
Listen to Live recordings of Alan Morphew and The Hit at rehearsal - June 2009 VIDEO Watch Alan Morphew and The Hit perform live...Read More || Read Less Alan Morphew and The Hit live at The Fish House / OBW in Okoboji, IA on Oct. 3, 2009. As a trio, Alan Morphew, Peter Dotson, and Mariano Flores perform a jam / medley of "The Soundtrack of Our Lives" (Alan Morphew), "Stairway To Heaven" (Led Zeppelin), and "All Along the Watchtower" (Bob Dylan). BIO Alan Morphew and The Hit was born in the Spring of 2009.... Read More || Read Less
Morphew's latest CD,
The American Dream, was receiving critical praise, nationwide radio airplay,
multiple songwriting contest awards, and a nomination for "Best Americana
Album of the Year" in the 2009 Los Angeles Music Awards.
A powerful vocalist, trained by L.A.'s best and with a long list of credits including his vocal work on Neil Young's "Living With War" CD, Alan was looking for the right band. Spending most of the year at his home in NW Iowa, nearby Minneapolis seemed to be a natural place to find the right players to complete the package. Enter guitarist Peter Dotson, and drummer Mariano Flores. The band worked through the spring rehearsing exciting new versions of favorites from Morphew's critically acclaimed CDs as well as a very impressive list of crowd-pleasing cover songs. "We wanted to keep it all pretty high energy and danceable but still offer a wide range of music so that there is something for everyone. Most people enjoy a variety of good music so it makes sense to us to keep that in mind when choosing cover songs to play." The 3 piece core of the band also works with additional musicians and is available to perform as a 3 to 7 piece band. "Hard to find a band that plays with this much style", "Amazing", "Nice mix of tunes for all tastes", "a fun night of listening and a great party band" were among the comments heard after a recent performance. "I'm really happy to be working with these guys. It's been a pleasure and very inspiring to me" says Morphew. And he is not alone in his opinion. The band is an instant hit whenever they play. And I think you will agree. PRESS "Hard to find a band that plays with this much style"... Read More || Read Less "The record industry only cares about who writes the best songs; who has that career establishing song. And I think this guy's got a couple of them." - Al Bowman, Los Angeles Music Awards "the very best Folk-Funk-Acid-Jam-Classic-Modern-Rock band around... well-respected and sought-after Minneapolis players with the creativity, passion, and drive needed... The real deal" - Pilot Tribune, June 2009 - Storm Lake, IA "Multi-talented singer and award-winning songwriter Alan Morphew will no doubt be a revelation to the 180 Main audience when he performs with his band The Hit... The band has put together a tight show of Morphew's originals and a diverse set of covers that will no doubt surprise and entertain... Morphew and The Hit are sure to live up to their band name." -365 ink Magazine Aug 20 - Sep 2, 2009 Dubuque, IA "Hard to find a band that plays with this much style... 'Amazing' was one word I heard more than once... Nice mix of tunes for all tastes... Nice crowd in attendance... a fun night of listening and a great party band... book 'em now" - Rollie Jensen, professional musician (after A.M. & The Hit's first show) "Alan Morphew plays folk rock, with elements of country and 70's classic rock... A strong singer / songwriter with melodic and catchy tunes... Lyrics range from the personal and introspective to the socially conscious... Morphew has an outstanding voice with an impressive range. His ability to move effortlessly from lower notes to a Jeff Buckley-esque falsetto serves his songs well... A