To look at her, you wouldnt think this singer/songwriter was much of a vocal powerhouse. Small, redhead, freckles and an infectious smile, Holly doesnt look like the person that holds that voice. In fact, if you close your eyes and listen, the picture in your head would most definitely not be this little white girl from Oregon. Her soulful sound is a surprise that leaves you breathless and wanting more.
Born and raised in the Portland (OR) area, Holly grew up a "red-headed step child". Music was her refuge. Whenever times were bad, sad or confusing, she could always find sanctuary in a song. Her mother remembers watching her toddler dance around in a white underslip, singing her heart out into a microphone made up of a straw with a ball of tinfoil on the end. From time to time she would over hear Holly practicing her Grammy acceptance speech and thanking all those who had believed in her. At the very least, even then, this girl believed in herself.
In April of 2003, Holly and her band released her first CD entitled, Throw Out The Net. This album is an honest, raw snapshot into Hollys heart. It describes her journey to find peace in a world where little can be found. The album is fueled by Hollys passion to help others find that peace for themselves.
Currently, Holly plays around Portland at different venues and events, offering her voice to many worthwhile projects. She is also an active worship leader in the music ministry at Sunset Presbyterian Church. Her passion and energy this year is going into the writing and recording of her new album Holly hopes to release sometime in 2005.
Whether youre a fan of Gospel, Folk, Rock, Soul, Pop or R&B, there's something about Holly that affects everyone. With a voice that cuts through the darkness and finds it's way into your heart, this singer will make you believe.
I've been blessed to work with so many talented people over the years. The fellas on the album, live players, etc. They've all been great! Just gonna give a shout out to some of them to show how much I love and appreciate all the talent and creativity they gave to each project. Here's to you all: Rhett Lee, Nicholas Lenzi, Jonathan Varnell, Jonathan Swanson, Rose Robbins, Aaron Soule, Mike Bunch, PJ Harvey, Toby Johnson, David Klinkenberg, Chuck Timpey, Claire Widmark, Erin Barch, Randy Johnson, Dan Rice, Greg Paul, John Dwyer, Doug Reeder,Victor Johnson, and Brian Mather. You all ROCK! Mean it!
Yes. All around Portland and parts of Washington. Love to perform live...and hate it. It's frightening and thrilling all at the same time. But that's life, too, right?
Sheryl Crow, Sarah McLachlan, Aretha Franklin, Ella Fitzgerald, Shawn Colvin, Patty Griffin, Jonatha Brooke, Maroon 5 is awesome! I love funky rock.. pushing for more of that on the next disc.
microphone.... duh.
Drop by my site: www.hollyresnick.com. Love to hear from you. Peace!
