GRAMMY®-nominated singer and songwriter Dave Barnes' new studio project, Stories To Tell, released yesterday courtesy of Razor & Tie. Featuring 11 new tracks produced by John Fields (Lifehouse, Switchfoot, Goo Goo Dolls, Jonas Brothers, P!nk), Barnes is ready to tour the new album, kicking off tomorrow in Chicago and hitting other cities such as New York, Nashville, Memphis, Philadelphia, and DC. Tour dates are listed below.
The album is already topping iTunes' Singer/Songwriter page and at press time, is #11 on the overall iTunes album chart. Stories To Tell has also received shoutouts on Twitter, courtesy of tweets from such popular artists as Blake Shelton, Lady Antebellum, Jon McLaughlin, reaching well over two million people. So what are the critics saying about Barnes and his Stories To Tell? With reviews in USA Today and Billboard and coverage with HearItFirst, GMCTV, All Access, CCM, NewReleaseTuesday, here are a few highlights:
“Straddling the fence between the CCM music world and the secular, Dave Barnes has been praised by artists from Amy Grant to John Mayer for standing out as a talented singer/songwriter. Stories to Tell should uphold his reputation with its catchy, acoustic tunes, and positive outlook.”
- ChristianityToday.com
"...He has a knack for plying himself to songs that act as slice-of-life vignettes, specific and vague where they ought to be, that resonate with common experience and occasionally challenge. The sum of all those parts should continue the interest...in Barnes' Stories."
- CBA Retailers + Resources
"Dave Barnes is back with his Southern hospitality, though not without stylistic changes for good measure; both old and new fans will be more than
enthralled with his Stories To Tell."
- JesusFreakHideout.com
"The new Dave Barnes record grabs love and wrastles it. His songwriting clamps very near the center of my chest-the place where great music truly resides. It's honest. It's hope-filled. It's full of ideas and wonder about our world. I bet when other artists hear it they'll say to themselves, 'I wish I'd written that with Dave.' I will gladly take that wager."
- ListenIn.org review and feature
Barnes also continues to hit big at radio with Stories To Tell's first radio single, "Mine To Love." Writing the song after he found out he and his wife were pregnant with their first child, "I couldn't stop thinking about the possibility of having a child, and this song poured out of all those emotions," he shares. "I've never been as emotional as I was writing this song. I had to stop a few times while writing it." The single is on sale for $.69 at iTunes through April 3rd.
Barnes recently paid a visit to KLOVE and Air1 to share his new songs from Stories To Tell. Pictured below is Barnes with Air1 Program Director Paul Goldsmith and K-LOVE Program Director Chuck Pryor.
GRAMMY®-nominated singer songwriter Dave Barnes’ upcoming new studio album, Stories To Tell, is available now for pre-order. Stories To Tell is set for release on March 13th and features 11 new tracks produced by John Fields (Lifehouse, Switchfoot, Goo Goo Dolls, Jonas Brothers, P!nk). Barnes will hit the road on March 15th for a string of headline tour dates in support of the new album (tour dates below).
The single “White Flag” is also available now for purchase and goes toTriple A radio on February 27th. Another single from Stories To Tell, "Mine To Love," is at iTunes as well. Barnes is no stranger to commercial radio success with his last single “God Gave Me You” peaking at No. 21 at Adult Contemporary and No. 72 at Hot AC (Blake Shelton’s version of the song peaked at No. 1 on Country Radio). Barnes is also frequently heard at Christian radio with “God Gave Me You” peaking at No. 3 at Christian CHR and No. 8 on Christian AC radio.
Dave Barnes recently received his first GRAMMY nomination for Best Country Song for “God Gave Me You,” as performed by Blake Shelton from Shelton’s 2011 album Red River Blue. Barnes’ and Shelton’s versions of the song have sold over one million singles to date and the song has had enormous success at radio.
Stories To Tell is Barnes’ fourth studio album for Razor & Tie and a first for Barnes on many levels. The album was recorded in Los Angeles with producer John Fields, marking the first time Barnes has recorded outside of his hometown of Nashville, TN. Leaving everything familiar behind with his writing and recording processes forced Barnes to venture outside of his creative comfort zone. Stories To Tell also presents astylistic departure from his previous releases. Adding more programming and synth sounds than previous his albums, Stories To Tell did not suffer from rules and restrictions when it comes to instrumentation. The electronic flourishes on this album add dynamics that are not typical when it comes to most singer-songwriters. Using orchestral accents, syncopated percussion alongside his soulful, impassioned vocals, the album introduces Barnes’ fans to eleven finely tuned and honestly crafted songs with a strong pop sound. An artist that has never adhered to a specific genre, Barnes’ music is generally inspired by an array of music influences ranging from rock, pop and country to blues, soul and R&B.
