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Melissa Reaves
Rock / Experimental / Roots Music

Fo Shizzle!



Boone, North Carolina
United States

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Last Login:  7/5/2009
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Member Since11/11/2005
Band Websitewww.melissareaves.com
Band MembersMelissa Reaves
Masa Takahashi
Seth Whitney
Bryon Larrance
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InfluencesBjork
Air
Mendelssohn
Julian Bream
ACDC
Chopin
Brazilian Girls
CCR
Alfonso X El Sabio
MC5
Ekova
Deep Purple
Alex DeGrassi
Aretha Franklin
Billy McLaughlin
Wilson Pickett
Montrose
Led Zepplin
'Old' Rush
Wagner
Sounds Likeyou know its just better if you decide that for yourself....a lot of folks say certain things, but I just wouldn't let someone else do the thinking for me .... not if it truly matters to you LOVE YA ;-)
Record LabelUnknown Indie
Type of LabelIndie


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 10 2009 5:00P
The Jones House ~ Boone NC Boone, North Carolina
Jul 24 2009 8:00P
American Dance Festival w/Choreographer Alex Smith~Duke Univ. Durham, North Carolina
Aug 5 2009 9:00P
The Cellar ~ Blacksburg,VA Blacksburg, Virginia
Aug 7 2009 9:00P
The Sweet Shoppe ~ Lewisburg,WV Lewisburg, West Virginia
Aug 8 2009 10:00P
Turn One ~ Wytheville,VA Wytheville, Virginia

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   About Melissa Reaves
Melissa Reaves
Melissa Reaves Musician, Melissa Reaves has been delighting audiences throughout the U.S. for more than a decade with her rock, funk and rhythm & blues-based sound. Reaves is a powerful vocalist and guitar player whose style ranges from driving rock & roll to a funk and groove sound that lends itself to a diverse repertoire of originals as well as some occasional choice covers. Performing over 200 shows per year, Melissa spends most of her time touring with her eclectic solo show as well as with the four talented musicians from her band. In January 2000, Melissa was chosen to participate in a "Women of the Millennium" showcase at the MIDEM conference in Cannes, France and toured in both England and France which included opening for Robert Plant of Led Zepplin.

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In 1999, Melissa won the Lilith Fair Talent Search for the Charlotte area. She took the stage at Tremont Music Hall by storm and blew the crowd away. Melissa is well-known for her electrifying performances which leave her fans screaming for more. Her performance at Lilith Fair was incredible, and Melissa ended up on the main stage at the end of the night and truly brought down the house.

Melissa's third CD, Sentimental Anthem, includes a blend of some incredible grooves and the powerful extremes of Melissa's vocal abilities. Nine tracks are originals and the CD includes a dynamic rendition of "Purple Haze" with the Willy's, as well as a beautiful acoustic version of "I Know You Rider." For Reaves, one of the goals for this CD was to capture the intense energy of her live performances. Sentimental Anthem was released in May 1999, and has received outstanding reception from both fans and radio play.

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Another of Reaves'accomplishments was the independent release of her debut album, Fall From Grace. Reaves wrote and arranged the entire album which includes ten listed tracks along with some extra surprises. Melissa has one track on the GO ON GIRL '97 CD compilation. The CD features female fronted bands from across the U.S. & Canada and is the brain child of Susan White at Fret Less Music.

Originally from North Carolina, Melissa Reaves tours nationally as well as internationally including New York,Boston,Atlanta,New Orleans,Seattle and Vancouver,BC. Melissa has shared the stage with Robert Plant, Sarah MacLachlan, Leon Russell,Sheryl Crow, Cyndi Lauper, Sister Sledge, Gloria Gaynor, Kenny Wayne Sheppard, Doc Watson, Little Feat; and has performed for many benefits and rallies including New York Pride, Battered Women's Shelters, and PETA. Melissa has also been a featured artist at the MIDEM, CMJ, & LMNOP conferences and at the NEA Extravaganza.

Melissa Reaves & The Willys unique sound and charismatic presence has received excellent reviews for their shows in Seattle, NYC, and in the Boston area. Rob Bloom of NYC's Manhattan Mirror said that, 'Melissa sings the blues all heart and soul...Melissa delivered the goods and shook the place,' while Steve Rylie of Creative Loafing says, 'Reaves will electrify any audience and send chills down your spine.' Melissa has propelled herself forward in the independent music scene with enormous strides. With her dynamic stage presence and burning desire to entertain, Melissa Reaves is someone who will excite and energize any audience!

