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Hilary McRae - ON TOUR NOW!
Pop / Rock / Jazz

"'Through These Walls' Now Available In Stores"

Florida
United States

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   Hilary McRae - ON TOUR NOW!: General Info
Member Since3/17/2005
Band Websitehilarymcrae.com
Band MembersHilary McRae - Keys, Vocals Fernando Perdomo - Bass Derek Cintron - Drums, Vocals Jacin Nagao - Guitar, Vocals Robby Marshall - Tenor Sax Stewart Cole - Trumpet Dan Ostermann - Trombone

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InfluencesCarole King, Stevie Wonder, Bruce Hornsby, Chicago, Fleetwood Mac, The Carpenters, Earth, Wind and Fire, Don Henley, Elton John, Todd Rundgren, Steely Dan, Billy Joel, Paul Simon, John Mayer, Maroon 5, Jill Scott, Alicia Keys, Norah Jones, Heart, Toto, The Doobie Brothers, D'Angelo, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Thelonious Monk, Bill Evans

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Sounds Likesomething different

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Record LabelHear Music / Stone Road Records

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Type of LabelIndie





   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 2 2008 7:30P
Culture Room Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
Jul 3 2008 7:00P
BackBooth Orlando, Florida
Jul 5 2008 7:00P
Rocketown Nashville, Tennessee
Jul 7 2008 5:30P
House of Blues Chicago, Illinois
Jul 8 2008 6:00P
Crofoot Ballroom Pontiac, Michigan
Jul 9 2008 7:30P
Music Mill Indianapolis, Indiana
Jul 11 2008 7:00P
Agora Ballroom Cleveland, Ohio
Jul 12 2008 7:00P
Water Street Music Hall Rochester, New York
Jul 14 2008 7:00P
Club Infinity Buffalo, New York
Jul 15 2008 6:30P
Pearl Street Nightclub Northampton, Massachusetts
Jul 16 2008 7:00P
Paradise Rock Club Boston, Massachusetts
Jul 17 2008 7:00P
Bowery Ballroom New York, New York
Jul 19 2008 6:30P
Trackside Teen Center Wilton, Connecticut
Jul 20 2008 7:00P
Recher Theatre Towson, Maryland
Jul 21 2008 6:00P
World Cafe Live Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Jul 23 2008 6:30P
The NorVa (my birthday!) Norfolk, Virginia
Jul 24 2008 8:30P
The Handlebar Greenville, South Carolina

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   About Hilary McRae - ON TOUR NOW!

Hilary McRae-"Every Day (When Will You Be Mine)"

Hilary on The Early Show

By age 15, I knew my calling in life was to be a performing songwriter. Often while sitting in class, playing sports, or out with friends, a cool idea for a hook would come into my head….I would get an overwhelming urge to find the nearest piano and bring these ideas to life. I'd skip classes to spend the day at a nearby piano gallery because, of course, I couldn't be seen at home while I was supposed to be at school. For as long as I can remember, I've never stopped thinking about music.

I have been around it my whole life. I come from a musical family, it has always surrounded me. Growing up in that environment instilled in me a strong passion for creativity and expressing myself through my songs. I'm a pretty solitary person. I often spend days without sleep writing songs. Some I scratch and some I keep for a later day. Some come quick, some not so easily…nonetheless, it's all a labor of love.

A few years back, I auditioned for the Berklee College of Music's World Scholarship Tour. My audition was held in Miami, which is about an hour from where I was born, Boynton Beach, FL. I performed a song I had written and a cover of Don Henley's “Heart of the Matter.” I love Henley's music; he writes with such class. One fine day came and I was awarded acceptance to the school on a scholarship. Studying music and living in Boston was a phenomenal experience.

Last summer, I toured Central and South America with Latin superstar Christian Castro as a keyboardist and vocalist in his band. Taking French in high school quickly became a big regret, because I had to memorize a lot of lyrics in Spanish. It was a thrill being on the road with those guys performing in front of thousands. Some songs on the album were inspired during this experience and written while on tour.

