Writers' Night hosted by Debi Champion
Lisa Aschmann, Corey Anderson, Beatty Dimmit, Julia Cole, David King, Karree J Phillips, Cowboy Slim, Steve Lester, Bill Maier, E Phillips, AngelaMartinez, Kokomo Joe, Michael Chase, Brandon Flippen, Alvia Sandberg, Kenneth Cooper
Open mic starts at 10:30 after the scheduled music-- musicians-- you must sign up by 8 pm to play open mic.
Commodore Grille
Sun. 2/3/13
Show: 6:00 PM
Free
All ages
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Debi Champion
Singer-SongwriterArtist Bio:
From Reidsville, North Carolina, Debi Champion began singing with cousins and friends in her home state, then as a solo performer and later with duo's and bands all over NC, SC, Georgia, Virginia, and Maryland. She then moved to South Florida in 1976. Debi's unique blend of country, rock, and jazz made her one of the area's favorite entertainers. In 1978 she won the Mark Allen Critic's Choice Award for "Best Female Vocalist" and in 1985 she won the South Florida Music Award for "Best Rock/Pop/Blues Female Vocalist". Debi has appeared in concert with such diverse artists as Spyro Gyra, Bob James, Leon Russell, Dan Seals, The Dirt Band, Gary Morris, Kris Kristopherson, Restless Heart, Suzi Boggus, Dave Mason, Marshall Tucker Band, Ronnie Milsap, Three Dog Night, The Bama Band, and Mark O'Conner. She also toured as a back-up vocalist with Miami Dolphin, Tim Foley, and sang with the Miami Symphony.
Debi now lives in Kingston Springs, outside of Nashville, where she does demo session work, back-up vocals for different artists, and writes songs, some of which you may have heard on HBO or Showtime. She also serves as hostess for songwriter showcases every Tues, Wed, and Thurs night at the Commodore Grill in Nashville. She currently performs at the Commodore, the Bluebird, and at special events.
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From Reidsville, North Carolina, Debi Champion began singing with cousins and friends in her home state, then as a solo performer and later with duo's and bands all over NC, SC, Georgia, Virginia, and Maryland. She then moved to South Florida in 1976. Debi's unique blend of country, rock, and jazz made her one of the area's favorite entertainers. In 1978 she won the Mark Allen Critic's Choice Award for "Best Female Vocalist" and in 1985 she won the South Florida Music Award for "Best Rock/Pop/Blues Female Vocalist". Debi has appeared in concert with such diverse artists as Spyro Gyra, Bob James, Leon Russell, Dan Seals, The Dirt Band, Gary Morris, Kris Kristopherson, Restless Heart, Suzi Boggus, Dave Mason, Marshall Tucker Band, Ronnie Milsap, Three Dog Night, The Bama Band, and Mark O'Conner. She also toured as a back-up vocalist with Miami Dolphin, Tim Foley, and sang with the Miami Symphony.
Debi now lives in Kingston Springs, outside of Nashville, where she does demo session work, back-up vocals for different artists, and writes songs, some of which you may have heard on HBO or Showtime. She also serves as hostess for songwriter showcases every Tues, Wed, and Thurs night at the Commodore Grill in Nashville. She currently performs at the Commodore, the Bluebird, and at special events.
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Lisa Aschmann
CountryArtist Bio:
Lisa Aschmann has an emotional style that's pure, simple and sincere. Her musical styles include folk, R&B, jazz, gospel, country, pop, bluegrass, Latin & Celtic-inflected music. Less common, but still part of her catalog include some rock, rockabilly, Cajun, classical and Calypso music. Varied and “out-of-the-box” thinking contributes to this variety.
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Lisa Aschmann has an emotional style that's pure, simple and sincere. Her musical styles include folk, R&B, jazz, gospel, country, pop, bluegrass, Latin & Celtic-inflected music. Less common, but still part of her catalog include some rock, rockabilly, Cajun, classical and Calypso music. Varied and “out-of-the-box” thinking contributes to this variety.
