Artist description Michael and Kristen are a unique song writing pair who have combined their seperate talents to create Long Time Coming. Kristen wrote the lyrics and is the lead vocalist on the CD, and Michael composed the music, as well as played drums, percussion, and synthesizers. Together they have worked to create songs with thoughtful, often humorous lyrics, that document and explore the journeys of a woman from marriage to motherthood; anxiety to fantasy; from romance to politics.

Music Style Folk Based with hints of Rock, Jazz, Ethnic, and Urban

Musical Influences Patti Larkin, Sting, Pat Metheny, Tribal Tech, Carly Simon, Joni Mitchell

Similar Artists Patti Larkin, Shawn Colvin, Carly Simon

Artist History Michael and Kristen have been writing together for five years and Long Time Comming is the first product of their collaborative effort. They are currently working on their next CD.

Group Members Kristen Wells, Michael Blessing

Instruments Drums, Bass, Guitar, Keyboards, Percussion, and Vocals

Albums Long Time Coming

Press Reviews "Poignant, right-on-the-mark lyrics...coupled with uniquely beautiful arrangements provide...pure musical euphoria. Each song is distinctly innovative." - Sprinhill Community Coverall"...Long Time Coming is an album filled with dynamic and energetic (vocals) and backed by well blended instrumentals. Fuled by passionate lyrics, the songs address everything from relationships to the fabrications and inadequacy of politicians and government..." - The Lively Times

Location Sebastopol, CA - USA

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