Bylli Crayone

Bylli Crayone, this "Colorful" father of four was born and raised in Lawrence, Massachusetts - a city best known for its Latin and hip-hop culture. Raised by his mother, he was encouraged in the belief that with hard work and dedication he could and would realize his goals in life. Inspired by the work of 80s icons Cyndi Lauper and Boy George, Bylli began his pursuit of a music career in high school, when he and his friend Jose Aponte formed the short-lived but memorable dance group The Sound System, birthing the debut songs Dance Control & Teen Power. Though the duo soon split, Bylli remained focused on music, creating a "Sight and Sound" all his own.

In 1990, he had written a break-up letter for his aunt to give to her at the time boyfriend. The letter inspired Bylli and he realized his passion for song writing was stronger than ever. So in 1991, while in Miami, Florida he took that break-up letter and turned it into his very first single solo demo "Girl, Hang it Up!" The song was released on 200 cassette singles. A release Bylli was very proud of as he released and promoted it himself.

Throughout the 90s, Bylli Crayone has recorded more than a handful of demos. Many of which are now lost and will never see the light of day. Some of these early recordings included such songs as "I Can't Wait Forever", "Shut Up & Dance" and "You Are The One", all of which he wrote himself. Finally, in 1999 Bylli Crayone released his first full length album entitled "Original/Unique". This album consisted of several demo recordings from the 90s along with 3 songs recorded that year. They were "What's The Answer", "Can't Fight The Attraction" and a song called "Cute Boys" which was written & produced by Bylli Crayone but performed by Lil Star.

From 2001 to 2004, Bylli Crayone teamed up with several producers to work of his first full length studio album. Lawrence Sterling, producer of the songs "Touch Me All Over" and "Drop Those Pants" were among the favorites that Bylli Crayone had worked with. The song "Touch Me All Over" earned Bylli Crayone an award nomination in the UK for "Best New Artist Dance". Another producer/artist involved with the album was Domenic Marte. Domenic had also made a name for himself within the local music scene as a producer and recording artist. They worked together on a few songs that would be featured on Bylli Crayone's 2005 "Self Titled" album. On this album Domenic Marte was a background singer and producer for the following songs: "Mi Corazon Belongs To You" and "Toyfriend". In addition to those 2 songs, Domenic Marte is also featured on the background and chorus vocals to the controversial single "Boy Next Door". (Not available on the "Self Titled" album). In 2004, Domenic Marte signed with J&N / Sony DISCOS and released an international album entitled "Intimamente" launching the singles "Ven Tu" and "Find Another Man".

In 2006 Bylli Crayone was still writing new material for a next studio album. Funusual Records decided to release a remix album featuring several of the songs from the "Self Titled" album newly remixed for this special compilation. However, the remix album did include 2 new songs "Dizzy Boi" and "Boy Next Door" (featuring Domenic Marte).

When asked whether after going it alone thus far he would consider signing with a major label, Bylli explained that he would opt to stay independent.

Bylli Crayone states that his new album "NOT A TYPO" is more on a personal level. One example is re-recording the 1991 classic "Girl, Hang It Up!" to introduce it to fans who have never got the chance to hear his early beginnings. The song features the same lyrics and same freestyle sound as the original 1991 version. Also on this new album is a cover version of the 1986 Cyndi Lauper Classic "Change of Heart". He says this song is a tribute to his idol...Cyndi Lauper. Also on the new album are such songs as "Run To My Rescue", "Click Those Heels" and "Mixed Signals" just to name a few. The album was released to all digital retail outlets worldwide on March 3rd, 2008.

Career

Debut

Crayone first emerged into the world of music in 1999 with his independent debut release entitled "Original/Unique" released on LawTown Records, an indie label based in his hometown of Lawrence, MA. This album was the first to be released by Crayone and to this day it is one of the most sought after CDs by fans and collectors of Bylli Crayone.

TRACK LISTING

# Intro
# Can't Fight The Attraction
# What's The Answer
# Cute Boys (Featuring Lil Star)
# Skit: Wanting a Baby
# You're Still Young
# Court of Love
# (Say You Will) Yes or No
# Skit: Phone Call
# Party Jam Anthem (Featuring PJ)
# Show Me Whatcha Got
# Tomorrow Is Too Late
# Sexplosion! (Featuring Nelson "Pretty Boy" Sanchez)
# Can't Fight The Attraction (Y2K Dance Mix)
# Court of Love (Extended Club Version)
# What's The Answer (Drum-Mix)

BYLLI CRAYONE

In 2005, Bylli Crayone released his second album simply entitled "BYLLI CRAYONE". The album launched 3 controversial dance singles: "Touch Me All Over", "Drop Those Pants" and "I Wanna Taste You". The album also includes a song called "TOYFRIEND" featuring Sony LATIN recording artist Domenic Marte. The album also includes a 14 minute MegaMixx by DJ SKY. Today, the album is out of print but still available on many digital download websites.

UPDATE: The Self Titled album by BYLLI CRAYONE had another 1,000 copies pressed on September 25, 2007. According to Funusual Records, the distribtuion company had stated that there was a large backorder for the album since 2005. So they have decided to press and release another 1,000 copies! The CD is available worldwide and is also available on many websites.

