Francesca
Lee
Bio
Pop driven folk songs with a swaggering rock edge. Lyrically and musically
intimate, melodic and sensually dynamic…
Both edgy and
soothing, Francesca’s songs mix sultry vocals with a rock musical
interpretation, a combination of powerful yet sensual vocals and mature
songwriting. During her intimate and capturing performances, Francesca draws
from both her haunting, jazz influenced originals as well as some of the most
original and innovative arrangements of classic songs. Critics have called
Francesca’s solo album, Francesca Lee, “ a showcase of Francesca’s amazing
talents driven by soulful harmonies interspersed in a sensual pop/folk grouping
of songs.” In addition to performing in the US and internationally, Francesca
has also performed for productions such as The Top of The Pop Awards in
Manchester, MTV’s Real World, and has been featured on Sirius Satellite Radio.
Cd Review
Francesca Lee - self titled
Blue Iris Records
The beauty revealed in Francesca Lee's debut cd with 7 songs,
"Tricks", "I Never", "Light Falls", "Goodbye", "Only Human", "Na Na
Na", "Mystical Act", and an acoustic version of "Na Na Na", are in
the siren's voice that lives on in your head after the song ends. I
could rattle off a few famous names to compare or say Ms. Lee is
influenced by but this music is fresh, new and all Francesca. Edgy,
pop/folk style that also lends to the jazz genre, this is an artist
with a bright future for whatever direction she chooses to travel on
her musical journey.
The first track, "Tricks" has a great musical backup to compliment
Francesca's playful vocals with just enough drums, guitar, bass and
effects to make you want to get up and dance while listening and then
the voice, strong and sexy, kicks in "tell me what this is all about!"
Do tell us more, Francesca, as you've got the magic in you and it's
bringing my speakers to life! While this cd has been described as
pop/folk in sound, I hear a diversity of styles - jazz, blues, world
beats - this is an artist who's talent shines through as a star on the
rise.
The "Only Human" track is revealing the sultry side, Anita Baker
influenced soulful rhythms, the harmonies placed perfectly - and
again, a voice that is soothing, enchanting and gets you moving. The
band behind the music really captures the feel of Francesca's words
and the production keeps the focus on the songwriter's intent. Ok,
maybe a little Tracy Chapman peeks through on "Mystical Act" or "Light
Falls" rocks you like N'chelle you know her last name with a bassline
that powers up and down your spine while the voice, that daring
dynamic voice, jazzes you with her breathy delivery. As Francesca
sings the opening line to "Goodbye", her closest track to being a
ballad, she gently begins "sounds just like an angel", I want to say,
yes you do. Get this cd for your collection - and you'll be playing
it over and over and over again. The voice, the music, the songwriting
and most of all, the talent, is wonderful and has me ready to listen
again and again and again. "na na na na na na....."
I would also recommend you visit
Francesca's website, and you'll read an amazing bio - I could
include some of it here, but would rather you take a moment to really
discover how this artist, at 22, is dedicated to her craft and it
comes through on this groove driven, rhythm oriented, vocally poignant
and musically arranged to delight the ears cd. If Francesca is coming
to your town for a live concert, I'd not miss the event - this is an
artist to see in person - definitely!
by
toni k.
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