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Savannah GA-based singer/songwriter Lauren Lapointe has been gaining recognition across the country for her soulful songs, unique voice, and strong live performances. Her recent release “Butterfly,” produced by award-winning Tom Prasada-Rao, features 14 tracks of melodic folk-rock that showcase Lapointe’s versatility as a songwriter and vocalist. Haunting ballads such as the title track and “Ballerina Girl” address themes of self-empowerment and following your dreams. “The Last Tree” focuses on environmental issues while “My Baby” dips into Southern blues for an interesting musical twist.
Lapointe draws on the South’s rich legacy of storytelling to create songs with compelling narratives. “The Sound of the Sea” and “Lady Charlotte” are inspired by tales that she heard growing up in her native Canada. “Canadian Belle,’ the quirky funk/blues-influenced bonus track about embracing diversity, is a fitting finale for a collection of songs that demonstrate Lapointe’s ability to draw from both of her musical heritages.
Lapointe’s influences also reflect this interesting mix of cultures. She grew up listening to Canadian songwriters Joni Mitchell, Sarah McLachlan, and Loreena McKennitt. Since she’s been living in the South, however, she has embraced the music of Bobbie Gentry, Lucinda Williams, and Gillian Welch.
Her 2005 release “Beautiful Shadow” was featured on Georgia Public Radio and aired on 15 stations across the state. The Savannah Morning News described it as “impressive…emphasizing strong songwriting and showcasing Lapointe’s rich alto voice.” The CD was well-received by venues and fans across the country and Lapointe began touring on a full-time basis. She made her debut at the renowned Bluebird Cafe in Nashville in 2006 and performed at such prestigious venues as the Rockwood Music Hall in NYC, the Jefferson Freedom Cafe in Ft. Worth TX, Anderson Fair in Houston TX, and The Burren Pub in Boston.
With a national radio campaign in the works and an extensive touring schedule in her future, Lapointe is excited about what lies ahead. “I’m just taking it one day at a time,” she says. “I plan on enjoying every moment!”
* #8 on the Georgia Roots Artist Radio Airplay Charts, #13 on the Roots Music Report Folk Charts (Dec. 2007)
“This girl has got IT!” —Rod Kennedy, Kerrville Folk Festival Founder
“"Butterfly" is just stunning. The production is very well done and in true support of Lauren's beautifully crafted songs and silky voice. A gifted and openhearted storyteller with a flair for melody, this recording is blessed with many "forever" songs...songs made to last.” — Sloan Wainwright, Derby Disc Music recording artist''
''“Here’s a Canada-Savannah transplant who carved out a standing in our country’s corporate catacombs, then pitched it all over for a full-scale fling at singing and songwriting. Good move? She’s virtually commanded the acoustic scene in coastal Georgia, opened for several national acts, and knocked out a critically-acclaimed first CD that landed her a feature on the state’s public radio network.”—Keith Harrelson, Moonlight Music Café, Birmingham AL.
“If you see her once, you're sure to come back again and again.”— Sheri's Caffe del Giorno, Greenville SC. .
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| Lauren Lapointe on MySpace |
| Lauren Lapointe on Wikipedia |
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| Song | Album | Length | Played | Overall | You | Tags | Single Request |
| Butterfly | Butterfly | 3:42 | 9 |  9 votes |
You have to login to give your opinion about songs. | Pop / Band / Electric | Lonely Road | Butterfly | 3:06 | 5 | 5 votes |
You have to login to give your opinion about songs. | Folk / Folk rock / Girl with guitar / Piano | My Baby | Butterfly | 3:33 | 6 | 5 votes |
You have to login to give your opinion about songs. | Folk / Folk rock / Girl with guitar / Harmonica |
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- Spotlighted: Sunday, January 6th 2008
- Artist site clicks: 18
- Songs on WWR: 14
- Total plays: 68
- Total requests: 61
- Total listens: 2776
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