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Save the Date: Oct 19, 2012

Tyler Stenson — Fri, 11 May 2012 17:35:33 +0000

I’m calling this the most important show of my life, to date … this is not an understatement. Please join me Friday October 19, 2012 at the Aladdin Theater as I release my 10th album into the ether. Details are still being hashed out and tickets won’t be on sale until August 1st, but mark the date in ink. See you there!

Music vs Personal Pages on Facebook

Tyler Stenson — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 19:20:51 +0000

IMPORTANT NOTICE: I will no longer be posting music updates on my personal Facebook page so IF you wish to continue to follow my musical journey via Facebook, be sure to “like” my music page on Facebook. The overlap is no more.

TYLER THE DUDE = http://facebook.com/tylerstenson
TYLER THE MUSICIAN = http://facebook.com/tylerstensonmusic

Although I love having you as a “friend” please help me make the transition by “liking” my page so that I can avoid duplicate posts AND not skip a beat by losing you as a fan.

TYLER THE DUDE = http://facebook.com/tylerstenson
TYLER THE MUSICIAN = http://facebook.com/tylerstensonmusic

Five-Thirty Thursday at Rockbottom

Tyler Stenson — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:12:28 +0000

Beginning April 19th I will be kicking off a 7-week residency with my full band at the Rockbottom Brewery in downtown Portland. What makes this residency extra special is the fact that you don’t have to stay out all night to enjoy the live music … Yep, Five-Thirty Thursdays is a full concert experience that starts at 5:30 and will have you home by 8pm!

Even better, Rockbottom will be tapping a new beer at 5:30 on many of these upcoming dates and everyone in the room will get a free pint! That said, come hear a tune and enjoy a post-work brew with a friend or two! See ya there.

Five-Thirty Thursdays
EVERY THURSDAY @ Rockbottom Brewery
w/ Tyler Stenson & Band
5:30 to 7:30

NOTE: New kegs will be tapped on many of these Thursdays and everyone gets a free pint!

This residency will run every Thursday from April 19th through May (7 weeks): April 19, 26 and May 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31. Please join us for any and all of them and spread the word where you can!

Madgesdiq CD Release Party

Tyler Stenson — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 23:16:15 +0000

As you already know, I had the grand opportunity to collaborate with Madgesdiq, a Portland-based hip-hop artist, on a song called World without Walls from his upcoming album Rastamerica. Well, now that the record is done, Madgesdiq has not only asked me to perform our song with him at his CD release party but he’s also asked me and my full band to open for his release show at The Secret Society on March 23rd, 2012. Please join us!!

Madgesdiq CD Release Party w/ Tyler Stenson
GUEST DJ: Rev Shines
Friday March 23rd @ Secret Society
116 NE Russell Street
Portland, OR 97202

21+ / $10 at the door
(includes free copy of Rastamerica)

WORLD without WALLS (feat. Tyler Stenson):
by Madgesdiq © 2012

DOWNLOAD WORLD WITHOUT WALLS ON iTUNES

Ten Days til Sunday

Tyler Stenson — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 08:21:34 +0000

ONLY 10 DAYS TIL SUNDAY MARCH 11TH… Yep, I’m hosting an extremely special concert event on Sunday March 11th and because it’s not your ordinary show, I wanted to make sure you knew the full details…

SUNDAY MATINEE:
Tyler Stenson @ Alberta Rose Theatre
w/ Justin Hopkins and Karen Anne Mathews
Sunday March 11th
Doors at 5 / Show at 5:30

BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW

– ALL-AGES (if accompanied by adult)
– Playing with my full band and debuting new songs
– Yes, it’s a Sunday but I’m on at 6 sharp so it’s an early one
– For you TV junkies, Justin Hopkins is currently on NBC’s The Voice
– This show WILL sell out so be sure to get your tickets NOW!

VIDEOS FROM LAST MARCH 11, 2011:
http://youtu.be/kPkLSS52hDA
http://youtu.be/EDRg7ToKyG4
http://youtu.be/vjUi3fHisYU
http://youtu.be/gOjt6FWhixY

While last March 11th at Alberta Rose was something truly special, I have full intentions of making this one even greater. That said, please spread the word, tell your friends and family, get your tickets (they’re cheaper if you purchase in advance) and join me March 11th for this Sunday Matinee at The Alberta Rose Theatre. THANK YOU ALL!!

BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW

Leave Oregon with Alternate Lyrics

Tyler Stenson — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 21:35:53 +0000

Track number one on my 2010 EP Long Before the Wheel is a song called Leave Oregon — it was the first song I wrote in Nashville and should be considered a direct letter to my loved ones in the West.

While the state of Oregon means the world to me, I knew it wouldn’t resonate with everyone, therefore, I elected to record an alternate version of the same song. In the end, they’re nearly identical but with only one single lyric adjusted within the chorus:

INSTEAD OF:
“Who was I to leave Oregon
When the rearview facing West held all I loved?”

IT IS NOW:
“Who was I to leave where I’m from
When the rearview facing West held all I loved?”

SAMPLE ‘LEAVE WHERE I’M FROM’

DOWNLOAD ‘LEAVE WHERE I’M FROM’ HERE

While I will always sing the true version of Leave Oregon, I thought my non-Oregonian friends and fans might appreciate the alternate lyric that can apply to Any Town USA. Enjoy the song and make it your own!

DOWNLOAD ‘LEAVE WHERE I’M FROM’ HERE

Sunday Matinee at Alberta Rose 3/11

Tyler Stenson — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 21:59:59 +0000

Oh boy, I am pleased to announce the Sunday Matinee at The Alberta Rose Theatre — an all-ages early show w/ Tyler Stenson, Justin Hopkins and our special guest, Karen Mathews. Because this is a rare full-band concert event, this show WILL sell out so be sure to take advantage of the advanced purchase discount and get your tickets now!

BUY TICKETS HERE

DETAILS:
Sunday March 11th @ The Alberta Rose Theatre
- Justin Hopkins w/ full band
- Tyler Stenson w/ full band
- and special guest Karen Anne Mathews
- MINORS WELCOME w/ adult

TIMES:
- Doors @ 5pm
- Karen Mathews @ 5:30
- Tyler Stenson @ 6:00
- Justin Hopkins @ 7:00

TICKETS:
- $9 in advance
- $12 at the door
- $25 VIP tickets available. This limited amount of tickets includes a pre-show meet and greet and a copy of both Justin and Tyler’s CDs!!

This show will sell out so be sure to order in advance at http://albertarosetheatre.com

Someday Lounge This Friday

Tyler Stenson — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 16:31:20 +0000

ATTENTION: I will be coming out of the shadows to play my first show of 2012 THIS FRIDAY at the Someday Lounge in Portland, OR. To make this inaugural show extra special, I will be enlisting the help of a full band in debuting some brand new songs off of the new record and, of course, a couple oldies but goodies.

Not only is this the first show of 2012 but realistically, my first Portland show since October so I hope you’ll help me spread the word, grab some friends and come join me at this fine event!

Tyler Stenson @ Someday Lounge
Friday January 20th at 8:30pm
8 Bucks
21+

w/ The Druthers
Peter Rodocker & So It Is
and Fanno Creek

Stocking Stuffer Steal

Tyler Stenson — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 23:01:42 +0000

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!
Need a cheap stocking stuffer or unique white elephant gift? Well, introducing my Stocking Stuffer Steal. 2 albums and 2 stickers for just 10 bucks!!

THIS DEAL INCLUDES:
-Long Before the Wheel (2010 EP)
-Another Gleam (2011 LP)
-Two 2″ x 4″ vinyl stickers

Of course, you can always give the gift of my other music by shopping my page on CD Baby.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM TYLER STENSON!!

Tyler Stenson is a singer/songwriter in Portland, OR that is increasingly known for his unique brand of elegant folk music. Along with spending 15 months as a singer/songwriter in Nashville, he has been twice-named the “Songwriter of the Year” by the Portland Songwriters Association, “Best Male Artist” at the Portland Music Awards, was nominated for the Wyoming Governor’s Art Award, has opened for famed rocker, Chris Isaak, performed on OPB’s Live Wire! Radio and has 10 studio albums being distributed internationally.

New Elegant Folk Tees

Tyler Stenson — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 15:45:53 +0000

For anyone who wants to join my growing army of fans and proudly proclaim to the world that you are indeed One of the Elegant Folk, I’ve recently launched a line of tees just for you. Found exclusively on ReverbNation, these statement shirts are just $25. Tell somebody!

BUY ONE OF THE ELEGANT FOLK TEES HERE