"It was my pleasure singing and playing with you Whitney. You are very talented and I look forward to working with you again. Rockaway. Robin "
- Robin Wilson The Gin Blossoms, Posted by Uranus Recording of Tempe on (Nov 16, 2006)
Who is Whitney Steele? A question that gets asked a lot; an answer you would expect to be quite simple. Whitney is a dreamer. And like most dreams, they can seem so clear, yet so hard to explain moments later. Whitney chases her dreams with a vigor and determination that can only be viewed as inspiring. Whitney’s acoustic songs are born, not just written. Her music is her heart, soul, and being. She’ll tell you about her triumphs and her tragedies. Her desire is to move you, make you think, and help you feel. Whitney’s music does just that!
Whitney is compassionate and honest. She believes people are basically good, but she’s intelligent and savvy enough to negotiate her way through the entertainment industry. You need only to understand that her music is her life, but her priorities are her family, friends, and loved ones. Whitney embodies the old fashion values of strong work ethic, determination, and moral principles to make her mark in the entertainment industry. She won’t push you out of her way to get ahead, but she will pass right by you if you fall asleep at the wheel.
The entertainment industry woke up to Whitney when she was selected as 1 of 5 finalists from more than 300 AT&T/Cingular Music Studio artists nationwide to compete for a chance to perform You Won't See Me Crying on an episode of the hit show One Tree Hill on the CW television network. Gretsch Guitars selected Whitney to debut one of the four guitars in the Gretsch Americana series in her music video for Storm Warning. In 2007, she was nominated best pop single of the year for the Hollywood F.A.M.E. Awards. Her hard work didn’t stop there. In 2008, Whitney took Arizona by storm when she won best singer/songwriter, best pop single of the year, and best music video of the year at the Phoenix Music Awards. She then took her show on the road and took home a nomination for best music video of the year at the Los Angeles Music Awards. Most recently, Whitney had the honor of singing The National Anthem for the Diamondbacks at Chase Field.
One of the biggest compliments in an artist’s career takes place when established artists begin to take interest. That happened when Scotty Johnson (lead guitarist of The Gin Blossoms) joined Whitney and her band on stage to perform at The Arizona Broadway Theatre. Robin Wilson (lead singer of The Gin Blossoms) lent his golden vocals in Whitney's song, You Won't See Me Crying. Whitney’s self titled second album will be released June 23rd, 2009. Scotty Johnson and P.H. Naffah (best known as the former drummer for the Refreshments and current drummer for Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers) joined with Whitney to lend their talents to Whitney’s hard work.
In the end, Whitney Steele is blue jeans and a guitar, she is pajamas with one part goof ball, and she is a smile and warmth that invites you to share in her dreams.
"Working with Whitney on her first full length LP has been a great experience to say the least. Pay attention to this name folks "Whitney Steele" it will soon become household. "
- "P.H." is best known as the former drummer for the Refreshments, P.H. Naffah Drummer for Roger Clyne & the Peacemakers (Mar 21, 2009)
"a great fresh talent with an incredibly delicate and vulnerable insight to what is going on inside of her, i love working with this gifted artist whose smooth voice weaves through your heart...a great addition to your music collection"....billy smiley....producer, songwriter, artist (White Heart)
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May you find serenity and tranquility in a world you may not always understand. May the pain you have known and the conflict you have experienced give you the strength to walk through life facing each new situation with courage and optimism. Always know that there are those whose love and understanding will always be there, even when you feel most alone. May you discover enough goodness in others to believe in a world of peace. May a kind word, a reassuring touch, and a warm smile be yours every day of your life, and may you give these gifts as well as receive them. Remember the sunshine when the storm seems unending. Teach love to those who hate, and let that love embrace you as you go out into the world. May the teachings of those you admire become part of you, so that you may call upon them. Remember, those whose lives you have touched and whose have touched yours are always a part of you, even if the encounters were less than you would have wished. It is the content of the encounter that is more important than the form. May you not become too concerned with material matters, but instead place immeasurable value on the goodness in your heart. Find time each day to see beauty and love in the world around you. Realize that each person has limitless abilities, but each of us is different in our own way. What you feel you lack in the present may become one of your strengths in the future. May you see your future as one filled with promise and possibility. Learn to view everything as a worthwhile experience. May you find enough inner strength to determine your own worth by yourself, and not be dependent on anothers judgment of your accomplishments. May you always feel loved. I am honored to call you my friend!
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On this day we call Thanksgiving I give thanks that someone so special has brought hope back to a day that was made so bleak by my friend two years ago today.
I give thanks that you and the lord have reminded me it is okay to celebrate and move on with her.
Although she will be in my prayers this evening so to will be thanks for the one who taught me it's okay to still be thankful.
I give thanks for you and your family.....
Super special Happy Thanksgiving hugzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz for you!!
Hi Whitney, Just dropping by to wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving! I hope you all have a wounderfull get together, and you all be safe. Keep on being you..because your awesome! Take care and God Bless - Gary
I'm flying by to wish You a nice Thanksgiving Day, of course if You'll celebrate it... :) Anyways, it's always nice to be thankful for all the positive things in our lives! Hope You enjoy the rest of the week! Take care & stay in touch! Your friend,
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