Barnes’ last album, the 2010 release What We Want, What We Get, features the GRAMMY-nominated song “God Gave Me You.” This album debuted at No. 59 on the Billboard Top 200 album chart, No. 17 on the Billboard Rock Chart and No. 15 on the digital albums chart. Barnes has sold over 155,000 albums to date and over 600,000 individual song downloads. He has toured with notable acts including John Mayer, Taylor Swift, Lady Antebellum, Bonnie Raitt, and One Republic as well as festivals such as Bonnaroo. His music has been featured in television shows such as CW’s “Life Unexpected,” Disney’s “Suite Life On Deck,” ABC’s“ Brothers And Sisters” and WB’s “Summerland,” as well as the films "Employee Of The Month" and "My Super Ex-Girlfriend."
Dave Barnes' songs have been covered by a bevy of other artists including, country singers Blake Shelton and Billy Currington as well as Marc Broussard, Kelly Clarkson, Bethany Dillon, to name a few. He has been recognized by the industry as a rising songwriter. Billboard Magazine touted “Many of the best pop songwriters come out of Nashville, and Dave Barnes is one such singer/scribe now building momentum." Dave Barnes is signed to leading independent label Razor & Tie and is administered by Razor & Tie Music Publishing.
Dave Barnes tour dates:
March
15 Chicago IL - Lincoln Hall
16 Minneapolis, MN - Varsity Theatre
17 Indianapolis, IN - Earth House Collective
22 Washington DC - Rock and Roll Hotel
23 Philadelphia, PA - World Café Live
24 New York, NY - Highline Ballroom
April
13 Dallas, TX - House Of Blues
19 Memphis, TN - Minglewood Hall
20 Nashville, TN - Marathon Music Works
21 Knoxville, TN - Bijou Theatre
26 Birmingham, AL - Workplay Theatre
27 Atlanta, GA - Center Stage
29 Charlotte, NC - McGloghlin Theatre
Dave Barnes new single “Mine To Love” off his upcoming studio album, Stories To Tell, is now available at iTunes. Stories To Tell is set for release on March 13, 2012 and features 11 new tracks produced by John Fields (Lifehouse, Switchfoot, Goo Goo Dolls, Jonas Brothers, P!nk). Barnes is also announcing a series of tour dates in support of the album hitting such cities as New York, Nashville, Chicago, Philadelphia and DC (tour dates below).
Sharing the message behind "Mine To Love," Barnes explains, "I wrote this song after I found out that my wife and I were pregnant. I couldn't stop thinking about the possibility of having a child, and this song poured out of all those emotions. I've never been as emotional as I was writing this song. I had to stop a few times while writing it."
Dave Barnes also recently received his first GRAMMY® nomination for Best Country Song for “God Gave Me You,” as performed by Blake Shelton. Barnes will attend the Grammy Awards on February 12th. Barnes’ and Shelton’s versions of the song have sold over one million singles to date and the song has had enormous success at radio.
Stories To Tell is Barnes’ fourth studio album for Razor & Tie and a first for Barnes on many levels. The album was recorded in Los Angeles with producer John Fields, marking the first time Barnes has recorded outside of his home town Nashville, TN. Leaving everything familiar behind with his writing and recording processes forced Dave to venture outside of his creative comfort zone. Stories To Tell also presents a stylistic departure from his previous releases. Adding more programming and synth sounds than previous Barnes’ albums, Stories To Tell did not suffer from rules and restrictions when it comes to instrumentation. The electronic flourishes on this album add dynamics that are not typical when it comes to most singer-songwriters. Using orchestral accents, syncopated percussion alongside his soulful, impassioned vocals, the album introduces Barnes’ fans to eleven finely tuned and honestly crafted songs with a strong pop sound. An artist that has never adhered to a specific genre, Barnes’ music is generally inspired by an array of music influences ranging from rock, pop and country to blues, soul and R&B.
