Christine Ohlman

Rank #2 New Haven, CT Americana / Americana / R & B

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Members: Cliff Goodwin - Lead Guitar; Michael Colbath - Bass Guitar; Larry Donahue - Drums and Percussion

Bio: This queen of blue-eyed rock n' soul grew up loving equally the sweetness of a Memphis horn line and the raunch of an electric guitar riff, whether played by Muddy Waters, Keith Richards, or Pop Staples. Teased her blonde hair into a beehive in honor of Ronnie Spector and never looked back, picki... See Full Bio

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Posted a new song: "Cry Baby Cry (w/Dion DiMucci)" http://www.reverbnation.com/c./poni/207810957 #music

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“There are so many 'wow' moments" ”

— Dave Marsh, SIRIUS/XM Radio / Rolling Stone

"Tough, tender, thoughtful and sassy-- R-E-A-L, as Sam Phillips was wont to say."

— Peter Guralnick, Award-Winning Author and Musicologist (Last Train To Memphis, S

"As a singer, Ohlman makes each song sound like a prime cut on a jukebox in a Memphis barbecue joint. Hit(s) the sweet spot, straight and true."

— Vintage Guitar Magazine - July, 2010

"The husky-voiced singer is a full-package talent, a dynamic rocker who draws on soul and blues in ways that give her music a classic feel even as it pulses with her own personality. Make no mistake: If Ian Hunter, Dion DiMucci, Marshall Crenshaw, Levon Helm, G.E. Smith, Big Al Anderson, and Eric Ambel draw you into The Deep End, it's Ohlman who ends up making the biggest impression. As in: 'Wow'."

— Nick Cristiano, Philadelphia Inquirer (syndicated)

"She of the beehive hairdo and the Saturday Night Live Band brings the ringing endorsement of Charlie Musselwhile to her excitedly sung and enjoyable roots-rock songs"

— Downbeat

"On her latest record, seasoned R&B chanteuse Christine Ohlman writes and sings about human interactions, from irresistible sex to true love and, ultimately, unbelievable loss. There’s never a doubt that Ohlman is singing from an experienced heart."

— Kay Cordtz, Elmore Magazine

"Don’t let the beehive hair or glammed-up persona fool you. Christine Ohlman can deliver the goods. With a delivery that carries all the joy of early rock and roll, Ohlman owns the voice of choice for every style from edgy blues to tender R&B to sweet country to bittersweet singer-songwriter".

— Blues Revue - June/July 2010

"Whatever she touches becomes soulful and passionate. Ohlman always sounds like her born-to-be-bad self, belting out songs like the spitfire she is. It's that swagger combined with tenderness that makes her so compelling... the perfect balance of raw soul and gutsy rock. Perhaps the most powerful and potent moment is the title track, a gospel-infused swamp ballad that seems autobiographical, especially when she sings that she's 'hard to handle, the excitable kind/take off runnin' when I could've walked.' Ohlman never flinches from the hard stuff and throughout The Deep End, she dives in like the classic soul kings and queens she idolizes."

— Hal Horowitz, The All Music Guide

““[Ohlman] sings in a gutsy rock ‘n’ roll voice edged in soul and blues, part Bonnie Raitt and part Genya Raven, with an element of Van Morrison’s early wildness. Her throwback sound combines the romanticism of Brill Building pop and horn-fed Stax muscle (courtesy of the Asbury Jukes’ Chris Anderson and Neal Pawley) into a potent rock ‘n’ roll stew. Ohlman’s band is similarly road-tested (the bass of Michael Colbath is particularly notable).” ”

— www.hyperbolium.com

“The record, like any good bit of love, has layers: not so much warning as honest admission - or perhaps understanding - of love's varied means and ends. In fact, the blues isn't always about being sad, but simply allowing room for the myriad reaches and complexities of emotion."”

— Kim Ruehl, NoDepression.com

““Christine Ohlman and her band Rebel Montez have just released their sixth studio album, The Deep End, to what will undoubtedly be rave critical acclaim. Let it begin here. It’s staggering!"”

— www.thealternateroot.com

"Expect this album to pepper a few best-of lists in December. The songs on The Deep End draw as much upon gospel and urban doo-wop as they do blues and Americana. “I surrender to the rhythm in my blood”, Ohlman sings in 'Like Honey'. Me too, Christine, me too.

— Bill Holmes, www.popmatters.com

"Ohlman turns out the best blue-eyed soul of her career...'The Gone of You' fully exhibits how much grief a blues-drenched heart can bear. The whole history of soul music can be heard here, reflected in a passionate life--or two."

