Monday, January 23rd, 2012

Look for us in The Advocates Lakewood Edition
Eric and I do a Q & A and share all sorts of secrets!

http://lakewood.advocatemag.com/2011/12/qa-camille-cortinas-eric-neal/

Sunday, January 1st, 2012

Happy New Year Loves!

This time of year always makes me a sentimental sap (more than i already am). It's nice to reflect upon the year, all the connections, lessons,chance encounters, and experiences that sweeten your life if you let it. For me and my music this year was filled with fulfilling dreams. And I know it wasn't luck, but everything that happened was because I followed my heart, and pushed myself out there... a little more than comfortable at times....
I played in Nashville to a world wide audience on Music City Roots thanks to the beautiful friendship and support from Phillip Nelson. This was the year my commercial work crossed to the Latino market, "Save Your Breath" was translated and recorded in Spanish. All thanks to a wonderful Spanish instructor who happens to be my most favorite customer at Starbucks.. Speaking of coffee... I sent a simple letter to the head of Hear Music to share with them the fruits of my labor and gift them my new album. We were then granted 3 songs to be in rotation in STARBUCKS locations nationwide. I've had the experience to share the stage with numerous musicians whom I love and admire. Simply Magic. My dream of revisiting Europe came true in September. It had been 10 years since i'd seen French Camille! Not only that but Eric and were invited on a tour with Lorenzo Bertocchini and wonderful friends in Varese Italy. These were friends we had known through mutual friends but never officially met till we arrived at the airport. Strangers who were no strangers at all... people who fed us, opened there homes to us, and connected through music with even if the language translation was lacking. I love LOVE LOVE human connections. I do feel we are all a part of this one song, this can be a beautiful thing when we are able to be harmonious and are loving to one another. I live for these experiences. 2012 bring me more!!

love you all, thanks for being in my lives, and supporting this journey.
xo,
camille

Thursday, July 21th, 2011

Please join us this Sunday July 24th at 1pm, Eric Neal and I will be playing during a special 75 min. class at Padma Yoga Dallas. We are so excited to merge music and yoga with the Padma family ♥ Afterwards, there will be a 2 hour long "Play & Practice". The studio will be open to it's members and friends to practice/fine tune their favorite poses and try out some AcroYoga/Partner Yoga and TreeYoga Swing's under their sup

Wednesday, July 6th, 2011

Summer Lovin (a few of my favorite things)

Texas Music Magazine
overjoyed beyond belief to have a review in Texas Music Magazine!

Padma Yoga
Thanks to my darling friend Tiffany, I found a precious Yoga Studio here in Dallas. Padma Yoga Dallas has made me look forward to Sundays and helps clear my mind of all the clutter before the week begins. Emotionally and physically i find myself feeling stronger. Find them on Facebook and check out a class. Sonya Pepping my instructor has made a fast imprint in my life. I look forward to the journey with you my lady.

http://www.thepadmayoga.com

Yims Pickles
a name that originated by two sisters making up words, has become a fast summer hit! Yims pickles are canned and made by yours truly! They are delish. Email me if you're interested in picking up a jar:)

Saturday, May 28th, 2011

We are soooo grateful to everyone who attended our CD release at the beautiful 1727! You all helped make it a magical evening.

Let's do it again! On Satuday June 4th at 8:30pm we will have an unplugged CD release party at Opening Bell Coffee! Unlike the official full band release, Eric and I will prepare for you a special acoustic reinvention of the April release "Taken Apart" from start to finish with special surprises! Prepare your ears.

Opening Bell Coffee is our favortie coffee bar to play in Dallas, if you have never been here before, now's the chance!

-all ages, unless you want to leave the kids or animals at home... there's coffee and wine (everyone wines and wins).

-$6 suggested donation, thanks so much!

-we will have new albums, t-shirts, pickles, ceramics all for sale too!!

-wear something comfy:)

Hope to see you there!!!!
xoxo-Camille

Wednesday, March 30th, 2011

*** FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ***
March 30, 2011

Nashville, TEXAS – March 28, 2011 – Camille Cortinas will be featured as an emerging artist during the April 20, 2011 episode of Music City Roots.

“Camille was discovered after being the voice behind the popular Texas Lottery «Lucky Day» campaign,” said Music City Roots, Executive Producer, Todd Mayo. “Her voice connected with the radio listeners of Texas and we are excited to bring her music to a worldwide audience on Music City Roots.”

“Roots is the perfect outlet for my music,” said Camille Cortinas. “Sharing the stage with Jim Lauderdale and knowing that legends like the Doobie Brothers, Ricky Scaggs, Brandy Carlisle have all appeared on this stage, makes this a dream come true.”

