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Kyle Davis
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Kyle Davis

Genre: Folk, Contemporary Folk
Origin: U.S.A
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Biography

Blending introspective traditions of confessional songwriting with melodic hooks and a taste for storytelling and sharp wordplay, Kyle Davis works as a modern singer-songwriter. Born in Hopewell, Virginia, he first took up guitar during his teenage years. While attending college he began earning money as a performer throughout the state. After cultivating a dedicated regional audience he cut his debut for the independent Cellar Door Records imprint based nearby. Don Dixon heard the album and volunteered to helm the follow-up, Waiting for You. Issued by the independent Windmark Records, that record moved an unexpected 10,000 copies across Virginia and adjacent states, which in turn secured opening slots alongside Bob Dylan, Shawn Colvin, Suzanne Vega, and Blues Traveler. The strong regional sales also earned Davis a place on Billboard’s 1995 list of top unsigned acts.

Soon afterward a demo reached veteran producer Phil Ramone, who was then starting his own imprint, N2K Encoded Music, and decided to sign the songwriter. Davis’s debut for the label, Raising Heroes, arrived in 1998 with Dixon producing and Ramone serving as executive producer. Seeking a richer sonic palette, Dixon recruited seasoned players such as Peter Holsapple and Jim Brock. In fall 2000 the album Don’t Tell the World appeared.

Top Songs

  1. Pass ThatPass ThatEPass That · 2018Pass That2:47
  2. Kyle DavisGo!EKyle Davis · 2012Kyle Davis3:12
  3. Don't Tell the WorldBottom of the OceanDon't Tell the World · 2000Don't Tell the World5:06
  4. Don't Tell the WorldLong Road HomeDon't Tell the World · 2000Don't Tell the World4:29
  5. Don't Tell the WorldJamesDon't Tell the World · 2000Don't Tell the World4:39
  6. Don't Tell the WorldWhat She's Gonna NeedDon't Tell the World · 2000Don't Tell the World4:47
  7. Don't Tell the WorldRevolutionDon't Tell the World · 2000Don't Tell the World4:03
  8. Don't Tell the WorldOnly HumanDon't Tell the World · 2000Don't Tell the World4:11
  9. Don't Tell the WorldLazarus TouchDon't Tell the World · 2000Don't Tell the World3:34
  10. Don't Tell the WorldAll Those Little DreamsDon't Tell the World · 2000Don't Tell the World4:08
  11. Don't Tell the WorldDon't Tell the WorldDon't Tell the World · 2000Don't Tell the World3:30
  12. RentalRentalkyle DavisRental · 2017Rental3:51
  13. Don't Tell the WorldAngels FallDon't Tell the World · 2000Don't Tell the World3:58
  14. All Falls Down - SingleAll Falls DownAll Falls Down - Single · 2017All Falls Down - Single3:45
  15. Rental - SingleRentalRental - Single · 2017Rental - Single3:50
  16. Lost Hope CallingLost Hope CallingLost Hope Calling · 2026Lost Hope Calling3:44
  17. Lonely Nights CryingLonely Nights CryingLonely Nights Crying · 2026Lonely Nights Crying3:52
  18. Endless Tears FlowingEndless Tears FlowingEndless Tears Flowing · 2026Endless Tears Flowing3:26
  19. Empty Nights ScreamEmpty Nights ScreamEmpty Nights Scream · 2026Empty Nights Scream3:30
  20. Solar Flare PulseSolar Flare PulseSolar Flare Pulse · 2026Solar Flare Pulse3:37

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Singles & EPs