CHELSEE OAKS: A Life Less Ordinary

Chelsee Oaks

A Life Less Ordinary

© 2004 Acorn Management (783707934020)

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Country rock with awesome vocals..

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Chelsee started singing at the age of eleven, winning 1st prize in her school talent show in her 1st public performance.
The following year she was given the lead roll of "Annie" in the musical of the same name at the local theater. The show sold out all 13 standing room only performances.
At thirteen Chelsee formed a band and won a competition sponsored by a local country station. The prize was opening for Tracy Byrd, Chalee Tennison and South 65.
At fourteen she expanded her performance area to all of Northwest Michigan. She and the band were hired to open for Trick Pony, at Traverse City's National Cherry Festival in front of a crowd of 5-6 thousand.
At fifteen Chelsee recorded her first CD, a compilation of 8 covers by various artists. She again expanded her performance venues, this time statewide, performing at numerous festivals, fairs and special events.
At sixteen Chelsee and the band performed nineteen shows throughout the state including opening for Blake Shelton at the National Cherry Festival and Emerson Drive at the Soo Locks Festival
Along with her busy performance schedule and school, Chelsee made two trips to Nashville in 2003. In January, Chelsee and her band were invited to perform on Fox Televisions, "Mornings on Fox 17", hosted by Charlie Chase of "Crook & Chase" fame. They performed two songs, and Charlie and his co-host Kelly Sutton interviewed Chelsee.
She was back in Nashville in September to compete in the "Nashville Country Show" in which she was chosen in the final six of forty-four competitors. She also performed at the historic "Tootsies Orchid Lounge" in downtown Nashville, to a packed house.
While in Nashville, Chelsee was introduced to Gilles Godard, a writer, producer for Curb Records. Gilles has been working with Terri Clark in the studio lately, and was co-writer on her big hit "I wanna do it all". After meeting with Chelsee and seeing her perform at Tootsies, Gilles expressed an interest in working with her on her first CD of original music. The details were worked out and Chelsee, now seventeen, returned to Nashville and spent her spring break week 2004 recording.
The CD "A Life Less Ordinary" contains 9 original songs from some of the top publishing companies in Nashville, and 1 remake of a Melissa Etheridge song. It was recorded at Curb Music Studios and B. McMusic Studio with a great musical team.
The producer was Gilles Godard from Curb. Gilles has produced sessions for Terri Clark, Lila McCann, Roy Orbison, Crystal Gayle, and Buddy Jewell.
Craig White engineered the Curb segment. He has engineered for Tim McGraw LeAnn Rimes and Chris Cagle.
Bob McGilpin engineered the B. McMusic vocal segment. Bob has been working in the recording studio since the late 70's.
The musicians that recorded the project were, Jeff King as session leader and lead guitar, Jerry McPherson on guitar/slide guitar, B. James Lowry on rhythm guitar, Joe Chemay on bass guitar, Jason Webb on piano/keyboards, and Wayne Killius on drums. These musicians have recorded with Shania, Reba, Toby Keith, Kenny Chesney, Faith Hill, Brooks and Dunn, Terri Clark, and Rascall Flatts to name a few.
Chelsee moved to Nashville September 2005 and is making many contacts in Music City as she pursues her dream of a career as a musical entertainer.
Please visit chelseeoaks.com or Myspace.com/chelseeoaksband to find out the latest info!!

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  • Lots of love for you and your CD Chelsee. :)
    author: The Drawing & Designing Artist

    Ever since I heard you sing at the festivals in Michigan, I've been a fan. I love your CDs and miss when we would hang out after you sang, bestest cousin. :)Lots of love for you and your CDs, Chelsee. :)

  • VERY TALENTED VOICE
    author: RADIO ARA

    THIS GIRL CAN SURE SING,AND IF I HAD A CD FOR MY STAION HERE IN LUXEMBOURG EUROPE I,LL GIVE HER CD SPIN ON MY PROGRAM COUNTRY CLUB radioaracountryshow@yahoo.com dj willie

  • awesome
    author: dottie breece

    i want the first one and hopefully there is a new one in the future and will buy it soon i hope thank you dottie we miss you very much. christian still has your piture of you in his room.

