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Tamara V: The Past
SUMMERFEST 2006
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Timeline: The Musical Evolution of Tamara V
"There is no doubt that Pierce is one of Kenosha's finest talents."
~Jeff Stevens, Kenosha News
"Tamara Pierce knows how to rock."
~ Paddy Fineran, Kenosha News
"Pierce has a voice that will bring the house down. Her earthy and grounded acoustic songs played live have gravitational pull." ~ OnMilwaukee.com
"Tamara Pierce knows how to rock."
~ Paddy Fineran, Kenosha News
"Pierce has a voice that will bring the house down. Her earthy and grounded acoustic songs played live have gravitational pull." ~ OnMilwaukee.com
College Daze
I started playing the guitar and singing on campus and at bars.
I started playing the guitar and singing on campus and at bars.
The Shades
This was my 80's band before 80's became retro hip.
Best Gig Ever
Singing to my son, Brennan was the best musical sabbatical I could have taken.
Singing to my son, Brennan was the best musical sabbatical I could have taken.
Solo Act
My local tour started with coffeeshops and bookstores.
"Tamara is country/blues meets Lisa Loeb. She creates a friendly intimate atmosphere."
~ The Daily Herald, Liberyville, Il
Venue Highlights
The Boathouse, Brewmasters, Kenosha, WI
Chocolatefest, Burlington, WI
The Fat Bean, Naperville, Il
Jitterz, Wauwatosa, WI
Barnes & Noble, Milwaukee, WI
Borders Bookstore, Arlington Heights, Il
The Boathouse, Brewmasters, Kenosha, WI
Chocolatefest, Burlington, WI
The Fat Bean, Naperville, Il
Jitterz, Wauwatosa, WI
Barnes & Noble, Milwaukee, WI
Borders Bookstore, Arlington Heights, Il
Collaboration
Joined by Jimi Sellars and James Kamanski, I began playing my original songs at venues that included Uncommon Ground, The Heartland Cafe and The Abbey Pub in Chicago and Strawberryfest, Cedarburg, WI.
Joined by Jimi Sellars and James Kamanski, I began playing my original songs at venues that included Uncommon Ground, The Heartland Cafe and The Abbey Pub in Chicago and Strawberryfest, Cedarburg, WI.
Family Affair
My musical experiences expanded by playing several Chicago venues including Around the Coyote, Uncommon Ground, The Heartland Cafe, The Beat Kitchen, and The Elbo Room with "The Radio Hour" fronted by my brother, Tim Hort.
My musical experiences expanded by playing several Chicago venues including Around the Coyote, Uncommon Ground, The Heartland Cafe, The Beat Kitchen, and The Elbo Room with "The Radio Hour" fronted by my brother, Tim Hort.
Acoustic Duet with Mick Ramsdell
We sang acoustic versions of popular songs with originals slipped "in between the covers."
We sang acoustic versions of popular songs with originals slipped "in between the covers."
Highlighted Venues
The Alumini Club, The Snuggery, The Metro Deli, Chicago
Stone Creek Grill, Winthrop Harbor, Il
Shillings, McAuillifes,The Yardarm, Racine, WI The Boathouse, Brewmasters Pub, Kenosha, WI
The Alumini Club, The Snuggery, The Metro Deli, Chicago
Stone Creek Grill, Winthrop Harbor, Il
Shillings, McAuillifes,The Yardarm, Racine, WI The Boathouse, Brewmasters Pub, Kenosha, WI
The Tamara Pierce Band
Aaron Rimkus and my son, Brennan Pierce joined Mick and me. We played several outstanding shows from Milwaukee to Chicago.
"There was a strong response to their orginal music. When they finished 'Hey, Bobby!' the crowd cheered." ~Kenosha News
Aaron Rimkus and my son, Brennan Pierce joined Mick and me. We played several outstanding shows from Milwaukee to Chicago.
"There was a strong response to their orginal music. When they finished 'Hey, Bobby!' the crowd cheered." ~Kenosha News
The Tamara Pierce Band
Venues
Please check out the Summerfest Gallery from our two hour showcase in 2006.
Please check out the Summerfest Gallery from our two hour showcase in 2006.
CD Release
Co-produced with Jacob Robinson
"The disc is a solid effort, with strong instrumentals and beats that grab."
~ OnMilwaukee.com
"...balances softer introspective ballads with numbers that keep a nice driving groove."
~ Kenosha News
Co-produced with Jacob Robinson
"The disc is a solid effort, with strong instrumentals and beats that grab."
~ OnMilwaukee.com
"...balances softer introspective ballads with numbers that keep a nice driving groove."
~ Kenosha News
Songwriting Contest
I won prizes, cash, and a great big trophy.
"The song is well-synchronized, with multiple layers of instrumentation and a very strong vocal harmony and melody."~Kenosha News
I won prizes, cash, and a great big trophy.
"The song is well-synchronized, with multiple layers of instrumentation and a very strong vocal harmony and melody."~Kenosha News
Airplay and Radio Appearances:
WMSE, Milwaukee,
WILL and WLIP, Kenosha, WI
WMSE, Milwaukee,
WILL and WLIP, Kenosha, WI
Special Event Appearances:
Mobfest, Chicago
Wisconsin Area Music Industry (WAMI) Showcase
Chick Singer Night
Numerous Benefits and Fundraisers
Summerfest World Music Festival
Bayview Bash, Milwaukee, WI
Mobfest, Chicago
Wisconsin Area Music Industry (WAMI) Showcase
Chick Singer Night
Numerous Benefits and Fundraisers
Summerfest World Music Festival
Bayview Bash, Milwaukee, WI
Pikes Creek Summer Concert Series
with Jordan Macarus
"Tamara, keep sharing your music; it's really good. You had us jumping to our feet!"
~ Peggy Brunet-LeMay, audience member