Nashville-based Dave Barnes’ last album, the 2010 release What We Want, What We Get, features the GRAMMY nominated song “God Gave Me You.” This album debuted at #59 on the Billboard top 200 album chart, #17 on the Billboard Rock Chart and #15 on the digital albums chart. Barnes has sold over 155,000 albums to date and over 510,000 individual song downloads. Barnes has toured with notable acts including John Mayer, Taylor Swift, Lady Antebellum, Bonnie Raitt, and One Republic as well as festivals such as Bonnaroo. His music has been featured in television shows such as CW’s “Life Unexpected,” Disney’s “Suite Life On Deck,” ABC’s“ Brothers And Sisters” and WB’s “Summerland,” as well as the films "Employee Of The Month" and "My Super Ex-Girlfriend." His songs have been covered by a bevy of other artists including, country singers Blake Shelton and Billy Currington as well as Marc Broussard, Kelly Clarkson, Bethany Dillon, to name a few. He has also been recognized by the industry as a rising songwriter. Billboard Magazine touted, “Many of the best pop songwriters come out of Nashville, and Dave Barnes is one such singer/scribe now building momentum."
Dave Barnes is signed to leading independent label Razor & Tie and is administered by Razor & Tie Music Publishing.
Dave Barnes Stories To Tell Tour Dates
March
15 Chicago IL - Lincoln Hall
16 Minneapolis, MN - Varsity Theatre
17 Indianapolis, IN - Earth House Collective
22 Washington DC - Rock and Roll Hotel
23 Philadelphia, PA - World Café Live
24 New York, NY - Highline Ballroom
April
13 Dallas, TX - House Of Blues
20 Nashville, TN - Marathon Music Works
21 Knoxville, TN - Bijou Theatre
26 Birmingham, AL - Workplay Theatre
27 Atlanta, GA - Center Stage
29 Charlotte, NC - McGloghlin Theatre
Razor & Tie artist Dave Barnes will release his new studio album, Stories To Tell, on March 13, 2012. The 11-track album of original material was produced by John Fields (Lifehouse, Switchfoot, Goo Goo Dolls, Jonas Brothers, P!nk). Barnes will tour in 2012 in support of his new release (tour dates to soon follow). He recently received his first GRAMMY® nomination for Best Country Song for “God Gave Me You,” the #1 hit as performed by Blake Shelton from Shelton’s 2011 album Red River Blue. Barnes’ and Shelton’s versions of the song have sold over one million singles to date.
Stories To Tell is Barnes’ fourth studio album for Razor & Tie and a first for him on many levels. The album was recorded in Los Angeles with producer Fields, marking the first time Barnes has recorded outside of his hometown of Nashville. Leaving everything familiar behind with his writing and recording processes forced him to venture outside of his creative comfort zone. Barnes explains, “I've done all the other records in Nashville, but for this one I really wanted to do something different. I wanted to get out of town and do something that wouldn't sound quite as much like the stuff I've done before.”
Stories To Tell also presents a stylistic departure from his previous releases. Adding more programming and synth sounds this time around, Stories To Tell did not suffer from rules and restrictions when it came to its instrumentation. Using orchestral accents and syncopated percussion alongside his soulful, impassioned vocals, the album introduces Barnes' fans to finely tuned and honestly crafted strong pop songs.
"The music is definitely poppy but everything is accounted for," he describes. "There are no rogue parts or instrumentation, everything is really fleshed out and that's what I was going for thankfully. Working with John, I knew he does what I wanted to do, which is make a little more of a pop record and get out of the self-imposed box I've been in for a while.”
The underlying theme of the new album is Barnes' stories to tell, most plucked from his personal life and experiences. Writing much of the album earlier this year after discovering that he and his wife were going to have their first baby, two songs directly inspired by the news are “Mine to Love” and “One of Us.” Another major theme of this album is enjoying the moment because life has unexpected twists. “White Flag” and “Heaven Help Me” reflect this sentiment.
An artist that has never adhered to a specific genre, Barnes’ music is generally inspired by an array of music influences ranging from rock, pop and country to blues, soul and R&B. “Stories To Tell is another bookmark," adds Barnes. "For me, that's why I love making records; not because I was going for a specific sound but I was trying to encompass everything that I was listening to and enjoying at that time in my life. It is like a fun kind of musical history, like a photo album."
With his multi-format hit, "God Gave Me You," the single peaked at #3 at Christian Top 40, as well as Top 10 on Christian AC and Top 20 on Mainstream AC. Making a solid mark within Christian radio, "Mine To Love" will be the first song from Stories to Tell to impact Christian radio, releasing February 3rd.
