Reach For The Sun
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Record Label: Know It All Records (a division of A Know It All Release)
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Know It All Records
(A Division Of A Know It All Release)
Peter Coyle is one of Liverpool, England's finest songwriters and most unpredictable independent artists, renowned for his work in such bands as the Jass Babies and the Lotus Eaters as well as his own hard-to-find solo oeuvre. His influence can be heard in such critically acclaimed artists like Travis and Badly Drawn Boy. The Reach for the Sun CD EP offers the heartfelt and deeply poetic work that has kept Coyle's loyal fans spellbound.
Coyle's Reach for the Sun aptly reflects his undying passion for human existence and love for gorgeously crafted music that cannot be placed in any era. Coyle's melancholic croon captures the ghostly sorrow of Nat King Cole, the wounded romanticism of Nick Drake, and the emotional intensity of Peter Gabriel. Combining elements of folk, soul, and indie rock, Reach for the Sun is not bound by genre restrictions; the songs aren't linked by repetition of style but through introspective, uplifting lyrics that can caress a broken soul.
Know-It-All Records in Tacoma, Washington is proud to expose the shimmering beauty of Coyle's music for the first time to a global audience. For more information on Peter Coyle or to schedule an interview with him, please contact publicist and A&R Representative Michael Sutton at knowitallmedia@yahoo.com. Please visit Know-It-All Records' site at http://www.knowitallrecords.com.
Peter Coyle's "Reach for the Sun"
Title: Reach for the Sun
Artist: Peter Coyle
Format: CD EP
Release Date: Jan. 20th, 2003
Price: $ 5
Label: Know-It-All Records
(A Division Of A Know It All Release)
Peter Coyle is one of Liverpool, England's finest songwriters and most unpredictable independent artists, renowned for his work in such bands as the Jass Babies and the Lotus Eaters as well as his own hard-to-find solo oeuvre. His influence can be heard in such critically acclaimed artists like Travis and Badly Drawn Boy. The Reach for the Sun CD EP from Know-It-All Records offers the heartfelt and deeply poetic work that has kept Coyle's loyal fans spellbound. Coyle's melancholic croon captures the ghostly sorrow of Nat King Cole, the wounded romanticism of Nick Drake, and the emotional intensity of Peter Gabriel.
1. Reach for the Sun [recommended for airplay]
2. Phoenix [recommended for airplay]
3. Butterfly (live)
4. Reach for the Sun (live)
5. Running Down the River (live)
"Reach for the Sun" has already received airplay on WRAS-FM in Atlanta, Georgia; KAOS-FM in Olympia, Washington; and DWNU-FM in Manila, Philippines. The EP can be purchased at www.amazon.com, www.cdbaby.com, www.cdstreet.com, www.knowitallrecords.com, www.petercoyle.com, and at Tower Records in the Philippines. For more information contact head publicist and A&R Representative Michael Sutton at knowitallmedia@yahoo.com.
Know-It-All Records/A Know It All Release *P.O. Box 39681*Tacoma, Washington*U.S.A.*98439-0681
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author: Edward Wallace
The beautiful songs on Peter Coyle's EP Reach for the Sun are the type
that will give you comfort and hope in your darkest hour.
The gentle stripped down melodies flow like summer wind and will
delight fans of classic No Sense of Sin-era Lotus Eaters. Still Coyle has
grown as an artist. While his earlier work was full of youthful innocence
confronting broken-hearted pain, his latest vocals contain the wisdom
of one who has passed through the hurt to show us the light on the other
side.
Coyle's simple, romantic, and spiritual singing will appeal to those who
love Coldplay, Live and Travis. His polished, gentle voice surpasses
even the frontmen of those great bands.
If you've taped the songs of the radio - trust me you will want to
hear the full sound quality. There are fine touches like the angelic
background vocals on “Phoenix” and the flute in the live “Reach for the
Sun” that you don't want to miss out on.