Show Details:
Date: April 20, 2011
Venue: Loveless Café Barn
Address: 8400 Highway 100, Nashville, TN 37221
Performance time: 7:00 pm

About Camille Cortinas debut solo album «Taken Apart»
Produced By: Eric Neal
Recorded at Sunquist Studios
Mixed and Mastered by Mark Hallman at The Congress House Studio

Camille’s musical style uses storytelling and personal experiences to create a human connection that appeals to audiences of young and old, and her captivating voice smiles through the speakers. While her music remains upbeat, her songwriting finds its way through melancholy and melds into a hopeful and optimistic future. It’s learning to let go of the heartbreaks and find the happiness that life can bring.

For the most update tour/press information please go to www.camillecortinas.com and look for her first solo album on cdbaby and itunes.

About Music City Roots
Music City Roots has been hailed as “truly extraordinary” and “the greatest live radio in America” by journalists who have visited and artists who’ve played the Roots stage. The Nashville Scene recently named the Loveless Barn and the show as Nashville’s Best New Roots Music Venue, “akin to what the Opry must have been like 60 years ago.” The program has also established itself as a trusted curator for excellence in Americana music, with appearances by Emmylou Harris, Sam Bush, Mike Farris, Ricky Skaggs, Mountain Heart, Cherryholmes, Dex Romweber, Roger McGuinn and many more. Roots has become a trusted brand partner that has done everything in its power to extol its valued sponsors, including Nissan, Whole Foods Markets, Vietti Chili, Ascend Federal Credit Union and The Nature Conservancy.

Saturday, March 4th, 2011

Ladies and Gentleman,

I'm very pleased to announce the my first solo album release this month! "Taken Apart" has been a work in progress for a few years. It's an 11 song album produced by Eric Neal, and recorded at Sunquist Studios.

You can buy a copy or digital download on cdbaby , and itunes . Cd's will also be sold at concerts and out of the trunk of my car. :)

Spring 2011, several songs from "Taken Apart" will be recorded in Spanish, and released digitally! Crossover here i come!

Album Thanks to: Tom Bridwell at Tomcast Studios, Stephanie Hall, Sadie and Jefferson, KERA, Leonard Cohen, baristas, road trips, the guy that planted the trees in our front yard, snow on the first day of spring, to bad decisions, anxiety, pessimism, and a glass of cabernet to purge them.

Produced By: Eric Neal; Co-Produced By: Aaron Thomas; Recorded at Sunquist Studios; Mixed and Mastered by Mark Hallman at The Congress House Studio; Album Artwork by Naomi Duckworth; Photos by Megan Cortinas

Saturday, November 27th, 2010

Happy 2010!
Greetings darlings!
This year has left a sweet taste in my mouth.... Eric and I are now husband and wife, we are spitting out new tunes, our album is near completion, creativity is in the air, our home is being filled with puppet friends, Linda Garner and I found we are meant to be connected at the hip, Aaron started up a bistro with his family... I'm making pickles, and have dreams to play in Nashville, France and Italy next year! Aim high right?

All in all it's been a year to remember. I'm still performing live at venues that emphasize the "listening room" but it's few and far between. if you have a place in mind for us to play.. email me at contact@camillecortinas.com. In the meantime, Eric and I are catching duo shows here and there, Linda. Camille & the Little Black Dress plan to jump on the scene soon too! More on that later. :)

So grateful and delighted to be connected to you wonderful people!

Happy Holidays!
love love,
Camille

Monday July 28th, 2010

Joyeux Anniversaire!
Buon Compleanno!
Feliz Cumpleaños!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=69pPNxx5bnc

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BRIAN!
hope you enjoy your day!
xo,
camille

September 23, 2009

An Open Letter to Stephen Colbert:

Dearest Stephen Colbert,

My name is Camille Cortinas and I am the singer of the "Hot Pockets" jingle, currently a sponsor of the Colbert Report. Every time the commercial airs on the Colbert Report, sales of Hot Pockets go up. I believe this shows the great demand for Hot Pockets by members of the Colbert Nation. I further believe that the invisible hand of the free market dictates I come on your show to help further supply their demand.......

.......I've got that theory correct, right?

I eagerly await your response.

Love,
Camille :)

August 23, 2009

Greetings to all,

I'm happy to say that my voice is in roation for the new TXU commercials! If you missed hearing it live you can check it out here:

In other news, make sure to grab yourself a copy of Quick's DFW for the week of 8/24 as I'll be featured on the front page with a write up inside.

School has started and I'm praying for fall. Soon enough....

xoxo,
camille

April 21, 2009

I'm so flattered and bright red at the wonderful responses regarding the Texas Lottery campaign I was part of. Thanks for all the emails and those who helped leak the news to others curious about the voice behind the commercial. If you're interested in hearing the song, click here:

Thanks also to Philip Nelson for the interview!

Juniper Music+Soundesign did an exceptional job creating infectious, enjoyable and memorable songs for the Texas Lottery Campaign.
So glad to be a part.

xo.
camille