Van Morrison, Kimya Dawson, Tom Petty, The Waifs, Beck, early Liz Phair & Jewel, Shannon Hoon, Pearl Jam, CCR, Iron & Wine, Kurt Cobain, Billie Holliday, Skip James, Arlo Guthrie, etc., etc., etc.
"A singer/songwriter of genuine authenticity, Kristen Leigh's music encompasses nearly every genre with a subtle twang, raw emotion, and an alternative edge. From indie rock to folk to striking ballads, blues and punk, there is no style that Kristen Leigh will not play from the heart.
Influenced primarily by traditional folk music and artists like Tori Amos, Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell & Fiona Apple, the self-taught North Carolina native has independently recorded and released four albums: a collection of originals and covers entitled "Last Call" in 2006, the "Home for Christmas" album, "Caution to the Wind," which chronicles her breakup with her fiancé and subsequent travels to California, and her most recent project, an album entitled "Still Apt," featuring Leigh's unique interpretation of 11 songs of social protest written during the 60's and 70's.
Though her lyrics are written from an autobiographical perspective, Kristen Leigh's hope in the face of raw human experience and the diverse musical background from which she draws her notes are able to strike a universal chord. Maintaining her sense of humor even in her darkest moments (of which there have been a few), Leigh strives to bring change through her music by insisting that creativity and authenticity are practices of spiritual proportions that can inspire people to lead more honest, faithful and compassionate lives.
Performing music since the age of 16 at live music venues, local bars, coffee houses, theaters and street fairs all over North Carolina as well as New York and California, Kristen's looking to carve her own niche in the music world and change it for the better.
Kristen Leigh's albums are available at all of her live performances and at the Maya Art Gallery on Tate Street in Greensboro, NC. You can also order albums at any time by sending an email to: kristenleighmusic@gmail.com." ~HMG
Thanks to everyone who continues to support music and the arts.
My Dear Kristen Leigh, I want you to know that your music and your songs are my passion. I am addicted. There is something that pulls me towards them. Keep it up Kristen Leigh. B PS:Follow Me Twitter at http://twitter.com/iaent
We are finally ready to start promoting my 'I Surrender' single with my album, 'Ella Trip' coming right after -yey!! What d'ya think to the video teaser?
Also I wanted to keep you in the loop with what is happening with me and my music, and to tell you that you can get tons of exclusive, limited edition Colin Rink merchandise, but only for a limited time, and the clock is ticking! We're talking about videoss, photos, bonus mp3's, set lists, and so much more.
I caught the gaze reflecting from the pool, sight seeing into nowhere and nowhere looking cruel. And as a single tear fell from the sky it cut through all emotions while never asking why. But in the ripple I saw what appeared to be, another person all together precious as can be. Wading through the shallow parts into the ocean deep, I know it lies within you these whispers and these dreams. It is my desire to find them, draw them to the top, so all will see this beauty I see, perhaps the world will stop. But you must find within yourself this beauty I behold. You must see that precious gaze reflecting from the pool.
hey girl! i sooo wish i could make ur show tonite...my niece has a performance, but most def wanna catch ur next one. pls. keep me updated when ur playing in gso again. hope all is well. enjoyed ur cmas blog. take care! Laura (formerly of 'the sanctuary' infamy)
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