Grey Melcher

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Grey Melcher has been experimenting with recording since he was a young boy.
Over the years he has further developed his strengths as a multi-instrumentalist, vocalist and composer, but he has garnered the respect of his peers for his work as a producer, arranger, musical director and composer for various bands and studio recording projects, as well.

Melcher resides in Portland, Oregon where he continues to stretch the boundaries sonic creation.

 

“…This is pop music with a tasty bunch of twists and turns that takes the listener on a journey. It's refreshing to hear an artist like this who follows no trends yet mixes so many influences into their own voice…”

“… listening to this album feels like when I first started listening to Zappa; you know the artist is a genius when you can't wait to hear every song they do. This record is truly how musicians should be making albums these days but for some reason, aren't …”

“…he is an artist unlike so many others, where content and delivery enables the listener to reflect on their own lives. The most talented are usually the most underappreciated and it is not just some music but a life w/ instruments...”

“…I am constantly astounded by how he takes me far, far away with his excellent story telling and musicianship, utilizing clever choices of instruments, voices and sounds, and yet, at the end, only a few minutes have passed. His ability to write a very simple, poignant song like "Alone" and then an expansive masterpiece like "Natural World", which always leaves me feeling that I have been part of an event, demonstrates what an incredibly gifted artist he is. ‘The Clock' is amazing!”

“… funky, intelligent, catchy and at times odd and disturbing music that defies easy pigeonholing or classification. Dada, chamber music, new wave, progressive and art-rock are all alluded to, but ultimately Mr. Melcher creates utterly unique moments and songs. Only the patient listener will be rewarded, but he or she will be treated to an experience unlike any other.”

“… as a musician, the music keeps you surprised and eager to hear more. There is a pop sensibility that turns these songs into catchy sing along tunes that will stay in your head, and you will catch yourself singing them as you go about your life! A TRUE MASTERPIECE.......”