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About Me

Drew Harrison is a genuine troubadour.
Born in New York City, naturally drawn to music, Drew's childhood nursery rhyme was Dear Prudence; his adolescent superheroes: Stevie Wonder, Elton John and John Lennon.
His plans of becoming a brain surgeon were usurped by dreams of being a rock star and making a difference, in the footsteps of Lennon.
"Musically, I got turned on to the likes of the Cocteau Twins and Peter Murphy, and had access to all the greats like U2, Sting, The Police and Peter Gabriel. Later on, I got into Tom Waits, Martin Sexton, Sarah MacLachlan, and Ben Harper. It was a time of tremendous inspiration."
He currently performs solo in the Bay Area, and also with The Sun Kings, a Beatles musical tribute (and wouldn't you know it, singing Lennon) while finishing up a degree at UC Berkeley. His CD Go It Alone is a result of an intense period, filled with rawness and emotion. Its just his voice and acoustic guitar, baring his soul lyrically and vocally.
It has been said that when Drew is singing its as if he is singing for his life. This is obvious when he performs.
Drew Harrison has the ability to translate the comedies and tragedies of life into a warm amalgam of sounds. He sings with passion and a voice that touches deep inside, and plays as if a full band was his guitar. A seamless transition between rock, folk and blues, his music is intense and sincere.

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 5/2/2006
Band Website: drewharrison.com
Band Members: Drew Harrison - Vocals, guitar
Influences: John Lennon, Stevie Wonder, Bono, Peter Murphy, Tom Waits...
Sounds Like: Some say Lennon, some say Neil Diamond... Take a listen and decide for yourself!
Record Label: Zimbabwepete Music
Type of Label: None

My Blog

Hello to All!

Hope all are well that should read this blog. Have been performing like crazy the last 3-4 months. Solo, Sun Kings, Lennon shows. A fantastic blur...Thank you to all who came out to shows and the c...
Posted by Drew Harrison on Mon, 08 Oct 2007 03:12:00 PST

Some are time, some are not...think about it.

What happened to the last 6 mos? Man they just flew by! What happened to me for those who care? A couple of things... I finally finished my degree work at UC Berkeley in Peace and Conflict Studies a...
Posted by Drew Harrison on Tue, 12 Jun 2007 09:00:00 PST

So this is XMAS...

So this is XMAS... Along with the solo and Sun Kings gigs, the Lennon acoustic shows we're a blast. Went out on Sunday morning, (11/26) to Sleepy John's show over at KPIG to croon, and ...
Posted by Drew Harrison on Tue, 12 Dec 2006 01:20:00 PST

Prague and Berlin .1

First things first- Hope everyone has a great Holiday season! Best to you, yours, and everyone elses. Thanks to all as well for the support this year, and making this year ...
Posted by Drew Harrison on Fri, 01 Dec 2006 10:35:00 PST

Drew is a finalist in the 2006 Los Angeles Music Award Artist Showcase Contest!

Drew's song, "Terrorist" landed him a spot as a finalist in the 2006 Los Angeles Music Award Artist Showcase Contest! If he wins, he will perform on the main stage on November 9th - This event is tele...
Posted by Drew Harrison on Thu, 26 Oct 2006 10:13:00 PST

Forever & Day appearing on compilation CD

TIN Records' New Music Series has selected Forever & Day to appear on the acoustic volume of their 2007 Global Compilation Project! Read more about it here!Also check out New Music Series' MySpace...
Posted by Drew Harrison on Fri, 21 Jul 2006 07:10:00 PST

And now...A message from Drew

I want to thank everyone who came out for my CD release party at Speisekammer last Friday - the 23rd. Those of you that picked up a CD I hope you're digging it too. It was quite ...
Posted by Drew Harrison on Wed, 28 Jun 2006 08:29:00 PST

Hometown CD Release Party

Come out and join Drew in celebrating the arrival of his new solo CD, Go It AloneThis special event will be taking place on Friday, June 23rd at Speisekammer in Alameda.(2424 Lincoln Avenue, 510 522 1...
Posted by Drew Harrison on Wed, 07 Jun 2006 04:38:00 PST

Check out Drew in The Sun Kings!

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Posted by Drew Harrison on Mon, 15 May 2006 12:01:00 PST

British Invasion at the Uptown May 20th

People have been asking about the show at the Uptown in Oakland on Saturday, May 20th. The show will feature The Sun Kings, The Rave Ups, and The Hoo. For more information please visit The Sun Kings' ...
Posted by Drew Harrison on Sat, 13 May 2006 12:51:00 PST