Music:
Member Since: 4/22/2005
Band Website: hansyork.com
Band Members:
Hans is a 2008 Kerrville New Folk Winner:)
Produced by:
Hans York & Phil Cohen
Young Amelia
Official release
2008
Featuring:
Jon Hamar, Chris Stromquist, Eva Scow, Dusty Brough, Myra Joy, Elizabeth!,
Dan Tyack, Kym Tuvim, Larry Murante, James Hurley.
Recorded by:
David Lange at David Lange Studios, Fife, WA (October 8th/9th)
Mell Dettmer at Aleph Studio, Seattle, WA (November 6th-9th)
Mixed by:
Mell Dettmer at Aleph Studio, Seattle, WA (November 12th-16th)
Mastered by:
Rick Fishser at RFI Mastering, Seattle, WA (November 19th)
Original painting by:
Ann Fiser, Ann Fiser Artstudio, Kirkland, WA
Young Amelia is a low-key gem showcasing York’s impressive acoustic guitar playing, appealing tenor and strong songwriting skills. His approach to the guitar blends jazz, folk and Classical European styles into a sound that’s both familiar and unique. Self-produced and recorded live in the studio in a mere two and a half days with the help of some talented friends (credits below), Young Amelia shows off York’s distinctive guitar sound, full of rhythmic and melodic flourishes that impress without overwhelming the songs. York favors open tunings, which give his playing an expansive feel, marked by full, round notes and chiming overtones.
Young Amelia takes you on a subtle journey to explore the hidden recesses of the human heart with outstanding musicianship and deep compassion. The set includes “Tell Me Why,†a jazzy, Brazilian flavored tune marked by York’s impressive fretwork; the classic swing of “Invocation,†which will be the album’s first single, where York drops a bit of tongue twisting vocalese worthy of Jon Hendricks into the mix, and the gently rowdy ragtime of “Never Been in Love,†a tongue in cheek celebration of life after a failed relationship. Other standout tracks include “Young Amelia,†a ballad full of melancholic poetry that investigates the heartbreaking tension between love and loss, youth and old age; “Snow,†a tune with a circular guitar melody that suggests swirling snowflakes; the elegant, measured ballad “Inner Windows;†the newgrass bounce of “Lifeline,†and “Letting Go,†a hushed meditation on the death of a parent with one of York’s most poignant vocals. York will be touring extensively to support Young Amelia, impressing audiences with his remarkable musicianship and low-key charisma.
As much as I can with:)
Jon Hamar on upright bass Myra Chaney ..o, Dusty Brough on guitar,
Chris Stromquist , percussion , Eva Scow on Mandolin & Fiddle, Elizabeth! on trombone & voice, Dan Tyack , pedal Steel, dobro, Kym Tuvim , vocals, Larry Murante , vocals, and James Hurley , vocals
Join the Mailing List
Enter your name and email address below:
Name:
Email:
Subscribe
Unsubscribe
Help Support Me!
You can grab the code below to display a banner on your page. Please let me know so I can properly thank you!
Influences: Oh my --- Joni Mitchell, Steely Dan, Tim Buckley, Peter Gabriel, The Beatles, Milton Nascimento, Nick Drake, Feist, Santana, Led Zeppelin, Genesis, Pat Metheney, Miles Davis, Bill Evans, Debussy, Darius Milhaud, Chopin, Bach, Zero 7, Mc Solar, Lenine, Ivan Lins, Janis Ian, Kate Wolf, Bob Dylan, Elliott Smith, Bob Schneider, Tori Amos, Ani Di Franco, Teitur, Radiohead, Kraftwerk, Tom Harrell, Eminem, Tupac, Incubus, Väsen, Bazar Bla, Asita Hamidi, Take 5, Bulgarian Rhythms, Indian Music, Muddy Waters, Sting, Doors, Songs, John Coltrane .... Not to forget Neil Young, Paul Simon, Ricky Lee Jones, Earth Wind & Fire, Chicago, Tower of Power, Cameo, Al Jarreau, John Lennon, Eric Clapton, Propellerhead, Kings of Convinience, and many others
Sounds Like: Hans York, Paul Simon, Nick Drake, Kenny Rankin, Teitur, Joni Mitchell, Lenine, Rufus Wainwright, Milton Nascimento, Michael Franks, Sting
Download Hans York's music from iTunes
HANS YORK: Young Amelia
It’s the sound of simplicity and brilliance. With “Young Amelia†Seattle-based Award winning Singer Songwriter Hans York takes acoustic music to new heights. A sense of intimacy permeates each song as the listener is invited to travel an eloquent and emotional landscape ranging from playful to profound.
HANS YORK: Inside Out
The English debut solo album by Award winning, National touring Singer-Songwriter Hans York. From the opening note of the first (and title track) "Inside Out", listeners will encounter an inspiring journey into the heart and mind of a true world musician
HANS YORK: Sau Gut
With his second solo release "Sau Gut", Hans York continues to gracefully walk a line between Pop, Rock, Jazz, and World music and invites the listener to an exciting journey.
HANS YORK: Hazzazar
(The German Years Vol1)Here is finally the glue between the old and the new world. Counter point mixed with Bossa Nova, the longing for a German Winter while baking in Rio De Janeiro or Steely Dan playing dices on a little boat down the Amazon.
" elegant, intuitive, and delightful."
Hans Yorks first English release is elegant, intuitive, and delightful. His many years of global musicianship pay off richly in these engaging and diverse songs. He has assembled a band of players equally sensitive, and together they offer up the distinctive, brilliant music that is the perfectly produced Inside Out.
One of the most compelling traits of this music is its intimacy. Yorks vocals are smooth, clear and seductive, reminiscent of Michael Franks. He easily captures your attention alone or in his perfect pairing with the similarly wonderful Elke Diepenbeck. Together they are unstoppable, a sweet force of nature.
Theres a great mix of genres and influences sprinkled throughout the CD. Some flawless waltzes (the definitive California Waltz), jazzy pop songs with Brazilian influence, and several eclectic ballads make for a potpourri of perfection. Guest artists are well placed throughout; check out Orville Johnsons slide guitar work on Miss You, and the amazing harp solo on the haunting standout track Listen to the Moon.
Pardon my rave, but Hans Yorks lovely first English album is simply stunning, thats all there is to it.
Kevan Breitinger (Indie-music.com) October 2005
Publicity _ Europe
Ever wanted to have a concert in your livingroom?
Record Label: Hazzazar Records
Type of Label: None
