Alan Barrington
Rock Hill, South Carolina, United States | INDIE
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Barrington’s music is “introspective, sometimes delicate work, full of personal observations and emotional sketches.” The Observer adds that “Barrington offers nicely crafted folk-pop along the lines of David Wilcox or Pierce Pettis.” - The Charlotte Observer
Alan Barrington has the ability to capture moments in time and then paint them on a canvas of notes and chords makes his new CD a great addition to any collection.
Perhaps one of the best crafted songs on an album full of great selections is "Circle of Gold". This outstanding song is filled not only with the imagery Barrington is known for, but also the tenderness and understanding of relationships. This could easily become a standard at weddings as well as a favorite with romantics everywhere.
D and M Music believe fans of folk, easy listening, and pop genres will enjoy Barrington's music.
- D and M Music
“Looking for a Novel” by masterful story-teller Alan Barrington is a heart-warming collection of bluesy modern folk tunes. One of the most striking elements of “Looking for a Novel” is the fact that its lyrics read like a best-selling novel! Tales of everyday experiences and love-searching are told in the most compelling way possible – poetic passion. What’s more, Alan Barrington’s strong, controlled, and affectionate vocals are perfect for this genre. “Better than a Week in the Country” veers to a country rock sound that is delightfully energetic and hook-ridden – showing off Alan’s diversity. “You Believed in Me” stands out as an emotion-provoking modern folk song that is spiritually enlightening. Moreover, the production of “Looking for a Novel” successfully turns these story-book tales into country hits! Fans of James Taylor and Lyle Lovett will find a new modern folk home in these delightful tunes! - Xavier P. and RadioIndy
“Looking for a Novel” by masterful story-teller Alan Barrington is a heart-warming collection of bluesy modern folk tunes. One of the most striking elements of “Looking for a Novel” is the fact that its lyrics read like a best-selling novel! Tales of everyday experiences and love-searching are told in the most compelling way possible – poetic passion. What’s more, Alan Barrington’s strong, controlled, and affectionate vocals are perfect for this genre. “Better than a Week in the Country” veers to a country rock sound that is delightfully energetic and hook-ridden – showing off Alan’s diversity. “You Believed in Me” stands out as an emotion-provoking modern folk song that is spiritually enlightening. Moreover, the production of “Looking for a Novel” successfully turns these story-book tales into country hits! Fans of James Taylor and Lyle Lovett will find a new modern folk home in these delightful tunes! - Xavier P. and RadioIndy
Discography
Alan Barrington’s debut album Good Wood is a 1998 release. Good Wood was produced by Jim Mosher and Steven Swinford. Described by Barrington as “a very guitar-centric album,” most of the arrangements on this group of songs are centered around his vocals, guitar, and his rhythm section of Kenny Walker/Roger Kohrs (bass) and Jim Mosher/Jonathon Erickson (drums). Among the guest artists are guitar Steven Swinford/Joe Gminder, piano Richard Putnam, and Jennifer Anderson/Jim Mosher/Steven Swinford with vocals. Songs on Good Wood include:
I Promise You
The House Where I Used to Live
Senorita
Good Wood
Write Bad Checks
You Prob’ly Knew
Daddy’s Back in Carolina
My Heart is Full of You
Money Game
You’ve Always Been There
Ruin My Reputation
Good to Be Loved
The River
Looking for a Novel is a 2007 release, and was produced by Steven Swinford. Musicians included on the project are Alan Barrington (vocals, & acoustic/electric guitar), Roger Kohrs (bass), Bill Scott (percussion), Tom Eure/Steven Swinford (mandolin, dobro), Steven Swinford (vocals, pedal steel, electric guitar), Stacy Swinford (vocals), David Huberman (accordion). Many tracks from this album receiving critical praise from the Suwannee SpringFest (Live Oak, FL), Minnesota Folk Festival, & MOVA Arts Festival (Guntersville, AL), and Song Door International Songwriting Competition. Songs on Looking for a Novel include:
The Bluebird Café
Looking for a Novel
Caretaker
Kitchen Technician
Circle of Gold
The Garden
Better Than a Week in The Country
No Father No Mother
Holiday
You Believed in Me
Road
Judgment Day
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Bio
. 2013 Nominated for the Charlotte Music Awards Blues Showcase.
2010 - Finalist at Song Door International Songwriting Competition.
2010 - Winner of The Charlotte Music Award Nashville Night In The Carolinas Showcase.
2007 - Finalist at Song Door International Songwriting Competition.
2006 - Finalist at Song Door International Songwriting Competition.
2005 - National Finalist at Alabama MOVA Arts Festival.
2004 - National Finalist at Minnesota Folk Festival.
2004 - National Finalist at Suwannee Spring Festivals at Live Oak Florida.
2003 - National Finalist at Suwannee Spring Festivals at Live Oak Florida.
Barrington has the ability to sing a tune and write a song that paints such a specific moment in time. This artist is sure to make his mark as a triple threat- songwriter, singer and storyteller. He also is a regular at the Charlotte Symphony Summer Pops Series.
Alan Barrington was born the 3rd youngest of four children in Lynwood California. Raised in nearby Downey California, he was nine when his father taught him how to play guitar. Due to a very turbulent home life he found himself on the streets of Los Angeles at the age of fifteen, living from house to house with a variety of friends, whose parents were kind enough to take him in until he graduated from high school. Barrington studied music in college while performing in churches and clubs to earn extra money. In his twenty's he landed a one song publishing deal with Maranatha Records for the song Old Age. It was released as a compilation LP in 1980 which also featured Richie Furay of the group Poco, Leon Patillo of Santana, and Bob Bennett. Barringtons single, Old Age, received extensive radio airplay throughout the US and Canada.
Now based in South Carolina, Barrington has brought his unique acoustic new folk and blues sound to audiences throughout the country. He has been credited with creating heartfelt and well-written songs which are sung in an immaculate voice, one which is capable of encompassing both his native West Coast and adopted East Coast southern charm.
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