By any measure, the Claire Lynch Band is high on the bluegrass world's A-List, with musicians whose accolades include International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) Female Vocalist of the Year and two Grammy nominations for Best Bluegrass Album (Claire); two IBMA Guitar Player of the Year awards (Jim Hurst ); and two IBMA Bass Player of the Year awards (Mark Schatz).
Claire's musical direction dates back to the days of the Front Porch String Band, resulting in a seasoned sound that is simultaneously unpretentious and richly textured. It's a down-home, front porch sensibility—until you realize that it's a rare front porch, indeed, that has ever hosted musicians of this caliber. Jim Hurst throws out impossible leads effortlessly, and the band is grounded by bassist Mark Schatz's deft touch and masterful instinct for groove. Toronto native, Jason Thomas, brings monster chops on fiddle and mandolin, supported by remarkable musical versatility and imagination that have made him instantly at home in one of the greatest bluegrass bands currently on the scene.
Dolly Parton credits Claire with "one of the sweetest, purest and best lead voices in the music business today." Claire's harmonies have graced the recordings of many stellar musicians, from Ralph Stanley to Linda Ronstadt. Equally gifted as a songwriter, her songs have been recorded by The Seldom Scene, Patty Loveless, Kathy Mattea, Cherryholmes, The Whites and others.
Since March 2006 the Claire Lynch Band has been touring with a moving and impressive CD, " New Day" and in October 2007, a new CD titled " Crowd Favorites - A Claire Lynch Collection" was released. Songs include many favorites from her five Rounder projects, along with four Front Porch String Band classics newly recorded by the Claire Lynch Band. .
Although Claire’s songwriting is an undeniable gift, it’s her “captivating”, “hillbilly angel” voice which has marked her career. As one reviewer observed, “Claire’s is one of those rare voices which instantly reveals a beautiful personality and allows her to speak directly to your heart..."
Dear Friend May your Christmas be filled with joy and happiness. Best wishes for now and the coming year. May the miracle of Christmas fill your heart with warmth and love. Merry Christmas!! Regards~Bobby
Ciao, Claire Thank you for the add and the friendship. you are very good, I like your stupendous music a lot, Band, and stupendous voice. compliments ..really. you are one of my prefeitis, I feel great admiration for you, be really one whom is worth rather a lot! I hope to listen soon to you, in italy .. talk to you soon, and all of my best wishes to always listen to your good music all the best.. from italy.. and good life.. every day neal
Definitely Claire! Contact Tamara@worldwidebluegrass.com and tell her lets get you on the schedule! I took off a few weeks from the show - so much going on here - i needed a break. Make sure we have your latest project - or the tracks you want featured. . you can just email them - if we dont. Tam will know if we have it.
God bless.. lookin' forward to talking to you again and catching up!
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