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Aug 27th Spotlight – Angelina DelCarmen
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Tonight’s Spotlight Artist: Angelina DelCarmen
Angelina DelCarmen is lead singer of the New York City based rock band Charetta. Originally from Kansas City, Missouri, she has spent the past few years in New York City pursuing opportunities as an actress, model & vocalist. She discovered members of Charetta in 2007, while looking for a guitarist to collaborate with. After hearing Pablo LaFrossia’s guitar riffs from a myspace classified ad, she felt an immediate musical connection. Together they began writing together and began to create songs such as “Too Far in” and “Runs in the Blood.” Her vocal style quickly developed an in your face edge, mixed with soft, tender moments. Writing music has enabled her to express messages to herself and enemies as well – often finding ways to understand both a little more.
Angelina has had 10 years of vocal training in opera and musical theatre. She holds a BFA degree in performance theatre from Southwest Missouri State University. Her rock vocals are self-taught. Some of her influences include singers such as Alanis Morrisette, Lisa Loeb, Etta James and Alicia Keys. Some of her other musical influences are Tool, Muse, Chevelle and Deftones.
CHARETTA is a female-fronted alternative rock band from New York City. Formed in 2007, their powerful live shows and unique musical style have made them a fan favorite in the New York music scene. Their overall sound can be described as groove and bottom-heavy, blending passion and aggression with hook-driven melodies. They have been compared to bands such as Chevelle, Deftones, Evanescence, Dark New Day & Sevendust, yet their style is extremely original and distinct.
CHARETTA is currently performing regionally in support of their debut album “Defying The Inevitable”, released in July 2009. The album was produced by Brett Hestla – best known for his work with Dark New Day (vocals), Creed (bass) & Framing Hanley (producer). It is currently available for sale on the band’s website charetta.com, as well as from other music retailers such as CD Baby, Amazon and iTunes. The band has tentative plans to return to the recording studio in early 2011.
CHARETTA has performed as a showcase artist at the Florida Music Festival in Orlando, FL and also as an opening act for touring bands such as Saliva, Soil & Smile Empty Soul. They regularly perform at major venues in the New York area such as Gramercy Theater, Highline Ballroom & The Crazy Donkey. Their music video “Runs in the Blood” will be featured in an upcoming independent film release “5th of a Degree” as well as an upcoming episode of The Mun2 Look on Mun2.
With songs like “On The Line” and “So Convincing”, CHARETTA’s music appeals to rock fans and non-rock fans alike.
