On the Recordings
Jed Tomilinson - Drums
Kaley Kinjo - Bass
Andre Patterson - Trombone
Influences
Ani Difranco, Po Girl, Colin Haye, Michael Franti, The Waifs, Damien Rice, K-os, Sublime,
G & R, Bendouin Soundclash, Ray Charles, Nina Simone, Patsy Cline, Neil Diamond, Johnny Cash, Alanis Morisette, Linda Tillery, Emma Lou Harris, No Doubt, Fiona Apple, Ane Brun, Beth Orton, and on and on and on because every piece of music we hear influences us.
"I recently read that it doesn't matter where you are in life but that you are taking steps towards your dream. Music is my dream. Since I was 2 years old singing with "Rocking Robin" (on repeat for 2 hours straight), to an adolescent trying to wail like Whitney ( my poor parents), to today where I am the conglomerate of so many musical intentions and dreams. Music is my meditation, the voice of my soul, and the calling of my heart. Two of the most powerful forces I have ever found are music, and silence. And so I seek out both actively. Silence is the drawing board of music. It is where the potential of vast melodies incubate until one day with gratitude they are revealed by grace. I dream of finding that voice, that voice which can relay clarity of this human experience. I will ever be learning, discovering, and growing myself; music is the way I tell my story."
Over the past 2 years Thiessen has worked in the Calgary music scene as a vocalist for Blue Rhino, 8 piece Rand B band as well as Blue Stranger, a jazz trio she began after graduation in 2007. Grateful for the community and wisdom in these ensembles Thiessen always knew that her real passion lay not just in singing songs, but in the creation of song.
It was March 2008 when Amy Thiessen officially stepped into the Calgary music scene as singer songwriter, hosting a weekly music night at Oolong Tea House. Now a thriving event, the night regularly draws some of Calgary’s finest musician as well as talent from across the country.
In Dec of 2009 Thiessen released “Tell me” a 4 song EP after hearing one of scratch tracks on CBC radio. “That’s when I knew it was time for me to get into the studio” says Thiessen who has received airtime on both CKUA and CBC radio with her EP.
2009 has proven to be a year of tremendous growth and opportunity. Thiessen recently shared the stage with the great Ben E King in a concert at Knox United Church in Calgary. The event was the kick off for the “Stand up for the DI” campaign. This campaign, to generate awareness about the Calgary drop in Centre and its clients, includes a video as well as a recording of the timeless classic “Stand by me” both including the vocal stylings of Miss Thiessen.
This summer hails the first tour season Thiessen as she joins Calgary artist Sidney York, and Edmontonian Kaley Bird on a cross Alberta tour this July. She will be joining York again in August touring Canada’s eastern provinces. With a coast to coast goal Thiessen is planning a third tour in September with Kaley Kinjo from Calgary to the west coast.
A fusion of influence from Mantra to Jazz, Amy is continuously astounded at the ability for music to transcend boundaries and heal the heart; a goal she actively pursues in all wakes of life. With a voice that resonates to the core Amy delivers lyrics that act as a gateway for the listener into themselves . She looks forward to continuing her journey into music and hopes to begin recording a full length album in the fall of 2009.
Thanx Bunches for the Friendship. Please sign up to be a Fan to help keep the Netty Mac Train Chuggin'. This site is amazing! THIS SITE IS A MUSICIANS BEST FRIEND! It is rated by # page visits, # songs played, # of new fans - the higher the ranking the higher the odds of the Music Industry Execs will notice you. Cheerz & have a HUGE day!!
Thank-you so very much for the add! I always love meeting other Calgarians, there is so much talent here :). You have a real sweet quality to your voice. I am hoping to get down to the Oolong open mic night some time in the fall.
We wanted to stop in and say hi. We have a few updates for you. We have been working on our new album. Our first single off of it is on our myspace page. It is called "Your Body", go check it out and let us know what you think. We love hearing the feedback. We hope your year is going well so far. As for us, we have been keeping busy. We are getting ready to take off on our first tour. We are crossing Canada. Never forget that it is people like you who allow us to continue on the road we are on. You can check out our latest blog to see how you can get some FREE Makeshift Innocence shirts and cd's....Anyways, hope the rest of 2009 treats your right. Don't be shy, we would love to hear back from you.
Hello from the amazing Currently hot and windy plains just outside Calgary , Alberta(subject to change on the 1/2 hour with out notification) Wonderful music in your space.Many discoveries made at your space, very nice indeed to be m8s.Cheers ! (mO:) moreno
In a act of Kindness endorphin levels are elevated in the Giver, the Receiver and the Observer, how nice is that.
"do not seek happiness .. but .. do rid your self of unhappiness = Zero Negative thoughts"
"Share knowledge ,it is a way to achieve immortality"
Hey since your our friend we figured we would let you know that we have some new songs up. Feel free to check them out. We also put up two videos on YOUTUBE. Tides & reason I got the blues. Hope you enjoy. your Friends Makeshift Innocence
Amy, Your album is beautiful, your voice is so very genuine and passionate...i love it. All the best wishes for you in the new year, thank you for the friendship and the wonderful music. PS, i'd love to hear the song for your nieces and nephews if you have it recorded...til next time, Peace and Happiness.
Miss Amy, R we on for Dec.9. Also 2 tracks up from new album on my page and CD relesae party set for Sat.Dec.13 @ the Maritimer, with full band...hope you'll be there..Peace
