Emerging onto the national music scene from his home base of Boston, Ryan Montbleau has been described as something of a Martin Sexton by way of Van Morrison and Stevie Wonder. Yet Ryan Montbleau Band’s music is difficult to pigeon-hole or neatly categorize. It is original yet familiar—a fresh sound full of firmly-rooted ingredients, including Americana, folk, blues, ragtime and ’70’s R&B and soul. Whereas the band’s intriguing instrumentation and arrangements (not to mention top notch chops) help to create this unique sound, all is firmly anchored by Montbleau’s water-tight lyrics and unmistakable voice.
Having begun his career playing Boston’s coffee shops and folk venues as a solo artist with an infectious, percussive, fingerpicking guitar style, the charismatic Ryan Montbleau has evolved into the front man for the eclectic ensemble that bears his name. Make no mistake—this is a band in every sense of the word and is powered by the dynamics of Matt Giannaros (acoustic upright bass, electric bass, vocals), Laurence Scudder (viola), Jason Cohen (piano, organ, clavinet, Rhodes, Moog) and James Cohen (drums).
Their first collective album, One Fine Color, was released on Valentine’s Day, 2006 and shows a cohesive vision rarely seen among young artists today. Several thousand copies have sold so far and the album has been raved about by music lovers of all types and, perhaps most notably, all ages (from senior citizens to infants and everyone in between). One Fine Color showcases the timeless songwriting, invigorating energy, and humble, honest sincerity that has allowed Ryan Montbleau Band to expand its passionate fan base one show, and one listen at a time.
This combination of art and personality creates that magical bond between performer and audience that Ryan Montbleau Band is fortunate to have in these cynical times. Sustaining the band through the years as they toured incessantly, virtually living on the road, they have already established a large, passionate following throughout the country.
Inspired by No One
Ryan Montbleau Band Lyrics
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She's got a heart of gold, but she doesn't have a lot to say
And she eases up my mind
Good things and sunshine all the time.
Now, I was lost and wandering,
Wondering about a world that seemed so out of control.
Maybe leave a little note by the telephone.
But then there came that day as I was minding me and mine
She stepped into my world and along came the sunshine
I was wasting my time thinking
about the chaos of the world until the day she came into my life. She is the light in my life and brings a sense of positivity, warmth, and peace to my soul. Although she may not say much, her actions and presence speak volumes. She brings ease to my mind and fills my life with good things and sunshine all the time.
Before her, I was lost and feeling like the world was out of control. I had stormy Sundays and sunny Mondays, just trying to get by and occasionally leaving a note by the phone. However, once she stepped into my life, things changed. She brought the sunshine and made everything better. This song speaks to the transformative power of love and how one person can completely change the way we see the world.
Overall, "Inspired By No One" is about finding that special someone who brings light and joy into your life. It's about the power of love to change our outlook on life and make every day brighter.
Contributed by Declan W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.