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To view all videos--including more recent postings--click on YouTube Logo or scroll down for a sample. Audio files are at bottom of page.
Original Song: YOU BRING ME OUT (from movie "BREAK")

My song "You Bring Me Out" featured in the movie "Break" written and directed by Marc Clebanoff. This montage starts with scenes from the movie. Actress Sarah Thompson sings; later I cut to myself singing the song. The end of the video shows actors and movie credits. This is a short version. A longer video contains the entire song.

Solo Guitar & Vocal

With just his voice and a guitar, Evyn is expert at entertaining a wide range of audiences whether the occasion calls for mellow guitar instrumentals or wild party music! A wireless setup allows him to cover your entire event. Even as a solo performer, he is well-known for keeping guests dancing.
With a repertoire of hundreds of songs--from classics to current--people of all ages can enjoy his music.

Original Song: WATCHING THE SUNSET (Video#2)

I posted another video of this song also shot in Venice Beach. This one is on the actual beach; the other one is from earlier in the Summer at the Sidewalk Cafe.
Chris "Big Man" Cronin directed as part of a video shoot for Fresh Culture.
Recorded in Venice Beach, California. Summer 2007.
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The NeverQuitters Band

A perfect addition to Evyn's style, these great musicians are accomplished professionals. Many of them have toured or recorded with major artists.
This video features Kenny Kasoff (bass/vocals); Geoff Pearlman (guitar/vocals); and Dayna Franklin (drums/percussion).
Depending on the occasion, the band has up to six members.

Duo or Trio

When a duo or trio is more appropriate than a full band, Evyn and his friends still deliver a rich and entertaining sound.
This video features the reknowned Anthony Long on saxophone and Kenny Kasoff on bass.
Other combinations include percussion, keyboards, flute or even a bagpiper for St. Patrick's Day!

Instrumental Acoustic Guitar

For smaller or quieter events, Evyn provides the perfect instrumental guitar accompaniment.

French Cover Song: ALLO MAMAN BOBO

Adding to my repertoire some of the most beloved French songs of all time. I was born and raised in France and have lived in the U.S.A. most of my life While I make a living playing guitar and singing, I never sang in French professionally until recently. Hope you enjoy!
Recorded in Culver City, California. October 2009.

Original Song: PLAYING TO WIN

Written from the perspective of a beach volleyball player--or any beach bum (a little like myself!).
Chris "Big Man" Cronin directed as part of a video shoot for Fresh Culture.
Recorded in Venice Beach, California. Summer 2007.
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Cover Song: NO ONE

Acoustic Guitar/Vocal version of Alicia Keys song... I had just learned this song and decided to shoot my first webcam video--I even left the weird head-swiveling and eye-rolling in... I hope you enjoy it anyway.
Now maybe I will become as rich and famous as everybody else on YouTube :)
Until then, you can catch me playing this and other songs at some bar, restaurant or party!
Recorded in Culver City, California. February 2008.

Original Song: NATURAL VIBE

My attempt to write a song in the vein of Bob Marley's "Waiting In Vain." It has become one of my most popular requests.
Chris "Big Man" Cronin directed as part of a video shoot for Fresh Culture.
Recorded in Venice Beach, California. Summer 2007.
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Original Song: THE FIRST STEP (is the hardest)

A positive inspirational original song that reflects my personal outlook. No, the older gentleman at the beginning of the video is not related to me despite our matching hairstyles!
Recorded at Call2Arts Festival, California; I was actually quite sick that day but managed to muddle through.
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Cover Song: INTO THE GREAT WIDE OPEN

Tom Petty is one of my favorite artist/songwriters. This song has an irresistible bittersweet quality.
Recorded at The Sidewalk Cafe, Venice Beach, California. Summer 2007.

