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Posted by Krista Mettler Toronto, ON: Kevin Hearn, the multi-instrumentalist/keyboardist of Barenaked Ladies' fame, is set to release his new solo album, "Nightlight," with his band Thin Buckle, on June 1st. The album, which is coming out on Hybrid Recordings (with distribution by RED) in the United States, will be released in Canada via MapleNationwide on April 13th. "Nightlight" is Hearn's third solo album, and yet another opportunity for him to explore musical destinations of his own choosing. The rough part refers to Kevin's successful battle with Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia, a form of blood cancer. He was diagnosed in 1998, and during his treatment, he simultaneously fought for his life and wrote what would become his second album, "H-Wing," which garnered a Juno nomination for best artwork. "H-Wing" also received great critical acclaim: · "A gently insightful collection of pop songs? The album has a feeling of timelessness?" - Toronto Globe and Mail · "?a subtle mix of swirling keyboards, gently chiming guitar and dark lyrical themes." - Vancouver Sun Hearn's first solo album, "Mothball Mint," was recorded in 1997 during rare moments off from the Barenaked Ladies. He joined BNL as a fill-in keyboardist on a summer tour in 1995 and ended up staying on as a full-time member. It was just before his diagnosis in 1998 that BNL recorded their smash album, "Stunt," which spawned the number one hit, "One Week." "Stunt" was certified quadruple platinum in the U.S. and sold millions more worldwide. Prior to hooking up with the Ladies, Hearn spent six years as a member of Look People, a Toronto performance art band that combined energetic, challenging musical arrangements with nursery rhyme lyrics. He also toured with the comedy troupe Corky and The Juice Pigs, and recorded two albums with Canadian alternative favorites, The Rheostatics. The Barenaked Ladies are currently on tour for their album "Everything to Everyone," and in between those dates, Hearn hopes to do some solo touring in the U.S. this summer in support of "Nightlight." Dates will be announced as soon as they are confirmed. Kevin Hearn can be found online at www.kevinhearn.com Link: http://www.skyemediaonline.com
on 3/28/2004, 8:29 am
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KEVIN HEARN & THIN BUCKLE TO RELEASE NEW ALBUM
A sonically beautiful and captivating album, "Nightlight" features the musical contributions of Thin Buckle, which is composed of Derek Orford (guitar), Chris Gartner (bass), and Great Bob Scott (drums). The 16-page CD booklet accompanying the album includes unique and colorful drawings by Kevin himself. Recorded in 2002 following some incredibly trying times, the album's songs are poignant and hopeful. As Kevin says about them: "The all contain an element of reflection on a life experience, a little stroll through the rough part of the memory lane district."
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