Recado

We are proud to announce the re-release of Vince Bell's fourth recording, Recado. Producer Cam King tastefully recorded Bell's songs in acoustic arrangements that bring out the subtle magic of his carefully crafted lyrics. His voice, honeyed but gritty, is so evocative and his songs so elliptical that what fills the spaces and the spaces themselves are crucial. "As a songwriter he can easily take his place in that hallowed area occupied by the likes of Randy Newman, Bruce Cockburn and Tom Waits." Appel Farms Festival Said King, "Vince brought a lifetime of music -- twice lived -- into the room, sat before the microphones, tuned his mesquite guitar, counted off each song, and recorded the entire album in one sitting. With only his heart for a metronome and his memory for a lead sheet, Vince put everything he had into these exquisite songs. By the end of the session, I knew I had experienced a very special moment. To have captured such a performance was a rewarding endeavor in the tradition of Leadbelly, Robert Johnson, Jimmy Rogers and all the great live performers of 20th century America." "[His work] stands shoulder to shoulder with the best work of Guy Clark, Townes Van Zandt, and Lyle Lovett." Dirty Linen Speaking about his new CD Vince Bell wrote, "Recado is a collection of messages that wind like a long dirt road through the years of my writing. There's the first song I wrote after moving to Austin, written on a whore-house piano that writer-friendly Strait Music sold me for 150 bucks -- delivered. There's one about taking chances in Berkeley while I collaborated with Bob Neuwirth on my first album, Phoenix. Two are from the high desert south of Santa Fe, New Mexico where you can see for a hundred miles. I also chose a masterful one from Townes. All together they portray at least a couple of lifetimes of lyric like I like it, with music that says the same thing. "A haunting, spare set of recollections that recall Robert Johnson in their stark intensity and Hank Williams in their country simplicity." Musician Magazine "Vince Bell's new CD is a masterful work from this legendary Texas singer songwriter. The songs display a fusion of vivid lyrics, strong melody and personal insight unique unto Vince. Like the desert land of Santa Fe, New Mexico that he now calls home, this record is stark, dusty and beautiful. Recado is a jewel in the crown of SteadyBoy Records. We are honored to have Vince on our label!" said label President, Freddie Krc. "Welcome to my island, a drifting piece of mind. If you're gonna spend some time, spend some time..." --From "Isla" These lines from "Isla" open Recado. The album is a meaningful reflection on life from Bell's unique perspective; a personal statement with hope and human dignity at its core. He knows a thing or two about both. You may, indeed, want to spend some time here. You know what? This guy is a major league talent. Michael Corcoran, Austin American Statesman ================= A full bio can be found at http://vincebell.com/presskit.htm