Album
Review from Billboard
Magazine
Country
music is something of a muddle these days, with reviewers
and critics drawing lines between contemporary popular
country, alternative triple A country, and traditional
country. Of all the categories, the third is the most
confusing because it refers to popular country made anytime
between the '20s and the '70s or '80s. Ronnie Baker sings
traditional country on his 2006 self-titled, though songs
like "One Bar Town" wouldn't be too out of place
of contemporary country radio. The thing is, Baker, while
supplementing steel with electric guitar, is never quite
as over-the-top as the radio's current heartthrobs. A
song like "All I Can Do Is Love You" is a tasteful,
easy-flowing love song with fiddles and a gentle backbeat;
"Urban Cowboy Wanna Be" moves to a medium-tempo
boogie, updating Jimmy Buffett's "Brand New Country
Star." "Urban Cowboy Wanna Be" also qualifies
as Baker's comment on the less-than-genuine propagators
of country. The acoustic-electric band arrangements are
well done, and carefully chosen to fit each song. Baker's
also a soulful singer, quite at home with the chosen material.
For those disillusioned with contemporary quality but
not quite ready to jump on the alternative bandwagon,
Ronnie Baker has put together an enjoyable, well-made
country album.
~
Ronnie D. Lankford, Jr., All Music Guide
PERFORMANCE
REVIEW: June 22, 2006
“Ronnie’s
performance at the infamous Bluebird Café was incredible.
The record industry dignitaries present in the audience
were truly captivated by Ronnie’s unique style and
passionate vocal delivery. His presence on stage was emotional,
engaging, and entertaining to say the least.”
Whitney
Stuart
-Nashville recording artist
December
2005 Latest News and Update
THE RONNIE BAKER CD RELEASE CONCERT
ON NOVEMBER 19, 2005 was a huge success.
Orlando,
Florida:
Nashville Recording Artist “Ronnie Baker”
C.D. Release Concert was held at The Barn in Sanford,
Florida, 32771. Saturday, November. 19th, 2005,
and 1300 people came out to enjoy an incredible
night of music. It was a magical night and everyone
had a great time. Line dancers were dancing, partiers
were partying and the crowd had a rousing response
for Ronnie’s energetic show. |
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click on picture for the high resolution promo
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Whether
it's soulful country ballads or high-energy country
rock, Ronnie thrilled fans with his emotional voice,
dynamic stage presence and high-octane delivery! Ronnie
Baker is without a doubt, a fantastic and extremely
exciting entertainer with one of the greatest voices
in country music today!
Greg Perkins, the producer of Ronnie’s new self
titled CD performed with Ronnie on November 19th. Greg
is a highly respected producer and musician in Nashville,
he has produced recordings for Nashville Recording Artist
Gretchen Wilson, Rascal Flats, and has performed with
renowned Nashville artist Shelly West, David Frezell
and Dottie West, just to name a few. The musicians backing
Ronnie at the Barn that evening represent some of Nashville’s
finest studio musicians who work with Nashville Recording
Artist, such as Brad Paisley.
Talent Is God Given, Be Thankful...
Fame Is Man Given, Be Humble...
Conceit Is Self Given, BE CAREFUL!
The New CD –
“ Ronnie Baker”
Musicians:
Greg Perkins: Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Steel
Guitar, Fiddle, Keyboards, and Strings.
Jason Chance: Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar
Eric Horner: Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar
Mike Johnson: Steel Guitar
Chris Wood: Drums and Percussion.
Chuck Tilley: Drums
Kevin Grant: Bass Guitar
Bill Sweeny: Keyboards
Background Vocals: Greg Perkins, Dave Mikael
Production & Recording Credits:
Producer, Greg Perkins. Co - Producer, Charlie Allen
Executive Producer, Donald L. Taylor
Recorded, Engineered, & Mixed by Warren Peterson,
Greg Perkins
Recorded at Music Row Productions Studios, Nashville,
Tenn. & Makin Trax Studios, Nashville, Tenn.
Mixed at Music Row Productions
Mastered at Masterphonics, Nashville, Tenn.
Photography: Tim Tew, Ron Kulik
Styling: Janet Merick
Hair: Theresa Smith
You will be able to purchase the self titled C.D. “RONNIE
BAKER” and Commemorative T Shirts on line soon.
Please
contact us:
For booking info, contact Mike Zeller at
mdzeller.com
Click
here to view Ronnie's EPK (Electronic Press Kit)
For
requests for interviews, or radio show guest appearances
please email us today! Ronnie would love to hear from
you.
Email:
info@ronniebaker.net