— Dave Marsh, Rock & Rap Confidential

"Ohlman and Rebel Montez concoct a Soul atmosphere as thick and palpable as a humid Southern night. Ohlman’s voice is a dusky, supple thing of dark Soul beauty, like a gene splice of Dusty Springfield and Delbert McClinton. She sells the album’s handful of covers with aching authenticity, from her duets with Marshall Crenshaw on the Marvin Gaye/Mary Wells classic “What’s the Matter with You Baby” and with the incomparable Dion on “Cry Baby Cry.” But the standouts on The Deep End are Ohlman’s stunning originals, which blister and soothe in equal measure."

— Brian Baker, Cincinnati CityBeat

“There's a wondrous familiarity and traditionalism in Christine Ohlman's old-school, rough-hewn, Southern-soul roots rock... (she) is loyal and true to her roots while setting herself audacious new challenges: deeply impressive." ”

— Chris Arnott, The Advocate, New Haven, CT

"The Deep End insists on telling the truth until it alters perceptions of love and loss and how it all works, especially when it falls apart so tragically as that which produced this work of art. Here comes the sun, healing and transcendent."

— The Bluegrass Special

"If you give "The Deep End" a spin, you'll be an Ohlman fan for life." (4 stars)

— The Daily News, McKeesport, PA (Pittsburgh Metro)

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Sat
Jun 29

THE MYSTIC BLUES FESTIV…
Mystic, CT, US | 6:00pm
THE MYSTIC BLUES FESTI...
Mystic, CT, US
Sat Jun 29 6:00pm
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Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez headline and rock the Main Stage (www.mysticshipyard.com) at the premier outing of this brand-new 3-day fest. There are headliners Fri. & Sat. on the Shipyard Stage, a great closing concert on Sunday, and special shows at the Mystic Marriott (the Fest's partner hotel) and The Knickerbocker Cafe in Westerly, RI. More details at www.mysticbluesfestival.com
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Jul 11

NYC HIT SQUAD RETURNS T…
New York, NY, US | 8:00pm
NYC HIT SQUAD RETURNS ...
New York, NY, US
Thu Jul 11 8:00pm
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The Beehive Queen joins her Hit Squad running partners Ricky Byrd, Liberty DeVitto, Jeff Kazee, Neal Pawley, Chris Anderson and Muddy Shews at the historic Iridium. It's always a soul-rockin' show with the Squad!!! Call (212) 582-2121 for more info and watch for tix link soon at : www.theiridium.com
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Jul 13

BRIDGE STREET LIVE
Collinsville, CT, US | 9:00pm
BRIDGE STREET LIVE
Collinsville, CT, US
Sat Jul 13 9:00pm
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CHRISTINE OHLMAN ROCKS BRIDGE STREET LIVE! The Beehive Queen returns to this pristine Northern-CT concert room that showcases the best in music with great sight lines and a fab dinner menu. Carrie Johnson, a rockin' soul sister with major creds, joins in for a great opening set at 8 PM - one show only. Directions, menu, info, go to: www.41bridgestreet.com
Fri
Jul 19

THE TURNING POINT
Piermont, NY, US | 9:00pm
THE TURNING POINT
Piermont, NY, US
Fri Jul 19 9:00pm
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TGIF on a hot, hot summer night as The Beehive Queen & The Montez Boys return to this showcase performance space that is rich in history for its long-running, top-notch presentation of the country's best Americana, roots and blues artists. Just up the Hudson from NYC, in the shadow of the Tappan Zee Bridge. Dine upstairs at Tequila Sal Y Limon (845 680-6740), too! Advance tix $20. More info and directions at www.turningpointcafe.com or call (845) 359-1089
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Jul 25

Marriott Shoals Confere…
Florence, AL, US | 8:00pm
Marriott Shoals Conference...
Florence, AL, US
Thu Jul 25 8:00pm
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Christine Ohlman w.The Muscle Shoals All-Stars: "A TRIBUTE TO JERRY WEXLER" The Beehive leads the charge with Muscle Shoals legends David Hood, Kelvin Holly, NC Thurman, Mike Dillon & Will McFarlane and their special guests Bonnie Bramlett, Spooner Oldham, Donnie Fritts and Paul Wexler (plus surprises!!) in a concert honoring the musical legacy of legendary Atlantic Records producer Jerry Wexler. Show to be broadcast on "Muscle Shoals 2 Music Row Live" (tune in on www.ms2mr.com) . Dick Cooper's iconic photos will be exhibited as a special added treat! Advance Tix $10 on sale at Big River Broadcasting (call 256 764-8121), Florence AL. or go to www.showclix.com/event/3768213

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J. Anthony Petrolito
Christine, Vocals sweet as honey...
DorothySGuinn(Tnblue...
Love the Deep End. We have many mutual friends in the Shoals which is right down the road from me and I play there often.Nice to find u here.
DorothySGuinn(Tnblue...
great vocals
MOR
love it. rock it girl... God did alright I say. Yeah! PEACE!