Artist description Armed with a Martin D-28, an eclectic grab-bag of original songs and a voice that is the guaranteed cure for what ails you, Los Angeles native Christie McCarthy is winning fans by stirring souls. Her voice has been described as soulful and undeniably original; her songs, as well-crafted and diverse, containing elements of folk, blues, rock, and jazz; and her stage presence as warm and captivating.

Music Style singer songwriter writes music which contains elements of folk, blues, rock, and jazz

Similar Artists Mary Chapin Carpenter, John Hiatt

Artist History · She has recorded and released two CD's, with a third on the way, working with such industry icons as Larry Klein, Denny Fongheiser, Nina Gerber and Norton Buffalo;· Toured the Southeast and California, sharing the stage with Janice Ian, Box Set, Laurie Lewis, The Warblers and Caroline Aiken; · Enjoyed commercial airplay on over 45 stations nationwide, and ranking in the Gavin Report on the Adult Contemporary Up & Coming Chart: and · Performed at the following notable events and venues: the California AIDS Ride, L.A. Music Week, the San Francisco Folk Festival, AthFest Music Festival, the Northern California Songwriter's Conference, Freight and Salvage Coffeehouse, Eddie's Attic, The Palms Playhouse, and Genghis Cohen.

Instruments Martin D-28

Press Reviews McCarthy is a soulful songwriter in the vein of…well, nobody. She takes the basic elements that practically every singer/songwriter uses and simply uses those elements much better than most. -Marc Pilvinsky, Flagpole Magazine "Terrific! An engaging performer with an innate sensitivity to her audience." -Michael Kelly, Entertainment Director, California AIDS RideEvery once in a while you hear a voice that makes you stand (or perhaps sit down) and reflect…McCarthy possesses such a voice…dulcet, golden… -Jason Slatton, Flagpole Magazine The ranks of today's best singer-songwriters are swelled as it is, but Mary Chapin-Carpenter, John Hiatt et al, will have to happily make room for one more…with such strong songs so ably presented, Christie McCarthy is an essential new artist for AAA and Americana radio. -Daniel Aloi, Gannet Wire Service Christie McCarthy has one of the nicest voices…anywhere. -Jon Galucki, Red & Black News

Location San Francisco, CA - USA

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