Shari Puorto Band

Rank #2 Hermosa Beach, CA Blues / Blues/Roots / Americana

About

Members: Shari Puorto, Johnny Hawthorn - guitar, Frank Scarpelli - bass, Jimi Seville - keys/B3, Weina Dinata & Harmony Seville -b

Sounds Like: *Susan Tedeschi*, Bonnie Raitt, Janis Joplin, Bonnie Bramlett

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Bio: WINNER: 2010 Los Angeles Music Awards, 'Americana, Blues, Roots song of the year' for Shari's song, Free.
WINNER: Best Female Vocalist, Southbay Music Awards

Shari Puorto & her Band are a unique sounding band that combines Rock/Blues/Roots and a whole lotta soul. They appeal to a wide audience,... See Full Bio

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"If you've been here before, you should have no doubt that Ms Puorto is a fabulous singer. I've said it before, and I'll say it again, she's right up there with Bonnie Bramlett in my pantheon of soulful blues singers, and I don't give higher praise than that. Of this, her third CD, Ms Puorto says "While you listen to this CD, I hope you go on a ride and feel something old, something new, as I stay true to keeping the music's meaning and message: Direct, Open, Raw and Real."

— Stuart Hamilton, Blues Matters!

““Whether it’s a really strong rocking blues song that gets you on your feet or a ballad that mesmerizes,” she says, “I just want you to feel something.” The mandolin-heavy “Free” – winner of the 2010 Los Angeles Music Award’s Americana, Blues or Roots Song of the Year – certainly qualifies. It melds Susan Tedeschi self-taught soul, Bonnie Raitt country-rock sweetness and just a touch of Melissa Etheridge rasp. On the slide guitar-laden “Don’t Mess With Me,” off her most recent release Real, Puorto unleashes a similar raw self-assuredness that brings to mind greats like Etta James and Ruth Brown, themselves masters of evoking feeling. ”

— Adam Joseph, Monterey County Weekly

“The Irvine Lake Blues Festival this past weekend was FANTASTIC. ALL the bands were AMAZING. As talented as all the musicians and singers were (Ana Popovic, Dennis Jones, Walter Trout, Lee Rocker, Third Rail Blues, Lightning Willie, etc, all were at the top of their game.) Shari Puorto stole the show! Not only did her band play a superb set of music, but Shari fronted the Chicago Blues Review on a couple of blues classics... MOST EXCELLENT!!”

— Fan: Joe Wasyl, Fan

“Switching up sounds like a musical Swiss Army knife, Shari Puorto’s band gives the internationally traveled vocalist shredding rock riffs to which she belts like Benatar and smooth blues rhythm she accompanies with McLachlan-like harmony. Having shared the stage with legends like WAR and Tower of Power—and being that she usually sticks closer to her Southern California haunts—this looks to be one of those rare and beautiful chances to catch some serious talent in comfortably familiar environs.”

— Monterey County Weekly

“Hermosa Beach-based blues-rock singer Shari Puorto and her excellent four-man band tore it up on a packed patio at the convention center. While several hundred attendees were enjoying BBQ chicken and burgers, Puorto dished up some original material from her latest album (the aptly-titled Real) as well as several earlier efforts. Highlights included the slow burner “Don’t Mess with Me” and a striking ballad, “Free.””

— Robert Kinsler, OC Register

““Many of us anxiously wait to hear a voice that resonates throughout our entire body. When listening to Shari Puorto sing, you can actually feel her voice. Yeah, she’s that good.” “When Shari delivers a hard driving blues tune or a soft intimate ballet, you feel her passion and message that the songs were meant to share.””

— Neil Caplin, iJamar Magazine

““….for the powerful spirit in her voice and the heartfelt emotion that she lays down, she’s been compared favorable to Janis Joplin and a few other notable heroes of modern music…..” “….Shari Puorto delivers her heartfelt message with fire in her eyes and honey in her voice.””

— Jim Santella, Southland Blues Magazine

“Shari Puorto got her start when she was asked to sing backup in her boyfriend's band. But a voice like Shari's could not stay in the background. This girl has got some pipes! She has been compared to Janis Joplin, Melissa Etheridge, and Bonnie Raitt. On her new CD, Down The Road, Shari is backed by her rocking band, The Rhythm Addicts, featuring Johnny Lee Schell on guitar.”

— The Blues Mobile.com / House of Blues Radio

““.....before I noticed the name of the legendary Barry Goldberg plastered over production, songwriting and keys! Add in the powerful voice of Shari, and you end up with an album htat will probably end up on my list of favourites for this year. As with any woman singing the blues, Shari has had the Janis Koplin comparision thrown her way, but I get more of a souped up Bonnie Bramlett vibe, even a touch of Rossington Collins band styled southern rock.” “it’s a heady mix of soul and blues that raises a smile and lifts the spirits. The bonus live track shows there’s no studio trickery, and “Down the Road” is definitely a CD to track down and enjoy.””

