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Singer-Songwriter Christine Havrilla’s East Coast TourBy centralvoiceby Debra Miller
This summer, she has been balancing her solo appearances with her work on Gypsy Fuzz–the self-described "power trio" of Havrilla, Mike Kurman on bass, and Rob Schnell on drums, whose debut album will be out in September. With a focus on electric rather than acoustic, and the addition of background singers and musicians on organ, guitars, and horns, Gypsy Fuzz promises to be a dark and ethereal blend, whose layers of sound Havrilla compares to a painter applying layers on a canvas. To fund her new project, she is offering fans the opportunity to be directly involved in its development, by making a donation, pre-ordering copies of the Gypsy Fuzz CD, or at a higher level of support, by booking a 90-minute "house concert" for an up-close and personal experience. Upcoming private events are scheduled at homes in New Hope on July 17, and Brooklyn on July 31. This month Havrilla will also perform at a series of public venues, including the Nighcat in Easton, Maryland; the Seafood Shack in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware; Twilight Concerts at the Gazebo in Bryn Mawr; and John & Peter's in New Hope, where she'll appear with Gypsy Fuzz. Her passion for the new sound is evident: “I want people to pump a fist and not just tap a toe to some of the new Gypsy Fuzz songs!” Along with her other local dates, Havrilla will play a charity event for New Jersey Ride Against AIDS on Friday, July 29, beginning at 9 pm. Originally scheduled as a house concert through a friend who cycles with her Dad, the benefit has been moved to Triumph Brewing Company, 400 Bridge Street, New Hope. The goal is not only to raise money, but to generate awareness and support for the 3-day, 250-mile bike ride from High Point State Park to Cape May, scheduled for September 23-25, with 100% of the dollars pledged going to charity. For more information, a detailed list of concert dates, and "all things Christine," visit her website at www.christinehavrilla.com. Look for my full-length feature interview with Havrilla in the September-October issue of Central Voice. Havrilla has previously performed at The Wire and Whitaker Center. |
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Curve Magazine, October 2010"Christine was listed in Curve's 20th Anniversary Issue!"(Curve Magazine, October 2010) |
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2010 Garden State Film Festival Winner!"Blinders" was awarded the The 8th Annual Garden State Film Festival's "Best Country Contemporary Song" for the independent film Embraceable You. (Asbury Park, NJ March 2010) -read more |
| "This Philly singer's new album (is) raw and simple and wonderful and one of our team's new loves." (Curve Magazine, July/August 2008) |
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"(Velocity) tracks like "Blinders" and "Ride" showcase Havrilla's depth and craftsmanship; they're well-built, catchy, smart tunes. At the end of the day, Havrilla's a talented veteran songwriter, one who's worth joining for the ride." " - Andrew Peterson, Upstage Magazine |
| "... based on the buzz in the Philadelphia music scene about her shows, I know exactly what I hope to see when I catch Christine Havrilla live - an exceptionally dynamic performance given by an exceptionally dynamic performer. " - Philadelphia Indie Music Examiner, May 2009 |
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"Christine Havrilla is one of the pre-eminent practitioners of enigmatic folk-rock music. Havrilla isn't bound by the usual conventions. This freedom results in a musical will to power that runs all through the seams of Havrilla's latest album, In My Chair." (read more...) |
I am absolutely enthralled with (Havrilla's) latest, Velocity. From the start of the first song, "Hole in the Ground", I'm completely blown away and hooked. Havrilla's talent is not only music but to take you away from the hum drum of life and go on a journey where she is the driver and we are her passengers.
-Madalyn Sklar
(Founder/Publisher, GoGirlsMusic.com - Houston, TX)
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Christine was chosen for GO Magazine's "Artists We Love" August 2007 & 2008 issue. |
Hole in the Ground hits #1! Velocity's "Hole in the Ground" tops the Sirius Satellite Charts January 13, 2007. |
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"(Velocity) sounds awesome...it's a terrific, big sound." |
"Christine Havrilla is one of the pre-eminent practitioners of enigmatic folk-rock music. Self-taught as a guitar player, Havrilla isn't bound by the usual conventions. This freedom results in a musical will to power that runs all through the seams of Havrilla's latest album... more
- Olalla House Concerts
"Christine breaks out the gasoline and sets fire to the typical Roots/Folk genre, with blazing acoustic guitars, blatantly honest lyrics...her lead vocals have a taste of innocence that offsets the weight of her words... The whole package is intense and satisfying!"
- (Concert review 9/2008 by Rik Ferrell - What's Up Magazine, MD)
"Playing with Fire Podcast"
in 2007 and 2008.
