Kevin Fowler

Kevin Fowler is a fan’s artist, and it is not uncommon to see clubs all over Texas packed to the rafters with people singing the words to every song.  Known for such hits as “Beer, Bait, & Ammo,” “The Lord Loves The Drinkin’ Man,” and his most recent contribution, “Loose, Loud, & Crazy,” Kevin understands what it means to be both real and raw.

His new single, “What I Wouldn’t Give For Your Love,” is a tongue-and-cheek reflection of what might normally be given up for love.  At first glance one might expect a romantic ballad; however, the upbeat tempo and light-hearted satire of the song prove otherwise.

“This is a fun song that I think our fan base will really enjoy,” says Fowler.  “Its light-heartedness further demonstrates my inability to be too serious.”

Kevin is proof positive that you can take the boy out of the country, but you can’t take the country out of the boy.  Born in Amarillo, Kevin was fed a steady diet of Merle Haggard, Johnny Cash, and all the outlaws of country music.  Although nobody in his family played an instrument, Kevin found solace in music.  He took piano lessons as a child, providing him a foundation in music with which to grow, and his father helped shape Kevin’s love of country music.

Rock music has also played a major role in Kevin’s musical career.  “I am not a genre-list,” says Kevin.  “I am a channel surfer.”  “One minute I may be listening to some Haggard and the next I will be rocking out to Metallica.”

After 20 years in Amarillo, Kevin decided it was time to get serious about music.  He picked up his guitar and moved to Los Angeles where he attended the Guitar Institute of Technology.  “Moving to L.A. from Amarillo was both a scary and enlightening experience” says Kevin.  “I didn’t have a job and took the entire year to focus on writing songs and learning guitar.”   

Upon returning to Texas, Kevin moved to Austin.  He gained experience playing live with the rock band Dangerous Toys, and eventually fronted his own Southern hard-rock band named Thunderfoot. However, the allure of country music brought him back to his roots.  In 1998, Kevin put together a country band and has been creating songs for regular folks ever since.

“I make music for working-class country music fans like me” explains Fowler.  “I want my music and live shows to function as a way for fans to escape the weekly grind and let loose.”

Since the release of his debut album, Beer, Bait, & Ammo, Kevin has seen his fan-base grow in epic proportions, and has sold over an astounding 200,000 albums.  “What I Wouldn’t Give for Your Love,” is Kevin’s first single since signing with 823 Management, Inc., based in Kerrville.