Paul Thiessen Band
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Paul Thiessen Band

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"Blown Away"

Last night I saw something happen that is a rare and delightful treat. A performer who knows how to capture the audience, get them involved with the music, and then take them on a colorful journey of emotions, inspiration, and hope. Accompanied by his very own mouth-trombone and vaudville-jazz-scat solos, Paul Thiessen really understands what it means to be an entertainer.

Edward Stone - The Stones Throw Review - Edward Stone - The Stones Throw Review


"Who's Paul Thiessen?"

Paul Thiessen is on a Mission From God. He knows he can't stop it because trying to stop it just makes it worse. Its his lot in life, having to tell everyone with ears how the world looks from inside his shoes. And like all of us, Paul is working hard to make that world at least livable, and sometimes even fun on the lucky days. So his songs become a diary of his struggles and joys, composed in a style that is Paul's gift and burden. That's because Paul knows music. He knows music just like his Paul predecessors, McCartney and Simon. These Pauls all compose well beyond formulaic structures, relying instead on capricious melodies morphing into aural bouquets and motifs that sometimes filigree and sometimes arouse the primal dance. And these Pauls have paid meticulous attention to wordplay and storytelling and central themes, enough to engage the serious literary critic inside everyman. The result is a body of songs that will likely last long after the artist has left us. If you have not discover The Third Paul yet, get your heart and feet ready for something they will enjoy forever. - Bill Medei - Rainbow Drive Studios, Freelance writer for the Morning Call


Discography

Daydream - 10 song album. full band production, rock (2003-2005)

Misunderstood - 5 song solo EP features Paul on Piano and Guitar. (2005)

Start. Hear. - 5 Songs feature current band members (2007)

Songs stream on www.MySpace.com/PaulThiessen

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The Paul Thiessen Band

For Philadelphia indie / folk rocker Paul Thiessen and his band, practice truly makes perfect. Spending nearly two decades honing the art of “making stuff up”, Paul embarked on his musical journey in the vein of most aspiring musicians; studying and practicing music theory. After growing weary of the repetition and monotony of formal training and its inherent guidelines, Thiessen decided to move on to playing what makes him happy; writing his own music. These days, the countless hours of practicing guitar, bass, drums, and basically any other instrument he could get his hands on seem to be paying off.

Through his introspective song writing and commanding live performances, Paul Thiessen has drawn comparisons to legendary songwriters such as James Taylor and Paul Simon. After spending several years as a solo artist, Paul found his muse hidden in a band under his own moniker. Surrounded by a supporting cast of completely self-taught, yet uber-talented musicians, Paul shuffles and wails through timeless jams reminiscent of veteran artists. Although a mere 18 years of age, drummer John Morgan commands the kit like a seasoned professional. Bassist Peter Fritz, who along with Paul is in his early twenties, meanders through groovy bass lines while sister Joy Thiessen compliments Paul on keys and vocals.

“Joy is a frequent, special guest on stage with the core trio. I started writing the songs in 1996, always with the band in mind. But the majority of my time on stage has been with other bands doing other people’s songs, or different versions of my own songs. It wasn't until 2006 when I met John and Peter that I heard the songs as they were in my head. Ten years of songwriting has given me plenty of material and also sort of a musical scrapbook of my life's experiences. The lyrics relate well to a variety of audiences.” - Paul

The respect all four have for each other is apparent, both in the music and in how they speak of one another.

“Our dedication to music and listening to each other is an integral part of why we work so well together.” - John Morgan Kimock

The band draws its influences from a wide array of artists in the likes of Curtis Mayfield, Phish, Bruce Hornsby, and Dr. John. In an effort to keep the music fresh and entertaining, Paul Thiessen and company are no strangers to working extended jams and improvisations into their live performances. This experimental and sometimes psychedelic nature has lead many a listener to dub the group the “Paul Thiessen Experience.” Collectively, they also have had the pleasure of jamming in some of the most respected haunts throughout the northeast and jamming with renowned artists such as Amos Lee, New Monsoon, Benevento Russo Duo, George Wesley, Bernie Worell, and George Clinton. The Paul Thiessen Band has also been featured on numerous festivals including the Gathering of the Vibes, High Sierra, and the Health and Harmony Festival. Their first album recorded as a complete band entitled Start. Hear. is due out in the fall of 2007.