Kelly Mulhollan ~ Vocals, guitar, mandolin, banjo, harmonica, songwriter
Donna Stjerna ~ Vocals, fiddle, songwriter
Influences
Laurie Anderson, Victoria Williams, Bob Wills, Charles Ives, Merle Haggard, Gypsy Kings, Claudio Monteverdi, Banjo Dude, Woody Guthrie, Dolly Parton, Genesis with Gabriel
Sounds Like
A performance of "Ballad of Otis and Ocie" from March 2008!
"The creativity and originality of these two blows through the stale air of singer-songwriters like a gale of genius."
Rich Warren, Sing Out! magazine
"Seemingly oblivious to the limitations of what two musicians can create, Still on the Hill has set new boundaries of originality. This duo uses traditional instruments from their home in the Ozarks (mandolin, banjo, fiddle, guitar, harmonica and scrub board) as well as other exotic offerings (Moon guitar from Japan, African Mbira, and Tenor Ukulele) to create a kaleidoscope of musical color and texture.
The result is a yet-to-be-named hybrid music that simply compels people to stop and listen, to pause in their hectic lives and pay attention to something they've never heard before. It's magic, and there's simply not enough magic in the world today. Visually, Still on the Hill is full of color and motion; instrumentally, they command their instruments with power and grace, producing a sound that is both fresh and ancient at the same time; lyrically, their original material is packed with new ideas, social awareness and a level of intellect and consciousness that's seldom found in contemporary tunes."
Thanks for playing bass with me at Smiling Jack's. I had a great time. I'll call you soon to talk about doing some more dates. I also have a little bit of moola for you (some lunch money!).
Mark Bilyeu of (Big Smith) brings his beautiful voice and exquisite acoustic guitar work back to my Green Door show. And Pat Villines & Mattie Speece return to Fayetteville fresh from their nation-wide radio appearance on Prairie Home Companion. Very fortunate to have guest artists of this caliber on a Wednesday night for six bucks. As always, these shows have a very intimate vibe. And we have the best 'listening' audience you'll ever find in a nightclub.
I'll be hosting the show from my real piano, and guest musicians during my set will include Matt Smith (Flipoff Pirates), and Opal Fly. If you're looking for a different kind of show, or your looking for that old-school Fayetteville vibe...this is the show to see.
Thanks to all the Wednesday night Green Door fans. You've really turned these shows into something special.
--paul
p.s. Check my page for a FREE DOWNLOAD of "Bold As Love" (dedicated to Randy Crouch)
Hope to see you all for my show at GoodFolk house this Friday, June 13 at 8pm. GoodFolk was recently voted one of the top ten most quirky music venues in America by a New York magazine. You can bring your own beer and wine, and enjoy the show in the most intimate venue in town.
Guest musicians include: Kelly Mulhollan (Still on the Hill), Matt Smith (Flipoff Pirates), Jason Davis (Tablerockers), and David Embree. Come early and you can purchase limited advance copies of my new CDs, including my new single "Southern Nights". With limited seating, you should call GoodFolk now and make your reservations.
GoodFolk House 229 N. Block in Fayetteville 479-521-1812 Doors at 7:30/Show at 8:00 Tickets are $10
Also, Earl Cate and Charlie Platt (from PUNKINHEAD) will be sitting in with me for the last few songs of my set. Get there early if you want to see OPAL FLY. Doors at 7p/show starts at 8p.
I just want to tell you "thank you" for not only being my MySpace friend, but for the incredible support that you have given me, especially during this contest. I have been overwhelmed by the outpouring of support and your kind messages keep me going. I have just one week left before the winner is announced. Just think, no more messages asking for your daily vote! lol :) Again, thank you for all that you do for me and I hope you'll please continue to vote for me. Remember it's a daily vote and every vote matters. I can't do this without you! Keep those messages and comments coming! I love hearing from you! :)
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It was good seeing you guys, too! Thanks :] I'm enjoying him. There are lots of pictures of him in the 'Little Man' album, if you go to my photos. I've got some more recent ones that I'll put on later tonight, too. <3
Kelly & Donna... brothers and sisters of Fayetteville, Arkansas who may read this little comment... yours truly and mr. Tom Bianchi his self will be playing a Good Folk House Concert on Feb. 16. If there's a chance you're in town, it'd be so great to see you there.
I hear you will be playing with WHite Robin on February 2nd, is that the wonderful case??? Can I request some tunes off of your Toucan Jam cd?? That is the only one I have at this point...maybe you will have others at the show... Peace~
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