Andy Germak releases new EP. This is the latest release from the New York City songwriter best known for mixing political/social insights with pop music hooks.
April 9, 2004 (Press Release) --
NEW YORK, NY April 8, 2004 -- Independent singer/songwriter, Andy Germak, releases new EP, Anybody Ever Really Know Anyone?, on his own Rough Diamond Records label. This is the latest release from the New York City songwriter best known for mixing political/social insights with pop music hooks. The EP's title track describes the secret life of FBI agent turned Russian spy, Robert Philip Hanssen. The catchy chorus is reminiscent of the writing style of Elvis Costello, Billy Joel and Joe Jackson. Germak lures the listener in with a sing-along chorus, making the depth of his message more palatable. Such is the case in "Emily's Changing," a song about a woman facing a gender-identity crisis. A Beatle-esque uptempo track, "Think It Through," and an intimate acoustic track, "Crazier Than You," round out the 4-song EP.
Andy Germak's songwriting talents caught the attention of Suzanne Vega in 2002. His song, "Spoonfed," was selected by Vega to be part of the CD, Vigil, a compilation album featuring songs written in response to the September 11th attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City. Germak then opened for Suzanne Vega at the Library of Congress in Washington DC in September 2002, part of the Library's "Summon the Heroes" concert series in remembrance of 9-11.
Germak's 2000 independent CD release, Color Through the Smoke, was well-received by music critics. "Set apart from standard singer-songwriter fare," writes Rolling Stone. "A distinct form of 21st century protest music," comments All Music Guide. And, "a sense of maturity and depth," according to Relix.
Andy Germak is based in New York City and tours throughout the Northeast U.S. alternating between full-band performances and intimate "unplugged" sets. He has carved out his career without the help of a traditional record label, traveling wherever his van can get him and selling CD's out of the trunk. He also administers a popular website (www.andygermak.com) where fans download 50-100 MP3's per day.
For further information, contact Andy Germak at 1-347-564-7886 or info@andygermak.com.
Andy Germak's songwriting talents caught the attention of Suzanne Vega in 2002. His song, "Spoonfed," was selected by Vega to be part of the CD, Vigil, a compilation album featuring songs written in response to the September 11th attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City. Germak then opened for Suzanne Vega at the Library of Congress in Washington DC in September 2002, part of the Library's "Summon the Heroes" concert series in remembrance of 9-11.
Germak's 2000 independent CD release, Color Through the Smoke, was well-received by music critics. "Set apart from standard singer-songwriter fare," writes Rolling Stone. "A distinct form of 21st century protest music," comments All Music Guide. And, "a sense of maturity and depth," according to Relix.
Andy Germak is based in New York City and tours throughout the Northeast U.S. alternating between full-band performances and intimate "unplugged" sets. He has carved out his career without the help of a traditional record label, traveling wherever his van can get him and selling CD's out of the trunk. He also administers a popular website (www.andygermak.com) where fans download 50-100 MP3's per day.
For further information, contact Andy Germak at 1-347-564-7886 or info@andygermak.com.
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