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Haven James

PHX Music Awards Two Time Nominee

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Haven James, with wide-open Janis Joplin-like vocals over an acoustic purity reminiscent of Jewel, has been winning over Phoenix audiences since 2006. Lead singer Jen Powelson’s expansive, textured voice seemingly sails in chords over delicate guitar solos and Haven James’ distinct 3/4 rhythm. Their songs are exceedingly intimate glimpses of love, vulnerability and what happens after happily ever after.
Early 2007 marked the release of Haven James’ most recent CD, Rusty’s Waltz – a collection of perennial fan favorites such as “Promise to Try” and “Six Conversations” complemented by newer recordings like “Turn the Light.” The album was produced by award-winning record producer Otto D’Agnolo whose work includes projects with artists ranging from Waylon Jennings to DMX. The album title itself is an informal homage to D’Agnolo whose college nickname was Rusty.
In 2007, Haven James was only 1 of 20 artists worldwide selected to play the exclusive Sedona Jam in Sedona , Arizona . Most recently, the band was the featured artist for the 2007 Phoenix Film Festival. Members of Haven James have opened for artists like REM, The Goo Goo Dolls, Third Eye Blind and Violent Femmes.
Already in 2008, they were nominated for a Phoenix Music Award (best female singer/ songwriter) and have added another female presence in Stephanie Bianchi, who graces the stage with melodic bass, and, combined with Bob and Jen, a beautiful three part harmony.
Haven James is:
Jen Powelson – vocals, rhythm guitar
Bob Hermes – lead acoustic guitar
Drew Tedford – percussion
Stephanie Bianchi - bass, vocals
For More Information Go To: www.havenjames.com
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Member Since: 5/9/2005
Band Website: havenjames.com
Band Members: Jen Powelson - lead vocals, rhythm guitar
Bob Hermes - acoustic lead guitar, backing vocals, clever wit
Drew Tedford - percussion and general debauchery
Stephanie "Lock It Up" Bianchi - bass, kick ass backing vocals
Influences: Patty Griffin, Jewel, Jonatha Brooke, Steve Poltz, Ani Difranco, Brandi Carlile, Jason Mraz, Janis Joplin, Fiona Apple, Mary J. Blige, Rachel Yamagata, Ray LaMontagne, Elliot Smith, Darcie Miner, Bea, Candice Aragon, Kelly Clarkson, Jack White, Joss Stone, Storm Large, Aimee Allen, Missy Higgins, Aretha Franklin, Anya Marina, Ben Harper, Beth Hart, Bic Runga, Black Rebel Motorcylce Club, Damien Rice, Buck Cherry, Bright Eyes, Jenny Lewis, Shawn Colvin, Joe Firstman, Kathleen Edwards, Lucinda Williams, Keb Mo', Susan Tedeschi, Lauryn Hill, Lucy Kaplansky, Maxwell, Melissa Ferrick, Poe, Prince, Sheryl Crow, Devon Sproule, Holly O'Reily
Sounds Like: Sheryl Crow, Jewel, Janis Joplin, and the rest of your basic chick singer ouvre.
Type of Label: None

My Blog

Remember You - a new song inspired by Buffy and Angel

Hey all, A lot of really cool stuff has been going on with us lately.  We were nominated for a Phoenix Music Award, have been writing and recording new music, and have recently added an amazingly...
Posted by Haven James on Wed, 06 Feb 2008 03:58:00 PST

Phoenix New Times

For those interested we are featured in the HomeGrown section of the Phoenix New Times this week with a little write-up on our disc, Rusty's Waltz.  There's also another Haven James mention about...
Posted by Haven James on Tue, 10 Jul 2007 11:29:00 PST

Sedona Jam!

We just found out that we were selected to participate in Sedona Jam, www.sedonajam.com Only 20 artists accepted from all over the world and they deemed us worthy!! So happy......
Posted by Haven James on Sat, 03 Feb 2007 01:28:00 PST

Updating and Such

Just wanted to let everyone know that I will be updating the songs on here to reflect my new acoustic attitudes.  Going into the studio next week to put an acoustic twist on some old Haven James ...
Posted by Haven James on Thu, 08 Jun 2006 10:54:00 PST