Music History:
Skip Friel (pronounced freel) began playing guitar at an early age and by 17 years old had formed the band, 'Fresh Produce,' with brother Randy. In his twenties Skip regularly performed as a solo acoustic act or with his folk rock band, 'String Fever.' In his thirties he took a break from performing to focus on a career in engineering. Eventually entering into impromptu sessions with musician friends, the experiences inevitably led to public appearances which, in time, became more frequent. Since 2003 Friel and his band, 'The Resonators,' have been a mainstay of Hampton Roads live music.
Skip's award winning 2007 album, Twilight Red Sky, features finely-crafted originals that are uplifting, inspiring, and go straight to the heart. In December 2008 Skip teamed with brother Randy Friel to release the album, ‘Evergreen Christmas.’ Skip’s song ‘Evergreens’ was awarded 2008 Best International Folk Song by Toronto Exclusive Magazine.
Performing solo or with his band, Skip is at home in large, festival venues and on intimate, acoustic-friendly stages.
Music Awards:
WINNER: Best International Folk Song,
2008 Toronto Exclusive Magazine Awards
WINNER: Best International Folk Male Artist,
2007 Toronto Exclusive Magazine Awards
RUNNER UP: Best Acoustic Artist,
2008 Port Folio Magazine Music Awards
NOMINATED: Best Folk Song,
2008 Indie Singer-Songwriter Song Contest
NOMINATED: Song of the Year,
2009 Port Folio Magazine Music Awards
NOMINATED: Best Americana Artist,
2009 Meona Outdoor Music Awards
NOMINATED: Most Inspirational Artist,
2009 Port Folio Magazine Music Awards
NOMINATED: Best Americana Band,
2009 Meona Outdoor Music Awards
NOMINATED: Best Album,
2008 Port Folio Magazine Music Awards
NOMINATED: Best International Folk Album,
2007 Toronto Exclusive Magazine Awards
HONORABLE MENTION: Best Song,
2009 Unisong International Songwriting Contest
HONORABLE MENTION: Best Song,
2007 We Are Listening Singer/Songwriter Awards
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