Laurie and I have talked many times about what makes a great song. We believe that great songs are windows into the emotional heart of our human condition: love and laughter, pain and loss, and everything in between. If the…
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On becoming a "Roads Scholar": Scenic vistas and hidden travel gems in Washington State
On becoming a "Roads Scholar": Scenic vistas and hidden travel gems in Washington State, from the Olympic Peninsula to Lake Chelan, provide inspiration and songwriting ideas for touring musicians. Go Northwest!Laurie Raveis, Collings Guitar (Julian Lage OM1), Washington Pass…
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How Do Musicians, Actors, Singers And Performers Benefit From The Alexander Technique?
Laurie and I recently had the privilege of taking a week long intensive program in the Alexander Technique offered by the Boston Conservatory at Berklee College of Music. We were part of a small group (6 total), who ranged from…
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There and back again - thoughts from the road, a traveling musician’s UK tour 2019
There and back again - thoughts from the road. UK Tour 2019
Journeys are conceived in hope and anticipation, nurtured and shaped by unexpected obstacles and unforeseen pleasures, and given depth and meaning by the experiences and people you encounter…
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Hollywood Music in Media Awards nominates Raveis Kole's wedding song
On November 20, 2019 the 2019 Hollywood Music in Media Award winners will be announced at the historic Avalon Theater in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California.The HMMA main event will feature live music performances, celebrity presenters, tributes to music industry icons…
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Why Do I Use A Sadowsky Archtop Guitar as part of an Americana Acoustic Duo?
Roger Sadowsky started work as an acoustic guitar maker in 1972 and, over time, has evolved to become a pre-eminent boutique luthier supplying instruments to many world class guitarists and bass players. Roger Sadowsky has built bass guitars and bass…
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Americana Radio Albums Chart (AMA) Electric Blue Dandelion Nashville Sessions
Americana Radio Albums Chart (AMA) with over 100 stations spinning Electric Blue Dandelion Nashville Sessions!
Raveis Kole's latest release: "Electric Blue Dandelion - Nashville Sessions" is in its 12th week on the Americana Radio Albums Chart. The Chart is fronted…
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Daily Country News Interview (Essential 8 questions) with Americana Duo Raveis Kole
Essential 8: Raveis Kole
With Electric Blue Dandelion -Nashville Sessions, Washington-based duo Raveis Kole present their debut album in a more acoustic manner reflecting a global view and a spirited search for meaning. Lead singer and chief songwriter Laurie Raveis…
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Thanksgiving (Feel Like Home) Nominated Best Song Americanca/Folk/Acoustic Hollywood Music in Media Awards (HMMAs)
Raveis Kole receive their second nomination for best song in Americana/Folk/Acoustic in the 2018 Hollywood Music and Media award for their song, "Thanksgiving (Feel Like Home) [Nashville Sessions].

Guitar Girl Magazine Features Laurie Raveis of the Americana duo Raveis Kole on music that will “touch your head and touch your heart”
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Laurie Raveis of the Americana duo Raveis Kole on music that will “touch your head and touch your heart”
By Tara Low
September 30, 2018
When Laurie Raveis met…
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New Video, "Into Me You See (Here & Now)" by Raveis Kole & Radio Play
Stations spinning Raveis Kole' - " Electric Blue Dandelion Nashville Sessions":
Northeast
WMNR (FM) Monroe, CT
WGRS (FM) Monroe, CT
WGSK (FM) Monroe, CT
WRXC (FM) Monroe, CT
WHUS (FM) Storrs, CT
WMBR…
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Independent Radio Stations Worldwide Spin Electric Blue Dandelion Nashville Sessions to propel Raveis Kole into Radio Indie Top 10 Charts!
Independent Radio Stations Worldwide Spin New Project to propel Raveis Kole into Radio Indie Top 10 Charts! Thank you for the spins and thanks to the fans for requesting our music online with tweets and on-air.
Thank you to…
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"Aloha" Official Music Video Releases - Get the back story from Laurie Raveis and Dennis Kole of this true Bellingham Darkumentory
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Laurie Raveis, "Aloha is a true story based in our hometown of Bellingham, WA where three motels; Aloha, Macs and The Villa Inn, were pervasive in the local news for illicit activities, drug…
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Electric Blue Dandelion Nashville Sessions Debuts on Six Billboard Charts Americana Folk Sales, Independent Albums and Heatseekers Albums at #11!
Raveis Kole's "Electric Blue Dandelion Nashville Sessions" Debuts on Six Billboard Charts; Heatseekers Albums at #11 plus the Americana Folk Album Sales Chart, Independent Albums, Heatseekers Pacific, Heatseekers Moutain, Heatseekers East North Central.

Raveis Kole to Release “Electric Blue Dandelion – Nashville Sessions” August 24; Project Features New Song and Remixes
Laurie Raveis, Dennis Kole
Bellingham, Wash. (July 1, 2018) ---- One of the most innovative and exciting artists on the music scene, Raveis Kole (pronounced Ray-viss Kole), will release their second album, “Electric Blue Dandelion – Nashville Sessions,” on…

Raveis Kole celebrates Grammy Week in NYC with other Indie Artists
Indie Collaborative Event before the Grammy's - over a 100 artists from around the world celebrated throughout the week in NYC! Awesome! Dennis and Laurie are standing on the the far right! #indiemusic #grammynyc #goindies

Meeting with congressman today to advocate for music creators!
Read moreThis week I am joining the Recording Academy & thousands of creators to meet with representative Rick Larsen's office here in Bellingham WA, member of Congress to support music creators as a District Advocate for the Recording Academy. 6 ways…
Laurie Raveis Kole participates in The Recording Academy's District Advocate Day
Looking forward to meeting with Congressman Rick Larsen and Laura Gelwicks tomorrow and joining Recording Academy / GRAMMYs to protect music creator's rights. #districtadvocate #supportmusic. Here are 6 ways to support music creators. As songwriters, we are currently not paid…
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A songwriting win for Raveis Kole lyrics for "Holding onto a Rainbow"
Our track, "Holding onto a Rainbow", a Raveis Kole co-write, off of our album, "Electric Blue Dandelion" won semi-finalist in the world-wide song of the year contest!

Laurie is a voting member of The GRAMMYs!
The GRAMMY nominations are just out and we are looking forward to possibly attending the GRAMMYs in Los Angeles in February as a new voting member of NARAS!