Michael Nappi

Since the release of his debut album Here We Go Again, pop/rock singer and songwriter Michael Nappi has been building a strong and burgeoning following, and he's doing it grassroots-style - winning over fans, peers, and music executives alike - one by one, song by song, show after show. Nappi first gained industry attention with his single "7:26." The support of his local New York Triple A radio station, 107.1 The Peak WXPK-FM, led by Program Director Chris Herrmann, set him on his way to becoming a bona fide contender in today's competitive radio market. Nappi's live performance of the song was included on the critically-acclaimed Peak Performances Volume 2 CD along with tracks from Rob Thomas, the John Butler Trio, and Eric Hutchinson. Here We Go Again continued to gain momentum with nationwide airplay and music videos for "7:26" and the fan favorite "Save the Night in a Bottle." With guitar in hand, Nappi embarked on multiple regional tours playing radio stations and notable venues from California to Colorado, New York to Nashville, and landing several morning television appearances including NBC Philadelphia, FOX Connecticut, and FOX Atlanta. Here We Go Again was produced by Steve Buonanotte, mixed by Grammy Award-winning mix engineer Jeff Juliano (John Mayer, Train, Jason Mraz, Dave Matthews Band), and is available on iTunes and Amazon.com. Nappi is currently in the studio writing and recording his highly anticipated second album scheduled to be released this Winter.

Press Quotes

"Michael Nappi knows how to entertain an audience. His music was the highlight of our show." - Bill Henley, Host, "The 10! Show" NBC 10 Philadelphia "Listening to the high-gloss, übercatchy, melodic rock & roll of Michael Nappi's debut release Here We Go Again, it's no stretch whatsoever to imagine that fans of Matchbox 20, Five For Fighting, and Train will fall head over heels for this New Yorker. "7:26" and "Miserable" are the tour de forces on an album stuffed with strong songs." - Jim Nelson, A Taste Of Triple A "Michael Nappi is the perfect mix of old school artistry and a fresh, new sound." - Lynn Hoffman, Host, "Private Sessions," A&E "Michael Nappi writes one heck of a song - and performs it just as well. "7:26"...easily keeps company with the rest of our mix and is chock full of hooks and memorable melodies. We're excited that a local guy has given us a song that we wouldn't be at all surprised to hear on one of the big NYC stations soon - in fact, we're anticipating it." - Chris Herrmann, Program Director, 107.1 The Peak/WXPK-FM New York "...Here We Go Again is a solid debut release. One can only wonder when Nappi will rightfully explode onto the music scene." - Annie Reuter, You Sing, I Write music blog "Michael Nappi's debut album, Here We Go Again, is of the same caliber as a major label release. The songwriting and production are excellent. Major labels should be looking at him. " - Mike Mullaney, Music Director, Mix 104.1/WBMX-FM Boston "Michael Nappi rocks! A copy of Here We Go Again was passed along to me and figuring it was just another new artist, I reluctantly popped the CD in, confident I would discard it after 20 seconds. I listened to the entire disk - twice! "Save the Night in a Bottle" is a smash hit waiting to happen. And bonus - he's a NY Giants fan." - Steve "The Frattman" Fratt, Host, ESPN Radio's "GameFace" "Michael Nappi was a pleasure to have on our morning show. His talent is just as impressive as his personal demeanor. Reminiscent of the singer/songwriters of the 1970's when the genre was at it's peak, he clearly shows his introspective side through his thoughtful, love oriented lyrics." - Dina Stavola, Booking Producer, FOX Connecticut

Michael Nappi - Here We Go Again

"It really is, in the simplest terms, me telling the story of the places I've been and the places I'm going," says singer/songwriter Michael Nappi of his debut album, Here We Go Again. "It's both a look back at those defining moments that have shaped who I am today and a looking forward to facing things to come." The third of six children, Nappi's passion for music began at an early age with his introduction to his father's vintage LPs. The Beatles, along with classic crooners like Johnny Cash and Elvis, captivated the youngster and sparked many an impromptu performance, most often staged on his apartment building's courtyard benches - and, on one auspicious occasion, on the hood of the superintendent's green Pontiac, a disastrous foray which ended with the young Nappi snapping the antenna in half and tumbling off the car. Inspired in equal measure by legends like James Taylor, Michael McDonald, and Stevie Wonder, and some of today's freshest and most inventive artists, including John Mayer, Jason Mraz and Train's Pat Monahan, Nappi's passion for songwriting has only deepened. "The craftsmanship, eloquence and intelligence of their songs are unparalleled," he says. "I've listened to James Taylor and thought, 'Why would I ever write another love song? It's been done to perfection.' But, on the other hand, it sure makes me want to try. These artists raise the bar. They are the Shakespeares of our time." For the making of Here We Go Again, Nappi teamed up with producer/songwriter Steve Buonanotte. The album is a showcase for his dynamic range as a singer and songwriter. Remarkably versatile and unabashedly honest, he transitions seamlessly from sensitive, acoustic-based ballads to explosive pop/rock anthems, each melody-driven track blending acoustic and electric guitars, live rock drums and soulful groove loops to create a lush foundation for his expressive vocals and thoughtful lyrics. It has long been the artist's prerogative to chart the map of his life in song, and Here We Go Again is no exception. From exploring the cyclical nature of repeated mistakes (and the failed attempt to escape them) in the album's title track, to reflecting on a missed opportunity with a lover in "Pretend," Nappi bravely exposes more than a few of his personal watershed moments in the thirteen-track album. Throughout the whole of Here We Go Again, Nappi delivers on both the pop and rock promises of the genre he commands, all with a nod to the blue-eyed soul that runs through his blood. He flirts in the feel-good fun of "Save the Night in a Bottle" and "Limousine" as effortlessly as he breaks your heart in the haunting "7:26," the album's first single, his own voice breaking with raw emotion as he sings: "Every drop of rain/Has a story to be told/Before it hits the ground/Giving up and letting go." "Love doesn't always hurt," Nappi confides. "It's just easier to write about it when it does." Like in "Gone," a hard-hitting rhythmic groove where Nappi unveils the paradox inherent in the self-preservation tactics we employ when we fear losing the one we love. "You know their tricks," he reveals, "And you're just preparing yourself for the day when they may leave. The 'I won't even miss you when you're gone' is such a defensive lie. It's completely the opposite." In all, Here We Go Again finds Nappi coming full circle as he shares his journey through lyrics that resonate, timeless melodies and an unforgettably powerful voice. "Deep inside, I'm still just that little kid singing as loud as I can on the hood of Mr. Hornberger's car," he admits. "Here I go again."