Upon reviewing "Velocity," Chris March of the Phoenixville Mercury writes:
"(Havrilla's) tunes offer some of the most focused and empowered songwriting from any artist to stem from the local area yet and results in an eclectic set that can range from adrenalized to emotionally stirring."
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Top 10 indie of 2005 Ruby Red Christine Havrilla "Armed with a deep back catalog of great songs, she's an artist primed and ready for plenty of reissues." |
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"Christine Havrilla offers the kind of pop guitar writing that definitely should not be overlooked. With her recently released CD, Ruby Red, Havrilla has shifted from the typical Lilith Fair pigeonhole into her own enjoyable sound."
Blue Weekly- Center Daily Times, State College, PA
Nate Bauer's Consume This
"Christine Havrilla is the quintessential pop-rock Goddess. She writes well
crafted, easily accessible, hooky songs, and plays a very respectable lead
guitar. Her stage presence is high energy, and infectious. Buy her CD, see
her Live you will not be disappointed."
Dena Marchiony, Co-Founder/ Executive Director, Philadelphia Songwriters Project
From accross the pond, here's a review from the online music site "Americana-UK"
DeSoto Rust's "For What It's Worth", with female harmonies by Christine Havrilla, is a jaunty lament by two exlovers looking back on a relationship with excellent country fiddle playing as the pair duet like some rhinestone sparkled couple.
(Independent 2004) Review by Paul Kerr
www.americana-uk.com
"We only host a few houst concerts every year. We never book anybody we don't
believe in 100% - anything else would be unfair to the family and friends we
invite - and we wouldn't hesitate to have Christine back again.Christine writes some great, great songs - her CDs are never far from our
player (and that's saying something!). She's a fabuLous singer, an excellent guitarist, and a pleasure to work with in every way. If we could we'd
have her play every week, we would."
CONCERTS ON SIXTH ST.
"Christine Havrilla delivers stories in her songs. Stories we not only relate to but clearly visualize as we listen...if she didn't possess that rare ability to make her songs so easily accessible, memorable and heartfelt, then you wouldn't come back for more. And you will come back for more."
Dean Sciarra - ItsAboutMusic.com
"Christine has a great knack for infectious melodies with really fun hooks. Compounded with an incredible live performance, you CAN NOT go wrong! Pop this one in the cd player and you'll find you can't take it out."
Helen Leicht, music director of Philadelphia's WXPN
March 2004, "More Than the Road" earns Christine "Best Female Vocals" at Garageband.com
 Feb 24st 2004, "Every Now And Then" TRACK OF THE DAY! |
JAN 1st 2004, "Here I Am" TRACK OF THE DAY! |
April 2nd 2004, "Rest Of Your Life" TRACK OF THE DAY! |
Best Folk Performer/Group Nominee
With her band and electrified, this tight trio brings her songs to life. In the intimate setting of the famous Gallery in the East Village, Christine sits on the brink of breaking out. All she needs is to be heard and you will fall in love
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Creative Loafing , Altlata GA.
CHRISTINE HAVRILLA - Making her Atlanta debut, Pennsylvania-based Havrilla cuts through the murky singer-songwriter waters with a more sophisticated compositional vision, far removed from the disappointing good-voice-simplistic-strum-along formula. The alternate-tuning arrangements and full-band sensibilities of her sophomore release Some Other Thing give the feeling that she's from the rare but appreciated 'player first, folk singer second' school of folk rock. Eddie's Attic. (Matthew Hutchinson)
CHRISTINE HAVRILLA/ Some Other Thing
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CHRISTINE HAVRILLA
"Some Other Thing"
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By Mike Joyce
Friday, May 14, 1999; Page N16
Singer-songwriter Christine Havrilla's "Some Other Thing" is one of those rare self-financed CDs that sounds fully realized. The songs are intelligent and moving, the arrangements are incisive and colorful, and, best of all, Havrilla consistently comes across as a confident and seasoned performer.
Like a lot of young tunesmiths, Havrilla is drawn to songs about relationships, but she's far more adept than most when it comes to exploring emotional complexities without sounding self-absorbed. "Price of Love," "Set Me Free," "Letter" and other meditations on romance derive much of their appeal from the way Havrilla poses fundamental questions in tuneful and telling ways. Her voice, which occasionally suggests the influence of Bonnie Raitt, is strong and soulful, but more than anything else it's the impressive level of songwriting that ultimately turns "Some Other Thing" into something special.
Appearing Saturday at the Metro Cafe with Sam Spencer
Philadelphia Magazine
