Alternative Rock singer-songwriter Kirsten DeHaan has confirmed her
latest release on SirLady Records: a five song EP dubbed "Thorns On A
Crown" that is by far her most mature work to date. The new EP
encompasses the sweetness of Liz Phair, a soft, airy quality like that
of Sia, and the rich alto of Fiona Apple. Digital music distributor
and licensing company Oseao Media Group will be making the EP
available through major online retail stores on October 6th, 2009.
When describing her latest offering," Thorns On A Crown" Kirsten
notes, "This record, without exception, finally exemplifies who I am
as an artist...Its alive, clear, and gripping. I wanted to make a very
raw record, one that can't hide, I think that goal has been
accomplished."
Kirsten has a lovely vocal range layered over innovative melodies and
catchy chord progressions. The songs on her five-track EP extend over
a range of toe-tapping to somber. The melody of the track "1984"
coupled with the guitar wah pedal effect gives it a 60's psychedelic
feel. The guitar intro then serves as an excellent backdrop through
the entire song. Music lovers can download a free MP3 of "1984" from
her website at http://www.kdlocal.com
The single string guitar riff in "Double or Nothing" meshes in with
the bass line very nicely giving it a Dave Matthews Band groove. The
track "The Night Shift" has a Pink Floyd feel to it, which midway
through introduces a samba like rhythm. In the track "I'm Coming
Home," Kirsten stays true to some of her influences like Bob Dylan
evidenced by the use of the harmonica. This track also captures
Kirsten exhibiting a decent vibrato. While at first inconspicuous and
subconscious through Kirsten's melodious and colorful voice.
"My primary goal as a singer/songwriter and for 'Thorns On A Crown' is
to make my music as tight as possible," explained Kirsten. "After many
years of writing my own work and playing with various musicians, I'm
working with my guys, which, in my view, has created the ultimate band
recording with just five instruments. Paul Amorese on drums, Jamie
Sturm on guitar, Shawn Setaro on bass, and myself on guitar, vocals,
and harmonica."
DeHaan stomped onto the indie music scene in 2004 when she released
her first album "Conform." Reviewers compared her music to that of
Nirvana, U2, and Belly. MTV struck licensing deals to play her songs
Commotion and Saved on hit reality shows Made and My Super Sweet
Sixteen. Garageband rated her #16 Best Female Vocals in Pop/Rock, all
time, and FreshFarmMusic.com declared "Conform" one of the most
popular records next to the Killers and Ashlee Simpson. In addition,
Kirsten was one of five artists chosen for Men's Vogue/Hennessey
Flaunt Your Taste Critics Choice Awards this past year.
DeHaan also strives to promote and foster the indie music scene in New
York City. She started the New York Indie Rock Launch in early 2006 to
bring the best New York artists of various rock genres together under
one roof. Promoting entirely on a grass roots level (a flyer to flyer
basis), the first Launch sold out quickly and found tremendous
success. DeHaan continued the series in 2007 and again in July 2008 at
the Galapagos Art Space in Brooklyn.
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For CD or mp3 tracks as well as interview request, contact:
Eric de Fontenay
MusicDish
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kistendehaan@musicdish.net
+1 718 278 0662
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