The Desert Island Disc list of Top Ten CDs is always in rotation. Right now, in no particular order: Time Without Consequence (Alexi Murdoch); Can You Still Feel (Jason Faulkner); 9 Objects of Desire (Suzanne Vega); Rain Dogs (Tom Waits); Meaningless (Jon Brion); Sandanista (The Clash); Trampoline (Joe Henry); Inspiration Information (Shuggie Otis); The Instigator (Rhett Miller); Peace Beyond Passion (Me'Shell Ndegeocello).
br> Jean Synodinos (that's sin-uh-DEE-nus) delivers "smart acoustic soul for the big kids in the room." Her voice has been hailed by critics as “big league,” and her award-winning writing (including Kerrville's New Folk competition) digs deep lyrically, moving from big affirmations to little ironies at the turn of a phrase. Deftly skating between genres, Jean jumps from pop to jazz to rock to blues in order to find the right groove and tone for each song. Known for her dynamic performances, she lives to “read the room” and deliver shows that keep audiences returning for more.
Following up on her acclaimed debut CD "Lucky", Jean recently released her new disc, "Breathe." Picking up where "Lucky" left off, "Breathe's" eleven tracks groove even harder musically and dig even deeper lyrically. The disc features thoroughbred performances by Charles Rieser on guitars (The Scabs, Boombox), Brad Houser on bass (Edie Brickell & The New Bohemians), and Rob Hooper on drums (Guy Forsythe).
Jean lives in Austin, TX with her husband, guitarist and producer Charles Rieser and their puppy Freida. She is always kind to animals and gardens in spite of repeated failures. A breast cancer survivor, it's her honor and privilege to remind everyone to be their own best advocates for their health care--and for the health of those they love.
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Hi Jean.. Thanks for taking the time to listen! Great stuff you have, especially"Breathe" and "Misfits on parade", nice songs.. I hope you..re having a great week!! Have fun, Josh
New pics, new videos and new LIVE tunes going up today! Let me know what you think! Sending some ATX (that's Austin Texas) love out to everyone. Ruby Jane
Hello, it's me, Ruby Jane. I am a 14 year old fiddler, songwriter. I have some songs posted that are fresh out of the studio. Let me know if you like the new songs..be one of the first to hear, even before they are released!Thanks! new videos too! Ruby Jane
Hey Jean, It is just great to feature your music on the Suffolk’n’Cool new music podcast again. You can hear it at www.suffolkandcool.com (where you will find the track on the Shownotes page) - show 157. Thanks so much for making it available and I hope you get even more richly deserved attention as a result. Do keep me in the loop with what’s happening. Best,
Dropping by to wish you the best day ever and tomorrow do the same. If you have the means please give a couple of dollars to charity. Be it to fight Diabetes, Asthma, Cancer, Hunger, AIDS, or any other cause that touches your heart. I know of no better feeling than what you feel when you make another person’s day a little better. Bill
We're going to have some MARVELOUS and TALENTED folks playing their favorite songs from Sesame Street, Schoolhouse Rock, and more! Artists include:
Albanie Falletta, Corrina Rachel, Johann Wagner, Luna Tart, Charlie King & co, Jon Doyle (of the White Ghost Shivers), members of The Lost Pines, Betty Soo, Datri Bean, Etan Sekons, Jiminy Crisket, Grace Pettis, Amanda Kitchens, and Sofia Echegaray.
Tickets: $7 adults / $5 kids / up to $2 off with donations of canned food items.
My new album is featured under “New and Noteworthy” on the itunes homepage and under “What’s New” on the itunes jazz page. CLICK ON MY ALBUM COVER (directly above) AND GO TO itunes NOW.
Thanks Jean, you're so kind. I think you already know how much I love your music, but I'll say it again: I love your music. Everything about it. Come back to SLC soon! Mike
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