Heather Horton, vox, electric & acoustic violin, guitar-
Daniel Karlish, guitars...
also:
Chris Forte, electric guitar-
Rob Davis, drums-
Derek Brand, bass
Influences
Prince, Mozart, Simon & Garfunkel, Led Zeppelin, Emmylou Harris, kd lang, Melissa Etheridge, Bonnie Raitt, Nick Drake, Elton John, Alison Krauss, Lucinda Williams, Alanis, The Pretenders, Michael McDermott, Cat Stevens, Freddie Mercury, Blondie, James Taylor, The Black Crowes, Ryan Adams, Gordon Lightfoot, Roberta Flack, Peter Paul & Mary, Fleetwood Mac, Patty Griffin, Al Green, Sinead O'Connor, Sheryl Crow, Leonard Bernstein, Jewel, Elvis Presley, Beck, Janis Joplin, The Kinks, Billy Joel, C.S.N.&Y., Enya, Damien Rice, Tracy Chapman, Vivaldi, Rufus Wainwright, Jeff Buckley, Ani Difranco, Bill Withers...and just about everything else that has kissed my ear...
Sounds Like
...you be the judge! Hear the whole CD on www.cdbaby.com (Heather Horton, "Most of All")
Michael McDermott Live
Hawaiian born, Midwestern adopted and raised, appropriately depicts the cross-cultural inception of what has blossomed into the infused extreme musical crossover appeal and artistry of Heather Lynne Horton.
Self-taught pianist, violinist, guitarist, mandolin player and vocalist - by the age of 4, Heather was performing works by ear off of the family Heathkit stereo. From Simon and Garfunkel to Mozart, her intrigue of perfect melodies, harmonies and storytelling surpassed what her adopted family were able to comprehend or exploit merely from their living room. Heather has mastered what the industry salivates for – “the total package.” Not just another great singer-songwriter and certainly not just another pretty face. “...Men want her and women want to be her. Her hair, face, body are absolutely wonderful and so much fun to watch! More importantly, her musical talent and perfectionism on stage are unmatched… (Horton’s) electric violin and sensual voice are out of this world!” (Karen J. Layers, Tangled Thoughts).
Self-proclaimed and accused “music-obsessed”, Heather has spent her life formulating an evolution of excellence - creating music to visually, lyrically and musically appeal to the broadest cross-section of demographics ever possible. There is no age, sex, social relevance or music preference that can strip focus from her stage. “…I have seen, on many occasions, first time audience members drawn in, held captive and then released with the look of a gushing school kid running to their friends to proudly and excitedly report what they have just discovered…It's infectious - contagious…” (Mike Le Baron, 101.9 The MIX FM / US 99.5 FM, radio personality, Chicago, IL).
This year, Heather has completed her solo debut CD entitled, Most Of All. From her catalogue of over 50 songs, narrowing the CD to a modest 10 tracks was a frustrating task, as “playing favorites” is an impossibility with the amount of passion slathered within the depth of each work. “…Heather possesses two characteristics in combination with her extraordinary performance talent, song writing skills and stage presence …uncompromising professionalism and loyalty to her craft…and a strong desire to succeed while developing her art and skills…” (Scott Levy, studio owner/producer/engineer).
Look for Heather Horton showcasing across the country, seeking the ideal match for her ever-growing goals and ever-climbing star! “…Find Horton!... one of Chicago’s brightest, up-and-coming stars…” (David Kupcinet, Chicago Sun Times).
“…To sum (Horton) up in a few words; intense, emotional, intoxicating,
mesmerizing, innocent-yet-worldly. Simply put, Heather is an angel” (Joe Stephen, Standing Ovation Entertainment). www.hhroxx.com
Heather Horton
Sorry I only caught one song but it was so great to hear you and visit with you for a few minutes. Looking forward to hearing more of those great songs soon! -- Shannon
Hey Heather, thanks for putting "Goodbye" on the page...I really love that song! Still hoping to see some Chicago dates pop up on the performance schedule sometime this summer =-) -K.
Like I said before...Heather, you are a living embodiment of music.. Unlike the admirer below, I don't want your abs...they'd never fit...too tight...where's my Guinness? Your Fan, Dave Younger
Hey chicky, once again....AMAZING last night! My friends loved you and michael and we want to take a road trip to tennessee!!! How fun would that be? Where can I buy your CD's? I really would like to hear all your songs and I miss hearing "I'm Through"...maybe you can add it back to your player? Anyway, it was great seeing you again and can't wait to hear you again. In peace...Sandee
Hey luv how are you? I see you're pretty much in Nashville now, good for you! I hope things work out for you there. I'm gonna be home from 7/2-7/6 but it looks like we will miss each other (sigh). Oh well, keep rockin and hopefully one of these days we'll have a chance to get together for coffee or something. xo
I'm so sorry I have been MIA! Things, as you can imagine, have been crazy. I have a photo shoot on Satuday at 2pm (makeup at MAC at noon). SBux on Sunday?
