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Radical Classical Live at J&R, October 16th

Radical Classical

Radical Classical is a classical guitarist/vocalist who resides in the border towns of San Diego, CA and Rosarito, Mexico. Keeping the foundation of traditional classical techniques, Radical Classical contains heavy bass lines, speedy leads, and multi-dimensional melodies accompanied by strong vocals and lyrics. With the release of three albums entitled “Mosaic Jungle,” “String Theory,” and the newest self-titled “Radical Classical,” this young lady has performed and headlined at locations ranging from conservatories and arts theaters, to conventional mainstream outlets and underground metal festivals both nationally and internationally.

The music of Radical Classical has been featured in television shows, independent films, magazines, radio stations, and quickly became the most requested artist on PBS/OETA. She has also received awards and nominations from the Nashville Songwriters Association International for Best Song in the state of Oklahoma in 2002, The Association of Finger-Style Guitarists made her the youngest guitarist to receive the award for a Lifetime Honoree Member/ Performer, the LA Music Awards for Best International Artist in 2008, an Honorary Meastra Title (the most respectable title for a classical performer) was given to her by the Conservatory of Puebla, Mexico after her performance, and she has been placed on the Official Ballot for the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (the Grammy Awards) under the categories of “Best Pop Vocal Performance” (2007 & 2008), “Best Pop Instrumental Album of the Year”(2007 & 2008),”Best New Artist” (2007), “Best Pop Instrumental Performance” (2008), and “Best Album of the Year” (2008).