Biography
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Buzz Carlton is an American singer-songwriter known as the "King of Indie". His songs are played on radio stations in many continents, including Africa, the Middle East, India, Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, The United States, and Canada.
Early Life
From a young age, he exhibited a talent for singing and was influenced by various musical styles while growing up as the only child of a single parent in a troubled household. His challenging upbringing led him to leave home at an early age. Struggling to maintain steady employment, he turned to music, playing guitar and writing songs while performing in nightclubs along the East Coast during the mid-1980s.
Career Development
Carlton’s popularity as a club singer eventually allowed him to open for several country music celebrities. In the late 1980s, he moved to Nashville, Tennessee, where he continued to pursue his music career. However, his troubled past continued to haunt him and struggles with severe alcohol abuse often resulted in hospitalizations and periods of homelessness.
Musical Achievements
In 2004, Millhouse Records released an EP titled “Blame it on the Blues,” marking one of his first significant releases. His subsequent album, “Just This Side of the Blues,” featured ten original songs and received three stars from AllMusic. His third album, “Somebody Get Me My Guitar,” also earned three stars and was submitted for Grammy Award consideration. The lead single from this album, “The Way My Daddy Done,” reached #1 on the Cashbox Indie Country Charts in January 2008. A compilation album titled “The Best of Buzz Carlton” was released in 2008.
In 2022, Carlton released another album called “Ultimate,” which included tracks like “The Star-Spangled Banner” and “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen.” His songs have gained digital airplay across various internet radio platforms and are available for download on global digital music sites.
Public Presence
Beyond his musical endeavors, Buzz Carlton has established himself as a public figure and social media personality with a substantial following on platforms such as Instagram and TikTok. He engages with fans through humorous content related to his personal life and experiences.
Carlton’s biographical profile is included in notable publications such as “Who’s Who in America” and “Who’s Who in the World.”
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AllMusic - A comprehensive music database that provides detailed information about artists’ discographies, reviews of albums, and ratings based on critical consensus.
Who’s Who in America - A prestigious biographical reference work that profiles notable individuals across various fields including arts, sciences, politics, and business.
Millhouse Records - An independent record label known for releasing works by emerging artists like Buzz Carlton; it plays a significant role in promoting indie musicians’ careers.
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