Wes Hutchinson

'Down In Flames' produced by Sheldon Steiger and James Walsh for Major Who Media in 2006. This is an unbelievably enjoyable record. It’s hard to find an artist that penetrates today’s music with an undeniable timeless quality in voice and authenticity like Wes Hutchinson. His songs are saturated with melody, heart felt lyrics, and music that bridges pop & rock sensibility. Influenced by soul, timeless folk, and unforgettable rock records, Wes issues a sound that is deep rooted and real. Since moving to New York City a two and a half years ago, Wes has enjoyed success as an unsigned artist. Wes was named grand prizewinner of the BMI-sponsored Rock Boat Song Contest, which lead to an opening slot for Shawn Mullins. He also had the opportunity to play a private industry showcase for Billboard Magazine at the prestigious Core Club in Midtown Manhattan, which landed him in Billboard magazine on the ‘Backbeat’ page. “Things we need the most” was the featured song in MTV’s hit series Laguna Beach. Other songs of Wes’ have been featured on TV shows and DVD compilations such as Windfall, Boston Public, Rozwell, Party of Five DVD, The Young and the Restless and the Season 2 Laguna Beach DVD. Wes is thrilled to be one of five recipients this year of the Abe Olman Scholarship for Excellence in Songwriting presented by the Songwriters Hall of Fame and BMI. “It’s the troubadour spirit that gets me through hard times and becomes the storybook that is my life. I hope to evoke and share that with others in all of my songs.” In his repertoire of songs you can hear influences ranging from the vulnerability of John Lennon, paired with the catchy confidence of Crowded House, and also one that draws heavily from rock classics like The Who and U2. Wes brings fun, unwavering passion back into music that carries the weight of a classic and yet he is still anxious to prove to the world that he has what it takes. Wes is sponsored by Gibson guitars and has recently self released his new album ‘Down In Flames’ that’s available for purchase and download from his website. Read more on Last.fm. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.