, the Beatles and the Bee Gees all wrapped up into one charismatic package. He will soon be his own institution in this business mark my words!"
-Norman Ratner, (#1 Hit Producer, Co-Founder of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, millions of records sold).
"I once heard that Rivers Cuomo from Weezer carries around a three-ring binder full of spreadsheets and diagrams - dissections of songs - which he studies in an effort to uncover the formula for the perfect pop song. I get
the feeling that Portland's Geoff Byrd may have gotten his hands on this binder and added the crucial missing ingredient that Rivers Cuomo will probably always be too off-beat to ever provide - mass accessibility. The
pop purity is flawless and the production and performances are top-notch. Including a cover of the bee gee's "How Deep Is Your Love", "Candy Shell" is eleven perfectly crafted tunes, smoothly sung and undeniably radio friendly. All this release needs is a little marketing money and Carson Daly's televised approval. In fact, if these songs aren't all over the radio within six months, someone somewhere did something horribly wrong. Mark my words."
-Pomn.com
"Geoff Byrd is a Class act! Music that finds a friendly ear appealing to all generations. Geoff's lyrics are unforgettable, his music is unstoppable, his style: timeless. Geoff's music is time passages of his life experiences that we all can relate to. His music is refreshing, unique and instantly liked! We are extremely picky about who we play on our radio station. Without a second thought and within a blink of an eye, we knew Geoff Byrd had to played daily on our station. His CD Candy Shell is a must have for any music lover. Soon, you too will be singing every word of every song. It's that GOOD!"
-Doug "Dougo" Sims
Manager/On-air Personality/host of Rising Star
103.7 KESC, The 100,000 watt GIANT ~Oklahoma
"A solo performer with expert backup and producer (Steve Sundholm), Byrd has a terrific pop voice that's well suited to his material, which aims for
mainstream radio. "Silver Plated" is a straightforward, mid-tempo cut that's flawlessly mounted. "Elusive Butterfly" shows Byrd's voice can easily take flight when necessary."
-Music Connection
"Appropriately described as John Mayer with more conviction and a heck of a lot more guts, or perhaps Coldplay on too much caffeine. This album doesn't beat around the bush when it comes to instantly grabbing, mind-filling pop rock with a three dimensional presence to encompass both light and dark. While the production and texturing sparkles, this isn't your overly-glossed pop candy; it comes with many tastes and satisfies a full palate...first sweet, then buttery with body and finally goes down with a creamy satisfaction. Definitely a mood lifter!"
-CDBaby
"The right measures of pure talent, hard work and confidence have given Geoff Byrd & "Candy Shell" an appointment with destiny and he will not be denied. The music is completely engaging & friendly and they make one
believe that it's all so easy. Geoff Byrd's lyrics never waste a word and his vocal deliveries are always in sync with the superb artists playing with him."
-Clickspin.com
"Geoff Byrd is Absolutely amazing! He is one of the best vocalists I have ever heard and an exceptional songwriter. And wait until you see this guy live! Wow! Honestly, they don't make them like this anymore. He is a star. Period."
-Steve Sundholm, producer, mastering credits, (Cher, Celine Dion, Producer: Jonah, Rick Bain).
"Geoff Byrd (and his stalwart backing band) are destined for very big things. His songs are memorable; the arrangements are tight as a drum. Geoff is an evocative vocalist gifted with a facile instrument, availed of a
remarkable vocal range and depth of emotion. Success seems not so much a possibility for this talented young man, as a certainty."
-Two Louies Magazine
"Not many ballads make it into the rotation of Popbang Radio, mainly because power pop means energy! But in this case, Geoff Byrd has made an exceptional ballad reminiscent of the best stuff by Eric Carmen, Kyle Vincent and ELO. Wonderfly sung and perfectly produced, "Frozen" is just one of many strong tracks on the excellent "Candy Shell". Do not let this artist slip by your ears."
-Popbang.com
"Imagine a mix between Jellyfish, a young and horny Elton John and Ben Folds and you're there... and what a voice he has! Melodic madness... I just love
it. A big bravo to Geoff, splendid work!"
-Melodic.net
"Geoff Byrd has real talent, I get in 200 tapes a day and this guy stuck out immediately, he needs to be all over the radio...great songwriting and great vocals!"