  • Sean Patrick, Codie Prevost & Chelsee
    author: Wayne

    Every country music fan should have a copy of your CD. If they don't their missing out.

  • amazing
    author: Brittany.s

    You have such an amazing voice i love it!! I really liked watching you sing and perform at the Cherry Festival. Now i cant wait to see you on t.v.! You are awsome! I wish you the best of luck!

  • Simply amazing.
    author: Matt K

    First, let me say "WOW!" I love all of your songs (and this is coming from someone that hates country) . It's amazing to think of how far you have come. I remember making fun of you in 7th grade, and now you're basically a superstar, you should be making fun of me. Haha. But really, I was amazed with every song, you have tons of talent that God has blessed you with. Make sure you use all of it. I know that you're going to make it big. Good luck and God bless.

  • She is the most talented young woman I have ever met!
    author: Michael Stagg

    I've had the honor of meeting this young lady, and she is by far the most talented person I have ever met. I hope this CD makes it as far as she does! Good luck Chelsee!!

  • Loved everysong on this CD
    author: Judy & Jim #1 Fans

    We enjoyed every song on this CD. We could understand every word in each song, which is very important. There is a touch of LeAnn Rimes & LeeAnn Womack's voice in some of the songs, that is good. What a grown up voice from a young lady that is going to the top in Nashville. Good Luck and God Bless You.

  • Your so awesome!
    author: Kim

    Chelsee..I saw you in Lake City ( The Greatest Fourth in the North) and you were so awesome! Your a really good singer and your gonna make it really far!!!!

  • amazing job
    author: Kami

    Chelsee you have done suck a good job ive seen you in concert three times in Charlevoix mi and i have both of your cds please make another!

  • A life without Chelsee isn't a life worth living
    author: Paige

    The CD is more amazing than words can discribe!!! I listen to it over and over and never get tired of it...it is addicting! What can I say I'm just a little bit of a fan...

  • I'm a co-writer of Without Rain on Chelsee's album and really enjoyed
    author: R. Marshall

    Just wanted to say as a co-writer of one of the songs Chelsee recorded(" Without Rain") I thought she did a great job and enjoyed hearing her interpretation so much. Good luck and God bless! R. Marshall, Nashville

  • Your Sooooooooo Good Chelsee
    author: Brandon T. Nichols

    You Rule!!!!!!

  • I love Chelsees new album.
    author: Samantha Churchill (Honky Tonk Queen)

    Chelsee Oaks' cd "A Life Less Oridnary" is one of the best cds out today.It has the right amount of rock,pop and country songs mixed all together on one cd.Her version of Melisa Etheridges song "I'm the only one" is very beautiful and unique. She put the country twang of her voice to the song. The thing I like about her music is if you hear it on the radio you can definately tell it is her singing Just like Reba Mcentire and Dolly Parton. I'm looking fordward to a cd with all origional music on it written by chelsee herself. I recommend that people buy this cd. It is a very moving and heart felt cd. Chelsee is a great artists. You can tell just buy listing to her cd that she is having a fun time. Thanks Chelsee for recording music and making albums that people can enjoy. By DJ Honky Tonk Queen at klbc.org internet radio.

  • Amazing!!
    author: Sheena

    wow!! this CD is DEFINITELY on my favorites list!! the songs are extremely good!! awesome beats and lyrics!! and Chelsee's voice just makes all the songs even better!!

  • blown away!
    author: Faye

    I was blown away! I never knew that anyones voice could sound so pretty. The songs were very inspirational, and encouraging!

