Chaz Marie brings country rock to Razzle Dazzle, but it’s a Jeep that brings her there
Razzle Dazzle Days will pump up the jams big time over the weekend with lots of music: “Ice Cream Truck” rapper Cazwell headlines Saturday’s street festival, but he’s got a strong line of supporting acts. Among them, local singer Chaz Marie, who brings some Texas flavor to the bill with her country rock.
The Irving-based singer may not have to travel far to this gig, but she still needs the roominess of her car. With enough space for her gear and guitars, Marie talks up the easy ride of her set of wheels.
— Rich Lopez
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Name: Chaz Marie
Occupation: Singer/entertainer
How might we know you? I sing all over the DFW area!
What kind of car do you have? 2002 Jeep Cherokee Laredo Sport.
Have you named her? Yes — her name is Meerie.
Why this car? Simple: I love Jeeps!
Good gas mileage? Meh… depends. It’s 20 city, 22 highway.
What are the rules of your car? You mess it, you clean it. And no complaining about the loud music.
Speed Racer or grandma? Speed. Racer. Definitely.
Best car memory: It’s a pretty simple one, but I just loved that feeling when I first got it and drove it off the lot, all shiny and new.
Funniest road trip story? One time, I drove off with my gig book on top! Fortunately, it enjoyed the ride. It stayed on because it got caught in the luggage rack.
What’s in your player right now? Lately I’ve been playing a lot of Deftones, Jack Johnson, Beth Hart, Janis Joplin and Maroon 5.
How do you rate this to previous cars you’ve owned? Seriously, this is the best car I have ever had. It’s classy and it’s fun, but it’s still sporty.
Sexiest thing about your car? Well, me driving it, of course.
Where is one place you would like to drive your car? I would love to take it through the mountains in Colorado to Manitou Springs.
How many gallons does it take to fill? 15.
Gas is a burden on the wallet now. How many gigs do you need to afford one fill-up? Thankfully, just one gig. At least for now.
Ever write a song in your car? Not yet.
So if we see the Jeep at Razzle Dazzle, can we shoe polish it like in high school? Absolutely!
Is this your touring bus? Oh, yes.
How big is your band and how many cars are needed for a gig? We are a five- to six-piece band, but we all usually drive our own cars.
Razzle Dazzle is super gay. How are your LGBT audiences different than your straight or mixed ones? Oh my gosh, gay crowds are so uninhibited. They know how to have a party and enjoy one! Non-gay crowds do too, but, you know, they just need a little push to get the party started sometimes.
Where can we check your music out? Thanks for asking! You can find me on iTunes, YouTube and at ChazMarie.com.
This article appeared in the Dallas Voice print edition June 3, 2011.