Razor & Tie artist Dave Barnes has received his first Grammy® nomination for Best Country Song for “God Gave Me You,” as performed by Blake Shelton. Barnes’ and Shelton’s versions of the song have sold over one million singles to date. Blake Shelton’s “God Gave Me You” has spent 20 weeks on the Billboard Country Singles Chart, with three weeks at number one and is his fastest rising single to date.
Razor & Tie Co-Owners Cliff Chenfeld and Craig Balsam commented, “We have been proud to work with Dave Barnes for five years and he is an extraordinary artist and writer. Dave's songs are personal and universal and touch people in a very special way. This nomination is well deserved and reflects Dave’s commitment to quality and honesty.”
Nashville-based Dave Barnes wrote and recorded “God Gave Me You” originally for his 2010 release What We Want, What We Get. Blake Shelton decided to record a version of the song after hearing Barnes’ version on the radio and soon after added it to his eighth studio album released in 2011, Red River Blue.
Shelton recently explained to AOL’s The Boot, “That song came on and I almost had to pull the truck over. It was one of those moments for me where I felt like I was hearing that song at that moment for a reason. I actually got on iTunes and downloaded the song as I was driving home. I probably listened to it 20 times before I got home that day, and I called [my producer] Scott Hendricks and said, 'Man, I found a song I want to cut.' There was never a question, I never looked back after that. I knew it was going to be a pivotal song for the album."
Dave Barnes will release his fourth studio album for the Razor & Tie label in early 2012. The album (details soon to be announced) was produced by John Fields (Jimmy Eat World, Lifehouse, Goo Goo Dolls, Switchfoot, Andrew W.K., Jonas Brothers, Pink). Dave Barnes last album What We Want, What We Get debuted at #59 on the Billboard top 200 album chart in 2010 and #15 on the digital albums chart. Barnes has sold over 155,000 albums to date and over 510,000 individual song downloads-update. He is currently on tour and will tour in 2012 as well. Barnes has previously toured with notable acts including John Mayer, Taylor Swift, Lady Antebellum, Bonnie Raitt, and One Republic as well as festivals such as Bonnaroo. His music has been featured in television shows such as CW’s “Life Unexpected,” Disney’s “Suite Life On Deck,” ABC’s“ Brothers And Sisters” and WB’s “Summerland,” as well as the films Employee Of The Month and My Super Ex-Girlfriend.
Dave Barnes is no stranger to having his music plucked by country singers as Billy Currington re-recorded Barnes’ radio hit “Until You” for Currington’s 2010 release. Barnes’ work has been performed by other artists including Marc Broussard, Kelly Clarkson, Bethany Dillon, to name a few. Barnes has been recognized by the industry as a rising songwriter. Billboard Magazine touted “Many of the best pop songwriters come out of Nashville, and Dave Barnes is one such singer/scribe now building momentum." Dave Barnes is signed to leading independent label Razor & Tie and is administered by Razor & Tie Music Publishing.
Last year was quite a year Dave Barnes, and 2011 is well on its way to being even better. He's already off to a great start as he kicked off this past weekend joining Brandon Heath's Leaving Eden Tour, which is hitting a dozen markets across the southern U.S. into early April. Tour dates are listed below. Additionally, Barnes' single "God Gave Me You" was not only a hit on CHR and AC radio but has crossed over to Mainstream AC. Officially impacting radio yesterday, the single had already obtained early adds with four stations.
"God Gave Me You" was one of the most played CHR and AC songs in 2010 and continues to be heard on radio stations across the nation. According to Billboard's year-end charts, it hit top 3 and was the 15th most played song of the year at CHR.
Barnes' vocal talents and songwriting abilities are also being shared by other popular artists. "Until You," one of his first singles from his CD Brother, Bring The Sun, was recently cut by country artist Billy Currington, and Barnes also joined Francesa Battistelli to co-write and share vocals on "Emily (It's Love)," which appears on her brand new release, Hundred More Years.
