Melissa Reaves
Melissa Reaves
Vilas, NC
Rock / Experimental / Blues
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About Melissa...
Musician, Melissa Reaves has been delighting audiences throughout the U. S. and Europe for more than a decade with her rock, funk and rhythm & blues-based sound. Reaves is a powerful vocalist and guitar player whose style ranges from driving rock & roll to a funk and groove sound that lends itself to a diverse repertoire of originals as well as some occasional choice covers. Performing over 200 shows per year, Melissa spends most of her time touring with her eclectic solo show as well as with the four talented musicians from her band. In January 2000, Melissa was chosen to participate in a "Women of the Millennium" showcase at the MIDEM conference in Cannes, France and toured in both England and France which included opening for Robert Plant .
"She sings the blues-all heart and soul...Melissa delivered the goods and shook the place." ~~Manhattan Mirror; NYC
In 1999, Melissa won the Lilith Fair Talent Search for the Charlotte area. She took the stage at Tremont Music Hall by storm and blew the crowd away! Melissa is well known for her electrifying performances that leave her fans screaming for more. Her performance at Lilith Fair was incredible, and Melissa ended up on the main stage at the end of the night with Sheryl Crow and Sarah McLachlan and truly brought down the house.
"Reaves will electrify any audience and send chills down your spine."
~~Creative Loafing; Charlotte, NC
Melissa's third CD, Sentimental Anthem, includes a blend of some incredible grooves and the powerful extremes of Melissa's vocal abilities. Nine tracks are originals and the CD includes a dynamic rendition of "Purple Haze" with the Willy's, as well as a beautiful acoustic version of "I Know You Rider." For Reaves, one of the goals for this CD was to capture the intense energy of her live performances. Sentimental Anthem was released in May 1999, and received outstanding reception from both fans and radio play.
“ Melissa Reaves is a rare, formidable talent on the verge of major recognition."
~~'T' Bowman; Thoroughbred Promotion
Another of Reaves accomplishments was the independent release of her debut album, Fall From Grace. Reaves wrote and arranged the entire album which includes ten listed tracks along with some extra surprises. Melissa has one track on the GO ON GIRL '97 CD compilation. The CD features female fronted bands from across the U.S. & Canada and is the brainchild of Susan White at Fret Less Music.
"A well-trained voice straight from the Janis Joplin school of wail and a guitar burn that's efficient and snug." ~~Creative Loafing; Charlotte
Originally from North Carolina, Melissa Reaves tours throughout much of the east coast including New York, Boston, Atlanta, Charlotte, D.C., New Orleans and as far west as CO. ,N.M. &Seattle. Melissa has shared the stage with Robert Plant, Sarah MacLachlan, Sheryl Crow, Cyndi Lauper, Sister Sledge, Gloria Gaynor, Kenny Wayne Sheppard, Deborah Coleman, Doc Watson, Little Feat; and has performed for many benefits and rallies including New York Pride, Battered Women's Shelters, and PETA. Melissa has also been a featured artist at the MIDEM, CMJ, & LMNOP conferences and at the NEA Extravaganza. Melissa Reaves & The Willys unique sound and charismatic presence has received excellent reviews for their shows in N.J., PA, NYC, and in the Boston area. Rob Bloom of NYC's Manhattan Mirror said that, 'Melissa sings the blues all heart and soul. "
“ The four lead tracks of her debut CD give a well-balanced taste of the diversity and drive Melissa and her band possess." ~~Forum Magazine
Melissa delivered the goods and shook the place,' while Steve Rylie of Creative Loafing says, 'Reaves will electrify any audience and send chills down your spine.' Melissa has propelled herself forward in the independent music scene with enormous strides. With her dynamic stage presence and burning desire to entertain, Melissa Reaves is someone who will excite and energize any audience!
Musician, Melissa Reaves has been delighting audiences throughout the U. S. and Europe for more than a decade with her rock, funk and rhythm & blues-based sound. Reaves is a powerful vocalist and guitar player whose style ranges from driving rock & roll to a funk and groove sound that lends itself to a diverse repertoire of originals as well as some occasional choice covers. Performing over 200 shows per year, Melissa spends most of her time touring with her eclectic solo show as well as with the four talented musicians from her band. In January 2000, Melissa was chosen to participate in a "Women of the Millennium" showcase at the MIDEM conference in Cannes, France and toured in both England and France which included opening for Robert Plant .
"She sings the blues-all heart and soul...Melissa delivered the goods and shook the place." ~~Manhattan Mirror; NYC
In 1999, Melissa won the Lilith Fair Talent Search for the Charlotte area. She took the stage at Tremont Music Hall by storm and blew the crowd away! Melissa is well known for her electrifying performances that leave her fans screaming for more. Her performance at Lilith Fair was incredible, and Melissa ended up on the main stage at the end of the night with Sheryl Crow and Sarah McLachlan and truly brought down the house.
"Reaves will electrify any audience and send chills down your spine."
~~Creative Loafing; Charlotte, NC
Melissa's third CD, Sentimental Anthem, includes a blend of some incredible grooves and the powerful extremes of Melissa's vocal abilities. Nine tracks are originals and the CD includes a dynamic rendition of "Purple Haze" with the Willy's, as well as a beautiful acoustic version of "I Know You Rider." For Reaves, one of the goals for this CD was to capture the intense energy of her live performances. Sentimental Anthem was released in May 1999, and received outstanding reception from both fans and radio play.
“ Melissa Reaves is a rare, formidable talent on the verge of major recognition."
~~'T' Bowman; Thoroughbred Promotion
Another of Reaves accomplishments was the independent release of her debut album, Fall From Grace. Reaves wrote and arranged the entire album which includes ten listed tracks along with some extra surprises. Melissa has one track on the GO ON GIRL '97 CD compilation. The CD features female fronted bands from across the U.S. & Canada and is the brainchild of Susan White at Fret Less Music.
"A well-trained voice straight from the Janis Joplin school of wail and a guitar burn that's efficient and snug." ~~Creative Loafing; Charlotte
Originally from North Carolina, Melissa Reaves tours throughout much of the east coast including New York, Boston, Atlanta, Charlotte, D.C., New Orleans and as far west as CO. ,N.M. &Seattle. Melissa has shared the stage with Robert Plant, Sarah MacLachlan, Sheryl Crow, Cyndi Lauper, Sister Sledge, Gloria Gaynor, Kenny Wayne Sheppard, Deborah Coleman, Doc Watson, Little Feat; and has performed for many benefits and rallies including New York Pride, Battered Women's Shelters, and PETA. Melissa has also been a featured artist at the MIDEM, CMJ, & LMNOP conferences and at the NEA Extravaganza. Melissa Reaves & The Willys unique sound and charismatic presence has received excellent reviews for their shows in N.J., PA, NYC, and in the Boston area. Rob Bloom of NYC's Manhattan Mirror said that, 'Melissa sings the blues all heart and soul. "
“ The four lead tracks of her debut CD give a well-balanced taste of the diversity and drive Melissa and her band possess." ~~Forum Magazine
Melissa delivered the goods and shook the place,' while Steve Rylie of Creative Loafing says, 'Reaves will electrify any audience and send chills down your spine.' Melissa has propelled herself forward in the independent music scene with enormous strides. With her dynamic stage presence and burning desire to entertain, Melissa Reaves is someone who will excite and energize any audience!
