I was recently invited to do a quick on-screen promo for KZME Radio 107.1 fm in support of local music and local radio. While I’m not necessarily Johnny On the Spot, here is what came of it. In the end, it’s a humble promo for a great cause so I hope you’ll support local music by listening to KZME Radio, Music Where You Live.

I recently issued a press release announcing the use of my song We Grow within the newest Chevy Volt commercial. By clicking here or on the link below, you can read the entire press release about this exciting milestone on PRWeb.com. Spread the word!

SYNOPSIS FROM PRWeb.com

Portland-Based Recording Artist Provides Original Music for Most Recent Chevy Volt Commercial With all of the controversial discussions surrounding the new Chevy Volt as of late, Chevrolet has fired back with a national “Just the Facts” television campaign that aims to educate those with a resistance toward the innovative electric vehicle. Providing the elegant soundtrack to the informational retort is Portland-based recording artist, Tyler Stenson, and his original song about progress and change entitled “We Grow.”

READ THE FULL PRESS RELEASE HERE:
http://www.prweb.com/releases/tyler-stenson/we-grow/prweb9236608.htm

I recently returned to the KINK.fm studios to chat with Inessa on the 101.9 KINK.fm Local Music Spotlight. In all, we chatted about the many good things happening in my career including my recent Chevy commercials and my upcoming show at the Alberta Rose Theatre. Listen to the full interview below and join me for this very special show!

Tyler Stenson @ Alberta Rose Theatre
Sunday March 11, 2012
w/ Justin Hopkins and Karen Anne Mathews
Minors Accompanied by Parent
Doors 5pm / Show 5:30pm
$9 adv / $ 12 dos
GET TICKETS HERE

DOWNLOAD ‘WE GROW’ ON CD Baby or iTunes

Yesterday, I was invited into the Indie Music PDX studio to record one of their signature podcasts with host, Jonah Luke. In all, our 30-minute discussion weaved through my musical history, my songwriting process, my time in Nashville and my upcoming performance at The Alberta Rose Theatre on Sunday, March 11th — a comprehensive interview that can be heard, in full, below. Thank you Johah and the other folks at Indie Music PDX for having me on your program!

TYLER STENSON on INDIE MUSIC PDX (30min Podcast)

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Tyler Stenson on Indie Music PDX

PODCAST DETAILS:

Tyler joined us this week to talk about his music, his upcoming show at the Alberta Rose in Portland, and his stint in Nashville. Learn about Tyler’s fascinating songwriting process and more on this episode.

Songs:
Full song – Best Laid Plans, Live from Alberta Rose Theater
Clip – The Road, Bittersweet Parade (2010)
Clip – We Grow, Long Before The Wheel (2010)

I am proud to announce that Chevrolet has recently employed the use of one of my songs within their most recent Chevy Volt commercial. Yep, keep an eye out for the instrumental version of my song We Grow to be featured in a “Just the Facts” about Chevy Volt commercial, both on national television and online.

Like the sound of it? Then download “We Grow” here: iTunes | CD Baby

My media team and I recently issued a press release on PRWeb.com announcing the launch of my new video EPK. Even though the video has already been wildly successful on its own, we’re hoping that this media release will draw further attention to the video and its purpose.

Both the video EPK and the press release are featured, in full, below. Enjoy!

CLICK TO READ THE PRESS RELEASE ON PRWEB.COM

FULL PRESS RELEASE, AS SEEN ON PRWEB.COM:

DIY Indie Artist Releases Innovative New Video Press Kit That Aims to Tell the Story Beyond the Music

Tyler Stenson is a tenacious DIY musician that has self-funded and self-produced 10 albums in 10 years and now, holding true to his same signature of prolificacy, Stenson has just released a beautifully produced video press kit and promotional reel that aims to tell the story of much more than just the music.

Portland, OR (PRWEB) November 08, 2011

Navigating today’s music industry is much like braving the Wild, Wild West of old; every man for himself. Knowing this cold reality well, Tyler Stenson is a tirelessly tenacious DIY musician that has self-funded and self-produced 10 albums in 10 years and now, holding true to his same signature of prolificacy, Stenson has just released a beautifully produced video EPK (electronic press kit) that aims to tell the story that extends beyond the music.

“My goal in making this video was to leave no doubt about exactly who I am as a musician, but more importantly, a person,” says Stenson about his recently released video press kit. “A website with airbrushed photos and pre-recorded audio can only say so much, and can be manipulated to make you into anyone you want to be – video is much more stark and true.”

