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Michelle Branch
Pop / Acoustic / Rock

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Nashville, Tennessee
United States

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Last Login:  11/11/2009
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Member Since9/20/2005
Band Websitehttp://www.michellebranch.com
Band Members Me, Myself and My Band.
Record LabelMaverick
Type of LabelMajor


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Nov 5 2009 8:00P
Black River Coliseum w/Dierks Bentley Poplar Bluff, Missouri
Nov 6 2009 8:00P
Knoxville Civic Coliseum w/Dierks Bentley Knoxville, Tennessee
Nov 7 2009 8:00P
Libertyville w/Dierks Bentley Chicago, Illinois
Nov 17 2009 7:00P
KS95’s "Live 95" Concert - Variety Theater MINNEAPOLI, Minnesota

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   About Michelle Branch
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Michelle Branch

Beginning with the acoustic based self-released Broken Bracelet in 2000, Michelle Branch has always been a young woman in a big hurry. The release of Michelle Branch’s major label debut The Spirit Room in 2001 ushered in an entirely new movement in pop music, busting open the door for the new crop of females who write and play their own songs, after all--there was no other female artist on the charts who wrote and performed all the songs on her record, and her music was distinctively driven by guitars and lyrics as opposed to loops and dance oriented videos. And the results spoke for themselves: over 2.5 million records sold, a Grammy Award, an MTV Viewer’s Choice Award on the basis of 4 top 10 hits and sold out tours with Sheryl Crow, a smash duet with Carlos Santana and an invitation from the Dixie Chicks to tour arenas this summer. Amazed by her abilities, the press used phrases like “old soul” and “wise beyond her years” to explain her skills. “I never wanted to be the ‘young female’ artist- I always looked at myself simply as a ‘female’ artist.” Other artists saw what she saw. “When I worked with Sheryl Crow and Carlos Santana, both said something to me that I will never forget—‘You’re the real deal.’ And when artists of that caliber say things like that, it helps me to remain focused on the songs and not my age.”

Branch’s new record release on June 24 entitled Hotel Paper will undoubtedly create new opinions and deeper appreciation for her artistry from both critics and fans alike. “I never asked for comparisons to other artists nor did I expect outstanding reviews. I did, however, demand a fair and honest critique of my work and that simply never happened. Hotel Paper guarantees that my growth as an artist will overshadow non-related questions that followed me last time around. Don’t ask: I’m 20 years old now!”

Owning the longest running Billboard Top 100 record of the last 18 months (82 weeks) with The Spirit Room, Branch segued from her own record to a Grammy Award winning collaboration with Carlos Santana prior to beginning work on her latest release. “I spent the last 2 years of my life traveling so when it was time to begin work on a new record, I realized that the record had already been written in hotel rooms around the world, hence the name Hotel Paper.” And those 2 years on the road brought maturity, experience, and confidence to a songwriter who already owned a sense of melody that generated several top 10 hits.

The first single, “Are You Happy Now?” is an aggressive statement about a personal relationship that took a surprising turn. Branch painfully comments, “Anyone who has been stomped on can relate.” What is equally apparent is that the single sonically represents the strength of emotion that speaks directly to the man who is the source of her pain. And radio agrees; the track has connected with audiences nationwide. Other tracks on the record with longtime producer John Shanks yielded deeper and more complex outcomes, including “Empty Handed,” which called upon famed string arranger David Campbell (Beck’s father) to deliver the 22-piece orchestra into the mix. Other strong tracks with Shanks include possible singles “Breathe” and “Find Your Way Back,” as well as the rootsy duet with Sheryl Crow entitled “Love Me Like That.” “It sounds too good to be true, but John and I had the song and felt that it needed another voice. We picked up the phone, called Sheryl, and she came down an hour later.”

Branch felt compelled to explore her acoustic beginnings with Grammy Award winner Jon Levinthal (Shawn Colvin, Roseanne Cash) to create the title track “Hotel Paper,” and risked the safe road by working with massive rock producer Josh Abraham (Staind, Korn) on a ballad no less-- that tested both of them. “We didn’t set out to create a ballad but part of being creative includes being open to running with new ideas when they hit. This was one of those moments.”

