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24.12.2012

Electric Burma
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the concert documentary film

The concert documentary film, shot with 8 cameras, will be available soon on DVD and will be screened on TV.  RTE 2 in Ireland will show the TV version on December 27th for the first time! ...

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08.12.2012

Two new cover songs of "Toast To Freedom"

          On Human Rights Day (December 10, 2012), two new cover songs of the human rights anthem “Toast to Freedom” will be released.

On Human Rights Day, December 10, 2012, two new versions of “Toast to Freedom,” a song that first appeared in May of 2012 in celebration of the human right’s organization’s 50th anniversary will be released. These new versions, each a unique interpretation of the original, continue to spread the organization’s human rights message.

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11.11.2012

Carl Carlton & Peter Maffay - Acousticversion at German TV

Together with Peter Maffay, Carl Carlton was guest at german TV on 9th of November, 2012. With support of host Ingo Nommsen they played the song "Toast To Freedom" in a fantastic acoustic version - just listen to and enjoy it:  

Carl Carlton, Peter Maffay and Ingo Nommsen - TOAST TO FREEDOM, ZDF 2012

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Neue Single - King Of The USA02.11.2012

Carl Carlton & The Songdogs cast Ballot
with Powerful new single, "King Of The USA"

Renowned Musician/Songwriter enters political debate with his unique perspective on U.S. Presidential election

Provocative track heralds much anticipated new album;
“ Lifelong Guarantee” arrives in early 2013

Carl Carlton & The Songdogs has announced the upcoming release of their provocative new single, “King of the USA.” Due TK, the track heralds the internationally acclaimed rock band’s eagerly anticipated new album, “LIFELONG GUARANTEE,” which is slated to arrive early next year.

Carl Carlton“King of the USA” sees Carlton – a three-time Grammy Award nominee for his extraordinary work as guitarist and producer alongside such legends as Robert Palmer, Eric Burdon, and Joe Cocker – offering his own unique perspective into the ongoing United States presidential race. The exhilarating track delivers a powerful message of support for President Barack Obama’s reelection while also warning against the potential consequences of a Republican-led government. More significantly, “King of the USA” serves as a kind of rock ‘n’ roll call to arms, inspiring voters with Carlton’s message of “Power to the people, with the power of love!”

“While I am not an American citizen,” Carlton says, “I feel absolutely obliged to contribute to this event which has a definite global impact. If this election took the wrong turn, and I had done nothing to fight or support what I believe in, how could I answer my kids when the inevitable question comes, ‘What did you do when…?’”

The German-born Carlton has long considered himself a citizen of the world, with his deepest roots linking him to the great tradition of American music. A veteran of countless sessions and worldwide tours, he first stepped into centerstage with his own Songdogs in 2001, earning critical praise for their soulful debut album, “REVOLUTION AVENUE.”

Three further albums followed, each one an expression of Carton’s undying affection and appreciation of funk, soul, R&B, and rock ‘n’ roll. In 2011, Carlton teamed with fellow guitarist/producer Larry Campbell (Levon Helm Band, Bob Dylan, Elvis Costello) to co-write and produce “Toast To Freedom,” an extraordinary commemorative song celebrating the 50th anniversary of Amnesty International. The brainchild of Carlton and longtime music industry executive, activist, and entrepreneur Jochen Wilms in collaboration with Art for Amnesty founder Bill Shipsey, the track sees contributions from nearly 50 artists, including, among others, the late Levon Helm, Kris Kristofferson, Carly Simon, Angelique Kidjo, Ewan McGregor, Donald Fagen, Warren Haynes, Keb Mo, Eric Burdon, Taj Mahal, Florent Pagny, Marianne Faithfull, Jane Birkin, Jimmy Barnes, Rosanne Cash, Shawn Mullins, and the Blind Boys of Alabama.

Carl Carlton & The Songdogs “Toast To Freedom” proved an unqualified global phenomenon, spawning innumerable international interpretations while also drawing critical acclaim from all corners. Here in the United States, Carlton and Campbell celebrated the single’s release with an amazing live rendition of the song on NBC’s The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, accompanied by the all-star “Art For Amnesty Band” (featuring such luminaries as Kris Kristofferson, Shawn Mullins, Theresa Williams, Essie Jain, and Jonny Lang).

