Janine Wilson

Rank #122 Hyattsville, MD Rock / Roots Rock

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Members: Max Evans, Tommy Hannigan, Clark Matthews, Mookie Siegel

Label: Almost Blue Records

Manager: Billy Zero

Bio: February 2011 - Washington Area Music Awards Winner!

Album of the Year - Wakin' Up
Song of the Year - It Should Be Me
Roots Rock Album - Wakin' Up
Album Design - Wakin' Up

May 2011 - Dallas Songwriting Contest

It Should Be Me is in the top three winners of the Pop/Rock/Alt/R&B category!

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Press

“Wilson’s voice is ridiculous on the new CD. That is, ridiculous in a good way. Just gorgeous. Holy hell. ”

— David Furst, WAMU's Metro Connection

“A very impressive record. Take those early Lucinda Williams/Norah Jones/kd lang CDs out of your changers and put this one in, now! ”

— Michael Jawork, The Birchmere

“This could well be the year of Janine Wilson. The Ohio native recently took the leap into playing music full time supporting her latest release Wakin’ Up. She has built a solid regional following since her 2000 debut, The Blue Album. Yet Wakin’ Up moves her music into a more mature sound. The songs on Wakin’ Up are much more rootsy and rocking than those that know her past work might expect. The blazing guitars in songs including Wakin’ Up in Texas, and Just Kiss Her, make it clear these songs are fiery manifestos. She infuses just enough passion into her vocals without taking them over the top. Yet Wilson and her band aren’t content to just dwell in the rock world, swerving more into alt/country with such songs as Rustin’ in the Rain and more into blues, folk and even jazz in other songs. Although heartened by the early reviews of Wakin’ Up, Wilson isn’t taking success for granted. “It’s exciting and scary at the same time,” Wilson said. “I’m putting my lif”

— Nancy Dunham, Washington Examiner

“With her third album, Janine Wilson presents a study in contradictions. Her first set of original material finds her savvy but sensitive, questioning the motives of wandering lovers and her own ability to find a willing mate. Wilson’s never weepy; her ability to transform anguish and uncertainty into a sultry, assertive attitude rescues her from the trap of self-pity. The arrangements are forceful and assured, but it’s the songs themselves – “It Should Be Me,” the riveting “Just Kiss Her,” the driving “Not for Real” and the cool come on of “Kiss You at Hello” – that attest to her power and conviction. Wilson makes her hooks resonate, giving Wakin’ Up a sense of rousing affirmation.”

— M Magazine, M Music & Musicians Magazine

““This stellar collection fi nds Janine wakin’ up to a rockin’ sound ...Fans from previous discs won’t have any trouble getting on board with the new sound.””

— Buzz McClain, Writer for Playboy

““The title track carries the same kind of self-exposure ...as Sheryl Crow’s early singles. … creative reinterpretation combined with her outspoken delivery is precisely what makes Wilson so enchanting.””

— Catherine P. Lewis, The Washington Post

““… when Wilson digs her heels in and opens up her big voice, it’s best to pay close attention.””

— Ames Arnold, Richmond Style Weekly

““...a very impressive record. Take those early Lucinda Williams/Norah Jones/kd lang cds out of your changers and put this one in, now!” ”

— Michael Jaworek, The Birchmere

"...Wilson can rumble in a barrelhouse, but she is strongest on the slow-burners. Highlights on a disc that includes takes on Slim Harpo’s Queen Bee and Helen Humes’ It’s Better To Give Than To Receive are Elvis Costello’s Almost Blue and Keith Richards’ Make No Mistake."

— Aaron Beck, The Columbus Dispatch

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2012
Dec 31

First Night Alexandria
Alexandria, VA, US | 7:00pm
First Night Alexandria
Alexandria, VA, US
Mon Dec 31, 2012 7:00pm
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The full band shares sets with the Junkyard Saints to rock you into the New Year at the Masonic Temple. Happy New Year Y'all!
2012
Dec 14

Downtown DC Holiday Mar…
Washington, DC, US | 5:00pm
Downtown DC Holiday Market
Washington, DC, US
Fri Dec 14, 2012 5:00pm
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Janine and Max perform holiday acoustic sets while you do your holiday shopping locally!
2012
Dec 1

Night of 100 Elvises
Baltimore, MD, US | 6:00pm
Night of 100 Elvises
Baltimore, MD, US
Sat Dec 01, 2012 6:00pm
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Night two of the Elvis freakout. This night is not for the faint of heart...
2012
Nov 30

Night of 100 Elvises
Baltimore, MD, US | 6:00pm
Night of 100 Elvises
Baltimore, MD, US
Fri Nov 30, 2012 6:00pm
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Janine and the fellas rock you with all the Elvis you can stand! This is Night 1!
2012
Nov 9

Quattro Goombas Winery
Aldie, VA, US | 6:00pm
Quattro Goombas Winery
Aldie, VA, US
Fri Nov 09, 2012 6:00pm
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Janine and Max serenade you with acoustic sets while you wine and dine!

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Maxlink AkA Dark Angel
very best to you
Cousin John Band
these songs are crazy good! Just a real happy place to site and listen, especially with the earbuds so i can hear the subtle bits of voice and guitar interaction... soul and roc...
Cousin John Band
It should be me is sweet simple and stylish. hits the perfect mark its aiming for, and the vocals are heart-breakingly sweet...
Michael Greco
I see why "It Should Be Me" made Song of the Year. Great tune!
Michael Greco
Great music! I'm gettin' into the groove.
This Is My Curse
WOW!! you just "earned" a "like" push from us! we are instant fanz!! keep up the excellent work,and keep us updated on any new tunes in the future!