Tamara Champlin

Santa Barbara, CA Rock / R&B / Soul

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Members: "Champlin" & New Age "Sons of Champlin"

Bio: Singer-songwriter Tamara Champlin moved from Houston, Texas, to Los Angeles, after performing in the movie “URBAN COWBOY”. She has toured and performed with Rita Coolidge, Eddie Money, Dave Mustaine of Megadeth, Reo Speedwagon, Delbert McClinton, Phil Collins, Felix Cavaliere, Sam Moore, Ruth Bro... See Full Bio

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Nashville Unplugged: Bill Champlin, Chas Sanford, Brian McComas and Tamara Champlin Friday May 24th @ Red Rock Lounge Red Rock Casino, LV

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“Tamara, you have wicked good vocals. What great quality and expression in your delivery. One of the best voices I have heard on Revernation. You can turn a lyric like no one I have heard. Great.. Powerful. Love it. Crawl Rocks!”

— Blue Mountain Mule, Reverbnation - Artist Comments

"Crawl" powerful song, love the horn hits and gritty guitar, awesome vocals, kudos

— DC Miller & B. York - Reverbnation Comment, Reverbnation - Artist Comments

"Bad Love" is a great rock/blues tune and is just what the music business needs .... something creative to latch on to

— Doug Dickens, Reverbnation - Artist Comments

“Fantastic Voice and Delivery of Songs! One of the Best on Reverbnation”

— Paul Amirault, Reverbnation - Artist Comments

“Playing "Bad Love Looks Good on You"...Damn Tamara, Your Performance is So Sultry...A Real Stunner. Talent for Days. ”

— Joe (NYC Guitarist), Reverbnation - Artist Comments

“Back for a Sunday listen to an incredible artist..."Tamara Champlin" ”

— Fabulous Del Counts, Reverbnation - Artist Comments

“Tamara your music exudes Passion and Soul..."Rock and Roll Tragedy" so Sunset Strip! ”

— Jim Marcotte, Reverbnation - Artist Comments

“These are some of the best written songs I've heard in a long time. In terms of performance, armed w/ an array of excellent musicians,Tamara Champlin's unique and soulful vocal instantly grabs you - and does it ever hold on! Some artists have STAR written all over their personna - Tamara Champlin is Definitely One of those lucky few! (http://www.reverbnation.com/rickfrost) ”

— Rick Frost, Reverbnation - Artist Comments

"Bad Love (Looks Good On You)" is such a great song and a stellar performance too. Such a set list! I really enjoyed "Louisiana Wind"

— Frankie O'Rourke, Reverbnation - Artist Comments

“Beautiful Heart and Soul in all of your Outstanding Songs Tamara ”

— John Revitte, Reverbnation - Artist Comments

“Playing "Bad Love Looks Good on You". Fine work Tamara...you got me from the first note..then your Smoky Vocals...Awesome ”

— Joe (NYC Guitarist), Reverbnation - Artist Comments

“Rockin' my Sunday with You. Tamara. I'm gonna close your playlist with "Louisiana Wind" - so nice! ”

— Wayne Westervelt, Reverbnation - Artist Comments

"Bad Love" - Rocks!!!!!! You Rock Tamara!!! Wow! I am feeling electric after hearing that!

— Billy Cisco, Reverbnation - Artist Comments

"Heart of Stone" Rocks- and your voice is awesome!

— Dennis and The Invisible Man, Reverbnation - Artist Comments

“This lady is packed with talent. Her tracks are simply superb ”

— Daniel Johnny Johnson Jr, Reverbnation - Artist Comments

“It was a rare night at Cafe316 in Downtown Monterey. The coffee house was filled to the rafters with patrons who flooded in to see Tamara, Bill and Will Champlin perform publicly as a trio for the very first time. It was magical, sensational. Everyone in t...he house fell in love with Tamara not only for her beautifully nuanced delivery, but also for her honesty and humility. I feel honored to have been able to produce and direct the live recording of the show. The Champlins are special people. I hope our paths cross again. ”

— Timothy Barrett, Facebook Video Promotion - "St Forgiveness"

“Great music and nice big vocals to the liking of Raitt, Joplin, etc. Great mix of grooving rocking blues!! great work!! Keep it Rockin!! (http://www.reverbnation.com/standvolume) ”

— Stand Volume , Reverbnation - Artist Comments

"Backstreets of Paradise" Features Tamara Champlin's Smoking Vocals and a Scorching Guitar. Rock Lines & R & B Quality Vocals; It Does Not Get Better." Dennis McNally

— Dennis McNally, 258 Management

“Tamara Champlin is a power-house of vocal intensity. Her amazing versatility and talent has rendered every song on this list a literal musical gem! Absolutely one of my favorite artist/performers! Rock on Tamara! (http://www.reverbnation.com/rickfrost) ”

— Rick Frost, Reverbnation - Artist Comments

“ Such Excellence leaves me Awestruck....Thanks! (http://www.reverbnation.com/rickhall)”

— Rick Hall Trio, Reverbnation - Artist Comments

“It doesn't matter where you hit play on Her (Tamara's) Playlist - there's a Great Song there. "Louisiana Wind" - Soooo nice! (http://www.reverbnation.com/waynewestervelt) ”

