a bit ecclectic. i grew up on a random smattering of cassettes, including Lyle Lovett, Little Richard, Michael Jackson, and The Judds. Since then, I've added at least a few more faves to the list: Nickel Creek, Patti Griffin, Ani Difranco, Jason Mraz, Imogen Heap, Meg Hutchinson, Kasey Chambers, and Austin musicians Roel Martinez, The Hudsons, John Pointer, Gary Graves, Toni Price, Danny Schmidt, Paul Finley, and Pieces of East. Austin makes me smile.
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Joss soul with Sarah McLaughlin sweetness and clarity; Ani attitude and Baez depth; a musical paradox that keep you coming back for more...
After playing Austin coffee shops for years, Austin native Gina Chavez approached Momo’s to host the CD release for her debut album, Hanging Spoons. Weeks passed before she received a call about filling in for Austin songstress Suzanna Choffel on a Tuesday night. With one week’s notice, Gina drew more than 60 people for the weekday gig, a showing that prompted Momo’s to host one of the larges CD release parties they’d seen and offer her a weekly residency.
Months later, songs from Hanging Spoons landed Gina’s name in front of the editors of Billboard Magazine. As one of the top six finalists – chosen from 1,300 entries – Gina performed at Disc Makers’ 2007 Independent Music World Series showcase. Her music is now part of the Heavy Hitters CD Rom compilation being distributed nationwide.
With stylistic comparisons ranging from Joni Mitchell to Alicia Keys, Gina’s delivery is versatile and captivating. Accompaniment from the multi-instrument talent Roel Martinez (guitar, mandolin, bass) and several other Austin musicians brings movement and energy to a live show that is capturing the ear of the Live Music Capital.
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Gina - Ok.. YES, its almost a week away and you might have commitment issues when it comes to our shows, but is there ANY CHANCE you can make it to our show on June 27th? We are playing with Toddy B. (myspace. com/toddyb) and Shock Of Pleasure (www. myspace. com/shockofpleasure)at Hi-Lo at 6th and Lavaca. Doors open at 8 and SOP will start at 9:30 and I PROMISE YOU they are incredible. The show will be NO COVER and 21+. Do you think you'll be able to make it?
Hey! I love your music. I can't wait to come see a show. :)
No luck on the job front yet, and I can't move out there without work. So if you hear of anyone who needs a full-time Web Designer, tell them about me!
I want love to "make my skinny".... Hi Gina, just stopping by to listen to some tunes.. Aly has been singing good praises of you all WKND! Take Care Kalu James
Hey Gina! Thanks so much for the kind words! Your voice is INCREDIBLE... so so beautiful. I love what you do on sulking sound with the flips into your head voice. okay i'm sounding like a dork. Thanks again for checkin out my music. Hope we cross paths one day!! Liz :)
Thanks for letting me sit in with Ya'll at the LIGHT BAR Show for the Graduating UT Pharmacy Students. Hope you enjoyed the added drum sounds. I would enjoy playing with ya'll anytime...
Hey Gina, glad to finally be connected up. You and Dave sounded super great tonight!!! Hey do you do any spanish latin? I've got some spanish songs up myself.
