Kepi Ghoulie
I Can Talk to
the Animals
April 24, 2026
Get ready for pure, unadulterated joy. East Bay independent label SwankyTone Music is absolutely thrilled to announce a special digital release from the undisputed king of pop-punk positivity, Kepi Ghoulie. Serving as the perfect musical companion to his vibrant new children’s book, the "I Can Talk to the Animals" single brings Kepi’s colorful illustrations right off the pages and into your ears. It is the ultimate bridge between storytime and sing-alongs, designed to bring a smile to the whole family.
About the Tracks
1. I Can Talk to the Animals (Focus Track • 03:01):
The release features the acoustic, sing-along magic of the title track. Warm, catchy, and filled with Kepi's signature heartfelt charm, this is the exact song that inspired the accompanying storybook. It’s an undeniable hook that kids will memorize instantly, and parents will genuinely love having stuck in their heads.
RIYL: Casper Babypants, They Might Be Giants (Kids catalog), Kimya Dawson, Jonathan Richman.
2. Days That End in “Y” (B-Side • 02:43):
A lovably goofy, alt-country-fried companion track that perfectly balances the release with playful songwriting.
RIYL: Roger Miller, The Presidents of the United States of America, acoustic Bouncing Souls, goofy alt-country
Total Running Time: 05:44
Label Name: SwankyTone Music
SKU/Catalog ID:
820200833303 / ST-040
Genres:
Indie Pop
Kindie Rock
Acoustic Pop-Punk
Children's Music
For Fans of:
• Jonathan Richman
• They Might Be Giants
• Casper Babypants
• The Aquabats
• Groovie Ghoulies
Marketing & Promotion
Highlights
Digital Advertising: Phase 1 & 2 targeted online ad campaigns actively running in the core Sacramento and San Francisco Bay Area markets.
Regional Radio Outreach: Targeted outreach to local West Coast college and independent radio stations.
Label Support: Released under the SwankyTone Music fair-trade model, receiving dedicated newsletter, social, and web pushes to an engaged audience of California music supporters.
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Produced & Recorded By: David Houston
Label Contact: Scott McChane
Email: scott@swanytone.com