— Wayne Westervelt, Reverbnation - Artist Comments

“Love your song "Rock & Roll Tragedy." What a great, raw, bluesy voice you have! You are amazing!.-Starr Michelle (http://www.reverbnation.com/sparklingstarr)”

— Starr Michelle, Reverbnation - Artist Comments

“‎"Rock and Roll Tragedy" written by Tamara Champlin & Kevin Dukes...Tamara Champlin (vocals), Kevin Dukes(guitar), Terry Wilson(bass),Ron Wikso(drums), on keys are Scott Plunkett and this song also features the talents of the late Nicky Hopkins, the ultimate unsung session hero. His piano & organ can be heard on hit songs by the Beatles, the Rolling Stones and the Who. A sweet guy that made this all the more special. ”

— Tamara Champlin

"Louisiana Wind" is a great showcase for your versatile voice. Love the backing band with the organ too. Gorgeous singing, song and arrangement. - Ewan (http://www.reverbnation.com/infelltraitors)

— In Fell Traitors (Ewan), Reverbnation - Artist Comments

“.....its true, do we really do this type of thing, truth never lies. lies never is the truth , tripping Tune Tamara, groovin vibe your got happening with a good rockin sweetness with a cool funky feel added to station (on "Lie Te Myself"....currently spinning on IAC Music)”

— Music Is Truth Radio.....IAC Music

“The scene was at Cafe316. The house was packed. We had just finished sound checks and camera synching. Mac McDonald, entertainment writer for the Monterey Herald had just introduced the Champlins when Tamara opened up the night with this song - "Jimmy Jimmy." Love it. ”

— Timothy Barrett, Facebook Video Promotion - Jimmy Jimmy

"Stone Cold" is on fire!!! Amazing Passion and Power in your voice along with excellent musicianship and sound!!! (http://www.reverbnation.com/johnrevitte)

— John Revitte , Reverbnation - Artist Comments

“Tamara Champlin with Michael Caruso & Dennis Matkosky wrote the Top 40 Country Hit "What's on My Mind" recorded by Bekka Bramlett from her current CD "I Got News for You" ”

— Country Weekly

“BIG voice...Sister...you have a powerful instrument...and a lot of soul. (http://www.reverbnation.com/daveyounger) ”

— Dave Younger, Reverbnation - Artist Comments

“Playing "Rock n Roll Tragedy". A kicking song if there ever was one. You rock. Great voice, great song...Gives me shivers. (http://www.reverbnation.com/joenycguitarist) ”

— Joe Torcicollo , Reverbnation - Artist Comments

“Beautiful passion in your voice and amazing musical Sound Colors on "Talking To Angels" (http://www.reverbnation.com/johnrevitte) ”

— John Revitte - Reverbnation Artist, Reverbnation - Artist Comments

“Night Views returns this week at a new time with Singer, Song-Writer and Recording Artist Tamara Champlin. Before marrying music legend Bill Champlin (formerly of Rock Band Chicago), Tamara was a singer in Houston who was evolving into a session musician. Tamara has written with/for such as artist as Elton John, Andreas Carlson, Douglas Carr, her son, Will Champlin, her long-time writing partner, Michael Caruso. She has also done background vocals for many popular recording artists such as Richard Marx and Mister Mister. Tamara released her solo album "You Won't Get to Heaven Alive" in 1995. The title track reached the Top 20 charts in Spain and the track "Tragic Black" reached #1 in Germany. Tamara recently toured with husband Bill in Norway and Sweden. She is currently touring the west coast with the legendary California based band "Sons of Champlin" along with frontman and husband Bill Champlin and her son Will.”

— Night Views Radio

“In May, 1988 Tamara Champlin was part of the celebration of 40 years of Atlantic Records. ”

— Tamara Champlin Official Biography, Atlantic Records

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Rock and Roll Tragedy
Mar 31, 2011
"Rock and Roll Tragedy" written by Tamara Champlin & Kevin Dukes...Tamara Champl... [more]

with the Bill Champlin Band...
Mar 4, 2011
THREE NITES IN TOKYO JAPAN @ THE COTTON CLUB! April 28-30, 2011 Bill Champli... [more]

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Blue Summerstar
Tamara you rock
Randall A .Walsh
Heart of stone ...Exceptional...start to finish...All the best to you...
Robert Watson
I had to come back on here to give you some spins. Your music is so refreshing to my ears. Have a wonderful Sunday.
John Revitte
I love the beautiful joyful passion in the amazing dance of vocals and musical moods on the outstanding "Southern Serenade" with Bill Champlin Tamara!!
Rich Pulin Musical F...
Hey John, If you're a sucker for horns, listen to "Back In The Game" Let me know what you think! Rich rpmf
John "White Chocolat...
I'm a sucker for horns! Diggin' the first tune and your voice! Check out my stuff! Thanks! WCT from KY

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Sep 1

Rancho Nicasio
Nicasio, CA, US | 3:00pm
Rancho Nicasio
Nicasio, CA, US
Sun Sep 01 3:00pm
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Sons of Champlin w/Frobeck Opening Sunday, September 1, 2013 Rancho Nicasio 1 Old Rancheria Rd, Nicasio, CA, 94946 http://www.ranchonicasio.com/