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The Callen Sisters
Alternative / Pop / Rock



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Member Since3/19/2006
Band Websitewww.thecallensisters.com
Band Members Jessa Callen - Harp, Vocals
Beth Callen - Guitar, Vocals
Chris Anderson - Bass
Dan Castellani - keyboards
Dave Gluck - Drums
Influences Tori Amos, Fiona Apple, Blind Melon, Ani Difranco, Fleetwood Mac, Nickel Creek, Crosby, Stills, & Nash, Alanis Morisette, Bjork, Beck, Nikka Costa, Bob Marley & The Wailers, Stevie Wonder, Pink Floyd, Nirvana, Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, Debussy, Beethoven, Radiohead, Grateful Dead,World & Celtic Music, (at the risk of generalizing), and many more....
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With a concert harp and guitar at the forefront, The Callen Sisters' sound is rootsy yet ethereal, infused with a certain pop sensibility. Their music has been compared to Tori Amos and Fiona Apple, and stems from the singer/songwriter genre with alternative rock influences.




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   About The Callen Sisters



When you think about angels, do they have harps? Are they sisters? Then you might be thinking about The Callen Sisters. Jessa (harp) and Beth (guitar) Callen are The Callen Sisters; two wondrous singer songwriters blessed by musical and lyrical talent much more mature than their years, 26 and 24 respectively, would suggest.

Born in the quiet art center of Westport, Massachusetts, the sisters always had a natural interest in music, learning piano, woodwind instruments and guitar and playing together in the school concert and jazz bands. When teens, they moved with their mother to Saratoga Springs, New York where they attended high school. It was then that Jessa took up the harp and Beth settled on the guitar. Their musical virtuosity soon had to compete with an emerging desire to write songs, both music and words and they soon began playing these songs together and performing in public.

Continuing their education upstate at SUNY Purchase in Westchester Co., NY the sisters honed their craft in local clubs. Jessa earned her degree in music composition and harp performance while Beth finished her music degree there and in London. These studies have made it possible for both sisters to teach music and impart their love of the subject to others.

Musically the harp has leant The Callen Sisters an original sound, a lightness of touch and an ethereal beauty that sometimes masks the darker subject matter of their lyrics. These often confront loss in a very direct and unsentimental way and speak to insecurity and the temporal nature of relationships whether in love, or in life itself. A series of deaths in the family in 2007 including their mother had a strong effect on their songwriting at the time. Their high, clear voices melding to each other, as only blood relatives seem to, enhance the real emotion of lines like these:

“Nothing lasts forever

We are changed by each endeavor

Learn to flow with the tide

and shells of youth will soon subside”

‘Life’

These are women who believe in life and want to share that belief through the telling of their own experience. At the same time there is a postitiveness about The Callen Sisters lyrics that rises above anything that could be mistaken for self-pity. There is strength in their knowledge and the way they communicate that knowledge through song is their greatest strength.

‘For me, music is heightened expression of human emotion. It's healing, it's engaging, it's real - I feel so alive and connected - even euphoric when I play. I hope to be able to bring that experience to others. Writing is like connecting with a higher source.’ – Beth Callen

“I draw from my life experiences and attempt to express what is happening to me in a way that other people can relate to. I always loved reading others people's lyrics and saying -"Yes! I know exactly what you mean - I'm feeling that way too!"’ – Jessa Callen

Unusually for a duo that uses mainly acoustic instruments they have varied influences. They name Blind Melon and Jimi Hendrix as major lyrical influences and both sisters have an abiding love of grunge. When they first began writing together at around 12 or 13 they did so trying to copy Kurt and Courtney and this desire hasn’t entirely worn off. More conventional influences such as Tori Amos, Crosby, Stills, & Nash, and Fiona Apple are easier to spot in their work as is Lindsey Buckingham and those glorious mid period Fleetwood Mac albums.

In October 2007 they released their self-titled debut album, a collection of beauty and wisdom in the form of songs. It was produced and arranged by Dan Castellani and released on their own label, Moon Mouth records. Despite the album’s limited availability it caught the attention of some of the more discerning critics.

“Loss is a big part of these 12 arresting tunes, true. But you get the sense that for the Callens, confronting it is what makes them stronger and lets them feel alive as humans.” – Fred Mills, Harp Magazine

Spotted by the eagle eyes at Cordless Records The Callen Sisters were signed in Sept of 2008. They are now playing clubs in New York City and putting the finishing touches on their second album, also with Dan Castellani. It will be available in the fall of 2009. The Callen Sisters are gifted and willing to give honestly of their talents. Anticipation is high.



