Artist description Penny Framstad is an artist of rare depth and sensitivity. She fronts a dynamic five piece band and captivates her audiences with her ease and charm on stage.

Music Style Acoustic/Electric Alterna-Pop

Musical Influences The Beatles, Carole King, Joni Mitchell, Aimee Mann, Todd Rundgren

Similar Artists Sarah McLachlan, Paula Cole, Jewel, Lisa Loeb

Artist History Penny has been performing on the San Francisco and Los Angeles club circuit for several years. Born and raised in Santa Cruz, CA, Penny has been writing and performing music since the age of 10. Penny's songs and music have been aired on NBC's "Providence," CBS's "Jag," ABC's "Once and Again," WB's "Popular," and "Grosse Point." Penny's co-write, "Even Angels Fall" recorded by Jessica Riddle on Hollywood Records appears in the film "10 Things I Hate About You" as well as on the Soundtrack. Sales have now exceeded 500,000! "Even Angels Fall" was also released as Jessica's first single on her Hollywood Records Debut Album and was aired on commercial radio stations around the world, charting at #14 on the Gavin Report and #29 on R&R. Penny has co-written songs with Academy Award winning songwriter Tom Whitlock and Grammy Award winning songwriters, Jonathan Cain, Jeffrey Cohen, Dennis Matkosky, and John Capek. She has also written songs with Bonnie Hayes and Steve Seskin.

Group Members Penny Framstad -- vocals, guitar, piano; Scott Foster-- lead guitar, Craig Owens -- bass; Dan Foltz -- drums; Roz Foster -- keyboards and vocals.

Instruments Piano, Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar

Albums Penny Framstad

Press Reviews CMJ "A&R Pick of the Week"; Hits Magazine "Buzz Gigs", "Women of Mp3", Demo Diaries; San Francisco Chronicle (Datebook) Feature Article; Music Connection Magazine "Top 20 Reviews of 1999", San Francisco's Bay Guardian, "Demo of the Week" *** Numerous Others -- search the web ***

Location Los Angeles, CA - USA

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