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chrispollard
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Chris Pollard
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Chris Pollard
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Chris Pollard, Independent Singer/Songwriter
OUT OF THE WOOD: Chris Pollard: Vocals, Mountain Dulcimer, Resonator Guitar,12 String Acoustic Guitar, Nylon Guitar, Slide Guitar, Harmonica, Tamborine. Production
Keith Pollard: Electric Guitar
Andrew Hewings ( Anj ): Djembe, Darbuka, Rain Stick, Tamborine, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Bass, Nylon Guitar, Bongo Drums, Various Shakers, Backing Vocals, Sound Effects. Mixing & Production
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Anj is a multi talented musician and who also plays on Chris's CD's. Anj is responsible for the mixing and producing of our CD's ... ! Thank You Anj -:) We most certainly could not do without You ! )
OUT OF THE WOOD: Chris Pollard: Vocals, Mountain Dulcimer, Resonator Guitar,12 String Acoustic Guitar, Nylon Guitar, Slide Guitar, Harmonica, Tamborine. Production
Keith Pollard: Electric Guitar
Andrew Hewings ( Anj ): Djembe, Darbuka, Rain Stick, Tamborine, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Bass, Nylon Guitar, Bongo Drums, Various Shakers, Backing Vocals, Sound Effects. Mixing & Production
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Anj is a multi talented musician and who also plays on Chris's CD's. Anj is responsible for the mixing and producing of our CD's ... ! Thank You Anj -:) We most certainly could not do without You ! )
Do you play live?
I occasionally play live and partake in jam sessions in the local pub. I also gig with THE GERRANS ALL STARS http://entertainment.webshots.com/album/560092246kXujSx?vhost=entertainment, a great band made up of guys from other bands in the area.
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
I think that the internet est. has changed the music world for ever. Now so many other talented people can get their songs heard and it is incredible how many wonderful singers and songwriters I have met because of sites like this on the web.
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
I think that in the light of the way the music industry is changing, if offered, I would still not sign to a major label. I like my independence and musical freedom.
Band History:
I have been playing in bands since 1965. In the 70s I fronted STICKY FINGERS and then went on to play in folk bands throughout the 80s and 90s. I finally went solo in 2004 apart from occasionally playing with GERRANS ALL STARS.
Your influences?
My musical influences are quite wide. I have been a great fan of the ROLLING STONES since the first time I saw them and Keith Richard and Ronnie Wood do influence the way I play. I had the pleasure of meeting Ronnie a few times in the 60s and he did show me a few guitar licks. It's funny but I think that you can be influenced by another player without actually sounding like them. I love all the old blues guys like Muddy Waters, Howling Wolf ect.. Richard Thompson is also someone that I look to for inspiration.
Favorite spot?
Living in Cornwall is a place of great inspiration and I also like to visit Southern Germany as often as possible
Equipment used:
I have a few guitars and mountain dulcimer and a mandolin which I am still struggling with. The dulcimer which was made for me and is a beautiful instrument. I used it for my song OUT OF THE WOOD, which my CD has been titled. My favourite guitar in is my Blue Ridge Resonator.
Anything else...?
Shambo 'For Mary Alice'
When you are helpless I will be able
When your head is bowed I am your cradle
Though they take your body, I embrace your soul
By candle light your spirit, whole
Your burden, my strength
My tears, your release
Ascend to heaven, proud beloved beast
Always know that I stood brave and true
For those that live on, I will fight for you
And in your name let each be spoken
N'er this peace, this love be broken.
Maria Daines
2007