Life Influences: My grandfather - Pappy Buddy
Musical Influences: Michael Jackson, Johnny Cash, Michael Jackson, NSync, John Mayer, Hall & Oates, Keith Urban, John Cougar Mellencamp, Van Morrison, Bob Marley, Mos Def, Justin Timberlake, Bruce Springsteen, Journey, Dave Matthews, Coldplay, Hinder.
A few words come to mind when describing Chase Mitchell. Seasoned, smooth and sultry are immediate choices. Unexpected lyrics and soulful hip-pop tracks will have you uncontrollably moving in your skin! An unlikely combination ...yes! Especially since this artist is still technically a teenager.
At age 9, Chase was cast as part of a music trio. It was this experience that unleashed his passion to perform that had been part of Chase's DNA since birth. The band consisted of two other young men, both much older than Chase. The eldest member of the group provided a nice "older-brother" role to Chase and was the bands back bone ... but it was Chase on lead vocals that always carried the stage. The musical chemistry between Chase and this former band mate would materialize again but in 2003 the group disbanded to explore their own interests.
As a solo-artist, Chase further pursued his musical interest. With a move to Nashville, Chase began immersing himself in writing circles and country music scene. Chase was growing as an artist and on his way to finding his true musical self. While in Tennessee, Chase recorded one album with Nashville producer Biff Watson. While some of these cuts had great success on Internet radio and inspired crowds, Chase felt he was still searching for his own sound.
Chase was then afforded the opportunity to travel and work in LA. During this time Chase took another musical leap forward while getting back to some of his true musical influences such as Michael Jackson, Hall & Oats, Justin Timberlake, and Robin Thicke. "In LA," Chase says "I started to develop a sound with what was more in line with what I had always envisioned in my head." After LA, Chase returned to his roots back in Georgia and began reflecting on a decade of sounds and experiences.
Then in 2009 Chase partnered with Creality Productions and re-connected with his former band mate and "big-brother" influence, Tim Brantley. Tim and Chase began a new journey and started co-producing some of the new songs Chase had transcribed in a quest to make an album that is uniquely Chase. Then we were all blown away when, after hearing a few tracks, Jon Kaplan agreed to mix the project for us. Now as Chase reflects on his new album he states "Tim, Jon, and I have completely captured the sound that I was striving for" "This process has been a labor of love" states Chase and "even though it took almost a year of my life it was worth every second." Chase feels fortunate to have been afforded the artistic freedom most artists' dream of when recording his most recent album. According to Chase, Every artist needs a muse, and I think mine comes from my lyrics ... just as every artist has a vision in their mind of what they are trying to create. "I feel really good about how this project turned out, but I am just hitting my stride and I look forward to continuing to grow with my music." states Chase with a grin.
While his youthful musical influences subtly come through ...this music screams Chase has arrived! The seasoned, mature vocal tones & retro sound will take you back and grab your attention! Kaplan described the record as straight up main stream hits; while Doc Holliday describes Chase as one of the best natural talents he has ever worked with!
Now at the ripe old age of 19, Chase has over 200 tour dates already under his belt and close to 100 recordings in his growing portfolio. Chase's opening credits already includes artists such as Taylor Swift, Jason Aldean, OutKast, Lil Zane. He has also played side stages with majors such as Rascal Flatts, Keith Urban ...and many others. Chase is a seasoned artist whose appeal spans many age groups and breaks demographic barriers as a true five tool crossover performer!
Helloooooo Chase, I haven't talked to you in foreverrrr!!!!!! How are you doing? I missed you! BUT....Yeahhhhh you're BACK!!!!!!=] I totally LOVE your new songs and pictures;-)<3 Keep up your great work and let's keep in touch!
Chase! Damn dude, where have you been?! I thought you dropped out of music or something haha. Lovin' the new songs, even though they're not country. I absolutely LOVE the new sound, it's more like you. : ]
Get your ass up here for a show...soon! It's been way to long.
Hey Chase, just stoppin by to say hey, I LOVE the new pics... Totally awesome! Also love the page, really cool. Hope all is well with you and I hope you have a great thanksgiving. Definitely gonna check out the new tunes cause from what I see they look and Im pretty sure they're gonna sound awesome.
Hey Chase, thanx for your comment back and that's good to hear from you:-) I can't wait your new CD and song! And where did you go? I mean your new pictures! That's cool:D
I'm doing good and my life is going okay as always!lol. I went to California on September 7th to October 3rd with my younger sister. I had really good time over there and I miss everything in Los Angelesss! haha. Anyway, I changed hair style!:) I updated some pictures of that so you can see it. Let me know what do ya think;D Keep in touch<333
Boy, don't even worry about it, it's not your fault! Things sound awesome..Goshh, wasn't I way off base with the LA thing..I wasn't even on the same coast ha. But it doesn't really matter because the weather is probably muchh warmer than it is here at the moment. =] Anyway, I really should get to class, ughh physics..not my thing. Thanks for making time go by just a little bit faster for me, lol. Later. <3 Kristin
I love the new website by the way. I'm probably way late on that one but oh well...It looks awesome, the 45 questions just made my entire freakin day, ha it was great! Oh and now you havee to come up with a powderpuff boy name ahaha! ;] <3
congrats glad to hear youre doing well and ill check out the web site for sure im planning on a trip down there with a couple of freinds so we'll have to do lunch or something ill let you know
Hey Chase, I wanted to come by to say Hey and to see how things are going with you. Love your new layout love you and your music sooooooooooooo awesome as always. Stop by some time if you get a chance. You are the most pretty-blue-eyed southern boy I've even seen. Catch ya later.
Hey Chase im glad things r going good for you......!!!! im happy lol......so wen you going to sing a DUET w me......huh....lol??? im serious,.....dnt be scared !
Hello! Im the gal who had short conversation with you and your boys in the lobby of the Lodge of Four Seasons at Lake Ozark back (Fair convention). I wanted to wish you a Happy and blessed Thanksgiving!