Sloan's
sold out show two years ago is one that we will always remember!
RETURNS
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 16
8 PM
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Born into a highly acclaimed musical family (youngest sister to
Loudon Wainwright,
auntie to
Rufus Wainwright)
Sloan's teenage years were largely influenced by a constant flow of
diverse artists, writers and musicians. She learned to play the piano
and watched her brother Loudon, 11 years older--and the father of Rufus
and Martha-- become successful. Writing and performing, throughout the
Greenwich Village hipster scene, Sloan developed her own unique style. |
Folks, this gal has a range of,
I swear, must be FOUR OCTAVES!!! Sloan Wainwright has been a pioneer all her
life. A forerunner in the independent music scene long before it became hip to
walk the road less traveled, Sloan is an artist whose passionate work and
extraordinary life have fused to burn a new definition for women in music.
Grown-up girl style. An outstanding and highly original singer, Sloan is a
compelling performer best known for her rich contralto voice, intensely personal
lyrics, and an innovative approach to song. Her personal appearances are
forceful and uplifting, her stage persona self-described as "we take our
audience on a journey, we come in full tilt and do our show."
"Exploring everything from childhood to September 11th, her trio delivers songs
in what is not only a well-timed display of musical cohesion but also a
full-throttle emotional ride." (The Washington Post) Her 4th and latest CD
release, entitled Cool Morning, sees Sloan take on a myriad of
musical
challenges. Songs like "Word of The Day" showcase her unique singing voice and
vocal styling. One of the most memorable cuts on the CD is her rendition of U2's
"Where The Streets Have No Name." Her performance of this classic not only
radiates the greatness of the song, but also gives the listener the clear vision
of Sloan as a modern day interpreter of lyrics and music.
"Her melodies are the aural equivalent of smoky,
tantalizing aromas emanating from a soul kitchen" (Dirty Linen)"Her songs,
like her voice, cast a lasting spell, at times drawing the listener into a world
of unquestionably heartfelt emotion." (The Washington Post) "Her lyrics are
not tough stances on a woman's experience, but rather sensitive explorations of
childhood and the poetry of life." (The New York Times)
Described by the
Boston Globe as a "masterful amalgam of folk, rock, jazz, blues and an
occasional tincture of funk." Sloan's music is one of a kind and completely
unique in its melding of poetry, humor, innovative arrangements and captivating
rhythms. Discovering her music is like discovering a treasure." Anne Saunders of
FALCON RIDGE FOLK PRODUCTIONS says, "If you have never heard Sloan, do yourself
a favor. This woman has a voice like nothing you have ever heard. She can hit
notes, I could swear, you can't actually hear with your ears...they just vibrate
in your bones, so you think you're really hearing them. Her range must be close
to five octaves and starts somewhere down where only trees and other elemental
beings of the earth can hear."
THE WASHINGTON POST
says, "At her best, she's poetic, passionate and spiritual. Moreover, given the
power and soulfulness of her voice, a throaty alto, she's more apt to bring to
mind such powerhouse singers as Joan Armatrading and Toni Childs."
PERFORMING
SONGWRITER say, "Her thick as molasses voice gets under your skin all in the
right ways"
All four of her releases
are sung with a depth that makes the heart ache with recognition and a passion
that calls it to rise above. Sloan's voice and expert song craft are instantly
memorable. To maintain her own sense of creative diversity, Sloan has written
numerous musical
compositions for theater and dance (for which she has been the recipient of
various grants and awards). Recently Sloan composed music for the January 2004
presentation of Peter Pucci's 'To Begin Again' at the famous Joyce Theater in
New York City. The work was funded through the award of the Mary Flager American
Music Center grant and both the music and dance were based on fresh
interpretations of Chopin's Nocturnes.
Additionally, Sloan continues to teach the craft to aspiring young musicians.
Her open spirit and first-hand experience is welcome --year after year-- in the
musical classrooms of such prestigious song camps as The Swannanoa Gathering,
(Where I (Bett) met Sloan and studied with her!)
Summersongs and Lamb's Retreat.
Joining Sloan this evening is
once again, Stephen Murphy on guitar and mandolin and also
Cadence Carroll,
a wonderful addition to the Sloan live experience. She plays a subtle and
tasteful percussive backdrop and sings harmony when the song calls for it.
Want a sneak preview???? Here are two songs from
her latest CD, Cool Morning, and check out the house concert # 17
in past shows below for even MORE!!!
Reservations ($15) for this show
are necessary and can be made at (919) 787-6378 or at
bett@bettpadgett.com. Be sure to hear
a confirmation of your reservation, usually the same day. E-directions
and information will be given a few days before the show. Reservations are
limited to parties of 4 people. Sloan's show sold out quickly two years
ago...and she has TWO MORE CD'S since then!!! Don't delay!