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Chloe March |
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Chloe read a lot of books and listened to a lot of music - the sound of her mum practising the piano was the soundtrack to her life. From early on she started to improvise and write songs and record them in her brother's caravan at the bottom of the garden. Her inspiration has always been from the landscape, and from history, myths, fairytales, folklore and archetypes. Chloe has released two albums ~ Snowdrop and Divining and has composed music for theatre productions and choreographers, the most recent being a 40min original score for the dance/theatre piece "realPolitik" choreographed by Julie Hope and performed at the Michaelis Theatre, Roehampton University, May 2008 As keyboard player with 'Cousteau' in 2005 Chloe toured the U.K and Italy, appearing at venues such as Bush Halls, King Tuts, The Borderline, the amphitheatre at Recanati, Rome, Puglia, Sardinia, Tarvisio and in the video of 'Sadness' and on live tv, radio etc... Click here for the rest of our CD Focus on Divining by Chloe March |
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Hannah Georgas |
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Hannah Georgas is a quirky, highly-sensitive, whimsical and yet extremely serious Vancouver-based singer/ songwriter who will one day win over Jack Black and take his hand in marriage. Born and raised in one of the many suburbs of the T.O., she wrote her first song on the piano at the age of 5 in reference to her talent that God gave her. Inspired by late summer night jam sessions around camp fires the guitar became her new instrument of choice and travels. Influenced by a broad scope of musical talent - from Billy Corgan and his melancholy lyrics to Janet Jackson and her strong sexual desires - Hannah developed her own style she likes to call Folk pop. From playing the small coffee shops in Victoria to rocking out with her band at the Air Canada Centre in Toronto, Hannah Georgas continues to fascinate her audiences with her infectious and spellbinding melodies. Hannah recently won The Music BC Songbird West Singer/Songwriter Competition for 2008. She is currently recording her EP at Hipposonic Studios. Hannah opens up her heart and soul with her music and seizes those pure moments you only wish you could describe. Her memorable songs will captivate your heart and put a smile on your face. Click here for the rest of our CD Focus on The Beat Stuff by Hannah Georgas |
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Charlotte Martin www.charlottemartin.com |
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Coming into her own as a
composer/producer/engineer, Charlotte experimented extensively in the studio,
both lyrically and sonically, for Stromata.
Unafraid, she wrote about faith and relationships, allowing herself to be
honest about letting some things go and fiercely holding on to others. She
approached the production with the same fearlessness. Looking to nobody but
herself in the studio, Charlotte completed all of the initial demos and digital
percussion on her own -a stark and compelling contrast to the full-on live band
and orchestra recordings of On Your Shore.
In addition to implementing new micing methods and rhythmic ideas, Charlotte
explored the far reaches of her own vocal harmonizing and layering techniques,
resulting in a powerfully diverse collection of tracks showcasing the true
power of her voice and skill as a songwriter. Stromata
stands as Charlotte's most ambitious and experimental album to date. Resonant
drums, electronic flourishes, and illustrative synth and keyboard work form a
lush backdrop for Charlotte's expressive storytelling and classically trained
voice. Stromata is the expression
rooted in a lifetime of experience forming the fabric of a true artist. Click here for the rest of our CD Focus on Stromata by Charlotte Martin |
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Justin Elswick aka Sleepthief To
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The Dawnseeker Justin Elswick may be an anomaly in the music industry--a full-time attorney who has somehow found the tenacity and creative inspiration to create a lush and innovative e-pop vocal album under the Sleepthief moniker. Cultivating his deep love of epic, transcendent-style electronic / worldbeat / ethereal music and collaborating with his wish-list of amazing vocalists, Justin has forged one of the most breathtaking debut albums in recent memory. Sleepthief works from an internal impulse to create music that is spiritual in nature - evoking songs from mere ghostly memories and thoughts to full-fledged compositions - delivering one awe-inspiring album. The DAWNSEEKER marks the debut album from Sleepthief - aka Justin Elswick - as one of the most highly anticipated releases in the world of electronica, with the enlisted help of a few friends. The dream list of collaborators includes Kirsty Hawkshaw (B.T., DJ Tiesto, Delerium, Pole Folder), Caroline Lavelle (Radiohead, Loreena McKennitt, Massive Attack, B.T.), Harland (Ferry Corsten, Delerium, Human II Human), Kristy Thirsk (Delerium, Rose Chronicles), Jody Quine (Balligomingo), Kyoko Baertsoen (Lunascape), Nicola Hitchcock (Mandalay), Roberta Carter Harrison (Wild Strawberries, ATB), san.drine, Jerry Eckert (Desert Wind), and Lauren Edman. Click here for the rest
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Rachel Sage To
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The Blistering Sun The Blistering Sun "focuses on the rare moments where action follows instinct, without procrastination". The 15 tracks of "wildly expressive, moody, edgy folk" (Paste), show Sage at her most adventurous, both topically and musically. An uncompromising urgency to stay true to one's vision - whether it be creative ("Featherwoman"), romantic ("Proof"), or in terms of maintaining dignity in the face of tragedy ("93 Maidens") - is the unwavering throughline. Year-round touring has given her voice a new level of expressiveness in the studio, and The Blistering Sun reveals a restless spirit transforming chaos into opportunity. To capture her vision, Sage enlisted a colorful array of A-list musicians including violinist Allison Cornell (Cyndi Lauper), drummer Dean Sharp (Moby), guitarist Jack Petruzelli (Rufus Wainwright), bassist Todd Sickafoose (Ani DiFranco) and cellist Julia Kent (Antony & The Johnsons). The CD was recorded by longtime collaborator John Shyloski and mixed by Kevin Killen (Prince, Duncan Sheik, Elvis Costello). Click here for the rest
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