Artist description Chrissy's sound is her own unique blend of rock, folk, R&B, and blues, with a hint of country thrown in for good measure.

Music Style Pop/Folk Rock

Musical Influences Shawn Colvin, Joni Mitchell, Amanda Marshall, Kenny Loggins, Lyle Lovett, Rickie Lee Jones

Similar Artists Amanda Marshall and Shawn Colvin.

Artist History Originally from Centerport, NY, Chrissy started her career fronting several popular Long Island bandsand worked in the studio as a session vocalist for many new and established acts. She alsoperformed the vocals for a long-running European TV commercial for Vauxhall. Soon after she moved into New York City,Chrissy completed her self-titled debut CD. With an 8-piece bandof Long Island's top session musicians, Chrissy brought her voice to such legendaryManhattan music venues as The Bitter End, Le Bar Bat, and Catch a Rising Star. Chrissy is currently working on her second CD and she plans toreturn to the stage in the very near future.

Group Members On the CD, the band consists of Chrissy Lawless (all vocals), Steve Briody (guitars and all other instruments), and Bill Heller (keyboards on "Picture Perfect".)

Instruments Guitars, bass, keyboards, drums, and percussion.

Albums 1

Press Reviews New York Singer-Songwriter's smooth Folk-Rock relies on professional vocals, introspective lyrics and slick production. Smooth and refined -- makes you wonder if there were any rough edges to sand off in the first place. - listen.com

Additional Info Check out www.contenderrecords.com for a FREE mp3 of "Civilized World"

Location Flushing, NY - USA

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