Artist description Sounds like a rainy Sunday afternoon while you're doing the dishes, like when It feels so damn good to feel sad. Think of the soft tone of a James Taylor, the soul of Otis Redding, and the girl/boy you wish you could have kept.

Music Style Heavily melodic, sharp edged accoustic pop

Musical Influences Billy Bragg, Ani Difranco, Prince, Jeff Buckley, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Ben Harper

Similar Artists Ben Harper, Toad the Wet Sprocket, Dave Mathews Band, The Barenaked Ladies, Ani Difranco , The Counting Crows

Artist History "Robert Wilson is like an upbeat James Taylor, with musical ability and songwriting talent to boot. His lyrics range from the poignant to the hilarious. His last album was one of my Top 5 favorites of last year. I have taken people to see him play before and every one of them has purchased a CD on the way out. Anyone into the singer/songwriter genre will not be disappointed. "--Chris Brandt Universal Music / CITR Radio, Vancouver At 27 years old, Robert Wilson has seen his share of the bazaar. Raised in the Canadian far north, he rode a dog sled at the age of 5. His 18th Birthday found him in Malaysia selling his belongings to buy a bus ticket. At 21 he was in New York city arresting car thieves with The Guardian Angels community policing organization, and by 24 he was busking the Picadilly line on the London Underground At 26 he released his first full length CD - "Thin Man" Robert Wilson, one of Vancouver’s favourite artists, captures that rare combination of up tempo melodies and great lyrics. "Sharp edged acoustic pop, crafted with wit and inner turmoil," says CBC Radio. (Canadian Broadcasting Corporation) Throughout countless performances from street corners to nightclubs, Wilson has developed a savvy and intimate style that is both melancholy and celebratory, often at the same time. Wilson’s accomplishments include nominations for the Georgia Straight and West Coast Music Awards (as both musician and producer) and contributions to the soundtracks of various Canadian film projects, including CBC’s The Touch. His first full-length recording, Thin Man, was released to a sold-out house and critical acclaim. He has also completed successful European and West Coast tours. Now in the studio courtesy of a FACTOR Professional Demo Grant*, the talent supporting Robert Wilson is of the calibre you’d expect for this gifted 29-year old. Producer Chin Injeti (Bass is Base) is helping him gear up for his second CD, due out next fall In the meantime, Wilson’s savvy and intimate performances can been seen in venues up and down the west coast of America. A master storyteller with engaging yarns to spin, energetic melodies, and a voice that’s cozy as Linus’s blanket.

Group Members Robert Wilson

Instruments the Mind , the Heart , the Voice

Location Vancouver, BC - Canada

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