Juice Newton, with her string of pop and country hits, her distinctive voice and performance skills, continues to captivate audiences from teens to grandparents, from the city to the country. As one music critic stated, "Newton remains one of the most riveting performers in music, rocking on stage and playing each emotion for what it's worth. And it's worth a lot."

Juice grew up in Virginia Beach, where her Navy upbringing exposed her to a variety of musical influences. She could be found singing in area coffee houses developing her emotional, heartfelt delivery. She went west for college and formed a folk-rock trio in Northern California with Otha Young. The trio developed a large following and became known as Silver Spur

Growing in popularity, Silver Spur ventured to Los Angeles, where after constant work in area clubs, they signed to RCA Records, recording 2 acclaimed, but under promoted albums. That experience led them to Capitol records where Juice finally broke through with such hits as "Angel of the Morning," "Queen of Hearts", and her first country hit, "The Sweetest Thing." Through the mid 80's, she followed these hits with "Break It To Me Gently" , which won her a Grammy, "Love's Been A Little Bit Hard On Me", and "A Little Love". A second signing with RCA produced a string of top 10 country hits such as "You Want To Make You Mine", "Hurt", "Old Flame", "Cheap Love", "Both To Each Other", "Tell Me True", and "What Can I Do With My Heart?".

An accomplished equestrian, Juice competes whenever she can in polo matches, jumping and pleasure riding. Not only does she compete, but she often sings the National Anthem, competes in celebrity polo games, and often is assisting or cheering her husband, Tom Goodspeed, a nationally ranked professional on the polo circuit.

Music, horses, and most importantly, family define Juice. Juice,Tom and their children Jessica and Tyler live in San Diego. Of course, Mom is frequently on the road, entertaining audiences across the globe. Juice's stage show is energetic, passionate and fun. Juice and her band take the audience on an emotion filled ride from the stirring stillness of "The Sweetest Thing" to the rollicking "Love's Been a Little bit Hard on Me," with a big dose of other Juice favorites as well as her ever expanding repertoire.

BIO 2

JUICE NEWTON has been called a lot of things...

...the "Queen of Hearts," "Angel of the Morning," "The Sweetest Thing," all titles of Juices' biggest hits. "American Girl" is her newest moniker taken from the title of her new album. But this "American Girl" isn't just the typical mom, country and apple pie. For typical is one word that has never described Juice Newton.

Juice first broke onto the pop scene in 1981 with chart toppers 'Angel of the Morning' followed by the rollicking "Queen of Hearts." Soon, Juice also broke high on the country charts with the much requested love song "The Sweetest Thing" and later "Break It To Me Gently." She further defied conventional categories by winning the Grammy for Best Pop Female, the Academy of Country Music's New Female Vocalist of the Year, and a People's Choice Award.

Juice has easily straddled the fence between the changing definitions of pop and country. The freshest serving of Juice is "American Girl," her most recent musical offering on Renaissance Records. Produced by longtime musical partner and songwriter, Otha Young, "American Girl" allows Juice to showcase her varied musical tastes and influences. The first single "They Never Made It To Memphis" is a feel-good country­rocker about a couple's quest to see Elvis. Other Juice musical flavors include heartbreak ballads such as "I've Been Mistreated;" a previously unreleased Tom Petty tune, " Keepin' Me Alive;" a tip of the hat to traditional country with Buck Owens' "There goes My Love;" and a few other surprises, including the Queen tune,
"Crazy Little Thing," (cut before Dwight Yoakum and Gap made it hot again!).

"I wanted the title "American Girl," Juice says "because, like America, this project offers a lot to choose from, and like the changing role of American women in business and society, I wanted to re-define the term. The American girl isn't so predictable anymore."

Juice started her career in Virginia Beach by sneaking out of her window as a teenager to work in the clubs playing the cherished guitar her mother had given her when she was thirteen. But Virginia Beach wouldn't hold her for long, especially when California was spawning a new era of music.

Soon, the Bay area was home to Juice where she hooked up with Otha and started a folk trio. Eventually, they took the trio, "Silver Spur" from the intimate club gigs of the Bay Area to Los Angeles, where they decided to feature Juice as a lead singer and perform in bigger clubs. After a couple of albums on RCA Records, Juice signed with Capitol Records and started touring. And touring. And touring. In fact she was touring when she first learned she had a hit record. Someone called the band out on the road and informed them that radio was playing their song, "Angel Of The Morning" around the country. "We had no clue we had a hit on our hands," Juice recollects, "but it sure made the next concert a ball to do, and the next one and the next one."

Riding her talent up and down the charts hasn't always been easy, but it has always been challenging, and in the long run, rewarding." I got into music for the immense sense of personal joy I received from putting a thought or emotion across to people. It's how I communicate best and most comfortably," said Juice when asked about what keeps her going in an ever-changing business. "I've had my share of success, in the sense of awards and honors, which are great, and I'd love a few more, but the fulfillment I get personally -- from the music itself -- is the reason I can fly or drive to a new town every night, get on stage, and love what I"m doing."

It is very evident on stage that Juice loves what she's doing. She is always in motion, displaying vocal dynamics and a commanding presence. A music critic said it best, "Newton remains one of the most riveting performers in country music, rocking on stage and playing each emotion for what it's worth." Juice credits her enthusiastic performances to the philosophy of owing your audience more than just going through the motions, "I go out there wanting to have a good time and making sure the audience does too."

Juice's idea of a good time off the road is raising her family and riding horses. She takes great pride in her daughter Jessica, 13, and son Tyler, 10. "Actually, I'm always 'on the road' even when I'm supposed to be off, "Juice laughs, "driving the kids to school, soccer, piano, drum and horse riding lessons." The entire family participates in equestrian activities. Husband Tom Goodspeed manages the San Diego Polo Club and Juice is an accomplished rider and plays polo in many charity events.

Juice will be wrapping up a demanding tour year to spend time with family and promote her new album. This summer she crisscrossed America dozens of times performing in casinos, stadiums, festivals and fairs. In just two days she recently performed in New Jersey with Willie Nelson to aid flood victims of Hurricane Floyd, then with two hours sleep she performed in a symphony hall in San Diego for an Aids Benefit.

"Am I tired?", Juice repeats when asked how she mixes career and family, "Yes." "Am I complaining? NO! I am very blessed. I have a great family, live in a great country, and after many hits and a few misses, I'm having a wonderful time in a career that I love and a new album coming out. I truly am an American Girl. Make that a lucky American girl."