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Karmina
Pop / Rock

Karmina



LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
United States

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Last Login:  7/5/2009
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   Karmina: General Info
Member Since10/31/2004
Band Websitewww.karmina.com
Band MembersKelly Rudisill (lead vocals/piano)
Kamille Rudisill (lead vocals/guitar)
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Photobucket Image Hosting "The Kiss" is the first video from Karmina's debut album, Backwards Into Beauty. The video features real-life couples who overcame the pressures of friends, family or cultures in order to be together. The song is influenced by Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet and the imagery of painter Gustav Klimt.



In addition to blogging about all of their touring activities, Kelly & Kamille have been bringing their video cam everywhere and are posting their adventures on YouTube.

Day 1 began on January 28 in Indianapolis, and you can see the entire 10-day trip in this video player.


Karmina on the legendary CBS Early Show- 2nd Cup Cafe

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Show your love for Karmina and wear some new Karmina merch. Click Here to visit Karmina's store and check out the new T-shirts -- men's and women's are just $20 each! The store also features handmade scarves, beanies and star necklaces.



REQUEST KARMINA AT YOUR LOCAL RADIO STATION

 
WYJB – Albany, NY

PHONE: 518-476-9595
EMAIL: lynn@b95.com

 
KUMU - Honolulu, HI

PHONE: 808-947-KUMU



 
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PHONE: 1-800-304-KWAV



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PHONE:859-422-1000
EMAIL: juliestephenson@clearchannel.com



WHUD – Newburgh, NY

PHONE: 1-877-274-WHUD
EMAIL: mbennett@whud.com



WJXB – Knoxville, TN

PHONE: 865-656-B975



KTSM - El Paso, TX

EMAIL: billtole@clearchannel.com



WHLG - Fort Pierce, FL

PHONE: 772-344-1999



WZID - Manchester, NH

PHONE: 1-800-666-0957



KPEK - Albuquerque, NM

PHONE: 505-299-7325



WDAR - Florence, SC

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EMAIL: contact@sunny1055online.com


 
KBEZ – Tulsa, OK

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EMAIL: ddallow@rendabroadcasting.com


 
WLDB – Milwaukee, WI

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WLHT – Grand Rapids, MI

PHONE: 616-451-WLHT
EMAIL: garyc@gogrand.com


 
WCDV– Baton Rouge, LA


 
WLNP – Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, PA

PHONE: 570-414-1943


 
KISC – Spokane, WA

PHONE: 509-241-9898

 
WLRQ - Melbourne, FL

PHONE: 321-632-LITE

 
WSNY - Colombus, OH

PHONE: 614-459-WSNY

 
WCRZ - Flint, MI

PHONE: 810-251-5108

 
KHMX - Houston, TX

PHONE: 713-212-5965

 

Record LabelCBS Records
Type of LabelIndie


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   About Karmina
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Pop music charts are often littered with pretenders whose main claim to fame is their daddy's fortune, their ability to lip sync on cue or the fact that they've been successful at acting. By contrast, the music of Karmina -- helmed by sisters Kelly (lead vocals, harmonies, keyboards) and Kamille (lead vocals, harmonies, guitars) -- reminds us that even in pop music there's no substitute for actual substance. Karmina, which means "song" in Latin, is all about real musicians who possess talent, know-how and determination. Setting themselves apart from these pop wannabees, Kelly and Kamille write, sing, produce and perform music that springs entirely from their own creative designs.

Although Kelly and Kamille are only 23 and 21 respectively, they've already acquired a good deal of experience and expertise upon which to build a lasting career. They're one of the first acts signed to the newly inaugurated CBS Records. As evidenced by the songs that encompass their debut album, Backwards into Beauty, and its first single, "The Kiss," Karmina's music possesses a soulful, seductive embrace that tugs at the emotions, without sacrificing the hooks, melodies and exuberant sense of fun found in the very best of pop music. Co-produced by Karmina and Guy Erez, the album features eleven riveting original songs, each extending an instant embrace.

At the same time, the album provides an undeniable affirmation of the way Karmina is able to meld their savvy and sensuality. One such excerpt is found in the lyrics that accompany "The Kiss," in which they borrow lines from William Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet and intertwine them with their own:
" Palm to palm, let lips do what hands do
They pray
Is it a sin to do what we want to?
Dont care where weve been
Give me my sin again"
The title itself, Backwards into Beauty, comes from a lyric in the album's lead off track, "Satellites," and it sums up the album's overall concept. "We're all constantly trying to find ourselves, and we grow as people through our experiences that's universal," Kelly explains. "Most of us feel strange and awkward at some point in our lives, but we can take those unique things about us, make them into something that's beautiful, and, in turn, express who we are."

In many ways, the album evokes the approach of classic singer/songwriter albums of the late '60s and early '70s, when artists like Joni Mitchell, James Taylor and Jackson Browne created many of their classics. "We wanted to get back to that approach when you had the same songwriter responsible for all the songs and one producer overseeing the entire album. When it's the work of a small, intimate group of collaborators, an album becomes much more personal and cohesive," adds Kamille.

Several of the songs from their album have been featured on network TV, including programs such as NCIS and Cane on CBS and The CW's Life Is Wild. They made their performing debut on national broadcast television this past December, appearing with such stars as Sheryl Crow, Fergie, Carole King, James Blunt and Reba McEntire on the CBS holiday special, A Home For The Holidays, which featured Karmina playing a song they wrote especially for the program at the request of the producers.

Kelly was born in Germany and Kamille in Hawaii polar opposites on the globe where both girls were raised before moving with their family to San Francisco. When the girls were only eight and ten years old, their mother enrolled them in the San Francisco Convervatory of Music where they took classes that included music theory, composition and classical voice training. As Kelly points out, "If you know how to do all of that, then you have the foundation to do virtually anything in music."