Original Song: WATCHING THE SUNSET (Video#1)

I wrote this song because I play at many beach venues during sunset. It has become a favorite among my customers. Some people have told me they make sure to be there at sunset just to hear me sing "Watching The Sunset"! (I use the guitar part from The Beatles' "Here Comes the Sun" as a musical quote at the end).
Recorded at The Sidewalk Cafe, Venice Beach, California. Summer 2007.
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Original Song: I'M A WRECK

The last in a series of songs I wrote as a result of my separation and divorce; I was truly an emotional wreck by that point! Someone kindly suggested it sounds a little bit like a Johnny Cash song. This video was recorded at my home studio. I had just bought my first camcorder and experimented with a little bit of editing. Clearly, Spielberg and Tarantino's jobs are safe...
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Cover Song: SOUTHERN CROSS

This Crosby, Stills & Nash song was a classic the moment it came out. It is very popular at the beach venues where I usually play.
Recorded at "New" Tony's Restaurant, Redondo Beach, California. Summer 2007.

Cover Song: ROCKET MAN

This song by the phenomenal Elton John is one of my all-time favorites. I often end my gigs with it. (Unfortunately, the first line was not taped).
Recorded at "New" Tony's Restaurant, Redondo Beach, California. Summer 2007.

Original Song: PRIDE OF YOUR GENERATION

A song about some brilliant people who--like bright candles--burn out faster than the rest.
Recorded at "New" Tony's Restaurant, Redondo Beach, California. Summer 2007.
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Original Video: EVYN & The REMARKABLES

Director Daniel Robert Cohn followed the band to several gigs within a 2 week period and assembled a terrific video.
Dave Chamberlin, Guitar; Dave Aubol, Bass; Warren Thompson, Drums. Poet Jim Bolt  was the announcer for St.Mark's gig.
Filmed in various Los Angeles area locations.

Original Song: NATURAL VIBE (Video #2)

Another video of one of my most requested songs.
Recorded at Santa Monica Bar & Grill, Santa Monica, California. December 2008.
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Cover Song: ANGIE

Ovallite Productions owner Hooshmand Harooni asked me to stop by his production facility so he could test the new stage and equipment. We recorded several songs; when we were done, he requested The Rolling Stones' "Angie," one of his favorites. All the fancy lighting had been turned off and--as is often the case--the performance and look turned out to be our favorite of the entire session!
Recorded at Ovallite Studios, Los Angeles, California. August 2009.


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Thanks to composer and multi-talent John Miyagi Author for these and other opportunities.


COVER SONGS
(Click here to view Evyn's complete list of cover songs)
BY ARTIST
BROWN-EYED GIRL VAN MORRISON
CHANGE THE WORLD ERIC CLAPTON
CITY OF NEW ORLEANS ARLO GUTHRIE
DANIEL ELTON JOHN
FREE FALLIN' TOM PETTY
GOOD RIDDANCE (TIME OF YOUR LIFE) GREEN DAY
HAVE I TOLD YOU LATELY VAN MORRISON/ROD STEWART
HERE COMES THE SUN THE BEATLES
(Acoustic guitar instrumental)
I'VE JUST SEEN A FACE THE BEATLES
LOVE ME TENDER/CAN'T HELP FALLING IN LOVE Medley ELVIS PRESLEY
(Hawaiian-Style)
MIDNIGHT RIDER THE ALLMAN BROTHERS BAND
NORWEGIAN WOOD THE BEATLES
OUR HOUSE CROSBY STILLS & NASH
PAINT IT BLACK THE ROLLING STONES
PINBALL WIZARD THE WHO
SHE'S ALWAYS A WOMAN BILLY JOEL
STAR SPANGLED BANNER NATIONAL ANTHEM of the U.S.A.
SUMMER BREEZE SEALS & CROFT
(Reggae-Style)
THIS LAND IS YOUR LAND WOODY GUTHRIE
VENTURA HIGHWAY AMERICA
(Acoustic guitar instrumental)
WHAT A WONDERFUL WORLD LOUIS ARMSTRONG
WHO WROTE THE BOOK OF LOVE THE MONOTONES
("Soulful Beach Groove" Arr. by Evyn)
WISH YOU WERE HERE PINK FLOYD
BARUCH HABA - MI ADIR
(Wedding Song)
TRADITIONAL JEWISH
Arr. by Evyn
DODI LI
(Wedding Song)
TRADITIONAL JEWISH
Arr. by Evyn

Evyn is an accomplished songwriter and composer. To hear some of his originals, click below.

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