Doug Burr

I like Doug Burr because stylistically his music expands my “listening comfort zone”. Although he is based out of the Lone Star State, (as if you couldn’t tell from the flag in the background above) he separates himself from the body of twang-ish music coming out of places like Austin these days (not that there isn’t a ton of great music in Austin).

There are certainly folk/country elements to his music, but Burr has a way of setting a mood with his songs that sets him apart from more traditional singer/songwriters. The songs are simple, but the layered production adds depth and interesting and unpredictable moments. Like I said, a little bit different from what I usually listen to, but it’s definitely growing on me.

You can get a free mp3 of “In the Garden,” a song off of his new album “On Promenade” at Spune, a label/artist development/promotion company. I think giving away a free single from new releases, or at least allowing potential fans/customers to listen to full tracks is absolutely necessary. Sure, lots of artists are doing it these days, but still not enough have embraced this strategy. I applaud Doug for being with the times.

Now if only the other Doug, (Doug Morris, Universal Music Group CEO) could get with the times. It is scary how music industry executives think: or don’t think.

Doug’s MySpace: www.myspace.com/dougburr

Doug’s Website: www.dougburr.com

Photo Credit: Kate Mackley