Even if you plan to buy the full-length CD when it arrives, the three
otherwise unavailable B-sides make this a must have. These are no
faint demos, or throwaway remixes but well-recorded, catchy, magical songs
that fit right along with the single. The outstanding “Running Down
the River” features a touch of bayou blues incorporated seamlessly into
Coyle's style. Butterfly features a magic concert singalong that puts
you on the scene.
There are constant metaphors to nature in these songs that binds them
together thematically. There is an invitation to take fight even as
the guitar and keyboards create the sensation of moving through air. If
you get the chance, listen to them in a wooded area or by a body of water
at sunrise. A transcendent experience waits.
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author: Danny Castano
I was totally blown away when I saw the CD; it was really a work of art.
And the more I remember the effort, sacrifice and love that were put into
it, the more I appreciated it. Actually, I bought two. The quality of
the recording and editing was flawless...fantastic.
Peter's voice was just amazing; you need a very discriminating ear to know
that this not Lotus Eaters playing, unlike Morrissey where u recognize right
away that it's not Johnny Marr playing guitar, because the melody was very
much like the TLE's signature...
The song selection was very much varied, so you don't get tired of listening
to the EP. Unlike other bands that do not dare to experiment, Peter has no
qualms putting the shimmering strings of “Reach for the Sun” with the bluesy,
folksy “Running Down the River.” And guess what, his voice
was so clear that even my two year-old daughter could pick-up the word “Butterfly.”
Not only the melody hits you, but the content and message of the songs as
well. They give a spark of hope in our lives. Hear “Phoenix” and the title
track, “Reach for the Sun,” and you'll feel inspired.
Looking back now, I realized that God really permitted all these things to
happen to tell us something, that in the end everything is for the good.
The wait was really nothing compared to what we got in the end.
From Danny Castano:
I was totally blown away when I saw the CD; it was really a work of art.
And the more I remember the effort, sacrifice and love that were put into
it, the more I appreciated it. Actually, I bought two. The quality of
the recording and editing was flawless...fantastic.
Peter's voice was just amazing; you need a very discriminating ear to know
that this not Lotus Eaters playing, unlike Morrissey where u recognize right
away that it's not Johnny Marr playing guitar, because the melody was very
much like the TLE's signature...
The song selection was very much varied, so you don't get tired of listening
to the EP. Unlike other bands that do not dare to experiment, Peter has no
qualms putting the shimmering strings of “Reach for the Sun” with the bluesy,
folksy “Running Down the River.” And guess what, his voice
was so clear that even my two year-old daughter could pick-up the word “Butterfly.”
Not only the melody hits you, but the content and message of the songs as
well. They give a spark of hope in our lives. Hear “Phoenix” and the title
track, “Reach for the Sun,” and you'll feel inspired.
Looking back now, I realized that God really permitted all these things to
happen to tell us something, that in the end everything is for the good.
The wait was really nothing compared to what we got in the end. Michael Sutton, you're really fabulous hats-off to you...looking forward more music
like this in the future.
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author: Jack Cannata
Hi Mike,
I did receive the CD and was well rewarded for the wait. As you said “Running
Down the River” from Peter's still unreleased Stay Deep album is a standout.
“Butterfly” has been a favorite of mine for a long time, and he performs it beautifully
here.
I am hopeful your marketing efforts will prove fruitful for the label
and Peter's attempt at U.S. recognition. If he only could get a spot
on Saturday Night Live I'm sure that would propel him into the charts!
(we can dream eh?)
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soul food
author: ProteinShake_Bass
Just when you think you've heard the last from this legend from The Lotus Eaters, Peter Coyle comes back with a vengeance. Reach for the sun captivates your mind like no other and reminds you of what good music used to be like and how it should still be. Hits like Reach For the Sun and Phoenix captivates the soul and gives us a fresh perspective of how good song writing really is. Definitely worth every peso i spent (and i had it shipped to the Philippines!)
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