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Cory Anderson
Artist Bio:
Cory Anderson grew up on a farm just outside Americus, Kansas. He started singing in church when he was eight years old. A couple of years later he began taking piano lessons and at the age of 13, he started teaching himself to play guitar. It didn’t take long for Cory’s natural talents to land him jobs playing with local bands. He also produced and wrote for several musical groups in town. In 2012, Cory realized that in order to further his career as an artist and songwriter, he’d have to move to Nashville. Within days of moving to Nashville, Cory’s played at Tootsie’s and the Whiskey Bent Saloon, and had performances scheduled at the Bluebird Café and Billy Goat Café. Cory has a sound all his own that makes it difficult to pigeonhole him in one specific genre. He counts Jack Johnson and John Mayer among his musical influences. When he walks into a room, if there’s a guitar sitting there, he’ll often pick it up and start playing. He enjoys performing simply for the love of music.
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Cory Anderson grew up on a farm just outside Americus, Kansas. He started singing in church when he was eight years old. A couple of years later he began taking piano lessons and at the age of 13, he started teaching himself to play guitar. It didn’t take long for Cory’s natural talents to land him jobs playing with local bands. He also produced and wrote for several musical groups in town. In 2012, Cory realized that in order to further his career as an artist and songwriter, he’d have to move to Nashville. Within days of moving to Nashville, Cory’s played at Tootsie’s and the Whiskey Bent Saloon, and had performances scheduled at the Bluebird Café and Billy Goat Café. Cory has a sound all his own that makes it difficult to pigeonhole him in one specific genre. He counts Jack Johnson and John Mayer among his musical influences. When he walks into a room, if there’s a guitar sitting there, he’ll often pick it up and start playing. He enjoys performing simply for the love of music.
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Julia Cole
Singer-SongwriterArtist Bio:
Julia Cole is a singer/songwriter from Houston, Texas. She is the winner of the Texans National Anthem contest, Woodlands Idol, and Rodeo Rockstar, and has been invited to perform the national anthem at two Houston Texans games, the NASA Rotary Awards Ceremony, Vanderbilt Basketball and Baseball games, and many other places. She currently lives/performs in Nashville while attending Vanderbilt University.
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Julia Cole is a singer/songwriter from Houston, Texas. She is the winner of the Texans National Anthem contest, Woodlands Idol, and Rodeo Rockstar, and has been invited to perform the national anthem at two Houston Texans games, the NASA Rotary Awards Ceremony, Vanderbilt Basketball and Baseball games, and many other places. She currently lives/performs in Nashville while attending Vanderbilt University.
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CowboySlim
Singer-SongwriterArtist Bio:
CowboySlim is the name a waitress in California gave me. I am a folksinger, currently based in Nashville, Tennessee. I am affiliated with BMI, Inc., and I have recorded five different CDs, which will soon all be available here. (2 are currently available.) I write songs about everyday people in everyday situations. Sometimes, I try to amuse, sometimes to make you think, but I always try to entertain. What is life if we simply pass through? We should all strive to improve our collective lot. Yes, I am my brother's keeper.
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CowboySlim is the name a waitress in California gave me. I am a folksinger, currently based in Nashville, Tennessee. I am affiliated with BMI, Inc., and I have recorded five different CDs, which will soon all be available here. (2 are currently available.) I write songs about everyday people in everyday situations. Sometimes, I try to amuse, sometimes to make you think, but I always try to entertain. What is life if we simply pass through? We should all strive to improve our collective lot. Yes, I am my brother's keeper.
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Steve Lester
Singer-SongwriterArtist Bio:
When charming wit meets musical prowess, Steve Lester is the outcome. Known not only for his powerful voice and soulful delivery, Steve’s engaging personality and on stage antics are equally impressive.
A student of soul pioneers and classic crooners, Steve strives to sustain that certain "class" to his sound and bring it back to the forefront of modern day music. While these elements are present, the true beauty lies within his lyrics. Originally strictly a songwriter, Steve’s transition in to a performing artist has been seamless. Taking the time to perfect his songwriting has allowed him the opportunity to find his true voice and niche as an artist. His number one goal as an artist and songwriter is to establish a real connection with his listeners. Few songwriters can capture the emotions of heartache and redemption like Steve Lester. It is his intention to provide meaningful songs that will stand the test of time by singing directly to the heart.
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When charming wit meets musical prowess, Steve Lester is the outcome. Known not only for his powerful voice and soulful delivery, Steve’s engaging personality and on stage antics are equally impressive.
