Dan Harris - Hotdogs and Chardonnay
Folk
Colorado, U.S.
Overall Impression: Singer-Songwriter Dan Harris has warmed up the airwaves with the release of Hotdogs and Chardonnay. This charming new Folk tune relishes in the nostalgia of good times spent with someone you really care for. It tells the wonderful story of a couple skipping town on a Summer night, having car troubles, and then enjoying a dinner cooked on the radiator. Courtesy of its folksy instrumentation, the tune has an old timey sound and feel that casts a relaxing energy. The harmonica and fiddle are supported by the acoustic guitar and bass, and each takes a turn dancing in the moonlight. The lyrics provide a surplus of details, and the listener will benefit from really tuning their ears in to the phrasing. Overall, this song has an extremely charming mood, sweet lyricism, and an acoustic sound that fans of Folk, Singer-Songwriters, and Americana will want to listen to again and again.
Strongest Point(s): While the lyrics are the driving force behind Hotdogs and Chardonnay, the musical underpinning leaves a very strong impression. The harmonica and fiddle add such a wonderful color that can change the listener's mood. Even nothing about the song is actually simple, these instruments (along with the guitar and bass) provide a feeling of simpler times.
Target Audience Appeal: Fans of Singer Songwriters, Folk, and Americana will enjoy Hotdogs and Chardonnay by Dan Harris.
Artist target suggestions: John Prine, Bob Dylan, Gordon Lightfoot, Harry Chapin, Joni Mitchell, James Taylor, Joan Baez, Leonard Cohen, Jim Croce, Cat Stevens, John Denver, Willie Nelson, Arlo Guthrie, Van Morrison, Judy Collins
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Zachary Larson is a professional guitarist and multi-instrumentalist in New York City. He performs frequently on Broadway and has toured with several musicals, onboard cruise lines, and as a classical chamber musician. His recorded work spans across Classical, Musical Theater, and Pop music. He holds a Master’s degree in music and has been a part of the Radio Airplay team for three years. Steven Azami is a multi-instrumentalist with over 25 years of experience in the music industry. Both as a touring/session player and as a producer, his career has spanned nearly every genre from bluegrass to jazz, from rock to reggae. In addition, his work as a music educator has allowed him to cultivate and foster talent among the next generation of musical explorers.