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"Defines
the term folk-pop precisely."
Paste Magazine
"...a folk-rock
goddess."
The New Yorker
"One of the melodic
delights of our age."
Boston Herald
The vivid songwriting
of Catie Curtis combines insightful lyrics with soulful strumming
and energy. Much of her music entails emotional narratives that
the audience can relate to. She has written about domestic violence,
corporate greed, religion, homelessness, peace, and gay issues.
Unlike artists whose careers are generated by one hit song, Curtis
has garnered a fan base through word of mouth, without music industry
hype. This unusual and flourishing indie career is being documented
this year in a film by Rob Millis. (A trailer can be seen at www.symphonyofchaos.com).
Answering five career major-label releases,
Catie Curtis delivers her sixth and most personal effort to date
with Long Night Moon (Aug-2006, Compass Records) an intricate
work of stripped down modern folk.
Catie's studio work, engaging live shows and impressive touring
career in the US and Europe earn rave reviews and wide recognition.
Her songs have been featured on Dawson's Creek, Felicty,
Alias, Chicago Hope, and Grey's Anatomy, as
well as in several independent films. She's toured with Dar Williams,
Mary Chapin Carpenter and as part of Lilith Fair. This commitment
to touring has resulted in a devoted, grassroots fan base. These
days, Curtis is on the road playing 100 shows a year, both solo
and with her band.
In March of 2006, Catie was named grand prize winner of the International
Songwriting Competition, for her song "People Look Around",
co-written with Mark Erelli. The judges, (including Tom Waits, Loretta
Lynn, Macy Gray, and Sonny Rollins) chose the winner from a field
of 15,000 entries from 82 countries.
Catie is currently putting the final shine on her upcoming release,
SWEET LIFE. Spirited and purposeful, the music on SWEET LIFE is
grounded by playful yet unshakeable band arrangements. Songs about
happiness, commitment and spiritual courage are delivered with confidence
and warmth. SWEET LIFE will be available for unwrapping September
9, 2008.
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