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Sunday, January 11, 2009

Chelsea Williams

Thanks everyone for asking about Adam. He's feeling a little better, day by day. To break away from what I would refer to as our currently "hermit crab lifestyle" this past week, we went to Universal CityWalk last night. Great food, fun stores to browse, and great local talent.

We were walking out of a candy store called It'Sugar, when I heard the most amazing voice, like that of a sweet angel. I stopped in my tracks and quickly turned around to find a pretty girl playing a guitar and singing. There was a crowd drawn around her. Modestly dressed, she wore a vintage coat, jeans with a hole in one knee and a pair of old cowboy boots. She was singing Hank Williams, and her voice was pitch-on.

We must have stood there through at least 10 songs, when Adam said to me "you'd better buy one of her cd's already". As I approached her, I noticed she had a sign "$5 a cd". It was no surprise she was selling them like hotcakes. And even after I bought a cd, I still wanted to stick around and listen some more. Adam didn't fight me one bit.

If you enjoy discovering new and fresh talent, please visit Chelsea Williams' website. And if you want to hear her play, you can listen here, here and here. Turns out, Chelsea currently makes her living by playing on the street for tips and selling her cd's. I'm a strong believer in supporting artists that put themselves out there, and I would drive out there again just to watch her perform. This girl has the talent and the charisma to do anything she sets her heart on, and that's just the inspiration this little hermit crab family needed.

oxox
Jennifer

23 of you had this to say:

  1. She sounds amazing. I'd love to visit her website.

    You're pretty amazing too, Jen. I have nominated you for a blog award. Please come and visit my blog to find out more.

    Kate

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  2. Jen,

    She was amazing and so cute. Thank you for turning us on to her great music. Just lovely.

    xo Cath

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  3. Thanks for the links. She is truly amazing!
    Michelle

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  4. She has a wonderful voice, thank you for sharing and I am so glad Adam is feeling better. Happy New Year and good luck with the new home.

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  5. No sound on my work computer :0(

    Okay - so I probably posted the best and funniest post I have ever done on my blog...my riding lesson photographed! ..and don't laugh so loud that I might hear you!

    Have a great week!

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  6. I'm so happy that Adam is better! And will have to listen to Chelsea.

    Now Dear, I know it's not nice to keep switching on you, this way. ,-) And, the 'Tessa' blog is fine for "this and that" things.

    But I'm really in love with Pink and Soft and Old Fashioned and etc. So... 'Aunt Amelia's Attic' feels more cozy and at home. :-)

    I know, you're probably completely confused by now. Naughty me!!! :-) But I wanted to explain, how come 'Aunt Amelia' has shown up on your blog doorstep. :-)

    Aunt Amelia
    "Twilight drops her curtain down, and pins it with a star."
    ~~Lucy Maud Montgomery

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  7. Just beautiful!! WOW! I dont blame you for buying her CD!

    I am so glad to hear Adam is feeling better. We had the flu the week before Christmas, all 7 of us. Not fun!!

    Hugs,
    Amy

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  8. Thanks for sharing Jennifer, I loved her voice and you know how I love up and comming artists. I'm sure my son Tracy knows of her.
    miss ya, Cheryl

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  9. You know, I think I have heard of her before. She looks really familiar to me. What a gorgeous voice - kind of reminds me a little of Jewel with a country twist. I'd love a CD of hers.

    xo
    Becky

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  10. how nice of you to spread the word about her talent. you rock!

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  11. Thank for letting us know about her Jen!!
    Hope you are having a good week so far.
    Rosemary

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  12. She is wonderful and writes too! Thanks for sharing!

    Jennifer that is such a bummer about your coat and camera. : (

    Hope the hub is feeling better. That nasty bug sure is going around!

    I'll hafta peek at the Scottish decor. I'm sure I will admire it too.
    Happy New Year!

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  13. Hi Jennifer, Happy New Year my friend and a personal "thank you" for the birthday wishes!! Now I'm going to check out Chelsea..thanks for the tip! Miss ya ...
    ~*Debra

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  14. Hi Jennifer,
    I am with you on supporting new talent every chance I get. We have many local artists here that are so amazing at the Farmer's Markets in the Spring through Fall it really amazes me. I'm off to take a listen and most likely will purchase a CD on your recommendation alone ;)

    Hope you're enjoying this wonderful weather we're having here in CA. Thanks for sharing!
    xo~Tracie

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  15. ...drats, I can't order online. If you "happen" to pick up an extra, you know I'm good for it, Jennifer! Thanks for sharing (again).
    xo~Tracie

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  16. Merci, Jennifer!
    I'm off to grab my iPod.
    xoxo~Tracie

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  17. It's so nice of you to share your talent find!

    Stop on over to my blog to enter a V-Day giveaway!

    Jenni B

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  18. Jen~Pretty girl with the pretty voice yes? thanks for sharing~also LOVED the cottage of the month done with scottish antiques & theme! It truly is a cozy country home & I could get very comfy in there!I always refer to my Italian heritage I guess because I look so Italian but, my favorite grandfather was born & raised in scotland & I am really embracing that side of my family tree now! :) chris

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  19. Great new talent. I also love Becky's friend Wave"s home. It is spectacular. Thank you for sharing it with us. It was a wonderful change. I always look forward to the cottage of the month. No matter what the style you can always pick up little decorating ideas to use in your own home. Keep up the great work. I appreciate it!
    Jean in Virginia

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  20. Hi Jennifer,
    It sounds like this young lady made quite an impression on you. SHe must be pretty darn good. I will go and listen to her through your links. You are others whom deserve it.
    Hope your fella is well soon. Have a wonderful week.
    hugs,
    Tammy

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  21. I have to check it out! I loved stumbling across neat people like that!

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  22. thanks for the link to Chelsea...wowowowow!!! She's filling my head with goodness now.

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