Andrea Gillis - A rock-em, sock-em mix of R&B, soul and punky garage-rock that defies categorization Boston Globe tapped her as one of 10 local bands to watch in 2005. With 2 Boston Music Award Nominations (Best Local Female Vocalist & Best Local New Act); a Maxie Award for Best Female Vocalist, high profile shows opening for the likes of the Detroit Cobras and Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings; 4 separate month-long residencies; and a 2-week tour of Italy under her belt, Gillis has certainly been living up to the task. Before setting out on her own, Gillis had been the lead vocalist for the band Red Chord. Known for their raucously good-time live show and Gillis's powerhouse vocals they developed a devoted following. When Red Chord disbanded in early 2003, Gillis decided it was time to step out solo. In the spirit of Berry Gordy Jr. during Motown's heyday, Gillis began recruiting her pals to work with her on her debut CD. By just asking these friends to help out, she scored some of the most talented songwriters, producers and musicians in Boston. Gillis collected songs from Jed Parish (The Gravel Pit), Evan Shore (Muck & the Mires), Mike Feudale (Coffin Lids), Natalie Flanagan and co-wrote songs with Tony Goddess (Papas Fritas) and former Red Chord band mates Andrea Gaudette, Emily Grogan and J. Grimaldi (Schnockered). After hearing some of the songs, Ed Valauskas (The Gentlemen) signed on to produce the CD. Asa Brebner, John Powhida (The Rudds), Michelle Paulhus (The Dents) and Jeremy Curtis (Sticky) are among the 20 Boston musicians who play on the CD. Everyone who helped write songs for the CD also performed on the CD. Her live band consists of Bruce Caporal (Auto Interiors) on drums, Andrea Gaudette on keys, Ed Valauskas on bass and Tony Goddess on guitar. The resulting CD “Want Another?” is a rock-em, sock-em mix of R&B, soul and punky garage-rock that defies categorization and has been receiving critical acclaim. Known for a live show that packs a punch, Gillis has been knocking people out with the power of her voice. Gillis plans to hit the studio in early 2006 to record her second CD. Boston Rock Music

Sample Clips

01 One Eye Open
02 Come My Way

Sample Clips

01 Used Up
02 Gin & Tonic
03 Moonlight Eyes
04 Fainting
05 Too Late
06 Another Woman
07 Mr. Bartender
08 Sexy Singer
09 Jar (What Would You Say)
10 Ran Away

Want Another?
Want Another? is also for sale at Andrea Gillis shows, at itunes.com , CD Baby
and at Newbury Comics

		Sample Clips 01 One Eye Open 02 Come My Way

		Sample Clips 01 Used Up 02 Gin & Tonic 03 Moonlight Eyes 04 Fainting 05 Too Late 06 Another Woman 07 Mr. Bartender 08 Sexy Singer 09 Jar (What Would You Say) 10 Ran Away
Want Another? Want Another? is also for sale at Andrea Gillis shows, at itunes.com , CD Baby and at Newbury Comics