Carrie Ashton's passion for music has been long standing. She began performing at local and regional talent competitions at the age of thirteen and has never looked back. She has been performing professionally for over twelve years, perfecting a stage show that is unpretentious and captivating. She is currently performing in top showcase rooms in New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts,and has appeared as a featured guest on several college campuses throughout New England. She has shared the stage with Natalie Merchant, the Go-Go's, REO Speedwagon, Antigone Rising, and Van Zant.
Carrie is well versed to perform solo with just her acoustic guitar or lead a full accompaniment of musicians. She has an innate ability to read the crowd and move them with her unique style and charisma; her energy on stage is hard to ignore!
In 2003, Carrie teamed up with Grammy winning producer/engineer Peter Moshay, and producer/engineer Matthew Russo to record "Modern Day Gypsy". With her wide-ranging vocals and the raw emotions of her lyrics, her dedication to self-improvement was more than apparent on this CD.
In 2007, Carrie collaborated with award winning musician/producer Kevin Hupp, President of Kevco Music Group, LLC and the owner of the Groove Room Recording Studio in Brewster, NY to write and produce by far her best work to date. From the opening title track, " Truth Is" to the soaring ballad "I Wish It Would Rain", Carrie's music takes the listener on an incredible musical journey. The power rock influences in the infectious, hard rocking "Can't Stop" leaves them breathless and wanting more. This record has something for everyone, proving Carrie to be a formidable competitor in the national music arena.
She sites her musical influences as Joan Jett, Suzi Quattro, and Melissa Etheridge to name a few. "Music for me is like breathing, and I feel that with this record I'm able to convey the emotion I feel when I sing. Working with such amazing artists has really broadened my musical horizons, and I feel like "truth is" definitely shows that."
She has appeared as a featured guest on radio stations in MA, CT, and NY and has recently moved from "regular" status on the "Home Grown" local rock show to "regular" status on the WRKI I-95 top-rated Morning Drive show. Her charismatic performances have quickly made her a household name with WRKI listeners.
REVIEWS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------International Acoustic Music Awards
Carrie Ashton showcases great artistry in
Always There, a very Top 40 type song, soaring
in the chorus, sounding like a refined Melissa
Etheridge. The song seems to be born for her to sing.
RATING: **** (4 out of 5 Stars)Promo Only
Tracy Chisley, Music Contsultant
Upon listening to "Modern Day Gypsy", I have to say
that I was quite impressed with her sound (lyrics/voice,
music & melody). I honestly think that she can make
it in the industry because I can see/feel her
mainstream appeal.TAXI Gives Carrie Ashton's "Always There" Two Thumbs Up!
TAXI
"The story scenario in "Always There" is totally relatable
and thats always a good thing. To me your voice
reminds me of a cross between Melissa Etheridge
and Martina McBride. The grittiness of Melissa and
the fully supported runs of Martina. However you slice
it, its intended to be a compliment!The Songwriters Network Applauds Carrie Ashton
Bert Gagnon, Producer
I found Carries performance to be honest, unpretentious, and filled with energy. She had accomplished what most performers wish they could do entertain! Excellent performance! Carries lyrical style is definitely first class, and her vocals are as powerful as any mainstream artist. It would appear that she is a formidable competitor in the national music arena.
The Ridgefield Playhouse Opens Their Doors For Carrie Ashton
Cynthia DuJack, Executive Director
I have seen waves of raw talent during my tenure as a
director and Carrie is one of the best. She is not only a
truly gifted singer but she has an innate ability to read
the crowd and move them with her unique style and
charisma.
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