  • Johnny Rodes rates Chelsee Oaks MUST SEE in Country Rock.
    author: Johnny Rodes -- Nashville's New Sound

    Johnny Rodes, Nashville's New Sound rates Chelsee Oaks as a must see for anyone loving Country Music." I think Chelsee Oaks has everything it takes to make it in Country music. She is a breath of fresh air listening to her sing. 5 stars. Johnny Rodes can be reached at www.JohnnyRodes.com and is the founder of Back Rodes Music Outlaws www.BackRodesMusicOutlaws.com

  • awesome job sweetie
    author: gene

    i believe if you keep singing that good you will be another cm star keep it up hun

  • awesome
    author: joshua

    i listened to your tracks shortly after meeting you... and they are amazing.. your voice just pretty much captured me.... and it takes a lot to do that.... you are a sweetheart and keep it coming

  • beautiful
    author: Jack Fivecoate

    chelsee oaks is as talented as she is beautiful...shes goin places

  • Keep going baby, we are all so proud of you.
    author: Aunt Kelly

    The CD is great, and I am not bias. I would buy it even if I wasn't her Aunt. Keep going Chelsea it will all payoff in the end. I am so proud of you and everything you have accomplished... Love ya

  • Chelsee is awesome
    author: Myryah

    This is the best CD i have ever heard. Your a star Chelsee!

  • author: Uncle Doug

    You are going to the top with this one, I am so proud of you. All the songs are wonderful, Love ya

  • Got to get this CD!!!!Don't miss out!
    author: Donna Wright

    I loved the songs on this CD. Very inspirational and original. Beautiful voice. One of a kind. Can't wait to hear more from this young artist.

  • Awesome!
    author: Susy Dean-Covault

    Chelsee you are wonderful, I have to get this C.D. I knew you could do it! Best Wishes from Allyn, Justin, Jene' and Nicholas' mom. YOU GO GIRL!

  • Very Impressive
    author: Laurie

    This is great music and a very impressive young artist. I can't wait to hear more. I just bought a few copies of the CD for myself and my friends.

  • AWESOME
    author: Kim

    Ms. Chelsee Oaks, has a wonderful voice with great potential as the next country singer. We wish you the best of luck Chelsee. You truely are a RISING STAR.

  • Don't miss this cd!
    author: Jerrie

    Be a little less ordinary and buy this cd! Once you hear the title song, you will have a smile on your face, and you will be humming it all day.

  • Love ya Chels
    author: Shawn

    Hey Chels!!! You are my favorite cousin and I love ya alot.... I wish you the best of luck and you make us all proud... Buy the cd its the best out there!!!!!!

  • SHE IS THE BEST!!!!!
    author: Kelly

    SHE IS THE BEST!!! ONE DAY WE WILL SEE HER ON TV & ON TOUR WITH THE BEST OF THEM. THAT IS A GUARANTEE.

  • WOW!
    author: Tina

    What a voice...there isn't a song on this CD that isn't great to listen to! No skipping to the next song for me. Chelsee has a voice that is so soulful. Great CD!

  • We love Chelsee
    author: Carol

    There's no other female artist on country radio with Chelsee's sound. She's one of a kind!

  • CHELSEE IS AWESOME; DEFINITELY A RISING STAR
    author: Sherry

    I ALREADY OWN THIS ALBUM AS WELL AS HER FIRST ONE!! THIS IS AN AWESOME CD BY CHELSEE. ALMOST ALL NEW SONGS THAT ARE GREAT. THE PERFORMANCE IS DONE WITH WONDERFUL STYLE AND PROFESSIONALISM. CAN'T WAIT FOR THE NEXT ONE!!

  • author: Tamara Turner, CD Baby

    Exploding from the first downbeat, this top notch country pop record has limitless appeal to fans of the Dixie Chicks, Shania Twain, Faith Hill, Patty Loveless, and Wynonna Judd. With sweet but grounded vocals, Chelsee lassos up a polished and catchy mix of earthy country rock and the shiny production of pop. From gutsy and sassy to open-hearted and relaxed, she's captured a danceable rocking sound within all her songs.

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