Not to be confused with Sister Hazel Origin, Florida, US Genres, Years active 1993–present Labels Croakin' Poets (1993–1997) (1997–2002) Sixthman (2002–2005) /Croakin' Poets (2005 – present) Website Members Ken Block Jett Beres Andrew Copeland Ryan Newell Mark Trojanowski Sister Hazel is an band from, whose style also blends elements of, classic and. Their music is characterized by highly melodic tunes and prominent harmonies. Most of their songs have optimistic lyrics. The band's instrumentation often features abrupt shifts among electric, acoustic and, with striking use of. Though often described as alternative, Sister Hazel leans toward an upbeat sound and away from the clashing discordance often associated with the genre. There have been no changes to the band's main lineup after over 20 years, although guitarist Ryan Newell was only listed as a guest musician on their debut album, and non-original member Dave LaGrande has been touring with them since 2012.
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Contents. History Sister Hazel formed in in 1993 and was named for Sister Hazel Williams, a local who ran a homeless shelter. The group released its debut album in 1994, through its independent Croakin' Poets. Shortly after its release, singer/guitarist Ryan Newell and drummer Mark Trojanowski joined the band.
Newell played on the album before officially joining the group. The band's second album, was released in 1997 and sold approximately 30,000 copies through its initial pressing, prompting to sign the band. Universal re-released.Somewhere More Familiar in late 1997. A single from the album, ' hit No. 11 on the and remains the band's most successful single. The band's third album was released in 2000 by Universal. The band worked with producers (, ), Richie Zito , and Paul Ebersold. The album featured minor pop hits 'Champagne High' and 'Change Your Mind.'
In 2003, after the band split from Universal, they released their fourth studio album, on the Sixthman label and toured throughout the year to promote the album. The band's internet presence emerged during this time period, and hardcore fans dubbing themselves 'Hazelnuts' studied setlists, shared concert recordings, and initiated a promotion scheme with the band through their.
2003 also saw the simultaneous release of Live.LIVE, a two-disc live album, and A Life in the Day, a live DVD. In 2004, Sister Hazel released their next studio album. Songs from Lift were re-recorded for 2005's Lift: Acoustic Renditions, an EP of studio acoustic takes on five of the songs, offered exclusively through 's. In July 2005, the Sister Hazel album was re-issued again by Sixthman, in response to claims that the album had become difficult to find in stores. Sister Hazel then promoted their album, which was released on October 10, 2006. The band also continued to tour and hold annual fan gathering events, and The Rock Slope. Absolutely is the band's highest charting album on the Billboard charts following Fortress and it received 4 out of a possible 5 stars from, a tie with Fortress's score.
On June 5, 2007, Sister Hazel released a 'hybrid' album entitled. It contains from the Absolutely recording sessions and some from previous albums. Sister Hazel also released a holiday album called Santa's Playlist on September 25, 2007.
On February 9, 2008, Sister Hazel performed a live concert at for the. Sister Hazel released a live acoustic album on June 17, 2008 entitled on Croakin' Poets/. The record features sixteen tracks, including the band's hits, fan favorites, and live concert staples, all in a stripped-down, acoustic format. The album was recorded on January 12 at Nickel & Dime Studios in Atlanta (other bands who have recorded there in the past include, ) in front of 100 lucky fans who were chosen at random from more than five thousand entries. At the July 18, 2008 concert at, drummer Mark Trojanowski took paternity leave for his newborn child. Former and current drummer played in his place. On July 9, 2009 announced a collaboration with Sister Hazel to promote the company's new Sync Technology, which is available on a number of Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles.
The band has been chosen to be the face of the company's 'Sync My Ride' website, www.syncmyride.com. The band released their seventh studio album of original songs (tenth album overall) on August 18, 2009. The album, entitled, contains 12 tracks and is on the Rock Ridge Music label.
On the day of release, Release was the number one album on iTunes. The band entered the studio less than six months after releasing Release and began work on their new album,.
The album was released on October 12, 2010, and featured 'Stay a While' as the first radio single. The band's ninth studio album, was announced in the later part of 2015. It is their first country album, and was released on February 19, 2016. The lead single from the album is 'We Got It All Tonight'. Two songs, 'We Got It All Tonight' and 'Karaoke Song', which features country artist, were made available for instant download for those who pre-ordered the album. Hazel Kirkland Williams, the band's namesake, died on July 16, 2016 at the age of 91 in Gainesville. Use in media The band has had music featured in several movies and soundtracks including, and.
Sister Hazel also appear on the tribute album, Legacy: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac's Rumours with their of '. In 1999, they recorded a cover of ' for the tribute album,. However, the track was not included when the album was released in 2006. The song 'Where Do You Go' was featured on (Season 6, Episode 4, 'My House').
Musical style Influences While some of the band members feel like their sounds are simply Sister Hazel, Ryan Newell has cited Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimmy Page, Van Halen, and Eric Clapton as his influences. The band has certainly been influenced by other Southern Rock and Folk music. Philanthropy Sister Hazel had a benefit concert to support the Sarah Jones Scholarship Fund. Band members. Ken Block – lead vocals, (1993–Present). Jett Beres – bass, (1993–Present). Andrew Copeland – rhythm guitar, vocals (1993–Present).
Ryan Newell – lead and guitar, (1993–Present). Mark Trojanowski – drums (1993–Present) Touring members. Dave LaGrande - keyboards, saxophone (2012–Present) Discography Studio albums Year Album details Chart positions 1994.
Released: 1994, 1997, 2005. Label: Croakin' Poets, Sixthman — 1997.
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Durchholz, David (March 26, 2003). Retrieved July 25, 2016. The very definition of a mainstream jangle-pop band, Sister Hazel belongs in the company of Counting Crows, Third Eye Blind, Edwin McCain, Hootie and the Blowfish and matchbox twenty.
Sitt, Pam (August 18, 2000). Retrieved July 25, 2016. Acoustic jangle-pop band Sister Hazel achieved commercial success with its 1997 hit, 'All For You.'
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Retrieved July 25, 2016. They've had hits with 'All for You' and 'Change Your Mind,' and their music blends Southern rock, classic rock and folk rock, but my favorite description of Sister Hazel called them a jangle pop band. 'Jangle' — that's a good word. Retrieved June 5, 2008.
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Release by Released August 18, 2009 Recorded 2008, 2009 Length 46: 13 Croakin' Poets/Rock Ridge chronology (2008) 2008 Release (2009) (2010) 2010 Professional ratings Review scores Source Rating The Tune (C) Release is 's seventh studio album. It was released on August 18, 2009 through Croakin' Poets/Rock Ridge. Unlike previous Sister Hazel albums, all of the band members contributed to the songwriting. According to Ryan Newell, the album got its name because they 'Took a different approach on this record and 'released' the past method.'