Arlo McKinley
Arlo McKinley is an American country singer and singer/songwriter. He has released two albums, the most recent release being Die Midwestern on John Prine’s record label OH BOY records, released August 14, 2020.[1]
Early life[]
McKinley was born Timothy Carr in Cincinnati, Ohio. At the age of 8, he began singing at his family's church choir, Bethlehem United Baptist.[2]
Career[]
Arlo McKinley was the last artist signed by John Prine and son, Jody Whelan, to the independent record label, Oh Boy Records.[3] McKinley has shared stages opening for Tyler Childers, Jason Isbell, Justin Townes Earle, John Moreland, Jamey Johnson and more.[2]
In 2014, McKinley released his first album, titled Arlo Mckinley & The Lonesome Sound.[4]
McKinley released his sophomore album Die Midwestern, as his Oh Boy Records debut, on August 14, 2020.[5] He recorded the album at Sam Phillips Recording Studio, with Grammy-winning producer, Matt Ross-Spang, and professional musicians, Ken Coomer (Wilco), Rick Steff (Hank Williams Jr.), Reba Russell (Johnny Cash), Will Sexton, David Smith, and Jessie Munson.[6] Writing for Fader Magazine, Alex Robert Ross commented on Die Midwestern being, "... a raw but perfectly balanced album laced with existential crises, addictions, and world-weary resilience."[7]
References[]
- ^ "Arlo McKinley Announces Oh Boy Records Debut Album 'Die Midwestern' & Shares Single". JamBase. Retrieved August 27, 2020.
- ^ a b Madeline, Crone (July 1, 2020). "Arlo McKinley Shares Video For Title Track, 'Die Midwestern'". American Songwriter. Retrieved August 27, 2020.
- ^ "Introducing Arlo Mckinley". Folk Radio. June 15, 2020. Retrieved August 27, 2020.
- ^ "Arlo McKinley and the Lonesome Sound". Purple Fiddle. Retrieved August 27, 2020.
- ^ "Arlo McKinley primed for success with "Die Midwestern"". Kentucky Country Music. August 14, 2020. Retrieved August 27, 2020.
- ^ "Arlo McKinley's Confessional Country/Folk Is Superb on 'Die Midwestern'". PopMatters. August 13, 2020. Retrieved August 27, 2020.
- ^ "John Prine signee Arlo McKinley can't escape Ohio on "Die Midwestern"". The FADER. Retrieved August 27, 2020.
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