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Lindsay Tomasic

About Me

Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter/composer Lindsay Tomasic creates acoustic music that makes you laugh and makes you think. A pair of solo albums, Well Kept Secret and Paradise Road, first introduced her as a recording artist, and she has headlined such Southern California landmarks as The Troubadour, Genghis Cohen, Kulaks Woodshed, Coffee Gallery Backstage, The Coach House and ASCAP's notable showcase, "Quiet On The Set.” Her songs and themes have been featured across a variety of media. She penned the theme song to King World's Roseanne talk show, NBC's Mysterious Ways and a diverse range of films, dramas, comedies and reality shows including the recent hit film, Wild Hogs, The L Word, Queer Eye For The Straight Guy, Malcolm In The Middle and Desperate Housewives, have used her music to dramatic effect.As a lyricist, Lindsay’s songs cover a wide range of topics, from relationships and family, to animals, global warming and politics. Her soothing and earthy voice is reminiscent of Norah Jones and Bonnie Raitt. Lindsay is also an accomplished acoustic guitarist and is known for her unmistakably clean finger-style playing Her albums ,"What In The World" (2007) and “A Slice Of Life” (2008) are receiving world wide attention. Her new album, "The Most Amazing Dream" is now available! Lindsay is out performing this year throughout California and Washington State, and will also be making special appearances in the midwest.Lindsay has opened for artists such as Janis Ian, Jesse Collin Young, Kenny Rankin and more. She sang background vocals for Liz Phair on the Tonight Show and toured with singer/songwriter Lauren Wood.A vintage and handmade guitar collector, a world traveler, a recording studio owner, and a champion of rescue dogs: Lindsay Tomasic’s life, mirroring her music, is rich with textures and vibrant with possibilities. You should create your own MySpace Layouts like me by using nUCLEArcENTURy .COM's MySpace Profile Editor !

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 9/25/2006
Band Website: http://web.mac.com/datolitemusic/
Band Members: Lindsay Tomasic - Vocals and multiple choice guitars
Influences: About my influeneces, well here are some of them! I have also added to this list, some inspirational people who are not musicians:) The Beatles, Joni Mitchell, Barack Obama,John Sebastion, Johnny, Cash, Peter Gabriel. James Taylor, CSNY, Carole King, Ghandi, Helen Tomasic, Bobby Kennedy,Jill Knight, Martin Luther King Jr., John Lennon, Lane Jensen, Kenny Rankin, Paul Simon, KD Lang, Elton John, Bill Payne, Toni LeGras, Glen Campbell, David Wilcox, Lisa Rapport, George Martin, Ron Sexsmith, Kari Tervo, Geoff Michael, John Tomasic, Ry Cooder,Rena Jones,Aaron Radzwillowcz, Brian Eno, Daniel Lanois, Jennifer Robin, Emmy Lou Harris, My Pets - Django and Miles, My cat, Carmie, who is now in another part of the universe, My travel experiences, especially Giverny in France, Tuscany and New Zealand. Great poets, Endless Landscaoes, Rain, Snow, Train Rides, Fine Wine, Fine Artists, Fine Art Photographers, Documentary Makers, PBS, NPR, Brainiacs, Buddhas, The SGI, Risk Takers. Survivors Of Illness Or Abuse, Peace-lovers and Peace-makers.
Sounds Like: ROOTS ACOUSTIC MUSIC"In my book, Lindsay Tomasic is among the best singer/songwriters in the world. Her songs are sweet and poignant, her voice is mesmerizing and her acoustic guitar style is expressive and beautiful. I have recorded some of the best in the business and Lindsay is their equal." Harry Maslin - (producer & engineer for Bonnie Raitt, James Taylor, Carly Simon, David Bowie and more) “The thing I have always recognized in Lindsay’s work is her unmistakable love of music – all kinds of music. It’s the golden thread running throughout everything she touches as a songwriter, performer and producer. Her work is always musical, full of heart and soul - spiritual, thoughtful, and consistent. She’s uber-talented, the ultimate professional, always true to her craft.” Brendan O’Krent – ASCAP Los Angeles Office

Record Label: Datolite Records
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

swimming with fish

It's about time that me, a pisces, got it together to go swimming with fish!! I spent this morning snorkeling in Kona  at the local beach just down the street from where we are staying, and I must say...
Posted by on Wed, 18 Mar 2009 20:41:00 GMT

VIDEO AND PHOTOGRAPHY STILLS NEEDED FOR NON-PROFIT NO ON 8 VIDEO

Lindsay Tomasic and Lane Jensen are producing a video for the NO ON PROP 8 cause.We are looking for any video footage you may have of protests pre and post election, as well as photo stills of same se...
Posted by on Sat, 07 Mar 2009 12:26:00 GMT

Check out this event: Lindsay Tomasic live with all new music

Hosted By:Datolite RecordsWhen:Saturday, January 24, 2009Where:Genghis Cohen740 N. FairfaxLos AngelesDescription:Lindsay Tomasic performs with Quinn. Saturday, January 24th. One night only. Come an...
Posted by on Tue, 13 Jan 2009 06:47:00 GMT

The Life And Times Of Jim Byron

On December 22nd, at 3 AM my old friend, James Byron passed away in the hospital at the age of 84.He was one hell of a guy. Kind of a tough guy on the surface, who, most people didn't want a whole lo...
Posted by on Sat, 27 Dec 2008 13:34:00 GMT

An episode out of the Twilight Zone

Yesterday, Novi and Larry and I had a gig in Tehachapie. We all decided to carpool and drive up in Larry's van. It was a cold and blustery day as became even more so as we drove on the 14N to the 58...
Posted by on Mon, 10 Nov 2008 20:19:00 GMT

Seasons

I miss the seasons. After nearly 22 years of LA life, I miss the autumn leaves, the morning frost with glistening trees and the first snow. It gets cold here, but it seems fake to me. I am going to...
Posted by on Thu, 06 Nov 2008 19:57:00 GMT

More LA Woes

Well, after my rant about Trader Joes, today I am ranting more. Someone had the nerve to pull my No. On Proposition 8 Bumper Sticker right off of my bumper. This is war..... Not happy with LA today....
Posted by on Fri, 17 Oct 2008 14:24:00 GMT

Im Really Over Trader Joes!

Why is it that the crunchy, politically correct, and environmentally aware shoppers at Trader Joes are some of the most rude people I have ever met in my life? What's the deal? I simply tried to pa...
Posted by on Thu, 16 Oct 2008 13:56:00 GMT

Gay Marriage

I haven't quite known exactly how to express my frustration with the religious fanatics who are trying their best to ban gay marriage, but today, my niece had something to say that was so eloquently s...
Posted by on Sat, 21 Jun 2008 16:47:00 GMT

The Email Platform - Courteous or Cowardess?

A friend of mine in Northern California called me recently and asked this question : "Since when do friends and family use email as a platform for confrontation" ? I related strongly to her questio...
Posted by on Wed, 11 Jun 2008 15:36:00 GMT