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Heather Styka
Acoustic / Folk Rock / Pop

"Travel and Teacups" now on CD Baby!



CHICAGO, Illinois
United States

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Member Since10/17/2006
Band Websitehttp://heather.styka.com
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InfluencesPeter Himmelman, Josh Ritter, Sigur Ros, Emiliana Torrini, Simon and Garfunkel, Ray LaMontagne, Ellis Paul, Nick Drake, Damien Rice, Ella Fitzgerald, Dave Carter, Elliot Smith, Tom Waits, Leonard Cohen, John Prine, Wilco, Sufjan Stevens, Feist, The Decemberists
Sounds LikeSomeone you might like to have a cup of tea with. I don't know what that sounds like, but I think tea is fantastic.
HEATHER STYKA: Travel and Teacups
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Sep 1 2009 8:00P
Schubas Tavern (NYSC Chicago Launch Concert) CHICAGO, Illinois

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   About Heather Styka
Heather Styka's latest release, "Travel and Teacups," features image-based lyrics with a compelling sense of poetry. Her warm, breathy vocals and distinct guitar style hover over an atmosphere of cello, piano, harmonium, and accordion.
Acoustic arrangements and complex lyrics were a natural choice for Styka. Her background is primarily in folk, having received airplay on folk radio shows from Alaska to Australia, California to her native Chicago. When Styka began writing songs at thirteen, the folk music scene provided supportive venues, such as the renowned Two Way Street Coffee House in Downers Grove. "Being a part of the folk scene has inspired me to write songs with depth," says Styka. "The folk community is similar to the poetry community: it's small. But in that intimacy, artists have the freedom to write with more subtle shades of meaning. And the audiences care about lyrics." Styka has garnered the approval of folk veterans such as Tom Paxton. She was selected to perform as part of the juried showcase at Folk Alliance Regional Midwest (FARM) and has been interviewed on Tom May's nationally syndicated program, River City Folk.
Styka's songwriting has been likened to that of Leonard Cohen, John Prine, Ani DiFranco, and Josh Ritter, but she's inspired by artists outside of the folk and singer/songwriter realms. Styka grew up listening to Talking Heads and Carole King, but she was always drawn to the chords and melodies of Celtic music. "And I love classical and jazz," says Styka. "I could listen to Django Reinhardt and Erik Satie all day. I've always wanted to get a tattoo of the last bar of 'Trois Gnossiennes,' but I'm terrified of needles."
As an English major with a focus in creative writing and poetry, Styka appreciates a good story or a poetic image -- and it shows in her songs. Styka's Midwestern background, urban identity, and rural roots are at the forefront of her latest release. There are albums that transform ordinary experiences into moments of cinematic eloquence; this is one of them.

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The Loneliest Monk





Jul 13 2009 7:12 PM


The Loneliest Monk and Asa Ransom cordially invite you to a party in 1923 on a movie set in Hollywood............... Click To Purchase Tickets
The Loneliest Monk / Asa Ransom at the EP Theater on July 18th and 19th
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Jul 5 2009 8:08 PM

READY HELEN





Jun 18 2009 3:45 PM

Thanks for the add! Our website is set to launch very soon, so keep an eye out. Get ready for ReadyHelen...where women roar!!
The Loneliest Monk





Jun 10 2009 4:33 AM


Ice cream. The Loneliest Monk @ Schubas!


Daysleeper





May 29 2009 12:22 AM

I have a solo show at Uncommon Ground on Clark this Saturday. Starts @ 10, I go on @ 11. Thought you might be interested. Hope all is well.

The Wandering Endorphin





May 28 2009 10:31 PM

Come on out and come see me play some gee-tar.



 

LISA HUGO





May 24 2009 5:34 PM

HI Heather, I'm really enjoying your music, thanks for linking up. If you appreciate the music of Norah Jones, Eva Cassidy, Katie Melua and many others in this genre, please have a listen to some of the tracks off my new album, you are sure to enjoy them! Comments are always appreciated. Lisa
www.lisahugo.net
Them Damn Kids (on tour now!)





