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Ted Lehman / Songwriter

Ted Lehman / Songwriter

Ted Lehman hails from Long Island, then Buffalo, New York, where he discovered his fondness for chicken wings and his hatred for the cold. Ted perfected his flashy guitar riffs while performing with the band, Pepperwood Greene in the Western New York Area during the late '70's. Playing mostly original songs by Ted and the other members of the band. His musical styles tend to run from Rock to blues to pop, country and folk. But mostly, Ted's writing and performing influences come from artists like John Prine and Steve Goodman, Bonnie Rait, Robert Johnson, & B.B. King. Groups like The Beatles, the Doors, artists like Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton, great performing acts like Little Feat, Santana and Moody Blues. Musical influences as diverse as Frank Zappa, Spirit and The Eagles can be heard in many of Lehman's songwriting efforts.

Ted has been writing & playing music for most of his life. His band "Pepperwood Greene" based out of Buffalo NY, was a vehicle for songwriters to produce their music. After leaving Buffalo Ted moved to Atlanta and, worked for a number of years writing and recording at home. With the advent of MP3 technology and the internet "I finally thought it was time to share all of my recordings both old and new on the web". Ted's internet activity, the quality of his work and his marketing savvy yielded almost 20 other independent artists to cover his songs which can be heard on his charity compilation "Legacy 4 U" (set of 4 CD's). "After spending most of my life writing and recording music I find that I have a rather large archive of written and recorded material. (14 CD's worth) I consider myself a songwriter first and performer and recording artist second." Ted is interested in other artists covering his songs. He is also interested in licensing his compositions and recordings for TV, Film, Advertising, & Video Games.

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Totally Digital Cover
  • Totally Digital
  • Rock, Blues
  • Ted Lehman
  • 01/01/2005
  • Ted Lehman - Totally Digital
Liner Notes: Ted hails from Long Island, then Buffalo, New York, where he discovered his fondness for chicken wings and his hatred for the cold. Ted perfected his flashy guitar riffs while performing with the band, Pepperwood Greene in the Western New York Area during the late '70's. Playing mostly original songs by Ted and the other members of the band. Ted also loves playing bass guitar, harmonica into a Shure SM58, and singing in the shower, singing anywhere for that matter. Today, his instruments of choice are a red Fender Strat and a seasoned Martin D-28. Now with his new digital studio Ted is also having a great time as an engineer. His musical styles tend to run from blues to pop to country. But mostly, Ted's writing influences come from traditional music like John Prine and Steve Goodman, Robert Johnson, B.B. King, groups like The Beatles (big surprise there), the Doors, and Eric Clapton. His songs are also characterized by his mutual respect for great performing acts like Little Feat and Moody Blues. However, musical influences as diverse as Frank Zappa and The Eagles are also incorporated into many of Lehman's songwriting efforts. Artist History Ted Lehman has been writing & playing music for most of his life. In the seventies he fronted a band called ""Pepperwood Greene"". Based out of Buffalo NY, PG was a vehicle for songwriters to produce their music. In the 6 years that PG existed, over 25 artists and songwriters participated. Sometimes gigs were for the entire ensemble in major clubs in western NY and sometimes the group would work folk and acoustic clubs, with out drums, or bass, or other PG members, depending on the venue and the fee. At the time there were only a handful of bands playing original material in western NY. ""Pepperwood Greene"" was considered an artist's band. Most of the cover bands working the Buffalo area at that time would go see PG gigs to learn more about writing and producing original songs. After leaving Buffalo and PG, in 78 Ted moved to Atlanta and, worked alone for a number of years writing and recording demos at home. It wasn't until the mid 80's that Ted began to work with another artist again. Along with Randy Bishop they formed Lehman-Bishop Ltd. With the advent of MP3 technology and the internet LBL has been Ted's & Randy's most successful songwriting efforts to date.""With the success of LBL, I finally thought it was time to share some of my solo efforts with the on-line music community and the world."" After spending most of my life writing and recording music I find that I have a rather large archive of recorded material. Of coarse I am always working on new music and that will be posted as well as soon as it is recorded. As a songwriter first and performer and recording artist second it is my hope that other artists would like to cover these songs and add their talent and their vision to my compositions."" Thanks for listening... TL
  1. I Want My Mp3
  2. Momma Told Me
Just You and Me and the Trees Cover
  • Just You and Me and the Trees
  • Rock, Blues
  • Ted Lehman
  • 01/01/2000
  • Ted Lehman - Just You and Me and the Trees
Liner Notes: "Ted's music has a feel to it that soothes the soul...His melodic guitar sounds are something this guitar player can only dream about making...This stuff rocks my world!" Billy G...SuperTraxxRadio.com This, is the real thing. As roots as roots gets. There is a realness about Ted and his tunes that you don't see too often. Uncontrived and inspired by real life...It's the kind of music I grew up with, so I relate to it well. Good Stuff! Michael John Malisos "It's About My Life" Bouncy new wave style. Very, very good use of title to create a strong lyrical hook. Very nice use of musical hooks throughout this song. Sections separated very well and their distinct roles brings a power to this song that propels it forward. Engaging and captivating lyrics that are delivered with a passion that makes the narrator instantly believable. There is no bitterness just a stance that it's not about you, its about me. This song could act as supportive for any relationship breakup or resigning from a hated job. Lyrically, this track is outstanding and should act as a role model for anyone leaving either a job, relationship, parent or any where else where you are not being heard! Very nice guitar work. Dual guitar leads and back and forth play in the musical interlude work very well together. "Old Friends" Ted Lehman's a cool seasoned singer/songwriter recording in a bluesy rock style.. I really like Old Friends.. Its beautifully messy and energy driven with a really exuberant chaotic performance, Pete Townshend style busker-bashin' acoustic and joyful ringing hooks.. Its sunshine smiling and carrying some good spirit from the 70s on its journey into the new millennium.. Steve Ison "The Band" MP3 [high quality] My first thought when hearing this song was whoa..cool song. It has that pro quality sound to it, something all us independent home recordist try to strive for. Ted turned in a great vocal performance, as well as some great guitar playing, supplying a generous amount of blusey guitar fills to keep guitar fans more than happy. There are some background vocals provided by some female singers that have that Bob Segar vibe, very cool. Also present is a killer piano track helping to lend a hand to that southern blues rock "Sweet Home Alabama" vibe, albeit in a more of a mid-tempo setting, but very cool needless to say. Be sure to check out some more cool Ted Lehman songs by clicking on his official website link on his Download.com page. DR Kim "Ready For You" MP3 [high quality](LBL) ....is another full bodied and rich in texture song. Synths, piano, and drums mixed with harmonies and strong vocals. None of it crowds you, but washes over you like a strong running stream. Laying down the synth and piano tracks on this one must have been fun, they sure are a pleasure to listen to. They intertwine, separate and compliment throughout the tune. The solos sections fully engage your already swaying and toe tapping mood. The rhythm guitar gave way nicely to the ivory on the lead. Some might say that this version is a bit long being over six minutes. I found myself wanting to hear more... or hear it again. Ted is a storyteller in his lyrical writings and his vocal presentation. This is the type of tune that brings out the wonderful parts of Ted's voice. Strong and outdoorsy with a conversational style. Ted brings it off combining a strong sound with an implied gentleness. When Ted sings this to a crowd I believe the girls are ready by the end of it. Review by Banker
  1. It's About My Life
  2. Paranormal
  3. If You Told Me
  4. So In Love With You
  5. Just Friends
  6. Maui Rules
  7. My Side
  8. Live for Today
  9. Slump
  10. Last Dance
  11. The Gift
  12. No Time To Cry