Tyson Bowman
“Head over heels, gone a lil’ crazy and makin’ memories” defines the real Tyson Bowman
Reared in Erie, Pennsylvania, Tyson’s humble approach is cutting
through the crowd of hopefuls with his latest album. Country music was a
big part of his life and with musical influences of Alan Jackson, Garth
Brooks and James Taylor, it is clear to see the rock ‘n’ roll image
blend with his traditional country vocals.
Tyson spent his childhood singing in a church choir and dreaming of a
life in the country spotlight. “My family always had a strong musical
tie,” remembers Tyson. “My mom used to book all the
entertainment/performances at holiday parties at work and I can remember
my parents saying their first date was going to a concert.”
With music abilities that continued to grow, Tyson’s teenage years
found him rapping and beat boxing in a high school hip-hop group. “We
performed locally around town and even had the chance to open up for
American rapper, Ludacris.” After high school, he attended Mercyhurst
Northeast College on a basketball scholarship and after realizing his
love of music, he attended The Conservatory of Recording Arts and
Sciences in Phoenix, Arizona. On graduation day, nothing held him back.
He drove three days straight to where his heart was in Music City.
After arriving in Nashville, Tyson worked with vocal coach Renee
Grant-Williams, who describes his voice as “down right pretty.” Always
thinking of others, he founded “The Grand New Opry,” a take off of the
traditional Grand Ole Opry, but provides upcoming musicians live
performance opportunities. He even jumped back into school to obtain a
bachelor’s degree in management/human relations from Trevecca Narazene
University.
Tyson’s songs reflect on lost love, living life without regret and
enjoying the journey, not just the destination. “It’s all about taking
risks,” says Tyson. “Take risks, go to the extreme, ask God for
guidance, help others along the way, and as the great song says, Live Like You Were Dying.”