Much to the elation of fans around the world, San Francisco-based
music artist Claudine is preparing to release her highly anticipated
debut album 'Wrestling Consciousness'. With a sound that combines the
sensibilities of Pink and Pat Benatar, Claudine is here to prove
that good old fashioned rock music, with lyrics that explore the
depths of the good, the bad and the ugly in life, isn't exclusively
for the boys.
“My
album spans a period of time in my life where I was searching to find
my own value and purpose,” Claudine divulges, “and I am writing
from a place, sharing some of those in my life who have made a
strong impact, left their mark, if you will. We all have our journey,
and though we may travel on different roads, we often share the same
shoes as we experience similar perspectives in the human
condition. My hope is that my fans can feel as though
they are not alone, and that they may connect or find themselves in
my lyrics, and in my music.”
Claudine’s
vocal performances are powered by natural talent along with life
experience that she vividly brings to the stage. The talent
behind her helps to further define her message. Isaac Bolivar,
on lead guitar, with a memorizing touch on his strings, a young, yet
seasoned talent, has toured with “Taking Back Sunday,” a Warner
Brother’s act playing for tens of thousands of fans worldwide. She
is also backed by another bay area great, Jason Wall, on drums;
endorsed by both Pearl drums, and Zildjian cymbals, who always takes
command while seated behind his kit, playing with power, precision,
and a distinct energy that is infectious. Mark Kenoly, who has
been on the music scene for many years, and has a Grammy nomination
under his belt, not only produces Claudine’s music, but also
performs bass, adding texture and depth to every piece.
Here's
what veterans in the industry are saying about Claudine:
“Something
in the way she sings, attracts me like no other!” - Steven Seaweed,
Bay Area's #1 rated midday radio personality / 107.7 The Bone
“Claudine's
music is honest and unapologetic. Clearly taking a lifetime worth of
experience, she has come out with something to say. My hunch is, this
is an album people are going to pay attention and relate to. Her
enthusiasm and determination to make music, her career leaves no
doubt in my mind that she will carve out her own way to succeed in
this business.” - Jimmy Cantillon (co-founder: Cantillon
Entertainment Group)
“Claudine
is a gifted singer and prolific songwriter that has blended modern
and retro elements to create music that has depth, and deals with
many of life's issues, asking some tough questions. Her strong,
confident voice, offers power and dynamic range, found in many of her
harder hitting tracks. She also has the versatility to balance the
edge with a more vulnerable approach heard in her contemplative
ballads. The raw emotion is revealed in her vocal performances, and
gives us a peek inside. She has surrounded herself with some strong
musicians and a talented producer in Mark Kenoly. Her music
is definitely worth checking out!” - Tim Abbott - Producer and
member of legendary music group the Chocolate Watchband
With
such diverse subject matter explored in Claudine's songs, one wonders
where her inspiration is derived. “I am inspired by a number of
things,” Claudine explains, “something as simple as a single
word, an image or photograph, a phrase, or an emotion. It can come
from the work of other artists that I admire, and event or experience
in my own life, or even one that has been shared, and remains with
me.”
Along
with the release of 'Wrestling Consciousness', Claudine has other
ideas in store: “I
do plan on releasing my first music video for my ballad 'If I Ran To
You'. There are actually two filmed versions of the song, and I will
allow my fans to choose the one that they like the best! I am
planning to have a CD release party in late summer or early
fall, and am hopeful to do a little touring on the west coast.”
'Wrestling
Consciousness' will be available direct to fans in late August and
will be available in stores, online and on iTunes on September 27,
2011.
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