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- chrissteeleband.com
I try to craft songs that are sharp, heartfelt, and laced with wit. Blending folk, rock, and indie influences, I work to channel the storytelling tradition of great songwriters while packing the punch of power pop and alternative rock. Whether it’s the wry humor of "Dossier," the raw urgency of "I Am Not Well," or the soaring melodies of "Clouds," my songs seem to resonate with audiences through their honesty and energy.
A veteran of the road (because of the other things I do in life), I have played stages across North America, from intimate folk clubs to festival crowds, and I always find a way to find something that the crowd wants (needs?)
Currently writing, recording, and performing new material, I'm using FAWM this year to push my music forward. Whether you’re discovering me for the first time or have been following my music for a while, I hope these songs stay with you long after the last note fades.
he/him #singersongwriter #indie_rock #rock #90s
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Excellent! Just dropped you an email. Thank you!
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I added some chords. I have some melody in mind (kinda pop punk) but feel free to try your version if you feel like it - then we can probably "unite" both or have two versions - feel free to change anything as well
Don’t Take it Personally E B A You asked me what I thought (No thoughts) E B C I’m not going to lie (No lies) A A/G# A/F# Don’t want to hide the truth from you, A/F E even if it means goodbye
You seem a little tired, (So tired) stressed out by the times (No time) Trying to find the meaning, hiding in the lines
You’re drowning in the news (No news) while times are getting tough (So tough) I think you’ve missed the point, not dug deep enough
C A Don’t take it personally E G It’s just the things I see F# Just my perspective F E Just between you and me
(chords are simplified - i let the 1st & 2nd strings (B and E) open ring throughout)
Oooo - Just tried playing this through. Let me play with this for a bit. Thank you!
OK @lowhum I took a first pass. Maybe a little more (acoustic) punk, but I think it kinda works? Let me know what you think?
I guess whoever comes up with something and we can take it from there
Cool - let me play around a little this afternoon and I'll send your way
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I see your comment about my Dr. Keaton storytelling, but wow, your storytelling is pretty next level. Loving taking the time to listen to you songs!
Thank you so, so much! @beacon was suggesting I reach out to you about a collab if you're up for it?
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Good to be here with you Brother!
And likewise my dear friend!
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