Artist description Powerful Led Zepplinesque trio meets disco Diva.

Music Style Rock and Soul

Musical Influences Rock N' Roll

Similar Artists Alanis Morrisette, Heart, Black Crowes, Led Zepplin, Beatles, early Van Halen, Lenny Kravitz, Humble Pie, Aretha Franklin, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Fleetwood Mac.

Artist History Phoenix Rising is a recently formed band of four longtime friends from a variety of musical backgrounds: Grace Rodriguez is a professional singer (including Latin vocals), dancer, impersonator, and actress who has performed internationally. Brad Ackley is a seasoned guitarist who has performed with groups in many different styles including, rock, country, fusion, jazz, pop, and blues. Aaron Michael is a session bass player in the San Diego area who has been featured in bands playing soul, rock, latin, and jazz music. Phoenix Richardson, former member of Smugglers Point, comes from a heavy background in rock and groove music.

Group Members Grace Rodriguez - VocalsBrad Ackley - GuitarAaron Michael - Bass and Backing VocalsPhoenix Richardson - Drums

Instruments Guitar, Bass, Drums, Vocals

Albums Three Wishes Granted

Press Reviews Phoenix Rising was recently featured in Dos/V user magazine in Japan this February as having one of the "Hottest Mp3's on the net" for the song "Take Me Home"."You won't believe this pop/rock band is new.Phoenix Rising won't be playing gigs like this for long. They'll be on to bigger venues if their sound leaks to a single record company. And after hearing them you'll be shocked that they've been together for under a year. Lead singer Grace Rodriguez has an electrifying unbound voice with stunning range. And you're going to wonder if guitarist Brad Ackley, bassist Aaron Michael and drummer Phoenix Richardson have been secretly on tour with Garbage, The Cult and No Doubt by the tunes they pump out. They're all just starting and in their early twenties. Don't expect to talk to your friends at this show, you'll be totally preoccupied with the great singing, music and performances." - Anita Michetti at www.digitalcity.com

Location Murrieta, CA - USA

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