CAROLYN WONDERLAND HAS THE GOODS.

A triple threat with her diverse songwriting, soulful vocals, and guitar goddess status — all featured on over twenty CDs, six of which are her releases — she has a pedigree in this business that's hard to match. A bit of a renegade, she likes to incorporate elements of Blues, Country, Swing, Zydeco, Surf, Gospel, Soul, and some nights, maybe even a Cumbia into the musical mix. Recent years have seen her stretching out musically working some expert whistling and scat singing into her shows. In addition to her trusty guitar, "Patty," Carolyn has been regularly playing her trumpet, and even occasionally the accordion, mandolin, or keys... [more]

 

MISS UNDERSTOOD AVAILABLE NOW [June '08]
You can order your copy of Carolyn Wonderland's new album, Miss Understood, right from this web site!

The long-awaited follow-up to Bloodless Revolution, Carolyn Wonderland's Miss Understood hits U.S. streets February 5, 2008. Produced by 9-time Grammy-winner, Ray Benson, and recorded in Austin, the album features 6 new songs from Carolyn, as well as choice selections from Bruce Robison, JJ Cale, Terri Hendrix & Rick Derringer. Guest musicians include Jamie Oldaker, Lloyd Maines, Ray Benson, and many other Austin greats.

So, click here to get your copy today. And for those of you who've been asking about getting a copy of Alcohol & Salvation (CD) or Bloodless Revolution (CD) - as well as a nice selection of shirts - you can now purchase those securely online, too!

AUSTIN CHRONICLE PROFILES CAROLYN WONDERLAND [May '08]
This week, catch Margaret Moser's Miss Understood, a profile on Carolyn and the state of her music, in the Austin Chronicle. It's one of the cover stories in the May 2 issue.

A TRIBUTE TO WILLIE NELSON [April '08]
On April 30, Willie Nelson turns 75. Though he'll be overseas on that date, Austin's KGSR-FM (107.1) is airing a live tribute concert with Willie's daughter Paula, Patty Griffin, Bob Schneider, Alejandro Escovedo, Ray Benson, Ruthie Foster, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Fastball, Jimmy LaFave, South Austin Jug Band, Charlie Sexton, your very own Carolyn Wonderland, Joe Ely, Kelly Willis and many more of Willie's friends, beginning at 8 p.m.

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SXSW WRAP-UP [March '08]
The L.A. Times Music Blog has a glowing review of Carolyn's SXSW showcase, here, concluding "Carolyn Wonderland is the real deal. She's an amazing guitar player. She whistled a solo. She even played the trumpet! And damn, can she sing."

Michael May has a piece in Weekend America called "Carolyn Wonderland: A True Texas Guitar Hero(ine) Gets Her SXSW Due". It features a nice little interview and downloadable podcast. Check it out.

SXSW SHOWCASE AND MORE [March '08]
It's going to be a busy week, so catch your breath! Fortunately for all our visitors, the rain is moving out of Austin. And warmer temperatures return for the hundreds of bands coming to town for SXSW. This is a great week to catch Carolyn, all over town.

The big Saturday night official SXSW showcase!!! @ Antone's - Ian McLagan 8 p.m.: Del Castillo 9 p.m.: Guy Forsyth 10 p.m.: Patrice Pike 11 p.m.: Carolyn Wonderland 12 a.m.: Cindy Cashdollar & Sue Foley; 213 W. 5th St, Austin, Tex., 512/ 263-4146.

Also this week: on 3/12, catch Carolyn at a SXSW special FREE show (no badges needed) with Asleep at the Wheel, Carolyn Wonderland & scenes from the play "A Ride with Bob" - from 2-5 p.m., all ages @ Austin's Home of the Blues, Antone's - 2-5 p.m., 213 W. 5th St, Austin, 512/ 263-4146. on 3/14 see Carolyn at Austin Visitor Center, 209 E. 6th Street. Carolyn plays noon-1 p.m. for the CD release of "Austin Music Vol. 7". And later that evening, you fan see Carolyn & Patrice Pike at ArtOutside08 with Vagina Monologues, Enchanted Forest - 6:30 p.m. - 1412 W. Oltorf, Austin, Tex. - 512/ 743-9031.

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