Known for clever, original lyrics and a surprising variety of music styles, Neal Gladstone has developed an enthusiastic following in Pacific Northwest. Long-time fans return to Gladstone's concerts year after year to join the fun. Gladstone and his six-piece band have produced five CDs of satire, ballads, and rockers on subjects ranging from the joys of oatmeal, to the absurdities of politics, to the intricate battle of the sexes.
No subject, however strange or mundane, escapes his consideration. A thinking person's songwriter, Gladstone surprises his listeners with unexpected rhymes and melodies, and can turn the most ordinary subject into hilarious satire. Gladstone is also known for his weekly radio show, featuring his original music and comedy, that ran on Oregon Public Broadcasting radio, KLCC, and KUOW in Seattle. His music has been featured on NPR's 'All Things Considered' and 'Car Talk.'
Delicate, lilting female vocal, in the "style" of Karen Carpenter. Warm and nostalgic remembrance of long ago friendships and longing for renewal. Female Vocal, Pop Music, Pop Ballads
Reedy, sweet tenor vocal. Optimistic song about appreciating friendships, simple things in life and that special ingredient--inspiration. Male Vocal, Pop Music, Easy Listening
Hilarious, tongue-in-cheek Cabaret song warning about the need for "protection". Very much in the style of the famous "Jonathan and Darlene" comedy albums recorded by Jo Stafford and Paul Weston in the 1960s. Female Vocal, Jazz Music, Cabaret Music
Funny, tongue-in-cheek male vocal, with "testifying" female background vocals. Really clever lyrics extolling the virtues of the grapefruit! Male Vocal, Jazz Music, Cabaret Music
Wedding celebration, female vocal, piano accompaniment, marriage, tender, sweet, loving. Vocals by Audrey Perkins. Female Vocal, Pop Music, Pop Ballads