"In a time of many copy cat artists, The Callen Sisters come forward for something new. Vocal harmonies, light guitar and a brilliant harp join together to form the perfect combination of emotions."

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Odarka

Odarka



Oct 10 2009 3:52 AM

Staten Island is a much safe beach for a harp, then the Jersey Shore!  Love the Photo... New Album Cover??
Congrats, 
Sara

Sara



Oct 10 2009 3:52 AM

Hi there, wanted to drop by and say hello to you and to say that I hope you are having a great week.  Keep in touch and look forward to hearing from you.  Sara
XXX
Yorgos

Yorgos



Oct 10 2009 3:51 AM

.. hello, have a nice day,
..and a great summer time. enjoy it
peace, from Greece.

D a d i o n

D a d i o n



Oct 10 2009 3:51 AM

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Rob Juice

Rob Juice



Oct 10 2009 3:50 AM


Passing thru Your Page to show some RESPECT,

Have a Powerful weekend

Juice in Chicago
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Juice Baby
Sara

Sara



Oct 10 2009 3:50 AM

 

Hi there,  
I hope you are ok and having a great day.  Sun has been out here.
Sara

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Melodic Revolution Records.



Oct 10 2009 3:49 AM


Rob

Rob Atkinson



Jun 24 2009 9:17 PM


Check out "MY POEM FOR HEATHER",
feel free to comment, Peace,
Liquid

Liquid



Jun 24 2009 9:14 PM

I hope that you have a great weekend!

Liquid Metropolis
Sara

Sara



Jun 24 2009 9:11 PM

Hope you are ok and have had a great week.
Loving your sound still.
Love
Sara
XXX
wretched

wretched one



Jun 24 2009 9:11 PM

Hello my friend. I would like to invite you to check out my new poem called "I Am a Storm".
Just click the picture below and the storm will  take you to my blog.
Thank you,
-byron
 
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Abadie/Sucato Inc.



Jun 24 2009 8:59 PM

Hey Callen Sisters! Just stopping by to show some love.. This is the first time I've heard your tracks.. Great music..

One love, one world..
Carlos Abadie
Ruby Jane

Ruby Jane



Jun 24 2009 8:59 PM

Hello, it's me, Ruby Jane.To those who don't know me, I am a 14 year old fiddler, songwriter. I have some songs posted that are fresh out of the studio. Let me know if you like the new songs..be one of the first to hear, even before they are released!Thanks! new videos too!
Ruby Jane
Wide Range

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Jun 24 2009 8:58 PM


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Mythica

Mythica



May 7 2009 2:52 AM

Your music is beautiful. Noticed you like Tori Amos - she is one of our biggest influences.
We think you will like our music - hope to see you at the show!! Peace, Melissa & Brazz Tree

Thanks for being our friend! Hope to see you at the show!

Come to the show and automatically be entered to win FREE CDS from Melissa & Brazz Tree!
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Crystina Maez

Crystina Maez



May 7 2009 2:52 AM

May you always have joyfulness and assurance in your life.
lisa♥

lisa♥



May 7 2009 2:52 AM


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Rob

Rob Atkinson



May 7 2009 2:52 AM

My friends are my blessing Pictures, Images and Photos
Baba Jaga

Baba Jaga



May 7 2009 2:52 AM

Callens!

We're friends now! I'm sorry about the cancelled show this weekend...venues can really be a drag sometimes. I was really looking forward to it.
But...
...there is one thing...
...maybe you should rethink your sub-drummer...
...pretty sketch...
FA - fabrice carré

FA - fabrice carré



Mar 23 2009 6:45 AM

HELLO, MERCI POUR L'AJOUT ET VRAIMENT BRAVO POUR LA MUSIQUE !
VENEZ FAIRE UN TOUR ET ECOUTER MES PREPRODS SUR MON NOUVEAU MYSPACE.

– MUSICALEMENT - FA
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We have revamped our Official Art and Music Fest website
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Tobiaz

Tobiaz



Apr 6 2009 7:28 AM

How have you been? That's so cool you signed with an indie label.
Rock on!
Patricia Ivey

Patricia Ivey



Apr 9 2009 6:12 PM

Have a blessed Easter weekend!!

Patricia
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John W. Davis IV



Apr 9 2009 8:50 PM

licks and kisses


Rob

Rob Atkinson



Mar 14 2009 8:24 AM

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