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"Record Label Write Up"

"Zach's an old soul for sure. I think you're going to enjoy watching his craft develop over the coming years. "Hotel Cities" is a great snapshot of a young songwriter trying on his influences for size, and looking for his own voice. It's rare that one gets to witness this kind of journey from the start, and this CD is a helluva first volley." - Jon Nolan


"Hippo Press Feature"

Although most of his graduating classmates might not dig country rock, Zach Tremblay is one young and eager musician who doesn’t mind being called a little bit country.

“Actually, I don’t even really know what’s considered country these days. Musically, I’ve never really tried to fit into a certain mold,” Tremblay said. “It could be considered country rock to some people, if that’s as country as you get. I do listen to a lot of stuff like Drive By Truckers and a lot of those country rock guys.”

A solo singer and songwriter, Tremblay was fortunate to get picked up by Jon Nolan’s independent label, Milltown Recording Company. Nolan is known in greater New England as an accomplished singer and songwriter. Shortly after finishing high school, Tremblay found himself working with Nolan, who helped him polish his songs.

Taking the best 10 tracks, out of about 50, Nolan produced Tremblay’s first full-length, Hotel Cities. With Tremblay playing guitar and singing, Nolan sat down on the drums and Dave Hunter added the lead electric guitar parts.

“It’s pretty much straightforward folk and rock but I don’t think it’s strictly folk and I don’t think it’s strictly rock. It’s sort of like a mish-mash. ‘Americana’ gives it kind of a nice blanket. We come up with hooks like any other rock or pop song. But we’re not trying to make anything revolutionary,” Tremblay said.

The majority of Tremblay’s shows are done in the solo singer-songwriter fashion. Guest musician Gary Partridge supplies mandolin and lap steel. When available, vocalist Lauren Hill adds harmonies.

“With Jon producing the record, he turned a lot of the songs into rock tunes, adding the drums and electric and all that. A lot of the tunes were originally written to be solo folk songs. ...We cut the drums and my tracks together, then Dave came in with the electric over-dub. It just brought the whole album together,” Tremblay said.

Currently looking to get a full band together, Tremblay has no problem with continuing as a solo musician for now.

“It’s a lot more fun to play with a band but I’m really trying to find a balance where I can write both solo tunes, like the ballads, and still have the rock songs. I’ve heard both sides from people, that it sounds really good with a band but also that they like to hear just the song,” Tremblay said.

On Thursday, Oct. 11, Tremblay will be featured on “Live and Local,” a segment of the University of New Hampshire’s radio station (WUNH).
- E. Febre/Hippo Press


"Avant Coast Music Review"

"The ability to tell a story; that’s what sets apart the gifted singer/songwriter from a guy with a guitar. Zach Tremblay is a story teller. He possesses lyrical sensibilities firmly based in the Kerouac style, but with a fresh perspective. His voice, simultaneously raspy, yet tender, is the perfect compliment to his writing style. Weaving glimpses of intricate lives into three-minute doses, Zach’s lyrics leave you feeling as if you know the people he’s just sung about. You know where they live. You know their favorite pizza. You know their experiences because they have become your friend. That is Zach's gift to the listener. Zach Tremblay may be the most exciting singer/songwriter since Ellis Paul." - Thom Keith- Avant Coast


"WSCA Radio Review"

"Zach Tremblay, a rising artist from New Hampshire, is rejuvenating the Americana genre by staying true to himself and his music. His mesmerizing intricate melodies rival those of Ryan Adams, and often times you find yourself getting lost in the blatant passion incorporated into each and every song. As for the lyrics, there is simply no comparison. The words always flow impeccably with the rhythmic guitar creating a harmonious and soothing relationship. At the same time, his lyrics are so personal and modestly detailed that they allow you to lose yourself in thought every time you hear them. All of these attributes are products of Zach's natural talent, and combined give him the potential to leave his mark on music." - Patrick Dowd WSCA Radio


Discography

"Don't Think Too Much" - Mill Town Records (Out Spring 08')
"Hotel Cities" - Mill Town Records - 2007

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From New Hampshire. Drums and some singing and guitars. Records for Mill Town Records. Plays shows for people sometimes. Tries not to be terrible.

"Zach's an old soul for sure. I think you're going to enjoy watching his craft develop over the coming years. "Hotel Cities" is a great snapshot of a young songwriter trying on his influences for size, and looking for his own voice. It's rare that one gets to witness this kind of journey from the start, and this CD is a helluva first volley."