Bradley Cole
North Hollywood, California, United States | INDIE | AFTRA
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Press
"Cole has a gift for penning fresh arrangements and uplifting AC pop melodies...CSNY, Traveling Wilburys and the breezy feel of Jimmy Buffett can all be heard in Cole's contemporary sound."
- The Rage
"...those needing a fix of the old Cole charm can check out his new CD...a sweet, rambunctious, romantic ode to the 1960s...so retro it's groundbreaking."
- TV Guide
"Occasionally, in the vast world of music, something totally unexpected comes along that delivers such a sweet sound and soulful lyrics it becomes an instant favorite. TONITE, by Bradley Cole, lays out romantic ballads, energetic pop tunes, and there's even a nod to the blues. What makes it such easy listening is the fine voice of Mr. Cole and his guitar playing that accents the entire album. Some of the best studio musicians back up the artist with intense saxophone solos and musical punctuation that gives an added edge to the tracks." - Fifi Chao
"ALL YOUR DREAMS is a remarkable collection of original music that takes you on an honest, insightful and revealing journey through the sorted passages of life and love. The album begins with the light, upbeat, pop tune "Fallin'" about the innocent and untarnished hope of young love, followed by the title track "All Your Dreams" a mature, more desperate representation of love and desire. "Dreams" is definitely the best song on the album. It's filled with grinding guitar solos, haunting backing vocals and penetrating lyrics such as "we have nothing left to lose so tell me all your dreams, I really want to care." The series progresses to the cynically playful "More Money" with the quasi-misogynic message "she don't want you kisses brother...kisses won't buy her diamond rings." Another musical treasure on the CD is "Mary's All Right," an elegant expression of human existence, reflecting that life and love are a struggle, but through strength and resilience we continue to hope for "a brand new day." The album winds down with the carefree ditty "Back in L.A." This song captures a genuine West Coast flavor meant to be played full blast while cruisin' in the convertible down Sunset Boulevard. Ultimately, the CD comes full circle with the final cut "Another Man," a dark ballad about the fall from innocence as evidenced in the phrase "they drank his blood and spit him out, he wasn't tough enough. A thrilling roller coaster ride of uncompromising, heartfelt lyrics and just the right mixture of pop, rock and blues, this is definitely a CD to be played over and over... - Amazon.com
Discography
A Human Thing
Live Tracks
In Our Time
All Your Dreams
Tonite
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Bio
A face recognized by fans of daytime television, Brad Cole has enjoyed dual careers as an actor and musician.
Cole lived in Europe in the late 1980's where he established considerable success, both as an actor on two popular TV series, and a singer/songwriter. He returned to the United States in 1999, to join the cast of CBS's "Guiding Light." He wrote and co-produced his third studio album "In Our Time" in 2002 and embarked on a tour, appearing in numerous small acoustic venues across the country both solo and occasionally with his band.
In 2003, Cole released the EP, "Can't Live Without You." The release contains the popular song "Ten Thousand Miles Away" which enjoyed radio play on Hot AC and Top 40 stations in the U.S. He also released a live album in 2004, entitled "Live Tracks," which commemorates his 2003-2004 concert tour. Bradley most recent release is his fourth studio album, "A Human Thing," which includes the release of two singles, "Our Celebration" and "To Be Free."
Cole is currently working on music for a fifth studio album and continues to play live gigs including his Annual Rock Show for Charity to benefit the American Red Cross. This event has raised over $100,000 for the Red Cross.
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