Liner notes shout out to Uncle Larry
Photo Theme: MUSIC
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I struggled with this week’s music theme and then the fat lady sang so to speak. My friend’s daughter Tara just released her third independent CD called Global Baby.
But wait, not only am I showing you the CD cover, I’m linking you to a site where you can hear tracks from Tara’s CD. If you like what you hear, you can purchase Global Baby on-line at the CD Baby website.
What a bonus for you all. The photo and the music all in one place for PhotoHunters. Make sure you scroll down to the end of this post to see some candid photos of an up-and-coming Canadian artist.
On the CD liner-notes, Tara even gives a big shout out thanks to her “Uncle Larry”. Tara always calls me her biggest fan. I hype her CD every chance I can get — sooooo, here’s another promo for her music.
THIS WHAT THE CRITICS SAY
“I’m an average woman in my abnormality.” It’s lyrics like this that flow throughout this album and make for a refreshing take on funk-laced neo soul.
She really runs the gamut on this collection of full bodied songs, incorporating horns, keys, scratching, and an unending array of rhythmic elements that leave no groove unturned. Reminiscent of 70’s soul but lavishly updated with a stylistically modern hip hop and R&B feel, the songs can’t help but have a wide appeal.
Moving from densely layered choruses to driving verses that embrace complex harmonies and even some rapping, the vocal intricacies alone are enough to make this record stand out. Add to that some intensely fluid playing by her accomplished backing band, and you’ve got an all out celebration of life, love and expression.
As the title implies, the songs are ambitious in their scope, delving into the effect of history on modern times and an ongoing search for ways to make the world a better place. With this album, she’s undoubtedly doing her part.
- Brad at CD Baby
Tara has been touring and promoting her new CD around North America. Here’s a list of a few places where you can catch her performance.
- SAT - SEPT 29 @ NUIT BLANCHE - TORONTO, ON - Canada
- SUN - SEPT 30 @ WORD ON THE STREET - TORONTO, ON - Canada
- TUES - NOV 28 @ CHICK SINGER NIGHT - MANHATTAN, NY - USA
As promised, here are some candid photos of a busy artist when not on tour. Click on the photos to read the captions.
Click on the photos to read the captions.
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September 9th, 2007 at 3:00:17 AM
Great music photos!
How cool that you are mentioned in the liner notes. 
September 9th, 2007 at 3:13:50 AM
How awesome is this?!! You have a celebrity amidst your family!!! And wow, she’s beautiful too…AND talented!! You’re living under lucky stars Larry. Under one photo you said the crowd went silent when she sang————-what song was it, can you remember?
Great photo hunt theme. And wonderful photos.
September 9th, 2007 at 3:19:59 AM
Tara sang “Summertime” (with some of the lyrics changed) — it was an emotional moment for everyone.
September 9th, 2007 at 4:12:29 AM
I went to YouTube before I could type this and was able to watch her clips from her tour. Beautiful. I like her when she does reggae, hiphop and a bit of rap. She’s talented. Great voice!
Happy Sunday!
September 9th, 2007 at 5:45:04 AM
Great idea to introduce us to Tara’s music as part of the music theme. I enjoyed listening to her and I also like the way you handled the photographic part. She is very talented.
September 9th, 2007 at 7:41:17 AM
Nice plug for Tara! Good thinking!
September 9th, 2007 at 7:51:15 AM
I am sure you are so proud of her.
September 9th, 2007 at 10:44:22 AM
Great photos. I bet she really appreciates your wonderful support! Thanks for visiting my blog.
September 9th, 2007 at 3:48:58 PM
Great plug for her
Thanks for stopping by mine
September 9th, 2007 at 4:29:40 PM
thank you for the head’s up. I’m’ going there now to listen!
September 9th, 2007 at 6:34:08 PM
What a way to get recognition! She has an excellent voice. Thanks for sharing this with us. And a great photo. Have a good week.
September 9th, 2007 at 8:04:54 PM
Lovely post for this weeks theme. I love exploring new music and I absolutely love Tara’s voice and music