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Affectionately known by all who love him as Griz (and currently performing under that pseudonym), Chris Grunwald is a Philadelphia born artist who has been delivering the goods for more than a decade. Constantly adding to his creative resume, he continues to explore different musical avenues both as a solo performer and with several Philly based bands. Griz' rustic exterior is embedded with thoughtful honesty and raw affection. His repertoire is a unique collection of songs crafted with an untamed scrutiny of the human experience that leaves an audience energized and ready to dance. This rocking vibe sets Griz apart from his mates in the local folk scene.When Griz is playing with his full band, it is the fleshed out manifestation of his songwriting. Accompanied by a rotating cast of accomplished musicans, it brings to life the rock and roll sounds that Griz hears in his head (along with the voices). They enjoy a fun loving fan base that can often be heard singing along to songs from Plant Life, as well as newer tunes from The Secret in the Garden.The Griz team:Chris Grunwald - songwriter, guitar, vocalsSteve Ciannavei - Bass and VocalsJim Kittleman- DrumsDean Gorfti - DrumsKevin Killen - Guitar, Keys, BassBrad Hinton -guitar, lap steelMatt Helm - guitarWaldo Grunwald - keysMike Caroto - guitar and vocalsRyan Tennis - vocalsAndy Keenan - pedal steelFred Berman - drumsSusan Rosetti - vocalsArtistic collaborations and credits:Griz - songwriter, guitar, lead vocals (2009 to present)Philadelphia Songwriters Project and Turtle Studios Producers Choice Award (2011)Philadelphia Songwriters Project Contest Winner (2011)Philly Folk Parade - member (2010 to present)Ryan Tennis and the Clubhouse Band - bass, vocals (2010 - present)Hezekiah Jones - vocals, guitar, drums, bass, keyboard (2006 to present)The Spinning Leaves - bass, vocals (2008-2009)Hezekiah Leaves / Spinning Jones - lead guitar (2010 - present)Cowmuddy - guitar, vocals (2007-present)Philly Sings Philly - contributor (2010)Hunter's Cannon - drums, vocals (2007 to present)Soul Shakedown Party Reggae Tribute (2008-present)StillWillis - songwriter, guitar, bass, vocals (2003-2007)Chris is currently living the dream in Paoli, Pennsylvania with his wife, 3 kids, 2 cats and 1 turtle.

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Kind Words about Griz:(sources linked when available)"Griz aka Chris Grunwald has been a Philly folk fixture for over a decade, member of StillWillis, leader of Griz' Soul Shakedown, longtime host of the Cuddy's open mic, and one of the most-covered songwriters of last fall's five-week Philly Sings Philly epic. The man writes great tunes, and he's the winner of the 2011 Producer's Choice Award." Jay Levin (Turtle Studios)"Chris's music seems to effortlessly cross genres while still maintaining his unique, playful and unassumingly powerful voice...and his instrumental abilities make him a veritable one man band. I was thrilled at the opportunity to work with him in my studio." Andrew Lipke (The Record Lounge, Philadelphia)"Without Griz the Philadelphia music scene would be a dark and scary place." Raphael Cutrufello (Hezekiah Jones)"Griz is everything a musician should be. An amazing writer, vocalist, instrumentalist, and performer with a gigantic repertoire. And he works his ass off. I'm very excited to work on the "producer's choice award" recording with him." Phil D'Agostino"One of the things that makes Griz such a great musician to play with (on my music) is that he has the chops of a full-time instrumentalist, but the ear of a seasoned songwriter, which is a rare combination." Ryan Tennis"Griz's lyrics have a socially conscious streak and a philosophical bent. Down with violence. Up with love." Pat Rapa, Philadelphia City Paper"His melodic folk-tinged tunes are warm, introspective works of self-discovery that gives a feeling of hope to its listeners. " H.M. Kauffman, the deliExaminer.com Artist Spotlight: Griz"The Secret in the Garden by Griz is heavy on excellent musicianship and a soulful Philly pedigree that is a delight..."heroes of indie music6/22/2011 Griz "The Slow Response" is the XPN Philly Local pick of the day.Ryan Tennis covers "My Side of the Hill" at Turtle Studios for the Philly Sings Philly album and is the Under Cover track of the day on Helen Leicht's midday show (WXPN Philadelphia). At the Philly Sings Philly residency (The Fire, November 2010) 9 artists cover Griz songs - second only to the venerable Hezekiah Jones.Dow Jones ("another Jones from the audience") joins the stage at the Hezekiah Jones and Andrew Lipke Free at Noon 3/18/2011PopWreckoning - A nice review of Miles and Maggie Fest 2009"Chris Griz Grunwald will ease your ears as you sip discount drinks" Punch Media BlogChris plays the Ben Arnold Residency _ The Grape RoomRyan Tennis and the Clubhouse Band performs on the NBC 10! Show (10/18/10)Hezekiah Jones and the Folkshevik Revolution - the history of the band in book form"great voice, intelligent songwriting from all sorts of styles" PhillyMusic.comIndie Pop Heaven (Hezekiah Jones Come to our Pool Party Review)"The CD of his songs is in my car, and I listen to it all the time. Griz has a deft hand for melody and chord structure, his voice and lyrics have a rough, disarming honesty, and his groove is undeniable." Ryan Tennis

