Armed with a dynamic voice and percussive guitar style, Maria DuBiel is a performer you're sure to remember. Her original songs combine a mix of pop, folk, and sometimes a hint of country. Known for catchy melodic phrases and direct lyrics, Maria has found herself performing along side some great musicians such as John Gorka, Catie Curtis, and Grammy award winner Leon Russell. No matter whether she performs before a sold out crowd or a small intimate gathering, audiences appreciate Maria's "direct connect" approach.....always energetic, engaging, and entertaining!
Currently Maria is touring in support of her brand new CD release "Goin' Back", which is winning rave reviews from fans and critics alike. This work brings the essence of her live performances to the forefront and captures an incredible sonic picture that the listener can enjoy again and again.
Recent highlights:
*Mike Pinder's (Moody Blues founder) Songwars Competition: Semi-Finalist for "One Love"
*Mike Pinder's Songwars: Honorable Mention for "Only You".
*Finalist in World Cafe Live Beta Hi-Fi Emerging Artist Showcase ( Philadelphia, PA)
*Seaside Music Festival 2009*Showcase performance at Dewey Beach Music Conference 2008.
*Showcase performance at Millennium Music Conference MMC12 2008.
*Showcase performance at Singer Songwriter Cape May Festival 2008.
*Featured Performer at Dewey Beach Chickfest 2008.
*Spotlight performance at Godfrey Daniels, Bethlehem, PA
RADIO AIRPLAY:
Cool Vibes Acoustic Diner Show ( Philadelphia, PA )
Indie104 iRadio LA ( Los Angeles, CA )
Women of Substance Radio Show (Alta Loma, CA )
WVIA FM NPR ( PA )
Radio Crystal Blue ( NYC )
Maria's latest release "Goin' Back" is available at the following:
www.cdbaby.com
www.itunes.com
www.rhapsody.com
www.amazon.com
Goin' Back CD - released November 2008
GoGirls Musicfest Compilation CD - released October 2008
South Side Sunday Nights (Compilation CD issued by Godfrey Daniels venue - featuring John Gorka)
Genres:
Acoustic, Alternative Country, Cover Bands, Folk, Singer-Songwriter (female)
Setup Requirements:
House Main speakers, one or two stage monitors depending on the size of stage area, DI for guitar, phantom power for condenser microphone headset. One boom stand, basic mixing console/amp with 4 Low Z inputs, and reverb effects. Basic stage lighting.
*NOTE: Can provide self-contained PA system upon request for small to medium size venues if artist is in driving distance of venue.