Deanna Varagona @ NXNE 2000

Hometown: Chicago, IL

Background/Composition: Country music in the vein of Patsy Cline. Two guitars and drums only. Very basic, very cool, and the songs were realistic.

Achievement of Rock 'n' Roll Expectations
80-100: Band exceeds skill and knowledge expectations. Rocked us so hard we peed our pants.
70-79: Band achieves required skills and knowledge. Meets rock 'n' roll standard.
60-69: Demonstrates some skills. Approaches rock 'n' roll standard.
50-59: Band demonstrates some required skills and knowledge in a limited way.
Below 50: Band has not demonstrated required skills or knowledge.

Grade: 75

Comment: Very straight-ahead. The songs dealt with common issues; love, loss, loneliness, and the vocals were heartfelt and great.

Learning Skills: E=Excellent, G=Good, S=Satisfactory, N=Sad Really

Oral And Visual Communication
Eye Contact: G
Pronunciation: G
Stage Presence: S
Stage Banter: G
Image: G
Appearance: G
Use Of Stage: G
Strengths/ Weaknesses/ Next Step: Not a very engaging performance therefore putting more attention on the music. The singer was cool-looking with her horn-rimmed glasses and her country-drawl was charming.

Musical Analysis
Cooperation With Others: G
Level Of Participation: G
Problem Solving: G
Teamwork: G
Work Habits: G
Organization: G
Audience Participation: S
Sound: G
Composition: G
Songs: G
Strengths/ Weaknesses/ Next Step: Very old-school, very satisfying musical arrangements. The band seemed to be holding their own quite well playing their songs in a very straight-ahead kind of way.

Other Skills And Areas Of Interest
Charisma: G
Sexiness: S
Haircut: G
Indie Rock Footwear: G
Nods To Disposible Fashion: G
Cool Equipment: G
Level Of Inebriation: S
Actual Ability: G
Strengths/ Weaknesses/ Next Step: Varagona's style is very laid-back both visually and musically, which makes for a relaxing set of music. Her musical style and skill add to her charisma and there isn't much which needs to be improved upon. As long as she writes her type of songs, she doesn't need to change her style or image which is very plain.