Chelsea Flor ~ Singer and Songwriter ... on Acoustic 6 and12 Strings
Mostly I play Acoustic Showcases either solo or with Dr Dave Sawyer on Lead guitar ... Occaisionally I may whip out my mandolin or bang on the keys a little... It's all about the song and the mood
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Dr Dave and I just recently had the pleasure of hanging out in the makeshift kitchen studio with the Great Slugger Trask Band ... Slugger on Guitar and keys... Mark Lockhart on Bass ... and Mike Quirose on drums
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Recently I have been added to the line-up in The Slugger Trask Band as Backing Vocals , Keys and Rhythm
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Occaisionally my Dream Stalkers are...
Billy "Fritz" Bernstorff - Acoustic bass and backup vocals------
If the Stars Align Dr Dave Sawyer on Lead Guitar------
Dan Ochipinti on Drums and percussion
Influences
Biggest influence musically- Brother Doug and the family harmonies... My Dad on his Ukelele... Jody Giambelluca on songwriting... Richie Sambora on his red Guild in my living room....Had to get one just like it... Bruce Foster with his fingers on the ebony and ivories, Bruce and Jody singing Beatles at Grand Mas in Queens ... and the whole shark frenzy gang. Jimmy Immi Jamalito still rockin it. My sister Lorraine RIP, I might have been 10 when I first saw her front her Band... Inspired by so many women...Joni Mitchell, Laura Nyro, Essra Mohawk-Where are you? Heart, Stevie Nicks, Sarah MacLaughlin, Moire from Clannad... Just to scratch the surface
Sounds Like
Check out the January issue of MY WEEK IN MUSIC MAGAZINE
Cover Story is Sandi Shaner's interview with me.
These past two years have been awesome for Chelsea Flor – Playing nearly 100 gigs this year has prepared her for opening up for her first national touring act Pat Green to a sold out crowd at San Diego’s fine 4th & B Venue. Playing Street Fairs and Festivals as well as garnering a nomination for San Diego’s HAT Award 2006- "Honoring Acoustic Talent" for "Best Female Performance". Recently she has been added to the line up of The Slugger Trask Band as backing vocals, keys and rhythm as well as tracking with them backing her on her songs. She also works for Avalon Global Promotions, Bands of the World Tour as their Band Liaison.
As a Native New Yorker, raised in a musical family, she spent her early years embellishing the East Coast sound in PA, NJ and NY… She attributes her early influences to the family harmonies with endless nights singing to the pop culture of the times. 1st band “Wet Dog” influenced by local Trenton/Jersey Shore Blues/Rock scene… 1st Song published “Madame Blue” co-written with Jody Giambelluca recorded by Frank Stallone and Valentine… After a hiatus from music she became a well sought after custom bridal designer owning her own shop “Chelsea’s Closet”. All the while she had been a researcher into Ancient Mysteries. Her passion for Ancient Cultures took her to many cultural centers teaching and lecturing here and abroad. Her accomplishments include two Documentaries, “Mysteries of the Sphinx 2”, “The Roswell Decologue”, several TV shows and the publishing of her periodical “Third Eyes Only”.
Coming from Cherokee heritage her teachings were embraced by the Native American circles where she worked with the elders of many tribes expressing the ancient sciences of Sacred Geometry, Sacred Sound, glyph interpretation, cycles of the Heavens and ceremonial song. Her travels to Sacred Sites have given her purpose to write songs again using this inspiration to get back into her roots seeking the music scene again. Transplanted to San Diego, she co-founded “Sirens Lure”, an all female tribute to classic pop/rock harmonies. During that time she was embraced by the musical scene to put herself out there soloing with her original songs… Her song writing style hints at a musical bloodline that embraces everyone from Joni Mitchell to Jackson Browne, Sheryl Crowe to Avril Lavigne. Yet the Native American influence runs strong in her lyrics and rhythms. Chelsea’s vision is to harness and create a signature sound to capture the hearts and minds of those choosing to further world consciousness. When she is not out there performing, supporting the local music scene or taking in a rock concert or two, she’s busy following her passion for the lyrical song. On any given day, you can find her with her favorite dog “Joline” on her favorite perch at Sunset Cliffs singing to the harmonies of the Ocean and Sky.
Stoppin by to say...pilamiya for the friendship, and the positive vibes. Wishin you a wonderful week! much luv and respect, your sisters on the four winds tour
Hey Chelsea, I hope business, creativity and life are keeping you flowing and glowing. I am stepping up to mention a side of my special effects graphics & photography business also offers on site locations PET PHOTOGRAPHY (home, beaches, park). Get amazing best of show art/photo services for one flat small price: http://www.freewebs.com/fxphoto/petphotographyart.htm
Hope you can make it on out to our first gig with the new lineup this Friday evening...maybe you'll bring that feller' Billy Fritz with ya'. -An early kick-off to the Summer! The Telegraph Canyon Band @ the Downtown Cafe Bar & Grill 182 E. Main St. El Cajon, Fri. June 5th, 8:00pm.
How are things, sister? Glad the new pup dog is settling in OK. You know we love to talk...and play songs...but recently we made a story with only one word, in a language unheard by those who use it...you take care, Chelsea u r gr8 Marcahttp://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&VideoID=55994810
We stoped by to say High and see wuts up! If your free come check out... The BOOK SIGNING with Scott Von Heldt the new guitarist for Brian HEAD Welch author of the newly released book MIND OVER METAL MOWER, Property Six & SLOWER Live With Silence Betrayed Assaulted Pepper Head Hurtz Monstarz Flatline Embers Rise and more... Friday May 7th & 8th @ CHASERS 8005 E. Rosevelt st. Scottsdale AZ. 85257 ALL AGES bar w/ID doors 6:30pm for tix & info (623) 418-6413 AZ's #1 Live show and best party in town! PropertySix may 8th at the book signing with Scott Von Heldt
Mixed by Dave Dominguez (Papa Roach) and mastered by John Cuniberti (Joe Satriani) featuring drummer Glen Sobel (Sixx AM, Beautiful Creatures, Jennifer Batten).