TRACK LISTING

# Toyfriend (Featuring Domenic Marte)
# I Wanna Taste You
# Mi Corazon Belongs To You
# Touch Me All Over
# Drop Those Pants
# Can't Fight The Attraction
# Baja Los Pantelones
# Touch Me All Over (Old School Flavor Mix)
# Touch Me All Over (DJ Sky UK Trance Anthem)
# I Wanna Taste You (Seeing Is Believing Mix)
# I Wanna Taste You (Power Club mix)
# DJ Sky MegaMixx

Crayone Remix

In 2006, Bylli Crayone returned to the club scene with his third album entitled "Crayone Remix". This album features all new remixes of his past singles plus the new songs "Boy Next Door" (featuring Domenic Marte) and "Cute Boys" (featuring Lil' Star).

TRACK LISTING

# Intro
# Boy Next Door (Spin.Kidd Remix) Featuring Domenic Marte
# Dizzy Boi (DJ Dayer Multi-Edit 12" Dizzy Mix)
# Mi Corazon Belongs To You (Heartbeat Love Dub Mix)
# Skit: Freestyle Now
# Touch Me All Over (Old School Flavor Mix)
# Skit: Crayone Remix
# Cute Boys (Democrates Post Modern Scandal Mix) Featuring Lil Star
# Skit: Friday Night
# Dizzy Boi (DJ Scorpio's UK Club mix)
# I Wanna Taste You (Spin.Kidd Remix)
# Toyfriend (Autocad Remix) Featuring Domenic Marte
# Skit: This Is Bylli Crayone
# Drop Those Pants (Extended Club Version)
# Touch Me All Over (DJ Sky's UK Trance Anthem)
# Mi Corazon Belongs To You (Industrial 101 Remix)
# Baja Los Pantelones (Merengue Mix)
# I Wanna Taste You (Radio Edit)
# Touch Me All Over (Freestyle Radio mix)

Current projects

Originally recorded back in 1991, but never officially released. Bylli Crayone went back to the recording studio re-record the song that started it all for him entitled "GIRL, HANG IT UP!". This is a song originally wrote in 1990 and recorded in 1991, but due to limited access the single never saw the light of day with the exception of 200 cassette singles that were printed back in 1991. The original was recorded at Debonaie Studios in Miami, Florida and produced by Claudio Berella. The new 2007 version was produced by Pawel "3Style Profession" Kolinski of Freestyle The Music Entertainment (Germany/Poland). The CD Maxi also includes various dance remixes by DJ Sky, Brian Taylor, The ClubGoers and Simon Robinson. The CD Maxi-Single has 11 tracks total including a new 2007 remix to his first freestyle hit "TOUCH ME ALL OVER" remixed by ThePhlexican.

The new album entitled "NOT A TYPO" (In reference to the spelling of his name) is the most recent release. It will feature various types of dance music and this will be the first album that Bylli is working with outside writers. "Dizzy Boi" written by Bylli Crayone and fellow Funusual Records recording artist Melanie "Melody" Saunders and "Frequency" written by Alvin Adhir are just a couple of tracks to expect on the new album along with "Girl, Hang It Up!". Also on this album is a Tribute to his idol Cyndi Lauper. He recorded a cover version of the classic song from 1986 called "Change of Heart". OrangeFUZZZ produced this song along with a song called "CLICK THOSE HEELS" and of course the club hit "Dizzy Boi". Other songs to expect on the album include "RUN TO MY RESCUE" and "MIXED SIGNALS".

"DIZZY BOI" (The Remixes) was officially released on iTunes on September 25, 2007. This is a digital release only. The release includes all remixes by OrangeFUZZZ along with a remix by Pawel "3Style Profession" Kolinski and ThePhlexican. The digital release also includes a BONUS Interview that was done with Bylli at GayRadio.com back in Summer of 2007. For the latest on Bylli Crayone releases, you can always check the record label website at www.FunusualRecords.com and/or www.BylliCrayone.com

"DIZZY BOI" (OrangeFUZZZ Extended Remix) appears on the December 2007 "Mainstream Club" PROMO ONLY CD that is issued to radio and club DJs nationwide (see www.PromoOnly.com ). On this 2 CD set are also new songs from Jennifer Lopez, The Backstreet Boys, Rihanna, Bee Gees and Deborah Harry. This 2 CD set is not available in stores. Exclusive to radio & club DJs only.

"DIZZY BOI" (3Style Profession Remix) has been hand selected by Mickey Garcia owner of the famous Freestyle dance label MICMAC RECORDS for inclusion on the 4th Volume of BANGIN BEATS. This 2 CD set features Freestyle dance music past and present. Expected to be released in early 2008. Release date: April 29th, 2008

"DIZZY BOI" (OrangeFUZZZ Radio Mix) has been included on the 2 disc "G2" Global Dance Compilation album. This album is available on Woobie Bear Records. Release Date: June 1, 2008

"GIRL HANG IT UP!" (THE REMIXES) was digitally released on JUNE 24th, 2008. The Single has 11 Remixes. Bringing back the 80s with sounds of the Freestyle Dance genre.

References

* [http://www.BylliCrayone.com Official website]
* [http://www.CrayoneFans.com CrayoneFans.com - Online Community]
* [http://www.BylliCrayone.co.uk Official UK website]
* [http://www.MySpace.com/BylliCrayone MySpace website]