May 5 2009 8:05 AM

psst...cd release show on june 23rd!
Phil Circle





Apr 28 2009 6:06 AM

I hope you get the chance to listen to the NEW TRACKS I've uploaded and come to SCHUBAS FOR MAY 7th!
We're releasing the latest Cd with a full band all nighter! Lots of special guests too!
-Phil
cory/the minor league





Apr 23 2009 3:54 AM

holy cats, it's been too long! hope you are well--the new cd sounds incredible!! Take care heather!
Adolfo





Apr 20 2009 2:25 AM

Thanks for the add!
GOODBYEHOME





Apr 19 2009 11:45 PM

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Mark Brink





Apr 11 2009 5:33 AM

Again, a great CD release show. By far, my favorite UG experience. I have been rolling down the road daily with your CD playing -- I'm very impressed with your production choices. Clean, crisp, and a clarity that honors your poetic brilliance.

After Grandmother and Mom - your biggest fan,
m
The Flip Side





Apr 5 2009 11:56 PM

Congrats on the CD! Sorry I'm not close enough to make your release party. Hope it's awesome. Make sure to send one of your CD's to WKSU-fm.
Will we catch you @FARM again this year?
Greg





Apr 5 2009 10:19 PM

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Mark Brink





Mar 30 2009 12:52 PM

My, oh my, oh my! How lovely are the new clips! Can't wait for Sunday!

hugs,
m
Ben Joyce & The Savage Young





Mar 26 2009 7:58 PM

If you're interested in going, email BenJoyce_Music@yahoo.com for more information.
Hope to see you there!

Chicago Farmer





Mar 24 2009 4:11 AM

Chicago Farmer will be performing this Friday (March 27th) at The Horseshoe in Chicago! It will be the 1st Chicago performance since December and to celebrate the return Chicago Farmer will be playing a 90 MINUTE SET from 9:30-11pm!
Hope to seeya at the Show!
Cody (Chicago Farmer)

Friday, March 27th 9:30pm
The Horseshoe 4115 N Lincoln
Chicago, IL Tickets Only $5
Chicago Farmer 9:30-11pm!
W/ Clifton Roy & Folkstringer

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brad yoder





Mar 17 2009 4:07 AM

thanks, Heather!
much appreciated.
hey, if you have any last-minute suggestions for a Sun., March 29th place to play in Chicagoland, let me know. And, of course, if you're ever passing near Pittsburgh, let us know.
:]
beth wood





Mar 13 2009 12:34 AM

heather it was wonderful to see you again!! keep on making that beautiful music!
Hardware - Fusion Tribute to Jimi Hendrix





Mar 11 2009 9:11 AM

Hi,
Thanks for the friendship.Nice music.
Much Love
Hardware
Sarít





Mar 11 2009 1:52 AM

Hey girl, how you be :o) Awesome seeing you at the Anais/Susan show :o)

hugs
Sarít
The Innocent





Mar 6 2009 7:09 AM

hey heather, if you're lookin for tunage next week, we've got ya covered!

-3/12--DOUBLE DOOR - w/ Mike Mangione... 21+, 9pm, $10
sign up to win free tickets from XRT here: http://www. 93xrt. com/wxrt-chicago-contests-giveaways/1561318

-3/13--Mad Maggie's (Elgin)..21+, 9pm, $6
-3/15--Uncommon Ground (Clark and Grace location).. FREE ALL AGES acoustic.


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-Mike / The Innocent
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Tiffany Hull





Mar 2 2009 6:38 PM

Hahah...April 23rd...YES! I'm looking forward to hanging with you in the Chi...Best!
Dennis Warner





Mar 2 2009 1:18 AM

Yes! FA was great fun. Thanks for the laughs.
:)
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