Lanny Sherwin

Being a music reviewer for Chicago Parent definitely comes with some nice perks, like free CDs. About a dozen new releases arrive in my mailbox each week hoping to receive a review in this column. But when a new recording comes from Lanny Sherwin, it immediately moves to the top of the "play pile" because Sherwin consistently delivers creative and child-centered original songs like few other artists. I was impressed with everything about Sherwin’s "Meltdown."

Sherwin is one of those great independent artists who is creating really wonderful music for kids. - Chicago Parent Magazine

Family fun and entertainment is just what Lanny Sherwin delivers on his newest CD, "Meltdown." Everyone will enjoy these wonderful pop songs, with their catchy melodies and lightly sprinkled country influences. Sherwin's lyrics are as encouraging & wise as they are humorous. - Radio Indy

Award-winning singer-songwriter Lanny Sherwin creates kid-friendly originals that provide the perfect antidote to the cloying sing-along fodder of the Barneys and Elmos of the world. - CD Universe

I honestly love the music of Lanny Sherwin. I sing the praises to everyone I know and recommend his music to all new parents! I feel that passionate about this music.

Witty and clever. That's what comes to mind when I think of the songs on "Meltdown". I Can't Rhyme has to be one of my favorites! I say that and the next song that plays is my favorite, too. - Seeryusmama.com

Lanny Sherwin’s new CD, “Meltdown”, is a guitar-rocking good time for the whole family! All the songs are original, and the genres move from rock to R&B and everything in between. - Bostonchildrensmusic.com

RadioIndy is pleased to present Lanny Sherwin with a GrIndie Award for the CD "Meltdown "

Family fun and entertainment is just what Lanny Sherwin delivers on his newest CD, “Meltdown.” Although geared towards children between the ages of 4-12, everyone will enjoy these wonderful pop songs, with their catchy melodies and lightly sprinkled country influences. Sherwin’s lyrics are as encouraging & wise as they are humorous.

Sherwin has a gifted insight into the mind of a child and he uses his music to inspire a positive attitude, but it's his motto that really sums up his ability to relate to his audience on their level: “Don’t Drive Parents Crazy.” If you’re looking for something new and original for the kids to hear, then pop in the CD “Meltdown” and before you know it they will be singing along. - RadioIndy

“I will go to see certain movies because of the actors or the directors, read books because of the authors, and listen to any CD by Lanny Sherwin because he always delivers the goods.” - Kidzmusic.net

Lanny Sherwin’s outstanding album is fresh and on target for young audiences. He uses varied musical styles, including country, reggae, rock, do-wop, a cappella, and swing to complement his original songs.

Sherwin’s voice is easy and relaxing. Songs address everyday events in a child’s life. Tunes such as “Everyone Is Different,” “Litter-Quitter,” and “Dad Said a Bad Word” blend lyrics that a child will understand with confidence-building concepts. Each song has a moral, but is never didactic.

Perfect for family listening, the combination of flawless music and clever lyrics render this album essential for general listening collections - School Library Journal

Lanny Sherwin kicks out kid-empathetic jams that mix classic rock 'n' roll with overtones of reggae and country.

This fresh, laugh-packed disc also has Sherwin saluting golden-pldie pop music in "A Cappella, Part 2 (just wait 'till you get a load of his vocal imitation of Jimi Hendrix's famed "Purple Haze" guitar riff). - Cookie Magazine

Re: "Turn Up the Music!":

Lanny Sherwin has a gift. Not only does he have the gift of musical talent, but he's able to somehow put himself into a kid's head and write songs from that perspective. This music is relaxing and peaceful and at times very funny. I would classify this as 'family music' as the whole family will enjoy it.
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