The record is full of those moments; timeless and bold music which makes the listener appreciate a body of work in lieu of labeling Branch’s accomplishments and talent by pages of a calendar. And her persona has lent itself to that: Her history and success is celebrated for achieving popularity without succumbing to prefabricated pop. But the challenge continues.

“Comparisons are always going to be made, and no one can change that. But just because other young females release records after mine does not create a movement. I’m happy to be included in a movement. Just start with Stevie Nicks, throw in Sheryl Crow, and put me somewhere at the bottom of that.”

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Angel of the Night

Angel of the Night
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Nov 12 2009 5:48 PM

Check out Megndredd. Myspace.com/megndredd
Vicky

Vicky Vicky



Nov 12 2009 6:57 AM

Check out my profile And Let me know Do you like me YES or NO http://www.doulike.us/photos/7211973.html?b=4&w=46
Rise With The Fallen (NEW EP NOW ON ITUNES!)

Rise With The Fallen (NEW EP NOW ON ITUNES!)



Nov 12 2009 3:48 AM

We just posted our new EP and we'd like it if you'd be able to check it out and tell us what you think! Hope to hear from you soon!

-Alan
Steph Hoy

Steph Hoy



Nov 11 2009 10:45 PM

Thanx for the add, love the music
hope you enjoyed mine too
cheers from France
Steph
Carrera Porsche

Carrera Porsche



Nov 11 2009 9:58 PM

SHOWING LOVE & SUPPORT. HAPPY HOLIDAY. XO
Light

Light



Nov 11 2009 8:53 PM

Some say the end is near.
Some say we'll see armageddon soon.
I certainly hope we will.
I sure could use a vacation from this
Bullshit three ring circus sideshow of
Freaks
Here in this hopeless fucking hole we call LA
The only way to fix it is to flush it all away.
Any fucking time. Any fucking day.
Learn to swim, I'll see you down in Arizona bay.
Fret for your figure and
Fret for your latte and
Fret for your hairpiece and
Fret for your lawsuit and
Fret for your prozac and
Fret for your pilot and
Fret for your contract and
Fret for your car.
Some say a comet will fall from the sky.
Followed by meteor showers and tidal waves.
Followed by faultlines that cannot sit still.
Followed by millions of dumbfounded dipshits.
One great big festering neon distraction,
I've a suggestion to keep you all occupied.
Learn to swim.
Mom's gonna fix it all soon.
Mom's comin' round to put it back the way it ought to be.
Learn to swim.
Fuck L Ron Hubbard and
Fuck all his clones.
Fuck all those gun-toting
Hip gangster wannabes.
Learn to swim.
Fuck retro anything.
Fuck your tattoos.
Fuck all you junkies and
Fuck your short memory.
Learn to swim.
Fuck smiley glad-hands
With hidden agendas.
Fuck these dysfunctional,
Insecure actresses.
Learn to swiM
Cuz I'm praying for rain
And I'm praying for tidal waves
I wanna see the ground give way.
I wanna watch it all go down.
Mom please flush it all away.
I wanna watch it go right in and down.
I wanna watch it go right in.
Watch you flush it all away.
Time to bring it down again.
Don't just call me pessimist.
Try and read between the lines.
I can't imagine why you wouldn't
Welcome any change, my friend.
I wanna see it all come down.
suck it down.
flush it down.
Alexa Rae

Alexa Rae



Nov 11 2009 8:37 PM

Thanks for being my friend! Be sure to check out my new video of Me Singing "Fireflies" by Owl City and let me know what you think ;)

xoxo Alexa Rae

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Joylissa Vleck

Joylissa Vleck



Nov 11 2009 8:15 PM

Hey!

It would pretty much make my life if you'd check out my music.

I have a new song up called "Magic". It's about the thing in life we pass off as common, but they're so much more than that.

Just a simple click, and a few minutes of your time :-)


Well, cheerio!


Joylissa Vleck
Guy Criaki

Guy Criaki



Nov 11 2009 5:42 PM

Thanks for the add Michelle..

