Jana Holland, vocals, acoustic guitar, mandolin, & the banjo
Craig Holland, acoustic & electric guitar
Influences
I am but a mere reflection. Like the moon to the sun. I write songs that are emotional, intellectual and spiritual. I write as a response to deeply moving issues.
I have been influenced by my grandmother, who devoted her life to serving others. Both my mother and grandmother used music to engage with others. They used music to serve the broken and downhearted.
Singing with my grandma Grace and my mother are influences that stir deep in my soul.
I'm profoundly influenced by the tender mercies of my Creator.
I'm influenced by the despair and tragedy in the world.
I'm influenced by the intensely personal pain of being disconnected.
I'm influenced by the grace given freely from the One who made me.
When people hear my work, I'd like them to think, be moved to some sort of action, to be encouraged and inspired.
The Hollands! craft handmade music with an Avant-garde folk/punk blend. Weaving delicate lyrics wrapped in brawny rhythms, their message is both visionary and authentic. Their passion for music and each other comes out in every show.
Jana Holland is driven by her personal need to be and feel connected to others. She openly and honestly shares her life journey, offering an emotional, intellectual and spiritual response to deeply moving issues. Holland’s deep minor tones and angelic voice offer solace to any who listen. In honor of her late grandmother, Grace, Jana has become a representative of the National Breast Cancer Foundation. A portion of the proceeds from the sales of her 2007 release, ONE, go to support the NBCF.
Craig Holland hails from Melbourne, Australia. Growing up in a culture of music and diversity, his musical roots take him back to the mid-90's punk scene. His most recent project was with national touring band, Ballydowse, a 9 piece Celtic punk band. Craig brings his quietly powerful presence to the duo that is The Hollands!
Over the past year they have toured in the Midwest, down the East Coast to Florida, and as far away as Australia.
"To Holland, With Love", their first joint effort, released April 14, 2009, has Jana’s signature soul and sound, adding banjo and mandolin to her mix, while Craig demonstrates his penchant for the power of slides and riffs on a well played guitar.
Together – marvelous!
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DEADHEADS GET READY TO PARTY HEARTY WITH FAMILY GROOVE COMPANY~ROOTSTAND~IFDAKAR,AND MORE! Hey now! The 3Gs ('aka Grateful Garcia Gathering), is returning back to the Camp NCN Venue in beautiful Black River Falls Wisconsin July 30th though August 2nd 2009 where it all began over 6 years ago! A grateful place where Garcia fans will be gathering! It also marks the celebration of Jerry Garcia's 67th Birthday, plus the 14th Anniversary of Jerry's untimely passing. We have leased the campground venue for July 30th though August 3rd 2009 for our 6th annual music festival.
Other great music festivals have hosted at this venue such as Weedstock, Farmapalooza, Big Wu Family Reunion, Campout Roots Festival,just to name a few!
Artists included: Family Groove Company, Rootstand, Ifdakar, Boney Fingers, Baghdad SCUBA Review, Fungus Garden Reverb, Jam and the Playground Kids, In the Dark, MMC Trio, Elf Lettuce, Vinny Weible & Soul Logic, Groovitational Pull, The Reggie, Grateful Beth and the Volunteers, The Bar Tab Band, John Statz, Mr. Cab Driver, Brok'n Arrow, Greyleaf, and more Jambands to be added soon!
Our friends at Mystix Toyz will be on board at the 3G's for tons of family fun with juggling demonstrations, including juggling workshops, face painting, kids parades, plus drum circles and fire dance jams every night
You all did amazing at the Cup on Saturday!! I loved it!! Gracie's voice is amazing!! I pray that God would bless your family as you continue to use your talents in awesome ways!
DUDE!!!! THE HOLLANDS!!! YOU GUYS FRIGGIN' ROCK! Beautiful sounds... thanks for checkin out the video and sending some love! Keep on rockin! The Art is GREAT TOO! Love the voice and mandolin.. unique!!!!
Hey.. Whats up Jana! Your songs sound good. Still really like "Shadows"... I like how it was recorded too... can hear the finger slide movement and the picking of pick... picking the pick part... lol... anyways I certainly have not forgot about you even though you may beg to differ. Let hook up for real in few weeks. Just trying to graduate in the next two weeks. all right ... lots of pink clouds from me to you. luv, Rebecca
I might be bringing a friend! Her name is Kate Burie. You should check out her website that Nick made recently: www.kateburie.com. She just played at Open Mic. I hope you are blessed!!
Hi!! You are playing at the Cup on Saturday, right? I hope you have a terrific show!! Hopefully I can come from Iron Mountain to see you!! My friend is Nick Jensen - I like to call him the "Master Technician" on video! :)