-David Moody, (multiple Grammy Award winning producer).
"Geoff Byrd is incredible... he's an unscratched multi-million dollar lottery ticket... one of the best songwriters/singers/producers I've heard, and he's also a great guy. 3 million sold in the next year. Remember who
said it first!"
-Ced Moore - CEO American Skye Records/Aspen Agency, record
producer/songwriter (Usher, 2pac, 112, Nivea) {Over 15 million records sold}
"One of the most talented singer/songwriters I have heard! I mean this guy is a star!"
-Phil Ehart, founding member of Kansas, (30 million records sold)
"If good looks and a little bit of talent are all you need to make it big in pop music, then Portland recording artist Geoff Byrd is one step away from his own platinum paradise. Standing well over six feet tall, with chiseled good looks and a face that screams both boy next door and rebel without a cause, Byrd is a looker, but like his debut record Candy Shell, there's a lot more substance inside this indie rocker once you make your way passed the sugary sweet exterior. He's zealous, warm and sincere - rarities in the often fake and fickle world of the music industry." ~LA Independent ~
"Geoff's got a great sound and if there's more where that came from, he's more than likely to be one of 2005's Newest Star's!" ~James Baker Music Director, KIOI/STAR 1013 San Francisco
"I have to admit -- I LOVE this guy!!!!!!! What's his name again?? My God, he is going to be HUGE!!!!!!!!!!!! What a voice - expressive, sexy, elastic -- I could go on and on. I dragged my husband Ben in to hear this and he said, 'Who the hell is that!?' and "who is writing these great songs and getting these great people" ~Producer, "Toddworld" The Learning Channel~
"Geoff Byrd is the first pop star truly born on the internet! 472,600 Internet listeners can't be wrong!" ~Garageband.com~
"Local guitar popper Geoff Byrd sings elegantly and in key over catchy pop-rock jams, backed by an extraordinarily tight band!"
~Willamatte Week~
"One of my favorite artists." ~Bill Wadhams, (Animotion, hit single "Obsession")~
"Geoff Byrd is a Goldmine! And the band is tighter than a condom!"
-Isaac Hayes
"One independent artist who seems to be making headway on his own is Portland, OR singer/songwriter Geoff Byrd. Labels are knocking, and the buzz is spreading through the radio community. Sheryl Stewart, music director at KRSK, "The Buzz" in Portland, OR explains: 'we suggested that Geoff add more guitars to "Silver Plated" and the next day, we had a new mix in our hands. We put it on the air, and it instantly became one of our most requested songs. We've since had Geoff open up for The Calling at our Cheap Date show. He and his band are on par with any national band out there!"
~Radio and Records~
"I guarantee this is the last time you'll ever have the opportunity to see Geoff Byrd playing such a small venue for New Year's Eve because all signs point to stardom for this local darling. His wildly successful CD "Candy Shell" is already getting national airplay, and Geoff is garnering magazine covers and lucrative record deals. See him while he's still small and say you knew him when!"
-The Oregonian
-Check this video out. This is live footage of a Geoff Byrd acoustic show and interview at Radio and Records (R&R) in Los Angeles. Take a look by clicking here and then click on the quicktime logo (the third one down)...this turned out well; it's worth checking out: http://epk.radioandrecords.com/geoffbyrd/silverplated_111504/main.asp
Geoff Byrd was recently on the Cover of Billboard (Nov.20th) and Radio and Records twice in Jan. (Jan. 7th and 21st as a two part cover story)...as well as a guest on syndicated radio show: The Mark and Brian show. He also went to #1 on the entire Internet with his hit song "Silver Plated" #2 was Vertigo by U2. "Silver Plated" had more spins than any other song in the world in December as tracked by Radio Wave Monitor. Geoff Byrd is soon to be a guest on Good Morning America.
FOR A FULL LIST OF SHOWS: go to www.geoffbyrd.com and click on "shows." For more news go to the website and click on "news." It's fully updated. Cheers!
Check out the artist's website:
http://www.geoffbyrd.comTrack List:
1. Silver Plated
2. I'm In Love
3. I Will Be There
4. Elusive Butterfly
5. How Deep is Your Love
6. Versus the World
7. Tale of the Rain and the Moon
8. Will You
9. Wait for Me
10. Frozen
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