A student of soul pioneers and classic crooners, Steve strives to sustain that certain "class" to his sound and bring it back to the forefront of modern day music. While these elements are present, the true beauty lies within his lyrics. Originally strictly a songwriter, Steve’s transition in to a performing artist has been seamless. Taking the time to perfect his songwriting has allowed him the opportunity to find his true voice and niche as an artist. His number one goal as an artist and songwriter is to establish a real connection with his listeners. Few songwriters can capture the emotions of heartache and redemption like Steve Lester. It is his intention to provide meaningful songs that will stand the test of time by singing directly to the heart.
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Bill Maier
CountryArtist Bio:
Listening to Bill Maier and Ten Gallon Fat will leave you feeling as satisfied as a great big helping of moms apple pie... ala mode of course! .... .. .. .. .. .. .. .. For years a dynamic performer on the New York music scene, Bill Maier's talents as a songwriter and singer earned him the respect of his musical peers, and rave reviews in local and national publications. Performing Songwriter Magazine said, Maier writes lyrics that touch the heart, and melodies that stay in your head. Newsday's Nightbeat called him a songwriting sharpshooter ...one of New York's best kept musical secrets." .. Maier and his band, Ten Gallon Fat cut it's teeth playing legendary New York City clubs like Kenny's Castaways, The Bitter End, and the now defunct Crossroads. The band earned it's reputation as one of the top live acts around, appearing in the finals of the Long Island Music Festival, and being selected as one of the Top Ten bands in the NY Tri State area by WCCN radio in Connecticut. Despite their success as a live band, the band only managed to release one full length CD before Maier moved to Nashville to concentrate on his songwriting. .. Maiers songwriting reputation is spreading from New York to Nashville and beyond. His song, Little Tin Can, was judged among the top songs in the CMT/Nashville Songwriters Associations Songwriting Contest. A few trips to Music City brought him some new fans, the attention of a few major music publishers, and the opportunity to perform in-the-round with an A-list of Nashville hit writers, including Bob DiPiero, Deborah Allen, Alex Call, and Stewart Harris. With each successive trip to Nashville, Maier became more entrenched in the Nashville music scene, working with music publishers and writing with many talented writers. He decided to make Nashville his home in July 2006.
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Listening to Bill Maier and Ten Gallon Fat will leave you feeling as satisfied as a great big helping of moms apple pie... ala mode of course! .... .. .. .. .. .. .. .. For years a dynamic performer on the New York music scene, Bill Maier's talents as a songwriter and singer earned him the respect of his musical peers, and rave reviews in local and national publications. Performing Songwriter Magazine said, Maier writes lyrics that touch the heart, and melodies that stay in your head. Newsday's Nightbeat called him a songwriting sharpshooter ...one of New York's best kept musical secrets." .. Maier and his band, Ten Gallon Fat cut it's teeth playing legendary New York City clubs like Kenny's Castaways, The Bitter End, and the now defunct Crossroads. The band earned it's reputation as one of the top live acts around, appearing in the finals of the Long Island Music Festival, and being selected as one of the Top Ten bands in the NY Tri State area by WCCN radio in Connecticut. Despite their success as a live band, the band only managed to release one full length CD before Maier moved to Nashville to concentrate on his songwriting. .. Maiers songwriting reputation is spreading from New York to Nashville and beyond. His song, Little Tin Can, was judged among the top songs in the CMT/Nashville Songwriters Associations Songwriting Contest. A few trips to Music City brought him some new fans, the attention of a few major music publishers, and the opportunity to perform in-the-round with an A-list of Nashville hit writers, including Bob DiPiero, Deborah Allen, Alex Call, and Stewart Harris. With each successive trip to Nashville, Maier became more entrenched in the Nashville music scene, working with music publishers and writing with many talented writers. He decided to make Nashville his home in July 2006.
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Angela Martinez
CountryArtist Bio:
PLEASE HELP ME MAKE MY DREAM COME TRUE TO BE THE FIRST LATINA TO MAKE IT IN COUNTRY MUSIC
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PLEASE HELP ME MAKE MY DREAM COME TRUE TO BE THE FIRST LATINA TO MAKE IT IN COUNTRY MUSIC
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Kokomo Joe
RockArtist Bio:
Kokomo Joe can be described in one word UNIQUE. His vocals carry the soulful sound of authentic Americana Soul.
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Kokomo Joe can be described in one word UNIQUE. His vocals carry the soulful sound of authentic Americana Soul.