LEAVING EDEN TOUR DATES:
March 10 - Fayetteville, AR
March 11 - Mountain Home, AR
March 24 - Panama City Beach, FL
March 25 - Gainesville, FL
March 26 - Tanner, AL
March 29 - Greenwell Springs, LA
March 31 - Brownwood, TX
April 1 - Selma, TX
April 2 - Waco, TX
April 7 - Rome, GA*
April 13 - Stillwater, OK*
May 6 - St. Paul, MN*
*not designated Leaving Eden Tour dates
Dave Barnes' holiday CD, Very Merry Christmas, continues to receive major acclaim since it released less than a month ago. Last week was a huge success when Barnes' offered his song "Very Merry Christmas" as iTunes' free Discovery Download. He continues to spread the holiday cheer as Very Merry Christmas is now available at Amazon for only $5 through Christmas. To download your copy, click here now.
Additionally, Barnes' single "Christmas Tonight" made its debut on R&R's Mainstream AC chart, hitting at No. 29. Five other Barnes' holiday tracks picked up significant adds at Christian AC radio last week.
As previously reported, "Christmas Tonight" features guest vocals from Lady Antebellum's Hillary Scott and its accompanying music video stars actress Jennifer Love Hewitt. The video has obtained much attention since it posted on Barnes' YouTube page, appearing on Variety's website, Perez Hilton, Huffington Post's entertainment front page and OK! Magazine's website. In addition, "Christmas Tonight" was just added to rotation on CMT, CMT Pure and CMT online.
This week Barnes, joined by opener Drew Holcomb, kicked off the Very Merry Neighborly Christmas Tour in North Carolina to sold out crowds, with this weekend's shows sold out as well. The tour has partnered with Mocha Club (Mochaclub.org) and their Clean Water project area to help fund the building of wells in the Sudan for refugess of the Darfur genocide.
A Very Merry Neighborly Christmas 2010 Tour Dates:
Dec. 3 - The Loft, Atlanta, GA
Dec. 4 - Workplay Theatre, Birmingham, AL
Dec. 5 - Bijou Theater Center, Knoxville, TN
Dec. 8 - Tipitina's, New Orleans, LA
Dec. 9 - The Parish, Austin, TX
Dec. 10 - The Door, Dallas, TX
Dec. 11 - Warehouse Live, Houston, TX
Dec. 13 - Headliner's Music Hall, Louisville, KY
Dec. 14 - Lincoln Hall, Chicago, IL
Dec. 17 - Minglewood Hall, Memphis, TN
Dec. 18 - Polk Theatre, Nashville, TN
And do you want even more holiday cheer, courtesy of Dave Barnes? Be sure to watch the teaser for his upcoming Christmas Spectacular video here. This is sure to get you in the holiday mood! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-24NU4guwT0&feature=channel
With a nod to the classics, Dave Barnes’ first-ever holiday project, Very Merry Christmas, evokes the traditional soul of the Christmas season while adding splashes of his well-known signature contemporary flair and lively persona. At once familiar and cozy, Very Merry Christmas features four yuletide staples meshed with six originals penned by Barnes himself. Very Merry Christmas will be available both physically and digitally November 9th.
Very Merry Christmas showcases the quintessential Dave Barnes – classy, romantic, and hip with traces of his traditional Southern upbringing. The album's highlight, “Christmas Tonight,” features Lady Antebellum’s Hillary Scott joining Barnes for a special Christmas duet. The additional original tunes include more guest appearances, such as Thad Cockrell on “Mary and Joseph” and Grammy-award winning singer-songwriters Shannon Sanders and Drew Ramsey who appear alongside Barnes with Scat Springs on “Very Merry Christmas.”
Barnes adds his own classic touch to the cover songs, including Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” Bing Crosby’s classic “I’ll Be Home for Christmas,” and “The Christmas Song.” A special version of “O Come Emmanuel” will be available exclusively to those who purchase the album through iTunes.
“Many of the best pop songwriters come out of Nashville, and Dave Barnes is one such singer/scribe now building momentum," Billboard Magazine said. After the April release of his second full length album for Razor and Tie, What We Want, What We Get, Barnes has steadily created awareness surrounding himself and his music. He also joined the world of soap operas in June, playing himself in a special two episode story arc on ABC’s hit All My Children. Barnes’ hit single, “God Gave Me You,” quickly became a radio favorite, peaking at #3 on Christian CHR and #9 on the Christian AC charts.
Dave Barnes has previously toured with notable acts including John Mayer, Taylor Swift, Lady Antebellum, Bonnie Raitt, and One Republic. He continues touring throughout 2010 in support of What We Want, What We Get (dates listed below) and the dates for his Christmas tour with Drew Holcomb will be announced shortly.
VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS Track Listing:
1. Very Merry Christmas *
2. Christmas Tonight * (with Hillary Scott of Lady Antebellum)
3. All I Want For Christmas Is You
4. Meet Me At the Mistletoe *
5. I’ll Be Home For Christmas
6. I Pray On Christmas *
7. Family Tree
8. Holiday Made For Two *
9. The Christmas Song
10. Mary and Joseph *
*Dave Barnes original
Dave Barnes Tour Dates
Sept 28 – Baton Rouge, LA – Varsity Theater
Oct 1 – Lexington, KY – Busters Billiards
Oct 2 – Baltimore, MD – Hippodrome Theater *
Oct 21 – Greenville, SC – Peace Center *
Oct 22 – Tupelo, MS – Bancorp South Arena
Oct 23 – Mountain Home, AR – Arkansas State University *
Oct 24 – Lincoln, NE – LIED Center *
Oct 25 – Denver, CO – Soiled Dove Underground
Nov 5 – Jackson, TN – GM Savage Chapel
Nov 20 – Athens, GA – Melting Point
*touring with MercyMe
"God Gave Me You," the first single from Dave Barnes' brand new CD release, What We Want, What We Get (Razor & Tie), continues to climb the radio charts. The hit song is top 5 at CHR and is also the second most-added record at AC radio this week. It was the most-added song for the last two weeks in a row.
In addition to its radio success, the music video for "God Gave Me You," which debuted on AOL Music in April, is now available for download at iTunes for only $1.99. The video, currently being played on outlets such as gmc and TBN, can also be seen along with exclusive interview footage of Dave Barnes at outlets such as HearItFirst.com, Steelroots.com and JCTV's "1 Music Village."
Barnes' AAA radio single, "Little Lies," will be featured in the June 15th release of the NOW 34 brand, a compilation of the past year's biggest songs from today's most popular artists. "Little Lies" was chosen as only one of four exclusive songs for the "Now What's Next" artists promotion. Be sure to visit NOW 34 for more information.
Barnes continues to travel around the country to promote What We Want, What We Get, just released April 6th. While in New York City, he was invited to open up for Lady Antebellum at the Nokia Theatre where he shared the stage with Lady A's Hilary Scott during his performance of "On A Night Like This." Photos from the show are below.
Barnes' NYC set received stellar reviews, such as one from the Hollywood Reporter stating, "Opener Dave Barnes...delivered a well-received set showcasing sturdy vocals and diverse original songs displaying rock/R&B influences. His boyish good looks, personable manner and self-deprecating humor had the audience -- who sang along and even cheered on cue -- eating out of the palm of his hand."
This is the week for the public to start enjoying Dave Barnes' brand new CD, What We Want, What We Get (Razor & Tie), just released on April 6th. With the anticipation and stunning reviews surrounding this project, along with the consecutive airplay of his current radio single, "God Gave Me You," it looks like Dave Barnes is well on his way to having a big hit on his hands.
"God Gave Me You" jumped up the CHR charts to #15, making it the second highest spin increase single for this week, while the song is also the Hot Shot Debut at #42 on Billboard's Christian Songs chart. At press time, the CD is an astounding #3 on iTunes' Pop Chart where Barnes shares the top spots with Justin Bieber and Madonna, while climbing to #12 on the overall iTunes Album Charts.
To promote What We Want, What We Get, he has been appearing on numerous radio stations, television programs, and web outlets. Recently visiting the offices of HearItFirst.com, he gave the staff and viewers a fun yet insightful look into the real Dave Barnes. Check out his exclusive interview and a unique acoustic performance of "God Gave Me You" here at HearitFirst.com.
In addition, his music will be heard on Focus On The Family's Plugged In Podcast for April 15th, and he is Pick of the Month for The Music Gardener. Barnes has also recently appeared on TBN's "1 Music Village."
It is well-known that Dave Barnes has fans far and wide, from John Mayer to Amy Grant and Vince Gill, from Marc Cohn to Bonnie Raitt. He has even been tweeted by artists such as Lady Antebellum and Disney's Demi Lovato.
But what are the music critics saying? Do the words "excellent," "flawless," "genuine," and "masterfully executed" give you any ideas? Read on....