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For over a decade, native Philadelphian Griz has been sowing the seeds of his musical talents. The fruits of these labors are now revealed with the release of his new album, The Secret in the Garden. Recorded and produced at The Record Lounge with Andrew Lipke, Griz says "the thirteen song anthology has something for everyone. The styles range from gentle folk to reggae to genuine rock and roll, representing the various influences I have drawn from over the years." Griz rustic exterior is embedded with thoughtful honesty and raw affection; his repertoire is a unique collection of songs crafted with an untamed scrutiny of the human experience. "One of the challenges we faced was maintaining cohesiveness while mixing so many different styles on one project. I feel we pulled it off by allowing the lyrical content to tie it together. The songs present recurring themes dealing with the struggles of relationships, growing gardens, and politics." says Griz. Although the subject matter can be dark and brooding, the music remains lighthearted, accessible and fresh, leaving listeners with a sense of hope and camaraderie. The title track muses about the problems of the world, yet still evokes images of dancing fairies and growth.If the company Griz keeps as a professional artist werent indication enough of his reputation as a beloved member of the "new folk" community, the guest performances on this album certainly speak volumes about his prowess as a songwriter. Andrew Keenan and Fred Berman of Amos Lee, Susan Rosetti of Slo-Mo/ Stargazer Lily and Dean Gorfti of Hezekiah Jones all lend their talents and make appearances on the recordings.Chris Grunwald - lead and backing vocals, acoustic and electric guitars, piano, mandolin, bass, percussion; Andrew Keenan - pedal steel (1,6,8); Steven (Lu) Ciannavei - bass (1,6,8,9,13); Stu Bullen - bass (7); Dean Gorfti - drums (1,2,3,5,6,7,8,9,11); Fred Berman - drums (4,10); Andrew Lipke - chuck guitar, backing vocals (9); Susan Rosetti - vocals (8)© 2011 Chris Grunwald (BMI). All songs written by Chris Grunwald except "The Song No One Wants to Hear" by Daniel R. Migliore (BMI). All songs recorded and produced at the Record Lounge (Phila, PA) by Andrew Lipke and Chris Grunwald. Mastered by Paul Hammond and Paul Sinclair at Fat City Studios (Blue Bell, PA).Cover Photo © Keith Sharp Photography; disc image by Amy Bird; inside photo by N.J. Grunwald; all other artwork by Joy Grunwald.

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"Don't be scared. Play some reggae."Griz's Soul Shakedown Party is a collection of Philadelphia's favorite musicians honoring the music of Bob Marley and other great Reggae artists. Musicians who have played in this island super group include Rick Reinhart and James Faber of Golden Phi, Mike Caroto and Dean Gorfti formerly of StillWillis, Adam Flicker formerly of The Brakes, Steve Ciannevei of The Griz Band, and drummers Freddie Berman and Ras Michael who both have played in innumerable Philly projects.An evening with The Soul Shakedown Party features accurate energetic renditions of much of Bob Marley's catalog of inspiring tunes as well as other reggae favorites such as Toots and The Maytals, Sublime, The Police, Peter Tosh and The Specials. Expect some surprising reggae versions of popular tunes from other genres of music along with some of Chris's original songs as well. The Soul Shakedown Party is guaranteed to get the audience dancing at neighborhood bars, big clubs, outdoor events and private parties.

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For nearly a decade, GrizMusic has offered quality music education across the Philadelphia Main Line and surrounding areas. Chris offers guitar, bass, piano, drum or full band lessons in the comfort of your own home. Our in-home instruction offers families and individuals unparalleled flexibility and convenience, not offered by typical music schools.All ages and skill levels are welcome, as well as homeschool groups, co-op groups and whole family lessons. Personalized lessons are specifically structured to meet the individual learning needs of each student and allows students to explore the music they enjoy and appreciate. We strongly believe that the primary goal of a teacher is to help facilate a lifelong love of music.Learn musical skills, music theory, songwriting and composition techniques, playing by ear, reading music or just build up your song repertoire. Private In-Home Rates:30 minutes $35.0045 minutes $50.0060 minutes $60.00Please contact Chris for group or family rates.

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NEW!! LIVE BAND KARAOKE is now available for booking. Top-notch uber skilled musicians play the favorites while you sing along. Its crazy fun and always exciting.Grizmusic offers solo performances, duos, trios or full bands for any event. Styles of music include popular covers, classic rock, original, folk, reggae and punk. Chris Grunwald is widely regarded as an accomplished expert with his voice and guitar work, who has amassed a diverse catalog of over 500 cover tunes. A typical performance displays a talented musician with a keen sense for song selection that leaves listeners engaged, entertained and satisified. When a full band is needed for an event, Chris has access to the top musicians in the Philadelphia area to create the custom sound to meet your needs.Special shows of The Beatles, Bob Marley, The Grateful Dead, Bob Dylan, The Doors and Paul Simon are available, as well as other themed playlists.Contact Chris for more information on how to make your next event a unique experience. Reasonable rates for weddings, private parties, community gatherings, fundraisers, bar and club performances.

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Beyond the Sea (Bobby Darin)

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Friday Happy Hour with GrizKick off the weekend every Friday with Griz 5:30 pm to 8:30 pmJ.D. McGillicuddy's Brookline Blvd.Havertown, PASunday Night Griz JamsMusicians are welcome to come play with Griz every Sunday night 10 pm to 1amJ.D. McGillicuddy's County Line RoadArdmore, PALIVE BAND KARAOKE - the 4th Wednesday of each month at Fergie's Pub, Philadelphia. Griz and his friends offer up their skills as the backing band for the crowd to sing. If you have a specific song you want to perform, please bring a lyrics sheet. Crazy fun and always exciting!

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