CAROLINE JONES

Caroline Jones is a NYC-based singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist & producer. Trained classically by Andy Anselmo, Founder of New York’s “The Singer’s Forum,” Caroline’s musical background consists of training in the Bel Canto operatic technique as well as study of the American songbook, cabaret & Broadway styles. Under the management of Tommy Mottola, Caroline began recording her original songs at in New York City & Nashville as a student at The Professional Children’s School. Based in New York City, Caroline performs at venues such as Julliard, Madison Square Garden, Rose Hall at Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, the Triad Theater, Webster Hall, the Highline Ballroom, the National Underground, Metropolitan Room, , The Bitter End, the Living Room & Feinstein’s at the Loews Regency. Recent showcases include the Millennium Music Conference, the Singer/Songwriter of Cape May Festival, Seaside Music Festival, Wanderlust & the New Jersey Folk Festival. She has shared bills with artists including Dave Matthews, Paul Simon, the Wailers, Ani DiFranco, Ziggy Marley, Grace Potter & the Nocturnals, & Patti Smith. Caroline released her self-penned & producedFallen Floweralbum trilogy in 2011 & 2012:Fallen Flower, Nice to Know You,&Clean Dirt.Fallen Flower’s first single, “Closest Thing to You”, charted #28 in FMQB’s Top 40 AC Chart. Sirius XM’s The Pulse debuted the title track of Caroline’s sophomore album,Nice to Know You,in Spring 2012 & Sirius XM’s The Pulse & The Blend continue to feature “Nice to Know You” in deep rotation. Caroline’s newest album,The Heart is Smart,recorded in Nashville withan all-star band featuring Mac McAnally, features pop single “Prove You Right” & country single “Radar.” Caroline’s “All Aboard” Tour features her as the “Artist in Residence” at dozens of boarding schools, high schools & universities. In addition to performing for the students, Caroline leads songwriting & vocal performance masterclasses, engaging & inspiring students at schools such as Hotchkiss, Taft, Berkshire, Choate, Riverdale, Phillips Andover, Phillips Exeter, Episcopal, University of Memphis, Rhodes College, Memphis’ Orpheum Theater Program & University of Virginia. Visit www.carolinejones.com for full discography, live performance & lyric archives, & Caroline’s blog & tour diary. Independent Radio: Women of Substance Radio, Radio Crystal Blue, the Real Radio Show, iRadio LA, Spotify, The Earle Farrell Show, & At a Glance Radio. Recent Press: Features in VENU, Skope Magazine’s “Artists to Watch”,Junior’s Cave “Artist Spotlight”,VENTS magazine, Guitar Shop TV, G3 Magazine’s “Next”, Black Tie, New York Cool. Contests & Awards: Top 5 in RadioBuzzD’s Best Band in the USA Contest, Independent Music Award for “Best Music Website” (2011) “All Aboard” Tour “Caroline, was a sweet, genuine artist who really seemed to care about her audience. Our students welcomed her with open arms as she sang to a packed house.” -- Chris Capano, Director of Student Activities, Phillips Andover Academy "Caroline was amazing! Her performance captivated our 4th, 5th and 6th graders and had them standing on their feet cheering for more!" – Adam Rhodie, Principal, Greenwich Country Day School “Caroline was STUPENDOUS. The Greenwich Academy girls were mesmerized by her performance and message!” – Greenwich Academy "Caroline Jones entertained and inspired our school community with two different performances. She is an incredibly talented and versatile musician whose songs are soulful, passionate and thoughtful. Regardless of the instruments or style of music, her songs were each masterpieces that delighted our students and teachers. They were enthralled not just with her amazing music, but they loved connecting with such a warm, witty and wise woman who was so gracious and engaging. We will long remember her concerts and happy time with Caroline, and I think that one day we will brag about the opportunity we had with one of the big stars of the music industry." – Lee Burns, Headmaster, Presbyterian Day School, Memphis, TN "People were humming Caroline Jones songs in the hallways for a full week after the concert. It was so catchy!" – Story, Taft Student Class of ’12 "It was such a pleasure having Caroline Jones perform at our school. We regularly encourage our students to take risks and engage in activities they are passionate about. Caroline's passion for writing and performing music was immediately evident. She connected with our students on a personal level, performed beautifully, and modeled the independence, work ethic, and courage needed to pursue one's dreams. She is a wonderful role model for young people, and we look forward to having her visit with us again soon.” -Bill Barrett, Head of Upper Campus, Rippowam Cisqua School