I got my layout at Cleanupmyspace.com Todd Kessler has not let early recognition alter his course
in pursuit of his passion. In 2005 Kessler found himself as
a finalist in VH1's Song of the Year Contest. Only to be
acknowledged a year later by the web based reality
show, “Prom Queen” which featured his song “Conversations
in Gray.”
Todd Kessler is a Singer/Songwriter whose passion for
what he does comes out in every performance he gives.
His lyrics are insightful commentary on ourselves as people
and our self as a society. With influences such as Bob
Dylan, Bob Marley, along with more contemporary influences
like Ryan Adams, Ray LaMontagne, M. Ward, and David Gray,
Todd's music is subtle in his arrangements yet powerful
in his delivery.
Kessler has released two EP's in the past year, 2007's "The Veronika EP" and 2008's "Boomerang," in which he played a near capacity CD release show at the Double Door, one of Chicago's premier venues. Todd's debut album, "We Are The Musicmakers" was released in July of 2006 and is currently available on iTunes and CDbaby.com.. Based out of Chicago, Todd has toured throughout parts
of the Midwest as well as shows in New York City, San
Francisco, and the famed Kibitz Room at Canter's Deli in
Los Angeles.
"Todd Kessler is a modern Folk singersongwriter
who addresses timeless social and
spiritual issues. Fans will adore his music for
years to come."
- Greg Magers [3-time Grammy nominated
Engineer/Producer, Chicago, IL]
"If you are looking for some new and differet tunes, you should definitely give Chicago based singer/songwriter Todd Kessler a listen! His mix of pop-country-melodramatic melodies and melancholy, yet catchy lyrics gives faith to those that are lost in love or going through heartache. "
- www.musicbleep.com [Los Angeles, CA]
“Todd Kessler's music is as full-bodied as
any electric-heavy band out there.”
- A&R Select [Leading Industry
Independent A&R, Los Angeles, CA]
Yes JB played all of Grace. He played everything to the note. Halleluyah of course was the stopper topper.
My father played on his father's song, I Never Asked to Be Your Mountain which is one of his best I think. I learned shortly thereafter that he, Jeff had covered that song at a tribute concert in honor of Tim. Now that would have been a happening.
Hi Todd, I just noticed your poster of Jeff Buckley and listened to Golden Bird which I loved then the JB covers. Very nice! The videos are a nice new thing too. I saw JB in a small club in Berkeley CA I talked with him a bit and he was a very nice guy. It was so hard to learn he moved along before doing a lot but hey , he is really well known the world over. Just goes to show what two or so incredible records can do.
Hey is Chi town done celebrating the new boss yet? Can he play the blues?
kessler i beg of you return , return, retuen to columbus. the people need you. i need you. i have turned so many of my friends on to your music, please oh please...
heya! we're playing at double door in chicago on october 17th with the everybodyfields, katie herzig, and mccarthy trenching...hope you can swing by... loveski, samantha
Dear Todd, Thanks for your friendship. You are actually my 666th friend, but this is not at all ominous. Best wishes with your Uncommon Ground residency and all you do. Peace. Sincerely, EP