spirited performance, making eye contact with audience members, engaging the crowd verbally, and singing with earnest passion... He has a great deal of stage presence and a willingness to interact with his audience in a warm and honest way..." - Music Connection Magazine, June 2007 - Los Angeles, CA "A genuine soul carrying on the long practiced folk music tradition of 'leaving it all behind' and pursuing his musical dreams... Alan Morphew is a fabulous singer / songwriter and musician. Alan's 'Four More' release really showcases his studio savvy production skills and borders on being the best 'Folk Pop' creation I have experienced." - Phillip Beasley, President, Memphis Songwriters Assoc, 2007, Memphis, TN "The American Dream" sings of our life and times in the new America. This is one of the most important folk rock albums of modern time." - Nick Katona 2009, Melodic Revolution Records / Clinton, NY Art and Music Festival "I love his sound. I absolutely do." - Mary Trainor, KUOO Radio, Spirit Lake, IA 2009 "Alan Morphew is becoming a household name in the Iowa Great Lakes." - Discover! July 7, 2007 - Okoboji, IA "Marvelously catchy, which you'll find yourself humming and whistling weeks later." - All Access Magazine, November 2005 - Los Angeles, CA "Beautifully-crafted material... Perhaps it's his powerful, clear voice that evokes passion, sensitivity, eloquense and a sense of purpose and intent. In the tradition of the best singer/songwriters of the '70s like Neil Young, Bob Dylan and Cat Stevens, Morphew puts the focus of the song and its message front and center..." - All Access Magazine, April 2006 - Los Angeles, CA "very talented songwriter and extraordinarily gifted vocalist... very radio friendly CD... songs that are loaded with emotion and show the passion for life that the singer obviously has... [An] amazingly gifted voice... I thoroughly enjoyed the time spent with this CD." - SongsAlive, 2005 - International Songwriters Organization "His voice is soothing and dynamic with an impressive range. His songs draw you in with lyrics anyone can relate to and instantly memorable melodies..." - The Paper, May 2007, Laurens, IA "Rich, layered instrumentation blends well with Alan's varied singing styles and visual lyrics. Morphew's music is familiar - reminiscent of 70's rock yet fresh with modern production & original arrangements... an expressive vocalist singing falsetto with power" - Kweevak Music, 2005 - Portland, OR "The venue [is] referring to itself as 'the South's new intimate music venue.' Featured songwriters include Alan Morphew, an award-winning singer-songwriter from Los Angeles. 'We're concentrating on the serious songwriter,' said (booking agent) Aubrey." - Redandblack, September 20, 2006 - Athens, GA "There are reasons to look forward to this weekend. I would go to the Cafe Acoustic to see Los Angeles singer / songwriter, Alan Morphew. Morphew writes great folk rock that draws from a slew of influences old (Neil Young) and new (Jeff Buckley)." - St. Joseph News - Press - Off Hours, July 20, 2007 - St. Joseph, MO "BMI Los Angeles presented four creative singer/songwriters at its last installment of the Acoustic Lounge, featuring performances by Alan Morphew... The Acoustic Lounge is a great opportunity to network and be involved in the grass-roots/DIY musical movement." - BMI Music World, BMI.com, Music Connection Magazine, July 2006 & 2007 Awards: "The American Dream" - Nominated Best Americana Album - 2009 Los Angeles Music Awards "Fortunate Johnny" - Top 20 Finalist - 2008 Unisong Int'l Songwriting Competition "Daniel Lincoln" - Top 20 Finalist - 2007 Unisong Int'l Songwriting Competition "A Soldier's Story" - Top 20 Finalist - 2007 Unisong Int'l Songwriting Competition "Picture From A Dream" - Top 20 Finalist - 2006 Unisong Int'l Songwriting Competition "Alan Morphew" (EP) - Editor's Choice Award for Best Music Project of the Year - 2006 Kweevak Music Awards, Portland, OR. Alan Morphew - Nominated "Best Singer / Songwriter" - 2006 L.A. Music Awards Awarded - "Best Songwriter" - 2005 All Access Music Awards - Los Angeles, CA Awarded - "Best Songwriter" - 2004 Rock City Music Awards - Los Angeles, CA SETLIST Alan Morphew and The Hit perform songs from Alan Morphew's CDs as well as everything from Maroon 5 to Johnny Cash... Read More || Read Less The Beatles / Blind Melon / David Bowie / Johnny Cash / Coldplay / Cream / Sam Cooke / Death Cab For Cutie / The Doors / Bob Dylan / Finger Eleven / Foo Fighters / Four Non-Blondes / Guns & Roses / Bill Haley / Merle Haggard / Jimi Hendryx / Buddy Holly / Jane's Addiction / Kings of Leon / Led Zeppelin / Lonestar / Bob Marley / Maroon 5 / Dave Matthews Band / Tim McGraw / John Mellencamp / Steve Miller Band / Van Morrison / Nirvana / Pink Floyd / Elvis Presley / The Police / Prince / Tom Petty / Rascal Flatts / Santana / Sublime / Randy Travis / Third Eye Blind / Violent Femmes / Joe Walsh / Bill Withers / Neil Young / And many others DISCOGRAPHY Alan Morphew Discography...Read More || Read Less "The American Dream" Artist: Alan Morphew ©2008 GreyCat Records "Four More" Artist: Alan Morphew ©2007 GreyCat Records "Living With War" Artist: Neil Young ©2006 Reprise Records "Alan Morphew" Artist: Alan Morphew ©2005 GreyCat Records "Soundtrack" Artist: Patchwork Symphony ©2001 HornDog Records "Disappear" Artist: TSOL ©2001 Nitro Records "Patchwork Symphony" Artist: Patchwork Symphony ©1999 HornDog Records "Hall of Fame" Artist: Hall of Fame ©1997 (out of print) "Mirror" Artist: Mirror ©1996 J.S.R. Music Alan Morphew record production and engineering credits also available. RADIO "The American Dream" by Alan Morphew is playing on Radio Stations nationwide. Read More || Read Less ACRN - Athens, OH / WHRW - Binghamton, NY / KASF - Alamosa, CO WIDR - Kalamazoo, MI / KAYL - Storm Lake, IA / WJJW - North Adams, MA KCCQ - Ames, IA / WKNH - Keene, NH / KCHA - Charles City, IA WKPS - University Park, PA / KCHE - Cherokee, IA / WLVR - Bethlehem, PA KFAI - Minneapolis, MN / WMHC - South Hadley, MA / KGRR - Dubuque, IA WMSE - Milwaukee, WI / KICG - Oskaloosa, IA / WMUC - College Park, MD KJAN - Atlantic, IA / WMUH - Allentown, PA / KKMI - Burlington, IA WMWM- Salem, MA / KLKK - Mason City, IA / WNHU - West Haven, CT KMAQ - Maquoketa, IA / WNMC - Traverse City, MI / KRVS - Lafayette, LA WNMH - Northfield, MA / KSDB - Manhattan, KS / WNYO - Oswego, NY KUNI - Cedar Falls, IA / WOUB - Athens, OH / KUOO - Spirit Lake, IA WQSU - Selinsgrove, PA / KUYY - Spencer, IA / WRBB - Boston, MA KVSC - St. Cloud, MN / WRFW - River Falls, WI / KWUR - St. Louis, MO WRHU - Hempstead, NY / WARC - Meadville, PA / WRKC - Wilkes-Barre, PA WBRS - Waltham, MA / WRPI - Troy, NY / WCCM - Randolph, NJ WRRG - River Grove, IL / WCFM - Williamstown, MA / WRUV - Burlington, VT WCLH - Wilkes-Barre, PA / WSCW - Worcester, MA / WCVF - Fredonia, NY WSDP - Canton, MI / WCWM - Williamsburg, VA / WSHL - North Easton, MA WCWS - Wooster, OH / WSPN - Saratoga Springs, NY / WDBK - Blackwood, NJ WSYC - Shippensberg, PA / WDJM - Framingham, MA / WTSR - Ewing, Trenton, NJ WECS - Willimantic, CT / WUSO - Springfield, OH / WECX - St. Petersburg, FL WUSR - Scranton, PA / WERG - Erie, PA / WVKC - Galesburg, IL WFCS - New Britain, CT / WVMW - Scranton, PA / WGLS - Glassboro, NJ WWSU - Dayton, OH / WGSU - Geneseo, NY / WXCI - Danbury, CT WHFR - Dearborn, MI / WXOU - Rochester, MI PHOTOS Click here for Alan Morphew and The Hit photos. 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