Basic Facts:
- Name: Lyle Pearce Lovett
- Birthday: November 1, 1957
- Birthplace: Klein, Texas
Country Style:
Texas country. Lovett's music also embraces elements of jazz, gospel, and the blues.
Marriage to Julia Roberts:
Early Years:
Lyle Lovett was born in Klein, Texas, and began playing music when he attended Texas A&M University. He majored in journalism and was a classmate of Robert Earl Keen. After studying abroad in Germany, Lovett returned to Texas where he built up a following at clubs. He was signed to MCA Records in 1986 on the strength of his demo record.
Debut Album:
Lovett released his self-titled album the same year. But his mainstream and commercial breakthrough was his second album, Pontiac. It was less country-oriented than the previous release.
Pushing Boundaries:
The singer went further in an eclectic musical direction in subsequent releases, especially as Lovett began recording with his swing-jazz flavored Large Band -- complete with horn section and pianos.
After experimenting in R&B and gospel (not to mention the married life with actress Julia Roberts), Lovett returned the country fold with The Road to Ensenada in 1996.
Free Agent:
After over 25 years with Curb Records, Lovett fulfilled his contract with the label with Release Me in 2012.
Influences:
Best Lyle Lovett Albums:
- Lyle Lovett (1986)
- Pontiac (1987)
- The Road to Ensenada (1996)
- Anthology, Vol. 1: Cowboy Man (2001, compilation)
Key Songs:
- "Cowboy Man"
- "God Will"
- "L.A. County"
- "The Truck Song"
Reviews:
- My Baby Don't Tolerate (2003)
- Soundstage Presents: Lyle Lovett - Live in Concert (DVD, 2004)
