John has been featured in a new article in Penn State University's newspaper Live. To read the article you can visit their online version at http://live.psu.edu/story/56438#nw7 The article discusses John's new release, past at Penn State and his future.

On October 27th, singer/songwriter John McManus along with special guests from Realize Records and The Premier Centre for the Arts will celebrate the release of his new CD “613” at the performing arts center in Middletown, Delaware.  The event is scheduled from 8:00-10:00PM. Tickets are on sale now at Premier Centre for the Arts website. Proceeds from the event will go to benefit the Trevor Project.

The Trevor Project’s vision is to see a future where the possibilities, opportunities and dreams are the same for all youth, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. McManus states, “I want to raise money for the Trevor Project because they are the national leader in crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LBGT teenagers.  They are helping struggling teens and saving lives and I feel this is a very important organization.”

McManus will perform a selection of songs from the new CD “613” at the event. Special guest performers that evening will include “613” producer, singer/songwriter Paul Lewis, comedian/singer Missy Grynkiewicz and Triple Threat. Triple Threat is group of young musicians who have developed a unique and exciting interpretation of pop music in the style of Glee. Along with the entertainment, the event will feature a wine and beer cash bar as well as catered food and a silent auction.

Tickets for the event on October 27th are on sale now at the Premier Centre for the Arts website https://www.pcade.com/Tickets.htm To find out more about the Trevor project visit http://www.thetrevorproject.org/

Realize Records announced today that they have signed a deal with singer/songwriter John McManus to release his new CD titled “613”. The CD was recorded in Philadelphia and produced by Realize Records recording artist Paul Lewis who brought the music to the label. “613” is scheduled for release on November 1st 2011.   
   
After signing a production deal in early 2010 with Unicity Productions, as the team was searching for the right producer and home for his project, one of John’s songs was chosen by Realize Records to be featured on one of their artists upcoming CDs. “The Platform of Our Lives” was chosen as the first single on Paul Lewis’ upcoming 2011 release. “We are always looking for original artists and John is one in his own right. John tells great stories through his songs in a poetic Dylanesque type of way. After hearing that song we went back and revisited his other submissions.” States label CEO Michel Grey.

The songwriter had submitted several songs to the label which fell into Lewis’ hands. Lewis says, “When I heard John’s songs, I had an instant connection to them. I wanted the music to compliment the story quality of his lyrics and strengthen the melodies; I believe we have done just that.” After recording the CD, Lewis approached the label about releasing the project. The label began talks with the artist after hearing 613 and reached a deal. McManus states, “I signed to Realize Records because they are an artist-centered label who is committed to developing their artists.  I have known many of the staff and artists on the label for quite a while and I look forward to developing my career as a Realize Records’ artist.”

“613” recalls the energy of early R.E.M. and The Monkees with a taste of an Elliot Smith/Dylan type vocal. “613 allowed me to document happenings in my life over the past few years and what is important to me --- universal themes of finding love, needing love and remembering that it is important to be a good person.  I am very pleased with how 613 came out and proud to have worked with everyone who was involved with the project.” says John.  The first single from the forthcoming CD titled “Pilot Me Home” is currently available as a free download on the John McManus website.

Currently John is gearing up for the release of 613 in early November. Along with the CD release party, John will be performing in select cities and venues throughout the Mid-Atlantic beginning in November. To find out more about John McManus, his upcoming release and tour dates, you can visit www.john-mcmanus.com

Realize Records recording artist Paul Lewis will has released The Platform of our Lives as his first single on his forthcoming CD "Bag of Rain". The song was written by John and made its national debut today on Baltimore's top rated Morning Show on 98 Rock. A live version of the song is also featured on Paul's youtube channel and currently available for a limited time as a free download on Paul Lewis' website.

John has completed two pre-production sessions with producer Paul Lewis for his forthcoming record. Lists of songs for the record are currently being put together and songs are being reworked and revamped in order to make the best collection of songs possible.  For those of you who have followed John’s career thus far, this experience and this experience and the record that will be released will be unlike anything John has ever done.  Keep checking back for updates.