Amicalement

Guy Criaki
Bobby

Bobby



Nov 11 2009 7:24 AM

Tough Guys Like ur Music too...
Number C

Number C



Nov 11 2009 2:54 AM

Check out my profile And Let me know Do you like me YES or NO http://www.wholikesu.net/photos/5790455.html?b=4&w=46
Ronnie Lee Daise / Associates

Ronnie Lee Daise / Associates
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Nov 10 2009 11:39 PM

"Blue Sky Paint"

"Blue sky paint and it's warm inside
Who cares if it storms out
Why
When we've got comfort tea and a jacuzzi
Plus I feel like studying anatomy
Come touch my heart flutter

She said

We've got each other
And a makeshift bed
What could be better
Than being together in agreement
Add
Sometimes we need it
Subtract
Ruts hold us back
Times
It's really great for our minds

Let's take a personal day
No need to hear the phones ring
Disappear from the scene
It'll hold it's own

Think

The pay off of taking a day off could be immense
Not to mention the pleasure can be intense
I promise to supply the suspense
In amounts that you'll recall
When you need to remember a thriller

Besides
We've got

Blue sky paint and it's warm inside
Who cares if it storms out
Why
When we've got comfort tea and a jacuzzi
Plus I feel like studying anatomy...,"

Ronnie Lee Daise
Americana

Americana



Nov 10 2009 11:27 PM

Thanks alot for friendship & keep up the cool work!!
Blue Dog And Sponge Cake

Blue Dog And Sponge Cake



Nov 10 2009 11:20 PM

We wish you a great week!
The Spanish Caravan

The Spanish Caravan



Nov 10 2009 8:23 PM

Blessings :) :) :)


From, Music City!
Mournin Sky

Mournin Sky



Nov 10 2009 7:32 PM

hello everyone

we are an exciting new band from liverpool england
we believe we are writing special songs and would
love you all to hear them for yourselfs
and who knows you might just fall in love

best wishes

mournin sky

P.S WE HAVE JUST ADDED 3 NEW ACOUSTIC TRACKS
TO OUR MYSPACE PAGE JUST AS A THANK YOU
TO EVERYONE FOR ALL YOUR SUPPORT
IT WILL KEEP YOU BUSY TILL WE BRING OUT THE BIG GUNS
LikoLili

LikoLili



Nov 10 2009 11:43 AM

They don't follow the fashion
Latest trend, no reaction
State of the world's affairs
Seem indifferent, but really care
Self-reliance what its all about
Don't need it, you do without
In the balance of the universe
Doesn't matter could be worse
....."Exceptionally Cool".....

ALOHA ...~ Robert & Libby
BIG CRAZY "RAIDER 4 LIFE"

BIG CRAZY  "RAIDER 4 LIFE"



Nov 10 2009 7:08 AM

THANK YOU FOR THE ADD MICHELLE CAN'T WAIT FOR YOUR NEW CD TO DROP.LOVE "SOONER OR LATER" WOO HOOOOOOO SMOOCHIES =)
♠AlisaMarie♠

♠AlisaMarie♠



Nov 10 2009 4:05 AM

Check out my profile And Let me know Do you like me YES or NO http://www.doulike.us/photos/7590282.html?b=4&w=46
star

Nam chul 남철 Sin 신



Nov 9 2009 10:56 PM

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El Floppy Tacos (Band Site) Get Us On I-Tunes!!!

El Floppy Tacos (Band Site) Get Us On I-Tunes!!!



Nov 9 2009 8:43 PM

Michelle
Thanks for the add! It is out pleasure to have you as a citizen of the TACO NATION!!!

We hope you laugh your ass off at all the naughty little songs on our page…

If you like them please let us, and all of your friends know about it!!!

Love, Peace, Taco Grease,
EFT
Joylissa Vleck

Joylissa Vleck



Nov 9 2009 6:44 PM

Hey!

It would pretty much make my life if you'd check out my music.

Just a simple click, and a few minutes of your time.

Thanks soooooo much!


Well, cheerio!


Joylissa Vleck
So Delicious Dairy Free

So Delicious Dairy Free



Nov 9 2009 6:39 PM

Thanks for the add, Michelle. We love your music!
mototaka

mototaka



Nov 9 2009 5:52 PM

Hi! "New album" is the enjoyment.
I was waiting it.

Thanks.
"Nikki Hornsby Street Team-Ohio"

 "Nikki Hornsby Street Team-Ohio"



Nov 9 2009 2:13 PM

Thank you for the add! Have a wonderful week~! xoxo
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