The term tunesmith can be bandied about rather indiscriminately. But when your best known work is beloved by billions and your lesser known stuff is as indie as it gets, the title is earned, your name is John DeNicola—and your retrospective record has arrived. Interestingly in DeNicola’s case, that retrospective record is also his solo debut. “I always wrote for bands I was in, even sang some lead vocals here and there, but I never aspired to be a singular artist,” says the industry icon, an award-winning songwriter and producer. “Until this unfolded...”

This is The Why Because, a collection comprised largely of DeNicola originals—including a little number called “(I’ve Had) the Time of My Life.” A subtle yet deceptively complex album of simply beautiful songs, The Why Because has been brought to fruition by DeNicola’s exacting ears, light touch, superb musicianship and gently endearing voice.

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