Luke Dowler

Luke Dowler
Birth nameLuke Michael Dowler
Born (1981-07-18) July 18, 1981 (age 43)
Kalispell, Montana, United States
Genrespop, folk, rock
Occupation(s)Musician, songwriter
Instrument(s)Vocals, guitar, bass, piano
Years active2005–present
Websitelukedowler.com

Luke Dowler (born July 18, 1981) is an American songwriter, performer, and producer based in northwest Montana. Dowler has released a large catalogue of EPs, LPs and singles. In 2014, Paste magazine called Dowler ‘a Montana artist you needed to listen to now’, as part of their 50 states project.[1]

Biography

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Luke Dowler was born in Kalispell, Montana, United States, but moved frequently as he was the son of a Marine.[2] His body of work is varied but often informed by social issues and causes.[3] In 2012, Dowler signed to EMI/Dream Records,[4] and released the album, Polarized, receiving comparisons to artists as varied as Needtobreathe, Bruce Springsteen,[5] Bob Marley and Mike Ness.[6]

After leaving Dream Records, to pursue other independent projects, Dowler released two EPs West and North, as well as the single "Heart Attack", all of which found some success on college radio and garnered praise from outlets such as Paste magazine.,[1] Relevant Magazine and Montana Public Radio[7]

Discography

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Studio albums

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  • 2007: Behind Counterfeit Smiles (JED Records)
  • 2010: Compared To You (JED Records)
  • 2012: Polarized (Dream/EMI)
  • 2014: WEST (Independent/Wintercrest Studios)
  • 2014: NORTH (Independent/Wintercrest Studios)

Singles

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  • 2011: "Silence Is Shameful" (JED Records)
  • 2014: "Heart Attack" (JED Records)

References

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  1. ^ a b Jackson, Josh. "The 50 States Project: 500+ Bands on the Rise". Pastemagazine.com. Retrieved 3 April 2015.
  2. ^ Priddy, Molly (21 September 2012). "Luke Dowler Returns to the Flathead". Flatheadbeacon.com. Retrieved 3 April 2015.
  3. ^ "Singer Luke Dowler featured at Fratter's Nov. 26th". Reddeerexpress.com. 19 November 2014. Retrieved 3 April 2015.
  4. ^ "Music News, June 2012: Dream Records Signs Iundustrious Indie Band Dowler; New Album, Polarized, To Be Released on September 18, 2012". Jesusfreakhideout.com. Retrieved 3 April 2015.
  5. ^ "Luke Dowler, "Polarized" Review". Jesusfreakhideout.com. 18 September 2012. Retrieved 3 April 2015.
  6. ^ "Luke Dowler Polarized Album Review". Rarasfarm.com. 17 September 2012. Retrieved 3 April 2015.
  7. ^ "Luke Dowler". Mtpr.org. Retrieved 21 January 2021.
  8. ^ "Bio | Luke Dowler - Official Site". Lukedowler.com. 20 June 2014. Retrieved 3 April 2015.
  9. ^ "Luke Dowler plays rock built for arenas". Missoulian.com. 14 September 2012. Retrieved 3 April 2015.
  10. ^ Clarke, Jon (13 November 2014). "More than a feeling: Luke Dowler". Lloydminster Source. Retrieved 3 April 2015.
  11. ^ "Luke Dowler Artist Profile | Biography And Discography". NewReleaseTuesday.com. Retrieved 3 April 2015.
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