LOS ANGELES (Top40 Charts/ Chasen PR Company) - here! Tunes, the music division of America's premium gay television network here! Networks, is pleased to announce their debut album from Stewart Lewis. Stewart is the first recording artist signed to the label. The highly anticipated CD, in formation, is slated to hit the market in early June.
Stewart makes his home in New York City where the eclectic city inspires and energizes his work. The result is a refreshing blend of cool, folk melodies and poignant lyrics that evoke the memories of great singer/songwriters who paved the way for such honest music. Stewart's music, while influenced by popular artists such as David Gray, Train and Matt Nathanson, offers a unique lyrical experience with heartfelt reflections on our culture from an Out artist's perspective.
His new album, in formation, features 10 original recordings. Advanced listening has already garnished excitement; especially over stand out tracks This Town, with its biting social commentary, the wistful ballad Come Closer, as well as the high-energy, catchy first single Not A Love Song. The album will be available via all major digital outlets including: iTunes, Amazon, Napster, Rhapsody, Yahoo, and Snocap as of Tuesday, June 10th.
His soulful mix of pop and folk earned him opportunities to open for such esteemed artists as: Sheryl Crow, Ani DiFranco, Shawn Colvin, Paula Cole, Roseanne Cash, and Patty Larkin. Stewart's songs have also been featured in numerous movies and television shows, including the recent here! indie hit film, Shelter. Mainstream America has also embraced his songs on popular programming such as CBS' Ghost Whisperer, MTV's Laguna Beach, Joan of Arcadia, Dawson's Creek, Biggest Loser, and the 20th Century Fox major motion picture Firehouse Dog.
here! Tunes executive Brian Goldman notes that 'in an industry which mass produces homogenized so-called hits, Stewart's songs are set apart by his ability to share his stories in a way that resonates with any listener. He is writing songs that actually mean something to him, and that translates into them meaning something to the listeners. Aside from being a talented musician and lyricist, it was the conviction in his singing that sealed the deal. After seeing him perform live it's impossible to deny, he is an artist whose voice will be very important.'
Insiders are buzzing about Stewart's upcoming CD Release Party in Los Angeles on Thursday, June 5th at The world Famous House of Blues on Sunset Boulevard @ 7pm. Out Magazine will sponsor the event.
Along with his upcoming here! Tunes release, in formation, Stewart's second novel, Relative Stranger, with gay literature publishers, Alyson Books, is also slated for a summer release.
For more information on here! Tunes artist Stewart Lewis, including upcoming tour dates please visit his Myspace page @: www.myspace.com/stewartlewis
About here! Tunes
here! Tunes is a full service music publishing company and virtual record label which provides music to all of the here! projects as well as to filmmakers outside of here!. here! is currently accepting submissions from bands and musicians to become part of the here! Tunes family. As here!'s programming ranges from political talk shows to detective series to soap opera-like gothic horror shows, the network's need for music is wide and varied. All talented and emerging artists are encouraged to submit their music for review.
