Robyn Harris

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Robyn Harris

Robyn Harris has a unique way of captivating and engaging her audience that involves comedic story telling and audience participation. She is known for arming her listeners with pots and pans to create an impromptu rhythm section or outfitting them with cowboy hats for her performance of her catchy sing -a-long “Cowboy Hat.”

In the fall of 2003, Robyn played her first solo show in a small coffee house in Philadelphia. Just two short years later, she had released her debut album, ‘ Pocket My Pride,’ and began touring. Less than a year after that, she released her sophomore album, ‘ I Never…’ By 2006, Robyn had played over 250 shows in both the United States and abroad.

By 2007, Robyn had decided to take a hiatus from the road and move back to the Bay Area where she grew up. She pursued a different career while still performing in San Francisco and surrounding areas. Harris also got involved in ‘Bread & Roses’ playing at Bay Area institutions. Now that Robyn is happily settled, she looks to 2009 to bring her passion for music and performing to local audiences.

TIDBITS

Performed over 250 shows nationally and internationally throughout 2004- 2006 to support the release of her first two albums,‘Pocket My Pride’ and‘I Never...’

Shared the stage with: Amos Lee, Glen Phillips (Toad the Wet Sprocket), John Cale (Velvet Under- ground), Chris Trapper (Pushstars), Tim Easton, Garrison Starr, Ryan Montbleau

Released EP, Two Red Doors (9/2004), Debut album, ‘Pocket My Pride’ (8/2005), and ’I Never...’ (8/2006)

NOTABLE QUOTES

I am always struck by how poised Robyn Harris is for such a young performer. She has the ability to capture a crowd’s imagination, and to transform even the most jaded audience into a smiling, singing bundle of pleasantly surprised paying customers.”

~Chris Trapper of The Push Stars – Boston, MA "Robyn Harris' music is packed with sweet melodies, with warm and engaging vocals. Her lyrics are both introspectively and outwardly expressive." ~ Julie Nakahara – TAXI A&R – Los Angeles, CA.

“When Robyn is on stage she has an impressive appearance and self- confidence which draws the audience in. Her quirkiness and ability to make the audience laugh makes her live show engaging, entertaining and fun.” ~ Kol Ha'Ir (Israeli Hebrew newspaper)

"Robyn Harris is one of the Philly acts that is working for her career. With an outgoing stage presence and a top- notch work ethic, she has positioned herself for success." ~ Jesse Lundy Talent Buyer – The Point – Bryn Mawr, PA

"If you haven't yet heard Ms. Harris… you owe it to yourself to get to one of her shows or buy her album. Very smart lyrics and sweet, meditative guitar parts provide a cohesive and slightly addictive background to the star of Pocket My Pride, Robyn's pretty, strong, this-is-what-I've-got-you- can-take-it-or- leave-it voice." ~ Anthony Caroto - Origivation – Philaphelphia, PA

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Member Since:

January 27, 2005

Members:

.. Robyn Harris (guitar & vocals)

Influences:

Aimee Mann, Ani Difranco, Jonatha Brooke, Joni Mitchell, Patty Griffin, Sarah Harmer, Erin McKeown, Feist, The Beatles, Jack Johnson, Jason Mraz

Sounds Like:

Norah Jones hangs out with Feist and meets Sheryl Crow. Lucinda Williams might show up. Aimee Mann or Chrissy Hynde (Pretenders) steals the mic.





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