The production “KING OF THE USA” sees Carlton and Campbell reteaming at the late, great Levon Helm’s world-renowned studio in Woodstock, New York – known far and wide as simply ‘”The Barn.” As ever, Campbell, Carlton and The Songdogs – currently comprised of longtime keyboardist Pascal Kravetz, guitarist Moses Mo and bassist Jerry “Wyzard” Seay (both formerly of the legendary funk rock outfit, Mother Finest), and drummer Zach Alford (Bruce Springsteen, David Bowie, Billy Joel) – have crafted a vigorous and distinctive musical melting pot, rich with crafty songwriting, crack musicianship, and ineffable spirit.

“The Barn in Woodstock had become a second home to us thanks to our brothers Levon Helm and Larry Campbell,” Carlton says. “We, the Songdogs, had worked with Levon for more than a decade and he meant the world to us. His studio, his team and the wonderful people of Woodstock took us right in. And with Larry Campbell at the helm, we had a blast.”

"Carl Carlton is an immensely talented European artist with a unique respect and understanding of American music,” Larry Campbell says. “Levon and I felt like he was part of the family here in Woodstock and I look forward to further collaborations in the future."

Tine KluthFilmmaker Tine Kluth captured the spirit of the song on an outstanding animated music video. Kluth is known for her work in London for awarded animated film projects and for her work for Aardmans “Shaunthe sheep” and “Timmytime”.

While the song’s passionate political message is undeniably a strong one, Carlton has also imbued it with remarkable wit and humanity, projecting his own fantasy reign as “the righteous King of the USA.” No less an authority than Carlton’s longtime friend, the master composer/producer Van Dyke Parks, has hailed the track as “a beautiful lyric in all ways…in step with the kind of direct observations now found in Ry Cooder’s work.”

“We want and need to be disruptive to wake up indecisive minds before this election is done and dusted,” Carlton says. “We’d like to prevent the innocent sleepers from the biggest hangover they might ever experience. But we also aimed to bring some humor back in this tooth and claw situation. Even in the hardest and dangerous times, artists always took the piss out of their oppressors and many a time paid with their lives. Thanks to our ongoing fight for human rights, at least in the western world we don't need to fear these kinds of consequences anymore. But voters of the world still need to wake up and keep their eyes open.”

Teaser for King Of The USA


Song "King Of The USA" available from 2nd November 2012 as Download!

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14.06.2012

Carl Carlton @ Electric Burma - concert for Aung San Suu Kyi

On Monday, 8th of June, 2012 there will be a special event in Dublin named "Electric Burma": Artists from all corners of the globe will play a concert for Nobel Peace Prize recipient Aung San Suu Kyi geben.

There is included a special version of "Toast To Freedom" celebrating the 50th anniversary of Amnesty International. Carl Carlton will led an all-star band,performing this song he wrote together with Larry Campbell.

Line-Up:

Bono, Lupe Fiasco, Vanessa Redgrave, Bob Geldorf, Angelique Kidjo, Damien Rice, Riverdance, Jack Gleeson, Yungchen Lhamo, Sarah Nemtanu, Vyvienne Long, Romain Descharmes, Declan O'Rourke, Nazanin Afshin-Jam, Donal Lunny, Martin Hayes, Wu'er Kaixi, Carl Carlton.

More information about this event: http://www.electricburma.com/ 

17.05.2012

Carl Carlton with Garland Jeffreys @ radio harmony.fmCarl Carlton played for Garland Jeffreys

Garland Jeffreys promoted his new album and upcoming tour with some radio-gigs in Germany and Carl played for him guitar.

There is a video online of radio station harmony.fm and our team had luck and won tickets for this show - so we are able to show you some pictures in the gallery.

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05.05.2012

Cover Toast To Freedom - Amnesty International"Toast To Freedom" - A hymn to freedom!

Amnesty International is concluding its 50th anniversary year celebrations with release of "Toast To Freedom", a new and exclusive commemorative song, performed by a spectacular selection of about 50 iconic artists. (Release-date: 3rd of May 2012).

Written by veteran guitarist/producers Carl Carlton (Robert Palmer, Eric Burdon, Keb Mo) and Larry Campbell (Levon Helm Band, Bob Dylan, Elvis Costello), "Toast To Freedom" is the brainchild of longtime music industry executive, activist, and entrepreneur Jochen Wilms in collaboration with Art for Amnesty founder Bill Shipsey.

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