Alan Kirk & Switch

Alan Kirk

“I write songs about the ins and outs of life, my own and for the characters I invent. If I can leave you feeling sad, angry or happy about being alive, I’ve done a good job! The new album Some Songs covers a lot of ground both musically and topically – some fresh songs for you,  in the Classic style.”

- Songwriter/Performer Alan Kirk

‘Hungry’ featured in International TV/Radio commercial for Red Lobster Restaurants.

‘Love Me Tomorrow’ featured on new release ‘Traces’ by iconic German band Jane.

(http://www.jane-music.com/jane-eng/Seiten/Start.htm)

‘Hide Your Heart’ on “New Faces, New Music” compilation by Radio RNR, Los Angeles.

(http://radiornr.com/artist-of-the-day/radiornr-artist-alan-kirk/5913)

‘Time In The World’ featured in indie feature film “The Tanchiro Brothers”.

(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9cmnuHR3nU)


Alan’s Latest Release

Some Songs album cover

Buy at:

Title: Alan Kirk — Some Songs

Tracks:

Some Songs shows just how well Alan Kirk can write and record what satisfies – catchy, energetic Party Rock. The album sees the return of key members of Alan’s production team, with some talented new additions. This album is getting attention from internet radio in North America and Europe, and set to provide more great music for downloads, TV and film.

Previous Release

Getting There album cover

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Title: Alan Kirk — Getting There

Tracks:

Getting There is the product of a musical and personal journey that spans the continent. Recorded in New York, Virginia, British Columbia and Newfoundland, the album was carefully crafted over a two-year period, and serves as a great introduction to this fine songwriter’s talent.

Alan’s Bio

Alan Kirk’s songs have been placed in TV shows, commercials, film and with other recording artists. He has played solo and with various groups  in the U.S., Canada, Europe and beyond.Starting his performing career in the U.S.  as a teenager, Alan moved to Canada to continue playing and writing, while  working in the music industry -  making lasting contacts in music production, publishing and film. His stylistic influences have ranged from Classic Rock to Alternative to Electronica,  giving Alan appeal to a broad cross section of the listening audience.He continues to write great music, play with his band The Alternators, and work on a variety of projects for Phonic Records. Alan currently lives in the Nelson area in British Columbia, Canada, where he finds inspiration from the areas natural beauty and ecclectic, creative culture.The Switch band touring lineup includes Alan, bassist Charly Maucher from the iconic German band Jane, Ray Yule on keyboards, and veteran Vancouver drummer Kim Masse.

Upcoming Performances

For booking information, contact us here at Phonic Records: 1-877-226-7176

  • July 9-11 – Whatshan Lake Music Festival
  • July 14 – Music  In The Park Series   Castlegar, B.C.
  • July 15-18 – Nakusp Music Fest Fringe
  • July 24 – Cottonwood Falls Market   Nelson, B.C.
  • August 28 – Sleep Is For Sissies   Winlaw, B.C.
  • October 2010 – Alan Kirk German Tour, including dates with Jane
  • Check back for more club & festival dates!

Track Record

  • Song cover of ‘Love Me Tomorrow’ by German rock legends Jane.
  • Sound Vibes 2009 Compilation Showcase – Nelson, BC
  • New Faces, New Music Compilation – Radio RNR, Los Angeles
  • KBS Radio Showcase / CD Release Party, Finley’s Nightclub – Nelson, BC
  • The Underground – Portland
  • Edge of Creation Festival (Burning Man), Albuquerque, NM
  • German Mini-tour – Bremen, Cologne, Hanover
  • CityFest – Vancouver, BC
  • Richmond Music & Cultural Festival, Richmond, VA

Interviews & Reviews

Alan Kirk Still Rocking – Express Newspaper   Read

  • ” “Great tracks, wicked guitar licks, rock with a smoother edge – top cd.”   – Off The Chart Radio, UK
  • ” One of the best independent CD’s we’ve heard!”   – WHAN Radio, Richmond, VA
  • ” Sounds like a Classic Rock album of a high order.”   – Express News, Nelson, BC
  • ” Alan’s sound is better than ever! … solid writing, his love of music shines through.”   – KBS Hit Radio, BC

Press Kit, Video and Photos

Video: View a  documentary short about Alan, his music and his first album, ‘Getting There’.
Play Video – 56k / High Speed(Windows Media Player)
Print: Download a printable version of Alan’s ONE SHEET.
Download PDF format One Sheet (1.1 Mb)

Photos: Click to view larger image.
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Live photography by Liquid Light Photography