Souvenirs is an American

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band that is currently active, since 1993. The band was signed to

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and had two albums on that label, as well as two under indie labels in Austin, Texas. Souvenirs is named after the film '' '', directed by

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, and the song "Souvenirs" by gypsy jazz guitarist

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The band appeared on ''

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'' in April 1998.Boz Scaggs followed by 8½ Souvenirs
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Personnel

The band lineup evolved over the years. During different periods, the personnel included: * Olivier Giraud (guitar, vocals) The founder and key member of the Souvenirs. Now a member of the band Continental Graffiti. * Tony Balbineau (vocals, rhythm guitar) * Todd Wulfmeyer (bass) * Kathy Kiser (vocals) * Glover Gill (piano) * Adam Berlin (drums) * Juliana Sheffield (vocals) * Kevin Smith (bass) * Justin Sherburn (piano) * Rob Kidd (drums) * Chrysta Bell (vocals)

Discography

* ''Happy Feet'' (

, 1995) * ''Souvonica'' (Continental Club, 1997) * ''Twisted Desire'' (RCA, 1999) * ''Live Memories'' (Giraudo, 2000)

References

External links

Chrysta Bell websiteTodd Wulfmeyer's myspace
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