I Got Dermals!

Posted on March 9, 2011 by Hana-Li

Hey everybody!

It’s been a while but I’m back and will be writing again more regularly, cause honestly, I’ve missed you!

I had a great show last Sat at Gasoline Alley (love playing there) and there was an awesome energy in the room. Thanks to everyone who came out for that! :)

I’ve been working on making lists on Facebook so that I’m only sending show invites to people in the right parts of the world instead of just sending them to everyone.

I recently recorded a verse and some harmonies and ad libs on a song with my friends’ band, TRONIC, so keep an ear out for that! I’ll post it when it’s done and let you know!

Also, I’ve been recording some covers that will be up on YouTube soon and they’

My new dermal piercings!

re pretty snazzy, if I do say so myself. ;)

And lastly for this post, I got three dermal piercings on my chest! Here’s a picture so you can see them!

Thanks for reading.

Hana-li

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Caribbean Blue

Posted on November 28, 2010 by Hana-Li

I’m here in the Caribbean singing on a gorgeous cruise ship and I must say, I’m quite enjoying it!

The blue of the water is absolutely stunning! You forget when you leave just how amazing it is but coming back, it hits you all over again making you almost glad that you forgot. Humidity here is different, not oppressive but soothing. It spreads a calm over everything making even a busy day seem relaxed and lovely. The green in the plants is vibrant and energizing. The fruit makes you feel healthy just by looking at it.

As I’m typing this, the engines start to rumble in the belly of the ship. We’re about to sail from Aruba to Columbia, a long sail, so I’m told. Sailing here is always nice. Nothing but blue ocean all around on every side. Makes you feel isolated yet powerful amid the vastness, like you own the world. Hoping to get my sea legs more on this trip. The last one was a bit wobbly.

Out from the harbor we go…

Thanks for reading.

Hana-li

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Hana-li Gets a New Band!

Posted on November 28, 2010 by Hana-Li

Hey everybody!

So, yes, I have new musicians that totally ROCK! I have the same bassist (because he’s awesome), Forrest Conner, and the same lead guitarist, James Makan (also awesome) and I got a new drummer, Dylan Chee-A-Tow, new keyboardist, Jens Sweeting, and a new, temp rhythm guitarist, Alana Hallquist. They picked up the songs quickly and are all a pleasure to work with! We played our first show last Sat with great feedback so I’m super happy!

Now I’m singing on a cruise ship in the Caribbean for three weeks and then back home to do more shows! I’ll keep you all posted on the latest and greatest, upcoming shows, etc.!

Thanks for reading.

Hana-li

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Late Night Creativity

Posted on October 28, 2010 by Hana-Li

I’ve noticed that creativity tends to be strongest in the artists I know in the late hours of the night. Why is that? Maybe it has to do with the solitude and quiet. Maybe it’s that you’ve had the day of inspiration. Maybe it’s that you’re in the dark and feel like you’re suspended in space and have the universe at your fingertips. Whatever it is, it’s real, I feel it, they feel it and for some reason I love it this way. Thoughts for the night. By the way, it’s currently 2:43 am…

Thanks for reading.

Hana-li

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Optimism

Posted on October 27, 2010 by Hana-Li

I like to look at the glass as half full. Why? Why not?! If you live your life looking at all the possibilities, you leave yourself open for adventure and solutions rather than depression and problems. And that simply sounds better to me!

Life is filled with hardships but it’s also filled with love, beauty, friendship, color, music, laughter, good movies, road trips, snow, sunshine, orange juice and puppies! I mean really, is that so bad?

Whenever something hard comes your way, give it good cry and then pull yourself up, look to the future and do something about it. No matter how tough it gets, something can always be done about it, even if you have to start small. Rome wasn’t built in a day but dreams can come true if you take all the baby steps, gain momentum and then fly!

I’m here for you always!

Thanks for reading.

Hana-li

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Justin Nozuka

Posted on October 24, 2010 by Hana-Li

Hey everyone,

Just thought I’d let you know about an artist that I’ve recently discovered, Justin Nozuka.

To me, he gets it. His lyrics are beautiful and not what you’d expect, which I love, and his voice is incredible. I saw him live at the House of Blues in Anaheim, CA a little while ago and he nailed every song, both in performance and communication. That, to me, is the most important thing, to really feel what the artist is saying like they truly care about it. His band is superb and every detail was in place. He blends acoustic with soul seamlessly and delivers unusual melodies while still being catchy and sing along friendly.

Just thought you’d like to know!

Thanks for reading.

Hana-li

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Tonight, Tonight…

Posted on October 16, 2010 by Hana-Li

Tonight’s acoustic show was so much fun! We did two sets for different groups of people and it was really cool to be able to feel out the songs differently, twice in the same night. It was a very intimate setting at Pangea Cafe in downtown Clearwater (thanks for having us) and the whole experience was wonderful. I love the staff there and everyone who came out was great and really participated in the show! Thanks guys! :D

Now I’m watching some “Lost” (mid season 6 so don’t tell me what happens!) and then off to sleep to prepare for tomorrow. I’m putting everything together for my Street Team so contact me if you’re interested in joining! There are a LOT of perks! ;)

Thanks for reading.

Hana-li

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FREE Show at Pangea Cafe!!

Posted on October 13, 2010 by Hana-Li

Hi everybody!

So we’re having a FREE acoustic show at Pangea Cafe this Friday from 8:00pm-11:00pm! (34 N Ft Harrison Ave in downtown Clearwater)

We’re doing two sets, one at 8:30 and one at 10:00 so if you can’t make it for the whole night, come for one set!

The songs sound really cool acoustically so you definitely want to be there! It’s going to be a great night!

And it’s FREE so bring lots of friends!

See you at the show!

:)

Thanks for reading.

Hana-li

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FREE Acoustic Show!!!!

Posted on September 16, 2010 by Hana-Li

Hey there!
So I’ve been quite busy with a zillion good things! First I went to NY for my grandma’s 100th birthday! We threw her a swing dance party where she danced all night, she’s amazing! Then we drove up to NH for some time in the gorgeous woods and organic food straight from the farm. Next it was back to NY to drop off the car and out to San Diego for a few meetings. Away to LA to see friends and back to San Diego to catch a flight home. PHEW!

Once I was home, it was straight into rehearsal for the upcoming acoustic show. I’m so excited about this show because the songs have such a different vibe that I’m totally loving!

The show is Thurs, Sept 23 from 6-7pm at Hot Topic at the International Plaza in Tampa, FL. It’s for all ages and best of all…it’s FREE!!!! I hope you can all make it! I’m getting t-shirts made that are looking pretty awesome and they’ll be available at the show.

I hope to see you all there for a fun night of music!

Thanks for reading.

Hana-li

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Posted on August 30, 2010 by Hana-Li

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