Stephen Ashbrook

In the news!
Pete Droge (droge.com) produced Stephen's upcoming CD, to be released Spring of 2008. Check out the new article about Stephen in Arizona's East Valley Tribune "Get Out" section on line here!
Stephen's interview is in the 2nd half of episode 30."If the Tempe music scene had a hall of fame, Stephen Ashbrook surely would have beeninducted.”
–The Arizona Republic
Ashbrook's voice - a rolling bass profundo punctuated by a chilling falsetto- delivers talesof quiet strength and authenticity. A deeply centered stage persona coupled with remarkablesong writing make this Southwest roots purveyor a talent to not to miss!
Stephen Ashbrook career was launched out of Tempe , AZ where he won the Phoenix Tribune'sBest Acoustic Performer 1998 & 2000. The talent of this artist became so widely recognized,that in the summer of 2000, Ashbrook delivered a command performance for President BillClinton, at the request of the White House.
In Arizona , Stephen recorded American B-Sides with friends from Gin Blossoms, ThePistoleros and Dead Hot Workshop. After relocating to Oregon , Stephen Ashbrook launchedhis promotional campaign for American B Sides from his new home town of Portland . Theincredible response to this Southwestern Singer/Songwriter was swift as press and musicindustry watched a national cult following for Ashbrook come alive. Within weeks, the firstsingle “Rock –n- Roll” was added to regular rotation in both Southern California and Arizonamarkets, and earned a First Place prize in the international “Makeastar.com” songwriterscontest. The Phoenix, Arizona New Times dubbed him "Pop tunesmith-extraordinaire," andcredited “Rock –n- Roll” as a “bona fide classic!” With the 2004 release of the longanticipated live two disc set, Double Live @ Long Wong’s, the magic of Ashbrook’s liveperformance is evident. Stephen continues to tour across the nation and in Europe acquiringa broad fan base across markets.
Stephen Ashbrook recently completed 10 new tracks with the respected Seattle musician andproducer Pete Droge, who has experienced global fame, both as a solo artist and with TheThorns. “I knew right away after listening to his demo I wanted to work with him,” claimedDroge in a recent article. As producer and co-writer on a few songs, Pete Droge pushedAshbrook’s music to bold new levels.
What people are saying:
"The Best Acoustic Performer of 1998/2000".
-Phoenix Tribune's "Get Out Magazine"
"Ashbrook's songs create scenes, glimpses into his life. His music, cured in the Tempe rockscene, is guitar-based led by his ever smooth voice."
-Folkwax.com
"Stephen delivers a command performance for President Bill Clinton at the Request of The White House."
-Summer of 2000
" Stephen Ashbrook 's stand out song writing, has captured the attention of many newfans."
-Synthesis, Chico California
"Ashbrook's voice - a rolling bass profundo punctuated by a chilling falsetto - deliverstales of quiet strength and authenticity. A deeply centered stage persona coupled withremarkable song writing make this Southwest roots purveyor a talent to watch."
-The BiteFestival, Portland OR
"Singer Stephen Ashbrook glides effortlessly between a deepness and a finefalsetto."
-The Willamette Week's pick of the week. Willamette Week, Portland Oregon
"Pop tunesmith extraordinaire"
-New Times, Phoenix Arizona
"A King in his Court!"
-The Oregonian, Portland Oregon
"I've found myself unable to remove his CD from my player. The man gets under your skinpeople!"
-Glen Starkey, New Times, San Luis Obispo , Ca