As a classical composition evokes emotion and controls its audiences, so does Liz Berlin command the stage. Recognized as an illustrious voice within Island Def Jam's multi-platinum selling group, Rusted Root, Liz's creativity has grown to be a viable force in any project she applies herself to.
Over their twelve-year history, Liz and Rusted Root have toured the Country with Santana, the Allman Brothers, Joan Osbourne, Sting, Dave Matthews Band, Sheryl Crow, Page and Plant, Jewel, and The Grateful Dead among many others.
They have appeared on numerous national television shows such as David Letterman, Conan O'Brien and VH-1's Hard Rock Live, and their music has been featured in many films and TV shows such as Ice Age, Twister, and various MTV programs.
Through this long and eclectic history, she has been involved in and witnessed the development, production and implementation of many tours, recording projects, and marketing campaigns. Rusted Root has amassed a mailing list of about forty five thousand people nationally and internationally. Their large and loyal following has proven to be a significant draw regardless of radio play, press or record sales. And their performances have come to be known as somewhat of a celebration.
As a solo artist, Liz Berlin's performances are highly anticipated She has performed many shows in the last 10 years, including the H.O.R.D.E. Festival in 1996, the 1997 Lilith Fair, and The Great Blue Heron Festival 2000 in Jamestown, NY. Liz embraces her creativity through personal interaction, intimate songwriting, and her emotionally charged voice. Raised on classical voice training as a child, she has sung with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and the Pittsburgh Opera. This was the beginning of the long and twisted path through the worlds of folk, pop, ethnic, rock, and Rusted Root, through which she has created her own unique artistic style.
At her shows, Liz delivers a truly hypnotic live performance. Her collection of original songs --sometimes tranquil, sometimes funky, sometimes raging-- are written on a very personal level, and her life experiences unfold like chapters in a book. She explores her imagination thoroughly, projecting the fine lines and shadowy corners of her heart and mind with a sensitive intelligence. Audiences become utterly enchanted by her many voices, spiraling at times from tender and chillingly true, into an elegant wailing decree.
Liz Berlin has put her experience and success to good use in her other ventures. Mr. Small's Funhouse Recording Studio, which has just completed a comprehensive redevelopment of a late 19th century church compound, and Mr. Small's Theatre, located in the de-sanctified Roman Catholic sanctuary (capacity of 550 people with live audio and recording capabilities). Also within the compound are a pair of two-bedroom, low-income apartments that are specifically geared towards artists, seven art studio spaces, residential facilities for visiting recording clients, an art gallery, and a private, enclosed rectory garden. And more recently, Mr. Small's SkatePark, with an expansive street course and a 40 x 16 foot Vert. Ramp (from the 2001 X-games).
Shortly after Rusted Root finished recording "Welcome to My Party", Liz buckled down and concentrated on producing her upcoming solo album, to be released in 2003. And she is currently offering a series of Workshops, Semimars, Lessons and Private consultation, based on her interests and her many years of experience performing, recording, and navigating through the Music Industry.
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