Chris Beall
Austin, Texas, United States | Established. Jan 01, 2010 | INDIE
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"This is classic and memorable song by the Reverend Gary Davis [said of "Goin to Sit Down on the Banks"], and a lovely lilting version by Chris Beall. It’ll transport you to the banks of the river, with layers of acoustics that mimic the trickling creek. This kind of transport is something we could all use today." - Melissa Clarke/Americana Highways (Aug 2021)
"Beall channels his gift for eloquent, painterly lyricism into a compelling blend of melodic Americana and Heartland rock. Immediately engaging and eminently poignant, this is a record that will stand proudly amongst the classics of the genre." - RJ Frometa/Vents Magazine (March 2022)
"At times almost speaking, like an intimate conversation in which he shares his nostalgic recollections, Beall’s voice is warm and tuneful." - Andrew Frolish/Americana UK (April 2022)
"Chris Beall, champion of the Americana genre...an incredibly talented songwriter with lyrics that alternate from playful to contemplative to broodingly philosophical." - - Molly Longmire, Appetizer Radio Show (Apr 01, 2014)
"Americana/Roots artist Chris Beall is quite the story teller in his second album...“Spike Driver Blues” makes for the perfect soulful song...This bluesy tune will have you swaying along to the background vocals like you are right alongside preaching." 4 Star Rating - Kristin Whyte, Got Country (Nov 27, 2013)
"...with influential nods to Tom Petty, Paul McCartney, and the storytelling style of Bruce Springsteen... 'The Gin Mill Hymns' is a treat to listen to and belongs in your car stereo on a road trip or as the soundtrack on the way to work." - Scott Johnson, Music City Arts Update (Nov 28, 2013)
"For fans of Americana, country rock and blues I highly suggested engrossing yourselves in this sophomore album from Chris Beall, titled The Gin Mill Hymns. Each and every song is a winner..." Featured in Artist Spotlight, Editor's Selections - Peter Braidis, Indie Music (Dec 09, 2013)
According to our research, on 07/26/2010 the above referenced release; Brand New World, by Chris Beall, had attained The Number 71 Position on at least one of the charts monitored and verified by IAIRA. On the basis of that research, IAIRA has qualified the aforementioned release as eligible for Certification as an International 'Top 100'. On behalf of the entire IAIRA staff and the Recording Arts Community at large, please accept our most sincere Congratulations and Best Wishes for your continued success! - International Association of Independent Recording Artists (Aug 04, 2010)
Artists like Chris Beall love making music. Chris is the quintessential independent artist. I would probably go as far as to say that he is the poster child for the new “alternative music industry” that has developed.....” - Jimi Jean, Jimi Jean's Sounding off on Sounds (Apr 24, 2010)
“Chris Beall is damn good. He's authentic, keeps it simple and his stories resonate with anyone having ears.” - Blain Legere, Legere Productions
Discography
- 2010 Brand New World
- 2011 Austin Sound Exchange Vol. 1
- 2012 Austin Sound Exchange Vol. 2
- 2013 The Gin Mill Hymns
- 2015 Austin Sound Exchange Vol. 3
- 2016 (The South Austin Moonlighters) Ghost of a Small Town
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2019 (The South Austin Moonlighters) Travel
Light - 2021 Abilene
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The son of a motorcycle racer from a small town in west Texas, Chris Beall is a singer/songwriter/producer/guitarist who's albums have been featured on numerous Americana radio/music charts. He is also a "Verified" Spotify artist with over 20,000 streams. Along with his solo career, he is a member of the well-established South Austin Moonlighters, whose album “Travel Light” went to #1 on the Alternative Country Roots Radio Chart in 2019 and reached #61 on the national Americana radio chart. His 2021 release "Abilene" went to #16 on the Alternative Country chart, and his previous solo album in 2014, "The Gin Mill Hymns", showed-up at #15 on the Texas Roots Radio chart, #29 on the national Roots Rock Radio chart, and #173 on the national Americana radio chart. He has achieved the #1 position on the Reverbnation Americana chart for Central Texas several times, and #3 in the nation. Influenced by many forms of American music, he did a stint in Nashville, but currently resides in Austin Texas where he writes, performs, and produces music. Chris has also produced and played on several Texas artists' songs including The Ransom Brothers, Austin Mayse, Denny Herrin's "Robert E Lee Motel" and Brett Hauser's "I'm As Good As Gone". His discography as an artist includes multiple albums:
2010's "Brand New World"
2011’s Austin Sound Exchange Volume 1
2012’s Austin Sound Exchange Volume 2
2013's "The Gin Mill Hymns"
2014’s Austin Sound Exchange Volume 3
2016’s The South Austin Moonlighters “Ghost of a Small Town”
2019’s The South Austin Moonlighters “Travel Light”
2021's "Abilene"
Sounds like: Charlie Robison, Radney Foster, Reckless Kelly,
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