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Richard Craine

Richard Craine - Singer/Songwriter/Entertainer

About Me

Now resident in Bristol Richard was originally from Southampton where he 'cut his teeth ', on the folk scene from around the age of 16. At Swansea University he developed his energetic style and edgy lyrics through regular appearances at The Halfpenny folk-club (a haunt of John Kirkpatrick) and the city's acoustic venues such as the uplands tavern and the chattery coffee house! He has been associated with several agents who recognise his music's ability to stretch accross the generations and with these connections he has played several dates in the Manchester and Leicester (The Attic) (The Shed) areas , often with BBC radio interviews and live studio performances to compliment them. Currently he has branched out of purely one man shows , broadening his horizon's with a selection of fine musicians from the Bristol area : Jeff Hutchens -Bass.John Gwilliam-Vocals / guitar and Jon Groves - drums. Sometimes he is complimented by the talented singer/songwriter Mireille Mathlener in selected shows. (Check out Mireillemathlener.com-for details).In the near future he is promoting his latest recording:'Mistrust,Mistreatment & Misunderstanding' & continuing to play on a national basis! Check out : Richardcraine.com For details! Cheers.

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 10/18/2006
Band Website: richardcraine.com
Band Members: As well as solo performances Richard often collaborates with some of Bristol's finest musicians ,such as Bass player Jeff Hutchens who is branching out from his mis-spent youth in Nine Inch Nails type industrial and dance outfits bringing a fresh edge to the acoustic sound. On vocals and guitar Jon Gwilliam hails from a U2 and REM influenced background and covers these artists superbly when not accompanying Rich's originals. 70's rocker drummer Jon groves completes the combo that is the Richard craine band adding multi-faceted experience covering a plethora of musical styles. Richard is also often complimented by the talented Dutch singer/songwriter Mireille Mathlener whose versatility encompasses a range of influences from Aimee Mann to the Pretenders! (Check out Mireillemathlener.com) For details.
Record Label: R. Craine Music
Type of Label: None

My Blog

Farewell to a great supporter of local music & top bloke!

Hi there friends ,I hope all is going well for you and your endeavours! I am very sad to have to pass on the news of the death of Barry Thomas landlord of the Robin Hood and Farmhouse pubs. He was ta...
Posted by Richard Craine on Sun, 24 Feb 2008 09:12:00 PST

Life

Scary sometimes, life isn't it, but then you have to just bite the bullet and travel 'the path ahead. Friends will be there anyhow and that's great, that's what makes it all worthwhile. Dreams aspira...
Posted by Richard Craine on Sun, 10 Jun 2007 03:05:00 PST