Artist description Heartfelt songs and rich, earthy vocals with an acoustic, electric blend.

Music Style Adult Contemporary / Pop & Rock

Musical Influences Joni Mitchell, Alanis Morrisette, Steely Dan, Sheryl Crow

Similar Artists Alanis Morrisette, Crowded House, Michelle Malone

Artist History Broad range experience in bands, ranging in 2-6 pieces. Jan Marvel is an accomplished drummer and percussionist as well as acoustic guitar. The musicians who joined Marvel on Too Close To Realityare all extraordinary, seasoned musicians; severalare graduates of the Berklee College of Music, Massachusetts and have performed with some of thegreats in music.

Group Members Jan Marvel - Vocals, 6 & 12 string acoustic guitar, ashiko drum, djembe, percussionLinda Chase - all keyboards and programmingDave Currier - drumsGreg Paul - 6 & 12 string acoustic, electric guitarsSteve Olsen - electric lead guitar on "Freight Train", electric rhythm guitar on "Friday Afternoon"Bobby Keyes - acoustic & electric guitar on "Altar Boys" & "Dancin' In Denial"Sean Hurley - upright acoustic bass on "Dancin' In Denial"The Mermaids (Jan Marvel, Linda Chase, Kris Olsenand Rikki Ramsden) - background vocals

Albums Too Close To Reality

Press Reviews "Adult contemporary fare that soars on the strengthof Marvel's heartfelt songs and rich, expressive vocals. Backed by a supertight band (Greg Paul issuperb) Marvel's Too Close To Reality presses allthe right slick pop buttons." - Northeast Performer"Jan has a rich, creamy voice that is like dark chocolate. She is immediately likeable. Her songs shift from image-oriented stories to poetic metaphorsthat paint in broader emotional brushstrokes..." - Songwriter's Monthly"Singer-songwriter Jan Marvel is accompanied by a host of impressive local musicians on her debut CDToo Close To Reality. Marvel's pensive songwriting style is both emotional and contemplative. It has a relaxed, laid back quality that is soothing to the soul. Produced by musician extraordinaire LindaChase, Marvel acquires the talents of Chase, DaveCurrier, Greg Paul, Bobby Keyes, Sean Hurley andthe late Steve Olsen to build this respectableeffort worthy of praise and merit." - MetronomeMagazine"Songs that mean something...Marvel like female performers, such as Natalie Merchant, has sungabout troubling social issues, but she also presents light and upbeat numbers." - Laura Pope,Union Leader Newspaper correspondant"...In December, the Vintage Fret Shop...selected Jan as their 1999 Outstanding Musician of the Year.She is only the third artist to receive such anhonor, and her riveting CD as well as engaging liveperformances have earned her that title..." - People in the News, The Citizen

Location Campton, New Hampshire - USA

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