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Singer/Songwriter Dave Lenahan Simultaneously Releases His New Single "If I Were A Song" and Debut EP, ...Or Something Like That
Radio SoBro's "New Song of the Day," 1:10 & 6:10 PM CST
The Bluebird Cafe - 6 PM CST
Now Available On All Digital & Streaming Platforms
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"If I Were A Song, I'd Be This One. Great Job, Dave!" - Tim Kelly, President KICR Indie Country Radio
"The first line in 'If I Were A Song' had my eyes welling up. This beautiful song touched my heart so, it brought me to tears that fast. Not an often occurrence!" - Songwriter, Sandi Rose
(Nashville, TN - July 11th, 2023) - Singer/songwriter Dave Lenahan is excited about the simultaneous release of his new single “If I Were A Song” and debut EP, "...Or Something Like That. The single will be featured twice on Radio SoBro as their New Song of the Day at 1:10 and 6:10 PM CST. The catchy, toe-tappin,' country-flavored Americana tune with captivating harmonies takes listeners on a musical journey where the song lyrics compare those feelings of love to a song. "If I Were A Song" was co-written with award-winning songwriters Billy Lee (Gary Allan's "The One") and Michael Saleta. The song was produced by Peter "Ren" Renfree and is now available on all digital and streaming platforms. Listen HERE.
"'If I Where a Song'was an idea that I had for a while, reflects Lenahan. "Comparing love to the feeling you sometimes get from a song. The way the melody can stick in your mind and stay with you and the lyrics touch your heart and your soul. The twist in the bridge really brings the idea home! Big thanks to my talented co-writers Billy Lee and Michael Saleta, and also to my producer, Ren Renfree. He really helped me to find the sound I was looking for on this record. I wanted an Americana feel - stripped down and not over-produced with emphasis on the song. Ren found the perfect blend."
"...I'd be the melody that burns in your memory
Like a feeling that won’t let go
I'll be the poetry rhythm and energy
with a lyric that takes you home
And makes you sing along
If I were a song
If I were a song
I’d be on your playlist
Had a bad day
I’ll help you get over it
I’d be that kind of song
...And, you'd know every line, every rhyme, every note
Cause if I were a song… I’d be the one you wrote"
"The title of my EP '…Or Something Like That,' comes from Tim Skeen, one of my co-writers. We were making a work tape in my studio and at the very end of the song "Louisville Slugger," he jokingly sang “...Or Something Like that.” I immediately knew I wanted that to be the title of my EP. We laughed so hard and now every work tape I make ends with me singing those words. I have even been known to do that at shows," adds Lenahan.
This release coincides with Lenahan's round at the iconic Bluebird Cafe. Also appearing on this SOLD OUT show is co-writer Billy Lee, Marc-Alan Barnette, and Scott Barrier. There will be a few walk-up tickets available that are first-come, first served when doors open.
Lenahan's "Squirrel Train" co-written with Nashville tunesmiths Scott Barrier and Pamela Hopkins was recently nominated for a 2023 Josie Music Award for "Song of the Year" in the Folk/Americana category. The awards will be held at the world-famous Grand Ole Opry House on October 22, 2023 at 7 PM. CST. Tickets can be purchased HERE.
To learn more about Dave Lenahan, his music, and shows, visit his Website, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Spotify, and YouTube. To learn more about Songwriter Connection Podcast click HERE.