John Miller Releases 'Stage Door Johnny' CD 6/10

Renowned Music Coordinator and Bass Player John Miller adds singer to his repertoire with 'Stage Door Johnny', a witty and unconventional interpretation of familiar Broadway songs. The 12-song CD, set for June 10th release on PS Classics, takes an irreverent and engaging musical trek through a collection of beloved tunes -- songs which are a part of virtually every listener's 'gene pool' -- ranging from 'Wouldn't It Be Loverly?' to 'Old Man River' to 'I Won't Grow Up'. At the same time, Miller presents an inviting 'Broadway road-map' for the uninitiated, offering an introduction to the music for people who don't necessarily know Broadway.   

Paul Shaffer praised: "Johnny takes a boogaloo down Broadway in this impressive re-imagining of the classics. I never thought show tunes could sound so fresh, new, and invigorating!"

With an understated performance style that evokes such diverse artists as James Taylor, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Kenny Rankin and Mose Allison, Miller steps out of the shadows and into the spotlight, as he celebrates a 45-year career in music with the release of his solo debut CD. This collection reminds lovers of Broadway just how versatile the genre is, and how well the songs stand up to new arrangements. It's so inviting, that even children -- and/or those who feel predisposed to 'not like Broadway music' -- might find themselves humming 'Oh What A Beautiful Morning' after hearing the album. 
 
Miller uses jazzy arrangements, humor, even country music inflections, to spice up the mix and create what he wryly calls "Qualude Funk". With a goal of putting a smile on people's faces, and a wealth of musical knowledge in his arsenal, Miller has delivered a sophisticated range of song treatments, which he feels "captures the joy" he experienced during his ten-year journey to make the CD.

Track listing for 'Stage Door Johnny':
Hernando's Hideaway - From "Pajama Game"
WOULDN'T IT BE LOVERLY - From "My Fair Lady"
I WON'T GROW UP -  From "Peter Pan"
WHY CAN'T YOU BEHAVE - From "Kiss Me Kate"
Hey There - From "Pajama Game"
FUGUE FOR TINHORNS - From "Guys and Dolls"
OLD MAN RIVER -  From "Showboat"
I CAN'T SAY NO –  From "Oklahoma"
REAL LIVE GIRL -  From "Little Me"
WE KISS IN THE SHADOW - From "King and I"
OH WHAT A BEAUTIFUL MORNING - From "Oklahoma"
SECRET LOVE -  From "Calamity Jane"

Marc Shaiman commented: "I had a smile on my face 10 seconds into John's CD, which stayed firmly planted on my face for the remaining 3000 or so seconds of inviting music. His musicality and friendly vibe would make this CD a fantastic introduction to these Broadway standards for even the most cautious of anti-Broadway musical snobs. Bravo!"

Bill Charlap said: "Johnny Miller's love of Broadway, pop, folk, and jazz shines through on this beautifully arranged collection of theater songs."

John Miller is a fascinating figure in the music industry. Well-respected as a performer and a Music Coordinator, Miller has sustained a 45-year career with aplomb. His Broadway credits are vast, and include the current hits 'Jersey Boys', 'Young Frankenstein' and literally dozens more. He has been the Music Coordinator for smashes ranging from 'The Producers' to 'Hairspray' to 'Tommy'.

Founded in 2000 by Tommy Krasker & Philip Chaffin, and a four-time Grammy nominee (for its cast recordings of Nine: The Musical, Assassins, Grey Gardens and Company), PS CLASSICS has been profiled in publications such as The New York Times and Variety for its diverse line of solo albums and cast recordings, and its commitment to the past, present and future of the Great American Songbook. Its solo albums range from jazz (Jessica Molaskey: Sitting in Limbo) to pop (Maureen McGovern: A Long and Winding Road) to show music (Christine Andreas: Here's to the Ladies).  Its acclaimed cast albums include the current Broadway productions of Xanadu, Sunday in the Park With George, and A Catered Affair.  PS Classics is distributed by Image Entertainment.  Visit www.psclassics.com <http://www.psclassics.com> for more information.