Artist description Twenty-eight year old Kristi Stafford is a lively, energetic performer with a true passion for music. On stage she shares this passion with her audience using her charismatic personality and powerful voice. She is able to convey true emotion through her singing and is often told she leaves people with "goosebumps".Kristi is not only an excellent technical singer but has proven herself recently to be a talented songwriter. Both Kristi's writing and singing show an appreciation for various musical styles. She combines a unique and varied blend of country, rock, folk, blues and contemporary music.

Music Style Rock/Blues/Edgy Alternative Country

Musical Influences Gwen Stefani, Dixie Chicks, Martina McBride

Similar Artists Trisha Yearwood, Martina McBride, Pam Tillis, Jewel

Artist History Kristi fell in love with music and performance as a teenager, in Vernon, British Columbia, Canada. Singing has been her number one priority ever since. Although, she did make it a part time activity when she took a few years off to attain her psychology degree. Kristi's talent, hardwork, and determination will ensure her a spot in the music industry. She has graced the same stage as many stars including THE LITTLE RIVER BAND(September 2001), LE ANN RIMES and LONESTAR (July 2001), SAWYER BROWN and MICHELLE WRIGHT, and the legendary WAYLON JENNINGS, to name a few. Kristi has spent the last two years on the road in the United States and Canada polishing her performance and vocals at festivals and in casino showrooms. A focus has been working on original material; writing, co-writing, and performing. Kristi has an infectious energy and passion for her music which is apparent each time she takes the stage.

Group Members Kristi Stafford (Lead Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Percussion, Minneapolis, MN), Bobby Wertell (Lead Guitar, Minneapolis, MN), Bruce Perkins (Drums, Dallas, TX), Gary Pallen (bass, Minneapolis, MN).

Instruments Acoustic Guitar, Percussion

Press Reviews Kelowna Courier, The Okanagan Sun, The Vernon Daily News, The Morning Star (Vernon, BC), and The Silver City Press (New Mexico)- 1989 to date.

Location Vernon, BC - Canada

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