Artist description Motto is a two person band featuring Christy Jefferson and Tom Houston. Christy sings lead and plays the tambourine and keyboard; Tom plays guitar and sings back-up.Currently, the project is acoustic but intends to build up to a full band.Motto plays at various open mics in the Bucks and Berks County area and also at some clubs (notably John and Peter’s in New Hope and The Canal Street Pub in Reading).

Music Style Motto music is characterized by upbeat, catchy guitar riffs and creative, melodic, female vocals. Take rock, mix in some pop, and add in a little bit of fun.

Musical Influences Christy: Billy Joel, Tori Amos, Phill Collins, Enya, Adam Ant, Dexy’s Midnight Runner, the Smashing Pumpkins, The Counting Crows, Live, Scott Simon of Our Daughter’s Wedding

Similar Artists Dave Matthews Band, Tori Amos, Jewel, Days of the New, Billy Joel, The Beatles, Oasis, Janis Joplin, Joni Mitchell

Artist History Motto is a young project created by Christy Jefferson and Tom Houston – two long time friends who have recently combined their creative talents to write music together. Both Tom and Christy have performed with and belonged to other bands.This project is currently progressing in the areas of both performance and recording. Motto plays frequently at regional open mics and has gained further opportunities to play from these small exposures. We will be a featured band at several venues in the Bucks / Berks County area in July and August.

Group Members Christy JeffersonTom Houston

Instruments Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar, Female Vocals, Male and Female Back-up Vocals, Keyboards, Tambourine, Sequenced Drums, Midi and Music Software used.

Location Coopersburg, PA - USA

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