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Rubik





Jul 7 2009 6:41 PM

Ayúdanos a escoger un tema de RUBIK para hacerle un video entra a nuestro perfil, escucha las canciones y vota por tu canción favorita en la encuesta que tenemos en el perfil; "TU ESCOGES EL SENCILLO"

Muchas gracias por tu ayuda :)
Galaxy Jam





Jun 8 2009 3:03 PM

Yess Melissa!!! Your set was fantastic!!! You left so many smoking creators for minds in the Dragonfly! thanks for helping us bring PSYCHEDELIC up in to the music again...and we can't wait to do that again!
Misti Long





Jun 5 2009 3:09 PM

Hey girly!  Just wanted to say hello.  I hope all is well.  Keep in touch!

Always, Misti
For the Birds Massage





Jun 4 2009 11:18 PM

Hey there ROCK STAR.. just thinkun' about you!!
Rubik





Jun 4 2009 5:14 PM

Hey que tal, ya escuchaste la rola "Que Va Ser"?? es para aquellos momentos en los que estas con la persona que amas y quiseras que nunca se fuera de tu lado...

"que va ser si no estas conmigo mas..."
Johnny





Jun 1 2009 9:36 PM

Hey u,

Thanks again for putting on an amazing set in Spencer on Sat, you totally blew me away with what you were doing with that 7 second delay pedal, hope we can start soon on doing that interview, take care!!!!
Teresa Farris





May 25 2009 8:25 PM

Come see us getting ready to move to a farm bring your tents 47 acres // i just had to focus on my new music instead of those  shows for a while i have a plan for you me and a group here so ill keep you posted call me love u all xoxox
Teresa Farris





May 24 2009 9:42 PM

How you doing??? man i have been busy with new music its just about finished what u doing you look busy!!! we miss and love u all T
CJ BOYD


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May 24 2009 3:17 AM

Hey thanks.
Looking forward to it too.
See you soon.
Mike





May 23 2009 3:18 PM

Hi Melissa
Great music and loved the show!! Let me know when you come back this way again.
For the Birds Massage





May 21 2009 12:13 PM

Cute new profile picture! What's shakin' these days?? Miss you!
Sisterseven





May 18 2009 4:17 PM

I am honored to be your friend

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Peace and love to you in the *light*,
Sisterseven
THE OMEGA CELL





May 14 2009 3:06 PM

Thanks for adding us to your friends list.Hope you are having a great week and hope to see you soon.Cheers!
TURN ONE SPORTS BAR





May 8 2009 3:21 PM

Just wanted to thank you for a great performance last night!
emergence productions





May 7 2009 6:50 PM

just a belated note of thanks for being part of the Stage 49 Gathering of Nations lineup! you all were fantastic and we appreciated your positive attitudes! wishing you lots of gigs, cd sales and exposure!
PRINCESS JASLENE





May 6 2009 2:36 AM

hello babygirl, hope you are doing well. thinking of the good times we shared back in the late 80's....have a goodnite, hope one of these days we get to see each other again. talk about those days..
Traci Howerton





Apr 28 2009 10:36 AM

Hey Melissa! Thanks for accepting my request...You are SO talented!! Love your version of "Bring it on Home"!!!!! Have a great week... -Traci
Amy





Apr 20 2009 3:45 AM

You were awesome playin some blues yesterday and it was so great to get a chance to jam with you. I am inspired to play more music.
Peace Sistah!
jimi rroxx





Apr 7 2009 4:09 AM

You have got to come check out a Crazy Bitch Night...
Arrows 1966





Mar 27 2009 9:40 PM

Hi Melissa
Greetings from Germany
Ernst
The Arrows 1966
sally jaye





Mar 25 2009 5:22 AM

you are ridiculously amazing! i hope to hear your live someday soon.
god damn girl!
Brandon Miller





Mar 19 2009 9:00 PM

Hope you have a good one. Love ya you corker.
emergence productions





Feb 27 2009 4:55 AM

Looking forward to meeting you! and welcome to GON lineup!
melissa and emmett
Albert Lee





Feb 11 2009 5:04 AM

Cheers!!
The excitement of the Grammy was overwhelming to say the least! #2!!
(via Albert's peeps, he's on tour!)

Grammy Award Pictures, Images and Photos

Albert Lee
Angela





Feb 6 2009 9:29 PM

where is your gig tonight or this weekend??
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