MUSIC
IN Pieces: A new musical (highlights) - April 2021
STREAM In Pieces: A New Musical (Highlights)
The highlights album includes performances by “American Idol” alum David Archuleta, Andrew Barth Feldman (Dear Evan Hansen, “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series”), George Salazar (Superstore, Be More Chill), Solea Pfeiffer (Hamilton), Ben Fankhauser (Newsies), Natalie Weiss (Emojiland, “The Greatest Showman”), Ashley De La Rosa (Mean Girls), Mia Gerachis (Jekyll & Hyde), Brad Greer (Anastasia, The Broadway Boys), Leslie Hiatt (The Evolution of Mann), Emily Kristen Morris (Something Rotten), Stevi Incremona (Pyre Cantata), Sean Doherty (Men With Money), Nygel D. Robinson (Freedom Riders), Tommy Kaiser (BroadwayWorld Next on Stage S2 Winner) and songwriter Joey Contreras.
ME AND MR. POPULARITY - FEB 2021
“Me and Mr. Popularity” is the first single off of Joey Contreras’ upcoming album featuring the music of his new song cycle In Pieces. The song features Dear Evan Hansen star, Andrew Barth Feldman.
EVEN IF IT MIGHT HURT ME (THE DECEMBER MIX) - DEC 2020
“Even If It Might Hurt Me (The December Mix)” is a new mix of the song, “Even If It Might Hurt Me”. Co-written and performed by Joey Contreras and Carl Culley.
Another New York Love Story - Sept 2020
“Another New York Love Story” is a new rendition of this song, originally found on the album “Young Kind of Love”. It is performed by Leslie Hiatt, and also is in the song cycle, “In Pieces”.
EVEN IF IT MIGHT HURT ME - AUG 2020
“Even If It Might Hurt Me” is a joint collaboration with pop singer/songwriter Carl Culley.
Safer - May 2020
“Safer” is the joint first release from Joey Contreras and his husband Brian Russell Carey.
Unsaid (feat. David Socolar) - April 2020
“Unsaid” is a touching ballad performed by Waitress National Tour star David Socolar.
Wild (feat. Antonio Cipriano) - Sept. 2019
“Wild” is a new single exploring the shifting dynamics of open relationships featuring vocals by Jagged Little Pill star Antonio Cipriano.
““Open relationships have been a very big conversation between me and my friends over the last couple of years,” Contreras, a California native, told HuffPost. As for “Wild” specifically, he said the song is “a story about someone who is understanding of the thrills, but also the insecurities, of making the decision with a partner to open up a relationship. There’s no judgment. It’s more so an acknowledgement, a conversation and a meditation.””
Click HERE to read more on Huffington Post!
Love Me, Love Me Not (Acoustic Duet Version) - (Feat. Natalie Weiss & Ben Fankhauser) - June 2019
An acoustic reimagining of Joey’s first standout hit, featuring new vocals and arrangement by world renowned vocalist Natalie Weiss & Newsies star Ben Fankhauser.
JOYRIDE - EP (2019)
Taking over as the lead vocalist on this project, Joey Contreras weaves his stories of love and reflection through a blend of pop and country inspired landscapes, while still rooted in his familiar contemporary musical theatre flair.
“On his new EP, “Joyride,” Joey Contreras has a twofold aim ― to deliver “some good bops” paired with a heartfelt message of “value and self-worth when it comes to love” to his listeners. The pop and musical theater singer-songwriter made good on that mission”
Break FRom The Line (feat. Taylor Louderman & Natalie Weiss) - March 2019
“Break from the Line” is an empowering anthem featuring Tony nominee Taylor Louderman & world renowned vocalist Natalie Weiss.
First Sign Of Forever (feat. Mia Gerachis) - Dec. 2018
“First Sign of Forever” is a dynamic ballad featuring vocals by Mia Gerachis.
Like you Don’t Miss me - july 2016
“Like You Don’t Miss Me” is a sassy, kiss-off dance track.
Young Kind of Love - Nov. 2014
Award winning songwriter Joey Contreras releases his most ambitious and eclectic album yet. Featuring collaborations with the hottest NY talent around, including Natalie Weiss, Adrienne Warren, Loren Allred, Ben Fankhauser, and LOLO
LOVE ME, LOVE ME NOT: THE MUSIC OF JOEY CONTRERAS - NOV. 2010
Debut album by songwriter Joey Contreras featuring performances by Tony Award nominee Jeremy Jordan, Lilli Cooper, Katie Thompson, Blake Daniel and a host of other Broadway favorites.