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Sarah "BESS" Beckmann

California, United States

Model, Actor, Musician

www.BessMusic.com

I'm a throw back to the 70's with a 2013 twist. I'm a fusion of Adele, Florence and The Machine,& Fiona Apple . I have a very unigue tone which makes my voice very recognizable in a market where everyone sounds the same. My lyrics tell a story of life, connecting me with my audience on a personal level. I have a 4+ octave voice, I play piano and guitar, write all my own music and lyrics. I have played shows and showcases in LA and ATL and soon in NYC. Started writing when I was 13 and recorded my first tracks at 15 currently in the studio recording my new music with Grammy Winning Producers. I have been fortunate to have been bi-coastal, raised both in ATL and LA which has given me life experiences and a variety of musical genres to inspire me. I have some very rough new song concepts posted...just thoughts at the moment, feel free to comment.

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"BESS"(Sarah-Elizabeth Beckmann) Live a
Recorded on February 9, 2011 using a Flip Video camcorder Live show at House of Blues on Sunset Str
"Bess"(Sarah-Elizabeth Beckmann) Live at
Genghis Cohen in Los Angles
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BESS (Sarah Elizabeth) Live show at The Whiskey in LA
BESS "Killin Me" House of Blues, Los Ang
Up and coming recording artist Bess brings down the house with her last song, with audience particip

Physical Details

Height:177 cm / 5ft 10in Hair colour:Brown
Weight:54 kg / 118 lbs Hair length:Medium
Ethnicity:White / Caucasian Hair type:Wavy
Eye colour:Green Dress Size:0 - 2

Experience

2013

  • LA Examiner "Top Twenty To Watch in 2013" : Named on the list of 20 to watch in 2013, California, USA
  • Berklee College of Music : Started my online classes, California, USA

2012

  • NARAS : Became a member of The Recording Academy, California, USA
  • Kings of A&R "Top 8 Emerging Artists 2012 : Names as one of the top 8 emerging artists, California, USA
  • Songwriter Universe Best Song : Won for Best New Song 10/2012, California, USA
  • The Real Thing EP : Singles off new EP, California, USA

2009

  • BESS EP, LA, USA

2007

  • Various shows and showcase's in ATL/, LA, USA

Modeling

Modeling experience:Beginner, starting out

Acting

Acting experience:Previous unpaid speaking roles

Languages spoken

English

Accents spoken

USA California

Music

All We Have Is Time
A song I was asked to write specifically for submission for Twilight "Breaking Dawn pt. 2"
Guitar ability:IntermediateComposer ability:Intermediate
Vocal ability:Lead singerLike to join a band:Yes
Vocal range:Soprano

Singing styles

PopRock

Favourite genres

PopRockIndie
Influences:The Beatles,  Florence And The Machine,  Bob Dylan,  Adele,  Doors,  Janice Joplin,  Pretty Lights
Bess
Sarah "BESS" is the Composer
United States
Hometown: ATL/LA, CA
Genres: Alternative / Blues Rock/Rock / Folk Rock
Members: Bess(Sarah Elizabeth Beckmann) Vocals/Guitar/Keys

"I have been singing since I was in my mothers womb, I picked up my first guitar at age 12 and instantly knew what I wanted out of life. From that moment on I began my musical journey singing and writing my own material. I recorded my first few songs while attending junior high, then later recorded my first EP at age 15. I have since been playing shows and showcases from the West Coast to the East Coast, sharing my music, building my fan base and experiencing life as a spontaneous young woman. I express myself through music, derived from the experiences in which have inspired me. I have worked very hard over the past few years to develop myself both musically and spiritually. I absolutely cannot wait to share this piece of me with you." -Bess

With a music style that is reminiscent of a bygone era, Bess a 19 year old up and coming singer/songwriter is captivating both her audience as well as legendary names in the music industry with her unique tone and edgy, feminine bohemian style. With haunting vocals like a storybook siren, she sings with raw emotion and passion as her relatable and sometimes risque lyrics take you on a musical journey into her soul. She continues to develop a strong fan base with her innate ability to connect and mesmerize her audience on a personal level through music. Thinking outside the box, she combines soul, blues, and alternative rock with a twist of modern pop to define her eclectic sound.

2012--2013 Accomplishments
Member of The Recording Academy
Top 100 finalist out of 13,000 entries for Guitar Center Songwriting Contest 2.
Debuted and featured on iHeartRadio on the AC Top 20 Chart at # 3 for signed artists (still charting in the top 10)
Nominated for "Best New Single" Los Angeles Music Critic Awards
Songwriter Universe "Best Song Winner" October 2012
Kings of A&R pick for "Top 8 Emerging Artists" and also a featured artist September 2012
Reverbnation Featured Artist and currently # 1 for singer songwriter for ATL/LA
LA Examiner named Bess on the list of "Twenty To Watch" in 2012 & 2013.
Penseye View Featured Artist 2012
Balcony TV Los Angeles featured session
Endorsements with Gibson, Sennheiser and T-C Helicon as well as placements on MTV,Oxygen Networks and a National Campaign for childhood fitness.

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