I had known my producer, Zach Ziskin, for years before we began recording this album. We met when he engineered my first demo recordings when I was 16, even before he became a producer. He has been such an inspiration to me over the years. Zach introduced me to bassist Fernando Perdomo and drummer Derek Cintron, who are two of the funniest, most genuine, and most talented people I know. I have learned so much from playing music with these guys. Together, they really brought this record to life.

I absolutely love horns. I've always been fascinated with them, probably because I grew up listening to a lot of Chicago and Earth, Wind and Fire. I picked up a saxophone in middle school, and I've kept with it ever since. Charlie Calello, who has done arrangements for Frank Sinatra and Bruce Springsteen, came up with the stellar horn parts on the album. I was amazed at how much they added to the feel of the songs and the overall recording.

I pour my heart out through every note I compose and sing. Each song is a close representation of how I've felt (and perhaps we've all felt) at one point or another. Writing out my situations somehow makes it easier for me to come to conclusions. I went through a few major turning points in my life while I was writing this album, that's probably why these songs are so raw.

Now, at age 21, I've written more songs than I can count. They're all very personal. My first album tells a lot about me. Each song on the record, in some way or another, speaks of the trials and tribulations of life and relationships, themes we all can probably relate to.

- Hilary McRae


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Kito Sunshine





Jul 2 2008 10:04 PM

Whats up amigo !!!! I was wondering if you're interested in hosting some events with me during the week. You'll have a great time and the pay is great!!! Send me your number or call me .
Peace!!!
chelsea ♥





Jul 2 2008 1:24 PM

can't wait to see you this month!
Dane Petersen





Jun 28 2008 3:24 PM

Hey there--great meeting you in person finally! Loved the show at HOB; you and your band were rockin' it--IMO you're much better than the headliner! Make him open for you! Take care!
Taby





Jun 25 2008 1:33 PM

Looking forward to your show at Backbooth...
Brii





Jun 23 2008 5:56 PM

Hi Hil!

I just wanted to tell you that Breeze called me freaking out about a month ago when she saw your CD in a Starbucks...she, of course, immediately bought it...and then last weekend she called me freaking out because she heard one of your songs on the radio out in NM. :o) She was all excited and said, "Remember when we all almost got suspended from Salem???!!!"

I am so glad to see you doing so well, and I am loving your tunes!

Muah!
Brii
Kito Sunshine





Jun 22 2008 9:25 PM

Did you recieve my invitation for this Thursday? It's a true ladies night. Ladies drink , eat and get in for free till 1am on my guestlist . Would you like to host/promote for this eventt!!
Email me your name and number if interested
Thanks Kito
Tobacco Road





Jun 20 2008 11:27 AM

Hey Hilary,
we really wish you the best. I only listen to your CD all day. Hope you come Headline Femme Fest 2008 at Tobacco Road. Friday November 7th. 8pm-4am

PS Let me know and I will make The Hilary McRae Festival with all your favorite South Florida bands. I will...Oski
Mitch





Jun 19 2008 2:41 AM

Hilary, I just got a d/l of your video When will you be mine for free from Starbucks on Itunes!! You are awesome!! Where have you been? You are so pretty and cute with that baby face and smile!! Keep making great songs!!!!!!!! When will you be playing in NJ ?
Mitch :)
Rob





Jun 20 2008 11:20 AM

Hey Hilary,
Hope all is well & the tour with Teddy has been rockin'. Have a great weekend sweetie.
Lauren Alicia





Jun 18 2008 7:30 PM

Love your zound,
Give me a listen!
THEE SEAN PAUL





Jun 18 2008 7:53 PM

hey babe. not going to texas so i'll see ya at the culture room....maybe.
hehe
Sarah





Jun 17 2008 11:38 AM

Hilary, you were amazing last night in Portland! You sang all my favorite songs! Thanks for coming...come back again! :-)
Paul





Jun 13 2008 12:02 AM

Josh Thompson





Jun 13 2008 12:55 PM

Thanks so much for the add! Really like your stuff! Make sure to stop by and check out my new track "Answer For Me". Rock On!!

