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Carol Cochran

Keepin' It Country

About Me


In the early 1990's, I had my own country band, Bar None, and performed for many public and private venues in the New Braunfels, Seguin, San Antonio, and surrounding small towns. Finding it to be tough to teach school, raise three children, and keep a band booked, I gave up the band and went to work as a vocalist with The Goolaks out of Seguin, Tx. After a year, I left the band, but continued to be available to be hired with several area bands on an as needed basis.Five years ago, I started performing at many of the South Texas Opry Shows. New Braunfels, Seguin, Yokum, Nordheim, Refugio, Victoria, Edna, Corpus Christi, Georgewest, and Pilgrim are just a few of places I get invited to on a regular basis.I just recorded my first CD at the Southern Cross Studio in Refugio, Tx. It has many of the cover songs that I enjoy doing at dances as well as the Opry shows. If you would like to purchase one of my CDs, please go to my website at www.carol-cochran.com where you can use Paypal to order one.Two years ago, I started Big Star Karaoke & DJ. I keep very busy with weekly, bi-monthly, and private shows. I have developed a following of people who not only enjoy participating in the Karaoke, but, also just come to hear me sing.Of course, in between the Karaoke, DJ, and Opry shows, my favorite venue is still on the stage with a band and a floor full of people dancing! stars layout @ HOT FreeLayouts.com love / music / movies / frazy Hot Free Layouts..

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Member Since: 7/30/2006
Band Website: carol-cochran.com
Band Members: Carol Cochran, singer
Influences: My main influence would have to be my parents. My dad had a country band in New Braunfels when I was born. Growing up around the stage and on the dance floor instilled a deep love for country music, performing, and entertaining. I learned to play the guitar, piano, and saxophone and enjoyed performing any time I was given the opportunity. My husband, Bob, has always given me the support I needed. From helping with the band, to driving all over Texas to Oprys, as well as setting up for Karaoke/DJ shows, he's always been there for me. My three children have always supported me and even at times pushed me to take chances in this business.As far as influential singers, Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, Lorrie Morgan, Wanda Jackson, and Highway 101 are just a few of my favorites. You will see this when you hear me perform, as I always manage to throw in a song from one of these artists. Classic country has always been my specialty.
Sounds Like: I really don't sound like anyone in particular. I have a very strong voice and sing from the heart. I have many requests to do Patsy Cline, Highway 101, Jeannie Pruitt, and Wanda Jackson songs.
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Wow! What a great night at Freiheit Country Store last Friday! The place was rockin with lots on singing and dancing going on. It was tough to get them to go home at closing time!!Oh, and by the way, ...
Posted by Carol Cochran on Mon, 04 Dec 2006 07:00:00 PST