Thirty
months ago, I began a process of writing, composing and recording a series of
songs. Over the course of this project, I have worked with a number of
remarkable people, all of whom will be properly thanked upon release of the CD.
The following press release was issued yesterday by publicist, George
Dassinger.
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DAN DOYLE’S PROTEST SONG “THE GRAN’ OLE JURY”
SONG HITS HOME
STAY RELEVANT ALBUM TO BE
RELEASED SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
Oliver Wendell Holmes is quoted as saying, “When you write in prose you say what you
mean. When you write in rhyme you say what you must.”
Holmes’ quote is applicable and
aptly descript when it comes to the lyrics of a song. Former basketball coach,
Dan Doyle felt compelled to let his lyrics “say
what he must” and turn a perceived “negative
into a positive.” Doyle’s song, one
from his forthcoming Stay Relevant album
(release date September 15, 2015) is entitled. “The Gran’ Ole Jury” The
idea for the song started when 66 year-old Dan Doyle read through the grand
jury testimony, which led to his indictments on a series of charges related to
the his involvement with 27 year-old Rhode Island-based Institute for
International Sport.
When faced with adversity, often
times, it brings out the best in one’s character. This holds particularly true
when it comes to former basketball coach, Dan Doyle. Now, three-and-a-half
years later, this indictment ordeal has plagued Mr. Doyle, his family and his
beloved Institute of International Sport. Mr. Doyle continues to stay resolute
in professing his innocence and finding ways to set the record straight. “The
Gran’ Ole Jury” is not Mr. Doyle’s only form of protest. He is in
pre-production of a hit-home-styled documentary on the grand jury system.
As Mr. Doyle read through the
Grand Jury testimonies, he found, what he believes to be an extraordinary level
of so-called “witness fabrications”
and documented intimidation tactics deployed by the prosecution. At first, he
was outraged but as Dan Doyle’s civility took hold, he decided to write, compose
and record a protest song, “The Gran’ Ole Jury” as his response.
“The Gran’ Ole Jury” could well
be the first American song in history where the accused (under indictment)
decided to attempt to plead his stance in lyrical form. Is it a protest song?
Yes, it is that and more. For example, one stanza states, “When appearin’ before the Gran Ole Jury, I thought of a line from
Jimmy J (James Joyce). Cuz the white hat was smilin’ like a Saxon – dead
certain that he’d surely get his way. I had no idea – this was a set up – only
one side gettin’ to present – a farce of justice that few understand. And one
that should cause strong dissent.”
This protest song is featured on
a full-length CD, set to be released on September 15, 2015. The CD, entitled Stay Relevant features eleven original
songs from Mr. Doyle. Other songs: “Single
Moms”, “Thank You, Mr. Auden” and
“Boomer Rap.” Also featured is a “stage reading” from a play Mr. Doyle
has written on the life and questionable condemnation of baseball legend/outcast,
“Shoeless
Joe” Jackson.
Acclaimed musician, platinum engineer and producer, Gordon Bahary, whose credits includes
mixing and mastering for Barbra Streisand and Stevie Wonder, has his “right touch” on over 35 million albums
sold. His career has spanned four music-filled decades and continues with his
mixing and mastering of Dan Doyle’s forthcoming Stay Relevant album.
“Dan Doyle’s album is a work of a visionary and true artist. In this
beautiful collection of songs and vibrant performances, Dan hits home. When you
hear the tracks you may well agree with me. I believe Dan is courageous,
authentic and bears his soul for us all. Dan’s strong messages are badly needed
today - delivered in a gentle, classy manner that matches the charm of his
generation. While the rhythms, melodies
and words move along, the listener is moved by a compelling underlying
consciousness that is performed in his deeply
spiritual, subtle and humble way. A blessed piece of work – brilliant,”
Bahary stated.
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Contact: George
Dassinger gdassinger@yahoo.com 973-890-1008