— Sutart A. Hamilton, BluesMatters!

““The Irvine Lakes 2010 Blues Festival was the largest attended festival held thus far. Shari Puorto set the scene and got the stage rockin’ with her energetic performance. Shari rocked the stage for over 45 minutes to standing ovations!! We can’t wait to have Shari back next year.””

— Dave Noys / Producer/Talent Buyer, Irvine Lake Blues Festival

“ "I mix a lot of bands. The better, and more professional the band, the easier it is to get a great sound. Shari and her band of monsters are so good I don't even feel that I'm working! In addition, they really rock and put on a good show."”

— Tim Campbell, Bell Sound

“ Sharis strong vocal delivery reflects many of those styles while still being as one of a kind and unique as they come. This time there will be no ‘she sounds like’ or ‘has the style of’ or any other comparisons to other artists. There is no shame in being or sounding like Shari Puorto. She is a world class vocalist with a voice like no other and as far as I’m concerned, other artists should be compared to her, not the other way around. I haven’t found this much soul in a white chick since … well…ever.”

— Casey Reagan , American Blues News,

“ -- Quote by, Barry Goldberg “I am still writing and working with younger artists, who I believe in. You mentioned Shari Puorto, and she is one of them. Shari is the real deal, a true fine young soul mama! ”

— Stuart A Hamilton, Issue 50 Blues Matters!

“Sharis strong vocal delivery reflects many of those styles while still being as one of a kind and unique as they come. This time there will be no ‘she sounds like’ or ‘has the style of’ or any other comparisons to other artists. There is no shame in being or sounding like Shari Puorto. She is a world class vocalist with a voice like no other and as far as I’m concerned, other artists should be compared to her, not the other way around. I haven’t found this much soul in a white chick since … well…ever.”

— Casey Reagan, American Blues News

“Orange County Register, Oct 2009 Robert Kinsler Puorto has a strong and distinctive voice capable of emotive delivery of blues classics such as "Stormy Monday" and "Leave Your Hat On," as well as a wealth of self-written tunes like the rock-blues of "When I Met You" from her 2008 album "Down the Road."”

— Orange County Register

— Robert Kinsler, Orange County Register

“Nov, 2009 Shari Puorto lends background vocals to Barry Goldberg's latest release. CD produced by, Bob Dylan & Jerry Wexler. While Barry Goldberg's recording career is largely hogged by tapes of jam sessions dominated by blues cover versions, he was an excellent songwriter and more than deserved the respectful treatment he got here from a production team that consisted of none other than Bob Dylan”

— Shari lending vocals to Bob Dylan's only produced CD

“Jan 2010: Shari Puorto To Perform In Thailand, Bangkok - Jan 2010 @ Top40 ... LOS ANGELES (Top40 Charts/ Shari Puort Official Website) - Shari Puorto, Los Angeles based singer/songwriter/performer is heading to Thailand, Bangkok to ... www.top40-charts.com/news.php?nid=53937”

— Announcement

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: Shari Puorto Band has a show on 05/24/2013 at 08:30 PM @ Sagebrus... in Calabasas, CA... http://t.co/nkwybFXG3T

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May 24

Sagebrush Cantina
Calabasas, CA, US | 8:30pm
Sagebrush Cantina
Calabasas, CA, US
Fri May 24 8:30pm
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Jun 1

Mt. Baldy - Rock the Top
Mt. Baldy, CA, US | 8:30pm
Mt. Baldy - Rock the Top
Mt. Baldy, CA, US
Sat Jun 01 8:30pm
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8:30pm - 11:00p
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Jun 8

Pala Casino - Center St…
Pala, CA, US | 4:00pm
Pala Casino - Center Stage
Pala, CA, US
Sat Jun 08 4:00pm
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Jun 16

Sagebrush Cantina
calabasas, CA, US | 2:00pm
Sagebrush Cantina
calabasas, CA, US
Sun Jun 16 2:00pm
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Jun 23

Don the Beachcomber
Huntington Beach, CA, US | 3:00pm
Don the Beachcomber
Huntington Beach, CA, US
Sun Jun 23 3:00pm
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Jersey Johnny Flora
Shari, Love "Free" stopped by to listen, "Jersey" Johnny Flora
Brother Art
Beautiful sound!
Tyrone Smith
Droppin' some love on your page.. Hope 2013 is gotten off to a wonderful start for ya!Keep Doin' Your Thing and Pushing forward https://www.facebook.com/OfficialTyroneS...
Bobby McIntyre
yes!!!! I like it alot :) :) please keep it coming
Jairod
Great singing and Music
GodSpeed
You guys are killing it big time! Sweet and smooth all the way! Love your stuff! Kevin .....from Godspeed

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Q: You're playing Biscuits during the Oracle Open World conference, so there are 60000 more folk in town. I am travelling from the uk and looking forward to seeing you there.

A: are you talking about Biscuits and Blues in San Francisco? sounds good to me! Did we meet.....?

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