Music Style acoustic pop, slight modern rock/alternative leanings

Musical Influences REM, Joni Mitchell, Beatles, Randy Newman, Paul Simon, Indigo Girls,Talking Heads, U2, Clash, Harry Nillson, Jacob Bailis, Elvis Costello

Similar Artists Barenaked Ladies,Paul Simon,Randy Newman,Indigo Girls, Harry Nillson, U2, Bob Dylan

Artist History Francis graduated from Harvard University in June of '99 with a degree in applied mathematics and economics. He released his first extended demo/album, "Industrial Canvas", in March of 2000.

Group Members Francis Kim - vocals, guitar Chris Shelton - Bass Robin Lai - Drums

Instruments Guitar (acoustic and electric), vocals, bass, drums

Press Reviews "I've really scoured the online medium, though, and there aren't that many [Asian American Artists] out there. Some names that come to mind--A-A folkies I really respect and admire -- Francis Kim, whose songs have this rollicking, rock optimism..." -Jade Magazine \n "Lately, I've been listening to a lot of indie musicians, and they've actually influenced my songwriting. Some incredible singer-songwriters include Edie Carey, Rachael Sage, Jenny Choi, Kevin So, Mackenzie Grant, Amanda Garrigues and Francis Kim." -Annie Lin on Soundclick.com

Location Naperville, IL - USA

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