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"Central Oregon native Lawrence presents When You Get In, a 12-song album of original songs. The album's rich, mellow sound draws from jazz, soul, funk and blues influences and samples the je ne sais quoi magic of legends and legends in the making like Van Morrison, John Mayer and Jack Johnson." - JEFF TRAINOR, THE SOURCE
"Lawrence's songs stretched across genres, from straight jazz to the pop-rock sound that he mined for the 12 tracks on "When You Get In." Those tunes, which sound like Jack Johnson's mellow pop colored with Van Morrison's blue-eyed soul, were selected with the listener in mind. The album was recorded at Plant's home studio in Tumalo and released on his Bon Vivant Records label. And while he's just now getting to fete its release, this prolific writer is already ready for the next one." - -BEN SALMON, GO MAGAZINE
"Less cerebral, more tap-your-feet type of entertainment, the Reed Thomas Lawrence CD release party was a welcome change. Singing/songwriting Lawrence was able to keep the attention of a big audience all night on just an acoustic guitar and some rat-tat-tat pop/skat vocals. Pillows on the floor...friends taking pictures...it was the kind of entertainment that feels like home, but is still top-shelf. If Lawrence makes it big, we'll say to our friends, "Remember when we saw him that time at the Grove?" - -ELIZABETH MARINO, THE SOURCE
Lawrence’s music is engaging in large part because his versatility and keen musical perceptions lead to the creation of songs that are rich in texture and utterly captivating.” – A&R Select
- A&R Select-West Hollywood
Following up his debut CD “When You Get In” and self titled Ep, Reed is currently working on a new record with producer and engineer Franchot Tone from the critically acclaimed band, Culver City Dub Collective. Tone, who has worked with artists as diverse as Garth Brooks, Robby Kreiger(The Doors) Ozomatli, Ben Harper, The Used, Living Colour, Bone Thugs N Harmony, Houston, Jack Johnson and Goldfinger, is currently co-writing songs with Reed, weaving his influences into a cohesive new flavor.
- Rage Productions
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"When You Get In." The album was recorded at Dennis Plant's home studio in Tumalo Oregon and released on his Bon Vivant Records label. And while he's just now getting to fete its release, this prolific writer is already ready for the next one."
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Acoustic rock musician Reed Thomas Lawrence offers that rare jewel to his fans. He writes and plays music that is original and artistic but doesn’t lose a drop of pop friendliness in the process of seeking to infuse thoughtfulness and intelligence into the world of music. His vision remains uncompromised while bringing music to the masses that the masses will embrace.
Following up his debut CD “When You Get In” and self titled Ep, Reed is currently working on a new record with producer and engineer Franchot Tone from the critically acclaimed band, Culver City Dub Collective. Tone, who has worked with artists as diverse as Garth Brooks, Robby Kreiger(The Doors) Ozomatli, Ben Harper, The Used, Living Colour, Bone Thugs N Harmony, Houston, Jack Johnson and Goldfinger, is currently co-writing songs with Reed, weaving his influences into a cohesive new flavor.
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