InfoStyle: Blues, Country, Singer/Songwriter, Folk, Rock Resident: USA / Nashville TN Line UpJackie Bristow (Vocal, Guitar) Jackie BristowWith catchy hooklines and an unparalleled voice, she captivates the audience on stage from the very first minute. Born in New Zealand, raised in Australia, and now living in Nashville, she feels at home on stages around the world. Jackie Bristow is a recognized singer/songwriter from the genres of Folk, Country, and Blues. By her side is the magnificent guitarist Marc Punch from Nashville. As a producer and composer, he accompanies Bristow on her worldwide tours, dazzling the audience with his sensational guitar solos. Jackie combines beautiful melodies and hooklines with her unique, crystal-clear voice and an incredibly dynamic live show that mesmerizes the audience from the very beginning. It’s no wonder that Jackie Bristow has already had the honor of sharing the stage with many big names, including Herbert Grönemeyer, Marc Cohn, Art Garfunkel, John Oates, John Waite, Bettye Lavette, B.J. Thomas, Joe Ely, Marcia Ball, Charlie Robison, Rick Springfield, Bob Schneider, Jimmy Lafave, Euge Groove, Ruthie Foster, Howard Jones, and many others. For Jackie, it was a dream come true to play in the opening act for US megastar Bonnie Raitt on two of her tours in New Zealand. She has also opened concerts for Foreigner and the Steve Miller Band and has accompanied the guitar virtuoso Tommy Emmanuel on his tours on several occasions. Jackie Bristow’s songs have been featured multiple times in Australian and New Zealand films and TV hit series, including “Go Girls,” “The Secret Life of Us,” “Home and Away,” “Outrageous Fortune,” “Shortland Street,” and “Go Big.” Her song “This is Australia” won the nationwide competition by Tourism Australia and was prominently featured in their global promotional campaigns for three years. Songs from her albums “Crazy Love” and “Freedom” were included in the rotation at Starbucks in 7,000 locations across the USA. All in all, one thing is certain: Jackie Bristow consistently delights her listeners, whether it’s on her recordings or on the stage! |