Jt
L O - v





Jun 12 2008 11:20 PM

Hey Hilary--

Is it silly for me to request that you put me on your list for your Provo show coming up next week?

That would be cool to see you... I know.I know... I should pay like everyone else but I thought I'd ask... maybe you'll smile at me.

greg.
JAYSI





Jun 12 2008 5:00 PM

HEY HILLARY MY GIRLFRIEND LOVES YOUR MUSIC TOO. SHE TOOK THIS PICTURE IN SAN DIEGO.
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Adam Agin





Jun 12 2008 2:35 PM

Come stop by and be a friend. What's going on in your world? Adam
KYLE





Jun 12 2008 4:03 AM

Awesome show @ the Roxy last night. You made a new fan out of me. Finally a girl who can sing great live.
Michelle G.





Jun 11 2008 8:35 PM

I saw you play at Starbucks Hear Music (on lincoln road) a few months ago.
It's great to see you getting the success you deserve! you're amazing!
Tobacco Road





Jun 9 2008 10:22 AM

We miss you at Tobacco Road.
Jackilova ;)





Jun 6 2008 4:06 PM

Hey Ms.
Celebrity! Guess who's song I heard while shopping at Bath & Body Works :D
Delilah Clark





Jun 5 2008 2:43 PM

Discovered you at Starbucks and I thought, OK... another pretty singer, but girl, you've got something special ... your voice has a knowing in it that demands attention.
Great vocals! And I got my music training in Boston and I too learned French in high school and I too wish I had learned Spanish instead!Photobucket
getojuce





Jun 5 2008 1:47 AM


Myspace Comments
Jody





Jun 4 2008 12:15 PM

Hey, Hilary...
I'm featuring you on my page right now... Hope you get lots of traffic!
xo
J
Will Champlin





Jun 3 2008 11:41 PM

Whatup Girl, if ur in town, come check me out. I haven't forgot about the track. I've got a few other ideas u may like. ttyl, Peace.

-W.C.
Hotel Cafe Poster
JON HAMMOND Band





Jun 3 2008 7:12 PM

Sounding good here in Times Square NYC Hilary & Band, thanks for the Add-On! I am on the radio every morning on KYOURADIO 1550 AM HammondCast Show before local news and traffic and playing gigs here and in Europe. If you come to the big apple or SF CA check in with me, I could put you on the radio sometime.
Keep up the good work there and have a safe/smooth journey!
Jon
http://hammondcast. wordpress. com
*Member AFM Local 802, Local 6 / ASCAP Publisher
Jon Hammond at B3, James Preston, Barry Finnerty
Pete Vega





May 31 2008 11:43 PM

Great job on the Early Show.... Good luck on the tour... Cheers.......
Chris





May 31 2008 3:01 PM

Hello! I know your bass guitarist!! Hi Jacin!
Entice





May 30 2008 11:00 AM

Thanks for accepting my our add request. Remember June 21st is our launch party for Entice At Club Eclipse. Check out our myspace page for information and drink specials.
Rob





May 28 2008 3:03 PM

Hey Hilary,
Hope you're having a nice week so far girl. Keep up the amazing work.
Lauren Alicia





May 26 2008 12:48 PM

Love your voice!
Check out my music!
diehard redsox fan





May 25 2008 9:26 PM

Hilary thanks for the add!! Your music is pretty amazing!! you sound like a mixture of Colbie Caillat and Joss Stone
Scott Sheriff





May 25 2008 3:31 PM

Dang-I like this record even more the more I listen to it-I've turned all my muso friends onto it and they love it. Please put some old mayo on your B3 player's sandwich so I can fill in. Just enough to get sick for a night. Nothing too bad.
:)
Karl