From start to finish, the 6-minute video short is all at once humble and dazzling. Blending crisply dynamic footage from multiple live performances, music videos and interviews, the viewer gets an immediate sense of Stenson’s obvious musical ability but is rewarded further by his engaging personability and authenticity.

“I’m not sure anybody’s website alone could persuade an industry power that you’re any different from the rest,” Stenson admits. “My hope is that someone will see the person within this film, crooked teeth and all, and simply say, ‘Yes, I’d like to work with that guy.’”

Although Stenson has nearly 90 videos of substantial quality already posted to his YouTube channel, this newly released video EPK shines with a next-level glow. So much, in fact, that in the first 48 hours, it amassed over 75 community shares on Facebook and nearly 700 unique views on YouTube.

With a number of notable songwriting accolades under his belt, there is zero doubt that Stenson’s music is good enough to take him places but he’s well aware that that just isn’t enough these days. However, with this innovative promotional tool, filmed by Quarter 4 Sports and co-produced alongside with Stenson himself, this DIY musician that built his own website and does all of his own design, booking and promotions, hopes that the story beyond the music will be his maker.

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.

CLICK TO READ THE PRESS RELEASE ON PRWEB.COM

I recently got the opportunity to perform on Live Wire! Radio Episode 163 — a stellar variety show that is recorded live in Portland, OR and broadcast on OPB radio for the masses.

In addition to being the featured musical guest, also on the show was acclaimed author, David Guterson, and actors Silas Weir Mitchell and Bitsie Tulloch from the new NBC television show GRIMM. In all, it was a fantastic evening of fine spirits and entertainment and it’s now posted as a podcast for your listening enjoyment.

NOTE: My performance of Great Man’s Funeral can be heard at minute-mark 7:30 and my performance of Better Be Us All can be heard at minute-mark 50:50. Spread the word!

LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE

LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE

DOWNLOAD GREAT MAN’S FUNERAL HERE: www.cdbaby.com/tylerstenson2
DOWNLOAD BETTER BE US ALL HERE: www.cdbaby.com/tylerstenson4

Welcome. This is the official EPK, video press kit and promotional reel for Tyler Stenson, the Portland-based singer/songwriter of “Elegant Folk” music. This 6-minute video has been over a decade in the making and a long-time coming — but timely all at once.

Thanks to the help of Taylor and Matt at Quarter 4 Sports and Beavers without Borders for your equipment, your talent, your dedication to quality and your vision. Without you, the story of my career, my passion and this epic journey, wouldn’t have been told in such a way.

PASS IT ON. SPREAD THE WORD. TELL SOMEBODY.

In an interview earlier this summer for KZME’s Music on the Air TV program, I was asked to recall my favorite Portland moment — what one thing sticks out when I think about my years in Portland as both a resident and a musician?

While I could never-ever account for all of my favorite memories in this fine city, in a moment of pure panic and scattered thoughts, I spouted off two contenders:

1) The final moments of my farewell show at the Aladdin Theater.
2) My first Por Que No taco.

Here is the video footage of My Favorite Portland Moments…

For your reference, here is that final moment at the Aladdin Theater…

Oh, and if you’ve never been to Por Que No, here is the address to both locations…

3524 N Mississippi Ave, Portland – (503) 467-4149
4635 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland – (503) 954-3138

Of course, I have many many many other fantastic memories when it comes to living and playing music in Portland (opening for Chris Isaak at the Oregon Zoo and selling 140+ albums to a host of new fans freshly comes to mind) but it’s still damn near impossible to sum up how kind this city has been, and continues to be, to me.

I was in the Kink.fm studios today and had a pleasant conversation with Inessa that will be featured on tonight’s Kink.fm Local Music Spotlight. Between opening for Chris Isaak in July, opening for Alpha Rev tomorrow at the Aladdin Theater and a new management agreement in the works, we had much to discuss — and discuss we did.

Here is the link to the full interview: http://bit.ly/n8PFNE

TO BE TRANSPARENT, THIS INTERVIEW WAS TO PROMOTE:
1) I’m opening for Alpha Rev at the Aladdin Theater on 9/14
2) I’m playing on the Kink.fm Early Escape Cruise on 9/16
3) I’m playing at the Alberta Rose Theater on 9/29

Tune in tonight to hear the discussion and my song Daffodils live on the air!!