Chris and Thomas

Genre: Acoustic
Secondary Genre: Folk Los Angeles, California USA Contact

“If you thought West Coast harmony singing went out of fashion with Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, think again. Breezing in with a ravishing exhibition of acoustic loveliness come chris and thomas, two ultra talented dudes with mellow voices that complement each other perfectly.” - The Sun (UK)

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Artist Information

Biography

With sounds gathered from the landscapes of the American Southwest, chris and thomas’ music could just as easily find its home in the rainy hills of the early 1970’s English countryside. Combining American roots instrumentation with soothing vocal harmonies, the duo’s rustic sounds and heartfelt songs are filled with thoughtful lyricism.

In 2003 chris and thomas arrived in Los Angeles, California. The duo’s live debut was opening up at the Hotel Café for singer/ songwriter Alexi Murdoch. Their unique live performance involves playing with one condenser microphone and gathering around it like a modern day Carter Family.

Instrumentation

Chris Anderson and Thomas Hien
Guitar
Banjo
Mandolin
Vocals

Discography

Vista Street Sessions (EP)
Land of Sea (Album)

Their songs “Take These Thoughts” and “Windows” have been played on L.A.’s influential NPR station KCRW.

On air performances on KCRW and other radio stations followed with appearances at SXSW and other venues and festivals throughout the country. More radio stations have added chris and thomas to their playlists as their fan base continues to grow in the U.S., in continental Europe and in the UK.

“Take These Thoughts” won best song of the year in the Americana category at the Independent Music Awards 2006. The duo’s full length debut Land Of Sea was recorded with renowned producer/engineer Mark Howard (Bob Dylan, U2, Tom Waits).

The US release includes the bonus track "Horse In The Sky". The song, penned by chris and thomas and Oscar nominated composer John Debney, is featured in the end credits of Garry Marshall’s new film Georgia Rule starring Lindsey Lohan and Jane Fonda.

Official Website

http://www.chrisandthomas.com

Audio

Video

Live on KCRW

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Press

  • evocative and impressive [+ Show ]

    “Four stars... Simon and Garfunkel or young Crosby and Nash lost on a moonlit prairie. This is evoc...

  • “One of my favorite indie releases [+ Show ]

    “One of my favorite indie releases of the year.” - Nic Harcourt, Morning Becomes Eclectic, KCRW Los...

  • unconventional lyrics [+ Show ]

    “The combination of unconventional lyrics, expert harmonies and traditional instruments works well t...

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