Before long, Karmina was successfully competing in prestigious music competitions, among them, the John Lennon Songwriting Competition, ASCAP's Lester Sill Songwriters' Workshop, the San Francisco Concerto Orchestra Competition and the California State Vocal competition, which they won no less than 27 times.

Initially, they could have been lured in different and diverging directions. Kelly was a skilled soccer player and even made it to an Olympic development team. Kamille was winning dance competitions and sang classically; so well, in fact, that veteran Grammy-winning producer David Foster teamed her with Josh Groban to perform at various high-profile fundraising affairs.

After eight years in San Francisco, the girls moved to Los Angeles where they attended the Thornton School of Music at the University of Southern California, and earned their Bachelor of Music degrees in Music Industry. Kelly went on to receive a Master's Degree in Music Education, as well as a teaching credential. "We always wanted to be the best at what we do," Kamille insists, "but we wanted to know what we were doing this wasn't a hobby for us, we weren't dilettantes so we made a point to learn everything we could."

Thanks to a fortunate confluence of talent and timing, Karmina's music education and hard work paid off: A copy of the band's demo found its way to an executive at the newly formed CBS Records. The record company's management team approached the duo in December 2006, laid out their vision for the new label and immediately offered Karmina a place on the roster.

"We couldn't imagine life without music," Kelly concludes. "We want to make music that lifts the spirit and has a positive effect on everyone that hears it."







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kooder (good music)





Sep 6 2008 3:46 PM

Here saying hello... and happy to have you as a MySpace friend. :)

kooder
Miracle





Sep 6 2008 4:07 PM

Thanks for tha Add.Love your voices..i can listen to them all day long.
Kelli





Sep 10 2008 3:44 AM

Hi Kelly, I just had to write and tell you that I heard "Kiss" on the tv show, 90210. Yes I was watching it! You probably know, but that is so awesome. I am also so excited for the game this weekend...go trojans! Hope all is well. Tell Matt hello for me. Talk to you soon.
♥ Love Bug ♥





Sep 12 2008 2:30 AM

Thanks for the add... you guys are awesome and so talented and i love your music really speaks to me... let me know if you guys ever come to AZ! =D
ludwell





Sep 12 2008 2:47 AM

awesome
Kaylee





Sep 12 2008 3:23 PM

Thank you for the add! I heard you on The Cleaner and loved your sound!!
~* KeNzIe *~





Sep 12 2008 6:00 PM

Heard your song on last weeks episode of "the Cleaner". It was so beautiful it brought tears to my eyes. I wish you both the best of luck in the future and all that you do. I will be checking in to hopefully listen to some more of your songs. You have beautiful voices and am so glad that you are able to write and sing your own songs that are near and dear to you!!!
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Sep 13 2008 4:52 PM

I heard you guys song The Kiss, on 90210 and i loved it! i was like when i get my internet back i am so going to listen to their song:) i cant stop listening to it all over and over again:) its Amazing u guys are really smart to make that song:) we all just love it!

xoxox
Hannah Joy
Jen





Sep 14 2008 1:15 AM

Thanx for the add! I'm really enjoying your music and look forward to hearing more!
♥Sh@UnN@♥





Sep 15 2008 4:59 AM

Thanks for your advice girls
SiCKA' THEN SWiNE FLU'™ FREE MAX B





Sep 15 2008 8:54 PM

walk you home = sooo beautifull
i love it :D
Elena





Sep 15 2008 9:26 PM

I Tivo'd "The Cleaner" and just watched it yesterday. I immediately googled the show to find that song. Yay, technology! Bought the song and the debut album and have been playing them all day. Thanks. You girls are really talented...I'm so jealous and may never pick up my guitar again! (It's okay...I play guitar as badly as I surf...)

:) e.
laurennn.





Sep 15 2008 10:21 PM

thanks :]
Niggy





Sep 15 2008 10:30 PM

awwwwwwwwww!!
haha thank you soo much!!
<33 your song on the cleaner :]
Christine





Sep 15 2008 10:37 PM

Wowwwww i love your voice.
with ♥





Sep 15 2008 11:11 PM

.thnx
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Sep 15 2008 11:14 PM

Wow. Thank you for my Birthday Wishes:]
You girls are amazing.
-Matt
.Oh Jessica.





Sep 16 2008 2:55 AM

XD i saw you on the cleaner to!!! and then i looked up the song
Bryce





Sep 16 2008 3:33 AM

Aw thank you!
I appreciate it :)
Fionaaa ;)





Sep 16 2008 6:24 AM

hey,

im from australia.
i heard you on 90210 last night and fell inlove with the song the kiss. i love your songs there all great!
keep it up. and i wihsh use the best :)

fiona,
x
V





Sep 16 2008 6:59 PM

Thanx for the Add Karmina -

Good luck to the both of you

V
ANGELA CAMILLE





Sep 16 2008 10:19 PM

thank you for the birthday greeting!
& the gift.. =]

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*^*Séverine*^*





Sep 16 2008 10:25 PM

Hi girls!
Thank you so much for your message :)
I love your music... 2 beautiful girls for 2 wonderful voices! ;)
I hope to see you in France !
love by a french fan <3
Harry





Sep 17 2008 4:08 PM

Thank you!
Miss Cali





Sep 18 2008 5:48 PM

Hi Kelly & Kamille,
I love your new CD, which I had to purchase after hearing Walk You Home on The Cleaner. You guys must do a show in the Atlanta area! Any plans for coming to the south?
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