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James Christensen
James Christensen
believes in the musician's mission of writing music that connects with listeners.
Hailing from Somerville, MA - home of the June 28th Boston Handmade Marketplace - the Boston Globe says of Christensen that he writes songs that exhibit a "gentle, soothing grace." The Northeast Performer says "he fills his songs with a touch of humor while managing to keep them still relevant to a more serious underlying subject." Finally, Noise Magazine says, "Christensen's voice is as soothing as it is rich."
In keeping with his recorded music, his performances are earnest and heartfelt. His recently released second CD, 'Bull Rush', is now receiving airplay on over 100 stations throughout New England. This critically acclaimed release features strong lyrics in a high-energy recording that includes several outstanding guest musicians.
See James Christensen LIVE at the Boston Handmade Marketplace where local art rules. |
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The Grownup Noise
Since 2005, The Grownup Noise has been celebrated for its playful and poignant brand of indie pop. Tasteful use of dynamics, varying instruments; including a lead cellist, and unusual covers, are just part of the Grownup Noise's ever-evolving live production. All this, under the comfortable blanket of quality songwriting.
After numerous packed shows at various Boston landmarks including the Paradise Rock Club and Johnny D's, the band has sparked a buzz and a loyal growing fan-base, which is beginning to extend beyond Boston. The band already has three national tours under their belt, including shows at N.Y.C.'s -The Bitter End, Philly's- World Café Live, Nashville's- The Basement, and L.A.'s- The Viper Room. The future holds a lot for these boys and girl as they have just finished their first full-length, independent release. Their CD is self-titled, "The Grownup Noise".
So what does it all sound like?... From the Beatles vision of song structure to the Velvet Underground's blind intensity. With a true love for song, The Grownup Noise delivers melody and lyrics while combining melodic bass lines with dangerous, yet merciful drum arrangements. And though musicianship is abundant, it never strays into the vein, but remains poignant to the song. As goes the band's motto, " melody, melody, melody, groove, groove, melody. And maybe try to say something funny". Poetic, down to earth lyrics complete this original sound. The result: pop music, hold the cheese.
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