Kevin Devine (born December 19, 1979) is an American songwriter and musician from Staten Island, New York City, who is known for his introspective and political themes.
[2] Kevin Devine grew up in Brooklyn and Staten Island and has spent significant time in Manhattan and Queens.
This album's songs reflect Devine's political views and a growing introspective style, inspired by recent death of his father to a stroke.
Devine was able to gather a strong fan base as a result of his exposure through touring with Brand New (who were also formerly signed to Triple Crown Records).
In December 2008, Devine announced in an interview with Popwreckoning that his new album Brother's Blood would be released on April 28[4] on Favorite Gentlemen records.
[5] He toured extensively in 2009–2010 for Brother's Blood, including dates with Manchester Orchestra, Brand New, Thrice, and Nada Surf.
A post made on his Facebook page also revealed tentative song titles which included "Between the concrete & clouds," "The first hit," "Off-screen," "A story, a sneak," "The city has left you," "11–17," "I used to be someone," "Sleepwalking through my life," "Wait out the wreck," and "Merry Levov".
Between the Concrete and the Clouds is the first record made by Devine that is fully backed by a band, featuring musicians Brian Bonz (keyboard), Chris Bracco (a.k.a.
It was recorded in 10 days over a span of a month, produced by longtime collaborator Chris Bracco and mixed by Rob Schnapf.
Devine's songs on the EP are an acoustic version of "Between the Concrete and Clouds" and "Walls", a Tom Petty cover.
[15] During an Alt Press interview on July 6, 2011, Between The Concrete and the Clouds was officially announced for a September 13, 2011, release in the US on Razor & Tie/Favorite Gentlemen Records.
A few songs on the album (most notably "Awake in the Dirt") are influenced by the book American Pastoral by Phillip Roth.
[18] Later that day, it was announced the entire goal amount was raised, and on February 28, when the project finished being funded, fans of Kevin Devine had pledged $114,805 (USD).
[22] On September 13, 2017, Devine announced that he would be joining Brand New as a touring member, playing guitar and singing harmonies for the foreseeable future.
Devine shared, "We never anticipated the first [Matter of Time] would grow to hold the high place it does in the estimation of so many of you; we hope this one earns its keep and slots neatly at its side.
"[31] On January 11, 2022, Devine announced his tenth LP, Nothing's Real, So Nothing's Wrong, would be released on March 25, 2022, on Triple Crown Records.