Enjoy this time with family and friends. Embrace the Christmas spirit of giving. Love those who have been placed in front of you. And let them love you. Remember a miracle came into the world to save us in the form of a baby. God did something revolutionary by sending Jesus. He fought our rebellion … [Read more...]
“Cowboy Up” Video Music Shoot
I'm extremely happy to be releasing yet another album! This time I've crossed over to my roots of Country and I'm really excited about it! Cowboy Up is a song geared towards encouraging men to be the spiritual leaders they were designed to be. You will see what looks like old-time footage. Those … [Read more...]
Deck the Halls with Holly Spears and Friends
Every year I like to bring in different musician friends from the Greater Cincinnati Area to join me at my Annual "Deck the Halls with Holly Spears and Friends" show. This year, Lauren Schloemer, from the band "Hickory Robot" is joining us as an opening act AND as my fiddle player. John Jacobs will … [Read more...]
CMA Awards
This year was my first year going to the CMA’s. I just joined the Country Music Association. It’s going to be a fun year of learning! It’s cool the amount of inspiration that can come from going to the Country Music Awards as a musician. 1.) There is Country artist…. And then there is Miranda … [Read more...]
I Can’t Wait To See All My Friends at Valley Vineyards 6pm on August 21st!
They have not only GREAT wine (check out their wine tasting), but they also have a really cozy atmosphere where you can enjoy some relaxation. Grab some dinner, wine and pick out songs from my song list to serenade you with :D >> More Information More Upcoming … [Read more...]
Catching up :D
Hey, music lovers! I've been so caught up in Facebook and twitter for the last few years that I forgot about my blog!! Sorry about that! To get you caught up... there are a few things that have happened since 2011.... I recorded a CD called "Heartache to Hope" in Nashville. Some of the guys … [Read more...]
Head Above Water
Head Above Water Holly Spears Dec 4/5 – finished at 12:26am 2011 On my own In a sea of blank letters Don’t you see I’m sinking faster I don’t know What to say to make it better What can I say to make this better Cause I can’t breath anymore I can’t see … [Read more...]
Holly’s Move Back to the Nati
Hey, friends! I just found myself moving back to the Nati on November 1st. I missed my community here; I've booked every Wednesday at Nicholson's Pub in Downtown Cincy; and have been handed a pretty amazing band that I can't wait to share with you! I look forward to going down to Nash for … [Read more...]
Linked Music Festival
The linked Music Festival on Oct 8th was a huge success. Holly got to sing a few duets with the band Blessid Union of Souls (led by her old musical mentor, Eliot Sloan). There was a great band line up all day long and the festival helped raise awareness and money for City Link (a non profit org in … [Read more...]
Wrapping up the Recording Process Sept. 30th
I am sooo happy to announce we finished up recording the week of Sept 19th. Charlie added some great sounds on Keyboards/organ/ and the like :D Then Mitch added his awesomeness on great atmospheric sounds and mixed all 12 tracks. He's sending everything off to the same Mastering Guruu that mastered … [Read more...]