Char-Voice, Piano, Bell kit, Acoustic Guitar----
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Influences
Sigur Ros, Bob Dylan, Nick Drake, Radiohead, Coldplay, Beck, TOOL, NIN, Black Crowes, James Brown, Wilco, Janis Joplin, Joni Mitchell, The Doors, The Who, Sloan, Big Wreck, Silverchair, Moist, Massive Attack, Bush, B.B.King, Muddy Waters, Benevento and Russo, Mars Volta, Metric, Leaves, Sharon Jones, Jonny Lang, Tom Petty, Bedouin Soundclash, PHISH, WEEN, A Perfect Circle, Ben Folds, Rufus Wainwright, etc., etc.
Sounds Like
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Char(short for Charlene Birkbeck), grew up on the road as an only child. Her love of music and imagination was spurred by sheer boredom while traveling the world with her parents who always had the country station on in the front of the car, while Char had her headphones glued to her ears listening to alternative and pop music from the 90's. After high school, she acquired a diploma for Applied Arts-Jazz in 2004. While musicians were a dime a dozen in Hamilton Ontario, Char felt a strong pull for the West-coast after graduation. Going through various blues, experimental rock, and pop bands in Victoria BC, Char had her own songs she was writing on the side. In 2007, Char independently released a solo cd titled "Blame It On The Moon". Now she's is back in the studio recording her second album set to release in November.
In September of 2008, Char successfully toured Canada as a solo artist. With Char on keys, guitar, loop station and belting out vocals her live show is a blend of upbeat folk-rock, ballsy and emotive blues and magnetic minimalism. Char has received many raves for her live performances and was recently honoured as a guest soloist for a New Music West showcase. She was also a highlighted act on the recent 'Live from the Cornerstone Cafe' compilation CD that received raves from Victoria's Monday Magazine. Honest and full of subtlety and nuance, the songs on her latest album "Blame it on the Moon" have charted well at college radio stations, as well as receiving airplay and being featured on CBC radio. She has been honoured to play a number of festivals and showcases and to grace the stage with many fine talents such as Crimson Star (formerly The Caroline Spence Band), Los Gringos Locos, John Gogo, and Jupiter Sunrise at festivals such as Fernfest and NewMusicWest. Recently, Char succeeded at her first Canada tour in September 2008 and is in the process of booking another tour for Aug 2009.
Visit www.singerchar.com for more details and video of live performance!
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CD'S NOW AVAILABLE AT THE TURNTABLE- 107-3 Fan Tan Alley, Victoria BC Canada. 382-5543
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alright, so people always say happy hump day for Wednesdays. I think its just as strange to say happy Uphill on Tuesdays, or happy Downhill on Thursdays, but i've never ever seen or heard anyone wish that. -Brandon
Thanks for being friends network listen and enjoy. This is the Victoria Record Company that oversees Terry Gilbert, London drewgs and a host of Retro Victoria Recycled Rockers. It may seem confusing Char but you should be at this end. I've got Retro artists that are going viral on the net and I'm trying to keep up. I will email you and we can talk about doing some musical work. And we pay for the work by artists in our projects. Networking is a big key for us at V1 Music. The maine website is coming and it's huge. Talk soon and keep the awesome music coming you are one talented Victoria musician! Print collage" border="0" width="325" />
Thanks for making me discover your universe? Do not hesitate to visit my page. Musicalement. Mickael. Interpret French songs. In search of songs and production.
Great stuff Char. Love it. Belated Birthday wishes. Sorry I couldn't make your show, I was gigging at Trader Vic's lounge with Cal Batchelor and Art Horsman last night. Be there again next friday and saturday as well. Cheers.
Hey what's up!? Have yet to make plans for St. Patty's day? Come see Funk Vigilante, Smooch and DJ Benny the Jett ripp it up at the Vic Event Center! 1415 Broad Doors at 9 tickets 8 bucks adv. 10 at the door 19 + There will be plenty o' cheap booze! :) - Matt Bass
Char(short for Charlene Birkbeck), grew up on the road as an only child. Her love of music and imagination was spurred by sheer boredom while traveling the world with her parents who always had the country station on in the front of the car, while Char had her headphones glued to her ears listening to alternative and pop music from the 90's. After high school, she acquired a diploma for Applied Arts-Jazz in 2004. While musicians were a dime a dozen in Hamilton Ontario, Char felt a strong pull for the West-coast after graduation. Going through various blues, experimental rock, and pop bands in Victoria BC, Char had her own songs she was writing on the side. In 2007, Char independently released a solo cd titled "Blame It On The Moon". Now she's is back in the studio recording her second album set to release in November.
In September of 2008, Char successfully toured Canada as a solo artist. With Char on keys, guitar, loop station and belting out vocals her live show is a blend of upbeat folk-rock, ballsy and emotive blues and magnetic minimalism. Char has received many raves for her live performances and was recently honoured as a guest soloist for a New Music West showcase. She was also a highlighted act on the recent 'Live from the Cornerstone Cafe' compilation CD that received raves from Victoria's Monday Magazine. Honest and full of subtlety and nuance, the songs on her latest album "Blame it on the Moon" have charted well at college radio stations, as well as receiving airplay and being featured on CBC radio. She has been honoured to play a number of festivals and showcases and to grace the stage with many fine talents such as Crimson Star (formerly The Caroline Spence Band), Los Gringos Locos, John Gogo, and Jupiter Sunrise at festivals such as Fernfest and NewMusicWest. Recently, Char succeeded at her first Canada tour in September 2008 and is in the process of booking another tour for Aug 2009.
Visit www.singerchar.com for more details and video of live performance!
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