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Haven James is:Jen Powelson vocals, rhythm guitarAlfred Korn - vocals, guitarDave Marshell - bass, vocals Becky Dalke - drums, vocalsArizona has historically been known to produce several innovative artists that regularly set the bar for other acts to follow. There is no exception when it comes to Scottsdale-based quartet, Haven James. With powerful, wide-open vocals over an acoustic purity and a dynamic rhythm section, Haven James has been winning over audiences since 2006. The omnipresent vocals possess intelligent harmonies and a meaningful message while maintaining a pure balance of delicate guitar solos and distinct rhythm patterns. Audiences, new and old, will discover that their songs are intimate glimpses of love, vulnerability and what happens after happily ever after.Early 2007 marked the release of Haven James first CD, Rustys Waltz a collection of perennial fan favorites such as Promise to Try and Six Conversations complemented by newer recordings like Turn the Light. The album was produced by award-winning record producer Otto DAgnolo whose work includes projects with artists ranging from Waylon Jennings to DMX. The album title itself is an informal homage to DAgnolo whose college nickname was Rusty.Also in 2007, Haven James was only 1 of 20 artists worldwide selected to play the exclusive Sedona Jam Festival in Sedona, Arizona. Later that year, they were one of the featured artists for the 2007 Phoenix Film Festival and were one of a handful of local artists picked to be on Alice Coopers annual Christmas compilation, A Taste Of Christmas Pudding.Early 2008 brought a Phoenix Music Award nomination (best female singer/songwriter) and summer of 2008 marked the release of Haven James first single, Steady Lies, which won a 2008 Phoenix Music Award (Single of the Year). The song is also included on their newest album, Things We Thought We Knew, which was released in the fall of 2008. The album was recorded at SoundVision Recording by Michael Beck and is evidence of Haven James continued commitment to intelligent songwriting and dramatic melodies.2009 brought main stage performances of the Valley's two biggest festivals, Chicks With Picks _ Tempe Beach Park, and McDowell Mountain Music Festival, as well a continued committment to the local community and local shows. Haven James has opened for national artists like Sophie B. Hawkins, Michelle Branch, Sarah Buxton and has shared the stage with the Flaming Lips and Matisyahu. Also, Haven James was one of 12 unsigned artists in the nation to be featured as an up and coming artists on bags of "Hippie Chips", a new rock n' roll inspired brand of healthy snacking.Haven James is currently writing new material and gigging all over the Valley.
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