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Michael Chase
RockArtist Bio:
For the last decade Michael Chase has been living as the artist who won’t be labeled or put in a box, writing songs, Acting in films and TV shows, teaching and travelling. On top of playing dozens of shows either solo or with his band Chase has been a sideman for rock outfits Mac Sledge, Revolver and The Shoes. The Shoes did a month in a White Horse Hotel Bar, which Chase claims “almost killed me…” In 2005 he formed the acoustic roots duo Dogflower with Marty bernard, they have shared the stage with such diverse acts as Anya Marina, Jack Lavin and The Revolving Monkeys. As a producer Chase has worked with some great artists, producing songs for Scott Lezarus, James Griffin, Marty Bernard, Andy Mitovich, The Revkeys and Minto. Chase also produced the soundtrack for the hit play Clown Elections. He co-wrote the title track for award winning feature film ’Everyone’ and contributed two songs to the Lynn Stopkovich feature Suspicious River. ’Best Intentions’ provides the emotional counterpoint for Molly Parker’s Character Leila during a pivotal scene in the film. Seven Miles Out is Chase’s second full-length studio album. eight songs are co-written with long time collaborator Bill Marchant with contributions from Marty bernard on three tracks. recorded in two houses, a seedy downtown apartment and one studio by Vancouver icons Scott Sanft and Mary Ancheta SMO is a journey into the complexities of relationships: the first blush, the happiness, the disillusionment, the separation and the passing.
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For the last decade Michael Chase has been living as the artist who won’t be labeled or put in a box, writing songs, Acting in films and TV shows, teaching and travelling. On top of playing dozens of shows either solo or with his band Chase has been a sideman for rock outfits Mac Sledge, Revolver and The Shoes. The Shoes did a month in a White Horse Hotel Bar, which Chase claims “almost killed me…” In 2005 he formed the acoustic roots duo Dogflower with Marty bernard, they have shared the stage with such diverse acts as Anya Marina, Jack Lavin and The Revolving Monkeys. As a producer Chase has worked with some great artists, producing songs for Scott Lezarus, James Griffin, Marty Bernard, Andy Mitovich, The Revkeys and Minto. Chase also produced the soundtrack for the hit play Clown Elections. He co-wrote the title track for award winning feature film ’Everyone’ and contributed two songs to the Lynn Stopkovich feature Suspicious River. ’Best Intentions’ provides the emotional counterpoint for Molly Parker’s Character Leila during a pivotal scene in the film. Seven Miles Out is Chase’s second full-length studio album. eight songs are co-written with long time collaborator Bill Marchant with contributions from Marty bernard on three tracks. recorded in two houses, a seedy downtown apartment and one studio by Vancouver icons Scott Sanft and Mary Ancheta SMO is a journey into the complexities of relationships: the first blush, the happiness, the disillusionment, the separation and the passing.
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Brandon Flippen
PopArtist Bio:
I'm aspiring musician who dreams of one day becoming an inspiring musician. I work really hard at being the best I can be whether that's with songwriting, playing piano, or just singing in general. I love music and I hope my audience will love the music I share with them.
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I'm aspiring musician who dreams of one day becoming an inspiring musician. I work really hard at being the best I can be whether that's with songwriting, playing piano, or just singing in general. I love music and I hope my audience will love the music I share with them.
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Alvia Dale Sandberg
CountryArtist Bio:
A boy in a man's shoes planted in the South with my heart back on the farm just singin a song... or more. If I write or cover a song, it's because the song needs to be heard (wink). I'm addicted to the singer-songwriter performances. There's nothing better than sharing life, love and embarrasing screw-ups in front of a crowd of onlookers and fellow songwriters. It keeps me encouraged to go to work and earn a living so that I can write and sing a little longer (grin).
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A boy in a man's shoes planted in the South with my heart back on the farm just singin a song... or more. If I write or cover a song, it's because the song needs to be heard (wink). I'm addicted to the singer-songwriter performances. There's nothing better than sharing life, love and embarrasing screw-ups in front of a crowd of onlookers and fellow songwriters. It keeps me encouraged to go to work and earn a living so that I can write and sing a little longer (grin).
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Kenneth Cooper
Artist Bio:
This ain't your Daddy's country! Come and get down and dirty with me, y'all!
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This ain't your Daddy's country! Come and get down and dirty with me, y'all!
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