As a young musician straight out of Texas, RADNEY FOSTER SPENT THE
LENGTHY DRIVES IN BETWEEN TOUR STOPS READING THE LIKES OF JOHN
STEINBECK, Larry McMurtry, and Harper Lee. Over 30 years of artist
cuts later, there is no question that he himself is an established
storyteller. Whether it’s navigating the ever-changing music
industry or battling a sudden, terrifying illness – FOSTER
DEFINITELY HAS A STORY TO TELL. In late Fall 2015, the legendary
songwriter got the diagnosis every musician fears-- a severe case of
pneumonia and laryngitis. However, for someone who’s been producing
songs for almost 40 years, the desire to write doesn’t fade along
with the voice. During a grueling six week period of vocal constraint,
Foster’s creative side emerged in the form of a short story inspired
by the song, titled “Sycamore Creek,” and the idea for Foster’s
newest endeavor was born.
For You To See The Stars is a project comprised of two parts – a
book and a CD. The book is a collection of short stories published by
Working Title Farm. Though the stories are fiction, they are informed
by Foster’s upbringing on the Mexican border in Del Rio, TX. The
story that most closely resembles memoir, “Bridge Club,” is a
humorous and poignant retelling of the song “Greatest Show on
Earth,” a recollection of playing music with family and friends on
the back porch on a Saturday night.
While it’s evident that Texas has always been an inspiration for his
music, in For You To See The Stars, Foster explores various
landscapes, both physical and emotional, from the story of a retired
spy in New Orleans, to the tale of a Dallas lawyer wandering the Rocky
Mountains in search of redemption, to a post apocalyptic parable of a
world in endless war.
The beauty of this CD/book combo lives within Foster’s extensive
imagery, which not only further expands the meaning behind Foster’s
songs, but gives the reader a look at the thought process behind his
songwriting. “For me, the goal of writing is always to touch that
one person so much that they wonder how I got a peek into their living
room--how I understood exactly what they felt. More than just rhyming
or having a pretty melody, I try to express a part of the human
condition that can make someone want to laugh, cry, make love, or all
of the above.”
Although the literature can be enjoyed independently, each story is
uniquely coupled with a song. The 10-track album, also titled For You
To See The Stars, features nine new songs and a special re-recording
of “Raining on Sunday,” the song Foster co-wrote with Darrell
Brown, which became one of Keith Urban’s top Billboard singles. The
album was recorded at the historic Nashville studio Sound Emporium and
was produced by award-winning Will Kimbrough, who also plays multiple
instruments and sings on the record.
For You To See The Stars is Radney Foster’s eleventh album. Foster
has written eight number one hit singles, including his own “Nobody
Wins,” and “Crazy Over You” with duo Foster & Lloyd. His
discography contains countless cuts by artists ranging anywhere from
country (Keith Urban, The Dixie Chicks, Luke Bryan, Nitty Gritty Dirt
Band) to contemporary (Marc Broussard, Hootie & The Blowfish, Kenny
Loggins, Los Lonely Boys). Although highly recognized and accomplished
in the music world, Foster is a true renaissance man. In addition to
For You To See The Stars being his first book, Foster recently starred
in the world premiere of "Troubadour,” at Atlanta’s Tony Award
winning Alliance Theatre. He also appears in the upcoming feature
film, Beauty Mark.
For You To See The Stars is Foster at his classic storytelling best,
both as a seasoned singer/songwriter and a soulful writer of prose.
Although both components stand alone as separate pieces of art-- they
are meant to be enjoyed together for a reason. When coupled, the book
and CD give fans a deeper insight into the subconscious of Foster’s
storytelling. Journalist Peter Cooper puts it best, “Radney Foster
writes with uncommon depth of emotion, humor, empathy, and clarity.
I’m going to ask him how he does it, and if he tells me I’ll let
you in on his secret. Until then, it’s best that we read, wonder,
and revel.”
SCOTT KURT
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RADNEY FOSTER
Southern by way of the Rust Belt, Scott Kurt's unique brand of country
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rock. Influenced by artists like Eric Church, Jon Pardi, Luke Combs,
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and melodically. The skillful storytelling behind his lyrics powered
Kurt's single "American Man" to the iTunes Country Top 40.
His hard work and talent have earned Scott opening slots for some of
country’s biggest and brightest stars, including Cole Swindell,
Montgomery Gentry, Jimmie Allen, Eli Young Band, Kip Moore, Easton
Corbin, and many more.
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