"....What I like best about Barnes is his penchant for writing about that place outside the typical Christian music framework....Think about the best singer/songwriters in your music collection, the ones who craft songs that stick in your head long after you’re unplugged, and add Dave Barnes to the mix. He’s that good." - gmclife.com
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"With the help of longtime producer Ed Cash, this Nashville-based singer-songwriter has crafted a collection that is perfect for a windows-down drive on a warm spring day and deep enough for a contemplative afternoon at the coffeehouse. What We Want, What We Get straddles that fine line between pop and pulpit, asking the question, "What do we do when life doesn't turn out like it should?" The answer? Crank up more of this addictive pop and sing along." - Rhapsody.com
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"In writing and performing the songs on What We Want..., Barnes has clearly pulled from several influences, and his integration of these varying sounds is nearly flawless. It would be hard to identify a single weak track on this album, as each one has its own appeal and the quality is consistently top shelf. Ironically, with What We Want, What We Get, the listener gets exactly what he wants. This is modern pop at its most genuine, original, and masterfully executed."
-Jesusfreakhideout.com
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"...What We Want, What We Get feels accessible—with lyrics that are relatable and conversational and a sound that's catchy and relaxed."
- Charisma, The Buzz
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To promote What We Want, What We Get, Dave Barnes kicks off his tour this weekend. Tour dates are listed below, but for the most updated schedule and information, please visit: www.DaveBarnes.com
Apr. 10 Florence, AL
Apr. 11 Anderson, IN
Apr. 12 Madison, WI
Apr. 13 Milwaukee, WI
Apr. 14 Minneapolis, MN
Apr. 16/17 Nashville, TN
Apr. 18 Chicago, IL
Apr. 19 Bloomington, IN
Apr. 23 Birmingham, AL
Apr. 24 Cordova, TN
Apr. 29 Knoxville, TN
Apr. 30 Charlotte, NC
May 1 Atlanta, GA
May 3 Carrboro, NC
May 5 Vienna, VA
May 6 Baltimore, MD
May 8 New York, NY
May 9 Boston, MA
June 9 Los Angeles, CA
Artist: Dave Barnes
Album: What We Want, What We Get
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Reviewer: Alex Judge
I am not a seasoned Dave Barnes fan, in fact I think this album may be the first music of his that I have heard. However, he has made a great impression on me for sure! The first aspect of his music I noticed was the syncopated rhythm that is very prominent throughout Dave’s repertoire. The next thing I noticed was his smooth, soothing voice. With the soft, acoustic, at times bluesy feel in his music, this is great music for any occasion. Crank up the volume and sing along to the flowing melodies and sway to the beat as the harmonies sung by Matt Wertz, Ed Cash, and Drew Ramsey carry you away.
Featuring the songs “God Gave Me You” and the title track, “What We Want, What We Get,” this album will capture your romantic side while appealing to your musical taste. Each song on this album can be best described as individual. Every song is unique so much so that by the end of the album, I could look back over the titles of each and every song and hum a few bars without listening to it again. That is rare today as many albums sort of blend in together. If you are a fan of artists such as Jimmy Needham or John Mayer, lend an ear to Dave Barnes with his newest release, “What We Want, What We Get.”
Singer and songwriter Dave Barnes is soaring up the charts! His brand new single, "God Gave Me You," jumped to #19 this week on the CHR charts.
"God Gave Me You" is the debut single from his upcoming release, What We Want, What We Get, hitting shelves April 6th on Razor & Tie Records (Provident Distribution). The song plans to hit Christian AC radio in mid-April.
Radio stations nationwide immediately added the song to its rotation, and comments have been pouring in about the single's emerging success. In fact, station programmers have only high praise for "God Gave Me You":
"Dave Barnes has created a song that connects because it's about the people God has placed in our lives. People that help us through the ups and downs of life. This song has turned into an instant hit!"
- Nate Thomas, WLCQ/Springfield
"I knew the minute I heard 'God Gave Me You' it was a hit. There's just something about the honesty of this song that strikes a chord with every female that hears it. Such a great addition to our playlist!"
- Traci Lee, WHJT/Jackson
"Great music! This song has great lyrics....A must play!"
- Dan Gilliland, KHLL/Monroe
Mocha Club Live Online Event with Brandon Heath, Dave Barnes, and Matt Wertz
benefitting Clean Water in Africa
Tuesday, January 26th @ 8pm CST
Streaming LIVE from live.mochaclub.org.
Online admission is only $1.50!
Dave, Matt, and Brandon will each be playing some songs, interviewing one another, and answering your questions *live* submitted through Twitter.
