"Barry Crompton is a songwriter/performer/record producer of extraordinary ability, which has been demonstrated by sustained international acclaim"
THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS. November 2003
"Barry Crompton is...AWESOME" www.cruisecritic.com April 2002.
(COMING SOON!! Barry's New CD
"DANGEROUS ACQUAINTANCES"
Released November 19th - see www.barrycrompton.com for details.)
Since it's release in February 2003 Barry Crompton's ninth album "Cowboys & Pirates" (Vigilante Records LA MBFL 1538001)has only been available to the many fans who have seen this highly respected singer/songwriter performing on the high seas.Now available through CDBaby, "Cowboys & Pirates" presents the experienced and highly talented Crompton performing the way many like him best - just cool, incredible guitar,haunting melodic voice and wryly intelligent lyrics. For newcomers this is a great introduction to the joys of a Crompton performance (experienced by many from London's Royal Albert Hall to Nashville's Bluebird Cafe ),carefully crafted and thought-provoking originals combined with creative interpretations of well known favorites.
A pleasing mix of ballads, blues, rock and more country than is probably good for anyone, Crompton's talent and creative energy provide wry and enjoyable entertainment. And a damn good time. Check out the fans comments on www.barrycrompton.com and see why this great artist has been a well kept music industry secret for too long.
VIGILANTE RECORDS LA Feb. 2004
Barry Crompton's new studio album "DANGEROUS ACQUAINTANCES" will be available on CDBABY soon! Check website for details.
Reviews:
"Barry has the rare talent of being able to sum up life's key moments in one brief image and a handful of words that just shoot straight to the soul with the speed and accuracy of Cupid. Nice ones Barry!"
Kashmir Klub Review, London, England 03/04/00 http://www.kashmirklub.co.uk
"Music for grown ups, which means it doesn't fit conveniently into any of the usual slots..." COUNTRY MUSIC INTERNATIONAL.
"Sheer pleasure...perfect voice and guitar." SOUTHERN COUNTRY MAGAZINE.
"A credible mix of Cajun, country, blues, rock and good old fashioned rock'n'roll, all of which Crompton does effortlessly." HOT PRESS (Dublin).
"Barry Crompton is....awesome!" www.cruisecritic.com (April 2002).
"...Backed by former Van Morrison sidemen...Crompton's new single "Secrets" is another excellent piece of work." SOUTHERN COUNRTY album reviews.
"His haunting melodies and thoughtful lyrics place Crompton's work a cut above the rest.." LONDON EVENING STANDARD..
"...Once again Crompton drove the audience wild with his own good time tunes and cherry picked covers. Many of which were improvements on the originals" 12 BAR CLUB REVIEW.
More reviews and samples at www.barrycrompton.com
Check out the artist's website:
http://www.barrycrompton.com
Track List:
1. time off for bad behavior
2. everyday
3. raining in my heart
4. desert rose
5. big trouble
6. walking after midnight
7. louise
8. oh these nights are so long
9. i'm in the mood
10. handy man
11. never turn your back on love
12. slow boat to china
13. desert rose (studio version )
Suggested CDs:Other Genres:
THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS. November 2003
"Barry Crompton is...AWESOME" www.cruisecritic.com April 2002.
(COMING SOON!! Barry's New CD
"DANGEROUS ACQUAINTANCES"
Released November 19th - see www.barrycrompton.com for details.)
Since it's release in February 2003 Barry Crompton's ninth album "Cowboys & Pirates" (Vigilante Records LA MBFL 1538001)has only been available to the many fans who have seen this highly respected singer/songwriter performing on the high seas.Now available through CDBaby, "Cowboys & Pirates" presents the experienced and highly talented Crompton performing the way many like him best - just cool, incredible guitar,haunting melodic voice and wryly intelligent lyrics. For newcomers this is a great introduction to the joys of a Crompton performance (experienced by many from London's Royal Albert Hall to Nashville's Bluebird Cafe ),carefully crafted and thought-provoking originals combined with creative interpretations of well known favorites.
A pleasing mix of ballads, blues, rock and more country than is probably good for anyone, Crompton's talent and creative energy provide wry and enjoyable entertainment. And a damn good time. Check out the fans comments on www.barrycrompton.com and see why this great artist has been a well kept music industry secret for too long.
VIGILANTE RECORDS LA Feb. 2004
Barry Crompton's new studio album "DANGEROUS ACQUAINTANCES" will be available on CDBABY soon! Check website for details.
Reviews:
"Barry has the rare talent of being able to sum up life's key moments in one brief image and a handful of words that just shoot straight to the soul with the speed and accuracy of Cupid. Nice ones Barry!"
Kashmir Klub Review, London, England 03/04/00 http://www.kashmirklub.co.uk
"Music for grown ups, which means it doesn't fit conveniently into any of the usual slots..." COUNTRY MUSIC INTERNATIONAL.
"Sheer pleasure...perfect voice and guitar." SOUTHERN COUNTRY MAGAZINE.
"A credible mix of Cajun, country, blues, rock and good old fashioned rock'n'roll, all of which Crompton does effortlessly." HOT PRESS (Dublin).
"Barry Crompton is....awesome!" www.cruisecritic.com (April 2002).
"...Backed by former Van Morrison sidemen...Crompton's new single "Secrets" is another excellent piece of work." SOUTHERN COUNRTY album reviews.
"His haunting melodies and thoughtful lyrics place Crompton's work a cut above the rest.." LONDON EVENING STANDARD..
"...Once again Crompton drove the audience wild with his own good time tunes and cherry picked covers. Many of which were improvements on the originals" 12 BAR CLUB REVIEW.
More reviews and samples at www.barrycrompton.com
Check out the artist's website:
http://www.barrycrompton.com
Track List:
1. time off for bad behavior
2. everyday
3. raining in my heart
4. desert rose
5. big trouble
6. walking after midnight
7. louise
8. oh these nights are so long
9. i'm in the mood
10. handy man
11. never turn your back on love
12. slow boat to china
13. desert rose (studio version )
Suggested CDs:Other Genres:
- ROCK: Acoustic
- BLUES: Acoustic Blues
- TYPE: ACOUSTIC